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Dew Diamond Jubilee Local Marlborough Boys College students were part of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Celebrations.

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Royal talk Kathleen O’Leary shares royal memorabilia which she has had for 60 years.

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Eye for detail Visually impaired but not ready to slow down, Des Palmer talks about his love for restoring cars.

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Parent & child EXPO 2012 This Sunday’s Expo is set to be a winner.

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On 23 May 2012 we published an article that said David Dew owes creditors BNZ $6.8 million and that this had been revealed in a recent National Business Review article.

In fact, this money is owed by companies directed and owned by Mr Dew and not him personally.

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position is that Mr Dew has guaranteed some company debts but that the amount of a shortfall, if any, is unknown at this stage.

Further, PGG Wrightson, mentioned in a letter to the editor as a creditor, has been fully repaid.

The Sun regrets this error and apologises to Mr Dew.

Two QSM For services to the community in dance and the sea

By Annabelle Latz Both of Marlborough’s recipients of this years Queen’s Service Medals thank their great support networks.

Robyn Simmons, a dance teacher from Blenheim and David Baker, a volunteer coastguard from Waikawa Bay received a New Zealand Royal Honour on Monday.

Robyn Simmons’ Queen’s Service Medal was in recognition for her involvement with highland dancing.

She has been on the council for the Piping and Dancing Association of New Zealand since 2002, and has served for the organisation for 35 years.

Robyn has always had a vision for dancers in Marlborough.

In 1997 she was a founding member of the Marlborough Dance Centre, joining forces with friend Jeannie Mark, who teaches ballet, and Robyn also complimented the centre with her involvement with jazz.

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Robyn Simmons with two of her dancers Sara Simmons (left) and Gabrielle Mark.

Robyn is holding two Ghillie Callum Broad swords. There is no highland dance older or better known than the Sword Dance.

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QSM for services to highland dancing Continued from page 1.

“It was a vision to have a company with top elite dancers. We have always helped each other out, it’s been lots of fun.”

New Zealand Championship titles have gone to 20 of Robyn’s students.

“I never teach them with the object to win. It’s about them doing the best that they can do, and often they end up being successful at what they do.”

Her pupils have also performed in New Zealand teams at the Royal Edinburgh Tattoo, the Virginia Tat-

too and the Wonju Tattoo.

“I have had lots of championship dancers, I have helped them to strive to do their best.”

Robyn’s mother learned highland dancing.

“I love the whole Scottish culture, the bag pipes, the rhythm.”

She has been a member of the New Zealand Academy of Highland and National Dancing since 1975, and served on their technical committee since 1985.

Robyn wanted to thank everyone

Robyn Simmons.

she has worked with over the years for this honour.

“I just think I’m really lucky to have the opportunity to work with young people and have an influence on their lives.”

Robyn’s husband Colin has been a great support over the years, and their daughter Sara, a doctor in Blenheim, is a highland dancer.

“If you are doing something you love to do, it transmits to the people, and it all becomes a positive cycle.”

QSM for services to volunteer coastguard Katrina Whiteside

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David Baker received his Queen’s Service Medal this week for his many years’ involvement with Maritime Safety and Marine Conservation.

His parents Betty and Tony Baker were awarded joint Queen’s Service Medals in 1988 for their service with maritime.

“It’s pretty special to be following in their footsteps.”

His family moved to Cape Jackson from their farm at Marshlands in 1965.

David has always loved the sea recreationally, particularly keen on his diving, which he has done since 1966, and now is chairman of PauaMac, which he has been involved in since 1998.

“It’s our passion, it’s our life.”

David’s Marlborough Volunteer Coastguard roles have included search and rescue, an area he said involves an amazing group of people.

He recently stood down as Vice-

Chair, but he has remained on the Executive and as a senior Master.

“It’s a whole lot of people who have helped me for what I’m getting saluted for.”

David is Duty Harbourmaster for Marlborough, and is Maritime Advisor for the Marlborough Police.

He has recently stood down after 17 years as President of the Marlborough Marine Radio Association, and remains as the Immediate Past President.

“It is technology that has got us where we are today.”

His three children were taught by Correspondence School at Cape Jackson, sharing his love of the ocean, and his son Jason is the top diver for their family businesses.

David now has seven grandchildren, so decided to step down from some of his roles to make more time for family.

“It’s been an amazing life, and

David Baker at Waikawa Marina.

having those groups of people I’ve worked with has made it all the more special.”

He said he could not have achieved

what he did without the great support of his wife Sandra.

“I was blown away to get the award, it’s pretty special isn’t it?”

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Snow expected Complex weather patterns hitting the country this week are expected to bring snow for Marlborough.

The MetService said the colder air over the South Island will drop the temperature to very low levels this week.

Heavy snow fall is anticipated for Canterbury and inland Marlborough from today.

at Queens Diamond Jubilee

mcneiLLy ScoopS awardS

A small band of Marlborough Boys’ College students joined thousands of other craft on the Thames for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee flotilla.

Six boys from the school made their way to London and rowed Swiftsure, a replica whaling boat built by former whaler Ron Perano, along the river on Sunday.

The boys wore black arm bands as a show of respect for Marlborough Masters rower Bill Chandler who died last Wednesday.

The flotilla made its way through the heart of London, led by the Queen aboard a royal barge.

The Queen’s 60-year celebrations opened with a concert featuring the likes of Robbie Williams, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Kylie Minogue.

Yesterday the Queen led her procession through the streets of London to Buckingham Palace.

Prince Philip was absent from the celebrations after being hospitalised with a bladder infection.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee marks her 60th year on the throne.

Matthew McNeilly scooped both gold and silver at the New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards in Gore on the weekend.

He won the male vocal solo section in the senior section and as a member of group State Highway One, received the open group award.

He finished as runner-up for the premier award, the NZ Gold Guitar.

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above: connor irving left, and mitchell avery taking in the sights while having a practice row prior to the jubilee flotilla on the thames river in London on Sunday.

LeFt: Swiftsure makes it’s way down the thames.

Photos by Luton Anderson. More photos page 18.

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crash leaves four dead Four men were killed in a crash in Hawke’s Bay on the weekend.

On Saturday night five men bought a beer each from the Waikare Hotel before buying 48 Tui beers to take home.

It is understood they drove to one of the men’s homes to drink, before the four crash victims left to drive home.

Their bodies lay undiscovered for seven hours after their Mitsubishi Pajero crashed in a paddock near Putorino in northern Hawke’s Bay. Lou Phillip Wesley, Jack Huata, Paul Thomas Parata and James Raupita died about midnight on Saturday.

There were seven deaths over Queen’s Birthday weekend.

Queen’s Birthday honors John Kirwan has been made one of four new knights in the Queen’s Birthday honors this year for his contribution to the campaign to raise awareness about depression.

Psychologist and TV presenter Nigel Latta was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit along with David Gibson of Gibson Group.

Television presenters and renouned foodies Peta Mathias and Al Brown were both made Members of the New Zealand Order of Merit.

Tattoo’s attract Blenheim Bookworld held a tattoo expo on sunday. a large crowd of more than 100 people turned up to see three tattoo artists who tattooed on volunteers.

Most people came for a look says Bookworld owner charlene scott, but they were busy with people wanting tattoos also. right: tattoo artist Paora MacKie tattoos Jeff Pouwhare with a ta Moko tattoo at Bookworlds tattoo expo on sunday.

sir Brian talboys dies Former Deputy Prime Minister Sir Brian Talboys died on Sunday at the age of 90.

Sir Brian was a Minister in the National Governments of Sir Keith Holyoake and Sir Robert Muldoon.

He was Deputy Prime Minister under Muldoon from 1975 to 1981.

Sir Brian represented the Southland electorate of Wallace from 1957 for eight elections.

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Kyle Jones Fundraiser Dinner/Auction Nea rly two mont hs ago Blenheim teenager Kyle Jones was in a car accident and suffered serious head injuries.

Over the weeks Kyle has made phenomenal progress but will have ongoing rehabilitation and costs.

This dinner/auction is to help Kyle and his family to meet these costs.

“The Kyle Jones Recovery Trust” has been put in place to support Kyle and his family for as long as it takes his recovery.

Any additional funds will be made available for other Marlburians to apply for in the case of head injuries suffered as the result of an accident.

The fundraising dinner will be held Tuesday, June 12 at

Lowest rainfall for ten years May, according to the weather station at the Marlborough Research Centre campus at Grovetown Park, was cool, sunny and fairly dry this year.

Plant & Food Research liaison scientist Rob Agnew in his report, surmised that May received considerably more sunshine than in the last two years.

There was 185.4 hours of sunshine this May compared to 2011 where 161.8 hours were recorded and only 119.2 in 2010.

The most sunshine on record for May was recorded in 1990 with 207.8 hours.

There was a rainfall total of 28.6 mm, a big change from last May

with 120.0 mm.

“Total rainfall for January to May 2012 is 185.8 mm and well below the long-term average of 259 mm.”

“This is the lowest January to May total in the last 10 years.”

Mean temperatures reached 9.8°C, 0.5°C below the long-term average temperature for May of 10.3°C. “Average temperatures for May have fluctuated markedly over the past six years.”

“May 2007 was the warmest on record whereas May 2009 was one of the coolest on record. “ The number of frosts recorded this May were well above average.

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height of 2.5 cm above a mown grass surface and when the temperature is equal to or below -1.0°C. An air frost is recorded in a Stevenson screen at a height of 1.2 m and is recorded when the temperature falls below 0.0°C. May 2012 recorded 11 ground frosts, more than the average of 5.5 (1986-2011).

There were four air frosts, again more than the 1.3 average (19862011).

May 2012 also recorded an average of 176.5 km of daily wind run, well below the long-term average of 220.7 km (1996-2011).

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Helping hand goes a long way

By Robbie Parkes K rystal McGregor never thought she’d be able to complete a triathlon, but with a bit of support and a loaned bike from Avantiplus Blenheim she did it, and hasn’t stopped moving.

“Just crossing the line was what I wanted to do,” she said.

“I ended up completing it.”

Krystal did the Marlborough Women’s Triathlon back in April.

She starting training in January and planned to do the event after a family tragedy really shocked the system.

“Last year I lost my father, and he had a lot of health issues.”

She wanted to live for her children, making the effort to get

up off the couch and just do it.

Krystal started out small, biking 1 km at a time, but struggling to begin with.

It was really the first time she had been on a bike since school.

“Krystal’s bike was never capable of doing the event,” said Bill Mitchell, owner of Avantiplus who had seen the condition of it and offered to loan her one from his shop.

“Originally I thought it might have been me and not the bike,” said Krystal.

“The bike from Bills could do the whole thing.”

A friend of Krystal’s worked at the store, and Krystal had gone there before for a session on how to change bike tubes and tyres.

From there, Bill offered to loan her the bike for the competition, even after the date changed multiple times over a few months.

“Bill’s been good to me,” she said.

“I started off with that one kilometre and I eventually got to 20 km four times a week.”

Krystal has lost 16kg since January.

After the triathlon some of her friends rallied around and got her a voucher for Avanti to put towards buying her own bike.

“I wouldn’t have been able to afford a bike by myself and it just means I can keep going.”

Bill said it’s amazing to see someone put the hard work in and trim up.

“Just helping people really, it’s what we’re all about at the Avanti Team.”

He said at the end of the day it comes down to supporting people who can help themselves.

Krystal said the kids love having mum out there with them.

She plans on doing another triathlon at the end of the year and aims to smash her previous time.

Krystal McGregor and Avantiplus Blenheim owner Bill Mitchell with Krystal’s new bike.

Youth Orchestra performing

By Robbie Parkes With only two weeks to go, the Marlborough Youth Orchestra have gained a few more performers and are working hard towards the big night.

The group will be performing Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major at the Floor Pride Marlborough Civic Theatre on June 20.

“They’re going pretty well,” said Youth Orchestra Committee member Alison Fields.

“It’s ticking along quite nicely.”

The orchestra were on the lookout for a number of musicians to join them for the concert and fill a few gaps.

They now have a couple more cellists, viola players, a clarinetist and even some bassoon players.

Although one of the bassoon players had to be hired because there aren’t many hanging around down here.

“We’re putting everything together we possibly can.”

“It’ll be reasonably balanced.”

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Alison said conductor Todd Smith has really stepped up, heading rehearsals and taking on the leadership role very well.

The concert will open with a couple of lighter pieces as well as Harry Potter highlights - music from the films as composed by John Williams.

“It’s just something a bit lighter before we step into Beethoven,” said Alison.

Tickets are available from the theatre at $10 for adults and $5 for children.

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Look after Pedestrians Dear Ed, I refer to the letter to the Editor titled “Look after pedestrians” in The Sun dated May 30th 2012.

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Wednesday June 6, 2012 W h e n o n ly t h e b e s t W i l l d o !

Jubilee brings out memorabilia

By Robbie Parkes Local woman Kathleen O’Leary’s treasured piece of royal memorabilia has been in her possession for 60 years, and it has resurfaced just at the right time.

The booklet depicts Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee on June 22, 1897 along with illustrations of the military parades she would have been honoured with.

It even has a drawing of the tallest man in the army.

“I just hadn’t thought about it until the Queen’s Jubilee.”

“I’ve just kept it in a plastic bag in a draw.” “ I wa s a m a z e d at the colouring, how it’s still very beautiful and bright.”

Kathleen received the

booklet as a gift from her neighbour, Mrs Carter, for her 10th birthday.

“She knew I was interested in history and I was always collecting pictures of the King and Queen.”

“She couldn’t have given me anything better.”

Kathleen never asked how she got it, but imagined that it was quite abundant when it came out.

“This would have been sold here in New Zealand.”

“There’s probably quite a few people that own them.”

The royal procession collectible was released

by W.D and H.O Wills – a big tobacco company in their day.

“I would think it was just a souvenir,” said Kathleen.

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Kathleen O’Leary with her prized Queen Victoria memorabilia, which she received on her 10th birthday from a neighbour.

It was just something they did back then, she said.

“When this was put out, it (smoking) would have been very fashionable.”

It’s coincidence that Kathleen grew up on a tobacco farm in Motueka, where the industry was booming back in her time.

Kathleen said she has never had it valued or thought of selling it, it was a treasure for her and she’s kept it, even writing her name inside.

“If I was going to do anything with it I would give it to the museum in Motueka.”

Millionaires ‘will’ settled Arthur Har rison, a Blenheim businessman who died in a Blenheim house fire in November 2009, left in his will, his entire estate worth $12 million to the

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Mr Harrison’s 1994 will stipulated the monies be kept in the Adson Charitable Trust.

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Des Palmer and his car Robbie Parkes talks to Des Palmer about his love of fixing cars and his current project - a 1915 Willys Overland.

Since buying his 1915 Willys Overland in 1981, Des Palmer has been tinkering away, fixing it up over the years.

A few obstacles have blocked the road but that hasn’t stopped Des from doing what he loves.

Des moved to Blenheim with his family around 1947, he was an upholsterer by trade and has always played around with cars and motorbikes.

“There’s not many men that aren’t car kinked,” he said.

He’s always been interested in cars, and for 35 years he had been chasing the 1915 Overland.

“There’s three of them that came to Marlborough and the other two were repossessed.”

“It’s the only one left.”

Des managed to get what was left of the last one, years after it had passed its prime.

“It was a heap of rusty old junk when I got it.”

The original wheels were bore-eaten,

the motor was full of pine needles and water and the chassis started to rot.

“I’ve been messing round with it ever since.”

Unfortunately, only days after owning the car, Des had a serious accident at work.

He worked on the planes in the airfields.

On September 11, 1981 he was lifted up on a forklift to take the cover off a plane, but the pin connecting the forklift to the support cage wasn’t in.

He fell off and was left in a serious condition.

Three or four weeks after the accident he was still unconscious in hospital and suffered a stroke down his left side.

“I lost most of my eyesight.”

He lost a lot of mobility on his left too. “ I like messing round with

cars but since I had my accident and I haven’t got a licence anymore it makes you wonder, is it worth it?”

But, he said the effort you put into fixing up a car and seeing the finished product you’re left with is well worth it.

“You’ve just got to make do with what you’ve got.”

The Overland has been in and out of storage for the past few decades and has been fixed up here and there.

After a three month stint away, Des has had his vintage car back for a week now and with a shiny new paint job.

He’s had a lot of help from

mates fixing up various parts of the car that he can no longer do because of the accident.

“Almost everything’s done, but it’s just finishing off things,” he said.

There was no back door when he started so Des made one, and he cut all the woodwork himself.

“Everything’s been more or less made for it.”

Des has fixed up and restored about 5 or 6 vintage cars in the past. “ I ’ve done a lot before but I always wanted a veteran (before

1920).”

His last car was a 1935 Chrysler Roadster, which he used for his daughters wedding.

He also had an old Chevy which eventually went to a man in Sweden and it’s now on display in a Swedish motor museum.

He said the Overland has been a bit of a prize car to be fixing up and even though he won’t be able to drive it, it’s still been great.

“I’d like to hang on to it.”

“I’ll get one of the boys to take me out in it.”

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There will also be four raffles running throughout the day which have a combined total of $700 worth of prizes up for grabs.

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Expo comes to Blenheim this Sunday Each year organisers of the Marlborough Parents Centre Parent & Child Expo have promised an event bigger and better than the last, and as its popularity continues to grow the Expo has become a highly anticipated day for all families.

Held at the Marlborough Convention, this year’s Expo will be held this Sunday from 10am – 3pm and will be the fourth run in Marlborough.

Organisers are pleased to announce that there will be 45 exhibitor sites of local and visiting companies offering a huge variety of products and services for expectant parents, children and adults, says Expo

co-ordinator Hetty Kirby.

“There will be everything from retail sites, finance services, childhood education, Plunket and loads of bargains.

“The Marlborough Parent Centre in particular will be selling off a wide range of items at great prices, so bring along the whole family and enjoy what the Expo has to offer,” she says.

“Bring cash”, is an important message from the Centre, as Eftpos won’t be available.

The cost of entry to the Expo is only $2 per adult, under 14’s are free, and the first 500 paying adults will receive a free goody bag.

Hadley Barron with his 4 month old daughter Maddison at last “See-you at the Expo!” years Parent & Child Expo.

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Naomi Barton and Haley Howie from the Marlborough Parents Centre with baby Jonty Craig, enjoying last year's Expo.

Parents Centre thanks O rga n i s e d a nd r u n by t h e Marlborough Parents Centre, the Parent and Child Expo is their major annual fundraising event.

Proceeds from door entry, auctions and raffles go back to the Centre and contribute toward ongoing costs and training opportunities.

Proceeds from the previous two Expo’s paid for the training of two new

educators, Anita Ireland and Naomi Barton who are currently finalising their qualifications.

Major sponsors of this year’s Expo are: The National Bank of New Zealand, ANZ Bank and New World Blenheim.

Supporting the Expo are: MORE FM Marlborough, The Sun Newspaper, The Interislander and Tip Top.

Exhibitors: ABC Avantiplus Blenheim Baby on the Move Barnados BECC (Blenheim Earlyhood Child Care)

Bike Fit Marlborough Bounce with Us Cast in Time Caterpiller Kids Child Birth Educator (Parent Centre)

CrackerJack Toys Creative Memories Child Youth and Family ENJO Footsteps Fudge Factory Heinz Watties House of Amigo Inland Revenue Kiddie Power

Kindy Association Little Tweeties/ Meys Made Maataa Waka ki te Tau Ihu Trust Montessori House of Children The National Bank/ ANZ Nitespa Beauty Therapy Parent Centre (Baby Bundles) Kennard & Associates Blenheim Play Centre Royal NZ Plunket Society PORSE in home child care Public Trust Puddle Jumpers REAP Salvation Library (Toy Library) Smiths City Sport Tasman Stadium 2000 Swim School Step to Growth Seismic Sales Ltd T/A Tupperware Wairau Pharmacy

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Parents Centres New Zealand is celebrating six decades of supporting parents through the early years, and celebrating its achievements there is an awareness week running from June 11 – 17.

Here in Marlborough the Parents Centre has been active in the community for 35 years.

Marlborough Parents Centre president Nicola Corbishley is proud of her Centre’s achievements.

“We’ve been working with local parents for decades and believe that parenting is everything and a crucial influence on how our children will turn out.

“We work with parents to equip them with the knowledge and skills and support so they can be the best parents they can possibly be,” she says.

Marlborough Parents Centre has a range of excellent childbirth and parent education programmes focusing on babies and young children.

These include ‘Baby and You’, ‘Moving and Munching’ and ‘Tinies to Tots’, plus other parenting talks on various matters.

For more information about these programmes or to find out how you can volunteer on the committee, contact the centre on info@marlboroughparentscentre.co.nz or phone Nicola on 027 522 3002.

Silent auction This year’s Parent and Child Expo has the exciting new addition of a silent auction.

There will be up to 30 fantastic items up for grabs including the biggest prize of a $500 voucher from Interislander.

The auction runs from 10am to 2pm and has something for kids and adults, from clothing and toys to wine and gift baskets that have been donated from local businesses.

Make sure you don’t miss out on this fantastic auction.

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The public made this very clear to the police during Queen’s Birthday weekend, using the *555 number on many occasions to report bad driving.

Marlborough Highway Patrol Sergeant Barrie Greenall encouraged the public to keep up this effort, to help them out.

“We only see snapshots.”

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Once 100 demerit points are accumulated, a drivers licence is lost for three months.

“You are over one third of the way there with one bad overtaking choice.”

There were 201 infringement notices given out during the long weekend; 126 of these for excessive speed.

The fastest vehicle stopped clocked 130km/h on SH6 between Canvastown and Havelock.

A heavy vehicle was ticketed for clocking 96km/h; the maximum speed for a towing or heavy vehicle is 90km/h.

Barrie said the lowered tolerance level of 4km over the limit, introduced for Queen’s Birthday weekend, should become a permanent fixture.

“Statistics across the board show Professional, personalised the lesser the mean speed on the road, assistance with buying or selling the lesser the collisions.”

The State Highway Patrol team your new home breath tested 650 drivers during the weekend, with no positive readings.

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No test results yet for Waihinau farm Test results are still waiting to come back for New Zealand King Salmon’s Waihinau farm in the Pelorus Sound which has been put under a red biosecurity alert.

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a driver turned out of Ferry Rd, for which the driver received a notice for failing to give way.

“Driver behaviour was generally pretty good, people are becoming more aware,” said Barrie.

Sergeant Stu Wright, Tasman-based Traffic Team Leader, also had a team working in Marlborough at the weekend.

They stopped 1326 vehicles at checkpoints, with one driver showing an excess alcohol breath reading.

There were 370 vehicles stopped at ‘mobile breath tests;’ 245 of these related to speeding offences, and 125 of these vehicles stopped received infringement notices for no warrants, following too closely, or dangerous overtaking.

Stu was pleased to see minimal issues regarding drinking and driving, but said there is still room for improvement.

“I was disappointed to see people driving while disqualified.”

He made note of one driver penalised for driving too closely, then half an hour later caught speeding.

“We are getting a lot of complaints coming through from the public which is great to see.”

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Police

MacDonald to play in North/South clash

Saturday, June 2nd At 2am an 18 year old vineyard worker was arrested after he allegedly stole a Ford Courier from a Seddon address on the 8th of March.

At 2.15am a 19 year old female restaurant worker was arrested for driving whilst suspended.

At 5.40pm an 18 year old female student was arrested for breaching her bail conditions.

At 8.25pm a 33 year old vineyard worker was arrested for breaching his bail conditions.

At 8.35pm a 40 year old cleaner was arrested for driving whilst disqualified.

At 11.35pm a 20 year old vineyard worker was arrested for breaching the liquor ban.

Sunday, June 3rd At 12.10am a 44 year old man was arrested for breaching his bail conditions.

At 12.35am a 22 year old man was arrested for breaching his bail conditions namely his curfew.

At 1.15am a 36 year old barista was arrested for breaching the liquor ban and disorderly behaviour after an incident on Kinross Street.

At 1.35am a 16 year old student was arrested for breaching the liquor ban and giving false details. He has been referred to the Blenheim Youth Aid. At 1.35am a 35 year old vineyard worker was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Kinross Street.

At 2.15am a 20 year old student was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Scott Street.

At 2.40am a 20 year old logger was arrested after he allegedly shone a laser light into the eyes of a Police Officer whilst he was driving a patrol vehicle. He has been bailed to appear in the Blenheim District Court on the 5th of June.

At 9.30pm a 26 year old forklift driver was arrested for possession of cannabis and breaching his bail conditions.

Highlanders will face off against the north at Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium on June 10.

The match - the first North/South clash since 1995, is being staged to support the Otago Union who are facing financially problems.

O’Brien will defend charges Michael O’Brien says he never had any intention of deceiving the Blenheim-based gambling society Bluegrass Holdings Limited.

He has been charged by Internal Affairs Department with making a false statement, with the intent to deceive, in relation to his involvement with Bluegrass Trust, a non-profit company.

Michael told The Sun yesterday he would “vigorously defend the charges,” which date back to his involvement with the organisation in 2009.

When The Sun asked Michael what he did to prompt the charge, he replied he had no further comment to make.

His Blenheim Court date has not been set.

Michael, whose training base is Waterlea Racecourse, is involved in many aspects of the harness community.

His father Pat O’Brien is chairman of Bluegrass Holdings.

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Friday, June 1st At 1.40pm a 34 year old woman was arrested on a warrant for her arrest for breaching her community work.

At 5.40pm a 13 year old male student and a 15 year old male were arrested after they allegedly set fire to vegetation at the Waterlea racecourse. They have been referred to the Blenheim Youth Aid. At 9.25pm a 21 year old man was arrested for driving whilst suspended and breaching his bail conditions.

At 11.55pm a 19 year old railway worker was arrested for driving whilst suspended.

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Monday, June 4th At 8.05pm a 25 year old vineyard worker was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Kinross Street.

Prank calls continue

By Celeste Lodewyk Last Friday the Sun published a story about a local woman receiving a hoax phone call from foreign scammers.

Since we have received calls from members of the public who have had similar experiences, including that of one woman, who does not want to be identified for security purposes, who has been plagued by hoax callers for the past 10 months.

This woman says she began receiving evening calls in August of last year.

She says the phone calls began with a long silence before the caller hung up, but as the weeks passed she says they became more frequent.

She phoned her telephone company TelstraClear and reported the “nuisance calls” and was told to record four of them in a seven day period.

This she did a number of times and eventually she was told the nuisance calls were generated overseas.

“I was told that because New Zealand laws don’t apply when they come

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from overseas so the phone company couldn’t do anything.

“I phoned the Police but because they were not threatening they said it wasn’t their business, but the suppliers,” she says.

The calls carried on so one day she decided to speak to the caller.

“I asked what the purpose of the call was and told them they had been reported. As soon as I spoke the call was ended.

“This happened a number of times, them hanging up when I spoke so I knew it couldn’t be just an automated call,” she says.

Now 10 months down the track, she has heard of several other locals who have also been receiving these calls.

“I just think it’s not fair that this keeps happening and there’s nothing I can do to stop it.

“I can handle the calls but I often wonder about those who are shift workers, a nervous elderly person or a solo home occupant,” she says.

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Practice electrical safety at home Electricity is important to the workings of the home, but can be dangerous, especially to children.

Electrical safety needs to be taught to every member of the household covering everything from interior outlets, to outside power lines.

Here are some things to remember and talk to your family about.

Children: Safety plugs should be inserted in unused outlets when toddlers are in the home.

Make sure all outlets in the home have face plates.

Teach children not to put things into electrical outlets and not to chew on electrical cords.

Keep electrical wiring boxes locked.

Do not allow children to come in contact with power lines outside. Never allow them to climb trees near power lines, utility poles or high-tension towers.

Electricity and Water: People are good conductors of electricity, particularly when standing in water or on a damp floor.

A body can act like a lightning rod and carry the current to the ground so never use any electric appliance in the tub or shower.

Never touch an electric cord or appliance with wet hands.

Do not use electrical appliances in damp areas or while standing on damp floors.

Remember, shocks can be fatal!

Animal Hazards: Mice and other rodents can chew on electrical wires and damage them. If rodents are suspected or known to be in the home, be aware of the damage they may cause and take measures to get rid of them.

Outside Hazards: There are several electrical hazards outside the home. Be aware of overhead and underground power lines.

People have been electrocuted when an object they are moving has come in contact with the overhead power lines.

Keep ladders, antennas, kites and poles away from power lines leading to the house and other buildings.

Do not plant trees, shrubs, or bushes under power lines or near underground

power lines.

Never let anyone shoot or throw stones at insulators. If you have an animal trapped in a tree or on the roof near electric lines, phone your utility company. Do not take a chance of electrocuting yourself. Children and electricity are a dangerous mix.

Use only outdoor lights, fixtures and extension cords.

Downed power lines are extremely dan• Commercial • Industrial gerous. If you see a downed power line, call • Residential emergency services and warn others away.

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Unprofessional wiring a risk Unprofessional wiring is considered an extreme fire safety issue to homes and businesses.

All electrical work should be carried out by a qualified electrician.

In some cases there may be some wiring in your home or business that you are not 100 percent happy with. If this is the case you should phone an electrician immediately and have a complete WOF inspection done by a qualified and registered business.

By ignoring the problem you are risking the safety of your family and employees so don’t delay and phone a local electrician today.

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Safety Tips from Laser Electrical Electricity provides light to help us see at night and fuel heaters that keep us warm in winter, but it is important not to get in electricity’s way because it can harm you. Here are a few safety tips from Laser Electrical to teach your children: • Never play with electrical cords, wires, switches, or plugs.

• Stay away from fallen power lines. Tell an adult if you see a fallen line.

• Never use a hairdryer or play an electrical radio or television near a bathtub or sink.

• Before you climb a tree, look up. If a power line is nearby or touching, stay away from the tree.

• Never touch anything that runs on electricity when your hands are wet.

• Fly kites and model airplanes in a wide open field or park—never near overhead electrical wires.

• Never climb power poles.

Remember ALWAYS use a REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN, we recommend using an ECANZ member, they have the tools and experience to keep you safe.

Don’t risk your family or employees, call a local electrician for a full safety inspection.

Fascinating facts about electricity - About 200 years ago, Alessandro Volta discovered that when two strips of different metals were put in a sulphuric acid solution and connected with a wire, electricity began to flow. Voila! The first electric battery was developed.

- The first windmill to produce electricity was in Denmark in 1890.

- In the past, frightened sailors voyaging at night reported seeing ghostly phantoms of bluish light dancing on the masts of ships. Called Saint Elmo’s fire, the light is actually a form of static electricity.

- Energy cannot be created or destroyed. It can only be converted from one form to another.

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William Exton, 8 ers Cooper Forbes, 9 and  Marlborough kart rac Champs on the int Spr ss in the Sunbelt competed in the Cadet Cla weekend.

 Out for lunch in Blenheim yesterday was Candice Harper with daughter Bella and Jannah Fredericks and daughter Charli Nukunuku.

 Brett McGlashan and his number 11 kart before his first race for the weekend down at the Marlborough kart track.

The Sun

out & about

 Chris Cox was one of the big names on the kar t track at the Sunbelt Sprint Cham ps on the weekend. The five-time winner of the South Isla nd Championships cam e first in both Rotax Max Light Cla ss and the Yamaha Light Class.

enjoying the Josh Mehrtens d an er ak tt hi  Morgan W in town. sunshine while

 Ron Perano, (at back Mitchell Avery) talks to Prime Minister John Key in London for the Queens Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Photo by Lut on Anderson

rew Broughton  Marlborough Kart Club captain And the Sunbelt for s Clas vy Hea Max x Rota raced in the . kend Sprint Champs on the wee

 Matthew Hamilton and Marcus Armstrong from Christchurch makin g final preparations before Marcus hits the tra ck.

 Troy Gilmore, Harrison Somerville, and Tom Wilson meet Prime Minister John Key at the Queens Diamond Jubilee celebrations in London. Photo by Luton Anderson

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SF Marlborough

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

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

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.

The Peoples' Market

Winter new location from 3rd June 10am-1pm.

Seymour Street (Noel Leemings) Carpark. Sites Available $5. Eggs, Jam, Books, Plants, Crafts, Produce, Jewellery, OliveOil.

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.

Sheets 'n' Things

Urgently need warm linen to meet the demand in our community. Happy to pick-up - ph: 578-1355 ext:5 or drop at 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College)

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: 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.

ACROSS 1. Alliance (11) 7. Dipping(biscuits)in tea (7) 11. Move aimlessly (5) 12. Foolish (7) 13. Slacken (3,2) 14. Money expert (9) 15. Study of word sources (9) 16. Variety of fowl (6) 18. N.Z. lizard (7) 21. Engrave (4) 23. Ballad (3) 25. Defective bomb (3) 27. Kiln (4) 28. Tutor (7) 30. Silk fabric (6) 32. Firearm (3) 33. Hovel (3) 34. Hot water spring (6) 35. Income (7) 36. Restrain (4) 37. Statute (3) 39. Epoch (3) 41. Worlds’ longest river (4) 43. Oscillate (7) 45. Loophole (6) 48. Retract on opinion(inf) (4-5) 49. Water clock (9)

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51. Beer mug (5) 52. Art of paper folding (7) 53. Yucca tree fibre (5) 54. Military shop (7) 55. Social gathering(3-8) DOWN 1. Italian priest (5) 2. Plastic surgery of the nose (11) 3. Don Brash heads this party (8) 4. Dried grape (6) 5. Lift up (5) 6. Tolerant (7) 7. Area for ship repairs (8) 8. Country singer; Willie ... (6) 9. Slightly drunk (7) 10. Itinerant traveller (5) 16. Forced marraige; ‘...

Wedding’ (7) 17. Unaffected (7) 19. Male relative (5) 20. Stern (7) 22. Flatfish (7) 24. Longing (3) 26. Algerian Governor (3) 29. Leave of absence from school (5) 31. Gibberish (6,5)

32. Coagulate (3) 33. Prosecute (3) 38. Lower by cranking (4-4) 40. Scottish county (8) 42. Reading desk (7) 44. Undulating (7) 46. Larder (6) 47. Sheep breed (6) 48. Fundermental (5) 49. Map (5) 50. Mohammedan ruler (5)

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TE RAWA RESORT Wilson Bay Pelorus Sound.

Restaurant & Bar. Right at the waters edge, accommodation, Shop, On & Off Licence, petrol on wharf, LPG & moorings.

Private functions & small conferences.

Ph 035798285. www.terawa. co.nz

LOST - Set of Keys Budge Street 3/6/12.

Reward offered. Ph 578 9021

CLOWN Fun! PomPom entertains with bubbles, balloons and magic. Phone 577 7393

Writers Workshop

PICTON

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CHICKEN GIVEAWAY Precision Auto Centre are giving away a frozen chicken with every WOF, wheel alignment or $100 spent. Payment must be made when vehicle is picked up. Limited to 6 chickens per customer. Phone 03 577 7783.

‘Novel Writing from literary to commercial fiction’ with Jill Marshall Sat. June 23, 2012, Blenheim

We require deliverers in the Picton area of Gravesend for delivery of The Sun on Wednesday.

A person with a scooter is preferred.

E A R Health.

Removal of Ear Wax using microscope & suction. Ph for an appointment 5788310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St. F O R E VA F I T f o r 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 decorator

vehicle for sale

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Tidy quiet house with 2 others in Renwick. $90 includes expenses. Phone 5780639 or 0273024867

for sale WINTER sale. Half price reductions. Only at the Dressing Room in the Forum.

P E A s t r aw. $10 delivered. Please leave a message. 572 2701 WINTER sale. Half price reductions. Only at the Dressing Room in the Forum.

WHITE CHIP & WHITE ROCKS Ideal for pebble gardens, paths, driveways. Phone Thomson 575 6885 WINTER sale. Half price reductions. Only at the Dressing Room in the Forum.

CAR FOR

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Advertise your car in our Public Notices column for only $20.00 + gst Just supply a photo and wording.

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

Phone 577 7868 OR email:classifieds@ blenheimsun.co.nz

Member of Master Painters Association

FIREWOOD

• Pine 3m3 dry $160 • Pine 3.4m3 dry $180 • Blue gum 3m3, $210 • Blue gum 3.4m3, $230 • Mixed load pine/gum 3m3, $200 • Mixed load pine/gum 3.4m3, $220 Free Delivery Picton/ Havelock/Blenheim Ph 021 1293070 (leave message) or 570 5599 after 5pm

Suitable for any level of writer wanting guidance with their novel project. Beginners welcome.

Hosted by New Zealand Authors

Please phone 577 7868

Contact:Ro Cambridge 027 688 2591 rocambridge@xnet.co.nz or Wendy Knox 03 579 1424 prestonknox@gmail.com

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Noodle Corner & Mr Asian

Personal Trainers Launched in 2003, SNAP Fitness is the world’s largest and fastest growing health and fitness franchise, featuring compact, state-of-the-art fitness centers. SNAP Fitness currently has around 1,200 locations open and operating worldwide and projects to have more than 3,000 locations under development by the end of 2012.

In addition to New Zealand, SNAP Fitness also currently operates clubs in Australia, Canada, India, Mexico, U.K and the USA. Candidates must be passionate about health and fitness and be willing to learn on the job.

They must also have the ability to drive members to be the best they can be.

Candidates must hold the following qualifications: • A current Certificate in Personal Training • REPS Registered & Insured Fitness Provider • First Aid Certificate If you would like to be a part of the Snap Fitness phenomenon please email your applications to Korey Gibson at kgibson@ snapfitness.com at Snap Fitness Head Office.

Full Time, Permanent Awesome bargains, Sausage sizzle, Pre-loved clothing, and treasures.

54 High Street Renwick 9th June 8.30am- 11am

Chef and shop assistant required for busy noodle shop and Asian shop in Blenheim.

Must have: • ability to be adaptable and flexible • worked in a team and be a team player • ability to work extra hours when required • Be a quick learner and able to cook Asian & Thai cuisine • Be honest, responsible and hard working Please contact Udomsak Juchange at nzpolarisgroup@gmail.com for a copy of the job description. Please email your covering letter and current CV or Ph 03 577 9918, 021 140 8249.

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Grout is a very porous material and is rarely sealed when new so it starts to absorb dirt and bacteria from day one. In no time it starts to looks dirty and unsightly, no matter how long you spend on your knees trying to scrub it clean. To make it worse, the wrong type of cleaners could cause more damage!

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Wanted

Sales Consultant

Blenheim Olympic Taekwondo Club is seeking an Instructor preferably of 1st Dan Black Belt rank or higher to undertake class instruction of approximately 25 students.

The successful applicant can start as soon as they wish but will need to take over class instruction by February 2013.

This will be a voluntary position but some expenses will be covered. Applicants must be trained in the WTF style of Taekwondo.

Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays year round from 6pm to 8pm both nights.

School holidays are not expected.

Interested parties should contact Kevin in the first instance on 03 579 1974 after hours.

Enthusiastic, motivated salesperson wanted who can sell advertising space to local businesses.

Experience preferred although full training will be provided.

If you are a real people person, not afraid to cold call, then this position could be for you.

Must be • reliable • team player • have a proven work record • be prepared to go the extra mile You will join our friendly team who are passionate about working on the region’s only locally owned and operated newspaper.

Phone Les or Tanya to discuss 5777 868 or email your CV and covering letter to: les@blenheimsun.co.nz or tanya@blenheimsun.co.nz

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Wednesday June 6, 2012 public notice

Colin’s Diary

Full Time

Colin King

MP FOR K AIKOU R A

Wednesday June 6: Colin to speak at the launch of the North Canterbury Health Shuttle.

Meetings in North Canterbury.

Thursday June 7: Visit the building site of the Awatere Early Learning Center, in Kaikoura meeting with constituents by arrangement.

Friday June 8: In Blenheim meeting with constituents by arrangement.

Monday June 11: Visit Amuri School. Colin speaks at the Hanmer Business Association Luncheon. Meetings in Hanmer Springs by arrangement.

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Friday June 15: In Blenheim meeting with constituents by arrangement. Attend the opening of the Mistletoe Bay Trust, Stage Two Development, Queen Charlotte Sounds.

Build your future with us.

Saturday June 16: Kaikoura Trash Fashion Show

CARPENTERS & STRUCTURAL STEEL ERECTORS DARFIELD

Monday June 18: Volunteer awareness week 17-23 June. Colin in Blenheim meeting with constituents by arrangement.

Ok, so you DON’T want to sell your house and move the family to Christchurch just because that’s where the work is, but you DO want to be involved in an exciting project in a growth area with the opportunity to work extended hours and get ahead.

Tuesday June 19-21: In Parliament.

All meals and accommodation are provided while you work away from home each week, and we also pay travelling time.

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This is your chance to step up your career with a company renowned for its innovation and family culture, a company committed to growing and developing its people.

BL E N H E I M O F F I C E C O N TAC T P.O. Box 130, The Forum, Market Street, Blenheim Mon - Fri, 10am - 3pm PHONE (03) 579 3204 0800 COLIN MP (265 466) FAX (03) 577 6934 EMAIL colin.kingmp@parliament.govt.nz Contact us for Colin’s email newsletter.

You will hold the appropriate trade qualifications and have commercial construction experience. You will also have an excellent work ethic and the desire to contribute to the total team effort.

Check out our website for an application form and a job description, then forward your application and an up-to-date CV to: Calder Stewart Industries Ltd, PO Box 74, Milton, or email vacancy@calderstewart.co.nz

Look locally in your region...

www.national.org.nz

Applications close Wednesday 20th June 2012.

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Calder Stewart Industries is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. An offer of employment is subject to successfully completing pre-employment drug screening.

Birthdays Anniversaries

Candidates must be New Zealand Citizens/Residents or have a current NZ Work Permit.

Phone (03) 5777 868 Single column $15 Double columns $25

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Cement Tanker Driver.

Looking

Tuesdays June 12-14: Caucus, Primary Production & Education & Science Select Committee meetings.

Blenheim Marlborough

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Sat 2 Jun Sits Vacant $393.69

Wed 6 Jun $357.72 Sat 9 Jun $393.69 • Class 5 Heavy Trade licence (other licences and d Sat 2 Jun Sits Vacant $284.79 Wed 6 will Jun be an advantage) $284.79 endorsements Sat 9 Jun $284.79 • A good work ethic, physical fitness and motivation Express Fri 1 Jun Sits Vacant $242.55 • Good communication skills Wed 6 Jun $242.55 • A demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety Fri 8 Jun $242.55 • A commitment to on-the-job training. tlook Wed 6 Jun Sits Vacant $339.24 Wed 13 Jun $339.24 rbury News Wed 6 Jun Sits Vacant $326.04 Wed 13 Jun $326.04 Cement. Aggregates.

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For a copy of theRachel position description, please phone our reception on (03) 339 7500. To apply, email your CV and

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A National Business Review front page article published last Friday revealed that Mayoral hopeful David Dew owes creditors BNZ $6.8 million.

The Marlborough Lines company chairman began selling stock before putting his River Farm Vineyard into liquidation with PricewaterhouseCoopers in March.

He has paid local unsecured credi-

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tors but BNZ, PGG Wrightson and Viaduct - secured creditors, are still owed according to PwC’s first report.

Two vineyards owned by David are on the market and will be auctioned in June.

His River Farm Vineyard owns land on Ben Morvan Rd and Godfrey Rd in Blenheim with rateable values of $1.3 million and $1.1 million respectively.

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Rural Fire Chief Richard McNamara is the new Rural Fire Chief.

Page 10 Grant Herd and son Nixon (17 months) show their ‘fairy’ support as part of team Flutters at Saturday’s Heart Stopper Challenge. Story page 3.

Ricky Agent’s move to Christchurch has paid off, with him making the Canterbury Colts.

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A group of Marlborough College students, including MBC student Church PageThornton 9 (16) have created a mural masterpiece on the concrete pillars of the Alfred Street carpark.

The past two weekends have seen a flurry of paintbrushes as art students from the colleges created a colourful scene for those using the parking building. Continued page 2.

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By Annabelle Latz It’s his backside he’s most worried about, for the 101km bike ride tomorrow.

Philip Hughes is taking on the Forrest Grape Ride for the fourth time, but this year’s theme is secretly under wraps.

He featured as a butler in 2009, and his wife Wendy was a maid.

Old bikes was the theme that year, and he’s pulling it out for another whirl tomorrow.

“It’s from the 1940’s I’d say.”

One badge says The Rally Nottingham England, and another says Supplied By Wilson and McLeod, Invercargill.

It has a back pedal brake, that doesn’t work too well these days.

“You have to stand up on the pedal to make it work properly.”

Philip has also ridden the Grape Ride on his Genius road bike, in 2007 and 2008, with his best time being just over three hours.

He said it’s a different day out on his vintage bike donning a costume.

“It will probably take about four hours, depends on the wind because I’m very upright on this bike.”

He said the reaction from other riders and spectators always brings a laugh, causing a few heads to turn.

“It’s completely different clanging along like this!”

He hasn’t done as much training this year compared to previous events due to work commitments, but isn’t too worried.

“It’s all about making it as much fun as possible.”

Although he won’t disclose much about this year’s costume, he said he’ll put a basket on the handlebars with a few dates, muesli bars and licorice to keep him going.

“I might add in a blanket, just to make it look like I’m going for a picnic.”

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FOR THESE LATEST MODELS JUST ARRIVED All Holden models 1:18 scale the first heat of the 125cc rotax Max Heavy Class in the sunbelt sprint Championships on the weekend kept competitors in a tight formation all around the track. Michael Collins, kart 94 of Christchurch eventually took out pole position.

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By Robbie Parkes Tyres screeched and petrol burned in Marlborough this weekend for the 27th central New Zealand Sunbelt Sprint Championships.

Marlborough Kart Club hosted the first day of the champs on Saturday, the action then moved to Nelson on the Sunday.

The weather stayed fine for the annual competition that sees racers of all ages come from around the country to test their stuff on the kart track.

The away teams seemed to be the winners on the day with the majority of first places going to Christchurch racers.

Reuben Adams of Christchurch came first for the Cadet Class, Cooper Forbes was second and Laura McPherson was third.

Marcus Armstrong and Ryan McPherson, both from Christchurch tied for first in the Junior Restricted Class, Jai Buckley came third.

T he only top spot for Marlborough went to Brooke Reeve in the Junior 100cc Yamaha stage, Scott Manson was second and Ryan Yardley, third.

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Chris Cox from Christchurch took first in the Senior Kane adcock, kart 73, followed closely 100cc Yamaha Light, Jamie by Chad Patrick.

Conroy was second and Kane Adcock made third.

Chris also placed first in the 125cc Rotax Max Light Class category, Matthew Straker took second, Brendon Gridley third.

Michael Smith from Dunedin was the single competitor in Morrison’s birds the Senior 100cc Yamaha fastest Heavy round, scoring him first place.

The Blenheim Pigeon club Michael Collins of Christchraced it’s final race of the young urch took first place in the bird season on Saturday.

125cc Rotax Max Heavy Class, The Top of the South Classic Tayler Forbes came second and from Timaru, a teams race of 2 Andrew Downs, third. birds was won by Morrins HolMarlborough Kart Club publow loft (Don Morrison). Don’s licity officer Sheryl McGlashan birds beat 15 other hopefuls said the number of competitors do vary year by year. home in a time of 5 hours and They’ve had a good turnout a speed of 72.383 kph. Results; but numbers are dropping as a 2nd C Kirkwood 69.304kph, result of the recession.

3rd J Webb 67.499kph 4th S She said it’s always a good Morrison 67.251kph. The first weekend. out of area team f lown on The guys tend to get amped behalf of the late Lew Secker up a lot, sometimes pushing

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The first round in the President’s grade saw Magnum win all three sets against Cri Clovers, 25-12, 25-15 and 25-17.

The Clippers won 2 sets to 1 over Treefellas, 25-22, 25-23 and 14-25.

The last game in the grade was played between Can’t Touch This and Kinoaths, with Kinoaths taking the match 2 sets to 1, 21-25, 25-13 and 25-17.

In C grade Westmeat Geriatrics won 2 of the 3 sets played against Safe Crackers, with a score of 25-10, 25-8 and 18-25.

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