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Maureen Hamilton with her new Toyota Yaris from Blenheim Toyota. Maureen won the Yaris for a year, plus free petrol, free registration, free insurance and servicing. Story Page 4.

Outdoor dining stays Jessica Bagge says changes left on the table.

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Top achiever Jo Cheer wins scholarship to study at Cambridge University in England.

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High flyer Aircraft photographer Gavin Conroy talks about his passion for capturing the beauty of flight.

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Former councillor sides with Arbuckle By Damian George Former Marlborough District councillor Andrew Barker says the local community has a right to ask questions of an independent commissioner or the Ombudsman about claims of wrongdoings within Marlborough District Council. Current councillor Jamie Arbuckle issued a media statement on Monday saying he did not agree with the idea of appointing commissioner

Richard Fowler to head an inquiry into the matter, as Mr Fowler has previous ties with the MDC. Mr Barker says he is pleased the council has since renegged on the decision to employ Wellington lawyer Fowler, after it was first suggested by mayor Alistair Sowman and MDC chief executive officer Andrew Besley. “Richard Fowler has had too much involvment with this council and would be in Andrew

Besley’s pocket,” he says. “Besley is silly to even have suggested Richard Fowler. There needs to be an independent person who has had no involvement previously with the MDC.” Mr Fowler has previously worked for the local council as a commissioner and consultant and, according to Cr Arbuckle, stands to gain financially from future employment there. Continued Page 4.

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Christchurch man living in Marlborough “abandoned” By Damian George A Marlborough woman’s son who moved from Christchurch following a Boxing Day earthquake in the city is furious he has still not been allowed to retrieve his belongings seven weeks after the February 22 quake. Richard Hazeldine-Barber, 35, says he and his mother Marie were given only 15 minutes by the Christchurch City Council to gather what they could from his house when he went down a week after the quake struck. “We were told we would have two hours if we came back the next morning,” he says. “We went back, waited four and a half hours, and when we finally got in, were told we had 15 minutes.” Richard, who suffers from a rare genetic disorder known as PraderWilli Syndrome [PWS], managed to salvage an antique clock and some of his mother’s paintings, but was not allowed to take basics such as clothes and shoes as they were covered with dust and asbestos. The next day, he was allowed just five minutes to retrieve whatever else he could, and has not been allowed back in since. “My heart sank to the ground. There’s thousands of dollars worth of DVDs in there, rare movies and stuff like that. All I want to do is get my stuff so I know it’s okay.” Richard, now at his mother’s house in Koromiko, says living outside of Christchurch has made it extremely difficult for him to get help from local authorities such as WINZ, power companies, and the tenancy tribunal. He says he tried to file an application with WINZ for financial

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Not happy: Richard Hazeldine-Barber was able to salvage this antique clock in the 15 minutes he was given to search his quake-damaged Christchurch property.

support, and to get reimbursed for money spent travelling to and from the property, but was advised he had to do so in Christchurch. Richard says he is also concerned his abandoned Gloucester Street flat may be bulldozed by the council without him knowing about it. “I am, because the council have gone round telling people ‘your house is okay, we won’t touch it’ and then they go back the next day and it’s gone.” He says the anger felt by many people at being snubbed from the CBD has been fuelled by an article in the Christchurch Press, reporting businessman David Henderson

has been allowed unlimited entry into the area. “He can go in any time he wants and here’s me, literally on my hands and knees begging them to give me more time.” Marie says the negligence shown by authorities towards some of the people affected is appalling. “This is what’s really getting some people annoyed. We’re not stupid and most businessmen in the CBD aren’t, either,” she says. “The people outside the city are ordinary people, they’ve lost their job, lost their home or they’re people like Richard. They are totally abandoned.”

The New Zealand AIDS Foundation has called on the people of Blenheim to take part in the annual International AIDS Candlelight Memorial this year. The campaign, aimed at raising awareness of HIV, will be held at more than 1200 locations in 115 countries on May 15 to honour lives lost to the disease. “We would love to have a memorial in Blenheim in 2011,” regional coordinator for New Zealand Wayne Otter says. “Anyone who cares about the HIV epidemic or has been touched by HIV/AIDS in some way can coordinate a memorial. They don’t have to be experienced at organising events as it could be a gathering of just a few people.” Mr Otter says the New Zealand memorials vary widely in terms of location and attendance, but each one is special, “whether it’s three people or 300 and held by the sea, at the summit of a mountain, in a church, a park, or in a hall.” The theme for this year’s memorial is “touching lives”, recognising how HIV has touched the lives of so many.

Woman attacked by sheep A 63-year-old woman was taken to Wairau Hospital with moderate injuries after being attacked by a sheep on Taylor Pass Road on Thursday afternoon. A spokesperson for Blenheim St John says it appears the woman was moving sheep when one became agitated and inflicted injuries to the woman’s arm and leg. A St John ambulance attended the scene just after 5.30pm.

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By Damian George Marlborough District councillor Jessica Bagge says discussion on possible changes to the region’s footpath management policy will be put on hold for at least six months. Controversial amendments to the policy were due to be debated by council last Thursday, including restricting businesses to just two chairs per table and allowing only 65 centimetres from a building’s premises to situate outdoor furniture. Councillor Bagge says the council representative who was driving the changes, Judith North, is no longer filling that role, and nothing will be done in the short-term. “We’ve left it on the table for the moment. We thought we’d wait for the dust to settle, then see who the new staffer is overseeing that,” she says. “Things are very hard at the moment for retailers and nobody

needs stress. We’re going to leave it the way it is and just see what the problems are and ensure the policy says the same things as other policies regarding outdoor dining. “I think it’s been going pretty well, really, so I don’t see any reason to change it at the moment.” One source says Mrs North has been removed from the position on account of being “over-zealous”, but MDC communications coordinator Julianna Dilrew says the change is part of a routine shifting of employees among different areas. Councillor Bagge says the changes would not affect the outdoor seating areas at bars such as Cornerstone and Scotch, as those businesses are leasing that land. However, businesses on Queen Street with outdoor tables, such as CPR and Chantilly Cafe, would be affected as their furniture is on a public footpath.

Public opinion was strongly against the changes when we spoke to some Queen Street diners on Monday. “I think it’s a terrible idea. We’ve got the nice climate, you should be able to enjoy it outside,” Blenheim man Graeme Andrews says. Fran Andrews agreed, saying: “If you’re in the office, it’s just really nice to be out in the fresh air and getting natural light. We should have more places like this.” And local woman Virginia Newman added: “I just think it’s not very good at all. We want to encourage people to be able to sit and dine outside, that’s what Blenheim’s all about.” *The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce CBD Group will be holding a public meeting tomorrow at 4.30pm at Youell House to discuss the policy, as well as Alfred Street Carpark, CBD upgrade, Rugby World Cup preparations, and other CBD issues.

Support for theatre encouraged By Damian George Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman says it is time people got behind the proposed building of a new civic theatre in Blenheim. The theatre project has sparked huge debate in the region, with some Marlburians questioning factors such as its location, funding and necessity. But Mr Sowman says, although ratepayers will be asked to support the ongoing running cost of a new theatre, the impact on their pockets will be minimal. “The only cost to the ratepayer is $200,000 a year for the running of the theatre,” he says. “That works out to be nine dollars a year per ratepayer in Marlborough. That’s all they would have to pay.” Mr Sowman says the Marlborough District Council have committed only $5 million towards the $17 million project, with the rest likely to come from the Civic Theatre Trust. It is estimated $6 million of that will be generated from the

selling of the current requested an uptheatre site, while apto-date valuation. proximately a further “That is being $3.5 million has been done. The counraised by the trust to cil has asked for date. several things, “They are well into including finantheir fundraising cial details. Becampaign,” Mr Sowfore they make man says. “What they a decision, they need now is certainty; want a current calls [from some lovaluation. cals] for a referendum “There were causes a lot of uncerseveral condiMayor Alistair Sowman. t ions for t he tainty.” However, the $6 building of the million the trust could receive theatre, and the money that will be from selling the current theatre provided by the trust is the last one. site could yet well come from the The ball’s in their court.” council itself. Mr Sowman says the cost of buildMr Sowman says the council ing a new theatre was calculated to is considering buying the site, be $12 million in 2008, while the possibly to convert it into a new cost of upgrading the current site library, but he does not anticipate was $9.5 million. However, the cost ratepayers would have to help fund of a new building had since risen to that investment out of their rates. $17 million. “But if you use that formula, then He says the building was valued at in excess of $6 million back in the upgrade has probably gone 2008, but the council has since up too.”

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From Page 1. “The public should be able to raise concerns or issues and have them heard by an independent person and let them be either proven or unproven,” Mr Barker says. “With the recent publicity surrounding the council, there must now be an inquiry. “The mayor and councillors should be giving the instructions and receive the report; not Andrew Besley.” In his letter, Cr Arbuckle says he has been approached by several constituents who have alleged there may be Jamie Arbuckle corruption in the council. “Are they right? Is it true? I have no idea,” he says. “Will I pretend I don’t know that these allegations exist? Absolutely not.” He says the minister of justice, auditor general, or ombudsman should be responsible for appointing a completely independent judge. “I want to be clear that Mr Fowler’s integrity is not being questioned. What I am questioning is whether New Zealand law regarding ‘apparent bias’ is being upheld.” Mr Besley was not available for comment yesterday, but deputy CEO Mark Wheeler says Mr Fowler met the approval of all other councillors at a meeting last week. “Certainly, no one expressed any discomfort with his Andrew Barker appointment other than councillor Arbuckle,” he says. “The word from the other councillors is that Richard is a man of the highest integrity and is very experienced and does a lot of investigations and local government work. “He has done work with council, but it wasn’t seen that it would influence his work on this inquiry.”

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Big numbers expected for rescue ride By Damian George The Marlborough Ulysses Club is hoping more than 300 motorbikes and scooters will turn out for this year’s rescue ride on Sunday. The funds raised from the annual event are given to one of the rescue services in Marlborough, with the beneficiary this year the Westpac Rescue Helicopter team. Marlborough Ulysses Club publicity officer Jane Laing says a large number of Nelson riders traditionally come to Blenheim for the event, as well as riders from West Coast and Christchurch. “But we would also like anyone in the Renwick region that has a road legal motorbike or scooter to come

in and join us as well and make a donaiton to the cause.” Jane says the bikes will slow down at Renwick to allow the bikers to join the group. She encourages people to go to Witherlea Racecourse, where the ride will, just before midday to have a look at the impressive collection of bikes. “It’s a great display of bikes becaue we get such a variety of them,” she says. “And there will also be a custom bike display which will be well worth coming down for.” People can make donations by purchasing badges from either Witherlea Racecourse or at Havelock Domain, where the ride starts at 11.30am.

No petrol or road costs for this winner Continued from Page 1. Sixty-oneyear-old Blenheim woman Maureen Hamilton does not have to worry about soaring petrol prices for the next 12 months after winning Blenheim Toyota’s “Win a Car for a Year” promotion. The promotion was run locally and saw hundreds of entries in the draw to win a brand new Yaris Special Edition and free operating expenses for a whole year. Blenheim Toyota Sales Manager said for a first time promotion, he was pleased with its overall success. “It was great to be able to give away a car to someone like Maureen, she

was an ideal winner. We would like to thank everyone else who entered and for making it a great success,” he says. Although she had seen the newspaper advertising for the promotion Maureen says she didn’t realise she had made the draw after putting her 2009 Corolla into Blenheim Toyota’s paint shop for work. Last Thursday the draw was made on Radio ZM who phoned Maureen to give her the good news. “Being a one-eyed Toyota fan I was absolutely thrilled to win,” she says. And what does Maureen think of her new Toyota; “Really eye catching and very sporty with those wheels and front spoiler,” she says with a smile.

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Student Cambridge bound By Damian George Cambridge International Scholarship winner Jo Cheer says scientists are “a long way off” finding the most effective cancer-preventing drugs, but wants to be a part of helping them get there. The former Marlborough Girls’ College student will be spending three years carrying out cancer drug research at Cambridge University, in England, when she begins her PhD in Biochemistry in October. “I’m very excited. I just reckon it will be awesome,” she says. “It’s a fantastic university and I’ve got a really good supervisor, and project to work on.” Jo has spent the last four years studying biochemistry at Victoria University in Wellington, graduating with honours in March with a bachelor of bio-medical sciences. She already has some experience in the field of research, having spent three months exploring anti-influenza drugs at the Australian National University in Canberra last summer. Although there have been significant advancements in cancer research in recent times, she is under no illusions about how far scientists have to go. “They’re a long way off. I don’t hope to cure it [cancer] but I hope to help towards developing better drugs.” As part of the scholarship, her study fees and living costs for her three years abroad have been paid for. She plans to complete her post-doctoral studies in the same field

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to organise flights for international photographers to go up and photograph the different planes. “This is great promotion for the show and for NZ so it will be my priority to ensure they all walk away with a smile on their faces,” he says. Gavin’s photographs are sold through his website Classic Aircraft Photography and have featured on around 40 magazine covers, an incredible feat for this local man.

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Hospital land sale response Dear Ed, In response to Laurie Ham’s ‘Hospital Land Sale’: All due respect to your opinion, Mr Laurie Ham, but it is YOUR property that the board intends to sell and, if successful, when more land is needed, in part it will be YOUR taxpayer health money that will go to pay an ever ongoing lease, just the same as is taking place in Picton. Ken Lawrence Secretary, Marlborough Concerned Citizens Inc.

Measuring Council achievements Dear Ed, I thank the mayor for his response, and kind offer of a copy of the “Marlborough Growth and Development Strategy for Blenheim”. Sadly, a six hour round trip on bad roads to attend Council meetings, and the risk of it being pre-emptively closed to the public dissuades my attendance. Anyway, beyond observational critique, I have no interest in the future of Blenheim. I simply believe Blenheim citizens deserve better than long periods of inertia, relieved only by spurts of misguided projects, which blight the

district financially and visually for generations. The town planning of this community has evidently exceeded the skills-set of Councils to date. Like finger-painting tots in a kindy attempting the design of a Mars Lander. Unlike Dunedin, Blenheim has enjoyed a flexible and inexpensive opportunity to establish a progressive and appealing environment. Nothing of significance is apparent to date. We are after all, measured by achievement, not assurances. The mayor states “The Strategy”

has been compiled with “Widespread public consultation”, yet laments the “hail” of criticism when attempting implementation. Somewhat at odds I think. Thankfully, this “Marlborough Growth and Development Strategy for Blenheim” seems the perfect mechanism to stifle annoying criticism and render public debate redundant. Paradoxically, the weight of that title could be sufficient to snap the long thin branch of parochial hubris where MDC has had its nest for so long. Mr. G H Jeffries.

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Well done Cr Arbuckle, in convincing the council they can’t use a compromised commissioner to investigate corruption allegations. However CEO Besley still intends choosing the commissioner who is to investigate. The council can’t hold an inquiry into corruption allegations using a commissioner it has chosen for itself. Furthermore, it appears that

CEO Besley has set himself up to be the recipient of this report, yet it is the CEO’s council that is under investigation. Surely this is the equivalent of the Council investigating itself. The choice of commissioner and release of their report must be independent. Ratepayers require a truly transparent investigation, which can only be achieved by a judge appointed by the Department

of Justice or Minister of Local Government. Furthermore, don’t forget these are not Cr Arbuckle’s personal allegations. His statement indicated he was reflecting the concerns of ratepayers. Surely this is the role of every elected councillor? The message may not be liked by some but should we be shooting the messenger? John Kershaw.

The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Easter Savings! instore now

Loose Braeburn Apples Arnott’s Marie/Milk Arrowroot/Milk Coﬀee/Nice/Ginger Nut/Scotch Finger/ Shortbread/Malt-O-Milk 250g Limit 4 Assorted

Save from $1.16

$ 49

Fresh Tegel NZ Lean & Lite Chicken Tenderloins/Schnitzel/ Mince

each

Golden Circle Fruit Drink/ Pineapple Juice 1L (Excludes Nectar/Premium) Limit 4 Assorted

Save from $1.30

99 kg

each

Fresh Tegel NZ Whole Chicken Legs

Fresh Prime Beef Mince

5 99

Loose Carrots

8 99

$ 29

Irvines Super Snack Meal Range 250g

Chilean Red/Green Seedless Grapes

John West Pink Salmon Range 210g

4 79 kg

Coke/Sprite/ Fanta/Lift/L&P Range

Big 2.25L Size

(Includes Diets)

Save from $1.42

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$ 99

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Speight’s Gold Medal Ale Bottles 330ml

Save from $12.98

99 pack

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24 Pack

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Huggies Nappies Range

2 49 each

(Excludes Big Packs)

16-30 Pack

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Save on fuel Petrol discount vouchers available instore.

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Conditions apply. At participating stores.

pack

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Local, convenient & friendly Store Locations: Renwick - 7.30am - 7.00pm, 7 days. Seddon - Monday-Friday 6.30am - 7.30pm - Saturday-Sunday 7am - 7.30pm

Specials available from Wednesday, 13th April until Sunday, 17th April 2011 or while stocks last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. All limits speciﬁed apply per customer per day. Trade not supplied. Prepared meals are serving suggestions only. Props not included. Product range may vary from store to store. Proprietary brands not for resale. Customer Support Freephone 0800 40 40 40.

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The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Keep it Local Cantwell Joinery & Window Centre

Here at The Sun we pride ourselves on supporting our local community. That’s why we’re running our ‘Keep it Local’ campaign once a month promoting locally owned businesses. The last year has been a challenging time for most businesses. There has never been a more important time to shop locally, putting your money back into your community. So support your local businesses and ‘Keep it Local’

Elite Tyre and Alignment A1 Drycleaning

Quality and workmanship are not the only things that Cantwell Joinery & Window Centre of Blenheim prides itself in. There is also the satisfaction of knowing that your business is locally owned and operated and has the backing of the community,” says owner Ian Cantwell. “I believe when local businesses employ local staff and support one another, the spend stays in the area and in turn allows businesses to grow and provide employment for future generations.” Ian first joined Cantwell Joinery & Window Centre as an apprentice 45-years ago before purchasing it 13-years later. The business has continued to grow and today employs a total of nine staff and now incorporates New Zealand’s first Mityboy brand CNC machine. In addition Cantwell Joinery & Window Centre is Mastercraft’s Marlborough branch owner. For local and expert industry knowledge, Cantwell Joinery & Window Centre specialises in the manufacture of quality custom made joinery, kitchens, stairs, pre-hung doors, aluminium windows and doors plus much more.

One of Blenheim’s newest business additions, Elite Tyre and Alignment has become the first-stop for many locals wanting the best in quality and service. The father and son team, Dave and Brendan Gill, are proud to be local and reflect that through their business. “We are a totally independent tyre business with no franchise fees and restrictions. This allows us to source any brand and any quantity of tyres, while passing on the savings to our customers,” Brendan says. With nearly 50-years combined industry experience, Dave and Brendan opened Elite Tyre and Alignment on Grove Road in Blenheim last September. Dave is well known within the community from his 17-year stint as manager of Blenheim’s Beaurepaires, while Brendan last year returned from his corporate position at the head of Goodyear and Dunlop Tyres in Wellington. The business has since continued to grow offering a range of services to the local community. These include the sale and repair of tyres and tubes, computerized wheel alignments on all cars, 4-wheel drives and vans as well as stocking a range of Exide Batteries and other auto accessories. Elite Tyre and Alignment also specialises in the sale of alloy wheels, vintage and military wheels plus much more. For more information call in and talk to Dave and Brendon.

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For personalised, award-winning kitchens with a ten year guarantee see Mastercraft today. Mastercraft Marlborough 15 Bristol Street Riverlands, Blenheim Ph: 0800 891 892

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Quality Custom Made Joinery Quality Custom Made Kitchens, Stairs, Pre-Hung Doors & MORE Call us today to book your free measure and quote or visit our showroom for great advice and ideas on your home.

Aluminium Cooling Components • Radiators • Oil coolers • Heat exchangers • Inter coolers

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SAME DAY SERVICE GARMENT REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS FREE PICK-UP & DELIVERY FREE DRAPE REMOVAL & RE-HANGING OPEN 6 DAYS SELF SERVICE LAUNDROMAT LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

Phone 579 2550 152 High Street, Blenheim A1drycleaners@msn.com www.a1drycleaning.co.nz

SERVICING: BLENHEIM, PICTON & KAIKOURA AGENTS: NEWMAN GRAPHICS RENWICK, SEA PORT NEWS PICTON, ON THE SPOT EXPRESS KAIKOURA.

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CANTWELL JOINERY AND WINDOW CENTRE LTD

Riverlands Industrial Estate, 15 Bristol Street, Riverlands, Blenheim

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CANTWELL JOINERY AND WINDOW CENTRE LTD Phone 03 578 3375 • Fax 03 578 0097 email: cantwell_joinery@xtra.co.nz

“In a very discriminating market A1 Drycleaners are widely accepted as Blenheim’s finest. We don’t just promise drycleaning perfection, we deliver it;” say Mike and Lianne Budny of A1 Drycleaning & Laundry. With extensive industry experience in drycleaning and pressing, the husband and wife team are proud to be 100 percent locally owned and operated. “We are proud of the fact that we have a reputation built upon quality and excellence in customer service.” When it comes to delicate garments, the staff has over 35-years experience and specialise in the care of clothing by using only the most gentle, textile friendly methods and procedures. Mike and Lianne also offer a table linen hire service and are suppliers of all sports apparel in a range of professional brands. For local, friendly and professional service call in and see the team - Mike, Lianne, Karen and Chris. “We are proud to be local and proud to be sponsors of the Tasman Makos, Tasman Netball, Central Rugby, Central Soccor, Musseleers Old Boys Rugby, Hospice Marlborough and RSPCA.” A1 Drycleaners & Laundry are certified with membership in both the Textiles Industry Training Organisation and the Textile Care Federation.

Riverlands Industrial Estate, 15 Bristol Street, Riverlands, Blenheim

44 Main St, Blenheim • Ph 578 8176 anytime

Phone 03 578 3375 • Fax 03 578 0097 email: cantwell_joinery@xtra.co.nz

The beST TYRe bRAnDS AT gReAT PRiceS

41b gRove RoAD, blenheim

Phone: 578 5859

www.elitetyres.co.nz

opening hours: Monday - Friday 8aM - 5.30pM •

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EVERY DAY SPECIALS All food made fresh onsite

Hot Food All Day Every Day 6am -11pm 7days

We’ve got it when you want it! 60 Main Street Blenheim • Phone 577 2299

The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

WINE & BEER

White Cliff 750ml

Huge Savings! Sanitarium Ricies/Cornflakes 275/300g Limit 4 Assorted

Meadow Fresh Original/Live Lite Yoghurt/ Thomas & Dora Dairy Food Range 125g

(Excludes Thick & Creamy/Pre-Bio) Limit 4 Assorted

each

6 Pack

99c

$1.35 Fresh Rump Steak

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$2.43 Loose White/Brown Button Mushrooms

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$ 99

Fresh Tegel NZ Skin-on Chicken Breast Fillets

$8.42

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$ 89

each

Fresh Cut Broccoli

New Season Loose Jazz Apples

1799

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$ 89 SAVE FROM

each

$2.04

Fresh Choice Picton, Mariners Mall, Picton. Phone (03) 573-6463 Open 7 days, 7am - 9pm

$ 49

Meadowlea Spread Range 500g

North’s Bread Range 600g

head

Fab 2X Ultra Concentrate Laundry Powder Range 500g

99c (Excludes Logicol) Limit 4 Assorted

$ 59 SAVE FROM

each

84¢

Prices apply from Wednesday 13th April to Sunday 17th April 2011, or while stocks last. Trade not supplied. We reserve the right to limit quantities. All limits specified apply per customer per day. All prepared meals are serving suggestions only. Props not included. Product range may vary from store to store. Proprietary brands not for resale. Customer Support Freephone 0800 40 40 40.

$ 99 SAVE FROM

each

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Steinlager Pure Bottles 330ml

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The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Marlborough Cuisine Your local guide to eating out

G R E A T C o F F E E, T E A & H o T C H o C o L A T E

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Lovely views, relaxed atmosphere, warm hospitality, delicious and fresh seasonal menu

SMooTHIES FRAPPES CoFFEES CAKES BAGELS ToASTIES ANd MoRE

• Morning Tea Catering • Great Pizza (takeaway or dine in) • Macs on Tap • Coffee & Muffin $5

oPE N E A STE R SATU R dAy QUEENS MARKET MALL, BLENHEIM PH 03 579 4909

*Conditions apply

KENTUCKY EAT AWAYS

Don’t drive past us! • 9 Comfortable & affordable Motels • Cold beer on tap • Bottle store • TAB & pokie machines • Heaps of easy parking 80 HIGH STREET, RENWICK • PHONE 572 8007 E: woodbournetavern@xtra.co.nz Open 7 days Lunch & Dinner

52 High Street, Picton

Cooking daily:

peR dozen

Bluff oysters, Blue Cod, Snapper, groper, Rig and gurnard (subject to availability)

Ph: 573 6818

new auTumn menu Lunch on the Run:

ExtEnsivE nEw mEnu • Finest thai Cuisine • tasty thai salads, curries, wok dishes • seafood dishes, noodle dishes • Fully licensed & BYO • takeaway available

$26

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• Homemade Soup • ToaSTed SandwicHeS • GourmeT pieS • ToaSTed panini • deliciouS SandwicHeS

www.poppythai.co.nz

31 Scott Street, Blenheim • Phone/Fax: 579 4496

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Fan’s Chinese Restaurant Traditional Chinese Food

Opening Hours Sunday 11.30 - 15.00 Monday 11.30 - 14.30 Tuesday 11.30 - 20.30 Wednesday 11.30 - 20.30 Thursday 11.30 - 20.30 Friday 11.30 - 23.00 Saturday 11.30 - 21.00 Midnight - 0330 Chinese Buffet from lunch onwards, Real Old Skool Burgers

Free delivery for orders over $50.00

Ph 03 579 5386

• Open Friday for lunch and dinner • Lunch 11:30am until 2pm • Dinner from 5pm until 9pm Sunday to Thursday • Friday and Saturday 5pm until midnight

14-22 Alfred St • Phone 03 579 3283 Fax 03 579 3285

The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

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Excitement heightens as jubilee approaches Renwick School is this year celebrating a very proud and historic moment, the school’s 150th Jubilee. The Jubilee will commence on Friday, October 28 with celebrations running through to Sunday, October 30. The school was founded in 1861 by Rev. Thomas Nicholson, who was also the first minister to the Wairau arrived in Renwick around 1857. The school’s growth in this time has been considerable. In 1861 student numbers began with 16 and today the number sits at 447.

Renwick resident and Jubilee Committee member Graham Brooks is currently updating the Renwick School 125th Jubilee book, published in 1986 to be re-released at the 150th Jubilee. The committee is currently applying for funding to help with its publication. The book will include a chronology of main events, a look at the change in buildings, memories of past staff and pupils, changes in curriculum, governance and teaching styles plus much more.

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This Labour Weekend Renwick School and Community Friends will hold the annual Festival of Wheels in the building and on the grounds which will be

the Tango Aires Dance Club which teaches Argentinean Tango every Friday night. The Renwick Community Hub operates from the Centre with regular fitness activities for all age groups including Tai Chi and Zumba on Thursday evenings (with instructors), and Zumba on a Tuesday morning (preschoolers welcome). Charges are reasonable – the building is community owned and can be used by anybody! Pop on down and have a look, or make enquiries to info@renwicksportscentre. co.nz or phone the centre manager on (03) 572 9688.

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Wednesday April 13, 2011

Protection orders violated Tuesday, April 5

Thursday, April 7

At 11.30am, a 38-year-old unemployed man was arrested for contravening a protection order and possession of cannabis after he allegedly threatened the protected person. He was held in custody and was due to appear in court last Wednesday. At 5.15pm, a 62-year-old male manager was arrested on a warrant for his arrest after failing to appear in court. At 7.55pm, a 49-year-old self employed man was arrested for contravening a protection order after he allegedly psychologically abused the protected person. He was held in custody and was due to appear in court last Wednesday.

At 8.30pm, a 19-year-old unemployed man was arrested for breaching his bail conditions. At 11.55pm, a 48-year-old male sickness beneficiary was arrested for siphoning diesel fuel from parked cars at Lansdowne Park. A police dog unit tracked the offender to the property where the fuel was stored. The man was held in custody and was due to appear in court on Friday.

Wednesday, April 6 At 12am, a 55-year-old male winemaker was arrested after allegedly returning to his former workplace and threatening staff. He was also processed for drink driving and faces a charge of refusing an officers request for a blood sample. The man was bailed and was due to appear in court on Monday. At 12.20am, a 31-year-old male chef was stopped by police and subsequently tested positive for drink driving. At 2pm, a 37-year-old male forklift driver was arrested on a warrant for his arrest after failing to appear in court. At 4pm, a 21-year-old female beneficiary was arrested for breaching her community work commitments. At 6.30pm, a 16-year-old unemployed woman was arrested for assault and breaching her bail conditions. At 9.10pm, a 49-year-old unemployed man was also arrested for breaching his bail conditions.

Friday, April 8 At 9.40am, a 23-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for breaching his bail curfew. At 9.25pm, an 18-year-old male trade assistant was arrested for possession of cannabis. At 11.55pm, a 23-year-old unemployed man was arrested for disorderly behaviour.

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Sunday, April 10 At 12.55am, a 24-year-old unemployed man was arrested for assaulting a doorman at a licensed premises in Blenheim. At 1.55am, a 24-year-old male tourist and a 22-year-old male labourer were arrested for fighting in a public place on Kinross Street, Blenheim At 4.15pm, a 37-year-old male roofer was arrested for breaching his bailing conditions. At 9.50pm, a 39-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for stealing a man’s backpack. The incident has been referred to the Blenheim Criminal Investigation Branch [CIB], who are continuing with the investigation. The has been held in custody and was due to appear in Blenheim District Court on Monday.

Viv retires Hunter’s Garden Marlborough President Viv Peters has stepped down and retired from the Hunter’s Garden Marlborough committee. Viv joined the committee in 2005 and moved into the president’s role over two-years ago. Viv will be replaced by incoming president Frank Metcalfe who has praised her commitment to the committee.

Sports festival Endeavour Park Pavillion Society is holding a sports festival fun day at Endeavour Park and Queen Charlotte College Grounds from 11am to 3pm this Sunday. All are welcome to come along and view what activities are available in the community.

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HAM: James and Jean are proud to announce the safe arrival of their first baby boy, Felix James (9lb 3oz) on April 7 2011 at 4:37am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Cathy, theatre staff and all the staff at Ward One. Both well.

MAHER: Brendon, Jacqui and big sister Helena are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their second baby girl, Lucia Ella (7lb 2oz) on April 4th 2011, at 5pm, at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to my fantastic midwives Gwen, Emily, Sue and Tai. And all the love and support of our parents.

Douthett- Bamford : Adrian and Mary Ann are delighted to announce the arrival of their 3rd baby girl: Esme Annabelle (8lb 8oz) on March 16th at 6.29am. A sister for Jessica and Elizabeth. Thanks to Marion and her shiatsu, theatre staff and ward 1. All doing well. Photo provided.

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SCOTT: Sarah and Ricky are proud to announce the safe arrival of their third baby, Zoe Pearl (6lb 14oz) on April 10 2011 at 11:46am at Wairau Hospital. A sister for Caleb and Summer. Special thanks to Shona and Tracey and all the staff at Ward One. Mum and baby well.

BROWNE/SCHULZ: Malcolm and Dianna are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their baby boy, Alex Douglas Browne (9lb 2 oz) on March 31, 2011, at 2.12am at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Crystal. Grandchild number 13, sadly missed by Granddad Doug. Special thanks to midwife Ruth Johnson and Joyce. Photo provided.

PLEASE NOTE Wairau Hospital Maternity Ward visiting hours are: DAILY at 10am - 12pm and 4pm - 7pm

CAMPBELL: Nadia & Dan would like to welcome their beautiful son Max Edward. Born on 9th April 2011 at 4.20pm, weighing 6lb 10oz. A little brother for Amelia. Special thanks to Gerry Lawson and all the fabulous ward one staff. Photo provided

HERBERT/BURGIN - Bryan and Anna are very pleased to announce the late but safe arrival of their daughter Connie Rae Herbert (9lb 9oz) on April 6th at 9.10pm. With huge thanks to midwives Shona and Nicki and the theatre staff and brilliant maternity ward staff at Wairau hospital. Photo provided.

CAMPBELL: Simone is proud to welcome Lewka Chase Anthony (8lb 13oz) on April 6 2011 at 7:40pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Mum, Lisa, Coral, Jaegan, Jake and all of my family. Also thanks to all the staff at Wairau Hospital.

LIDDICOAT: Matt and Zena are proud to announce the safe arrival of their fourth baby, Noah Alex (7lb 11oz) on April 10 2011, at 3:34pm at Wairau Hospital. A brother for proud siblings Olivia, Cody and Sophia. Special thanks to Marian and Tash and all the staff at Ward One. Both well.

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LE COMPTE / NELSON : Laurie and Matt are pleased to announce the arrival of their first baby girl, Zoe Jean Nelson (7lb 7oz) on March 4, 2011.

GREY: Thomas and Kellie are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their baby boy, Matai Mark William (8lb 4oz) on March 2, 2011 at 9:09am at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Charlie.

DONALD: Mel and Stu are delighted to announce the birth of their second son, Logan Matthew (7lb 7oz) on March 5, 2011 at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Finn.

KIRBY: Glenn, Hetty (nee Murdoch) and big brother Dylan are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Blake William (3.68kg) on March 5, at 4.35pm.

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HALE: Lexi Jayne (9lb 6oz) arrived at 7:03pm on March 10, 2011 at Wairau Hospital.A sister for Riley and Billy.

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ROJAS - BEQUE : Carlos and Ali are pleased to announce the early and safe arrival of their first little baby girl, Olivia Isidora (2.5kg and 45cm long). Born on March 12th 2011. At 5.04am at Wairau Hospital.

PRICE : Innes and Rachael are proud to announce the arrival of their second baby girl, Sophie Joan (6lb 14oz) on March 23, 2011 at 3:35pm at Wairau Hospital. A sister for Bella and Jordan.

Wraight-Stubbs: Graham and Fiona are delighted to announce the arrival of Mavis Marie Alison Wraight (8lb 5oz) on March 4, 2010 at home.

HAYMES: Travis and Ange are very pleased to announce the arrival of Holly Amber Haymes, 8lb 10oz. Born March 7, 2011.

INDER: Stana and Mike are proud to announce the arrival of their third daughter Juno Lili Isabel (7lb 14oz) on March 9, 2011 at Wairau Hospital. A little sister for Mila and Gabriella.

SINGH / prubhjit: Kaur and Rajinder are so very happy to announce that Veerjit Singh was born on 21 March 2010 at 9.02pm. Weighing 3.17kg.

Cody: Joshua and Michelle are proud to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful girls - Lily Ellin Joy (6lb 6oz) and Indie Esmae Ann (5lb 14oz) on 14th March at Wairau Hospital. Two sisters for an excited big brother Oliver.

BOTHAM-WADSWORTH: Nigel and Gina are excited to announce the safe arrival of their second baby boy Charlie John Botham (6lb 15oz) on March 15th 2011. At Wairau Hospital. A baby brother for a very excited Archie!

CLARKE: Matthew and Rachel and sister Jaylee want to welcome their new baby boy, Brayden William. 7lb 7oz. Born 8 March, 2011. Thanks to all who were involved.

HOLDAWAY/GREER: Nick (roundy) and Ashlee are pleased to announce the safe but early arrival of their first baby boy, Cooper Gary John (8lb 11oz) on March 12 2011 at 1.12am at Wairau Hospital.

HEYWOOD: Cyril and Shanee’ are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Jay Ross. Born 23rd March, 6lb 1oz at 7.30pm. Proud Grandson of Kim, Bernie and Ross.

G R E Y: K im an d Alister are pleased to announce the birth of baby Dylan (7lb 9oz). Arrived a little early on Saturday 19th March. Little brother for Chloe.

COUPER : Richard and Kallie would like to announce the arrival of a gorgeous baby girl, Ahlia Jade Couper, Born 25th March 2011 at 4.28am, 7lb1oz, Specail thanks to Gwen Costello and Sue Young and all the maternity staff.

HOGGARD: Matt and Jodie (nee Devton) are grateful to have a wonderful son, at Wairau Hospital on 13th March 2011. 7lb 11oz.

PROSSER: Kalliope and Cory are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their baby girl (7lb) at 12:44pm on March 10, 2011 at Wairau Hospital. A sister for Daejahn.

NOTT: Chris and Sarah are happy to announce the safe arrival of their fourth child. Oscar, Iris and Albert’s new brother was born on March 14 weighing in at 8lb 10oz.

PLEASE NOTE Wairau Hospital Maternity Ward visiting hours are: DAILY at 10am - 12pm and 4pm - 7pm SA XON : Jack and Kirsty are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their first baby, Ruby Gwenyth Aislin Saxon (8lb 12oz) on March 17th 2011. 1.59am at Wairau Hospital.

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out & about

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Renwick Arms Country Club Pumpkin Growing Competition

Shave for a Cure Local couple Scott Palatchie and Leanne Budny raised over $2000 with their ‘Shave For a Cure’ event on Saturday. See page 24 for our story.  Chris Budny pictured before and after his Shave off, receives a kiss from Leanne.

 Amy Hampton’s pumpkin was a real eye catcher.  Debbie Pauling gets in amongst the pumpkin best dressed entries.

 Holly Gleeson shaves Grant Robertson from Morgans Rd Nursery who was the major sponsor for the Shave Off at A1 Drycleaners on Saturday.

 Marg Ferguson blended in well with the other pumpkins.

 ‘Tui Boy’ - Ian Harrington’s pumpkin creation.

Marlborough Children’s Athletics 2010/11 Prize-giving Winners

 L to R: Jade Otway, Jack Holdaway, Mya Wiapo, Finn Southey, Katie Bruce

 L to R: Lucy Sheat, Harrison Pine, Sarah Maclean, Louis Butson

 L to R: Oliver Lawson, Torban Otway, Kyla Otway, James Southey

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $8.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Blenheim Healing Rooms

open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am 1pm. Stonewood Homes Office, 68 High Street. Free confidential healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704.

Hospice Shop

Redwoodtown requires donations of quality preowned goods. Fine china, designer clothing, Jewellery, furniture, paintings, wool, drapes, Bric Brac, Treasure and Bling.

Housie

Thursdays 7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street. 40 houses, 2 super houses, 2 silent lines & raffles. Bring a friend, have a good night out. Proceeds to Special Needs Children of Marlborough

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.

Peoples Market

Alabama Road Sunday 9am. We invite car boot sellers, crafts, bric-a-brac, garage sale stuff. childrens stalls and food stalls. All welcome. Sites $5.00.

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.

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.

Wednesday April 13, 2011

community services Marlborough After hours GP Services: at Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. (excluding R e d wo o d tow n D o c to r s patients see below) Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. Redwoodtown Doc tors: 9am-noon Saturday morning. Re dwoodtown D oc tors' p atient s re quiring A / H consultations please phone 5780470. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271. Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5775549, O f f ice hrs Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am-3pm. Lifeline Marlborough: 5778668, 24hr helpline. Marlb Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital (5209999) and ask for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood Street. Every Tuesday at 7.30pm. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Ross 578 5896. Alzheimers Society Marlb: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue,

death notices

Thrus 9.30-3pm. Hospital Visiting Hours Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlb 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. Nonurgent 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. Seddon Health Clinic M o n d ay 10 a m -1p m; Wednesday 3pm-7pm; Friday 10am-1pm. After hours: Marlborough GP Services: Reception: 520 6377. Office: 520 9980. For an appointment phone 578 1665 or Seddon Plunket Rms 575 7194 during clinic hours.

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HARRIS, Clement John (Clem): Reg. No. 516493 WW2. On Monday April 11, 2011, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Nita, much loved father and father-in-law of Shirley and Ron Hebberd, Daphne and Geoff Corbett, Beryl and Des Boyce, and Ron and Helen. Loved Grandpop of Judith, Susan and Keiron; Joanne and Michael; Sonia and Zane; Tracey, Greg, Angela and Philippa, and Great Grandpop of Daniel and Kathleen (‘Beanie’ - deceased), Matthew and Laura, and Christopher; Hope (deceased), Hannah, Shannon, and Rory, Angus, Megan and Lisa; Ashley and Lauren, Max and Sophie; Ella and Zoe, Alice and George. A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. Messages c/- 5 Fell Street, Seddon 7210. A funeral service for Clem will be held at the Mayfield Chapel corner Hutcheson and Parker Streets Blenheim at 3.30pm Friday April 15, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BROWN, Joan Mabel: On April 11, 2011, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, Blenheim. In her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ivan, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Colin and the late Helen Ralph (Auckland), and loved Gran of Vicki and David. Messages to the Brown family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service for Joan will be held in the Mayfield Chapel corner Hutcheson and Parker Streets Blenheim at 1.00pm on Thursday April 14, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

FROST, Gerry: On April 10, 2011, peacefully at Wairau Hospital. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Rex, loved mother and mother-in-law of Claire and Karl Hobbs, Darlene and Don Boulter, Bill and Anna, John, and the late Craig. Loving Grandma of her nine grandchildren. Messages to 14D Burden Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimers Society Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201. A service for Gerry will be held in the Mayfield Chapel corner Hutcheson & Parker Streets Blenheim at 1.30pm Friday April 15, followed by private interment. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

JACQUES, Arthur Edward: On Tuesday April 5, 2011, peacefully, at Wairau Hospital Blenheim. Aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Rita and the late Connie (Morris), much loved father and father-in-law of Dawn and Neil Simmons, Murray and Maylene, Gwenda and Dallas Nicholls, Maureen and Ken Amey (Foxton), Susan and Rob Wilson (Brisbane), Karen and Lyndas Jamieson (Woodend), stepfather of Jackie Phillips, Dianne and Stuart Kennedy, Margaret Kama (all of Invercargill), and Robert and Freer Morris. A loved and treasured grandad and great grandad of all his grandchildren. Messages to 11 South Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

KILPATRICK, Robert Peter (Rob): Unexpectedly, on Monday April 4, 2011, at his home in Renwick. Aged 71 years. Loved Dad of Peter, Paul, and Dean, loved Poppa of Demeka; loved friend of Donna and Martin. Messages to 184A Geraldine Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers, donations to the SPCA would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 115, Renwick.

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

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For April 6,2004 2011 For ForApril April July7, 7, 9, 2004 2003 For For July 9, 2003

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

The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

situation wanted

for sale

rent to buy

wanted to rent

public notice

to let

QUALIFIED CARPENTER available now. Reasonable rates No jobs to small Eddie 021 107 9284 or 577 8911

FI R E WO O D. Old man pine. 2cu. $ 90 delivered. Phone 021 025 44777 PERSIAN Cats + kitten sadly looking for new homes due to ill health of owner. From $25 good homes more essential. Phone 027 779 1520

Rent to Buy

GRANNY FLAT wanted in quiet area. 1-2 bedroom. $185-200pw. Phone 5705707 or 021 024 88047

BIT Hot? Then come to Night 'N' Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim for a Slushie and Energy Shake

2L Milk, 2 for $6.50. Night ' N Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim.

Dondons Accounting

View Sun 12-12.30

animals

Or call Heather

FREE to good home. Full breed female boxer. 11 months old. Excellent dog, well trained. Unfortunately owner’s haven’t got time to give her. Ph 021 131 3162

F E E L I N G t h ir s t y ? Cream freeze delux shakes, Brain Freeze and Sundaes. Night ' N Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim.

FUN Song Workshop. Suitable for all levels - Beginners up. $150 (Tiered costs available) May 6 - 8th. Phone 577 8486

Mobile Service Need someone to do your bookkeeping or just need someone to show you how to do them. Experience in MYOB, Cashmanger also GST, PAYE. Ph Donna 03 578-7403 or 027-2204481

3 BEDROOM home to rent in Springlands. Just been painted inside and new carpet. Garage with carport. Nice section and very sunny. Would suit family. Bond required. $330 per week. PH 021 360 008.

holiday accomodation

03 545 0591 or 021 124 6363

WINE barrels for sale. Good condition suitable for wine storage. Phone 577 9160

WHITE CHIP & WHITE ROCKS

TE RAWA RESORT Wilson Bay Pelorus Sound. Restaurant & B a r. R i g h t a t the waters edge, ac c o m m o d at i o n, S h o p, O n & O f f Licence, petrol on wharf, LPG & moorings. Private functions & small conferences. Ph 03 579 8285 www.terawa.co.nz

6 Anglesea Street Renwick 4 bed,fully renovated

Ideal for pebble gardens, paths, driveways. Phone Thomson 575 6885

painter

John R. Mills

public notice Big-Fun Entertainment. Pom Pom the magic clown etc. Ph 577 7393 GOLD Max Bread 2 for $4. Only at Night ' N Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim. WATERPROOFING Silicones, buy direct from manufacturer and save. Treatment of Oamaru stone, bricks and concrete etc. Free phone 0508 88 5656

Qualified Painter & Decorator

health & beauty ADRIENNE'S Beauty Den. For all your beauty treatment. 85 Lakings Road. Ph 578 8862 EAR HEALTH Removal of Ear Wax using microscope & suction. Ph for an appointment 5788310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St. MOLE checks - for a thorough skin check using dermoscopy. Call the Skin Clinic 578 1665.

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• All painting • Wallpapering • Specialist spray equipment • Water blasting • Equipment hire • Gib stopping

Phone 021 469 873 or 574 2466

Well-Being

Access Bars Facilitator & Body Worker Reiki Teacher Massage Therapies Oneness Blessing Giver Trilby Johnson Mobile: 021 056 4300

Email:trilby@beyuwellbeing.com www.beyuwellbeing.com

for hire

Infinity Tour and Charter BUS 50 seater for Hire. Charters, Tours, ideal for clubs and teams 021 474 588 decorator

Merv Scott Decorating

For all your painting & decorating needs • Wallpapering • Waterblasting • Painting and much more

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

GOLD Max Bread 2 for $4. Only at Night ' N Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim.

WEBSITE - is yours really websmart? Get your free website evaluation now. Simply call 03 544 9591 or email ask@combo.co.nz

4 BE D ROO M plus for rent. Furnished or unfurnished. Witherlea. Large Section. Shane 021 474 588

HELOVA Coffee and Iced Coffee on the go, at 60 Main Street, Night 'N' Day Blenheim H O T C h i c ke n a n d Chips, Fish and Chips. From 11am till 9pm. Night ' N Day. 60 Main Street Blenheim.

Large Grade Specimen Trees Great Autumn Colours Now is a good time to plant. Come and see these trees at 247 Vickerman St

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• 25 km Top Beat $40 • 15 km Middle Beat $40 • 10 km Gully Beat $30 �� • 10 km Paddock Beat $5 • Family $50 (2 adults, 2 children) ��

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• John Ryan

ENTRIES �� (027 5777 545) �� CLOSE • Lindsay Fraser APRIL 30 (027 4305 355) �� LATE ENTRIES + $10

Member of Master Painters Association

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• Neale Lawson (027 208 9172) • Alan Miller (03) 578 8368

Trades and Services AUTOMOTIVE

BUILDER

BAC

Over 70% of our work comes from recommendation by SATISFIED CUSTOMERS

Blenheim Auto Centre

3learners licence 3restricted licence 3Full licence

* Alterations and additions * Renovations * New homes * Commercial projects

•Prompt friendly service and support •New & Used computer sales •Computer component sales •Computer upgrades •Internet / Email connections and help •Infusion small business software •Farming & vineyard software •HP & leasing options

ROYCE HARTLAND 0275 678 854 A/H 572 5422

Sam Rutherford Ph:572 9287, 027 572 9285 Email sam@rutherfordcomp.co.nz

JOINERY

KITCHENS

ONLY

22 Herbert Street, Mayﬁeld, Blenheim (BESIDE VEHICLE TESTING STATION)

Ph: 03 579 5748 Cell: 021 0270 2312 Email: rcn1971@yahoo.com

GENERATORS

Honda EU20i Generator

Make us your first call for:

Aluminium Windows and doors

2575

For personalised, award-winning kitchens with a ten year guarantee see Mastercraft today Mastercraft Marlborough

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Williams Service Centre

578 1021

regent school oF Motoring All Ages covered!

THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL: Second Hand Tyres

Starting price plus fitting and balancing (All prices plus GST)

DRIVING

Yes, we do house calls

The Japanese Car Specialist

$25!

COMPUTER

Ph: 578 3375

Cnr Bristol & Manchester Sts Riverlands Industrial Estate

15 Bristol Street, Riverlands, Blenheim, Ph 578 3375 marlborough@mastercraft.co.nz

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GARAGE DOORS

GATES

For all your electrical needs

GARAGE DOOR SYSTEMS

Classic Gates

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Pay for 3 lessons get the 4th Free!

• Commercial Doors

valid until 30/04/2011

Michael McCann 30 Page Street Blenheim 03 578 0213 or 021 786 871

• Gate Systems

Call Neil Callahan & Ian Martella Ph: 579 4445 Fax: 578 4443

email: mikemcc502000@yahoo.com

www.cmelectrical.co.nz

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

PAINTER

• 5 grades of bark • compost & soil conditioner • pungas • peastraw • bricks • cream pebble • white chip • screened topsoil • firewood • coal • trailer hire • wine barrels

DAVE REES PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Ph 578 9590

41 Grove Road BLENHEIM

Ph 578 8251 PLASTERING

Exterior Plastering & Waterproofing Quality Plaster coatings over

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• EPS Cavity • Monotek • Masonry

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Phone 03 570 2214 Fax 03 570 2219 Mobile 0272 472 784

Sandblasting Powdercoating Gates, Fencing Furniture Pool Fences 6 Nelson St, Blenheim

Ph/Fax 578 0374 a/h 021 838 550

TREE CARE

MJs Plastering Ltd

For all painting and decorating needs

EX DEPOT OR DELIVERY

Sheffield Street Riverlands Estate Blenheim

• Garage Door Openers

See the experts for:

All work guaranteed Ring Mike 021 572 800 Approved Dulux Acratex and Mineral Plasters Applicator

Tree Removal Height Reduction Trimming/Thinning Branch Chipping Hedge Trimming Line Clearance Stump Grinding Mulch Supplies Fully Insured FREE QUOTES

Ph. 03 578 0083

(Lance) 021 361912 cts@xtra.co.nz

The Sun

CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISING PH 03 577 7868 to let

HOUSE FOR RENT

McLauchlan St, Springlands Gorgeous two double bedrooms, great backyard, double garage + w/shop, totally private, fully fenced, dishwasher, heatpump, separate laundry, two toilets. $330 per week.

Phone: 572 5422, 027 252 9172 Trade Me ID: BTC881

for sale 10 ACRES with modern executive 4 bedroom home, property currently set up for horses with arena, stables etc but suitable all livestock, less than 10 mins to town. $720,000 42 ACRES (plus 10 acres of lease) flat clear land, new cattle yards, large hayshed and 5 bay shed with 3 phase power. High rainfall area suit cropping or grazing. $650,000.

3/40 Stuart Street, Blenheim Price: $185,000 • 2 bedroom home with logburner • Single garage plus numerous garden sheds • Beautifully planted gardens and substantial vegetable garden • Walking distance to Horton Park and CBD • Rateable Valuation: $170,000

Contact the Owner:(021) 502 144 Open Home: Sunday 1-2pm Web Ref No: MB219

public notice All Burda patterns ½ price For limited time only! The Sewing Store,Centre Point Mall

Autumn Clean

public notice

situation vacant

Windows

Dr Uwe Paschke

GENERAL MANAGER

Get your windows cleaned before winter - Autumn Clean Fast Efficient Cleaning Roxanne and Kevin Phone 572 9290 or 027 765 3522

School Holiday Programme Mon 18 - Thurs 21 April Tues 26 - Fri 29 April 2 sessions per day 9am to noon 1pm - 4pm $10 per session Bring soft soled shoes and drink bottle

residents - postponed. with constituents by In Parliament. Speaker’s In Parliament, meeting Wilkinson. Primary Production Friday AprilForum. 15: appointment. Science with Minister’s David Select –31 Dr Wayne Education and Science Thursday March Colin hostsCommittee Minister of Defence Mapp in Kate Blenheim. Briefing with Dame Primary Production Carter and in Auckland to Select Committee. InSitting Blenheim meeting Margaret Bazley & Select Committee – Wilkinson. hear the evidence on Primary Production Monday April 18: with constituents ECAN Commissioners Sitting in Auckland to Education and Science Aquaculture Bill. by Select Committee. Colin inthe Blenheim meeting constituents by arrangement. arrangement. in Christchurch. hear evidence Select Committee. Friday March 18 on Friday March 25 Aquaculture Bill. Primary Production Meeting with Tuesday April 19: ECAN InSaturday Blenheim meeting Friday April 1 April 9 Select Committee. Friday March 18 commissioners and with constituents by Colin hosts Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman in Blenheim. InCheviot Blenheim and Picton School Community Meeting with ECAN Friday March150th 25 appointment. Picton. Project K Anniversary. with regard commissioners and In Blenheim meeting Wednesday Aprilto20:water Saturday March 26 Trust celebration management at Cheviot Community with fundraiser, constituents by Colin visits Picton andthemeets with Party constituents by arrangement. trip atCheviot the Marlborough Monday April 11 Trust Hotel with regard to water appointment. down Opawa River 7.30pm. Convention Centre. In North Canterbury Saturday April 23: with Historian Barry 28 management at(Easter the weekend). Monday March Saturday 19 Project K isaMarch a opening meeting Holdaway onatthe RiverBay. Colin attends jetty fun daywith Ngakuta Cheviot Trust Hote l and water In Kaikoura Foundation for Youth & Queen. constituentsmeeting by Hawarden Agricultural 7.30pm. with constituents by Pastoral Development arrangement. Sunday AprilShow. 24: prog. Monday March 28 Saturday March appointment. Sunday March 2019 Classic Fighters Air Show, Omaka Airfield, Blenheim. In Kaikoura meeting Hawarden AgriculMonday April 4 April Tuesday March Flaxbourne Agricultural with constituents by12-14 tural & Monday April 25: (Easter Monday).appointment. Pastoral Show. In&Blenheim meeting Meeting with Hon 29-30 Pastoral Colin lays a Show. wreath at the in Blenheim. with constituents byAnzac Parade David Carter & 29-30 Hon In Blenheim meeting Monday March 21 Tuesday March arrangement. Kate Wilkinson. Sunday March 20 constituents In Blenheim meeting Inwith Blenheim meeting by Tuesday April 26: with constituents by Education & Science Flaxbourne Agricultural appointment. with constituents by Colin in Kaikoura, meeting arrangement. Tuesday April 5-7 locals byappointment. appointment. & Primary Production & Pastoral Show. Wednesday March 30 InNZNP Parliament. Education Kaikoura Select Committee Wednesday MarchBay 30 Monday March Meet with Okiwi Wednesday 27: 21 &Electorate ScienceApril Select AGM meetings. Meet with Okiwi Bay In Blenheim meeting residents. Colin in Blenheim meeting constituents by arrangement.Possible Committee. Primary 7:30pm at the residents. with constituents by Committee Primary Production Select meeting in Wellington. Marlborough Club, Production Select appointment. www.colinking.co.nz Russell Terrace, Committee meetings. www.colinking.co.nz www.colinking.co.nz Authorised by Colin King, Forum Building, Market St, Blenheim Blenheim.

H EIM OF F ICE CO CON B LEN HEIM N TAC T P.O. Box 130, The Forum, Market Street, Blenheim Mon - Fri, 10am - 3pm PHONE (03) 577 6930 or 0800 COLIN MP (265 466) FAX (03) 577 6934 EMAIL colin.kingmp@parliament.govt.nz Contact us for Colin’s email newsletter.

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Tuesday & Thursday 8.30am - 11.00am, 12.00pm - 2.00pm, and 5 - 7pm

Friday 8.30am - 3pm Seymour Dental Centre 62 Seymour Street, Ph 578 4203

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03 579 4044

48 Rene Street, Blenheim Open 9am till late appointment only

Arthritis Advice & support A free, friendly, face to face one hour consultation with the Arthritis Educator

Springlands Health Centre

47 Scott Street, Blenheim Date: 28 April, Time: 9.00am - 2pm

Wednesday March Tuesday March 22-24 Wednesday April 13-14: 16-17 InTuesday Parliament, meeting Wednesday Friday April 8 Wednesday March March Local GovernmentMarch Caucus30 Committee meeting, Education and In Parliament. Speaker’s Minister’s meeting David Meet with Okiwi BayPrimarywith In Blenheim 16-17 22-24 Science Select Committee, Production Select Committee. Science Forum. Carter and Kate

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Fast Efficient Cleaning Roxanne and Kevin • 572 9290 • 027 765 3522

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Monday & Wednesday

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139 Middle Renwick Rd, Blenheim Date: 27 April, Time: 10.00am - 3pm

Colin King

New Opening Hours Starting 4th April 2011

Extended family staying for a while?

• kitchens • cobwebs • dusting • ovens All the nasties! Just about anything! We can do it for you

Colin’s Diary

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50% Off The Perfect First Home

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Wairau Pharmacy

Up to date information & advice from a registered nurse about arthritic conditions, joint protection, benefits of physical activity, nutrition, relaxation, pain management, complementary therapies, gadgets & aids

‘Art in Miniature 4’ Stamp & Postcard Exhibition Redwoodtown Community Hall Saturday 16th - 9.00am - 4.00 pm Sunday 17th - 9.00am - 3.00pm Stamp Dealers - Buying and Selling Prizes - Pick favourite entry, Raffles, Admission $2.00

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• Medium sized privately owned Blenheim Winery • Export marketing and leadership skills require • Strong premium brand Enquiries may be made by contacting Craig O’Connell by email at Wellington@rap.net.nz, phone 04 815 9033, A/H 027 434 5808

SERVICE RECEPTIONIST Due to a staff member relocating, Blenheim Toyota has a vacancy become available for a Service Receptionist in the Service Department. Ideally the perfect applicant would have experience with high customer contact, the ability to build relationships between customers and suppliers and have a high degree of computer accuracy. Some duties include the inputting of customer details, raising job cards and creating repair invoices in a role that is both challenging and rewarding. This position is part of a close knit group of 13 Parts & Service personnel and who form an integral part of the Blenheim Toyota team. Please reply in your own handwriting outlining your work history and qualifications to: Blenheim Toyota P O Box 802 BLENHEIM By Thursday, 21 April 2011

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT Full time, Permanent - Blenheim

Working Bee Sunday, 17 April at 9.30am Meet at the Wairau Rowing Club Boatshed

Bring a spade Stay for a BBQ Contact 578 2013 situation vacant

Merchandiser

Approx 7hrs/wk, Must be available Monday, No early starts, Must be flexible to do additional coverage, FMCG Experience preferred , Car / Full license essential.

Email details to julie@thehub

Indevin is the leading supplier of contract winemaking services and infrastructure to the New Zealand wine industry. Indevin is an exciting, privately owned contract winemaking business providing services to an established client base. Due to expansion of our Winery and Viticulture operations we are seeking to increase our accounting resources. The role will focus on providing accounting and systems support, working with the team to meet monthly, quarterly and annual financial and statutory reporting deadlines. This role has influence across several key functions in the business and will play a part in driving the business for continued growth. Challenges include: • maintaining reliable accounting and reporting systems; • providing accurate monthly financial reports and variance analysis for management and the Board; • managing cash-flow and projections; • maintaining the payroll and fixed asset systems; and • preparing year-end financial reports and liaising with external auditors. Ideally we are seeking a Qualified Accountant who may be about to embark on their first accounting role out of a Chartered Accounting environment or someone who has the ability to operate autonomously with a commercial accounting background. A good solid grasp of MS Excel is important and it will be a bonus if you adapt easily to new software packages. Above all you will be enthusiastic, self-reliant and able to come up to speed quickly. Strong communication skills and the ability to research what you don't know will be viewed favourably. This role offers the opportunity to build a career with a great team in a highly successful and dynamic business. For more information about Indevin Ltd visit our website www.indevin.com Please email applications to nita.hosie@indevin.com - closes on Friday 15th April 2011.

The Sun

Wednesday April 13, 2011

Local woman celebrates 90th Blenheim woman Olive Burdekin may be one of the the few women to be given a manicure as her 90th birthday present. Olive’s friends organised the special treatment for her on Friday, as she marked the special day with an afternoon tea at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Olive and husband Alan, who is a Battle of Britain survivor, moved to Marlborough from England in 1947 following the second World War. They wed in Darbyshire in 1942, before moving to Wairau Valley and then the Marlborough Sounds, where they lived for 42 years. Alan passed away two and a half years ago, after 67 years of marriage.

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Do you have a Bible question for Jeff? Email us your question at pastor@mbbc.org.nz or post it to us. Full confidentiality is assured at all times. Q – “Is it right to use “scare tactics” when presenting the gospel to the unsaved?” (General question gleaned from several different responses to our articles on earthquakes) Part II A – As we said last week, “scare tactics” is a poor term and emotionally charged at that, but the concept of “the fear of the Lord” is well established in Scripture. What do we know? 1) 2) 3)

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Our God is a perfect balance of love and holiness Our God allowed Satan to rebel and gives all men the same choice – to voluntarily choose to love their Creator or to reject Him and to love self or Satan instead There are consequences to this choice – choosing to love God brings forgiveness of sin and the right to live with God forever; rejecting him results in the same punishment as Satan – an eternity of separation from God in the lake of fire which was originally created for the devil and his angels (Matt 25:41) Those who choose to follow God Almighty are commanded to take this message to every creature on the planet (Mark 16:15) Jesus set the example for us as the first great preacher of the gospel – He preached against specific sins on numerous occasions, preached more about hell than anyone else in the Bible and commanded people directly to “Fear God!” in light of the consequences of eternity. At every corner his motivation was not to “scare” people but to show them the love of God BY TELLING THEM THE TRUTH!!!

Let’s assume for just a moment that you are an overweight smoker who eats fish and chips four nights a week and never exercises. When you visit your doctor, he might begin to make some remarks about your condition and the potential problems you face. As you laugh it off, would your doctor be justified to get right in your face and with a very serious tone begin to read you the riot act? Would it be “scare tactics” for him to tell you about the serious consequences of diabetes, lung cancer, heart attacks and your probable, early death in the next 12-24 months? Here is a fellow telling you THE TRUTH, and out of the GOODNESS of his heart doing all he can to warn you about your SELF-DESTRUCTIVE path and the CONSEQUENCES that lay ahead. To accuse such a man who genuinely cares enough about you of “scare tactics” would only show your shallowness, selfishness and ignorance. Any Christian who genuinely loves Jesus Christ and his fellow mankind will “speak THE TRUTH in love.” (Eph 4:15) We do not speak about sin, death and hell because we enjoy the topic – but BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT YOU!!! Whether you recognize it, appreciate it or resent it, we will continue to do so. The Bible advocates just such a balanced approach to sharing the gospel with non-believers. Jesus never used the same approach twice when witnessing (read the gospels), but he did take a balanced approach stressing to some the love of God and to others the justice and holiness of God. We are commanded in Jude 22-23, “And of some have compassion, making a difference: And others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh.” Have you told anyone about Jesus this week? Is your evangelism “balanced?”

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Three times the chance of victory By Celeste Lodewyk A thunderous field of ‘modified monsters’ will greet speedway fans on Saturday night as the New Zealand Modified Grand Prix takes place at Eastern States Speedway. Around 11 entries have been received to date from all over the country for the national event, and what makes this year’s event special for Marlborough is the representation by three local drivers. In previous years Eastern States has only had one local modified driver, Scott Valk but with the addition of Picton men Craig Pottinger and Julian WAR OF THE WINGS: Eastern States Speedway’s hopes for victory at this weekends NZ Modifieds Grand Prix has been tripled with the entry of three Cameron Marlborough local drivers, Julian Cameron, Craig Pottinger and Scott Valk. Photo supplied. looks set to put on a powI will be happy,” he jokes. settled, but is remaining hopeful erful performance. Another new addition to Eastern that he may have his car repaired Newcomer to the class, Julian is excited about putting his skills States’ modified lineup is Craig in time. The event kicks off at 7pm so get to the test in what he describes as who recently suffered a mechanical set back, but is working hard along and show your support for some “serious fun” racing. “I have literally only been racing toward making it to the Grand Eastern States Speedway. Photos and results from the New for 10minutes”, he laughs. “I am Prix. Craig’s engine blew up leaving Zealand Grand Prix will feature new to the modified class and if I can take the car home in one piece his Grand Prix hopes slightly un- in next week’s Sun edition.

Memory of speedway fan honoured By Celeste Lodewyk Speedway fans will not only be getting their fill of tyre squealing racing action on Saturday night, but they will also be paying tribute to the memory of a very special young man, Charlie Higgins. It has been four-years since the 13-year-old avid speedway fan and volunteer was tragically killed in 2007, and ever since Eastern States Speedway has held an annual fun night in memory of Charlie. This will be the third time that “Charlies Fun Night” has been held which will also include the collection of donations for a charity chosen by Charlie’s family. This year Life Flight will benefit from donations.

“There will a bucket at the pit gate as well as a number of us with donation buckets and Life Flight banners in the crowd and the pit areas so everyone will get the chance to donate,” says Charlie’s mother Trich Dixon. “Life Flight is a great charity which has helped our family before so every little bit we can raise for them will help,” she says. Charlie’s Fun Night will include his favourite class, ATV bikes from Christchurch and Marlborough as well as supporting classes including youth mini stocks and mini stocks from Nelson, stock cars, street stocks and productions from Christchurch Nelson as well as our local drivers.

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. . . o t n w o d t e Pelorus bags G 10 medals Pelorus Judo players achieved outstanding results. “They competed against more experienced players who sometimes were of a higher grade and their results were way beyond my expectations. “I am so proud of them and whatever the results, the experience gained from competing Back Row: Pat Fairweather, Andrew at this level will McMahon, Shayne Jacks. Middle Row: be so valuable to Cameron Donald, Matthew Fox, Zoe Ella Donald, Nicole Bourke. their judo and will Fairweather, Front Row: Tai Shallcrass, Angus McMahon, help with their life Fletcher Fairweather. skills,” he says. Pelorus Judo will be hosting lock in November and will be the Central Districts Judo Area open to the public to go along Closed Championship in Have- and support these local talents.

Just like old times for Trojans By Damian George For the first time in more than 30 years, the Trojans Soccer Club was represented in the Marlborough junior competition when three of its teams ran out onto the field over the weekend. Not since the mid-1970s has the club been able to field a junior side. This year, the Trojans have a roster of more than 40 players in the junior grades, making it a hugely significant season for one of the region’s oldest clubs. “Everybody’s rapt about it,” Trojans committee member and current men’s team player Jim Western says. “We’ve got something to build on now. We’ve put everything

into it this year. The Redwood Trust, who are our major sponsors, have put everything into the juniors.” A long-standing Trojan, Jim was one of two members who took it upon themselves to help attract Marlborough players to the club. “We’re just trying to develop them and get them into the club now so, later on, they’ll be able to come into the senior teams.” The Trojans 8th grade side, the Tomcats, secured a 2-2 draw in their match, while the 9th grade Tigers started their campaign off in winning fashion with a 4-2 victory. But the highlight of the week-

end came from Jim’s 10th grade Young Guns, who stormed to a 7-2 victory over Renwick. The Young Guns boast a handful of Marlborough junior representatives, and most of its players have been coached by Jim since they began playing. “I’ve had four or five of them since they were five years old, and we’ve slowly built them up. Most of them I’ve had since they were seven or eight.” While the results were encouraging, just the sight of seeing the bright orange Trojan shirts being worn by the younger players was the real success, he says. “It’s just good to get them out there and playing.”

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On Sunday, April 3 10 Pelorus Judo players competed at the Central Districts Open Judo Championship held in Blenheim, and walked away with 10 well deserved medals. The competition saw around 80 judoka participants from all over New Zealand aged as young as seven-years, and for some it was their first ever competition. Angus McMahon (7) won silver and bronze, Fletcher Fairweather (9) won gold, Matthew Fox (10) won gold, Ella Donald (9) won silver, Tai Shallcrass (10) won gold and bronze, Cameron Donald (13) won gold and bronze and Andrew McMahon won bronze. Sensei Shayne Jacks from Anakiwa who is the former British National Judo champion, instructor and examiner, said the

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Most sportspeople would tell you the last thing you want to do if you have a known weakness is to admit it. All Black second-five Ma’a Nonu ignored that notion recently when he announced prior to the Hurricanes Super 15 match against the Brumbies on Saturday that he is the “lowest I’ve ever been in rugby”. On one hand, it was refreshing to hear a rugby player say something mildly interesting, rather than the robotic drivel they have been programmed to churn out. But, on the other, it was hugely telling that Nonu felt so dejected, he didn’t even mind

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Locals shave heads for cause By Celeste Lodewyk Twenty-one locals are braving chilly Marlborough mornings with their bare heads after having their locks shaved in support of the Leukaemia and Blood Foundation of New Zealand. On Saturday two separate “Shave For a Cure” events were held in Blenheim in an effort to raise much needed money for the foundation. The first was held at Blenheim’s Porse office on Monday morning where Porse nanny Sarah Thornley was cheered on by a crowd of friends and family as her shoulder length hair was shaved off. “I was a bit nervous beforehand but we had fun with it. I had my hair tied into numerous pigtails and everyone had a go at cutting one off. “The best part of the experience was when a cancer survivor randomly approached me later that day to thank me for supporting the cause, that was really special,” she says. Sarah has been busy in the weeks leading up to Saturday fundraising through the www.shaveforacure.co.nz website, handing out pledge sheets to friends and family and collecting donations on the day. She has raised $350 to date, though more donations can be made over the next week via the website. Later that day in the carpark of A1 Drycleaning & Laundry on High Street, Blenheim couple Scott Palatchie and Leanne Budny held another successful event, pulling in over $2000. Leanne says the idea to hold a public Shave For a Cure auction came just three days prior to Saturday, but despite the last minute organisation the event was met with resounding support. “Scott was wanting to shave his head anyway so we thought why not make it something bigger and benefit a charity, so we decided at 4pm on Tuesday to do our own event. Twenty people turned up to have their heads shaved while the public took part in the 26 fundraising auctions of items donated by local businesses. Some of the major auctions included a Hunting and Fishing jacket, a cruise for two from Beachcomber and accommodation at the Beachcomber Inn for two people. The event was sponsored by Morgan Road Nursery which donated an incredible $1000, supported by Bounce With Us with the use of a bouncy castle and by the Sun Valley Roadsters who put on an impressive display of hotrods for the public.

a close shave: Above L-R; Jess Barrow, Brayden Dawson, Mellisa Cowdrey, Nick Holderway, Dane Wearn (front), Holly Gleeson, Scott Palatchie and Sarah Dawson. Right: Blenheim woman Sarah Thornley was all smiles as her hair was shaved off for charity on Saturday by hairdresser Julia Bishell.

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