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Blenheim Marlborough

Wednesday April 27, 2011

Open over Easter New World Blenheim owner Mark Elkington defends opening hours.

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Worldwide traveller Another adventure looms for Blenheim woman Joan Bottom.

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St John cadets Joshua Thompson (left) and Jacob Ross point to medals worn by Aaron Hood (right). The medals belonged to Aaron’s grandfather Athol Hood, who fought in Egypt during WW2.

Large Anzac crowd Story Page 2.

‘V’ for Victory Sir Peter Jackson takes in the sights and sounds of Classic Fighters over the weekend.

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War veterans: Left to right: Ian Gleeson, John Dodson and Les Pye all took part in Blenheim’s Anzac Parade on Monday. Mr Pye is from K Force.

Blenheim Anzac ceremony: Flynn Hawtin, 5, and Grace Hawtin, 10, wearing replica medals awarded to their great grandfather Russell Matthews. The medals were gained for services to New Zealand in WW2 between 1939 and 1943, mainly in the western deserts of Africa. Also in photo: Janette Simmons (Russell’s daughter and Grace and Flynn's great aunt). Janette is also wearing a medal from the Boer War that was awarded to her grandfather HJS Mitchell, a former mayor of Blenheim.


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By Celeste Lodewyk Blenheim’s Anzac Day crowd on Monday was the largest ever, says Marlborough RSA president Geoff Stobie. This year’s crowd attendance was much higher than last year, strengthening Mr Stobie’s belief that Anzac Day had become family established. “There are a lot more families and young people attending Anzac Day remembrance services which is fantastic to see, Blenheim’s crowd just exceeded all our expectations. “Youngsters are actively asking questions and have a good understanding of Anzac Day’s history, this is particularly pleasing to see,” he said. Anzac Day began in Marlborough with a dawn parade in Picton which was followed by parades and services in Seddon, Renwick, Spring Creek, Havelock, Rai Valley, Kaikoura and Blenheim. Luckily for Marlborough, the looming dark weather clouds held off until later that afternoon allowing the public to enjoy the services. “We were lucky with the weather and in general I think we had a hugely successful day,” Mr Stobie said. “The singing by Christianna Stewart was magnificent and Lily Sullivan did a wonderful scripture reading at Blenheim, all the services were well received and supported.”

Above: Remembrance services began in Renwick with a street march. Right: Marlborough RSA President Geoff Stobie who spoke during Anzac Day services on Monday says the presence of youth and families increases every year.

This year’s Marlborough Poppy Appeal has also been a resounding success, and although the final count is yet to be announced it is already looking set to beat last year. “All funds raised in Marlborough stay in

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Last week, The Sun received letters from two of our readers suggesting we carry out a readers’ poll to determine public opinion regarding the proposed building of a new civic theatre in Blenheim. The Sun has decided this is an excellent idea as, gauging from our readers’ response to date, the proposal appears to be strongly dividing the region, and some readers have even called for a referendum. The Sun readers’ poll is the next best thing - here is your chance to have your say.

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New World within rights - owner By Les Whiteside and Damian George Easter Sunday trading at Blenheim New World was like a normal Sunday, New World owner Mark Elkington says. Mark says the supermarket decided to break tradition and open its doors on the public holiday to give out-of-town people a chance to stock up on groceries if they needed, but he was not breaking the law. He told The Sun on Sunday non-essential departments such as liquor, seafood and butchery serveover, and florist were cordoned off to comply with Labour regulations. However, the public were not stopped from buying items from those areas if they believed it was necessary, with the exception of alcohol. Mark says several local restaurants and stall holders from the Classic Fighters Airshow at Omaka came in to the supermarket on Sunday to replenish their stocks. He says the bakery was particularly busy and had nearly been cleaned out by early afternoon. Local shopper Kim Ander-

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Local talent and an exciting musical line-up, stirred in with a splash of humour is what the audience can expect at next month’s Music Festival, hosted by the Bible Society Action Group at the Wesley Centre. The festival is being held as a fundraising event by the Bible Society’s Action Group which, for the month of May is raising funds for the West Indies. The Bible Society has had a presence in the West Indies since 1809, working to solve problems including poverty, violence and drugs. Dave Garnham, pictured playing the church Guest artists for the organ, will be one of many local performers at the festival include Dave Bible Society’s Music Festival on May 8. Garnham, John Walding, the Salvation Army Youth Band as in different forms of fundraising. “All the money we raise will go well as a stunning performance from toward the Bible Society’s work in Marlborough Girls’ College violinists. different parts of the world, so we Vicar Steve Allcutt of the Renwick Anglican Community Church will encourage everyone to come along and also showcase his performing abilities enjoy what the festival has to offer,” says member Charles van Raalte. as MC for the festival. The festival kicks of on May 8 at This will be the third music festival hosted by the Bible Society which has 2pm and admission is $5 per person been working for more than 15-years and $10 per family.

Hunt for NZ’s Oldest ‘Telly’ A nationwide search is on to find the oldest working television in New Zealand. Broadcasting Minister Jonathan Coleman launched the ‘Oldest Telly’ Competition last Wednesday, as part of a Going Digital campaign to raise awareness of the looming switchover to digital television. The winning entry will be converted to digital TV next month ahead of the first switchover in Hawke’s Bay and West Coast in September 2012. “Digital has changed the way we watch TV, with better reception and sound quality, as well as more channels and features such as onscreen TV

guides,” Dr Coleman says. “It will be great if we can unearth some examples of the earliest televisions and make them digital-ready to show viewers that you don’t need a new TV to receive digital television.” Dr Coleman says televisions as old as those which broadcast the first moon landing in 1969 or athlete Dick Tayler’s 10,000 metre victory at the 1974 Commonwealth Games can be converted. Information about switching to digital TV, and the Oldest Telly competition, is available from www.goingdigital.co.nz or the free-phone helpline, 0800 838 800.


The Sun

Wednesday April 27, 2011

High blanket fail rate By Celeste Lodewyk Matt Flight of Betta Electrical in Blenheim says he was “shocked” by the fail rate of electric blankets that have been brought into the store for testing. “Out of the first 60 blankets we had come in, one in five electric blankets failed our testing. That’s a shocking ratio which proves why it is important to have them tested regardless of its age,” he says. In response to recent reports of electric blankets catching fire, Betta Electrical has had large numbers of people bringing in their blankets for testing. “I think it has given people a wake up call regarding the safety of electric blankets. “Most faults are hidden from the user and can be caused by elements being bunched by movement of the user as well as broken and exposed wires,” Matt says. Staff use a three-step testing system. 1) Visual; looking for marks, exposed elements and bunching of wires.

DANGEROUS: Matt Flight, service technician for Betta Electrical Blenheim shows an example of a “failed” electric blanket. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk.

New road signs for Picton Clear new road signs which direct traffic to the ferry check-in points and to Picton’s town centre are being erected, the result of collaboration between community and business interests. The Picton Business Group has been campaigning for better directions so visitors could more easily locate the town’s shopping area and its facilities and Picton’s tourist attractions. The Marlborough District Council’s recent Growth and Development Strategy project confirmed the need for improvements. The cost of the 16 signs has been shared between the Council, NZTA, Port Marlborough and the two ferry services, Bluebridge and the Interislander. “The important thing is that the designers have been able to simplify and streamline the content of the existing signs so it should be much easier to read them – and for visitors to find their way around,” said Mayor Alistair Sowman. “I look forward to an upgrade of some of the older town signs before too much longer.” Ideas about how the new signs should look emerged from the work the District Council has done with Urbanism+ as part of the growth strategy for Picton. A working group including representatives from Destination Marlborough, Port Marlborough, Interislander, Picton Business Group, Marlborough Chamber of Commerce, Picton’s Rugby World Cup organising committee and Marlborough Roads then worked with RTL Signs to produce the final design.

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Christianna Stewart a senior student at Marlborough Girls College sings the NZ national anthem. Behind is Defence Territorial solider Nathan Tairea. Lynnette King, Michelle Palmer and Cr Jamie Arbuckle at the Blenheim Anzac parade on Monday.

Blenheim Pippins, left, Bella Holdaway (6yrs), Brianna Newlove (6yrs) displaying her great grandfathers medals and Emma-Kate Balcombe (5yrs).

All ages gathered at the Renwick War Memorial bearing flowers and medals to remember the fallen.

Alex O’Donnell of Picton bows his head in prayer.

Margaret Fairhall (third from right) at the Blenheim Anzac ceremony.

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The Sun

Born under a wandering star There is nothing stopping 82-year-old woman Joan Bottom as she prepares for another worldwide adventure, as Celeste Lodewyk finds out. When walking through the streets of Blenheim, it is not uncommon for people to stop local woman Joan Bottom to ask; “Where have you just got back from and where are you planning to travel to next”. In fact most people would be tempted to ask the sprightly 82-year-old to share a story from her many travels and achievements throughout the years, because from the twinkle in her eye and unbroken smile on her lips she comes across as a woman with many tales to tell. “Many people have come to know me as a traveller, I guess you could say I was born under a wandering star,” she smiles. You may be imagining a woman of Joan’s age travelling the world by tour bus, but in fact she does quite the opposite. During her trip to Canada, America, England and China last year, Joan decided to break away from her travel group and walk the Great Wall of China alone. Walking over 2000m over uneven steps, Joan says the 40 degree heat and 90 percent humidity was nothing compared to the breathtaking views and thrill of the experience. “It was incredible, especially when people I didn’t know came up to me afterwards

with their thumbs up to congratulate me,” she says. Joan’s travels have taken her right around the globe, but she insists that she isn’t ready to stop yet. “I have travelled to most places but I haven’t visited Africa, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Vietnam or Cambodia so they are definitely on my list to go see,” she says. During the past four-years Joan has travelled with the Friendship Force, an organisation aimed at fostering peace and understanding throughout the world by means of personal contacts and shared experiences through home hosting. Joan is leaving tomorrow for her fourth trip with Friendship Force travelling through South America. “I am thinking about continuing on alone after the trip ends to visit Italy and Greece, but we will see where the wind takes me,” she laughs. To keep herself fit for her many adventures Joan regularly attends Curves gym three times a week and recently received a certificate for 500 visits. “I could have visited the gym more but I am away so often. Keeping active has ena-

bled me to carry on travelling into my 80’s, I was even playing hockey right up until I was 54-years-old,” she adds with a grin. When Joan is home she is rarely idle. Most days are pre-organised with her silversmith classes learning to make pieces of jewellery which she enters into national competitions, attending the Rock and Mineral Club and of course planning for her next big adventure. “Life is for living and enjoying so I laugh a lot, talk a lot, work hard and make the most out of every day. “I am coming up 83-years of age but I believe that no matter how old you are you should strive to take up a new challenge,” she says smiling.

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Early childhood studies with meaning Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College, located in Christchurch is a small tertiary college offering campus-based programmes in nanny education and early childhood teaching. Both study programmes provide students’ with opportunities to integrate their theoretical leaning with hands-on experiences, within the College and in the wider community. A close association with the onsite early childhood centre allows students to work with the children on a regular basis. The three-year Diploma of Teaching programme incorporates 42 weeks of practical placements in early childhood settings, including home place-

Early childhood education is a rewarding career. Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College offers campus-based programmes in nanny education and early childhood teaching.

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ONSITE EDUCATION INTRODUCING Full-time Training in Agriculture DURATION: 42 weeks AIM: Provide school leavers and young adults with knowledge and experience in the Primary Sector to enable them to gain full-time agricultural employment.

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OUTCOMES ? Employment ? ILP Certificate in Agriculture level 3 (incorporating National Certificate level 2) ? Follow the “Onsite pathway” to the next level—National Certificate Level 3 in either Dairy, Sheep or Cattle strand This programme is NZQA and StudyLink approved FEE: $500.00 per person (scholarships available)

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ments during the first year. A student explains; “We learn so much through placements, and it is easier to put theory into practice as I can experience what I have learnt in class.” Our students comment that the study environment and the focus on collaborative learning appeals. As one student describes; “The tutors really care, we have more individual time due to the smaller class sizes and we are so supported in our learning.” The two qualifications offered at Rangi Ruru Early Childhood College are a one-year Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care, incorporating the New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education, and a three-year Di-

ploma of Teaching (ECE). Students who successfully complete the one-year qualification can apply to staircase into Year 2 of the teaching diploma. A teaching student who completed her studies comments; “If you have the passion and commitment, this qualification opens doors to exciting employment prospects.” Further information is available from the College, and visitors are welcome to view our facilities and meet staff and students. We can be contacted on (03) 983-3747, www.rangiruru.ac.nz or office@ rangiruru.ac.nz. Our Open Day is Monday May 23, 2011 from 2-6 pm.

Explore your creativity The Learning Connexion teaches sustainable creativity through art making. They are a tertiary art and creativity school with facilities across all fine and contemporary art mediums – from video to bronze-casting, computers to painting. The overall goal of our course is to achieve sustainable creativity for every student. Anyone can study at The Learning Connexion. They offer a university level, NZQA approved course – the key requirement is commitment.

Courses We offer the Diploma of Art and Creativity (Honours) and an Advanced Diploma of Art and Creativity. The Diploma of Art and Creativity (Honours) is a two and a half year full time course or a five year part time course. Students start at the Foundation level, learning about basic technical and creative skills and then move on to more independent projects at Stage One and Stage Two levels before graduation. Students learn by doing. All our classes are handson, giving students real skills they can apply immediately. The aim is to empower st ud ent s by drawing out,

rather than stuffing information in. Our Stage Three Advanced Diploma is a one year full time or two year part time course that builds on the Diploma of Art and Creativity (Honours) - but is open to students who have completed equivalent work elsewhere. The Advanced Diploma is a studio based intensive that embraces all media and focuses on materials and processes, where the practice is the theory. Across all our courses, our main aims for our students are:

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Strong, supportive atmosphere Boarders in Clarice Johnstone House at Nelson College for Girls experience a strong and supportive family atmosphere and are nurtured to become well rounded, confident, self-reliant young women. Leadership opportunities are available through a variety of activities giving the opportunity for independence. A “Big sister / Little sister” scheme for Year 13 students provides activities with the younger boarders such as a ‘Scavenger Hunt’ and a ‘New Bugs Concert’.

Year 13 students moved into a new facility this year providing single study bedrooms together with lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities to help the transition into the next phase of their lives. Clarice Johnstone Levels provides more independence whilst encouraging them into leadership roles to promote the family atmosphere of the boarding community amongst all 151 boarders. Nelson College for Girls provides students with a strong

academic record of excellence as well as programmes for students with special abilities. Sport is an important aspect of the College providing House competitions as well as access to local clubs. You are welcome to visit the staff in Blenheim on 9 May at the Admiral’s Lodge Motor Inn, Middle Renwick Road and attend the Open Day on 27 May. More information from Pauline Auchinvole on 03 548 3104 Ext 856, www.ncg.school.nz/ boarding.

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Duckshooting Season Opening day 7th May

Be safe with shotguns Avoid low shots to protect other hunters, both from direct shots and ricochets. Shotguns should be ‘broken’ and unloaded when moving over rough country and fence lines, and when moving in and out of vehicles.

Remember that shotguns are lethal at short range. Even at more than 100 metres, some shotgun pellets can cause serious harm, for example to eyes.

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tinge of yellow, and it came out just fine. 2. Add the vinegar, wine, orange juice and onions. The liquid will bubble vigorously at first. Stir well and boil until 1/4 cup of liquid remains. 3. Add chicken stock and boil until the sauce is reduced to 1/3 cup volume. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest. Set aside until just before serving. This sauce can be made ahead of time. When it is ready to be served, add butter and warm up on medium heat, stirring to melt and incorporate butter. Gently stir in orange segments. 4. Meanwhile, prepare duck legs for cooking. Score duck skin with a knife just through the skin layer. Season with salt and pepper. Over high heat in a very lightly Nelson/Marlborough region oiled skillet, sear the duck legs about 10 minutes on each side, rotating ATTENTION as needed to obtain an GAME BIRD HUNTERS evenly cooked leg. If needed, finish cooking Opening day this year is 7th May. duck in a 350 degree oven to prevent outside from Enjoy your hunting and make sure over-cooking. you are familiar with the Hunter’s 5. Rest duck legs for Code of Conduct at the front of 10 minutes on a cutting your 2011 Game Bird Hunting board, then slice through Regulations Booklet. meat before plating. Drizzle with warmed Nelson Marlborough Region sauce and garnish with 03 544 6382 (Nelson) extra orange zest and 03 578 8421 (Blenheim) green onions. Reserve remaining sauce in a sauce terrine on the side www.fishandgame.org.nz to use as needed.

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Poppy Thai chefs Santi Munart and Theera Phuchangok share a love of fine food.

Thai cuisine offers some of the most vibrant and delicious flavours to be found in the world of food, and luckily for Blenheim we have the opportunity to experience Thai dining at its best. Poppy Thai Restaurant, located at the corner of Scott and Kinross Streets originated from a food passionate family and has been in Blenheim for nearly ten years. Bringing innovative and dynamic dishes to its tables, Poppy Thai boasts of two highly regarded and experienced chefs, Santi Munart and Theera Phuchangok. Both men share one thing in common, their love for food. Theera spent many years working for a five-star hotel in Thailand and before bringing his knowledge and chef skills to the Poppy Thai business.

Santi, who himself has also had five-star experience working for a well renowned restaurant in Thailand relishes his role with Poppy Thai. “We really enjoy cooking for our customers, our Thai cuisine is liked by many,” he says. What makes Poppy Thai unique is its ability to blend a diverse range of flavours and use fresh herbs and spices to create delicious meals that everyone loves. Poppy Thai cuisine embodies influences from Japan, China and neighbouring countries such as Cambodia and Vietnam.

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out & about

Wednesday April 27, 2011

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Classic Fighters Airshow

 This replica V-2 explodes after being bombed, a firey and exciting show which thrilled the crowd.

 Frank Muller, Mario Bodlak and Vincent Smolenski man the 1944 VW Schwimmwagon military vehicle.

 Mike Tripae takes up his post on  Military action as troops go head to head in battle. the replica Panzer 4 from the Weta Workshop in Wellington.

 Masterton mechanic Kris Whellan checks over the engine of this Sopwith Camel, the pride and joy of Sir Peter Jackson. Gene De Marco is the regular pilot.

 The ground theatre team put on a spectacular life-like performance for the crowd.

 Blenheim man Graham Lindsay got the crowd talking as he made an appearance as British World War II Prime Minister Winston Churchill.

Anzac Day

al and Harley Deacon. Adam Rattray, Carter Ne  Woodbourne Scouts,

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 Fred Wilkinson and Dick Sutcliffe of the Renwick RSA.

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LOVE / MASON: Nadia, Tom and Awa Kohe are pleased to announce the birth of their baby boy Maringai Winui Pita Kohe. 9 pound. On 14th April 2011. A big thank you to Midwife Tasha and Dr Gary Fentiman, and also to all the nurses on the Maternity Ward.

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THOMPSON: Aaron and Jacinda are thrilled to announce the arrival of Lexi Grace (9lb 4oz) on April 18th 2011. A sister for Tahlia, Finn and Archie. Heartfelt thanks to midwife Gerry Lawson, Maternity Ward staff, and for all the support of family and friends. The highlight of vintage, perfect sweetness.....Dad asleep!

GROSSL: Cleber and Michelle are please to announce the safe arrival of their first baby boy, Luigi Mesquita ( 4.45kg 57cm) on April 15, 2011 at 9:03pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwifes Gwen Costello, Tai, Sue, Emily, Dr. Gary Fentiman and all the staff. Photo provided.

Lutherus - Reeves: Sonia & Brett are pleased to announce the early but safe arrival of their beautiful baby girl Caelyn Adriana (6lb 7oz) on Wednesday 6th April at 0248am. Big thanks to Shona and Nicky and special thanks also to the awesome Tina. Photo provided.

Protect yourself and your baby Getting the seasonal influenza vaccination is an important way to protect against the common strains of influenza that are likely to be circulating this year. Talk with your midwife or doctor about getting a seasonal influenza vaccination. Influenza immunisation for pregnant women has clear benefits for both mother and baby. Mothers who receive the influenza vaccine while pregnant are able to pass protection on to their baby. The vaccine offers protection to infants who would normally be too young (under six months) to receive immunisation individually.

LAING: Tim, Louise and Ashka would like to announce the safe arrival of their second baby girl, Morgan (8lb 11oz) on April 20th 2011 at 8.40pm. Special thanks to Shona Wills and all of the staff in Maternity.

HUNTLEY-LOVE: John and Serena would like to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful boy. 6lb 12oz. On 18th April at 11.21am. Brother for Jade, Shaun, Damian, Jessie and Kane. Special thanks to Cathy Middleton.

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What should I do if I get sick? If you get sick with influenza-like symptoms, stay home, stay away from others, and call your midwife or doctor right away. If needed, he or she may prescribe an antiviral medicine that treats influenza. Have someone check in with you often if you are feeling ill. This is always a good idea. How should I feed my baby if I am sick? If you can, breastfeed. Breast milk is the perfect food for your baby. There are many ways that breastfeeding and breast milk helps to protect your baby’s health. Protect yourself and your unborn child; speak to your midwife or doctor today about getting the seasonal influenza vaccine. For more information visit www.moh.co.nz

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community notices

Wednesday April 27, 2011

death notices

death notices HOLLAND, Jack Dolman: Royal Engineers 1939-1946. On 24 April 2011 at Fairview Hospital. In his 90th year. Husband of Patricia, father of Susan, Duncan, Matthew and Philip and grandfather of Rachel and Chris. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Fairview Hospital for their loving care. Garden flowers preferred. Messages to the Holland family, P O Box 110 Blenheim. A gathering to honour Jack’s life will be held in the Sowman Lounge, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts at 10 am Friday 29 April. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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

Age Concern Coming to Picton Senior Chef (over 65’s) A Free 6 week course, cooking easy nutritious meals, enjoy the results over lunch together. Starts 11th May limited places To register phone Age Concern 579 3457

Computing for seniors Learn about computers in an easy, friendly atmosphere at Seniornet. Courses every month. Taught by seniors. 1st Floor. P.O Building. Phone 5792248-mornings. Email seniornet.marl@paradise.net.nz

Divorce Care will be starting this year on Monday 2 May, 7.30pm at Nativity Centre. Registrations at the church office phone 578 3909. There is a charge of $50.00 for a resource/workbook. The leaders are Mary Porter, Steve Butler, Jennifer and Alan Burrows.

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.

SF Marlborough (supporting families and 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

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.

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community services Marlborough After hours GP Services: at Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. (excluding Redwoodtown Doctors patients see below) Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. Redwoodtown Doctors: 9am-noon Saturday morning. Redwoodtown Doctors' patients requiring A/H consultations please phone 5780470. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271. Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 57 7 55 4 9, O f f i c e h r s Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am-3pm. Lifeline Marlborough: 5778668, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital (5209999) and ask for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood Street. Every Tuesday at 7.30pm. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Ross 578 5896. Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-

4pm / Tue, Thrus 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 10am8pm. 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. 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 Monday 10am-1pm; 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.

JONES, Lorna May: Passed away peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village on 24 April 2011, surrounded by her family. Loving wife of the late Cyril (Snow), loving mother and mother-in-law of Brian and Margaret, Pam and Dave, Russ and Isla, Dave and Lindy, Bev, Murray and Tania, Linda and Charlie and the late Peter Coughlan, second Mum to Michelle and loving Nana of her 19 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. Will be sadly missed. Travel in Peace. In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimers Society Marlborough would be appreciated and may be left at the service or sent to 8 Wither Rd Blenheim. Special thanks to all the staff at Waterlea Rest Home for the loving care given to Lorna in her latter years. Messages to 33 Elmwood Ave Blenheim. Lorna is at her daughter’s home, 33 Elmwood Ave Blenheim, for those who wish to pay their respects. A celebration of Lorna’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts, at 11 a.m. Thursday 28 April followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz BOYD, Ian: Suddenly, at Tadmore, on 22 April 2011. Aged 58 years. Dearly loved husband of Michelle. Messages to 165 Old Renwick Rd RD 2 Blenheim. Friends of Ian and Michelle are invited to his funeral service at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts Blenheim, at 11 am Friday 29 April followed by interment at Tua Marina Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz BOYCE, Alan Ross: Passed away, peacefully, on Thursday April 21, 2011. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Bette and loving stepfather of Bev and the late Mitch, Val and Brian, George and Barbara, and special Grandad Alan to his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loving brother of Venla and Peter Croft (Amberley). A special thank you to the caring staff at Hospice Marlborough and Aberleigh Rest Home. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Alan has been held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz ASHLEY, Robert William (Bill): On April 20, 2011, peacefully at his home in Blenheim, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Elaine, much loved father and father-in-law of Cheryl and Tony Broughton (Nelson), and Paul and Stacey (Nelson), adored and special Poppa of Jade, and Zak; and Thomas, Kelsi, Rachel, Samantha and David. Messages to 2 Solway Drive, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service for Bill will be held in the Main Hangar, Marlborough Aero Club, Aerodrome Road, Omaka, Blenheim at 1.00pm on Wednesday April 27, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz BROWN, Russell James: Suddenly, on April 19, 2011 surrounded by his family, at Wairau Hospital. Aged 27 years. Beloved son and best friend of Hugh Brown and Cathy Ballinger, treasured only grandson of the late Phyllis, treasured brother and brother-in-law of Elizabeth and Kerry Webb, dearly loved Uncle Rusty of Joshua and Aimee. Messages to 9 Riley Crescent, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Life Flight Trust would be appreciated and may be made at the service, or sent to PO Box 14-448, Kilbirnie, Wellington. Special thanks to St. John, the Blenheim Police, HDU Wairau Hospital, Wellington ICU, and Life Flight Trust. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz WILLIAMSON, Allan Albert: 18.5.1915 - 18.4.2011. Aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Dulcie, loved father and father-in-law of the late Allan, and Maureen (Masterton) and the late Bryan and Lynette, loved grandfather of Rowan, Derek and Gareth and loved great grandfather of Hayden, Callum and Jacob; and Talia and Marco. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society P O Box 233 Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. Messages to 134 Gordon St Masterton. A funeral for Allan will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, corner Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim 2pm Friday April 29, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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Open Fire Season Under Section 22 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977, the Restricted Fire Season in the Marlborough South area will be lifted and replaced with an Open Fire Season in all areas south of the Wairau River including the diversion except for the special fire zones detailed in the schedule below. This notice is effective from 8.00 am on Wednesday 20 April 2011. The Open Fire Season means that fire permits are not required for all Fires in Open Air. However this does not diminish the responsibility or potential liability for those who light fires. This means that you can still be held liable for the costs to extinguish a fire if you were responsible for lighting a fire that escapes or endangers neighbouring properties. The Restricted Fire Season will remain in force in the special Rural Fire Zones detailed in the schedule below: Zone 1 – Upper Wairau Valley Zone 2 – Wairau Valley Zone 4 – Wither Hills/Taylor Pass Zone 11 – Benhopai To apply for a fire permit in the special fire zones in the schedule above please phone Customer Services at the Marlborough District Council Ph: 520 7400. You are reminded you are not to burn plastics, car tyres, treated wood, food scraps, any oil based products, hazardous substances, aerosol cans, wet or green vegetation. Fire is not a permitted activity in an Industrial Zone, the owner of the property will require resource consent before applying for a fire permit to burn in an Industrial Zone. For more information and to view the current fire status for Marlborough North and Marlborough South fire zones, visit www.marlborough.govt.nz

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For a quote contact John 027 500 2501 A film festival first for Renwick A film festival with a difference opens in Renwick next month, the first of its kind for the region. The Renwick Playcentre Film Festival features four films screening throughout the month of May, all new to the Blenheim area. The family-oriented screenings are part of a film festival that is helping to raise money

for the Renwick Playcentre, a parent-run education centre for pre-schoolers. The films showing are Queen of the Sun, an American documentary released this month about the plight of the honeybee that features several South Island beekeepers; Sam Hunt: Purple Balloon and Other Stories, de-

By Celeste Lodewyk A group of 16 hard working and eager Marlborough Boys’ College students are looking for work to help raise $6000 for up and coming class trips. The boys are from Room 2, a special education unit for students with learning difficulties. With two planned class trips fast approaching, the boys have already begun working to earn their money by collecting sheep pellets and selling them by the bag, and are actively looking for more work. To help the boys a fundraising committee has been set up comprising of parents and HARD WORKERS: Marlborough Boys’ College Room 2 students Henry special education teacher Ann Shaw, Joshua Te Kahika, Jack Cranston, Ryan James, Jack Boyce are seeking work to help fundraise for future class trips. McNicholl. Head of the committee is Lloyd sports and cultural trips. money themselves. James whose aim is one of many “We are also hoping to take the boys “We want the boys to raise as much working hard behind the scenes to help skiing during winter and on a cultural money themselves through their own fundraise so the boys can enjoy annual trip to Wellington to visit museums,” hard work, so if you can help us out it trips and activities. he says. would be greatly appreciated,” he says. “We are simply a group of parents Instead of asking for donations, If you are able to offer some emtrying to carry on the great work of Lloyd says they are appealing to local ployment to the boys, contact Ann the room’s teacher, Ann who has been businesses to provide some employ- McNicholl at MBC on 578 0119 (Extn working so hard to cover the costs of ment for the boys so they earn the 2058). scribed as a darker Topp Twins (opening nationwide at the end of May); This Way of Life, the Oscar-shortlisted film that follows the Karena family (and will be showing twice due to demand) and from the same filmmakers comes One Man, One Cow, One Planet, a multi award-winning celebration of biodynamic gardening through the eyes of an 80-year-old Kiwi in India.

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Mixed Pairs to be played at Omaka, Sat. April 30th at 9am. L.Norton, K.Wills; J.Kraan, J.Ham; K.McKenzie, J.McKenzie; L.Hoole, F.Brooks; B.Bothwell, P.Stretch; R.Gaastra, E.Goodwin; C.Weston Berry, B.Stretch; P.Brown, K.Herd; M.Agnew, D.North; R.Nyberg, J.Crawford; G.Liddicoat, G.Rush; S.Hitchcock, J.Draper; A.Sangster, S.Ten Broeke; P.Hanley, V.Sangster; J.Adams, A.Rouse; E.Lammas, C.Wooster; J.Henson, M.Dietrich; K.Robinson, W.Williams; B.Manson, K.Thomson; A.Mcfarlane, K.Gilchrist; B.Schofield, J.Whyte; K.Parkes, S.Gosling.

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The Trojans Soccer Club team playing in this year’s junior competition, along with the 8th and 9th grade sides, is the 12th grade team, not the 10th grade team as reported in The Sun on April 13.

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Q – “What does it mean in Hebrews 4:13 when it says that Jesus is, “him with whom we have to do”? (CS – Blenheim)

The passage in total reads, “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart; Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.” Many of the fine folks of Blenheim don’t want anything “to do” with God or Jesus or the Bible. Unfortunately for them, the Bible says that one day all men will “have to do” with God Almighty – he will not be ignored. This is a case were context is vital to understanding and answering the question. Verse 11 speaks of our faithfulness as Christians – we should be laboring to enter our eternal rest or heaven. This is not speaking about working for our salvation, but working for Christ because we are saved. Arriving in heaven with God being able to say to us, “Well done thou good and faithful servant…” Verse 12 mentions the power of the Bible and its ability to discern the true heart motives behind our works. The works of all true believers will one day be examined (I Cor. 3:13) – rewards will be granted for faithfulness and works humbly done with the right motive. The works of all unbelievers will also be examined at the Great White Throne judgment – works can not keep you out of hell, but they will be used to determine the degree of punishment in eternity. (Rev. 20:10-15) Verse 13 speaks of the eyes of Christ that are like a flame of fire (Rev. 19:12) that can instantly see through all the pretense and falsehood of man. Our heart and all our actions will be completely open and exposed before the eyes of our Saviour before whom we must all stand – this is the sense of the phrase you ask about. Knowing that we must all stand before Christ, 1) if you are not saved, be smart and trust in Jesus today as your Saviour; if you are saved, serve Christ faithfully as “every one of us shall give account of himself to God.” (Rom. 14:12)

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Hockey player numbers surging By Damian George A proposed six-a-side secondary school hockey competition in Marlborough could become a full 11-a-side tournament if the surge in player numbers continues. Hockey Marlborough development officer Brent Edwards says there has been a “massive increase” in interest from local players ahead of the 2011 season starting next month, and the 11-a-side mixed tournament is a real possibility. “The early indications are that we might have the numbers to do that,” he says. “We have 35 players at the moment, which is enough for five six-a-side teams, but we would ideally like to get that number to 50 or 60 so we can have four full teams.” The local competition will mostly feature players from Marlborough Boys’ College, Marlborough Girls’ College and Queen Charlotte College. Junior numbers are also up significantly from last year, with

some grades iniwhile the two men’s tially scheduled to premier sides and be played on Monwomen’s premier side day nights having will be involved in to be bumped to an expanded Nelson the following day. competition. Brett says one of Brett says further the major changes changes are on the to the junior forcards for 2012 as well. mat this year is “Next year want to reducing teams create an under-17 to primarily six competition. players, as op- Brent Edwards “That’s why we’re posed to a mix creating a secondary of six, eight, and school competition 11-a-side teams, which will help this year - to get the numbers to get players more involved in up first.” the game. “Last year we established we Hockey Marlborough 2011 had a few problems,” Brett says. Format: Junior: Year 1 and 2 - Saturday; “Our numbers weren’t great, although we had a good core Year 3-6 - Monday; Year 7-8 Tuesday (starts May 7,9 and 10) group of people. Mixed Secondary School: “We’ve made a whole lot of Wednesday (starts May 11) changes this year.” Premier: Men’s and Women’s This season will also feature a new Division 1 competition Saturdays (starts May 7) Division 1: Women’s - Thurs(formerly known as the presiday; Men’s - Friday (starts May dents’ grade), involving five women’s and four men’s teams, 5 and 6).

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Highlanders capable of going all the way The Highlanders unlikely run in the Super 15 rugby compet it ion was widely expected to end on Saturday, when they came up against a red-hot Crusaders outfit in Nelson. The implications of an inevitable loss for the men from the deep south centred around what impact it would have on their season, and whether they were able to finish close enough to the Crusaders juggernaut to gain a bonus point. But what unfolded was more than Otago rugby fans could have expected. The run didn’t end; it gathered momentum. So much so that it has now

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catapulted the Highlanders from their ‘surprise package making a quick start out of the blocks’ status to one of ‘genuine title contender’. That might sound a bit like the mindset of an excited fan getting carried away with a monumental victory, but this achievement confirms beyond doubt the Highlanders are the real deal. Until now, they had not beaten a side ranked higher than eighth - the Hurricanes, Chiefs, Bulls, Cheetahs, Brumbies and Rebels among their victims. Some would say the Crusaders were depleted. Those people would do well to remember the

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Airshow delivers despite weather

Sir Peter Jackson took a break from filming his Lord of the Rings, to attend the 10th anniversary of the Classic Fighters Airshow in Blenheim over Easter. The theme for this year’s three-day show was “V for Victory”, symbolised by English Prime Minister Winston Churchill’s victory sign from WW2. Sir Peter is a regular spectator and occasionally gets more involved in the theatrics at the fundraiser for the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. This year, he has once again been very generous, putting his private collection of WW1 aircraft on display at the airshow and the centre’s museum. Sir Peter Jackson’s collection is considered by aviation enthusiasts to be one of the best in the world. The airshow is held every second year and sees replica and original aircraft from WW1 and WW2 take to the skies during the festival. This year’s show saw two Spitfires and a rare Focke-Wulf Fw190 from WW2 take part. A replica 1916 Albatross, (pictured far left) from WW1, was the oldest seen at this year’s show. The show attracts huge crowds over Easter. The 2009 event attracted 35,000 people and this year, with the weather proving to be a dampener, organisers expected numbers to be slightly down. Photos by Les Whiteside

V FOR VICTORY: Sir Peter Jackson takes time out with ‘Sir Winston Churchill’ aka Graham Lindsay at Classic Fighters over the weekend. Inset: A rare Focke-Wulf Fw190 in action on Friday.

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