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Wednesday August 17, 2011

Trespass confusion Local man Anthony Hanna believes his civil rights have been breached.

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Cancer bravery Survivor Sally Miller shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery.

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Pictured with the Renwick Community Memorial Hall are committee member Brian Powell, RSA secretary Bill Sterritt, President of the Renwick RSA branch Robin Harris, committee members Rata Harper and Anthony Smith who are opposing a proposed transfer of the hall’s ownership to the Ministry of Education. Photos by Celeste Lodewyk

‘We will fight’ Proposal to gift Renwick hall to school sparks debate

Ford reunion Phil Brown and Willie Smith are organising a reunion for past employees of Lucas Ford.

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By Celeste Lodewyk Renwick Community Memorial Hall committee members have vowed to “fight to the end” to prevent the hall’s ownership being transferred to the Renwick School.

Last Tuesday a heated public meeting was held between Renwick residents and members of the Renwick Community Memorial Hall committee to address the hall’s ownership.

The intention was for members of the public to

vote on the transfer of the hall’s ownership from the community to the Ministry of Education, to be administered by the Renwick School Board of Trustees.

The motion was put forward by Renwick business owner and member of the Renwick Residents’ Association Anthony van de Water.

Mr van de Water said the future of the hall lay with the school, and described the transfer as a “no-brainer”.

“This hall is a wonderful asset to the community but where I stand I can see its demise.

“Over the past 27 years there have been no improvements made to it, just maintenance which has been done as required.

“As far as I can see there is no or very little income (likely) from hall bookings in the future, whereas the school has the funds available to maintain it to a higher standard,” Mr van de Water said.

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The historic Kingston Flyer steam train is set to be operating again by October, after Marlborough vineyard owner David Bryce agreed to buy the train last week.

The tourist service, which operates in and around Queenstown, had faced an uncertain future after previous operator Kingston Acquisitions Ltd went into receivership in November 2009.

Mr Bryce has agreed to buy two steam locomotives, the vintage carriages, storage sheds, the Kingston Tavern (which closed soon after the service ceased) a 14km section of track to Fairlight, six residential lots, and other development land in the village, totalling about 80 hectares.

Trespass order ‘breach of civil rights’

By Damian George A Blenheim man says trespassing orders handed to him by the Marlborough District Council and Blenheim Police are a breach of his civil rights, and “just cannot fathom” what led to them being issued.

Anthony Hanna, unemployed, has been banned from setting foot on council grounds for two years, and was issued a trespass order from police which has since been dropped.

The penalties, as well as a third trespass order prohibiting him from the Maataa Waka animal control grounds, came after Mr Hanna tried to discuss the “unlawful” holding of his dog following its impoundment for being

off property.

Mr Hanna says he should not have had to pay the $180 to have the dog released, as the matter was not yet before the courts.

He says his initial meeting with council staff last Monday was good-natured, and the trespass order came as a major shock to him.

“I didn’t swear, it wasn’t heated – I just can’t fathom why I’ve been given a trespassing order,” he says.

“I own a house, I’m a ratepayer – I basically pay [council staff’s] wages.

“Why am I being treated like I’m a criminal?”

Following a meeting with council staff and CEO Andrew Besley which

anthony Hanna displays the trespass orders handed to him by the Marlborough District council and the Maataa Waka animal control company.

left the impoundment issue unresolved, Mr Haana decided to take the matter to police.

However, police refused to accept his complaint, before telling him to leave and that he would be issued with a trespass order if he returned.

He returned anyway, was arrested, and later issued with the trespass orders.

“It’s against my civil rights – I thought I had a right to make a complaint,” he says.

He says he was told to call the council on Friday to discuss the matter, but tried three times without luck.

MDC compliance manager Garth Congdon was unavailable for comment yesterday and on Monday.

Blenheim Police say they cannot comment on Mr Hanna’s arrest, as the matter was now before the courts.

Mr Hanna is due to appear in Blenheim District Court on September 5 to answer a charge of wilful trespass.

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Renwick hall ‘vote’ divides community Continued from Page 1.

During the meeting a number of residents, including outspoken hall committee member Rata Harper, claimed that according to the Deed of Constitution of the Renwick Community Memorial Hall the vote could not legally take place.

Instead an “indication of hands” was shown with 42 in favour and 19 against. The motion was deemed null and void and the meeting was closed without a decision being made. A hall committee meeting took place on Monday to help determine what

“The school’s view the next move will be. is that we are prepared T he Su n spoke to to take on the managea number of Renwick ment and overall care residents and business of the hall for the future owners following the but, as discussed at meeting to gauge their the meeting, we would feelings on the proposed prefer to do that with ownership transfer. the full support of the Renwick School Prin- Simon Heath community. cipal Simon Heath said “If this were to happen, then the he was impressed by the passion shown by the people who have a board of trustees would ensure long-standing involvement with that current stakeholders retain the hall, and that there was no their rights and use of the hall reason why the hall could not be facility, but we would also look at viewed as a centre for the commu- how we could improve the facility nity under the school’s leadership. over time.”

What others have to say: Brian Roughan, Renwick School Board of Trustees Chairman:

“Until we have a mandate from the community, we will not pursue the issue wit h t he M i n ist r y of Education.

“The Board would like to help our community to maintain and enhance the hall, but if this is not the wider community’s wish, we are happy to continue to work within the current arrangements.”

Lloyd Hanson, Renwick business and property owner:

“The hall should not go into private hands. The meeting held was undemocratic and only represented two thirds of the Renwick community and the hall’s ownership should not be decided by a show of hands, but rather by a referendum by the rate payers of Renwick.

“I was born and bred in Renwick, lived here for 42 years and was heavily involved in raising funds for the hall’s build. As far as I am

concerned this hall is not here for the taking, never has and never will be.

Rata Harper, Renwick business owner and Hall Committee member:

“I have sought legal advice and will fight this to the end.

“According to the hall’s Deed which was created in 1984, the School has use of the hall and it’s available for community events and the RSA. Why change something that is not broken?

“If it transitions to the school then the community’s entitlements will be reduced over time and the Renwick community will be at risk of losing a significant asset. And to do so would be disrespectful to those who in the past went to so much effort fundraising to build this hall.

“The hall was paid for within 12 months of being built and currently we have over $16,000 in the bank, so we are not broke.”

To share your thoughts on this issue, contact Celeste Lodewyk by phoning 03 5777868 or email celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz

Devine’s lawyers seek compensation

By Damian George The lawyers of salon owner Arthur Devine say they will be seeking compensation from his landlord following Mr Devine’s wrongful eviction from his Blenheim building.

Staff and customers turned up to Arthur Devine Inspired Salons and Spa on August 5 to find the salon was closed after landlord William Yates cancelled the proprietor’s lease.

Mr Devine owed Mr Yates “a good four-figure amount” in rent arrears, but an error at Mr Yates’ former law firm, Hardy Jones Clark, meant Mr Devine’s payment of that money was not picked up.

Mr Yates says Mr Devine did not advise him the payment had been made.

Mr Devine, 28, told The Sun the episode had been very stressful,

obligation to Mr Devine. and he had lost potential “Because this arose as a revenue as he has been result of the failure from operating only out of the Hardy Jones Clark to recompany’s Picton salon.

Mr Devine’s law firm, alise payment had been made, any such compenRadich Law, says Mr Yates has an obligation sation is a matter which will have to be passed on,” to help him recoup fihe says. nancial losses as a result Arthur Devine “It’s not anything Wilof the mistake. liam has done; from his “A legal wrong has been acknowledged by the landlord. point of view, William was simply As a matter of course, Arthur dealing with a tenant who was should be entitled to recover any significantly in arrears.”

Mr Yates says Mr Devine still losses that flow from that legal wrong, from the landlord,” Luke owes him money, as rent for the month of June has still not been Radich told The Sun. “We need to know from Mr Yates paid, nor have outgoings from July. if he’s going to front up with any Mr Devine’s five-year lease was assistance. He’s made no proposal due to expire on August 31. so far in that regard.”

Mr Clark says Mr Devine rejected However, Mr Yates’ new lawyer, a new lease, and the “ball is in his David Clark of Wisheart MacNab, court” as to whether he renews the says Mr Yates has no financial original one.

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Blenheim-born Ian Wedde was recently announced as New Zealand’s new poet laureate, taking over the role from Bluff poet Cilla McQueen.

Mr Wedde will receive $80,000 of public funding during his two-year tenure.

He is expected to produce a publication of the work written during the period and to publicly advocate for and present poetry.

By Damian George The Marlborough District Council has received a bill of more than $120,000 for the recently-completed review into allegations of wrongdoings within the organisation.

The council was given an invoice for $120,454, excluding GST, by special counsel Denis Sheard, who carried out the independent review, on Monday.

Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman estimated in a public meeting following the report’s findings last month that the review would likely cost “well in excess of $100,000”, a prediction which was on the money.

“We have received a detailed report showing there was no foundation to the allegations of corruption,” Mr Sowman said in a statement on Monday.

“The report dismisses the corruption claims and validates the council contract documentation and I think we can now all move on. I don’t propose to make any

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by Mr Sowman following not need revisiting.”

Councillor David Dew, allegations made by counwho tried to sway Cr Arcillor Jamie Arbuckle that buckle from requesting the council staff had tampered review, says he regrets that with tender documents, and the process had cost so much. that some people believed “I just think it’s a shame the organisation was corrupt. that so much money had to It found there was no evibe spent, but I think it had to dence of corruption by coun- Denis Sheard be done,” he told The Sun on cil representatives or within Monday. the organisation, though it did He says the review was a waste of money recommend more transparency in council and should never have happened, but the processes.

Cr Arbuckle says he believes Mr Sheard council now had to move on.

A council spokesperson says the money had conducted a thorough investigation to pay for the review will be sourced from into the matters raised.

“I accept that the Sheard inquiry has the council’s democratic services budget.

Mr Sheard interviewed 46 people in addressed those allegations, including matters of past history, and I accept the Blenheim in May and handed his report to the council on July 8. findings,” he said in a statement.

Marlborough saving energy Nearly 1000 homes across Marlborough have now been equipped with more energy efficient heating systems, government statistics show.

The latest figures show 944 homes in the region have now been ‘retrofitted’, with 499 of those coming in the last 12 months.

The increase is a result of the government’s Warm Up New

Zealand: Heat Smart initiative, which began in 2008, and offers subsidies for insulation and heat pump installation nationwide.

Kaikoura Electorate MP Colin King says the figures are encouraging for the region.

“At this time of year, it’s particularly important that our homes are warm, dry and healthy,” he says.

More than 114,000 homes have now been retrofitted across New Zealand.

Anyone who has a home built before 2000 is eligible to receive a 33 per cent subsidy, capped at $1300.

People with a community services card can get 60 per cent off the cost of installation.

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“Those families who have taken advantage of the Warm Up New Zealand: Heat Smart scheme will be feeling the benefits now that winter is well and truly upon us.”

Mr King says under-floor and ceiling insulation and clean heating such as heat pumps are important to help prevent the onset of winter allergies.

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The team at Alzheimers Marlborough recently organised a number of quilts to be sent to the Alzheimers Canterbury office to be distributed out by social workers.

The quilts were made by members of the Marlborough Quilting community during a ‘Quiltathon’.

The quilts have brightened the spirits of staff, people with dementia and their carers and families.

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Mayor’s award just the beginning for graduate

By Damian George Look out for the name Gurjeet Singh.

The Marlborough horticulturalist says there is “more to come” in his budding career following his graduation from the New Zealand Horticulture Training Organisation recently.

Mr Singh is one of the local graduates set to receive an award from Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman at this year’s Marlborough Regional Industry Training Graduation Ceremony on Saturday.

The annual awards are an event of the nationwide Mayors Taskforce for Jobs organisation, which supports and publicises youth employment within local communities.

Mr Singh, who obtained his Advanced Level 4 national certificate in horticulture, says he has big plans for his career.

“There will be more [recognitions] to come,” he says.

“I want to start a business in the viticul-

ture industry in the future, “Now, I think I have a hopefully a contracting really good knowledge company or something about grapes that I can which has to do with vitiapply everywhere in the culture.” vineyards.”

Mr Singh, who moved to Mr Singh has already New Zealand from India in completed a Bachelor of 2003, currently works as a Arts in history and politics supervisor at Tetley Brook in his home country.

Estate, near Seddon, where He says his politics backhe has been since 2007. ground has served him well Though he had spent in the wine industry. time working on vineyards “My thoughts and ideas previously, the two-year usually come from political course has given him a far science – that’s what I was better understanding of the Gurjeet Singh studying back home,” he science behind the art of says. wine-making, he says.

“My ideology is mostly “I knew what to do but I didn’t know why based on that.”

I was doing it,” he says of the labouring Mr Singh now wants to complete his work.

Level 5 national certificate in viticulture, “The only reason we were doing it was which he is planning to do in either because we were getting paid for it.

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Tool Black to contest world champs Ble n h ei m f lo r i st Aroha Hebberd is set to join a 17-strong New Zealand squad at the WorldSk ills young trade trainees world championships in London in October.

The Pink Poppie florist will be the only local face in the Tool Blacks team which will do battle against more than 1000 competitors in the event regarded as the ‘Olympics’ for young tradespeople.

The New Zealand representatives were selected following their performances in the national champion-

ships last year.

Categor ies at the event include trades such as hairdressing, plumbing, carpentry, co ok i ng, weld i ng, bricklaying and autobody repair.

Aroha was part of t h e New Z e a l a n d team which competed in the Global Skills Challenge in Australia earlier this year as a warm-up for the world champs.

More than 150,000 visitors are expected to attend the event, which will be the largest international skills competition in the world.

Aroha Hebberd will join the Tool Blacks at the WorldSkills young trade trainees world championships in London later this year.

Wild weather set to continue

By Damian George country over the last A cold front bringing few days, is set to abate snow and sleet showers slightly by Friday, with is set to remain in the snow rising to above Marlborough region 400m and winds easover the next few days, ing. the MetService says.

The wild weather is MetService weather set to mostly clear by forecaster Micky Mali- the weekend, Mr Malivuk says showers and vuk says. rain or sleet near the Snow caused maMarlborough coastline jor disruption in the are set to pass through Marlborough region the region today, with yesterday, with Rainsnow forecast above bow Skifield in St Ar300 metres. naud and many roads It is predicted to ease forced to close. and become confined All bus services be- Archie Botham plays to the Kaikoura coast tween Christchurch and in the snow up the and ranges by the after- Picton were also closed, Taylor Pass, Blenheim noon, he says. while trains were oper- on Sunday.

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Opening up about cancer The answer to beating cancer is accepting it and talking about it, according to cancer survivor Sally Miller and husband Alan.

Sun reporter Damian George talks to the couple about their journey through the illness.

Sally and Alan Miller are looking forward to a brighter future as Sally continues her encouraging recovery from Lymphoma, a form of cancer.

Sally and Alan Miller have a simple message for anyone who is going through a battle with cancer: don’t do it alone.

The couple went through a “harrowing” time in the early stages after Sally was diagnosed with a form of Lymphoma cancer about 12 months ago - from which she is nearing a full recovery.

But from the couple’s journey came an unlikely positive story, in the form of unbreakable new friendships forged through the cancer society.

Though their scheduled meetings have now ended, the group of about 20 cancer survivors and their partners have decided to still meet regularly off their own back.

It is this support, Alan says, which helped he and Sally through one of the toughest periods of their lives.

“Suddenly, out of the blue being diagnosed with cancer, it’s a harrowing experience to go through, it really is,” Alan says.

“But being with these people and learning about their problems and helping to support them, that’s the great thing.”

Sally says the group have forged a bond which will be the answer for one of them should their health take a downward turn.

“When the need arises, this group will rally, no matter what the circumstances are,” she says.

The group’s journey started a year ago, when Sally was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin follicular lymphoma, following a visit to the doctor prompted by bowel and stomach pains.

Her doctor noticed the medication she had been taking for depression had caused her kidney function to deteriorate, and referred her to a specialist.

From there, a tumour measuring 140mm in length and 80mm in depth (Alan says roughly the size of a mini rugby ball) was discovered in Sally’s abdomen.

Alan says the tumour was pushing against Sally’s intestine, causing the pain.

“We learned about all of this - the background to what the doctors were doing - from the cancer society,” he says.

“They are so efficient with all of the information and physical and emotional support they can give, and taking the ‘nasties’ out of it.”

The couple were invited to attend a six-week programme at the cancer society following Sally’s diagnosis, which Sally describes as a “guided tour through the journey of cancer”.

She underwent chemotherapy to treat the tumour at Wairau Hospital, but it was only when it was suggested by an oncology doctor that Sally considered radiotherapy.

For that, she went to Wellington Hospital, where she was treated once a day for 12 days over a twoand-a-half-week period.

Though it helped to further reduce the tumour, the treatment took its toll on her mentally, Sally says.

“I stood there and felt quite lost [after the treatment].

“I felt like my reaction to the radiotherapy...it was becoming part of my nature.

“But I think I needed to go through that experience and feel unwell to discover that I still had some work to do, and to realise the difficulties other people are going through.”

The tumour is now only the size of a golf ball, and Alan and Sally are now looking forward to enjoying a much smoother road ahead.

Sally has this message for anyone who may have to go through what she has.

“The answer to cancer is accepting it, taking all of the advice you can, and taking what you need for yourself.

“It’s not a journey you do on your own; it’s important to have someone at your side.”

Sally will have a check-up with a radiologist in six weeks and, from there, “the sky’s the limit”.

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Sun readers have their say...

Q: People seem to be more accepting of crime these days. Are you?

Nicola Corbishley Blenheim

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George Ilingworth Blenheim

June Fields Blenheim

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Neville Ham Blenheim

It’s becoming more common and you don’t seem to flinch as much, and I’m not suprised. But it’s still wrong.

The law seems to be protecting the rights of the criminals nowdays and there seems to be very little respect for the Law in this community.

The younger people seem to be more accepting of crime, more so than the older people.

Not so much accepting, but feeling overwhelmed by it all.

No, because people are still committing the same amount of crimes and nothing different seems to be done about it.

No, it’s not right.

People work hard to get what they have got.

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Letters to the editor Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words. They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication.

The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold unsuitable letters from publication.

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Renwick Community Memorial Hall Meeting Dear Ed, It was gratifying to see so many people attend the meeting on Tuesday night which resulted in a good majority, once again , voting in favour of proceeding with the proposed transfer of ownership to the Ministry of Education. If the transfer is successful the building will be fully funded and maintained to a much higher standard out into the future.

The passage of time and the changing social and recreational needs of our community have resulting in a hugely reduced usage of the Hall and the financial structure of the present

administration coming under threat.

The Hall at present requires considerable upgrading and maintenance, the cost of which would far exceed the present funds held.

Many of us have worked tirelessly for the Hall over the past years and it would be nice to be able to maintain the status quo, but we cannot let emotion and living in the past stand in the way of a bright and well maintained future for our wonderful Hall building, and that is with our School and the citizens of tomorrow – our children.

Helen Miller Renwick

No right to give hall away Dear Editor, With regard to your notice in The Sun [August 10] concerning the Renwick Community Hall: a number of people, a committee and council had absolutely NO RIGHT, legally or morally, to give away this property, which rightfully

belongs to 45,000 Marlburians.

Charge the Education Department rent to cover maintenance and upkeep or, alternatively, let them do all that, including all expenses.

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Daffodil Day Friday August 26 – where bright smiles and beautiful daffodil flowers grace the streets as Cancer Society volunteers venture out to sell daffodils and collect donations for the annual fundraiser.

More than $70,000 was raised in Marlborough last year and Cancer Society Marlborough staff and volunteers are looking forward to another successful Daffodil Day. As well as providing an opportunity to raise awareness of cancer in New Zealand, Daffodil Day is a major funding source for the Cancer Society.

All donations received in Marlborough stays in Marlborough and goes towards providing a wide range of support services, information, health promotion, awareness campaigns and programmes for people affected by cancer.

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Cuddly and cute Milly Bears on sale Cuddly, cute and a great gift idea the Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day Bear is on sale again, and this year the bear’s name is Milly.

Last year 250 bears were Cancer Society Marlborough volunteer co-coordinator ordered for Marlborough Margaret Tepania with the Daffodil Day Bears being sold but because of its popularity, in support of Daffodil Day. they sold out very quickly.

So this year, the Cancer Milly the Daffodil Day Bear retails for Society Marlborough is urging people to $10 and are available at the Cancer Society get in quick before they miss out.

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Cancer Society Marlborough volunteer Pat Dean has personally experienced cancer so understands the importance of the work done by the Society.

Many years ago Pat was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer and after surviving she made the decision to become a volunteer.

After retiring, Pat followed through with her goal of helping others affected by cancer and became a Cancer Society volunteer three years ago.

“The most rewarding part of being a volunteer is being able to help in one way or another, and being available to listen.

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“You don’t have to be directly affected by cancer to be a Cancer Society volunteer, we appreciate anyone wanting to help and will welcome any enquires,” she says.

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Hurricaines and Manawatu star player Aaron Cruden is proud to support the Cancer Society’s Daffodil Day after surviving testicular cancer.

Aaron was diagnosed in 2008 after finding a lump in one of his testicles while showering. He was only 19.

Aaron underwent surgery and had the testicle removed but was later told the cancer had spread to his lungs.

What followed was a gruelling nine week course of chemotherapy. Afterwards Aaron received the news that he was in full remission and only needs to undergo annual health checks.

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Show your generosity and support Daffodil Day on Friday, August 26.

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Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch and live entertainment this Daffodil Day The wonderful team at Marlborough Community College will be preparing a delicious lunch in the Market Place, Blenheim on Friday, August 26.

There will be pumpkin soup and bread rolls, sweet and savoury muffins and tasty chicken wraps from 11:30am -2pm. Show your support and enjoy Daffodil Day celebrations in Blenheim and Picton.

The Cancer Society Marlborough receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of the Marlborough community to provide services.

Thank you Marlborough for your ongoing financial and volunteer support.

Daffodil Day is Friday, the 26th of August, we look forward to seeing you.

Picton one of first to celebrate Daffodil Day Picton resident Betty McKenzie still remembers trundling around Picton’s industrial area pushing a borrowed vegetable trolley laden with daffodil flowers.

She was the first to introduce Daffodil Day to Marlborough.

Betty’s mother began Daffodil Day in Ragland in the North Island where she raffled a cake and sold daffodil flowers.

Betty thought if her mother could do it, so could she.

“I didn’t feel shy about it, I pushed that trolley around and asked anyone around if they wanted to buy a daffodil. There weren’t many who said no,” she laughs.

Betty and her husband picked and bunched the daffodils themselves before selling them for a donation, while in Blenheim a “huge” cake was raffled.

This soon sparked an interest in the wider community and Daffodil Day in Marlborough began.

“People were very supportive from

the beginning and it’s been strongly supported since,” Betty says.

Today daffodils are sourced from all over the Sounds areas and are delivered to Picton by quad bike, four wheel drive vehicles and boats.

This year alone saw 1000 bulbs planted at the end of Broadway Street in Picton by volunteers and students.

At present Picton has more than 70 volunteers and are co-ordinated by Noeline and Trevor Gould.

Daffodil Day lunch Blenheim:

The creative team at Marlborough Community College will be preparing a scrumptious lunch at the Market Place in Blenheim on Daffodil Day. Warm your stomach with delicious pumpkin soup and bread roll, snack on a tasty chicken wrap or tempt your tastebuds with a freshly made sweet or savoury muffin.

The lunch will run from 11:30am to 2pm and will be accompanied by live entertainment.

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There will be a sausage sizzle being cooked outside the Harcourts building while volunteers sell Daffodils at the Mariners Mall and outside the Dog and Frog Cafe.

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Livestock not affected by polar blast The polar blast which has hit most of New Zealand and is expected to continue in coming days will not adversely affect livestock, Federated Farmers of New Zealand says.

“As with the front several weeks ago, the MetService gave us plenty of warning to shift vulnerable stock into sheltered paddocks and into yards.

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“Lambs and calves are incredibly robust.

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SEASOL: infOrmAtiOn EvEning

Seasol are giving a Technical Update of Trial Data on Thursday 1 September, 5:30pm at Heartland Hotel with a focus on “Seasol for wine & Grape Production”. Seasol is sold exclusively through Elders.

The first 15 people to RSVP will recieve a free Seasol 20L product sample.

Please RSVP to Sandy at blenheim.merch@elders.co.nz or at 03 577 9841

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Last season Scarecrow introduced their new loop tag gun which some vineyards have claimed have reduced labour costs by up to 50% when net clipping.

This year Scarecrow has partnered with Rent Plus to provide vineyard managers and owners with the opportunity to take advantage of renting options to finance their Scarecrow netting requirements.

This gives our customers the ability to spread out payments and ease the burden on cash flow instead of having to pay cash upfront. For some vineyards the ability to obtain the netting they need right now for the upcoming

season to ensure yield may hinge upon this.

Scarecrow and Rent Plus want to help more vineyards protect their assets and thrive in business by providing finance options.

How do I apply for the opportunity to rent my Scarecrow Netting?

Contact your Scarecrow Representative on 0800 722 732, complete the simple Rent Plus application form, then Rent Plus will process your application.

Scarecrow also stocks and sells weed mat, shade cloth, wind break, cherry netting and much more!!!

For all your bird netting requirements this season contact Scarecrow to find out how they can add value to your business.

For more information about Rent Plus, refer to www.rentplus. co.nz, and for more information about Scarecrow Crop Protection phone 0800 722 732, email info@scarecrowsolutions.com or check out their website www. scarecrowsolutions.com

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Marlborough Farming with the Blenheim Sun

Lifestyle • Viticulture • Farming

Farmers will back milk price inquiry Federated Farmers of New Zealand says it will represent dairy farmers at any milk pricing inquiry, but with separate reviews of raw milk regulations currently being done by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), Treasury, and the Ministry of Economic Development (MED), a new inquiry would be “premature and confusing”.

The National party caucus gave the green light to a parliamentary select committee inquiry into milk prices last week.

“Anywhere, anytime, any place, Federated Farmers will put the farmer’s case [forward],” Federated Farmers dairy chairperson Willy Leferink says.

“As a taxpayer and a dairy industry participant, I still think it is premature to hold a Commerce Select Committee inquiry into retail milk prices when an interdepartmental review of the Raw Milk regulations is still to report.”

Mr Leferink says retail milk prices have

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“It seems we’re going into another milk price inquiry because, over five years, milk prices increased seven per cent higher than inflation,” he says.

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Born and raised in Perth, Western Australia, Megan was first discovered when she won a modeling competition at age 18. After several years of modeling in Australia, Megan catapulted to international fame when she was cast in a television commercial for Vodafone Italy and was selected as a face of Australia in Italy.

Megan has excelled in both the local and international modeling industry for more than 15 years. She has worked

both on the catwalk and in front of the camera, plus has recently embraced new challenges behind the camera also. She has appeared on the cover of countless magazines, including Marie Claire and Australian Women’s Weekly, and has modeled for numerous leading fashion houses both in Australia and abroad.

Megan has also long prioritised her work with philanthropic organisations and charitable ventures designed to make the world a better place. This is highlighted through her work with the Australian Red Cross, Kids Help Line and the Breast Cancer Foundation.

Be Bold & Beautiful Come and check out our beautiful range of hats, and brighten up Blenheim this spring!

Drop Earrings

Extremely long drop earrings are also big this year, the longer the better.

This is a great chance to really make a fashion statement with your jewellery.

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If you like to be up to date with what the time is, then one great trend is the thin metal watch in either silver or gold.

At the other end of the spectrum, thick cuff watches that you can slide on like a bracelet are also really popular. These are basically a watch embedded in a cuff of fabric and they come in loads of different colours and styles. Bright, bold colors and intricate designs are key ways to wear them, and they’re sure to make your outfit pop.

Necklaces:

Also really big for the coming season are vintage-style pendant necklaces.

Large pendants are a great way of adding detail to any outfit, and you can choose from a range of different pendants such as ones made from metal or plastic or even fabric flower pendants attached to a long string of beads for a pretty, feminine look.

Crystals:

One final recommendation for top 2011 jewellery trends are bright, pretty crystals, such as those by Swarovski.

Crystals are an eternally popular fashion trend as they’re such a classic design and the intricate detail they entail can go a long way to giving your accessories that added ‘bling’ to help you stand out from the crowd while keeping their classic edge that means they’ll always be popular.

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LONG, Hayden and Amanda are pleased to announce the arrival of Jayden Shaun Lee (9lb 3oz) on July 20th, 2011 at 9.11am at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Gemma, Haylie and Danny. Special thanks to midwife Carole Thompson, Dr Helen Crampton, Theatre and Maternity staff.

O'DONNELL/ROWE: Antony O'Donnell and Antonia Rowe are please to announce the early but safe arrival of Marcus Andrew Terry O'Donnell. Born July 22, 2011 at 11:30pm (7lb) at Christchurch Women's Hospital. A big thank you to all the medical staff.

MALINS: Dylan and Amanda are excited to announce the safe arrival of Caitlin Rose Ann. 9lb 3oz on August 09th at 9.27am at Wairau Hospital. A huge thanks to Gwen Costello, Sue and Tai. And to my Mum and Dad, and all the Maternity Ward Staff.

BOWLER: Steven and Liza are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their second child. A baby boy, Toby Denis Lorrie Bowler. 6lb 4oz on August 7th. A brother for Dayna. Huge thanks to our midwife Ruth Johnson and all the staff on the Maternity Ward.

DILLON: Mark and Abbey are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Madison Anne. 8lb 7oz on 12th August at 17.57 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwife Carole and all the staff in the Maternity Ward.

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

HICKMAN: Paul and Nadine are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their daughter Victoria Jane. On 10th August at 2.43pm. 7lb 12oz. A beautiful sister for Ashlee, Matthew and Samantha. Our special thanks to to the fantastic Maternity Ward Staff at Wairau Hospital.

NATIVE: Jimmy and Kataraina Paki are pleased to have their baby girl Amiria Hetaraka-RatapuHotere-Houra-Paki. 5lb 14oz. On 13th August 2011 at 9.15pm at the Wairau Hohipera. Baby sister to Chevo-Paretekanawa Kipa. T.F.H to the family.

IRELAND: David and Anita (nee Anderson) are proud to announce the speedy and safe arrival of their daughter Shanae Zara (5lb 12oz), born Sunday, 17th July, 2011 at 1.27am, at Wairau Hospital. A precious wee sister for a very proud Caitlin, Ashley, Daemyn and Kobi.

MuM OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Amanda Malins this week’s lucky winner of the New World $25 voucher to spend at New World Blenheim.

Our winner is invited to bring her ID in to claim her prize when she next visits New World Blenheim.

“Proudly 100% locally owned and operated” Tel: 03 520 9030, Fax: 03 520 9080, Email: blenheim@newworld-si.co.nz

WINITANA: Riki and Lisa along with big brother Cayse, are pleased to announce the arrival of Connor Rurehe (8lb 1oz) on July 31st 2011. A huge thanks to to our Midwife Carole Thompson.

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out & about

Wednesday August 17, 2011

 At left : Fiona Agent and Les Lodewyk spotted near Rainbow Ski Field enjoying a snowy picnic.  Below: Araiara Bristowe at the car park going up to Rainbow Skifield on Saturday.

Photo provided.

occurrence of tside to witness the rare  UFS staff gathered ou snow in Blenheims CBD.

 Lauren Perano (7) pla ys in the snow up Taylor Pass Road, Blenh eim on Monday.

 Left: Timu Beech (2) and mum Sarah at the South Island Moto Trials Championships in Blenheim over the weekend.

 William Baker (4) and Emily Baker (2) went along to support their father, Jason Baker at the South Island Moto Trials Championships in Blenheim over the weekend.

Rounds three and four of the South Island Moto Trials Championships was held in Blenheim over the weekend and saw a number of local and visiting riders participate.

Here is a selection of photographs from Saturday.

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community notices

Wednesday August 17, 2011

death notices

death notices HILLS, Helen Joyce: Passed peacefully, August 11, 2011, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Calvin (Joe), much loved Mum of Lynette, Murray, and Joanne, and their special partners and families. Messages to Lynette Evans, 26 Richmond Road, Pohara, RD 1, Takaka 7183. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. “Now at peace and reunited with Joe”. By request, a private cremation will be held. A service and ashes interment for Joe and Helen will be held at Fairhall Cemetery Thursday August 18, at 11am.

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings.

Community Notices must be pre-paid. 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 Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 578 9704

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.

M ental Health Co nsu m er 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.

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(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.

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.

SPCA Cocktails and Cupcakes

Drinks and nibbles at the Secret Garden on Thursday 25 August. Tickets $25 at Jamies Coffee Cart, Springlands Vet and SPCA.

St Vincent De Paul Shop

Starting Wednesday 17th August. Every item $1.00. For 1 week only.

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is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Items surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.

Weekly Sunday Market

Wynen St Carpark, 8.00am - 1.00pm. Produce, crafts, plants, books, preserves, general goods.

Traders Welcome $5.00 car space. No bookings necessary. Information Joan 578 7918.

CROSSWORD

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' patie nt s re quiring A /H consultations please phone 5780470.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271.

Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5 7 7 5 5 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

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Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am4pm / Tue, Thrus 9.30-3pm.

Hospital Visiting Hours Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10amNoon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting Free,confidential budgeting advice. Monday -Friday. Phone 578 2006.

Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend d o c to r 573 6 0 92 o r Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

Seddon Health Clinic M o n d a y 10 a m -1p m; Wednesday 5pm-7pm. For an appointment ph 575 7757 After hours: Marlborough GP Services: Reception: 520 6377.

Office: 520 9980.

HAINES, Ellen Josephine (Ellie): Peacefully, at Fairview Hospital, Blenheim, on August 11, 2011. Loved wife of the late Ken, loved mother of Josie Terry (Lower Hutt), and Brian (Australia), loved Nana of Leith (Lower Hutt), Sarne (Australia), and Great Nana of Seth (Lower Hutt). Messages to 48 York Street, Moera, Lower Hutt 5010. The family wish to thank Fairview Hospital and Aberleigh Rest Home for their love and support over the years with Ellie. At the family’s request, a private service has been held for Ellie.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz RUSSELL, Mavis Ella: On Friday August 12, 2011, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, Blenheim. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Des and Janice; loved Nan of Malcolm and Trina, Sharon and Wayne, treasured Great Nan of Charlie and Anika; Marcos and Aaron. Messages to 52 Hillcrest Avenue, Blenheim 7201.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz SEARLE, Lillian June Petal (June): Peacefully, at Wairau Hospital on 14 August 2011.

Aged 80 years. Loved wife of Mac for 54 years, loved mother of Charles and his partner Loreen and treasured sister of Dale and the late Neville. Sadly missed by all family. Messages to 19a Admiralty Place Picton 7220. In lieu of flowers donations to the Picton Stroke Group would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for June will be held at the Union Parish Church Picton at 1 pm Thursday 18 August followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz PARKER, Pearl: Our beloved special Mum, Nana and Great Nana passed away, peacefully, at home in Blenheim on 13 August 2011, surrounded by her family, in the month of her 90th birthday. Wife of her late beloved

“Billy”(Bill), mother and mother-in-law of Anne, Brian, Anne Kathleen, Maria and the late Nigel Parker, devoted nana of Kate, Scott, Jessica and Edward (Eddie), and proud great grandmother of Lena, Saskia, Lucy, Chloe and Caleb. Lap companion of Tali and Harvey (the Yorkies!) A treasured friend to all who knew her. A special thank you to Rachael and Jo and all Pearl’s wonderful carers at the Hospice. Messages to 42 Weld St Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 411 Blenheim. A celebration of Pearl’s life will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred St at 2 pm Thursday 18 August followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz LEWIS, Harold Arthur: On 13 August 2011, peacefully, at Renwick. Aged 66 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Shirley, much loved father and father-in-law of Serena and Mark Cheesman and John and Sarah, loving brother and brother-in-law of Barry and the late Barbara Priest, Dave and the late May Cross, Ivan and the late Margret, Val and Ron Alcorn and the late Harold Saunders, Pam and Graham Wadsworth, and Trish and Ian Christison, treasured uncle and great uncle and loved son-in-law of Bell MacDonald. Messages to 6 Kowhai Drive Renwick 7204. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service or sent to P O Box 233 Blenheim 7240. A service for Harold will be held at Clubs Marlborough, Alfred St Blenheim, at 1.30 pm Wednesday 17 August followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

LEWIS, Harold Arthur: Old Unc you had the biggest heart and the kindness soul. Our hearts are heavy with sadness and tears, but our memories are full with love. Because of the love you gave us you will never be far from our hearts.

Love you always. Kaylene (Saunders) & Jason Hollard.

CRESSWELL, Noel Wesley: On August 12, 2011, peacefully. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Joyce, much loved father and father-in-law of Wayne (deceased) and Jan, Raymond and Karen, and Gwen and Donald Win. Loved Pop of Jason, and Leeann; Anna, Lisa, Leon and Alex; and Melanie and Jared, and a loved great Grand Pop. Messages to 53A Lakings Road, Blenheim 7201. At Noel’s request, a private service has been held.

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

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By Damian George Thousands of children in Eastern Europe are about to receive a welcome early Christmas present from a Marlborough community group ahead of the region’s harsh northern winter.

The Marlborough branch of the nationwide Operation Cover Up, part of the international Mission Without Borders organisation, was due to ship off a year’s worth of hand-knitted woollen garments on Saturday.

St Christopher’s Church Hall, in Redwoodtown, was decked out the impressive haul of well over a thousand blankets, jerseys, hats, scarves, slippers, socks, toys and babywear on Friday and Saturday morning.

The items will go to orphanages and poorer families in Ukraine, Romania and Moldova.

Programme coordinator Ruth Buckley says she is grateful for the outstanding effort from the Marlborough community this year.

“It’s been great, seeing as how we’ve already sent some items to Christchurch after the [February] earthquake as well. It’s very impressive.”

She says donations are welcome for freight costs, which are $4 a blanket.

Mission Without Borders is a Christian organisation which supports people suffering the effects of poverty or persecution.

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By Celeste Lodewyk The weekend’s threatening rain clouds failed to put a damper on rounds three and four of the South Island Moto Trials Championships held in Blenheim on Saturday and Sunday.

Marlborough was well represented with five local riders

showcasing their skills against competitors from as far away as Dunedin and Kapiti Coast.

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By Damian George Blenheim cricketer Ben Wheeler has been named as one of Central Districts’ 12 contracted players for the upcoming domestic season.

The 19-year-old all-rounder, who has secured his first contract, has played 10 first-class matches for the province since his debut in March last year, and was part of the New Zealand A side which took part in the recentlycompleted Emerging Players Tournament in Australia.

The left-arm swing bowler is joined on the list by fellow young quicks Doug Bracewell, Bevan Small and Adam Milne, who debuted for New Zealand in a twenty20 match last season.

T he Stags have The one-day trophy picked up batting allwill be contested over rounder Greg Todd eight rounds and will from Auckland. be played either side of CD begins its season the HRV Cup. against Wellington in The first five rounds Napier on Novembegin on November ber 7, in the first of 25, with the remainthree pre-Christmas ing three resuming on Plunket Shield fourJanuary 26. day matches.

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CD squad: Doug Bracewell, The top two teams will contest Jamie How, Peter Ingram, Mia final. chael Mason, Adam Milne, The HRV Cup begins on De- Kieran Noema-Barnett, Tarun cember 18, and includes two full Nethula, Mathew Sinclair, Bevan rounds, with the top two teams Small, Greg Todd, Kruger van to contest a final on January 22. Wyk, Ben Wheeler.

Tournament a ‘learning curve’ for under-13 side >HoCK E y

By Damian George Marlborough under-13 boys hockey coach Greg Payne says his side’s showing in a tournament in Blenheim on the weekend served as a big learning curve for his players.

Marlborough went down to 8-2 to Wairarapa, 10-1 to Wellington, and 13-0 to Canterbury in the five-team warm-up tournament for October’s national competition in Masterton.

“It was the first time the boys have really been together as a unit and played a game, so it gave us a chance to have a look at where we’re up to,” Payne says.

“The results were a little bit disappointing.”

Payne says despite the lopsided

scores, there were some encouraging periods of play from his side which he took heart from.

However, they could not sustain the level of intensity needed to beat the top teams.

“In the game against Wairarapa, we were in it for quite a long time then the score just blew out towards the end,” he says.

“It was 3-2 or 4-2 in the second half and we were creating opportunities.

“Then the Wairarapa boys just lifted it and we just couldn’t go with them.”

Payne says the match against Wellington also went well in patches, but “silly little mistakes” let the side down.

“And soft goals got let in which you just can’t afford to let in.”

He says a match-up with Nelson, who Marlborough did not play in the tournament, would have given his side a better measurement of where it was at, as it had beaten that side twice last year.

Payne says he expects his side to struggle at the national tournament, but wants to see his players fight.

“We want to be competitive against some of those sides.

“We’ve got a month or so to work on these things, and a couple of exchanges with Nelson and that type of thing.

“The boys need to work on their composure on the ball, being a bit stronger than they are, and just having that desire to get that 50-50 ball.

“They just need a little bit of confidence.”

Your week in sport

Williams’ comments an emotional boil over New Zealand caddy Steve Williams’ comments following Adam Scott’s victory at the Bridgestone Invitational golf tournament recently have sparked a lot of furore right around the world.

Williams, who became the latest casualty of former heavyweight Tiger Woods’ meltdown when he was dumped by the American two weeks ago, claimed Scott’s victory was the best moment of his career.

“I have been caddying for more than 30 years now. I have won 145 times and that is the best win of my life,” Williams said after the tournament.

People have questioned whether this can really be the case; they’ve

criticised him for stealing Scott’s moment and they’ve wondered whether Williams realises he didn’t actually play.

To me, the explanation is simple: it was an emotional boil over.

Williams, quite rightly, clearly felt aggrieved to be a victim of Tiger’s downturn. After all, the pair had won 13 out of Woods’ 14 majors together.

Quite what impact a caddy has on a golfer’s performance is unclear to most people who do not play golf seriously.

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Reunion set to remember iconic local family Willie Smith (left) and Phil Brown are organising a reunion to be held in D e ce mb e r for employees who worked at the Ford Dealership. Photo by

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Above: The Lucas Ford building during its reconstruction stage in 1981. Below: Lucas Ford was originally situated where the new Alfred Street car park now sits. Photos supplied.

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By Celeste Lodewyk Reminiscing on past memories from the days of working for local man Ted Lucas will be just one of the highlights of a reunion organised for past employees of Lucas Bros Ltd (Lucas Ford) in December.

The reunion will take place December 3 and is being organised by Willie Smith and Phil Brown.

The Marlborough business is now known as McKendry Ford, but its roots stem back to the early 1900’s to the Lucas family.

Ed and his brother Fred Lucas first started a service garage in 1919 and later went on to lease a premise in Blenheim when they also took on the Ford franchise in Marlborough.

In 1929 the Lucas brothers constructed a purpose built dealership in Alfred Street, where the new car park building now stands, where it remained for more than 60 years.

When Ed retired in 1958, his son Ted took over the business which he ran for a number of years before selling the franchise to Steven Overton.

It is this time period which the reunion will be focusing on.

Looking back through old photographs, Willie and Phil recall their own memories.

Willie began his mechanics apprenticeship after leaving school in 1976 and was one of the last original staff to leave. From there he worked his way up to the service manager position.

Phil joined the sales team in 1981 after leaving Christchurch for Blenheim for a lifestyle change.

“We had some great times and all really enjoyed working for Ted,” Willie says.

“Ted was a really good boss and the business had a real family feel to it,” adds Phil.

The reunion will be held at the Clubs of Marlborough. For those who would like to attend the reunion or to find out more information, contact Phil on 577 9959, email motors@xtra.co.nz or alternatively phone Willie on 021 732 446.

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