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Local farmers Therese and Wally Amsler received an early spring surprise when one of their purebred Coopworth ewes gave birth to quadruplets a week ago. Cruz Graham (14 months) enjoys his first ever cuddle with a lamb while its mother and siblings watch on with interest. This was the first time the Amsler’s had quadruplets born on their property and they were thrilled they all survived. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk and Tony Laplanche.

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Reform Bill a ‘half-job’ By Damian George Drug Arm Blenheimchairman Roy Ramsey says changes made to the Government’s Alcohol Reform Bill are a “halfjob” and it is dreaming if it thinks they will fix New Zealand’s drinking problem in the next 12 months. The Government last Roy Ramsey week accepted all of the 130 changes suggested by the Justice and Electoral Select Committee to tighten restrictions on advertising and sponsorship of alcohol. They include banning alcohol sales in dairies and regulating advertising in grocery stores, while a proposed split alcohol purchase age - 18 at bars and 20 at off-license premises - was not changed. Mr Ramsey, who offers help to drunken people on Blenheim streets through the Drug Arm van, says the government has not gone far enough with its changes. “The purchasing age needs to be addressed, and I think we need to be talking about a drinking age because we haven’t actually had that debate before,” he told The Sun. “There are many reasons why youths should not be drinking, and huge evidence to suggest that kids should not be drinking because it affects brain development.” Continued Page 2.

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Diverse market a ‘new concept’ NEW TASTE [left to right]: Chen Zhihao of Fan’s Chinese Restaurant, Anita Burrell-Smith of Alpha & Omega, JJ’s Coffey owner Jamie Son [front], V Negi from Maharaja India, and Sakim Sushi’s Lucas Park will some of the fare they will be serving at Sunday’s market. Mr Son is holding baking from Maggie Jane’s baking company.

By Damian George Local barista Jamie Son hopes his new multi-cultural food market in central Blenheim’s Market Place will become a daily feature during Rugby World Cup 2011. Mr Son, who runs JJ’s Coffee caravan at Market Place, will hold his first market at the venue this Sunday after being granted consent by the Marlborough District Council recently. The market has been given a twomonth trial period, after which Mr Son and the council will assess the

venture’s future. But Mr Son plans to re-approach the council after two weeks to discuss the possibility of the market running daily during the World Cup. “We plan to show tourists that we have organised something in the CBD area for people to do during the World Cup,” he says. “Rather than just having them spend ten minutes in the CBD and leave, this may let people stay a little longer than they would. “It will be quite a good market, and it’s a new concept.”

The daily attraction would include an arts and crafts exhibition on Monday, a fundraising day for schools and charities on Tuesday, and the multi-cultural food market on Wednesday. Thursday would be a seafood day, mainly featuring mussels, and Friday would be a wine day showcasing Marlborough wines. At this stage, Mr Son has about ten people on board with the project. They include local cooks from a range of nationalities, including Indonesian, Indian, Korean, Japanese,

Chinese and Czech. He says the idea was sparked by a desire to help migrant cultures in Blenheim generate another source of income in a difficult economic time. “They will have first choice in terms of getting into the market and setting up the stalls,” he says. “But it’s not only for migrant people; it’s for everyone.” Mr Son is welcoming interest from any cooks or wineries who want to help with the initiative. Want to get involved? Call Mr Son on 021 268 8322.

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From Page 1. Mr Ramsey says he is not sure exactly what the drinking age should be, but research shows alcohol can affect brain development up until the age of 25. He says he has seen people as young as nine years old intoxicated on Blenheim streets.

“I was dealing with kids on the street at 18 [years of age] when the purchasing age was 20, now I’m dealing with kids at 15 and 16,” he says. “These kids I’m dealing with are actually stuffing up their lives.” Mr Ramsey says increasing the purchase age will help to empower

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parents in controlling what their children are doing. Controlled Purchase Operations [CPOs] also need to be done more frequently and made stricter, and advertising of alcohol should be banned completely, Mr Ramsey says. Other changes proposed in the bill

include preventing bars from selling alcohol until the time allowed on their licence, and restricting trading hours to between 8pm and 4am, except in special circumstances. Roy Ra msey was awa rded a Marlborough Civic Award earlier this month for his services to the community.

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Renwick hall debate continues By Celeste Lodewyk A proposal which aims to see the transfer of ownership of the Renwick Community Memorial Hall to the Ministry of Education has been stopped dead in its tracks by a number of hall committee members who say they will remain “staunch” in their opposition. No decision can be made until all hall committee members have had a chance to decide their stance and only then can the committee begin talks about the proposed transfer. Hall committee secretary Frances Powell has scheduled a committee meeting for September 12 and says issues such as getting more information out to the public will be discussed. “Many Renwick residents thought the school already had the hall so that tells us that many don’t understand the whole issue. “We also hope to talk about how to build funds up and what improvements can be started on the hall,” she says. Hall committee chairman James Cresswell says although he is in favour of the ownership transfer, his decision is based on the school’s ability to finance the hall’s upgrades and maintenance. “In 2006/07 the committee

identified that hall expenditures were going to exceed income and at the time we agreed the practical solution was to give it to the Ministry of Education unless there was a big improvement in bookings. “Personally I don’t want to see the hall go to the government, but the fact is that the Ministry has the finances to move it forward,” he says. President of the Renwick branch of the RSA, and hall committee member Robin Harris says until such time that RSA members can discuss their stance, he cannot say which way they will vote. “In the Renwick branch we have around 46 members who will be asked if they are in favour or not which will happen at our AGM on September 5, and when that happens a representative will be given instructions on which way to vote,” he says. In the mean time hall committee member Rata Harper is continuing to challenge the proposal and says she is seeking answers to why the Renwick School has continually failed to make regular contributions toward the hall. “They are not honouring the agreement signed in 1984 which

states the school must contribute toward wear and tear and maintenance of the hall. “I would also like to know where the $10,000 grant that the school received for the hall has gone, and why it hasn’t been used to make contributions toward the 30 hours of use they get per week,” she says. In response to Rata’s claims, Brian Roughan, Renwick School Board of Trustees Chairman says the $10,000 was granted by the Canterbury Community Trust around two years ago for the sole purpose of going toward the hall. “But this was dependant on whether the hall was a school asset which at the time was looking certain that it was going to happen. “So for now the money is still sitting in our budget and can’t be touched for any other purpose other than the hall. If the ownership transfer does not go ahead then the money may likely have to be returned,” he says. Thank you to all the Sun readers who responded with their thoughts following our previous story run August 17, and please continue to email them to: celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz

Daffodil Day about giving, says cancer survivor By Celeste Lodewyk Daffodil Day has a very special meaning in the Marlborough community, but for local woman Lesley Brinsdon it highlights the support given by the Cancer Society to cancer sufferers like herself. Lesley was one of many dedicated volunteers who hit the streets on Friday to collect donations for the annual appeal. Smiling radiantly and standing cheerfully with her collection bucket, Lesley says she was overwhelmed by the public’s generosity. “Everyone was happy and seemed to be having fun with Daffodil Day. “People were very generous with most stopping to make a donation and others even coming back more than once,” she told the Sun. Lesley had only recently returned from Christchurch where she has been receiving Radiotherapy for her bone cancer. She has already survived Breast Cancer and says the support she has received from Cancer Society Marlborough has been “invaluable”. “I have had great support over the past six years that I have been fighting cancer. I am one of the lucky ones and am so grateful for the support I have Lesley Brinsdon was one of many dedicated volunteers who had,” she smiles. hit the streets on Friday to collect donations for the annual Daffodil Day and finance co-ordinator Daffodil Day appeal. Hilary Gill says although they are still counting, they are looking at a funda delicious lunch and also to the organisers of the raised amount of over $60,000. Tua Marina Craft Fair who also contributed to “We are thrilled with the support shown by the Daffodil Day. people of Marlborough and are grateful to the 100’s This amount is made up of donations received by of volunteers who helped out on the day. street collectors, pre-ordered daffodils, raffles, local “Also a huge thankyou to everyone who an- National Bank fundraising, schools, rest homes and swered our call for more daffodils, thanks to the Cancer Society merchandise sales from all around Marlborough Community College for putting on Marlborough.

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By Damian George Former Blenheim girl Gabrielle Taylor was hoping to prove she has the X-factor when she performed in the popular Australian televised talent competition recently. The 14-year-old, who moved to Perth with her family five years ago, became the youngest person from the city to reach the filmed auditions on the Seven Network reality show. The X-Factor Australia’s new season kicked off on Australian television on Monday, and will premiere on New Zealand television on TV3 on Saturday. Gabrielle’s mother Jacque also

auditioned on the show, which is judged this season by former Spice Girl Melanie Brown and other notable stage performers Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Guy Sebastian and Ronan Keating. Jacque says Gabrielle’s appearance on the show has helped the young performer immensely in her development. “It has been an amazing experience for Gabby and she is a lot more aware of what is needed in front of a camera now.” Gabr ielle has ver y st rong Marlborough links. She is the granddaughter of ex-

Blenheim mayor Tom Harrison, while her father John Taylor is a former Marlborough rugby coach and Jacque is an ex-Blenheim musician. The age limit for this year’s show was lowered from 16 to 14, and Gabrielle “couldn’t wait” to audition, Jacque says. Gabrielle, who still has very close connections with the Marlborough School of Dance, performs as a singer and dancer. She dances jazz, ballroom, tap, ballet, Spanish, highland, and hip hop. Gabrielle is also auditioning for the

Young Talent Time show in September for the troope who will dance and sing each week in the show. A Facebook fan page has been set up for Gabrielle for her journey on the show. It can be found under Gabby Taylor.

Omaka Cemetery officially reopened Interments at Marlborough’s historic Omaka Cemetery may begin again later this year, 35 years since the last person was buried there. The Marlborough District Council decided earlier this year to explore the possibility of making more use of the old cemetery, and two weeks ago formally agreed to re-open it. Council reserves and amenities officer Nic Crous says there is still some work to be completed before

burials can begin, but local funeral directors have been advised that the cemetery has re-opened. “Unfortunately, records relating to part of the cemetery were lost or destroyed many years ago so, while there is thought to be immediate space for about 100 plots, more investigative work will be needed before it’s clear exactly how many new plots can be accommodated,” Mr Crous says.

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By Damian George Marlborough wineries have picked up a swag of awards at the 2011 New Zealand International Wine Show, with Saint Clair Family Estate the best of the lot, claiming nine gold medals. The Blenheim-based winery won recognition in three sections - sauvignon blanc, chardonnay and pinot noir following judging in Napier from August 15 to 17. Its sauvignon blancs accounted for four gold medals, while its pinot noirs claimed three gold and its chardonnays two. Saint Clair Family Estate marketing manager Sarina Ibbotson says the winery is “absolutely thrilled” with the result. “It’s a huge thrill for us to win medals in any show it’s a real buzz,” she says. “But particularly to win over different varieties chardonnay and pinot noir - was a huge compliment.”

Saint Clair entered both 2010 and 2011 wines in the competition. Other wineries to excel included Yealands Estate, Villa Maria Estate and Drylands Marlborough, which each won three gold medals. Yealands Estate founder Peter Yealands says the result is a “fantastic recognition” for his winery, and proof that sustainable environmental practises can produce top-quality, affordable wines. Yealands prides itself on being one of New Zealand’s most eco-friendly wineries. A panel of 24 judges, led by Bob Campbell MW, reviewed more than 2000 wines over the three days of judging. The New Zealand International Wine Show is New Zealand’s largest wine competition. Trophies will be announced at an Awards Dinner in Auckland on September 3.

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Elite guitar roadshow rocks into town By Damian George The elite guitars touring New Zealand as part of a Music Works Guitar Roadshow have arrived in Blenheim. The top end Schecter, Ibanez and Yamaha electric guitars, as well as a handful of Yamaha bass guitars, have been on display at Blenheim’s Ken Ham’s Music Works since Thursday. They range in price from $1800

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Yealands buYs baY winerY Local winery Yealands Estate has expanded its company beyond Marlborough, buying Hawke’s Baybased Ager Sectus Wine Estates. The merged company will have more than 1500 hectares of vineyards producing 20,000 tonnes of grapes. Yealands Estate owner Peter Yealands says the combined company will have a global reach of more than 50 international markets.

drOwning in drYden baY A 49-year-old Wellington man has drowned while sailing in the Queen Charlotte Sound, despite efforts to save him by two other men onboard the boat. Picton Police and Coastguard Marlborough attended the incident in Dryden Bay at about 7.30pm on Saturday, after police picked up a distress call from the boat. Two men located and retrieved the body before Coastguard and police arrived. It is believed the man fell off the boat.

World Cup safe sex drive By Celeste Lodewyk Family Planning Blenheim health promoter Michelle Dawson is an avid All Blacks fan, so much so that she has created a Rugby World Cup “Safer Sex” promotion to run throughout the tournament. Michelle has partnered up with Helen McLean from the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board to promote safer sex practices for locals travelling throughout the country and visitors staying in the region. “The RWC presents unique circumstances in that along with celebrations there will be a lot of drinking which can lead to impairment in decision making. “This promotion is the ideal way to remind people that sexual consent must be consensual and safe,” Michelle says. Large poster boards displaying

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sTaY saFe: Family Planning blenheim health promoter Michelle dawson has begun a new sexual health promotion targeting the rugby world Cup 2011. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Students rise to challenge It looked like a Master Chef Kitchen challenge at Bohally Intermediate’s technology centre on Thursday, as students frantically battled deadline to bake more than 400 cupcakes for an SPCA fundraiser. The 440 animal cupcakes sold within the community raised $800 for the Marlborough SPCA as part of the organisation’s Cupcake Day initiative. Bohally Intermediate technology teacher Heather Webster says the students did a superb job considering their age and the pressure they were under. “Some of them have never actually done this before,” she says. The students received some assistance from members of Blenheim’s Cake Decoration Guild.

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Dear Ed, What a beautiful day Friday was. Congratulations to all those who dressed up in yellow and who made donations for Daffodil Day. As a Blenheim shopper and relatively new comer to Blenheim I was so impressed with the effort that

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Election issues Dear Ed, I wonder how people are in the same boat as I am with the election in November? I am annoyed with National/Maori government over the foreshore and seabed bill, the rising cost of living, antismacking PC stupidity, its ignorance of the environment (e.g. polluted rivers and lakes and 1080 poison) and the unfair

treatment of the recreational fishers public over blue cod and set nets. Now Labour are no better. Labour’s Jim Anderton imposed the blue cod and set net bans and the pollution started back then. The Clark government like the Key government is arrogant. I think it’s time to give them both a message on November 26. K Llloyd

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I Site response In response to Adam Delaney’s letter, published on August 24: Dear Editor, Interesting complaints about our town from “not impressed with I Site” Adam Delaney. Adam states he wanted to do 6 uniquely Marlborough things in one day. He obviously did not do any homework before bringing his 5 star friends on a road trip around the upper south? I’m sure “uniquely” Marlborough would include a trip out to the 5 star Sounds, or perhaps a tour through the 5 star cellar

doors where his 5 star guests could taste some 5 star wines (not the 2 buck chuck they drink at home) Instead he fixated on our brand new I Site with construction all around it, and seemed to only drive down Grove Rd, the highlight seeming to be The Warehouse and a railway line roundabout! Did Adam come over on the Ferry? All the information about 5 Star activities would have been available to him on board. How uniquely 5 star ignorant. Regards, Blenheim Girl

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Snatching the Shield On an overcast winter’s day at Christchurch’s Lancaster Park in July, 1973, Marlborough’s Red Devils snatched rugby’s prized Ranfurly Shield off star-studded holders Canterbury. Sun reporter Damian George talks to the man at the helm of the Marlborough side on the day the Shield came north, Ramon Sutherland. It remains the most prized possession in New forwards were in the Canterbury team, so we Zealand provincial rugby. knew them pretty well and we knew we had First contested in 1904, the Ranfurly Shield to dominate up front if we were going to win (donated by the Earl of Ranfurly, the country’s and we were pretty confident we could do that.” Governor General at the time) has brought As with most provincial areas, the hisboth jubilation and despair; it has galvanised toric piece of silverware created a buzz in communities; and it has produced some of the Marlborough which will be hard to match. most famous rugby matches ever seen in this Crowds flocked to Blenheim’s Lansdowne country. Park to watch local stars like All Black No In 1973, Marlborough’s Red Devils, led by 8 Alan Sutherland (Ramon’s brother), first captain Ramon Sutherland, carved out its own five-eighth Tony Goddard, loose forward piece of Shield history, etching itself into the David Neal and, of course, Ford, during six trophy’s folklore with a 13-6 win over holders successful defences. Canterbury in Christchurch. “The park was full, which is rarely seen these It is the one and only time Marlborough days,” Sutherland says. has won the shield and, with the Red Devils ‘It was great, and a real talking point for the no longer playing in the national provincial town.” championship, it is likely to be the last. Even through the professional era, the RanIt is often said to win the Log o’ Wood, you furly Shield has held its appeal and remains the have to really “play some rugby”. In other most hotly-contested prize among provincial words, you must chance your arm, be brave, unions, both big and small. run the opposition ragged. “It’s huge for the area it goes to. It’s just unBut, despite being a team which “liked to fortunate that in this professional area it doesn’t play 15-man rugby”, this Shield get much exposure, because it’s challenge, played in overcast but “The park was the only thing that really draws dry conditions, produced anything people to a provincial game. but an expansive display from the full, which is “If it’s a Shield game, there visitors. seems to be a lot more interest.” “It was a pretty dour sort of a rarely seen The Tasman side (an amalgame, pretty close all the time,” gamation of Marlborough and these days.” Sutherland recalls. Nelson Bays), almost won the “I think it might have been 6-6 Log o’ Wood three years ago, at halftime and then we sort of got on top in when it pushed Wellington close. the second half and Ford scored that try and But Sutherland says the team, which finished we managed to hang on.” last in this year’s competition, has been disap‘That try’, scored by winger Brian Ford, pointing to date. came after the speedster “burst out of a ruck” “The Makos system is not working like it and sped 70 metres to clinch the match four was designed to. minutes from fulltime. “There’s not enough Marlborough players in History books have labelled the win as a the side, but you can’t blame [the selectors] for “great upset”, but Sutherland says this is far that ‘cause they’ve got to pick the best players from the reality. and our players are not good enough. “The team had played pretty well the year “We’ve got to lift the standard of club rugby before – we’d had wins over Auckland and in Marlborough so we can get more players in Otago in provincial games, so the team was [the team], and we’ve got to attract more players starting to develop,” he says. to Marlborough.” Then, maybe, the Marlborough region can “We played against Canterbury quite a bit over the years. We especially used to play write a second chapter in its brief Shield Canterbury Country a lot and most of their history.

GOOD OLD DAYS: Marlborough rugby great Ramon Sutherland with the tie worn by the 1973 side. Inset: The 1973 Marlborough rugby side, led by Ramon Sutherland [front row, fourth from left] with the Ranfurly Shield, Seddon Shield, Hogg Cup and Washington Cup. Photos by Damian George.

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Stroke Awareness Week 5-11 September 2011

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Early identification saves lives Blenheim husband and wife Bill and Beryl Ward have experienced many things during their lives, but unfortunately stroke has been one of them. Bill suffered a stroke four years ago began experiencing “unusual” health, where he was vomiting, off balance and had double vision. Recognising these symptoms early Bill and Beryl called for an ambulance which took him to hospital where he was told he had suffered a stroke to the right side of his brain.

Bill spent 10 days in hospital, experienced the hiccoughs for four weeks and now has to wear glasses to correct his vision. Today he says his left arm “plays up” occasionally, feeling tender and cold. Grateful that Bill’s stroke had not been worse, the couple continued on until November last year when Beryl suffered a stroke. She had suffered a bleed in one of her eyes which after failed treatments continued to affect her. One day after speaking to her son on the telephone Beryl

turn around and instantly felt her head ‘spinning’. This was followed with vomiting and continued ‘spinning’ before she pressed her St Johns alarm to be taken to hospital. A scan revealed she had suffered a stroke and now nine months on Beryl still occasionally feels off balance, uses a walking stick and has problems with her vision. Bill and Beryl identified their symptoms early and made medical contact, something which could have potentially saved their lives.

Stroke - it’s about time! Stroke Awareness Week is September 5 - 11 and will be focusing on educating the community on the symptoms of stroke and how to recognise them. Disabilities caused by a stroke can last a lifetime, so show your support to the Stroke street collectors who will be in the Blenheim CBD and at supermarkets around Marlborough on Thursday, September 8.

What is a stroke?

A stroke is a brain attack and it can be fatal. Stroke is caused by an interruption of the blood flow to the brain. This can happen when a blockage, such as a clot blocks an artery in the brain or when a burst blood vessel causes bleeding into the brain.

When the blood flow stops to a part of the brain, the cells in that area start to die straight away. As the cells die the brain cannot work in the same way and this can affect a person’s ability to walk, talk, eat or think properly. There are many factors that can cause a stroke including: • Age: High blood pressure rises as people age. • Gender: Men are more likely to have high blood pressure than women. • Family history • Being overweight • Smoking • Excess salt in the diet • Lack of physical activity • Excessive alcohol intake • Diabetes

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Blood pressure clinics for Blenheim Stroke is the third largest killer in New Zealand after heart disease and cancer. Each year around 7600 people suffer a stroke, that’s around 20 New Zealanders every day. Each day more than 2000 people die from stroke and of the estimated 45,000 stroke survivors in NZ, many of them have disabilities and need significant daily support. High blood pressure is a key risk factor for stroke as it puts pressure on the blood vessel walls

and causes them to thicken and break down. It can also weaken the walls of blood vessels in the brain, and it’s these vessels that can burst leaking blood into the brain and causing a haemorrhagic stroke. High blood pressure may also speed up some types of heart disease that can lead to stroke, and untreated will increase the risk of stroke, heart attack and kidney failure. It is known as the “silent killer” because sufferers can have high

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blood pressure, yet have no symptoms. In an effort to raise awareness of stroke and to educate communities on prevention, the Stroke Foundation Marlborough branch will be holding ‘blood pressure’ clinics at the Blenheim Library on September 8 and 9. Nurses from around the region will be available to take your blood pressure and provide information and advice about stroke. There will also be a display in the Picton Library.

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Wednesday August 31, 2011

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The sun looks at what’s on offer in the Nelson region

Nothing surpasses Nelson Tasman region There’s nowhere else in the world where you’ll find, within a short distance, three spectacular New Zealand national parks, glistening golden sand beaches and turquoise crystal clear waters, alongside alpine meadows and snowy mountain ranges. Enjoy a climate that rivals the Mediterranean. Short on time? We have the best of the best, all within 90 minutes drive time. Our key tourism attractions include the Abel Tasman National Park, the Nelson Lakes National Park and the Kahurangi National Park. These are some of the fantastic reasons why you should visit us: Nelson Tasman is one of the world’s best fly fishing destinations, creative arts capital of NZ, cycling

centre of NZ, a great conference destination, one of the leading wellness centres of NZ, has the most craft breweries per capita in NZ, is the birthplace of rugby in NZ, is the best kitesurfing venue in NZ, has 25 wineries producing award-winning wines, has over 350 arts and craft studios and galleries, has great accommodation and cafés and is one of the top ten white water destinations in the world. With all of this in mind, there really are no excuses for not visiting the Nelson Tasman region. These amazing attractions and activities are only a 30 minute flight from Wellington, 45 minutes from Christchurch, 80 minutes from Auckland, two hours drive from the Picton Ferry and a leisurely one and a half hour drive from Blenheim. Fabulous New Jewellery In Store & Gorgeous Gifts

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The sun looks at what’s on offer in the Nelson region

Enjoy the history of Founders Heritage Park Stroll around a village of open greens, mature gardens and historic buildings and experience Nelson’s heritage. Located two minutes from the city, Founders Park tells the stories of early Nelson (circa 1880-1930)

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Collingwood Street intersection were destroyed, the township of Nelson chose to fund a brigade of trained volunteer firefighters. Nelson’s Volunteer Fire Brigade was born! Take a summertime ride on the train from the Park’s railway station and visit the studios of several local artists on site. Enjoy the playground and picnic areas or relax and dine al fresco at the bakery/café.

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Meeting to allow free admission to the ground floor exhibition for ratepayers of both Nelson City and 3/12/10 Tasman District. Museum CEO Peter Millward reported that over the course of the year approximately half of the visitors are local residents with the remainder split between the rest of New Zealand and overseas visitors. Locals will be asked to show evidence of residence. A Library card or a paid account bearing a name and address will be quite satisfactory. The Museum will issue a card to those locals who request it. Non-residents will be charged a nominal admission for entry to the TA445 Museum venue in Nelson City. Temporary and touring exhibitions such as the most recent Hard on the Heels exhibition and the hugely successful da Vinci Machines exhibition of 2008 are treated as business decisions on a case by case basis and the admission fees plus the support of sponsors needs to cover the costs of such displays. These sorts of exhibitions will attract an entry charge but the intention is that local residents will still see the benefits of their ratepayer support for the running of the Nelson Provincial Museum. Initially the charge for non-residents will be $5 for adults, $3 for children with family groups of two adults and accompanying children capped at $12. Preschoolers free.

General Collection The Museum holds a very diverse and fascinating range of natural and social history items in the General Collection. Areas of particular strength are Maori taonga and artefacts, domestic items including costumes, toys, china, furniture, glass and silver, paintings, ceramics, medals, coins, textiles from the colonial period through to contemporary items. Most items have links with the past of the Nelson / Tasman Region and reflect aspects of its history, or have been donated by residents of the region.

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Wednesday August 31, 2011

exploring beautiful

nelson

The sun looks at what’s on offer in the Nelson region

What to do and where to go in Nelson A compact yet scenically diverse area, the Tasman Bay region includes the National Parks of Abel Tasman, Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes and the famed coastline of Golden Bay. Tramping, sea kayaking, fishing, skiing, sailing, horse riding and golf are all popular activities. Looking for adventure? Try caving, hang-gliding or diving. Alternatively, sit back and join an organised trip, maybe a four wheel drive tour of the world renowned Farewell Spit, or a leisurely tour of the

local vineyards, olive groves, boutique breweries and artist galleries. The region itself has numerous opportunities for walking, mountain biking and watersports. The city is set between the attractions of the Maitai Valley and Tahunanui Beach. Richmond Forest Park is literally on its doorstep and Rabbit Island Beach a short drive away. The city provides a compact but varied shopping experience. The Saturday Outdoor Market is an essential and atmospheric stop for food, jewellery and crafts.

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Light Meals

then baked, and drizzled with mild sweet chilli oil................$25.90

Light Meals Speciality Omelette and Fries

All...........................................................................................$26.90 (Recommended Wines) • Tomato and brie Pork Schnitzel Smoked salmon and mozzarella (Seifried •Gewürztraminer) Avocado and Pork sour cream Sesame •Seed Crumbed fillet / Scallop Potato / Star Anise / Red

wine vinegar / lime / lemon ......................................................$23.00

Black Tiger Prawns Salmon Pasta Creamy Smoked (Triplebank Pinot Gris) Smoked salmon and baby spinach tossed in pasta ............$26.90 Panfried / flamed brandy / Asian noodle salad / soya dressing$23.00 Button Mushroom and SM Cherry Tomato Pasta Vegetarian Filo Parcels (Te Mania Estate (The MakeR LionsRiesling) Head Chardonnay) Mushrooms and tomatoes linguini, Roasted vegetables / Indianwith spices / filo /capsicum, mild sweetpesto chilli sauce / and watercress, pinenuts and shaved parmesan ................$26.90 local olive oil ............................................................................$25.90 light meals ...................................... $4.50 per person Salad with Seafood Taster Vegetables light (Tasman Baywith Pinot Gris)meals ............................. $4.50 per person Chilli Prawns / Seared Scallops / Salt ‘n’ Pepper Calamari.....$26.90 Salt n’ Sichuan Pepper Chicken Salad (Recommended Wine) (Seifried Gewürztraminer) Salt n Sichuan Pepper Crumbed Chicken / Salad /Asian Citrus Dressing ..................................................................................$26.90 FROM THE LAND Panfried Scallops on Potato Puffs (Due to this season’s harvest, *Roast are of the scallops only Day available in a small size and in limited numbers so (Montana Sauvignon/Merlot are subjectCabernet to availability) or MontanaSauvignon Gisborne Blanc) Chardonnay) (Astrolabe Scallops / potato / mildroast chilliwith / olive A traditional Newpuffs Zealand all oil / lemon dressing (in season) ....................................................................................$26.90 the trimmings...............................................................(priced daily) Specialty Omelette Lemon Infused Chicken Breast (Lindauer Special Reserve) (Crossroads Chardonnay) -Breast Tomatoofand brie infused and glazed with chicken -preserved Smoked salmon mozzarella lemonsand .................................................................$34.90 - Avocado and sour cream *Prime Ribeye All .............................................................................................$26.90 (Oyster Bay Merlot) Pasta Served as you wishGris) - plain, pepper sauce or garlic (Golden Hills Pinot buttered, with onion rings as /garnish....................................$35.90 - .......Mushrooms / tomatoes red onions / capsicum / pesto / pasta Mushroom sauce...............................................$5.00 extra - ............................... Creamy pasta / smoked salmon / baby spinach Black Tiger Prawn Skewer.................................$6.50 extra - .........Smoked chicken / pasta / bacon / mushrooms / crème fraiche Quince and Blue Cheese ..................................$5.00 extra All.............................................................................................$26.90

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Served as you wish - plain, pepper sauce or garlic (Recommended wines) buttered, withDay onion SM rings as garnish....................................$39.90 Roast of the Mushroom sauce...............................................$5.00 extra (The MakeR Lions Head Chardonnay or The MakeR ‘Fire Eagle’ Black Tiger Prawn Skewer.................................$6.50 extra Petit Pinot) Quince Blue Cheese ..................................$5.00 A traditional Newand Zealand roast with all the trimmings .....pricedextra daily

Lamb Rack Chicken & Prawn Thai Green Curry (Waiwera Pinot (Triplebank PinotNoir) Gris) Lamb rack with a /roasted and herb crust Chicken / Prawns wonton rosemary basket / Rice.................................$33.90 on pea mash with a wild currant jusSM..................................... $37.90 Stuffed Crumbed Chicken Breast (Brookfields Hawkes Bay “Bergman” Chardonnay) Lamb Shank Homemade Breast of Chicken / New Zealand Smoked Cheese / (Tohu Pinot /Noir) Ham Lamb/ lightly shank oven roasted then braised with the chef's garlic butteredgravy / Crumbed ........................................................$34.90 own special SM Prime Ribeye 1 shank .....................................................................$30.90 (Golden 2Hills Merlot) shanks ...................................................................$36.90 Served asminute you wish – plaintime) / pepper sauce / or garlic butter / (allow 20 cooking crumbed onion rings ................................................................$36.90 Pork Fillet - Curry Crusted Mushroom sauce .............................................................. $5.00 extra (Church Road Chardonnay) Quince and Blue Cheese .................................................. Pan fried pork ﬁllet seasoned with cumin and tumeric $5.00 extra Black Tiger Prawns ........................................................... $6.50 extra with a ginger jus .................................................................... $37.90 Lamb Shank Crispy Road Skin Cuve DuckCabernet Sauvignon) (Church (St Hallets Gamekeepers Lamb Shank / oven roastedReserve / gravy Shiraz/Grenache) (20 minute cooking time) ............ Crispy skin duck infused with a marmalade jus on 2 shanks $37.90 .......................................................1 shank $31.90, scallopRack potato (20 minute cooking time)...............................$39.50 Lamb Filet Mignon (Tohu Pinot Noir) Lamb Rack / roasted rosemary herb crust / pea mash / wild currant jus (20 minute cooking time)....................................................$38.90

Stuffed Crackled PorkCabernet Belly (Jim Barry Cover Drive Sauvignon) (Monteiths original Beer)bacon, creamy mushroom sauce; Fine fillet steak, smoky Braised / Roasted belly / pinenuts / apricots / spinach / orange zest / with onion rings and kumara rounds.....................................$39.50 crackle / scallop potato / crumbed onion rings ........................$35.90 Trio ofSkin Meats Crispy Duck (Squawking Magpie 'TheReserve Chatterer' Syrah) (St Hallet Gamekeepers Shiraz/Grenache) Trio of Pork Belly,/ mini beef eye and lamb rack Crispy skin Duck marmalade jusfillet / scallop potato ..................$39.50 with wild currant reduction ....................................................$42.90 Filet Mignon (idealBarry for two to share) (Jim Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon) Fillet steak / smoky bacon / mushroom sauce / onion rings / kumara rounds FROM................................................................................................`. THE SEA $39.50 Due to situations Seared Venison beyond our control fresh fish is not always availableBay Merlot) (Oyster Venison medium rare / green peppercorns / brandy jus ..................... $38.90 *Fish of the Day Trio of Meats (Montana Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc) (Squawking Magpie’The Chatterer’Syrah) Today’s catch 'deep fried' or 'grilled' you choose Pork bellyor / mini beef / Lamb rack / wild currant reduction with fries potato of eye the fillet day......................................(priced daily)(2 could share) .............................................................................$42.90 Nelson Scallops (Waimea Estate Sauvignon Blanc) From the Sea • crumbed or

(Recommended wines) Due to situations beyond our control • pan fried on potato puffs fresh seafood is not always available (In season)............................................................................. $37.50 Fish of the DaySM Whitebait Omelette (G) (Brancott Estate Festival Block Sauvignon Blanc) (Allan Scott Reserve Riesling) Today’s catch cooked to your liking, either: West Coast whitebait -The deep fried / potato or friesdelight with fries ..........................$39.50 Salmon -*Oven grilled /baked potato or fries .....................................................priced daily (Spy Valley Pinot Gris) Nelson Scallops (in season) (Waimea Estate Sauvignon Oven baked salmon fillet onBlanc) scallop potatoes and pea -mash crumbed splashed with Thai coriander and lime .......................$39.50 -Poached pan fried /Fish potatoand puffs...........................................................$37.50 Scallops (Due to this harvest, scallops are only available in a small (Tasman Bayseason’s Pinot Gris) size and in limited numbers so are subject to availability) Fish of the day poached in white wine, layered with Poached Fish & Scallops scallops then drizzled with local olive oil and mild chilli (Tasman Bay Pinot Gris) lemon dressing......................................................................$38.50 Fish / white wine / lemon pepper / spring onion / poached scallops / Trio olive of Seafood local oil / mild chilli lemon dressing .................................$38.50 (Brightwater Chardonnay) Whitebait Omelette (Golden Sauvignon Panfried Hills scallops, grilledBlanc) local fish and garlic West Coast whitebait / fries .....................................................$39.50 chilli prawns...........................................................................$42.90 SM Warmed Salmon (Triplebank Pinot Gris)COMBINATION LAND AND SEA Warmed Smoked Salmon fillet / scallop potatoes / pea mash / Thai Carpet Bag coriander / lime ........................................................................$39.50 (Church Road Cabernet Sauvignon) Trio of Seafood (Brookfields Hawkes Chardonnay) Prime beef fillet, filledBay with“Bergman” Nelson scallops on a Scallops Pan Fried Fish of the Day / Garlic chilli prawns.......$42.90 port wine/ sauce.....................................................................$38.50 Crayfish CrayfishThermidor Thermidor (Deutz (Deutz Marlborough Marlborough Cuvee) Cuvee) Well worth the 20 minute cooking time ....................................$97.50 A crayfish extravagance well worth the

20 minute cooking time......................................................... $97.50 Land and Sea Combination

Due to situations beyond our control fresh seafood is not always Salad with mains ................................... $4.50 per available person Vegetables with mains .......................... $4.50 per person

Carpet Bag (Golden Hills Merlot) Children's menu Available Prime beef fillet / Nelson scallops / port wine sauce / kumara rounds .................................................................................................$39.50

Tastes of the Land and Sea (2 could share)

(Tasman Bay Pinot(Recommended Noir) Desserts Wine) Mini Filet Mignon / Panfried scallops / Mini Lamb Rack /

Salt n’ Pepper Calamari .....................................................................$42.90 Steak & Crayfish Hot Filo BanoffeeCuvee) (Deutz Marlborough Bananas, caramel toffee Prime beefcoconut eye filletand / crayfish thermidor .................................................................................................$97.50 sauce with ice cream - pure decadence .............................. $14.90

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Served withDark double cream .................................................... $14.90 White and Chocolate Mousse

*Classic Crumble White chocolate mousse / Dark chocolate mousse / fruit compote .... The old fashioned apple favourite ........................................ $14.90 .................................................................................................$14.90

Sticky Toffee Pudding Brandy Biscuit and Chocolate Mousse Stack Toffee Pudding ice creamchocolate / crème anglaise / toffee ..............$14.90 Layered brandy/ biscuits, mousse and Hot Filo Banoffee berry compote lashed with cream ........................................ $14.90 Bananas / coconut / caramel toffee sauce / ice cream / toffee .....$14.90 *Ice Cream Sundae

Crème Brulee A classic dish / toffee / crème anglaise ...................................$14.90 Lemon Cheesecake Fruits, berry coulis, drizzled with passionfruit sauce............ $14.50 Malt biscuit base / lemon filling / toffee ....................................$14.90 Kapiti Liquorice Fudge Ice Cream Hokey Pokey Chocolate Fudge Cake For the Liquorice fan ............................................................. $14.90 A Chocoholics fantasy ............................................................$14.90 SM Hokey Pokey Chocolate Fudge Cake Chocolate Mousse Mud Cake A chocoholics fantasy........................................................... $14.90 Chocolate Mudcake / Chocolate Mousse / Chocolate ganache ....$14.90 SM Ice Cream Sundae *Chocolate Mousse Mud Cake Ice Cream / toffee / choice of Chocolate / Raspberry /or Caramel The chocolate connoisseur’s choice .................................... $14.90 topping .....................................................................................$14.50 Chocoholics Delight (ideal for two to share) SM Fruit Saladmudcake, & Ice Cream Chocolate ﬁlled proﬁteroles and brandy Fruits / chocolate berry coulis / passionfruit sauce / ice cream................$14.50 biscuit mousse stack............................................$23.90 Brandy Biscuit and Chocolate Mousse Stack Cheese Board Brandy biscuits / white / dark chocolate mousse / berry compote / Selected cheeses with fruit, crackers and quince jam cream.......................................................................................$14.90 (for 1) ........................................................................ $19.50 Classic CrumbleSM With port .....................................................................25.50 Apple / Cinnamon / Sultanas / Crunchy crumble / crème anglaise .... .................................................................................................$14.90 Chocoholics Delight (ideal for 2 to share) Chocolate mudcake / chocolate ice cream / brandy biscuit / chocolate mousse....................................................................$23.90 Cheese Board Dishes/ with * form/ our Two Set Cheeses fruit / acrackers quince jamCourse (for 1) ..........................$19.50 With portat ..................................................................................$25.50 menu $39.90 per person. Each extra person (cheeseboard only) ......................................$8.40 We also Triple Treathave a three course set menu for $43.90 per person. Full set menu can be / Lemon Mousse Mini Chocolate cup / White Mousse / Dark Mousse / viewed Toffee .......................................................................................$9.50 on our website. Back to the 50’s..................................................................... $14.50

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Wednesday August 31, 2011

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“We love Daffodil Day”

In honour of Daffodil Day Rapaura School students held their own fundraiser where students dressed in wacky yellow costumes and made individual donations. The school raised a total of $309.90. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Fun day for furry friends By Celeste Lodewyk Cup cakes and plenty of patting, a day in paradise for many dogs! SPCA Marlborough has organised a special day for our furry canine friends that will include everything they love; a walk, cup cake icing (and eating), a barbeque lunch and plenty of competitions to show off at. The ‘Cup Cakes and Canines’ fun Day is being held this Saturday to help fundraise for the refurbishment of SPCA Marlborough’s puppy and dog shelter, which was once used to hold zoo animals. The shelter is currently cold and damp and the centre tries to

avoid using it as much as possible, says SPCA Marlborough manager Kate Horrey. “We want to make it warm, dry and comfortable for puppies and expectant and nursing mothers so the money raised will go toward this,” she says. The fun day is open to the whole community and dog owners are welcome to bring their canine friends. There will be a communal walk around the vines at 1pm, and dogs need to be leashed and have a supply of doggydoo bags. There will also be a range of dog competitions held in the front donkey paddocks between

1:30pm and 3pm and there will be a bouncy castle and cup cake icing for the kids. Dog obedience and agility displays will be held and the public is encouraged to walk through the grounds to meet animals waiting to be adopted. Entry is a gold coin entry and if it rains, the event will be postponed until September 10.

By Celeste Lodewyk This week is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week and in highlighting the important work that the MS Society does, local woman and Society member Jess Moss shares her story of living with MS. Jess was first diagnosed with MS at the age of 22. She woke one morning experiencing complete numbness from the hips down and after visits to specialists, an MRI scan and a lumber puncture she received her diagnosis. She admits that it took a few years to accept her MS, but after becoming involved with the Marlborough MS Society she learned more about the disease and was able to accept it as part of her life. “Talking to other members in similar situations helped me to accept what I have and I became eager to learn more about MS. Since her diagnosis Jess has had relapses which required her to take medication, and although it doesn’t “cure” MS, it speeds up the length of the attack and helps decrease the damage to her nervous system. Despite not knowing what lies ahead of her, Jess refuses to let MS get in the way of enjoying her life and setting herself goals to achieve, a message she gives to other MS sufferers in the community.

MS AWARENESS: Local woman Jess Moss shares her story of living with Multiple Sclerosis. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

“After joining the Marlborough MS and Parkinson’s Society I found great support from other members, and the information they were able to provide enabled me to accept that I had MS and move on. “I encourage others to do so,” she smiles. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week runs from August 29 to September 4. This Friday there will be a street collection around Blenheim and all money raised locally stays locally. Show your support by making a donation.

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Wednesday August 31, 2011

celebrating

Father’s Day

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A day for Delicious choices for Dad’s Day your Dad at Brancott Estate Winery When you say the word ‘father’, many descriptions spring to mind including best friend, fountain of wisdom, role model… how ever you feel about that special man in your life, Father’s Day is your chance to say ‘Thank You’. Fathers play many roles in our lives whether Photo by Amore Photography. they are stepfathers, foster fathers, grandfathers or simply a male figure who has played an important part in your life, celebrate him and tell him how much he means about you. Because at the end of the day, the best Father’s Day gift you can give is appreciation.

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Brancott Estate Winery in Riverlands, is a popular spot for family celebrations. As the Father’s Day weekend of September 4 approaches, it’s time to make plans to say Thanks Dad and an opportunity to have the family come together and enjoy the day. The outdoor Winery Courtyard tables with their picnic umbrella’s are perfect for those who wish to enjoy our spring weather, and the younger family members are entertained in the safe, vineyardthemed children’s play area. A reasonable children’s menu is available with drawing materials to keep the kids amused. Within the Restaurant, there are also the lovely couches for lounging by the riverstone fire place, quietly enjoying tapas with your favourite wines, or you may choose to enjoy a private family table. Chef Julie Robinson is serving her renowned weekend brunch menu from 10.30am featuring Hotcakes, Omelette, Homemade Muslie, Smoked Salmon Bagel and the fabulous Brancott Breakfast of fresh farm eggs, bacon, portobello mushroom and grilled tomato on toasted garlic rye – a real favourite with the men. And

Brancott Estate Winery offers a fantastic atmosphere for family celebrations.

the seasonal lunch menu will be served from 12noon. The Cellar Door is also open throughout the day, where you can choose to enjoy tasting some of the recent wine releases. Either way you have a choice on Sunday, 04 September to simply slow down, enjoy your weekend with celebrations at the Brancott Estate Winery. You will only need to hurry to book your favourite table!

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Wednesday August 31, 2011

celebrating

Father’s Day

sunday september 4 2011

Ideas for celebrating Father’s Day Father’s Day is all about making Dad feel special and letting him know how much you appreciate him. Begin Father’s Day with a big hug and tell him five things you love most about him. For example, “You have always been there for me, you take time to hear about my day, you make special time to spend with me, if I am sad you make me feel happy and when you leave for work you always give me a big hug”. If you want to give your father a gift make it something thoughtful and personal. Think of your father’s favourite things and organise a special gift or outing surrounding that theme. Here are some art and craft ideas to get you started.

Sweet Tooth Make a special ‘sweet-tooth basket’ for Dad with some of his favourite treats. These could include his favourite gourmet chocolates, homemade fudge, a freshly baked cake, or even roast some nuts with maple syrup and wrap them in cellophane and ribbon.

Handy Man Take a plain photo frame and decorate it with things that your father likes such as nuts, bolts, nails, latches and odds and sods from his workshop and then put a photo of yourself in the inside.

Handmade Handmade photo frames really are a personal expression of love. Going through your photo albums will give

you all the inspiration you need to create your own ‘frame of memories’. Here’s a hint: Black and white photos always look timeless!

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At the Office Write a short poem or note for your Father and hide it in his lunch box or work bag. Something for his desk; Take a clean tin can and make a great pen caddy for Dads office by covering it with photos of you.

Sports Nut Make a sports log book so he can keep track of his favourite teams. Make headings on each page for the date, opposition, venue, weather conditions and score. Depending on the sport, you can add headings for things like penalties, fouls, tries, goals or rebounds for each of his favourite players. Decorate the front cover by cutting out pictures of his favourite sport, team or players.

Music Lover Copy a selection of your father’s favourite songs onto CD, and create a great album cover telling him he’s the “Best Dad in the World”. Every time he listens to the CD, he’ll think of you. Above all else, remember to tell your father how much you love him and how much you appreciate the things he does for you. Make him a cup of tea, and let him watch the news in peace - he really will appreciate it!

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RODRIGUES: Andre’ and Bruna are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Claire Rodrigues on the 23rd of August 2011. Weighing 3890gms at 23.43 hours. Many thanks to Angela White.

BEECH: Tane and Sarah are delighted to announce the safe arrival of Maia Anatohia, (7lb 7oz ) on August 15th 2011, at 11:54pm at Wairau Hospital. A sister for big bro Timu. Heaps of thanks and aroha for midwife Gwen and all the staff at Ward one.

WOLEDGE: Steve and Rebecca (nee Bowers), are thrilled to announce the mothership has launched a 6lb inboard model with red topsides, Ava Mary Margaret on 22 August. Dad needs a refit and is in dry dock for a while. Mum is in ship shape condition and expected back in racing trim in a few days. Many thanks to Cathy Middleton and all of the fabulous Maternity staff at Wairau Hospital.

MACDOUGALL/ WO O D M O R E : Mike and Abbey are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Addison Rose. Born on Tuesday 23rd July at Wairau Hospital. 6lb 13oz. Many thanks to all the staff on the Maternity Ward and to Shona Wills.

WALKER: Peyton Bel Burton Walker arrived on the scene Friday 12.8.2011 at 4.52pm, 9lb 9oz! Blair and Talia are stoked! All doing well after a bit of a rough start. Heartfelt thanks to Ruth, Rhys, Derryn, Tina, Hilda and the Ward One team - you do a great job!

MuM OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Bruna Rodrigues 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

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The Sun

Wednesday August 31, 2011

Shoplifting, thefts rife String of shoplifts Three men, all unemployed, were arrested for shoplifting in Blenheim last Tuesday. The men were aged 18, 34 and 47. Also on Tuesday, a 44-year-old unemployed man was arrested for possession of cannabis, and a 25-year-old unemployed woman was arrested on a warrant for her arrest.

Man falls five metres down bank A 62-year-old male tourist suffered a strained leg and abrasions after he fell down a five-metre bank on Thursday. Police says the man had been walking along a track with his wife. He was treated at the scene by St John before being carried 45 minutes by members of St John and the Picton Volunteer Fire Brigade. He was then transported to Wairau Hospital.

Arrest follows assault A 20-year-old female beneficiary was arrested for assault on Friday afternoon.

Two people were arrested for breaching their bail conditions on Friday. They were an 18-year-old unemployed man, who failed to reside at his specified address, and a 17-year-old male painter, who consumed alcohol. Also on Friday, a 24-yearold male forestry worker was arrested for driving while disqualified.

World Cup fever A 22-year-old self-employed man was arrested for stealing a Rugby World Cup flag from a local licensed premises on Saturday night. Earlier, a 37-year-old male truck driver was arrested for sending a woman offensive text messages. Shortly after, a 29-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for assaulting a 60-year-old man at a Riversdale address. An 18-year-old unemployed man was then arrested for breaching his bail conditions. At about 6pm on Saturday, an 18-yearold male driver was arrested for disorderly behaviour after throwing water balloons at pedestrians out of a

Marlborough chefs on the chopping block moving car in central Blenheim. At the same time, a 17-year-old unemployed man was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Redwood Street, Blenheim. Shortly after, an 18-year-old unemployed man was arrested on the same charge following an incident in Grovetown. At 6.35pm, a 21-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for wilful damage, assault, and breaching his bail conditions after a domestic-related incident at a Redwoodtown address.

Which charge first? A 20-year-old unemployed man was arrested early Sunday morning for driving while forbidden, refusing to accompany an enforcement officer, drink driving, resisting arrest and assaulting police after he was stopped on Beach Road, Picton. At 7.20pm on Sunday, a 23-year-old male technician was arrested in relation to the theft of a Rugby World Cup flag from a local licenced premises the previous day. Shortly after, a 41-year-old male beneficiary was arrested in relation to a chainsaw theft from a Burleigh address on August 20 or 21.

Three of Marlborough’s best chefs will be showcasing some of the region’s top produce on Sunday at the weekly Marlborough Farmers’ Market. Marcel Rood, Matt Allen and Chris Fortune will be the first in a long line up of New Zealand chefs and cooks to feature in the Outstanding in their Fields Cooking Roadshow, one of a series of free Farmers’ Market cooking and producer demonstrations. The roadshow is part of the REAL New Zealand Festival 2011 running in conjunction with this year’s Rugby World Cup, which begins next month. It aims to maximise New Zealand region’s exposure to both local and international audiences. Notable names taking part in the series across the country include 2010 MasterChef NZ winner Brett McGregor, Jonny Schwass, Julie Biuso and Chef of the Year David Schofield. Audience members can win the chance to be the VIP Taster for the morning. The event runs from 10am to 12pm.

Lansdowne Park in lockdown Blenheim’s Lansdowne Park went into full lockdown on Sunday ahead of the Russian rugby team’s arrival on Tuesday for the Rugby World Cup. No members of the public will be able to enter the ground for the duration of the Russian team’s stay. The venue will be patrolled by seven security guards during each of the Russian training sessions. Public training sessions will be held on September 7 and 17. The World Cup begins on September 9.

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death notices

community notices 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 prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Blenheim Healing Rooms

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

Childrens Market

Sell your preloved toys and stuff. Wynen Street carpark 11th September 10am. Prize for best presented stall. $5 site. Alongside Peoples Sunday Market. Telephone 578 7918

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.

Go To The Dogs

BYO pooch to the SPCA Canines & Cupcakes Party at our Renwick Shelter. Gold coin entry. 4 September 1-4pm.

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: 579 5304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

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.

St Christophers Goodwill

At the Church Hall, opp Countdown, Redwoodtown this Friday 9am - 12noon. Great bargains in used clothing and household goods. Some free items.

St John Auction Night

To raise funds for St John Youth. Friday 16th September. Nurses Recreational Hall, Wairau Hospital. 7pm. Come along, bid for wine, Defensive driving course, Bluebridge ferry crossing to name a few.

Sunday Market

Wynen Street Carpark. 8am - 1pm. Eggs, olive oil, produce, preserves, crafts, books, kindling, gold fish, woodware, carvings. More new traders welcome. Sites $5.

The Blue Door

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.

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: 9amnoon 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: 5775549, Office hrs Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am-3pm. Lifeline Marlborough: 5778668, 24hr helpline. Marlb Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital (5209999) and ask for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood Street. Every Tuesday at 7.30pm. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Ross 578 5896. Alzheimers Society Marlb:

57 7 617 2 , 8 W i t h e r R d , Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thrus 9.30-3pm. Hospital Visiting Hours Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlb Family Budgeting Free,confidential budgeting advice. Monday -Friday. Phone 578 2006. Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Nonurgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm. Seddon Health Clinic Monday 10am-1pm; Wednesday 5pm-7pm;. For an appointment Ph 575 7757. After hours: Marlborough GP Services: Reception: 520 6377. Office: 520 9980.

BOOTTEN, Clarence (Clarie): Passed away, peacefully, on 28 August 2011 at Hospice Marlborough. In his 89th year. Dearest husband and soulmate of Dulcie, sharing 66 years of marriage. Loved father of Martin and Pauline, father-in-law of Owen and Angela, grandfather of Stuart, Brett and Shaun; Thomas and Brittany, grandfather-in-law of Laurel and Louise, loved Poppa of Kendra, Benjamin, Ayla and Chloe. Messages C/- 10 Lincoln St Picton. A funeral service for Clarie will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts, at 11 am Thursday 1 September followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BOOTTEN, Clarence (Clarie): Passed away, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough on 28 August 2011. Much loved uncle of Dorothy, Lorraine and Merrilyn. Rest peacefully. BOOTTEN, Clarie: Uncle of David and Raymond Williams. ROUT, Muriel Anne (Anne): On Saturday 27 August 2011, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 73 years. Dearly loved wife of Dick, loved mother and motherin-law of Nick and Miranda Rout (Christchurch) and Sally Rout (Blenheim), loved Granny of Miles Rout, Maddie and Darcy, and friend of Sue. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to P O Box 411 Blenheim 7240. A service for Anne will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts , at 11 am Wednesday 31 August followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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WILLIAM S, Gwynne Saul: Suddenly, at home, on Saturday August 27 2011. Loved brother and brother in law of Coralie and the late Manly Jamieson, Mot and Maureen Williams, the late Lloyd and Wave Williams, the late June Cummins, Bob and Sue Tapp, Brian and Margaret Tapp and Christine and Nigel Morrison. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

GOODSIR, Leonard Mervyn (Stick): Passed away, suddenly, at home on 26 August 2011. Aged 67 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Johanna and Tony, Gareth and Olivia, and Andrew and Leanne, loved grandad of Edward, Jono and Brooke, loved brother of Barry, Janice, Frank and Alan and loved uncle of nieces and nephews and all other family and friends. Messages to 6 Clyde St Renwick. No flowers please. A service for Len will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts Blenheim at 1.30 pm Wednesday 31 August followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

C ROS S, Lawrence Edward Alexander (Lawrie), 75818 Sgt RNZAF: On August 25, 2011, in the presence of his family, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Joyce, much loved father and father-in-law of Dez and Cindy, Graham and Annette, Christine Miller, Heather and Rober t Addis, and Tania Jenkins. Loving Grandad of Michael; Emily, Alice, and William; Wendy, and Kylie; Rebekah, Hannah, and Thomas and great Grandad of Hayley, Ashleigh, Georgia, Olivia and Lilly-Anne. Messages to 2 Rousehill Street Renwick 7204. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240.

WILLIAM S, Gwynne Saul: Suddenly, at home, on Saturday August 27 2011. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Jill, cherished father and father- in-law of Greg and Sonja, and Chris and Sara. Much loved Pop of Nicholas, Samara, Lachlan and Rowan. There are no more tomorrows for us to share, but yesterday’s memories will always T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ be there. Messages to 47a Parker GEOFFREY 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz St, Blenheim. A funeral service for By Russell McQuarters

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Resolutions from PHO members and trustees for consideration at the meeting must be received by Wednesday, 21 September 2011 Please address resolutions to Christine Smith, Chief Executive Marlborough PHO P O Box 1091,BLENHEIM 7240 ALL WELCOME

Marlborough Electric Power Trust Notice of Annual Public Meeting The Marlborough Electric Power Trust advises that it will be holding its Annual Public meeting on Monday 12th September 2011 at 10.00am, to be held at the St John’s Building, 93 Seymour St.

The meeting is to: • Report on the operation of the Trust and the Company during the preceding financial year and on the financial statements of the Trust and the Company for the financial year ended 31 March 2011. • Confirm appointment of auditor. • Enable general public discussion and information to beneficiaries of the Trust. In accordance with the governing Deed and S100 of the Electricity Industry Act 2010 the Trust’s Annual Reports and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 March 2011 will be available from Monday 5th September at the offices of Blenheim Accounting & Taxation Services Ltd, 36 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim (office hours 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday).

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~ Fee - $30 return co-payment (or free with Community Services Card) ~ All travel must be pre-booked Departs Wairau Hospital in Blenheim at 8am. Pick up points at Havelock 8.40am, Rai Valley 9.00am, Hira 9.35am and arrives at Nelson Hospital at 10.00am. The return trip departs at 3.30pm from Nelson Hospital. For further info see www.nmdhb.govt.nz

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Friends of the Emergency Department St John is looking for caring and dedicated members for some special volunteer roles. St John Friends of the Emergency Department play an important role in 18 Emergency Departments nationwide, including Wairau Hospital. In times of distress, people need more than treatment, they also need information and support. Because Emergency Departments are always busy, staff often don't have time to give patients and their families the support and reassurance they're looking for. That's where St John Friends of the Emergency Department make such a difference. Some of the tasks they carry out include offering reassurance to patients and their relatives/friends, assisting patients with food and drinks when asked by staff, sitting quietly with a distressed patient, being above all a FRIEND, to listen, to smile. St John is currently looking for volunteers to be Friends at Wairau Hospital. We have weekend shifts available (11.00am-3.00pm and 6.00pm – 10.00pm) and are also looking for people to be on-call reserves. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of the Emergency Department at Wairau Hospital or would like more information please contact: Helen Faulkner St John 93 Seymour Street, Blenheim Ph 03 578 0797

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Are you a qualified tradesman wanting to work in a fully equipped workshop undertaking a huge variety of repairs & rebuilds? We are looking for • High standard of workmanship • Honesty, reliability and trustworthy • Sense of humor with a ‘can do’ attitude • Good communication skills with not only staff but clients • Clean and tidy appearance As a preferred repairer to most insurance companies and Marlborough’s longest serving member of the Crash Repairer Association, we are committed to maintaining a high level of equipment and training to ensure our tradespeople have the right equipment to complete the job as quickly and easily as possible and with accuracy. We will require the following task to be completed competently, • Stripping and re-assembly • Panel refinishing • Structural repairs • Plastic welding If you think you can add to our professional team then, please post your application along with CV to:

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MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNT Do you have three hours a week to spare? Are you a good listener? Have you had a variety of life experiences? If you have answered yes to the questions above, then we should be talking. Lifeline Marlborough operates a confidential telephone counselling service 24/7. We need more volunteers to step up to the mark to enable us to further develop our services. You will be fully trained, and once trained there is full support and ongoing training. You can really make a difference for those who feel that they have no-one else to turn to. Next training Sept 16, 17, 18, 24 and 25. Just call Vienna Lucas on 578 7503 for an informal chat, or write to: Lifeline Marlborough, 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim. Go on, do it now. You’ve got nothing to lose and you will make a difference.

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVE TRUSTEE The Board of KHW MPHO is seeking expressions of interest from people with rural perspectives who are interested in serving as a Community Representative Trustee on the Board of KHW MPHO. The position will become vacant on 28 September with the retirement of one of the three community trustees. The successful applicant will have a good understanding of governance and primary health care and be supported by Marlborough community networks. Applications close Friday, 9 September 2011. An application pack is available from The Administrator Kimi Hauora Wairau (Marlborough PHO) Phone: 520 6200 E mail: angehg@marlboroughpho.org.nz For more information please contact Christine Smith Chief Executive

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Pigeon results Results from the first round of the Blenheim Pigeon C l u b ’s o l d b i r d season, flown from Kaikoura on the weekend. First - Morrins Hollow; Second - C Kirkwood; Third - S Kirkwood; Fourth - G Peart; Fifth - J Webb; 6th -James. Next week’s race will be flown from Cheviot.

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Cellar Hand We have an exciting opportunity for a Cellar Hand in our 20,000 tonne, state of the art winery set in the Wairau Valley, Marlborough. Working in a team environment, you will be involved in the wine making process to achieve best quality results. We are seeking dynamic and motivated people. Applicants will require sound attention to detail, solid time management, strong interpersonal and team skills, a self starting attitude with the energy, motivation and stamina required to be effective in a challenging and rewarding workplace. Alternative hours will be required during vintage and periodically over the year. Tertiary qualifications would be highly regarded as would a passion for wine and the desire to succeed in the industry. Join a team of passionate, high performing people and work in a structured and supportive environment where quality outcomes are our goal, your contribution recognised and ongoing training and development provided. If you have the skill and motivation to be part of a dynamic and professional team please apply via our website and follow the links under careers. www.delegats.co.nz

Asphalt Leading Hand - vacancy number 1/5/ZIL A position has become available for a suitably experienced person to join our paving crew. Key attributes required are:

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Pistorius inclusion will open up a can of worms There was something unusual about the men’s 400m race at the athletics world championships in Daegu on Sunday. In heat five, seven athletes were running with feet, and one wasn’t. South African Oscar Pistorius, who runs with carbon fibre prosthetic blades in place of his lower legs, qualified for the event’s semi-finals in his first world championships after running a respectable 45.39 seconds. The 24-year-old, nicknamed the ‘Blade Runner’, has overcome a long and complex legal battle to become the first amputee to race in athletics’ showpiece event. The problem is, Pistorius and his rivals are clearly not competing on an even playing field. I n it i a l ly [ i n 2 0 0 7 ] , t h e

International Association of Athletics Federations [IAAF] banned Pistorius from able-bodied competition, ruling his artificial limbs actually worked more efficiently than normal human limbs. The following year, though, the ruling was overturned, after research by biophysicist Hugh Kerr countered claims that the artificial legs gave him an “unnatural” rate of fatigue. In other words, his cardiovascular output was the same as able-bodied athletes. This comment from Herr, in response to objections about Pistorius competing at the highest level, is admirable. “We’re imagining a world in which you happen to be born

By Damian George Former Marlborough rugby captain Ramon Sutherland says a struggling Tasman needs to curb its attacking instinct if it wants to win more national provincial games. The Makos won just two matches in this year’s ITM Cup and finished last in the competition’s second-tier Cup Championship. It could have been a much different story for the Makos had it converted a string of narrow losses into confidence-building victories. It lost four of its last five games by four points or less - including a 32-36 loss to top Cup Premiership qualifiers Canterbury - and lost a further two by 10 points or less.

Sutherland, captain of the Red Devils when it snatched the Ranfurly Shield off Canterbury in 1973, says the Makos side is lacking patience and losing games it should win. “I don’t think they know how to win,” he says. “Even though they at times play attractive rugby, a lot of the time they’d be far better kicking for possession and trying to get position on the paddock.” Sutherland says Tasman’s inability to close out tight matches was exemplified in its last match of the season against Manawatu on Thursday. The Makos lost the match after outplaying Manawatu for much of the game and leading the Turbos

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without fibulas, and you also happen to be the world’s best athlete. You should have the freedom to become that.” But the fact of the matter is the situation is a farce. Whether or not the Blade Runner’s legs are an advantage or a disadvantage, no one really knows. Pistorius is a remarkable, worldclass athlete. Make absolutely no mistake of that. The concern is where this will lead. In international cricket, laws regarding how far bowlers can straighten their arm were amended in 2005 to allow players like Sri Lanka’s Mutiah Muralitharan to continue playing. The implications of this IAAF move will open up a large can of worms.

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right up until it conceded a try in the last two minutes. “They threw it away when they could have won the game,” he says. “When they got ahead, they couldn’t keep control of the ball and they turned it over and that’s what happens.” Sutherland says there remains potential within the Tasman side, but a lot of players “didn’t really front up” this season. “There’s some real good boys there - [loose forward] Joe Wheeler’s improved out of sight since he’s got over that [shoulder] injury, and that [flanker Shane] Christie looks good. “And [prop Sam] Prattley, the Rai Valley boy, has done very well too.”

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