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By Bill McElhinney The shelves are empty at the Marlborough Community Food Bank, but the demand for food parcels is growing.

“We got a lot more food in our annual street appeal last year,” manager Wynnie Cosgrove says, “but it’s all gone.

“For the first time we’ve even run out of things like tinned spaghetti!”

Low wages, high rents, few savings, unexpected expenses – all these things drive people to seek help, Wynnie says.

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Marlborough Community Food Bank volunteer Rona Kennington sorts through some of the remaing items as she makes up food parcels to give out to families in need.

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“Many of the food parcels go to households where one or more of the occupants were in paid employment.” Wynnie says.

“People who seek food parcels aren’t lazy or bludgers. They are usually families struggling to pay rent, school fees, and medical bills.

Most of them are working, but many aren’t earning a living wage.

“Food costs have risen, people have to pay rent. All it takes for a family to fall behind is for a child to get sick and someone has to stop work to care for them. Then there’s no money coming in.

“Schools tell us they ring families to find why a child isn’t at school and it’s not because the child is sick, it’s because the family can’t afford to fill their lunchbox. That’s where we can help.”

Wynnie has some figures which show the growing demand: July 2018, 71 parcels given out – 95 this July.

September last year, 80 parcels – 106 this September.

“We have families living in caravans in camping grounds

because they can’t find affordable accommodation,” Wynnie says.

“And they’re not migrants, they’re ordinary Kiwi families who are struggling to make ends meet.”

The food bank does not deal directly with clients, Winnie says.

“Various social agencies come to us with people’s needs and we send the food parcels to the agency. That way it is harder for people to take advantage of us. We monitor things and can soon tell if the needs are genuine.”

The food bank is holding its annual street appeal on the evening of Monday, November 25, and Winnie expects they will collect enough to fill their empty shelves again.

“We get tremendous support from the community,” Winnie says.

They want non-perishable items such as canned food. “And cereal, especially Weetbix, and rice,” she says, “and sugar, flour, pasta jams and spreads would be good.”

In the meantime, people can donate to the Food Bank collection bins at New World and Countdown supermarkets.

Marlborough Community Food Bank treasurer Lynette Stanley, chairperson Bridget Nolan and manager Wynnie Cosgrove by the empty shelves.

And anybody wanting to make other donations, such as meat or money, can contact treasurer Lynette Stanley on 027 500 1517.

The Marlborough Youth Trust, who provide volunteers for the annual appeal, need banana boxes in which to

pack donated items.

“We need about 600 boxes,” manager Jo Lane says.

“If you can help, please drop the boxes off to us at the Youth Trust centre, My Space , in Redwood Street, between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.”

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By Celeste Alexander Next week will see Subway restaurants tackle hunger with its World Sandwich Day, set for Friday November 1. It’s a fun promotion which will see customers who purchase a sub, wrap or salad receive one free, and Subway will donate a meal through KiwiHarvest.

But for restaurant manager Jeanette Anderson and her team at Subway - Stadium 2000, they will also be tackSubway staff Jeanette Anderson, Monique Burger, Natasha Preece and Nina Oe- ling hunger right here in Marlborough hlrich with 'Tin Man', a creation made by Monique which will be part of a display by holding a food collection for the Marlborough Community Food Bank. for a Marlborough Foodbank collection which takes place instore next week.

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“We will set up a display instore with a trolley and signage showing where people can bring in a non-perishable food item to donate. In return, everyone who makes a donation will go into the draw to win one of two $50 subcards.

“It’s something the whole team is keen to support, and after speaking with Food Bank manager Wynnie Cosgrove, it’s pretty clear that there’s an urgent need,” Jeanette says.

Donations for the food bank can be dropped off instore from Wednesday through to Friday.

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Jessica’s disappearance now a homicide Police again ask that anyone with information about Jessica’s disappearance – no matter how insignificant they may think it might be, to contact Marlborough Police on (03) 578 5279 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

By Celeste Alexander The disappearance of 27-year-old Jessica Boyce, who was last seen in Renwick on March 19, is now being treated as a homicide.

Police met with Jessica’s family members on Monday to update them with the new development, and publicly announced it on Tuesday afternoon.

The vehicle that Jessica was last seen in, a red Holden Rodeo ute found at the Lake Chalice carpark in the Richmond Ranges on March 22, has been seized for forensic investigation.

Police now believe the car was deliberately left in the carpark in an effort to mislead the investigation, Area Investigations Manager Detective Senior Sergeant Ciaran Sloan says.

As a result of their enquiries, Police investigators have identified a number of locations of interest in Marlborough.

Police have executed two search warrants, one at a property in Canvastown and another in Wharanui, in relation to the ongoing homicide investigation.

There have been more than 40 staff deployed on the operation, from the wider Tasman district and also brought in from Canterbury District.

Police are not in a position to go into further detail on the investigation at this point, except to say it is ongoing.

“We are focused on getting answers for Jessica’s family and the community, and would urge anyone with any information that may help, no matter how small, to come forward,” Detective Senior Sergeant Ciaran Sloan says.

Jessica’s family released a statement on Wednesday via the ‘Help Find Jess’ Facebook page, sharing their reaction to the news and their hopes for the investigation going forward.

“This has come as a shock to us, but we have been bracing ourselves for the possibility of such news over the last few months.

“We still hoped that perhaps Jess may have had an accident or mishap; and even dared to dream that she may yet walk back through the door. Unfortunately those hopes and dreams have now been dashed.

“As yet, no details of what has actually happened to Jess are available to us. We understand that the investigation is ongoing, and that the Police continue to extensively gather information and evidence.

“In that vein, we would like to thank the Police for their ongoing efforts, and their considerable support. They have been working closely with the family since Jess’s initial disappearance, and continue to help us manage our expectations as the investigations evolve.

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Red Cross appointed to Blenheim refugee settlement With Blenheim being one of five new settlement locations for refugees arriving from February 2020, the New Zealand Red Cross has been appointed to welcome refugees in Blenheim, as well as Levin and Masterton.

Next stage of town stormwater upgrade set for January Construction is beginning on the next phase of the Town Branch Drain stormwater network upgrade, part of the Council’s infrastructure upgrade of Blenheim.

The main task is the construction of an 80m buried stormwater culvert running south along Redwood Street from Muller Road. The new culvert will then go east across Redwood Street and along the channel of the Town Branch Drain for about 70m.

The culvert will be constructed between late January and June 2020.

Fulton Hogan has been awarded the contract for this project.

Jessica Boyce has been missing for seven months and Police are now treating her disappearance as a homicide. If you have any information about Jessica's disappearance please contact Marlborough Police.

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“If you do have information that could help in the investigation, we would urge you to please bypass us (and social media) and go directly to the Police on 105 (toll free).

“The ongoing support from extended family, friends and the wider community has been immense. We so appreciate the continued help, love, and empathy that has been expressed by so many people. We know Jess would have been overwhelmed by this.

“We remain united and strong

as a family. We are hopeful that we will find out what has happened to Jess; but would so dearly love to have her home.

In the meantime, we will wait for the Police to complete their investigation.

“We will face this waiting with the dignity and respect that Jess would have loved.

“Hopefully our whimsical girl who has flown elsewhere will be blown back to us soon. Thank you for all for your help, your prayers, your kindness and patience. Kia Kaha.”

Measles reaches Nelson Marlborough region A confirmed case of measles that is connected to the current Auckland outbreak has been confirmed by the Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service.

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If you are looking for something to do with the family this Labour Weekend, the Picton Rail and Sail Society is celebrating its anniversary by running all it trains and having the yachts out on the lake on the Picton Foreshore.

The Society’s steam train ‘Resolution’ is also finally up and running on the tracks, after many years of work.

Around 1998, the Society was gifted the rolling chassis, cranks, cylinders, and valve gear. Some

time later, the boiler was built in England, while the rest of the metalwork and assembly was done here.

There were ongoing ‘teething problems’, a spokesperson says, including timing of the pistons, the (re)design of the fire crate and ash pan, and ensuring that the water pumps worked efficiently.

“Huge appreciation to our many Society members who have been involved in the Resolution project, with special thanks for the ef-

forts of Patrick Robinson, Peter Chronican, Graham Low and Bob Metcalf,” they say.

To celebrate this Tuia 250 year and the Society’s own anniversary, the Resolution will be taking passengers and steaming its way around the tracks on the Picton Foreshore on Sunday morning, 27 October (Labour Weekend). Members will also be taking donations instead of the usual 20-cent fare.

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By Celeste Alexander When there’s sheep, a bunch of shearers, and farm dogs put in a room it’s easy to guess what the event might be about.

But what if you throw in a pie and a pint of beer? For anyone who has attended The Woody Speedshear and Bark-Up in previous years, it will make perfect sense.

Richard Marlow and Rowan Ingpen of the Woodbourne Tavern & Motels are looking forward to their eighth Speedshear event which will take place on Friday, November 8.

It’s always timed to coincide with the Marlborough A&P Show due to the number of shearers attending.

“It gives them something to do on the Friday night before the show,” Richard says.

The event begins at 6.30pm with the Bark-Up which is always a popular feature, Rowan says.

“Most of the men coming for the Speedshear have dogs so it’s a good lead-in to the shearing.

“Last year we had around 30 dogs which was a good turnout and we’re hoping to get a good response this year,” he says.

There will be cash prizes put up for the Bark-Up winners, and in the Speedshear for the top

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Another popular feature of the event is the Teams Speedshearing which has already attracted its first entry.

The Rhonda Stewart Harcourts team has thrown its hat into the ring once again; “So who will take up the challenge?”, Rowan asks.

“Teams are made up of four people, one of which must be female. Each team member takes up the role of winder, drinker, eater and shearer.

“The first team member must eat a Renwick pie, the second guzzles a pint of beer, the third winds the manual hand-piece while the fourth shears the sheep.

“It’s a good laugh and entertaining for people to watch, so if you aren’t entering make sure you come along on the night and cheer them on,” Rowan says.

All winners have their names engraved on the trophies and receive bragging rights as well as their prizes.

Registrations can be taken at the Woodbourne Tavern on the night or before the event. For the Open section it costs $30, Senior $25, Teams $20. All entry fees go back into the cash prize pool.

Woodbourne Tavern & Motels proprietor Richard Marlow and manager Rowan Ingpen are gearing up for their up and coming speed sheering event.

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He korero no te Kaunihera o Wairau NEWS FROM THE MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Renwick gets a new village green

China visit cements ties Former president of the Ningxia Wine Federation Hao Linhai visited Marlborough last week, taking the opportunity to visit a number of vineyards and wineries. Mr Hao has hosted Marlborough delegations to Ningxia in the past, so this time Marlborough was able to return the favour.

Mr Hao was impressed by his visit to Wineworks to see their bottling, packaging and distribution services, which account for three-quarters of wine produced in New Zealand.

Ningxia is the third largest wine region in China and one of the largest in the world.

With opposite seasons, the Marlborough and Ningxia wine industries are well placed to exchange wine technology and expertise.

The Marlborough-Ningxia sister region relationship was signed in 2017 and is based on a mutual economic partnership, through wine consultancy, wine technology and education, which has so far seen Marlborough benefit from over $1m in revenue from Ningxia, in the last five years.

More information is available at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/ marlborough-sister-cities/ningxia-factsheet

Thirty five locals recently attended a planting day at the Renwick Domain.

Renwick Smart+Connected Chair Joe Keighley welcomed everyone to the event and thanked them for the support.

The group planted and mulched the area before enjoying a BBQ and coffee to celebrate.

Councillors Cynthia Brook and Gerald Hope helped with the planting and spoke with the community about future plans for Renwick.

A temporary sign will be installed at the entrance to the village green, which will outline information about the next stage of the project. There will be a new pathway around the perimeter, a natural play area, seating, a frisbee golf course and an event space.

Council’s Community Advisor Adi James said it’s exciting to see the project getting off the ground.

“The community has been working closely with the Council over the past two years to complete a Small Townships Plan - we are now starting some of the projects from this plan.”

Other infrastructure improvements in

Renwick over the next year include traffic calming and beautification along High Street, cycle-friendly streets and a heritage trail.

Council hours on Labour Day Mr Hao (left) and Alistair Schorn of Marlborough District Council, hosted by Jan Whillans of Wineworks

Vineyard cycle path opens The Brancott Boulevard cycle path was officially opened to the public on Tuesday last week.

Twenty cyclists celebrated the opening of the 1.6 kilometre path, a joint project between Pernod Ricard and the Renwick Smart & Connected group.

The path runs from Middle Renwick Road to

New Renwick Road, and is part of a network of planned vineyard paths that will connect the area’s cellar doors for visitors, and also provide a recreational opportunity for locals.

Please note, the path is part of a working vineyard and tractors and harvesters will use it at times. If the gate is closed, it is not safe to enter.

Marlborough District Council’s Blenheim office and Picton Service Centre is closed on Monday 28 October, Labour Day. Kerbside refuse and recycling Rubbish and recycling scheduled to be collected on Monday 28 October will be collected on Tuesday 29 October.

Transfer Station Blenheim Transfer Station, Resource Recovery, Re-use Centres and Greenwaste facility and composting will be open between 8.00 am and 4.30 pm. The E-Waste collection facility will be closed.

Picton Transfer Station is open between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm.

Havelock Transfer Station is open between 8.00 am and 2.00 pm.

Seddon, Rai Valley and Wairau Valley transfer stations will be closed.

Landfill The landfill is open between 7.30 am and midday.

Libraries Marlborough District Library and Picton Library and Service Centre is closed.

Bus services There are no bus services on Monday 28 October.

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Also remember to be wary of people reversing out of driveways. If you lack confidence, or walk very slowly when crossing the road, wait for others or ask someone to accompany you.

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The Sun Council debt!

Now that the politics are ended. Will that new body dare to inform us all, how much is owed on outstanding rates. It’s right at their fingertips, so being open, transparent (very naughty words), tell your voting public what is fiscally owed instead of grand misleading totals of woe! How dare they!

Bus shelters How about the Council stepping up and putting bus shelters for the Grovetown Intermediate and College pupils. Used containers, with the side cut out, painted up would be all that’s needed.

The Council had no trouble spending an exorbitant amount of money on the disaster of a Railway Bus Shelter with a hole in the roof. Not much thought in that scheme. Must have holes in the head agreeing to such a stupid design.

Isn’t the purpose of a shelter to shelter..duhh!!

Minimalistic is sometimes the best.

Congratulations “Strong Leadership” is appointing the second highest polling candidate to Deputy Mayor.

Congratulations in advance Jamie Arbuckle.

You deserve it!!!

Fortnite shutdown Now that fortnite has shut down, does this mean that kids have to go outside and play daily?

You voted for this Mayor Leggett backs Councils Smart & Connected strategy for economic growth! (Sun Wed 16 Oct). It’s cost Ratepayers $390,000.00 in consultants fees since 2013/14 and not a single new business or job can be attributed to this strategy.

Now we’ll see more of the same. Economic Development? I don’t think so but, hey, you voted for this outcome!!!

Found no bugs Just read a letter in The Sun (Wednesday 16 Oct) about book bugs in library books.

I am an older person (74) and read heaps of books from the library and never once come across bugs, and if I did I cant imagine dying of fright over it, in fact my teenage granddaughter is more likely to have hysterics about that than me.! Though a cockroach could give me the vapours maybe.

More economical?

Pot holes on the main roads around Blenheim...

Is it more economical to patch them twice or three times over or just fix them once?

Common courtesy Tough luck- so an Auckland real estator won’t move to Blenheim as his dogs won’t be welcome in the town centre! People eating food at tables in cafes do not want a dog or two drooling or sniffing nearby- it’s as simple as that.

Dogs are dogs - I love them too. My dog is well-behaved... but it is not right to take him with me to visit my friend for a cuppa, or to visit a cafe for a cuppa also. Common courtesy is needed.

If people from big cities have lost their manners and respect for others, then they are certainly not welcome in Blenheim.

Pot holes Pot holes everywhere not being fixed, big one developing end of Opawa bridge, what is going on with our roads in Marlborough?

A big Thank You to Annette who lives/works Girling Avenue, and who so very kindly rescued our aged, blind and bewildered cat from Parker Street last Tuesday and brought her home. Sadly we decided it was “time”, and had her gently put to sleep. R.I.P. Pearl.

Exemplary workers Having recently spent two days in our local hospital, I have been so impressed with the care given. We have exemplary doctors, nurses, technicians, in fact all who work in the health system.

Parent parks People appear to be taking no notice at all of the parent and child parking spaces at New World now they have moved due to the renovations. Today 2 of the 3 spaces were being used by people with no kids. All I, and other parents, ask is please respect these have been designated for parents with young children, just like you are asked to respect disabled parking.

Just saying...

Pedestrian crossings are for pedestrians, not cyclists.

Breaks my heart Rescue dogs Dennis and Darma... Awesome job SPCA on the love and attention you are giving these two beautiful dogs. I really hope they find their Forever Home” and experience the love and care they deserve.

It breaks my heart when I hear about the ill treatment animals receive. I hope the scum who treated them like this are banned from owning any more animals for life and karma has a way of treating them the same way!!!!

Carry on folks

Older drivers Does Ms Donnelly not realise that a lot of older drivers still work either part time or full time?

I for one would love to attend a defensive driving course but work full time. Could they not have one or two in the evening? I think we would all benefit from it. I am in my 72nd year and am sure i am not the only one who can’t attend for this reason.

Thank you

Better local content I read the Marlborough Express every Friday.

Usually there’s 3-4 pages of sports, but of the 10-15 articles, there’s consistently little to acknowledge women’s achievements and that of local youth.

Thank goodness we have free papers including “The Sun” which provide greater local and more representative coverage of sports in our area. It’s no wonder that we rarely buy Fairfax’s M Express these days, as the overall standards & local content have dropped.

Thanks to our free papers for better local news and content.

Voter apathy. Steady on; we know that nepotism is rife in politics here and only 4 families actually run the town. So forgive us for realising the old boy network and rising debt will continue. Even ‘pre-coached’ on electioneering tactics. Puppetry continues since Roman times. Carry on folks. Yes we chose an option.

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Horrendous attack Grey hooded lady whose unleashed dog horrendously attacked and terribly mauled a shy cat on its own back yard in hospital ground Monday 6.15pm. Why did you not return to face up to the event. Yes we saw and heard you calling the dogs name.

Will he attack again?

Sad you left through the long grass, not even to report which of the two houses the cat belongs to. Is it because you don’t want the huge vet bill?

Cat died Thursday.

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Bless you There are still some lovely people here in Blenheim who go the extra mile. Thank you to the young man shopping with his partner in the Warehouse on Saturday.

Not only did he help me, prior to that he helped the ladies in front of me .....all of us trying to lug big heavy bags of compost into our trolleys. Bless you, you deserve all good things coming your way.

Well done sir Sports reporters. Have viewers noticed how many TV staff are covering the same sport, same game, same city! At least 5 per channel, even a news anchor! No wonder TV3 is broke from perks!

Then there’s the Sun’s Jacob, non travelling, no almanac, covering them all, not afraid to opinionate. Do we know him-NO. Yet, invite him along so he can find out more of the talent we have. Well done sir.

Cruise rubbish Here is something to think about the rubbish on cruise ships, where does it go?? The answer is the sea.

All the best Eliminate frustration 80km speed limit. What we need on our roads are alot, 10 times more, are passing lanes.

Imagine 30 passing lanes to Nelson. It would eliminate alot of driver frustration.

No real complaints about John Leggett being elected our mayor once again although I do think Blenheim may have missed an opportunity with Jamie Arbuckle. Younger new blood could have been a good thing. All the best to them anyway.

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Friday October 25, 2019

Country music club to celebrate 50 years

A group of members from the Blenheim Country Music Club gathered at Redwoodtown School hall on Sunday, October 13, for one of their many regular club days. Back row, from left: Richard McCallum, Linnette Mortlock, Neil Gibbs (club president), Nola Carter, Geoff Robinson. Front row, from left: Rex Wotten, John Simmons, June Baldick, Lynette Mason, Amy Cannon, Theresa Cannon, Graeme Colquhoun, and Ann Muir.

By Aimee O’Hagan For many members of the Blenheim Country Music Club, country music is not only entertainment, but also something that joins a community of people together.

Whether it’s Slim Dusty, Bluegrass, Texas Swing, or Americana, the club embraces country music in all it’s styles and forms.

Country music has been a big part of some members’ – including John Simmons, Graeme Colquhoun, Linnette Mortlock, and Amy Cannon – lives for quite some time.

In fact, Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 November will see the lively club celebrate a particularly special anniversary: it’s 50th birthday.

Celebrations will begin with a dinner for past and present members at the Clubs of Marlborough on Saturday evening, and will continue the next day with a club day concert at Redwoodtown School Hall.

But the club day concert won’t be a regular concert – members have

decided to “jazz” it up a little bit.

Award-winning, Tapawera-based, special guest country music singer, Zac Griffith, will be performing at the anniversary celebration.

“We are [also] hoping our past members will grace the stage once more,” says Neil Gibbs, president of the Blenheim Country Music Club.

“It will be a normal club day door charge of $3, which – for an afternoon of music and afternoon tea – is probably the best value in town.

“We look forward to seeing many enthusiastic Blenheim country music followers.”

Any past or present members who have not recieved an invitation to the dinner on November 2nd are encouraged to get in contact with Kathy Johnston (secretary of the Blenheim Country Music Club) on 577 9659 or 021 0246 9233.

Kathy can also be contacted for extra information about the anniversary celebrations.

These yellow lines on Grove Road are a no stopping area.

No place to queue, take notice Don’t stop here! The yellow cross hatchings on Grove Road are a no stopping area, Marlborough road safety advocate, Nigel Perry, says.

“Motorists are tempted to stop

on these markings when there is a queue of traffic waiting to go over the Grove Road bridge,” Nigel says.

“But these are no stopping areas and are designed to make

sure the intersections are left clear.”

Similar markings can be seen on other places, such as outside the St John Ambulance office in Seymour Street.

Arrest follows after a string of burglaries

By Community Constable Russ Smith A 16 year-old Blenheim male was arrested on Monday afternoon on three counts of burglary.

He is alleged to have been a party to a burglary at the Blenheim Bowling Club between the evening of Friday 27 and the morning of Saturday 28 of September. An honesty box containing around $200 in cash was stolen.

Then overnight between Sunday 13 and Monday 14 of October, he and an associate allegedly returned to the club, entered after smashing a window and have stolen another honesty box containing an estimated $150 cash.

He is also alleged to be responsible, along with two teenage female associates, for two burglaries to the Muller Road Dairy on Sunday 13th of October.

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glass louvres to enter the diary at about 6am, but ran off when an alarm activated.

The trio returned a short time later and he is alleged to have entered and stolen a selection of food and drink items and left.

Around an hour later he and his associates returned and he is alleged to have entered the

dairy again, stealing around $280 cash.

He appeared in the Youth Court in Blenheim on Tuesday and was remanded into the care of Oranga Tamariki.

The other two females have been referred to the Police Youth Aid Section and will be dealt with by way of alternative action.

In a separate incident, at about 5.40pm on Tuesday Police were called to a property north of Blenheim and arrested an 18-year-old female.

She has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon and threatening to kill after allegedly threatening the occupants of the house.

She has been bailed to appear in the Blenheim District Court on 29 October. Her bail conditions include clauses of non-association or contact with the victims, and not to go to the address concerned.

Vampire pilot Tom Enright, Warrant Officer Warren Tindall of the Airforce Museum at Wigram who helped Marlborough film-maker Paul Davidson (right) with research and filming for a new film released today.

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Film inspired by aircraft near-misses Exactly 60 years ago Marlborough film-maker Paul Davidson was a 14-year-old kid standing in a huge crowd beside Wellington Airport’s runway, about to witness something extraordinary.

It was the great Capital Air Show celebrating the official opening of the new airport, and Paul will never forget the heart-stopping moment when a giant delta-wing Vulcan bomber almost crashed right in front of him.

There were other near-misses in the gale-force northerly winds of that day, most notably when a Sutherland flying boat making a low pass actually hit the runway, punching a hold in its keel and almost sinking on its return to base.

But what has never previously been revealed is that there was almost another disaster when the Vampire aerobatic team ran into cloud, nearly hitting the ground, on their last act of the day.

Paul has now tracked down the crew of these aircraft, who have

given first-hand accounts of their dramatic experiences on that day.

He has combined their stories with actual footage of the event and created an intriguing short film which brings that momentous day back to the present.

“I will never forget that day,” Paul says. “And after talking to the pilots I know they never will either.”

Sunderla nd co -pilot Robin Klitscher went on to fly helicopters in Vietnam and become a highly decorated Air Vice Marshall, while Vampire pilot Tom Enright flew almost every type of passenger jet all over the world.

Both are now well retired, but Tom certainly says luck was on their side that day, and Robin ruefully reflects on his logbook entry for the day – a “touch and go” for his flying boat.

Paul’s film has been released today, exactly 60 years since that day, Labour Weekend, October 25 1959 and is titled ‘Wellington Airport - 60 Years On”.

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Mower height will make a big difference to the lawn. Mowing too low weakens the grasses and opens up soil to allow weed seeds to establish.

gardening this week Lawns - love them or hate them: By Wally Richards Lawns are either the bane of your life or your love of an immaculate swart of green.

I have known lawn perfectionists who would trim the grasses on their hands and knees with a pair of scissors.

A good looking lawn is a pleasure to behold and you will have noticed that after mowing your lawn the gardens look much nicer.

I have seen some great gardens which have been let down by a poor lawn.

I think the days of having a big lawn so you can get out there with your kids and show them how great you are playing rugby or cricket have just about gone, as the kids are on their screens, not on your turf.

Lawns are one of the more difficult plants to grow as they require more attention than most other plants.

Not only do you have to get the right type of grass seed for certain areas to do well (shade/sun/dry/ wet), there is a constant war going on between the grasses and other plants and mosses.

Mower height will make a big difference to the lawn. Mowing too low weakens the grasses and opens up soil to allow weed seeds to establish.

The ideal height of the grasses should be about 60mm, and you should not cut more than one third off the blades of grass. So when the lawn grows to 90mm you cut off 30mm.

Grass loves to be cut and performs well, thickening up into

multi-blades when cut correctly.

The thickening up gives a carpet like look to the lawn and makes it difficult for weeds to establish.

I have seen some well cared for lawns going to wrack and ruin when the owners are no longer capable of mowing and they contract a mowing person to do their lawns.

Unless the mowing contractor knows a bit about lawns the tendency is to mow too low, which allows weeds to establish. The lawn becomes unsightly much more quickly and needs more frequent mowing.

Weeds grow faster than grasses in most cases.

Another problem is the mowing person mows a lot of lawns and many of these lawns will have weeds, and they do not clean their mowers between lawns which can result in the introduction of weed seeds into your lawn.

If you have no need for a big lawn then simply do away with it.

Bring it down to a small lawn that is easy to maintain and save yourself a lot of work.

In my case I moved to a house where there is a reasonable sized front lawn (10 to 15 mins mowing) and a large back lawn which takes over half an hour to mow.

So the plan is to cut part of the back lawn area down, plant fruit trees in the lawn, mow it low and then kill off the grasses and weeds with applications of ammonium sulphamate prior to laying weed mat, and covering that with bark.

Then I will put some concrete pads down to put raised gardens

on, another pad for one of my small glasshouses (6x4) and another one for my hen house so I can relocate that also.

For those with existing lawns that they want to improve there are several things you can do during spring and autumn.

Thatch builds up on the soil surface, which makes the lawn spongy to walk on. It is also a problem for the grasses as the thatch catches and holds moisture.

Feeder roots tend to come up into the thatch where they are burnt off when it is dry, leading to brown patches.

There are two ways to solve this; use a scarifier to rip out the thatch which is good to do if you want to over-sow more lawn seed.

Otherwise spray the lawn with Wallys Thatch Buster. The broken down thatch becomes food for the grasses.

Moss in lawns can be controlled with Wallys Moss & Liverwort by mixing with water at 50mils per litre and jetting it into the moss with your sprayer adjusted to make a jet.

Wormcasts in lawn upset some people and the way to stop this is to acidify the soil using the likes of iron sulphate drenches so the worms leave the lawn to go to your gardens, where it is a better pH. For those that want really healthy grasses and a great lawn spray the lawn monthly with a combination of Perkfection, Magic Botanic Liquid and Mycorrcin.

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Bill McElhinney Blenheim Sun Journalist  What food do you crave most often?

Tomatoes, raw, processed and juiced. And broccoli, and juicy mandarins. No, I’m not a vegetarian!  When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Go home and hug my lovely wife, Jenny. She can brighten up anyone’s day.  What was cool when you were young but isn’t now?

Platform shoes. I fell off mine one night in the 70s and sprained my ankle.  Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life?

My late Father, who showed me what it was like to be a great husband and Dad. Hope I’ve lived up to his example.  What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made?

Best is our modest, circa 1950s weatherboard home where we raised four children, nursed Jenny’s Grandmother and created a wealth of wonderful memories.

 What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

A Hyundai Kona electric vehicle – 400km and no petrol!

But I’ll probably settle for a second-hand Nissan Leaf.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

Golden Bay. Love the beaches and the hills covered in native bush. Another slice of Kiwi paradise.  What was the last photo you took?

My seven-year-old grandson having a bubble bath at our place. Sent him home sparkling clean.  Favourite programme currently watching?

Country Calendar and Graeme Sinclair’s Ocean Bounty. Two great entertaining and informative NZ programmes.  What fashion trend makes you laugh or cringe?

Three-quarter pants on men and women. Guys, if they don’t go all the way down, don’t wear ‘em!

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Friday 25 Te Pātaka o Wairau Māori Night Market: Showcasing Māori businesses and products within our community. With a vibrant atmosphere, fantastic entertainment, stunning crafts and yummy kai, what better way to celebrate all things Te Ao Māori. 4pm-8pm. Seymour Square, 92 High Street, Blenheim.

Bolivia Cards and Rummy O: Love cards, come and join in. Bolivia cards every Friday 1pm-4pm. Also Rummy O every Monday 12.30pm4pm. Blenheim Bowling Club Hall, 65a Weld Street.

The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock.

The Diversion Gallery: Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12-5pm.

10 London Quay, Picton.

Heritage and Whaling Museum: A collection of 2000 items of Māori, whaling, maritime, heritage and textile displays. 10am-4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Picton.

Wine Works Wine Race Marlborough: Waikawa Boating Club, Waikawa Marina, Waikawa, Picton, this Friday 6-4pm. A race across the Cook straight carrying the best of the new vintage Marlborough wines to the North Island. On the line are bragging rights for boats and wineries alike.

Attracting a fleet from around the country the race is now one of the wellestablished features of the Waikawa racing calendar. For more info contact events@waikawaboatingclub.co.nz Wa Pakiwaitara Me Nga Puawai: Come and Join Te Kohanga Reo O Nga Puawai this Friday 10.30-11am at the Marlborough District Library to enjoy Te Reo Māori time and sing with us.

There will be another session on 1st November Friday at 10.30am.

Mr Red-Light Nelson Arts Festival in Blenheim: This Friday at the Marlborough ASB Theatre 8-9.25pm. Tickets priced from $25-$48 for further info visit www. nelsonartsfestival.nz or contact/phone 0800 842 538

Saturday 26 Linkwater School Spring Fair: A fun day for everyone. With a fantastic plant stall, terrific coffee and food, BBQ, raffles, art and craft stalls, trailer rides, old fashioned games and bouncy castle. 10am-2pm. Linkwater School, Linkwater, Queen Charlotte Drive.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery: Arlin Sukarlin’s “Edge of the Universe” closes this Sunday at Marlborough Art Society’s gallery at 204 High

Model Aero Club: ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Phone Murray 578 9199.

Blenheim Petanque Club: 10am Sunday and 1pm Wednesday. All welcome. 65A Weld Street.

Changing Narratives: Massacre. Incident, Affray? This Sunday at the Marlborough Museum Join us for a presentation by Lloyd Carpenter (Ngati Toa Rangatira) Senior Lecturer in Māori Studies at Lincoln University. He will be discussing the changing views of this historical event. The cost will be $5, for further info contact info@ āarlboroughmuseum.org.nz.

Monday 28th Te Pātaka o Wairau Māori Night Market, showcasing Māori businesses and products within our community.

With a vibrant atmosphere, fantastic entertainment, stunning crafts and yummy kai, what better way to celebrate all things Te Ao Māori. 4pm-8pm. Seymour Square, 92 High Street, Blenheim.

Street Blenheim. Open every day 10.30–4.30pm.

Marlborough Artisan Craft Market: Come on down and check out the local craft stalls, coffee, food, music and children’s zone. Every Saturday 9am-2pm, October to February. The Quays, Riverside Park, High Street.

Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibition on show “Spring” an annual, themed fundraising exhibition.

On until November 10. Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated.

Chess: Every Saturday at Delicia Ice Cream Café, 4 Scott Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough, Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm.

Please bring your own board and pieces.

Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts.

Marlborough Museum: Free entry on Saturday’s. Open 10am–4pm daily. All welcome. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

Round’A’Mini Golf Picton: Picton Foreshore, 9am Saturday and Sunday.

Orchestra: This Friday St. Ninians Presbyterian Church 4.45-6pm. Upbeat Orchestra is a community orchestra for all ages, any orchestral instrument, from beginner to grade 5. Yearly Membership is $50 adult, $25 child or $100 for a family, no door charges.

For more info contact Kathryn at upbeatorchestra@gmail.com Vintage Farm Machinery: 10am-3pm, open every day. Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas the tractor rides are available.

Gravel Grind Ride: Open to all, on every Saturday. 3pm, Bikefit Marlborough, 24 Market Street.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale: Every Saturday 8am–12.30pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Road.

Blenheim Menz Shed: 4 Dillons Point Road. Open 9am12pm Saturday and 1-4pm on Monday and Thursday.

Picton Men’s Shed: “Where men can do what men do best” 9am-12pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. 2 Market St. Picton.

5km Taylor River Fun Run: Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday.

Cardmaking workshop: St Christopher’s Anglican Church on Saturday 26th October from 1.30 – 3.30pm. Cost is $20.00 to make 5 cards. Please book with Fran on 0212408169.

Sunday 27 Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Forresters Café just past Rai Valley for afternoon tea. 1pm departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Please note Sunday rides will be subject to the winter conditions and rides may change on the day. Also Thursday Group rides, meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

Blenheim Riverside Railway: Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $12 Child $6 (Omaka $7 & $4). Sorry no Eftpos, cash only. Also running on Wednesday October 9.

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Marlborough Associated Modellers Society: Miniature train rides at Brayshaw Park, first and third Sunday each month, 1pm-4pm, $2. Model yacht and boat sailing at Brayshaw Park every Sunday, 1pm-4pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

EcoWorld: EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Picton Foreshore.

Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-5.30pm.

Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Every Sunday, 1pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

The Edwin Fox Ship: Take the opportunity to visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, and discover this gem of international history. Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market: Grab yourself a delicious brunch and fresh produce, with lots on offer. Every Sunday, 9am-noon. Marlborough A&P Showgrounds corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road.

Picton Rail & Sail: Open (subject to weather) Sundays, public holidays & everyday during school holidays. Picton Foreshore.

Marlborough Heritage Cruise: This Sunday 1-5pm London Quay Picton. ​Learn about our fascinating Sounds heritage, visiting Ships Cove, a mussel farm and the Whaling Station with the Marlborough Tour Company. Includes complimentary local seafood tastings with bar available.

Leaving from Town wharf, Picton.

(Edwin Fox Museum Fundraiser).

Marlborough Sounds Heritage Cruise $125.00 Book via Edwin Fox Museum 035736868/ 0275736868/ info@edwinfoxship.nz

Edwin Fox Maritime Museum Family Fun Day: A range of family fun activities and opportunities to explore the region!

Also visit the Pop-Up Museum and expert talks, themed photo opportunities located at the Picton Yacht Club Hotel. On the Picton waterfront, have a go at sailing, sausage sizzles and bouncy castles - this Monday between 11am-2pm

Upcoming Events Pirate School on the Edwin Fox Ship: November 2 and 3 Saturday and Sunday, 9am – 5pm. Ahoy me hearties!

Shiver me timbers, it’s time to come to Pirate School. Climb aboard the Edwin Fox ship and be a pirate. FREE ENTRY. Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, 1 Auckland Street, Picton.

Take a personal tour of the newly opened Meretoto 1770 Exhibition: At Marlborough Museum with Steve Austin, Historian, and Logan Coote, Archaeologist. November Saturday 2 and Sunday 3, 11am and 2pm. GOLD COIN DONATION. RSVP by Friday 1 November - info@marlboroughmuseum.org.nz Behind the Scenes Tour of Archives with Marlborough Archives Manager Megan Ross: November 6 Wednesday, 10.30am.

Archives Manager Megan Ross will be your guide through the rich and fascinating documents held here in Archives at Marlborough Museum.

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PAINTER WANTED We are looking for a fully qualified tradesman to join our busy locally owned business, Must be highly motivated and have a high level of skill, Must be a team player, Must have great people skills and be able to follow directions and have excellent time keeping habits.

Please email C V to info@nakedpainting.nz or contact Peter on 0273334650.

Supervisor - Havelock We have a vacancy for a Supervisor for our mussel grading division In Havelock. This is a challenging role where you will need to be organised, have the ability to think on your feet, show enthusiasm and be able to demonstrate safe work practices, all whilst encouraging the team to do the same.

• Ensuring safety Is the highest priority

Fulltime, 1 year contract

• Maintaining operational performance to a high level • Organising staff, ensuring clear communication across the shifts • Completing activity reports • Co-ordination of all activities while working Within the scope of GMP and quality standards • Operation of grading machine • Unloading/loading harvesters and trucks • Forklift driving Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: hav.manager@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to: Talley’s Group Limited Havelock: 3 Rangitane Drive, Havelock Wharf, Havelock.

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Digital Services Officer – Fixed Term Our digital team needs a keen multi-tasker with digital skills.

Are you a fast learner? Do you enjoy a job that needs a variety of skills?

This is a busy role that requires a team player who can multitask and communicate well with a wide range of people. While your primary focus will be assisting with creation and maintenance of our online and mobile forms and related digital processes, you will also find yourself assisting our designer with maintenance of our suite of graphics for web and print, and updating content on our website and other channels.

If you: • Are self-motivated and proactive • Are a fast learner with a focus on accuracy • Have an eye for detail • Have a desire to be multi-skilled with the ability to publish content on digital channels • Have some experience with Adobe products then this could be the job for you. Please submit a sample of work along with your application.

This is a 6 month Fixed Term role due to Parental Leave.

Applications close at 5.00 pm on 1 November 2019.

Applications should be made online via the careers page www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/careers/current-vacancies where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply.

For further information you are welcome to contact Mandy Evans on mandy.evans@marlborough.govt.nz

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School Caretaker Fulltime, permanent

We are looking for someone who has knowledge of building maintenance, grounds keeping and an understanding of school infrastructure to join our caretaking team.

Duties will revolve around day to day maintenance and care of our school facilities, which include sports fields, Gyms, swimming pool and classrooms.

A friendly disposition and a can do attitude is a must as is an openness to learning on the job and being flexible are a key character trait for the successful person.

A police check and child safety vetting are essential for this role.

This position is to start as soon as possible and will be full time.

If you would like to find out more about this position or request an application pack please contact Nicole Peterson Assistant Principal at Apply@mbc.school.nz Closing date 31st October at 4pm.

MARLBOROUGH BOYS’ COLLEGE

Engineering Educator

The key requirements for the role are:

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We are looking for a qualified engineer to teach senior students engineering skills through project based work. Engineering is a popular subject at our school and we have seen a large growth in numbers of our boys wanting to take this course as a career pathway.We are looking for someone who has the patience and willingness to grow young talent in this field.

We have a large engineering workshop that is equipped with machinery and tools that are adequate for this level of learning.

We also have a fully functioning welding bay that meets health and safety requirements. Part of the requirements of this role will be the up-keep and maintanence of this space.

We are looking for someone who is innovative and can develop learning projects that will engage our boys while teaching fundamental skills that they will need to be successful in industry.

You will be supported in how to set work and assess students by the Technology Manager.

A police check and child safety vetting are essential for this role.

This position is to start 28 January 2020 and will be full time fixed term for one year, term time only.

Marlborough Boys’ College is a secondary school from year 9 to 13 situated in the heart of Marlborough region, at the top of the South Island.The school is steeped in tradition but is embracing change as we move towards a re-build on the same site as our sister school.

If you would like to find out more about this position or request an application pack please contact Nicole Peterson Assistant Principal at Apply@mbc.school.nz Closing date 31st October at 4pm.

WineWorks Marlborough Part Time Store Person – Evening shift

Would you like more flexibility in your life? More time with the family? Consistent hours to earn a competitive income?

Maybe your daytime commitments don’t allow you to work day shift hours? This may be the perfect opportunity that suits your lifestyle!

WineWorks have introduced a new part time position in our Warehouse as a General Store Person on our evening shift.

The successful candidate will work approximately 32.5 hours a week, working from 5.00pm to midnight. In return for joining the team, you will: • Secure a part-time permanent role • Earn a decent starting rate of $21.50 per hour (negotiable depending on experience) • Have your weekends free with Monday to Friday shifts • Have the ability to achieve your day to day activities without missing any time from work e.g. childcare, school visits, doctors, shopping, house chores etc.

• Have plenty of development opportunities and training initiatives • Join a fun and dynamic team!

This position would suit someone with previous warehousing and distribution experience and a current forklift licence, however this is not essential for someone with the right attitude!

If you are reliable, have excellent communication skills, are a NZ Citizen or Resident, can work in a fast-paced environment and can pass a pre-employment drug test then we want to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV to karen.mortensen@ wineworks.co.nz you will be sent a position description and an application form to complete.

Factory and Forklift Drivers - Havelock We have positions available at our Havelock Plant for processing mussels and the dispatch of orders, which Involves forklift driving.

The successful candidate will have: • The ability to be able to work with minimal supervision • To be able to work 12 hour shifts - 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am • High regard for Health and Safety • Forklift drivers - Full class 1 driver licence with forklift experience Is preferred, but full training will be given to the right person Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: hav.manager@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to: Talley’s Group Limited Havelock: 3 Rangitane Drive, Havelock Wharf, Havelock.

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Machine Operator Equus Industries Ltd has been manufacturing and supplying specialist coatings to the construction industry for over 35 years.

We are looking for a machine operator to join the team in our factory, situated in the Riverlands Industrial Estate, Blenheim This is a fulltime position working from 7.30am to 4.00pm (with half hour lunch break), Monday to Friday inclusive.

During our busy period/s staff may be required to work overtime. This will be paid at time and a half.

We are looking for the following attributes in the successful applicant; • Must be physically fit as some heavy lifting is required (An ACC Report may be requested at interview stage), • Must have good basic maths knowledge (addition, subtraction, weight calculations) • Has a friendly nature and gets on well with others • Able to work as part of a team as well as individually • Has tidy work habits and great work ethic • Is motivated and enthusiastic • Has the right to work in New Zealand • Has current driver’s license Duties include; Manufacturing formulated product on mixing machinery, colour matching, packing and keeping work area tidy. Previous experience is not required as full training will be given.

For further enquiries please call Nikki on 0274808757 Apply with current C.V and Cover Letter emailed direct to admin@equus.co.nz or alternatively in person to 7 Sheffield St, Riverlands 7274

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FOWKE, Murray Dalton (15.12.35 23.10.19): Died peacefully on Wednesday October 23, 2019, at Aberleigh Rest Home.

Aged 83 years. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Ian and Jeanette (both dec), Graeme (dec) and Carol; Anna, and Bert (dec) Wagenvoort. Wonderful uncle to Phillip, Owen, Bruce and Michelle; Peter, David, Geoffrey and Scott; Roydon (dec), and Angela (dec). Much-loved great uncle and great-great uncle to his niece and nephews and their families. Sincere thanks to the staff at Aberleigh Rest Home for their care and kindness. Messages may be sent to the Fowke Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Murray will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11am on Tuesday October 29, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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ABs near perfect as three-peat gathers momentum The men in black will face a sterner challenge against England on Saturday night than they did Ireland in the quarter-final however if they keep playing the way they are, no one will beat them in Japan.

The 46-14 thumping of the men from the Emerald Isles should have been expected on some level even by the most cautiously optimistic All Blacks fan.

Ireland had been poor all tournament.

They looked lethargic and bereft of ideas on attack and unable to execute their accurate kicking game which gave them a glimpse of a massive upset.

England were also impressive of disposing of Australia in quarterfinal one where the Wallabies and their whinging coach finally ran out

of excuses and simply had to take their tournament exit on the chin.

The All Blacks are making me eat humble pie at this point and I’ll happily have it spoon-fed to me.

With several experienced players underperforming pre-tournament, I gave them little chance of defending their title.

Of course they may not but heading into the semi-final they are the

favourites and deserve that tag.

Only the Springboks can come close to our ability to turn defence into attack.

It’s the failing of Northern Hemisphere rugby.

They want to craft tries from field position and prolonged pressure, the All Blacks can score tries from deep in their own half.

The South Africans looked domi-

Williams still leads in Spring Twilight series

Division 1 leader Chris Williams’ Farr 38 Flying Fox.

A steady 20 knots of breeze greeted the fleet for race four of the Marlborough Sounds Marinas Spring Twilight series.

With conditions far more pleasant than a week earlier and many boats and crews looking for a final shakedown ahead of Friday’s WineWorks Wine Race to Wellington, numbers were well up on race three.

Division 3 saw Greg Cornish’s Easterly 9.1 Acamar take the win ahead of Mac Post’s Townson 9.6 Pipe Dream in second, edging out Supertramp, John Oswald’s 8m Lidgard only nine seconds back in third place.

Division 2 was disrupted with a collision on the start line eliminating Olmari and On Appro from the contest.

With leading contender Raconteur absent from the starting line-up the door was left open for those on the water to improve their positions on the points table.

Clive Harrigan took full advantage, bringing his Raven 26 Settimio home in first place a minute clear of Sequin, Bill and Adrienne Crossen’s Jeanneau 36 a scant 9 seconds ahead of Terry Allen’s Hanse Imagine It in third. Andrew Wilson took line honours aboard

Rapport, the Farr 1104 finishing a minute ahead of Imagine It with Matt Michel’s Bump n Grind third on line.

For the second consecutive week, Division 1 belonged to Chris Williams, his Farr 38 Flying Fox taking the win from Global, David Grigg sailing a strong race to place 18 seconds behind Flying Fox with Northern Rebel handling the variable conditions well, Ash Davey’s Beneteau First taking out Third.

Back on the water in time for the WineWorks Wine Ravce, Matt Kerr helmed Satellite Spy to line honours, the Ross 40 finishing nearly 9 minutes clear of Bluebird, Bob and Jenny Crum’s J120 30 seconds clear of Flying Fox. With a win this week, Acamar moves to the top of the Division 3 points table, two points clear of Free Rein with the ever consistent Playwright in third.

A change at the top of Division 2 with Settimio moving ahead of Raconteur while Freaky moves to third, two points clear of Bump n Grind.

The Division 1 table is still extremely tight, Global moving into first place alone, two points clear of Khamsin with Flying Fox one point further back in third.

Table tennis prizes presented The winter table tennis season wound up with the annual dinner, organised by President Barbara Burkhart, last week.

Patron Darryl Jones presented the prizes.

The team competition winners for the A Grade (Tarrant Cup) were: Junior, Nathan Watson, Rory Osborne, Joseph Ruwhiu. Runners-up: Unorthodox Rubbers, Simon Bishell, Jeff Sawyer, Malcolm Honour.

Third place: Ken’s Team, Ken

Thompsett, Billy Hebberd, Peter Cowdrey.

The first round winners were Two and a Half Men: Matt Millar, Rob Honour, Rory Osborne.

Runners-up, Forrest Gump: Zac Cowdrey, Billy Hebberd, Vanessa Wood-Lin. Most Conscientious Club member: Alex Kennedy.

Most Improved Male Player: Malcolm Honour.

Most Improved Female Player: Vanessa Wood-Lin.

Sportsperson of the Year Nominee: Vanessa Wood-Lin. Sponsor: Bruce Palmer (Pink Fit.) Me d a ls wi n ners : T he Marlborough Girls’ College Team of Vanessa Wood-Lin, Hannah Smit , Sophie Woodhouse and coach Megan Stratford, who won the National Girls’ Title and the Tasman Secondary Schools.

The following players won medals at the National Cham-

pionships in Christchurch: Nathan Watson, Alex Kennedy, Matt Pigou, Jacqui Wood and Vanessa Wood-Lin. Jacqui, Vanessa and Warren Haszard won medals at the South Island Championships in Invercargill.

nant against a clearly tired Japanese team whose lack of depth was ruthlessly exposed.

The French beat themselves through poor discipline and Wales fumbled and bumbled their way into the last four.

Another big weekend awaits but a New Zealand versus South Africa final, a repeat of 1995 seems on the cards.

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Cuddon Cycling events Cuddon Cycling Marlborough meets this evening, Friday, at 5.45pm at Athletic Park for track cycling and training.

Come along and give it a go. For ages 11 and upwards. Plenty of track bikes available, just bring a helmet and runners. There is no track cycling on Monday as it is Labour Day, but meet the following week from 6pm See www.cyclingmarlborough.org.nz for more information or phone Graham 03 5789921.

Picton golf results Results from recent matches played at the Picton Golf Club.

October 12 stableford: Don Jamison 43; Hiram Taylor 40; Mark Ivamy 40; Jeff Pascoe 39; Phil Hawke 37; Aaron Wilson 36; Len Barlow 36.

October 17 stableford: Allan Wilson 39; John Saxon 39; Hiram Taylor 39; Alan Butland 39; Ant Booker 37; Ian Johnson 37; Mike Ashworth 36; Paul Howden 35; Jeff Pascoe 35.

Rarangi golf results Results from recent matches played at Rarangi Golf Club.

October 16, mens stableford: Arthur Ross 41; Owen Gibbs 39; Blair Bavin 39; Ken Jukes 38; John Cootes 38; Malcolm Dixon 38; Mike McConnell 38; Ron Warnes 37; Ray Tomlinson 37; David Holdaway 36; Neil Turnbull 36; Peter Browning 36; Terry Allen 36; Murray Ingram 36.

October 17, ladies medal, net: winner overall, Patricia Robertson 70 on c/b Carolyn Reaney ;0-18.4 Tracy Bary 72 on c/b Margaret Tapp; 18.524.7 Margaret McLeod 72; 24.8-40.4 Carolyn Reaney 70; Kathy Payne 72; Carla Heppelthwaite 73.

Saturday, stroke net, men: Jerome January 70; Dave Knappstein 72; Colin Marsden 74; Len Barlow 74; Mike Walker 75.

Ladies: Mariann Grant 77; Marilyn Smith 80.

Sunday, mens stableford: Mike Garrett 38; Tony Nichol 37; Jerome January 35; Murray Ingram 34.

Ladies: Marilyn Smith 40; Annie Hubert 34.

Coming events: Wednesday, men’s midweek golf, 11am start. Thursday, ladies stableford, 10am start. Saturday, men and ladies, stroke, hidden holes.

Sunday, men and ladies team 4BBB modified.

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Cheesy treats for local charities

By Bill McElhinney Hospitality students from Marlborough Community College have turned donated cheese into tasty treats for local charities.

“It started when Fonterra donated 250kg of grated cheese to the Tasman area St John,” Marlborough St John service centre co-ordinator, Gayle Chambers, says.

Our Nelson operations manager decided we should do something with it that would benefit the community, and 50kg of it came to us.”

Gayle contacted Community College tutor Jaimee Noble who agreed to get the students

involved.

The hospitality course students put their heads together and decided to make cheese scones with spinach and bacon, macaroni cheese, and crumbed meatballs stuffed with cheese.

“Yum!” said Gayle as she sampled one of the meatballs.

The food was taken by Gayle to be distributed to the Saint Marks Centre and Johns Kitchen.

The students were delighted to have been able to put their skills to good use, and Gayle was delighted to be able to give the food away.

“It’s community helping community,” Gayle says.

These Community College hospitality students turned a pile of donated cheese into tasty treats. Rear, from left: Zydyn Earnshaw, Conrad Mcmahon, Lex Emmett, Brooklyn Mawson, Polina Shelenkova and Seth Cross. Front: Islay David, Courtney Armstrong-Marks, Conor Williams and Natasha Burgess.

Lower speed limits can save lives

By Bill McElhinney Lowering speed limits saves lives, and lowering the speed limit on SH6 between Blenheim and Nelson is a good idea, a road safety advocate says.

Lucinda Rees, of the advocacy group New Zealand School Speeds, says New Zealand has a terrible road toll and something needs to be done.

The short term solution is lowering speed limits and this will ultimately save lives.

“For anyone to say that it will just frustrate drivers, well frustration, as well as distraction or under the influence, has already killed many on the SH6 stretch of highway and this needs

to stop,” Lucinda says.

The North Canterbury woman has been on a mission for years to get vehicles to slow outside rural schools.

“In the last 10 years 20 people lost their lives and 92 were seriously injured on this stretch of road.

“Speed limits on many New Zealand roads have been too high for too long,” Lucinda says.

“If we continue with this, road deaths will continue to rise. Instead we should adjust to what the experts recommend.

“Many of our roads are used by visitors and they are unfamiliar with these roads. They will benefit from

the lower speed limits.

“And consider those who walk or cycle. They too will benefit from drivers having more time to consider their over-taking options.”

At a time when we all should be doing more to consider our future, with the constant threat of climate change, Lucinda says she despairs when people complain about slowing down a little.

She says there are good reasons for slowing: 40 per cent of our CO2 omissions are due to transport.

Just a 1 kmh decrease in travelling speed would lead to a 2–3 per cent

reduction in road crashes.

• Slowing down will save fuel.

• The higher the speed of a vehicle, the shorter time a driver has to stop.

• Speed contributes to the severity of impact.

“The relationship between speed and injury severity is particularly critical for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists and they need to be given more priority than they have had so far.

“The cost of deaths on our roads is unacceptable, both in terms of how it affects communities and the cost to our country.

“I would rather travel a little slower

and get to my destination. It will give me and others more of a chance to survive a crash, should one of us make a mistake,” Lucinda says.

“With 80kmh speed limits in place, those who want to be safe have the law on their side, rather than being on the side of those who have little consideration for other drivers.

“Experts are telling us that we need to slow down on some roads. They are not telling us to do so to annoy or frustrate, but to save lives. Journey times will be a little longer, but not by much. Don’t let those disgruntled few stop what is likely to save everyone’s family and community lives.”

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