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Drop 9000ft Calling on locals to skydive for charity

By Celeste Alexander

Would you jump out of a plane for a good cause?

If you answered yes, then the Graeme Dingle Foundation is waiting to sign you up to be one of their ‘daring droppers’ as part of a local fundraiser, Drop for Youth Marlborough.

Already a number of people have signed up including local business teams, a college principal, a school teacher and people from various aquaculture industries around Marlborough.

In fact, it’s the aquaculture industry participants who are challenging other industries to take part.

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Vinnie Redwood of Omega Seafood (bottom) pictured taking part in a previous skydiving fundraiser for the Graeme Dingle Foundation.

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Skydive and raise money Continued from page 1.

The Drop for Youth Marlborough is one of the Graeme Dingle Foundation’s more daring fundraisers, where participants plummet 9000 feet in a breathtaking skydive to help support tamariki around Marlborough.

Regional manager for the Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough, Kelvin Watt, says the event will take place on February 22, 2020 with Abel Tasman Skydive and has already attracted some very positive interest.

“It’s a bit of banter, fun and a challenge for people to get out of their comfort zone while raising some money for Marlborough youth,” he says.

Originally this event was launched in 2013 as an abseil, called Drop Your Boss. One was even held

during a local Bragato conference with winemakers who did an abseil at the theatre.

In 2015 Kelvin says they decided to “up the challenge” and change it to a skydive.

“We named it Drop for Youth and it went really well. Over that period national office got on board and adopted the idea as well and now each region does their own.

“It fits in well with our programme which promotes role modelling,” Kelvin says.

Someone else who was instrumental in its success was Sanfords manager, Ted Culley.

In 2015 when we did the skydive Ted was immediately up for the challenge and of the $45,000 we raised that year, Ted raised $18,000 himself.”

“These programmes work wonders in our local schools. As a parent with school-aged children I think it’s so important to support foundations such as Graeme Dingle who care so much about our kids,’’ Grant says.

Kelvin says the challenge has now been set to get other industries signed up.

“These guys are really engaged with it so let’s get some other industries on board. It would be great to see a cross-industry representation from wine through to travel,” he says.

Signing up is simple; to find out more and to register email Marlborough@dinglefoundation.org.nz A Givealittle page is then set up for participants then all they need to do is raise a minimum of $1000. The skydive takes place on February 22, 2020 with Abel Tasman Skydive.

This year the local aquaculture industry has embraced the Drop for Youth skydive and have signed up a good number of participants.

“In September when Blenheim hosted the big aquaculture conference, we went along with the Graeme Dingle Foundation kiwi and spoke on stage about the fundraiser and how it supports our local kids.

“That day we had a bunch of people sign up; some from King Salmon and the Marine Farming Association to name a few, which was a great response.

According to Paul McIntyre and Grant Lovell of New Zealand King Salmon, they signed up for Drop for Youth as it’s a “fantastic cause”.

“It’s a fantastic cause and the benefits are endless. You can’t put a price on our future generations,’’ Paul says.

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Omaka Flying Circus launches A new initiative has seen the founding of a new organisation in Marlborough, designed to help those aviation enthusiasts with a particular interest in WWI aircraft to find ways in which they can live their ‘Biggles’ dreams in an affordable and manageable way.

It’s named ‘Omaka Flying Circus’ and already two successful meetings have been held; one at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre when four flyable WWI aircraft were presented on the grass corral to the three dozen people in attendance.

All of the aircraft displayed on the grass were owned by local individuals or groups who have already followed their passion for aircraft of this era.

The second meeting held on November 6, took place in a hangar workshop, where work is now underway on an initiative to build six early Great War aircraft in a group-build environment

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Foster homes needed for kittens

By Celeste Alexander

Preparations are beginning for the annual ‘kitten season’ at the SPCA Marlborough Centre near Renwick, with staff appealing for more foster homes.

Centre manager, Donna Sologar, says kittens and pregnant cats are already starting to arrive at the centre, including some which are scared and wild.

“The quarantine area is already at capacity. Some of the 18 cages are even housing new litters.

“It would be nice to give these kittens a nicer space to thrive rather than a caged environment. With foster homes they receive more attention and hands-on love which is good for timid kittens.

“Some kittens we receive have had no people interaction at all and come to us petrified, so in order to get them ready for adoption we really need people who have the time to spend with them,” she says.

Kittens aren’t ready for adoption until they are at least eight weeks old and

have been de-sexed.

“When they come to us really young, and often wild, this is where foster homes play an important role in preparing kittens for adoption,” Donna adds.

The main criteria for foster homes include having a spare room for safety and containment. If there are other pets in the home they must be up to date with their vaccinations and can be kept away when necessary.

Plus, those fostering kittens and pregnant cats need to either own their home or have landlord permission.

“We provide everything they need to foster including food, kitty litter and bedding,” Donna says.

When mentioning the supplies provided to foster homes, Donna also says over the kitten season, which runs from now through to April, the centre appreciates donations of kitten food, bedding, old towels and toys.

“Even adult dog food is greatly appreciated,” Donna says. “Sometimes it’s nice for the dogs to have some wet food.

“As you can imagine during kitten

season we go through a lot of supplies, so we appreciate any support,” she adds.

For more information or to offer to be a foster home, call in to the centre or phone to speak with staff. The centre will be closed on public holidays.

Robitussin, an 11month old female tabby, has lived most of her life at the SPCA Marlborough centre, and is hoping she will find a forever home by Christmas.

Laying outside, stretched out in the sun while watching the birds flit about the surrounding trees, is a favourite past-time for SPCA Marlborough resident feline Robitussin.

The 11-year-old female tabby/white cat has lived most of her life at the centre, after arriving as a wild kitten.

As happy as Robitussin is to be lazily hanging about

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her cat hut, the centre’s staff would dearly love to see her settled into a forever home.

Centre manager, Donna Sologar, says Robitussin arrived as an “angry, hissy little kitten” but has since become a happy and playful addition to the cats there.

“When new cats arrive she’s the first to run and greet them,” Donna says. “She’s come a long way to progress from being wild; though at times she can be a little timid,

but she has a lot of love to give to someone who is willing to adopt her.”

As time has gone on Robitussin has watched her feline friends be adopted, so it’s the hope of the centre’s staff that her turn will come, and soon.

“We would love to see her adopted and living in her forever home before Christmas,” Donna says.

“If anyone is interested in meeting her, please call into the centre.”

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“For people who have already had burns on their property they need to go back and check these piles for any residual heat and embers.

“We’ve already had a couple of instances where burn piles had reignited two to three weeks after, and when people had assumed they were out.

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John says for anyone still planning to burn small piles of garden waste or vegetation there’s only a small window of opportunity before the restricted fire season kicks in.

“Once the pile has burned down it’s safer to spread the ashes out to

Marlborough fire officials are urging anyone who has had a burn pile on their property to ensure there are no residual heat or embers, which can still reignite weeks later.

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Keeping safe from burglars By community constable Russ Smith

Burglars have recently been active again in Blenheim, with a house on Main Road South in the St Andrews area the subject of an attempted burglary over the weekend.

The burglar has possibly entered the property from the riverbank, first attempting entry to the house by smashing a bedroom window, but finding it was double-glazed.

They have then tried to force a rear door to the garage, causing damage but failing to gain entry.

The parting attempt was to a rear door to the house, again causing damage, but failing to gain entry.

Police have also dealt

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with a series of burglaries in recent weeks in the Burleigh area. A commercial premises was burgled in Waters Avenue over the weekend with offenders forcing entry and searching through rooms.

The victim is still assessing what was stolen. The Burleigh Dairy has been broken into twice in recent weeks and just west of this location, the De Brood

bakery trailer in Maxwell Road has also been broken into twice.

With warm weather on the way, people are inclined to leave windows and sometimes doors open at home, and to leave garages and sheds insecure.

Burglars tend to target properties that are left insecure as it’s much easier to steal from a place with easy access.

The Police are encouraging everyone to be security conscious in the lead up to and over the festive and holiday period. Please lock up before you leave home, even if you’re away for short periods. You’re far less likely to be the victim of a burglary if you keep your home and buildings secure.

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Search and Rescue teams were kept busy over the weekend tracking down and rescuing people who had made poor decisions to go into the great outdoors despite the very well-publicised weather forecasts that clearly showed bad weather for this period.

If you are a tramper, hunter, boatie or into orienteering, mountain-biking or

any other activity that takes you into the great outdoors, please check the weather forecast before you go.

If it looks remotely like conditions will be unfavourable, postpone your plans and wait for settled weather. It’s not worth dying over a poor decision.

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These devices dramatically reduce the time search teams spend locating people and increase chances of survival by giving a clear indication of their location.

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New Opaoa River Bridge build almost complete

Community Projects Fund open for applications

Work on the new Opaoa River Bridge has been progressing well with much of the bridge build almost finished, the NZ Transport Agency says.

The new piles, piers, abutments and headstocks are all complete, most of the bridge beams are in place, and nearly all of the bridge deck spans are concreted. The next phase involves completing the bridge edge barriers and expansion joints, and asphalting the bridge deck.

Work on both approaches to the bridge is also underway. Retaining walls are being built on the south approach and earthworks, stormwater works and roading construction have started on the north approach.

As soon as the build is finished in early 2020, northbound traffic will be diverted on to the new bridge, so work on the approaches can be completed. Southbound traffic will remain on the old bridge until the approach work is largely complete.

It will be quiet on site between 20 December 2019 and 6 January 2020 as work stops for the Christmas holiday period.

However, as it is still a construction zone, traffic management will remain in place

Are you a member of an organisation or group that represents a small township or community in Marlborough? If so, now’s the time for you to apply for some funding towards your next infrastructure project.

Applications for the Small Township Programme’s 2020 Community Projects Fund for small, low cost projects on outdoor public spaces are now open.

To be eligible to apply your project needs to be on outdoor public space, supported by the community, able to be achieved within the next year and cost less than $10,000.

Examples of projects include improving walking and cycling access and safety, landscaping and planting, developing an outdoor community space, improving outdoor recreation opportunities like a bike track or directional signage to key points of interest or interpretation/historic signs.

Priority will be given to projects

with a reduced speed limit. Motorists are asked to please stick to the reduced speed limit when travelling through the site for everyone’s safety.

More information: https://nzta.govt.nz/ projects/new-opaoa-river-bridge

that best meet the Small Township Programme’s objectives.

If you are thinking of applying for funding we encourage you to contact our Community Project Coordinator, Heather Graham, Ph: 03 520 7583 or email: heather.graham@marlborough. govt.nz to discuss your ideas or the application process prior to submitting.

Applications must be submitted to Heather by email or by post: Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240, before 5.00 pm on Monday 2 March 2020.

Please note that this fund is not available to Blenheim, Picton or Waikawa as these areas are funded differently, or the community is already on the full small township programme.

For more information on the Community Projects Fund visit: www.marlborough.govt.nz/ our-community/small-townshipprogramme

Be a good dog owner this summer Many Blenheim dog owners exercise their animals at the Taylor River reserve, a shared exercise area for dogs and people.

The river banks are the one area in town where dogs can run off leash, but they must be under control at all times.

With summer here, dog control officers will be stepping up patrols, including at holiday spots around Picton and the Sounds. Remember there are strict rules about where you can and can’t take dogs in the Sounds - check the DOC website for details: www.doc.govt.nz/parks-andrecreation/know-before-you-go/dogaccess/ Please clean up after your dog in all public places; there are still too many owners who don’t pick up. Marlborough’s Dog Control Bylaw requires that all dog owners must remove dog poo and dispose of it appropriately. Owners are required to carry a practical means of removing faeces while the dog is in a public place. A breach of the bylaw carries a fine of $300.

A Smart Map on the Council’s website shows dog exercise areas where dogs may be off leash, as well as where they can be

walked on a lead and where they are not permitted: https://maps.marlborough.govt. nz/smartmaps Temperatures are rising and hot cars can be extremely harmful to pets if they are left alone. Please do not leave your dog unattended in a car. If you’re going away consider the use of boarding kennels rather than leaving your dog alone at home, to ensure that they get plenty of exercise and they don’t bark while you’re away.

Positive Ageing – Don’t be scammed this festive season New versions of old scams are constantly appearing, especially at this time of year.

It’s important you know how to recognise a scam before it’s too late.

Scammers may make contact by email, phone call or through Facebook, pretending to be from a well-known organisation, bank or government agency.

If you feel at all suspicious, follow your instinct. Hang up the phone, don’t open dubious emails and don’t be tricked into making a payment, or giving over financial or personal information.

Remember, legitimate banks or businesses

do not ask for passwords and bank account numbers. It’s also important that you never send money to claim a ‘prize’ as this is also a scam.

The phone call claiming that a computer virus is infecting your home computer is another scam - hang up and never reveal a password or any other personal details.

If you suspect a scam make sure you report it to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment - Consumer Protection, Ph: 0508 638 723, available 8.00 am to 8.00 pm Monday to Friday, and 9.00 am to 5.00 pm at weekends.

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The new picnic tables at Broughton Bay were funded through the 2019 Community Projects Fund

Marlborough’s Regional Events Strategy – Have your say Events help grow a region’s economy and have a crucial role to play in Marlborough. They celebrate and highlight our region’s amazing attributes and act as important catalysts for community well-being, economic growth, increased visitation and civic pride. They make Marlborough a great place to live, work and play.

The current Marlborough Regional Events Strategy is under review and a revised Strategy for 2020 - 2022 is now available for public consultation. This can be found under the ‘Have Your Say’

section of Council’s website: www.marlborough.govt.nz/your-council/ have-your-say-consultations. Hard copies are also available for collection from the Council offices at 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim.

Please provide your feedback by 5pm, Friday 17 January 2020 by completing the online feedback form, or by emailing Council’s Regional Events Advisor at: events@marlborough. govt.nz, or in writing to: Marlborough District Council, PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240; Attn: Samantha Young.

Community News – Healthline Healthline is a free health service where you can talk to a registered nurse at any time of the day or night

Street Address: Phone: 03 520 7400 15 Seymour Street Fax: 03 520 7496 Email: mdc@marlborough.govt.nz Blenheim 7201 New Zealand

for health advice. Ph: 0800 611 116 to access this service, which is also free to cell phones.

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Show some consideration To the guy in the red Suzuki Swift who drives around Marlborough like a maniac, perhaps you should show some consideration to other drivers, or at least to your employers whose brand is on your door.

Any suggestions?

The Neighbours Cat. There is no excuse, but I can see why the odd cat gets shot. We don’t own a cat but we are always cleaning up cat poo.

I am sure all the local cats have decided to do their business in our garden. I can’t figure out what the attraction is but it must be the nice soft soil or something. Any suggestions?

Weird We get a letter from SPARK. “Every now and then, we look over our plans and pricing to help us make sure you’re getting great value from us. But to keep things fair for everyone that means increasing prices too.”

We’re ok with what we have now so what’s this “fair for everyone” bit? Another price rise the only change. Are we donating to charity?

Weird.

Not your right Re: Pedestrians. Does anyone remember the rule about the diamonds marked on road by pedestrian crossings? If the car is after the diamond (closer to crossing) vehicles have right of way.

Outside of the diamond vehicle must stop. It is not your right to walk out and expect vehicles to stop for you.

Nice and helpful

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Just got home from a visit to the dump, what a nice helpful friendly group of guys working there.

Just want to say thank you to the lovely lady who delivers our Sun newspaper on Friday on Whitney st. She is always so cheerful and makes sure our paper is delivered without trying to ram it into the letter slot. Well done.

You’re late Late for plane take-off. All you plonkers saying ”I was only a minute” Well have you ever thought 300 people being a ”minute” late in a flight. Read your ticket it tells you all.

Don’t pat yourself on back for getting out of bed early, you were late... admit it. Why should all others sit on plane waiting for you. 299 people early & you “rock up” saying... Sorry?

Get a bleedin life.

Don’t say it was only Regional flight same principle.

Totally agree I absolutely agree with “Be On Time” in last week’s edition. Guarantee people would be on time if there was a gold pot to collect. Just set alarms or whatever to make sure you’re on time for your flight.

Waiting for a late passenger is a scourge for those on board waiting especially those getting a connecting flight. Come on those offenders - BE MORE CONSIDERATE

Destroyed confidence Charles Street Package waiting for a courier pick up. To the person who stole this you have destroyed my confidence in courier leaving anything and it is such a nuisance having to collect it myself. Hope you were disappointed in the contents.

Why so long?

Great to see the community hall in Ward about to get a full makeover. Why has it taken 3 long years to fix a predominantly council owned hall of real values to a small community when the sample council happily used OUR money to fully repay millions of theatre debt for a building they don’t own!

Who pulls the strings around here? A few wealthy theatre attendees as the rest of us can’t afford to go!

Report To the person who was treated rudely at airport by Air New Zealand staff.

Report her to officials. They’ll deal with her.

Merry Christmas Merry Xmas and a wonderful New Year 2020 to all my Marlburian’s living and working here.

Thank you for all your hard work Vineyard workers Ni-van boys, and all other ethnic workers. Hope we all keep thriving and make Marlborough best region in NZ with its safe reputation, kindness and high human development. Thank you everyone love you all.

Great vibes Three thank you’s: to the lovely staff at Akbabas for delivering my food to the car when my son was asleep. The man who found my phone and returned it and to the knitters bringing some Xmas magic to the town centre. Great holiday season vibes people!

Eye catching The trees and bollards in Queen St, C.B.D area look great. Thank you to the crafts people who have made the area look so bright and festive.

It’s eye catching.

Support local Don’t go to the Nelson market for your fruit and vegetables, support your own local Saturday market at the railway station car park. Plenty of vegetables there and lots of other bargains.

Amazing produce Somewhat amazed by the negative comments about our local Farmer’s Market. I went on Sunday to stock up on fruit and veggies and got some lovely new potatoes and other fresh veggies and punnets of new season’s blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries.

As you get nearer Christmas you will find an amazing lot of fresh produce available at the market. Good luck to the person driving to Nelson to buy their veggies. What a waste of Petrol. If you live in Marlborough how about buying from the local growers and supporting your community.

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Colourful CBD Love, love, love, the yarn bombing.

What joy the colourful trees, seating, decorations bring. Also the Christmas tree at the forum, looks very festive with it’s beautiful baubles. The children are able to post a letter to Santa while viewing the tree... what joy!

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Sad really You’d hardly know it’s Xmas in Blenheim.

Looking around the streets. And the supermarkets this year have very little choice of boxed biscuits. Wonder why? Sad really.

Traffic lights You must be joking!! I have come from a city with traffic lights and if you want to know what a holdup is like install them. For me keep putting in roundabouts Blenheim, I love them.

Lemon thief Beware there is a lemon thief in town. Two trees absolutely stripped at Tua Marina over the past few days. Now no lemons for friends and family this Christmas.

Yarnbombing To the complainers, am I not permitted to have fun with my craft, but am limited to helping the needy? Surprisingly enough I have capacity to do both. Who is selfish here?

Thank you Thank you to the person/people who have decorated the Christmas tree on the crossing near the railway station. Made me smile this morning even had presents under it!

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Artists find niche in ‘Eden’ By student reporter Frances Chin

“It’s been incredible,” Vonny Paul says of the recent opening of her Art Gallery ‘Return to Eden.’

Located opposite the Saint Clair cellar door on Selmes Road near Blenheim, Vonny has a clear vision for her gallery.

“I wanted to have a shop that fits in with the vision of Return to Eden,” Vonny says.

“The gallery is clean, green, and environmentally friendly.

A place of rest.”

Vonny’s goal for the gallery is to “encourage and support local artists.”

“It’s hard to break into the industry and it’s hard to put yourself out there.

“I want my gallery to instil confidence in local artists, and help them gain a foothold in the industry. I love the fact that people can come here and paint and then put their art in the gallery.

“The idea is to have artists in Marlborough working together, not just Pakeha but all nations. My heart is to help all cultures learn from

each other,” Vonny says.

All of the art and craftwork is local and many artists are still contacting Vonny to have their work in the gallery.

In addition to established Marlborough artists such as Brian Badock and Walter Scott, Return to Eden displays new artists such as Kelly Allenet, who “does anything from macramé to pottery.”

Artist Linda Leger Kula has a display of her jewellery made out of tapa cloth and coconut husk. Resident weaver Abbey Kayle is completing a weaving course at Omaka Marae, and bassist and school principal, Dave Pauline, has a beautiful Rimu guitar on display.

“All the artists have been amazing,” says Vonny. “It’s a gift to get to know people more.”

Vonny and her fam ily moved to Marlborough about 15 years ago. Despite moving “for the education,” her sons left Blenheim for the Auckland music scene. They form three quarters of the popular indie band ‘The Daily J’.

Vonny was surrounded by art from a young age, as her mother was an artist. On their stove there were always “boiling pots of different concoctions,” that her mother would use to dye with.

From her mother Vonny gets her artistic sensibilities. ‘It really passed down,” Vonny says. “Mess is life!”

Vonny describes her art as textured and loves oils and impressionism. Vonny’s first project as an artist was a portrait of her sister she did as a child.

“My sister was watching TV. I was bored so I started drawing a portrait of her.”

Vonny and her parents were surprised by how well the portrait turned out. “It was good!”

Vonny plans for the shop to act as a gallery during the summer, and then to focus on teaching during the winter.

“It’s still the early days.”

The resident artists often get together and brainstorm ideas. Her current theme is ‘summer’.

“I normally get inspiration in the middle of the night,” she smiles.

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Marlborough Singers’ performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’ the perfect Christmas show

By Aimee O’Hagan

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Vonny Paul, owner of the new Return to Eden Art Gallery.

The weather may have been bleak last Sunday afternoon, but the auditorium of Blenheim’s ASB Theatre was lit up with a choir of angels: aka, the Marlborough Singers.

They were performing one of the most celebrated musical works of all time, ‘Messiah’, which was written by famous 18th century composer, George Frideric Handel, in 1741.

The magnificent oratario is made up of over 53 movements (songs or parts) which gracefully string together to create a commentary of the life of Jesus Christ, from his birth to his ascension.

Performing Handel’s Mes-

siah was a timely move on the local choral society’s part, especially considering Christmas is just around the corner.

In a modern world struck by commercialism – especially throughout this festive season – it’s safe to say that choral music imparting the orginal tale of the holiday provides a necessary breath of fresh air.

There’s not enough of this kind of story-telling anymore.

And I can say, with confidence, that the Marlborough Singers definitely paid homage to Handel’s iconic musical handiwork.

Accompanied by professional opera singers and

powerful soloists, Wade Kermot (bass), local Elin Tomos (mezzo soprano), Declan Cudd (tenor), and Emma Pearson (soprano), the choir’s collective sound was effectively enhanced and made for a splendid show.

Emma Pearson, in particular, knocked my socks off with her ability to reach multiple exceptionally high notes.

The entire group of vocalists – both the community choir of 60 plus locals and the four professionals – were very much worthy of the standing ovation they got at the end of the concert.

Bravo, Marlborough Singers, I hope to hear you sing again.

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We close on Dec 24th, reopening on Jan 6th 8.00am - 4.30pm

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MERRY CHRISTMAS LANDSCAPING Merry Christmas and have a safe New Year Specialising in

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Have yourself a trucking good Christmas!

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Renwick School principal, Simon Heath, and Renwick Community Memorial Hall committee chairperson, Murray Newman, pictured earlier this year when they announced the hall's upgrade had the green light. Scott Construction Marlborough has commenced work which is set to finish at the end of April, 2020. File photo.

Renwick hall upgrade begins

By Celeste Alexander

Construction has begun on the Renwick Community Memorial Hall’s long anticipated upgrade, and residents can look forward to seeing the finished result at the end of April 2020.

Scott Construction Marlborough is carrying out the work which will see feature earthquake strengthening, an attractive street entrance and frontage with landscaping, upgraded toilet facilities, a larger committee room, a commercial kitchen makeover, outdoor foyer area and all the seating replaced.

The flooring will receive a facelift, a new sound system installed and a fresh

coat of paint.

The hall is located beside Renwick School so the main gate from the carpark to the school is closed due to construction, and half of the carpark fenced off.

Plans for the hall’s upgrade was first announced in 2012 and a few years later a smaller amount of $200,000 was granted by the Ministry of Education which enabled the committee to put together a business plan, feasibility studies, and architectural designs.

It also contributed towards the installation of a new heating and cooling system which was put in place 12 months ago, alongside funding from the Friends

of Renwick School support group’s Twilight Carnival fundraising.

Then in June the committee received a further $447,671 from the New Zealand Lottery Grants Boa rd, adding to the $400,000 secured from the Ministry of Education in 2017.

The hall’s committee has been through a challenging 11-year-long process to get to this point however chairperson, Murray Newman, and committee member, Simon Heath, are thrilled to see the construction begin.

“When the hall upgrade is finished, it will be something that Renwick deserves and so needs,” Murray says.

“Watch this space.”

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Sunday 22nd December: 5pm Combined Carol Service on lawn at St. Ninians, followed by BBQ. Christmas Eve 24th December: 10.45pm Carols.

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Christmas Day 25th December: 10am Family Service with Communion.

Sunday 29th December: 9am Holy Communion.

4pm No Service.

Celebrate Christmas at St Luke’s, Spring Creek Sunday 15th Dec 5pm Community Carols with shared Tea

Christmas Eve 10pm Traditional Carol Service with special lighting effects. Communion.

Christmas Day 9.30am Celebrate Jesus Birthday. Communion.

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ALL WELCOME Ph 5796460 / 022 126 7885 f: St Lukes Parish Marlborough NZ

Harvest Life Church - Christmas Reality at 22 Nelson Street, Blenheim.

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New graduates from NMIT Marlborough proudly paraded through Blenheim's CBD yesterday, led by Blenheim and Districts Highland Pipe Band and police escort. The formal procession followed the ceremony and arrived back to the Marlborough Convention Centre for the graduation reception.

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at 22 Nelson Street, Blenheim.

Sunday 29th Dec at 10am Celebration and worship Service.

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Supper to conclude - All welcome.

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Supper to conclude - All welcome.

Christmas Masses in Marlborough Catholic Churches 2019 Dec 21: 4th Sunday of Advent 5pm at Blenheim

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Dec 24: Christmas Eve (Tues) 4pm at Havelock 7pm at Seddon/Ward 5.30pm at Blenheim 7.30 at Kaikoura (Carols 7pm) 9pm at Blenheim (Carols 8.30pm) 9pm at Picton (Carols 8.30pm)

Dec 25: Christmas Day (Wed) 9am at Blenheim 9am at Picton 9.30am at Kaikoura NO MASS 26TH DEC, BOXING DAY (Thurs)

Dec 28: (Sat) 5pm @ Blenheim

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Jan 1: (Wed) 9am at Picton 9.30am at Kaikoura 12.05pm at Blenheim

Blenheim - 61 Maxwell Rd Kaikoura Grays lane Kaikoura Picton 7 Otago Street Havelock - Lawerence Place Seddon/Ward 11 Foster Street

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Bamboo Garden Restaurant Classic Chinese, Thai, and Japanese dishes.

Come and take a journey through the richness and diversity of Asian Cuisine.

Bookings essential

Lunch 11:00am-2pm Weds to Sun. Dinner from 5pm 7 days Takeaway 4.30pm-9pm Takeaway available 4:30pm-9pm www.bamboogarden.co.nz Email: admin@bamboogarden.co.nz 31 Maxwell Rd, Blenheim Ph: 0-3-579 1118

The Chartroom Restaurant Join us for a beautiful meal, and superb summer sunset at our very own Chartroom Restaurant. Set beside Picton Harbour, the stylish and modern Picton Yacht Club hotel provides a great base to explore the dramatic local coastline and New Zealand’s wine country. Your summer memories will never be forgotten when joining us.

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03 972 2799 31 Scott Street, Blenheim Open 7 Days 10.30am – 14.00pm, 16.30pm – 21.30pm

Summer Dining Top food in top locations Ask anyone what their favourite thing is about summer dining, and most would probably say ‘enjoying the seasonal produce’. This is the time of year where produce really blooms. Fresh berries, herbs and summer vegetables... all things make dishes colourful, flavoursome and delicious.

Many local restaurants have, or are in the process of rolling out their summer menus with new and exciting combinations ready to excite the palate. Introducing the Sun’s ‘Summer Dining’ lineup.

The Lemongrass: The Lemongrass restaurant on Maxwell Road has created a menu that puts the best of Asia on a plate.

Starring dishes with a traditional yet modern twist on Thai and Vietnamiese cuisine, The Lemongrass has focused on fresh, lean and green.

Bamboo Garden Restaurant: From classic Chinese to Thai and Japanese dishes, Bamboo Garden Restaurant embraces the richness and diversity of Asian cuisine. With their top chefs from all over Asia and our commitment to using the highest quality and freshest of ingredients, the menu is sure to deliver new and exciting taste to your palate.

It’s also the perfect location to host fundraising dinners. Book a table by phoning or going online and order from Bamboo Garden Restaurant and The Lemongrass.

And just when you thought takeaway meals were quick and convenient, local restaurant owner Bu-nga Krataitong has introduced an online ordering system for her restaurants Bamboo Garden and The Lemongrass.

How it works; simply visit the restaurants’ websites and along the top there is a tab ‘Order Online’. Click and scroll through the menu, selecting the dishes you wish to order along the way.

Picton Yacht Club: With spectacular vistas over Marlborough Sounds, the Picton Yacht Club Hotel is a sought after destination for both the leisure and business traveller.

It comes as no surprise that the popular hotel has a locally renowned and celebrated restaurant, The Chartroom Restaurant.

Offering panoramic views, The Chartroom Restaurant specialises in a relaxed, casual dining experience, featuring international fare created with the freshest local produce from this exceptional region.

Being based in Marlborough means the restaurant boasts a fabulous wine list from one of the best wine regions in the world.

Slip Inn Brasserie & Bar at Havelock: If waterfront views, warm hospitality and an exciting new menu appeals to you, then look no further than Slip Inn Brasserie & Bar at Havelock.

Located in the heart of Havelock and resting right at the edge of the Marina, there’s only one way to describe the dining experience – simply stunning!

Inside can provide up to 70 seats right through the whole venue for all types of functions, and we also have a conference room which can seat 40 for groups who may want a more

private space With an expanded large influence on healthy, fat free and fibre rich food, complimentary menus and our exceptional beverage list of award winning wines, beers and spirits – Slip Inn is your perfect venue of choice.

Thai 9: One of the reasons why Thai food is so enjoyable is because it provides the perfect balance of flavours.

Whether it’s sweet, salty, spicy or sour that you prefer, Thai food provides the ultimate combination of these flavours.

It has taken over what was formerly Poppy Thai, and with a fresh coat of paint, an exciting new menu and a spacious dining area, 2019 has been an exciting new beginning for Thai 9 owners Nichcha Wararatanasupa and Ping Muanwong.

The chefs make their own sauces which enables them to be gluten free, as well as making their own selection of icecream flavours.

The menu has a delicious selection of appetisers, curries, salads and noodle, rice and stir-fried dishes, as well as a kids menu and to finish the meal off – desserts!

Most of the menu is gluten free and caters for vegan, vegetarian and keto dietary requirements.

A medley of flavours from Thai & Vietnamese Cuisine inspired by family recipes

Open 7 days for lunch and dinner.

Dine in or takeaway.

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Friday December 13, 2019

gardening this week When to plant vegetables: By Wally Richards A number of gardeners like to do late plantings if they live in areas not prone to early frosts.

Late plantings of sweet corn in January can often result in a second harvest of cobs before winter sets in.

Tomatoes sown from seed in December and January should give you more ripe fruit after your earlier plantings have finished.

You do not even have to sow seed, as you can strike the laterals (side shoots) to make a new young plant, once it has rooted up.

To do this; fill a small pot two thirds full of compost and fill the balance to the top with sand or fine pumice. Remove a lateral which should be about 6cm long and place it into the sand to about the depth of the sand. Moisten down and keep moist.

When the plant stands up and shows some new growth then the early roots have formed.

If you spray the laterals with Vaporgard a day before you remove them off the

parent plant, you will have a new young tomato plant quicker.

When removing laterals off tomatoes or old leaves, it is most important that you do not do this during humid or moist times as a disease can enter the wound and you lose a good plant.

Remove laterals on a nice sunny day when the air is dry and as you remove each lateral, spray the wound with Wallys Liquid Copper.

It is still not too late to plant seeds of summer crops unless you live in an area prone to very early frosts.

Keep the soil moist at all times using non chlorinated water. (Put a filter onto your tap to remove the chlorine) It makes the world of difference and your crops will grow quicker and healthier.

Gardeners that use tank water or are fortunate to live in a town/city that does not dose the water supply with this chemical poison, do not have to worry about a filter.

If you do not have room for a vegetable plot then use

minutes with

Chris Valli

Marlborough Boys’ College Drama teacher (2020) and local actor/thespian.  What food do you crave most often?

Salt and vinegar chips and dip. containers or planter boxes to grow as many vegetables as possible. Fill the containers with a good purchased compost, not potting mix.

Much better for your health and pocket.

I purchased some alumi-

num raised gardens recently from ‘Trade Tested’ web site, they are excellent for the price and well worth having a look at. (Another Christmas gift idea) Problems, call me 0800 466464.

Pediatric ward raffle Wairau Hospital’s Pediatric ward is holding a ‘Scrumdiddlyumtious’ Christmas raffle to raise money to go towards the revamp of their outdoor play area, enjoyed by the families that visit the ward.

There are six raffles, all worth over $150 each, and include an exciting array of items and vouchers to be won.

There are also four silent auctions worth $200 each.

Tickets are still on sale and will be drawn on Friday, December 20 and winners notified by phone.

Some of the raffle prizes include; Bluebridge voucher, Chateau Marlborough voucher, Lochmara voucher, Caci clinic voucher, Saint Clair voucher,

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Meaters of Marlborough voucher, Pru & Co vouchers and a signed Nadia Lim book.

A number of other great vouchers from local restaurants and cafes are up for grabs as well as family passes to the movies, Walnut Ranch, Stadium 2000, toys and books and health and beauty items.

Tickets are available from the Paediatric Ward nurses station, as well as being sold under the Christmas tree in Blenheim’s CBD tomorrow (December 14) from 12noon - 4pm and at Countdown Redwoodtown on December 15 from 2.30pm - 5.30pm.

Tickets cost $3 for one ticket, $5 for two tickets or $10 for five tickets.

 When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Listening to anything 80s music.  What was cool when you were young, but isn’t now?

Cassette tapes, hop scotch, spokey dokies, rubik’s cube, PACMAN.  Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life?

Two wonderful ladies.

My late Mum Patricia Valli who was my everything.

The other is my wife Louisa who continues to amaze me with her resilience and work/life balance.

Have you got your golden ticket? Buy your raffle tickets from Wairau Hospital's Pediatric Ward's nurses station before December 20 and support the revamp of the ward's outdoor play area.

 What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

A toss up between Cape Cod - Massachusetts or sunset at St Clair Beach Dunedin.

 What was the last photo you took?

A selfie from Blackadder (theatre restaurant show through Blenheim Musical Theatre).  What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

A spa for our new home - how good would that be?  What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made?

Best - our newly built home. Worst - student loan(s). Double-edge sword really.  Favourite programme currently watching?

‘8 out of 10 Cats’ (British Comedy Panel show featuring Jimmy Carr).  What fashion trend makes you laugh or cringe?

Laugh - leg warmers, big 80s earrings, perms.

Cringe - Frosted blonde tips early 2000s i.e.

N Sync, Backstreet Boys.

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what’s on in marlborough

Saturday 14 Renwick Christmas Tree Festival: With over 40 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and community groups, along with a variety of lights and other Christmas decorations. If you like Christmas you will not want to miss this spectacular display, a joy for all ages. 10am-10pm daily. On until December 24. Renwick Anglican Church, 54 High Street, Renwick.

Marlborough Ulysses Toy Run: Supporting the Salvation Army Toy Appeal. Open to all roadworthy motorbikes/scooters. Please meet at the Woodbourne Tavern, 80 High Street, Renwick at 11am, ride departs at 12 noon. Destination Blenheim School, 42 Alfred Street. Entry fee by a toy or gift for the Toy Appeal, please no soft toys.

Crop Swap Blenheim: Sharing abundance from our gardens, giving generously and mindfully taking. $2 to register. With fruit and vegetables, preserves and relishes, jams, herbs, eggs, flowers, seedlings and baking. 2–3pm, Crossroads Café, 2 Redwood Street. For further details please phone 021512802.

Linkwater Monthly Market: Including Cranky Goat cheese, mussels, honey, fresh vegetables, French bakery, bric-a-brac, plants, coffee and a sausage sizzle and so much more.

9.30am-12.30pm. The Queen Charlotte Tavern, 1162 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater.

Summer Beer Fest: Marlborough’s Unique Summer Beer Fest is back for 2019. Tickets $75 which include a pint of Renaissance on arrival, complimentary German buffet all evening and live music from Brothers Revival, Hysteria and the Vandini Brothers. 3.30pm-10.30pm. Dodson Street Beer Garden, 1 Dodson Street.

Tickets strictly limited to 300 tickets so book your spots while you can. Sorry no door sales.

2019 Marlborough Nelson Regionals: Picton Harbour will be full of sails this weekend with over 80 sailors competing in a variety of classes. As well as the 2019 Marlborough Nelson Regionals the Zephyr South Island Championships, Regional Open Skiff Regatta and A Class South Island Championship will also be taking place. Races will be run on several courses staged in the inner and outer harbour. Today and Sunday. The Queen Charlotte Yacht Club, Shelley Beach, Picton.

The Linkwood Guitar Duo: Join Owen Moriarty and Jane Curry in concert as they play a programme of music for two guitars. 6pm. $25 waged, $20 concession. Old Tua Marina Church, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. Tickets available from Marlborough Museum and Still Books, Scott Street. Limited door sales on the night.

Sounds Of Christmas: Gather your friends and family together and come along and listen to Christmas carols sung by local groups.

Everyone is welcome to this free event.

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.

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.

Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Open Sunday and Wednesday 1.30pm-3.30pm, entrance by donation. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

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

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

Upcoming Events Tuesday 17 5pm-7pm. Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton.

Breakfast With Santa: Have breakfast, make a hat and receive a gift from Santa. $10. For children up to 7 years old. 8.30am.

Nurse’s Recreational Hall, Wairau Hospital, off Taylor Pass Road. To book please phone 0273650425.

Marlborough Art Society Gallery: Exhibition on show ‘Figure’ a mixed media exhibition of figurative art.

This exhibition draws from the work of mainly local artists. On until December 15. Open every day 10.30am4.30pm. Marlborough Art Society’s Gallery, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

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: Exhibitions on show ‘Time Travellers - Tuia Te Muka Tangata Ki Uta: Shared Futures’, Tuia 250 Encounters Marlborough Children’s Art Exhibition, on until January 26, 2020. Also ‘Te Pokohiwi o Kupe – Revisiting Past Voyages’, on until March 1, 2020.

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.

ULYSSES NEW ZEALAND Inc.

MARLBOROUGH BRANCH

TOY RUN

Saturday 8th DECEMBER 2018

Marlborough Museum: Visit the new Meretoto 1770 Exhibition, all welcome with free entry on Saturday’s. Open 10am-4pm daily.

Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place.

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

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.

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.

Vintage Farm Machinery: 10 am -3p m, o p en ever y day.

Brayshaw Park guided tours available, on Sunday Thomas the tractor rides are available.

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.

Cheeky Monkeys: A fun and creative session for children under five years old. Each session includes stories, songs and a simple Marlborough Christmas In The Park: fun craft. No need to register, just come What more could you ask for in the along and join in. 10.30am. Marlborlead up to Christmas with free family ough District Library, 33 Arthur Street. fun, carols and entertainment for the Wednesday 18 whole family. Starting with a Family Fair from 1pm-2.30pm followed by Quiz Night: the Christmas concert from 2.30pm- Come along and enjoy a fun quiz night.

5pm. A selection of mouth-watering Great for family teams, teams of friends food will also be available to purchase. and workmates. With prizes for first, The Glade, Pollard Park, Parker Street. second, random and second to last.

Teams can consist of any number up Christmas Carols Sing-Along: Come and sing-along with Hugo del to a maximum of eight. Registration Mar and friends in the historic Old Tua from 6.30pm, entry $5 per team. All Marina Church. 4pm. Old Tua Marina materials are supplied. 7.15pm-9.15pm.

Church, Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred Street.

Arthur Baker Place.

Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Clarence Bridge and return to Kekerengu for lunch. 10.30am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Thursday Group rides, meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome.

Studio HQ Spectacular Dance Showcase: With top class choreography and a great night of entertainment for the whole family. Don’t miss Studio HQ dance show case 2019. 7pm. Adults $30, child $15, family $75 (two adults and two children). Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin Street, Picton. Tickets from Take Note Picton. office@blenheimsun.co.nz 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.

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If you have an event email Susan at The Sun

ULYSSES CLUB NEW ZEALAND Inc. MARLBOROUGH BRANCH

10th annual

TOY RUN

Saturday 14th DECEMBER 2019 Supporting the Salvation Army Toy Appeal

Open to ALL roadworthy Motorbikes, Scooters, etc.

MEET AT: Woodbourne Tavern (Renwick) 11am RIDE DEPARTS; 12noon BBQ at destination (Blenheim School) Entry fee; a Toy or Gift for The Toy appeal (no soft toys please) Badges on Sale Organiser: Kelvin Watson, PH 5776822 Advert kindly sponsored by John and Jane Laing, Marlborough Motorcycle Riding School.

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 Situations Vacant

Friday December 13, 2019 Situations Vacant

Mussel Openers/Packers Wanted Have you had experience working with mussels or would like to learn? Are you looking for regular work?

Vegetable Processors

If you are keen to learn, we will provide the opportunity and training.

We are now taking applications for reliable staff to work in our Vegetable Processing Department for our upcoming Bean Season.

The successful candidate will have:

The successful candidate will have:

• A good work ethic with a focus on time and attendance

• Have a good work ethic, with a focus on time and attendance

• Enjoy working In a processing environment where food safety and team work Is Important

• Enjoy working In a processing environment where food safety and team work is Important

• Dayshift - 0600 - 1430

• Be able to work 12 hour shifts - Dayshift 0600 - 1800, Nightshift 1800 - 0600

• Afternoon shift - 1530 - 2300

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Please apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to: Talley’s Group Limited - Blenheim: 742 Old Renwick Road, Blenheim

Deliverers Wanted Springlands (Ward St, Murphys, Coleman and Old Renwick Rd)

Deliverers Wanted wither area (Hammoond Pl, Fyffe, Kendon, Safe and Selwyn St)

We need you!

We need you!

Summers coming and we are looking for adults and children to deliver our twice weekly newspapers.

Summers coming and we are looking for adults and children to deliver our twice weekly newspapers.

You may want the exercise or the extra money...

You may want the exercise or the extra money...

(Prompt payments fortnightly)

(Prompt payments fortnightly)

So call in or phone Susan NOW!

So call in or phone Susan NOW!

5777 868 | 72 High Street

5777 868 | 72 High Street

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Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: bhe.recruitment@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to:- Talley’s Group Limited Blenheim: 742 Old Renwick Road, Blenheim.

Factory Staff & 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: bhe.recruitment@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to:- Talley’s Group Limited 3 Rangitane Drive, Havelock Warf, Havelock.

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Dispatch Forklift Drivers We have vacancies for Forklift Drivers in our Group processing plant near Renwick for our day and night shifts. The position includes container loading, picking of orders and forklift driving pertaining to dispatch and packing operations.

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 • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • High regard for Health and Saftey • A full Class 1 driver licence - forklift experience preferred, however full training Is available Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Whales are so big, they can take up to 100 years of creatures consuming them to decompose.

Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: bhe.recruitment@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to:- Talley’s Group Limited Blenheim: 742 Old Renwick Road, Blenheim.

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Friday December 13, 2019 Situations Vacant

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT

Full time If you enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for the elderly, then we would like to hear from you.

Please call at reception for an application or email facilitymanager@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 16/12/2019

Stevedoring Shakespeare Bay, Picton CASUAL OPPORTUNITIES

• Do you enjoy working outdoors and don’t mind physical work?

• Can you work a variety of hours including nights and weekends?

• Are you a team player, ready to help out as and when required?

Applicants for this position should be legally entitled to work permanently in NZ. To apply online visit www.portnelson.co.nz or contact Jacqui on 027 734 0113 for more information.

Situations Vacant

Vineyard supervisor Thornhill Horticultural Contracting is a well-established, large supplier of labour to the Viticulture industry in Marlborough.

Thornhill is a registered Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) recruiting specific staff from New Zealand, Thailand and the Pacific Islands, to fulfil the needs of its valued vineyard clients.

We currently have a position available for a Vineyard Supervisor.

Applicants must have the following: • At least three years experience • Be able to report to management and complete paperwork on time • Reliable and have a tidy work ethic • Preference will be given to an experienced supervisor, but not essential as full training will be given • Be able to work long hours when required • Have excellent communication skills • A good understanding of RSE policy • Clean drivers licence • Due to staff requirements preference will be given to the ability to converse in Thai.

Please respond to alistair@thornhillnz.co.nz by the 20th December

Public Notices Cookes Tree Services for tree removal, trimming, thinning, line clearance, stump grinding, hedge trimming, mulch supplies. Fully insured.

Free quotes. Call Lance 021-361-912 or 5780083 Ten Pin Bowling open 7 days at Simcox Stadium 50 Battys Road Phone 5784851 HEATPUMP supply, service, install. Free quotes. Call now 0284052863

NEW POSITIONS Red Cross is the world's largest humanitarian organisation, working together towards our mission to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilising the power of humanity and enhancing community resilience.

We have six new positions open in our Migration Programmes team with the objective to meet the needs of the Blenheim community and the refugee relocation quota.

Full Time – Pathways to Settlement Manager Full Time - Settlement Lead 0.6 Part time - Social Worker Full Time - Settlement Case Worker Full Time - Volunteer Programme Lead 0.5 Part time - Volunteer Coordinator If you are passionate about humanitarian work, visit our careers website to apply.

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868

The Havelock Medical Centre will be closed from December 23rd until January 5th 2020. It will then resume normal hours on Mondays and Thursdays. The centre is now open for enrolments for residents new to the area.

CHRISTMAS HOUSIE/BINGO Thursday 19th December, 6.45pm.

Blenheim Bowling Club, 65a Weld Street.

50 Housie Games 3 x Superhouse (1 x $1000) Giveaways during the night.

Doors open 5pm.

HEDGE & SHELTER BELT TRIMMING 40 years experience

For Sale

Church Notices

CHRISTMAS PRESENTS?? Why not try JUST BROWSING, Battys Road. Thousands of small items to choose from, also GIFT VOUCHERS. Open 6 days 10am-4.30pm. (03) 5775402.

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m.

All welcome. 5785030.

GOLD Jewellery, over 180+ rings, gold bracelets etc. Antiques & Collectables, including good quality cutlery sets, cut crystal, china, NZ Art, NZ non-fiction books including Marlborough/ Nelson history and NZ hunting. JUST BROWSING, Battys Rd, (03) 5775402.

Nativity Anglican Church

Garage Sale

GaraGe Sale Cressys Picture Framing 14 Pitchell Street

Mega Sale Cost + 10% Great Prices for Xmas Prints, Horses, Stags and more Mirrors Photo frames, all $10 each Posters $5 Customer Orders Available Grey Power Discount 15% off Saturday 8.30am - 1pm Sunday 9.00pm - 1pm

garage

SALES SATURDAY 14th December. 9am-3pm.

1/86 McLauchlan Street.

215 TAYLOR Pass Road. Saturday 14th December. 8.30am-10am. Toys, books, games.

ESTATE BUSTERS. Two queen beds and mattresses, scotch chest, linen, chests of drawers, table and chairs, two TVs, garden tools, some workshop tools, kitchen ware, a fish filleting table and much more. Karina Crescent. 8am.

CLOTHING ALTERATIONS & DRESSMAKING Ready 3 - 7 days Will pick up and deliver Phone Robyn 573 7257 OR 0223172948

Acknowledgements

FORSTH, Peter: Dorothy and families would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and sharing of memories on the passing of Peter. Special thanks to Doctor Rod Bird, and to Ashwood Park and all carers. We appreciate the professionalism and care shown by Cloudy Bay Funeral Services and Coralie Holdaway.

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Death Notices ADDIS, Billy: December 1, 2019 ARCHER, Caroline (Ann): December 9, 2019 ELLIS, Judith Anne (Judy): December 6, 2019 HEBBERD, Maurice John: December 5, 2019 JAMES, Rex Charles (Jim): December 6, 2019 JARVIS, Leonard John George (Len): December 9, 2019 KNOWLES, Vera Elsie Isobel: December 4, 2019 LYFORD, Beverley Frances (Bev): December 6, 2019

Book your space now in our Friday Sun (by 3pm Thursday)

ROE, Roy: November 30, 2019

Garage Sale Column!

Phone 5777 868

SCOTT, Warren Stuart: December 8, 2019

Public Notices

WATSON, Lisa Jane: December 7, 2019 WILLIAMS, Elizabeth Jill (Jilly): December 9, 2019

Call Graham

578 5971

76 Alfred Street, Blenheim.

All welcome to our services Thursday - 10am Holy Communion in Barnies Sunday - 8am Traditional Eucharist Service - 10am Family Service - 5.30pm Canvas All Age Service See www.nativity.org.nz for details

STY DELIGHTS POP-UP SHOP Festive Gift Ideas Home Preserves Open Thurs - Tues 9am - 4pm 9a Manor Place, Blenheim Phone 578 5090

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Births This Week ANDERSEN, Myles Roger: December 2, 2019 KITTO, Leon: November 1, 2019 NEWTON, Florence Eve: November 25, 2019

In Memoriam Remember your lost loved one on their anniversary.

The deadline is Monday 5.00pm. Please contact the Sun for further details. 72 High Street, Blenheim, email office@blenheimsun.co.nz or phone 577 7868.

The Marlborough Citizens Advice Bureau wish to advise that the “free raffle” was won by ticket 004 and delivered safely.

Thank you to all participants and we wish you a happy festive season.

To advertise in the classifieds, call Gemma (03) 5777 868 classifieds@blenheimsun.co.nz

Wanted WANTED 2nd hand firearms. Trade-ins welcome. FREE firearms disposal service at The Gun Shack inside Vortex Marine, 6 Dodson Street ph 578-5720

Wanted to Buy VINEYARD within 10 minutes of town. 4-8 hectares. Private cash buyers. Phone 0212296933.

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sport

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sports talk With Jacob Page

Believe in the Black Caps once again If the Black Caps are to earn a test series win in Australia over the holiday period, they must be aggressive.

This team, currently ranked No 2 in the world behind India is strong, particularly by our standards as battlers who wait for their day in the sun.

Kane Williamson’s men must not be intimidated and must not

be satisfied with merely showing up, showing some fight but eventually rolling over.

The Black Caps team has flaws, Jeet Raval could not hit a barn door during a day on a farm at this point and Mitchell Santner is not the attacking spinner needed for Aussie pitches.

However, these Aussies are beatable too.

They have a specialist captain in Tim Paine, their middle-order is frail once you get past David Warner, Steve Smith and Marnus Labuachagne.

Plus, Mitchell Starc’s tricky foot issues may also be playing up.

Openers Raval and Tom Latham must see-off the new ball and the Aussie pace attack and Williamson must have an attacking

mindset, especially in the field to try to put pressure on the hosts.

None of this Black Caps team has ever played a test match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground like they will on Boxing Day. It’s a tall task but this group of players has achieved enough history over the past five years, that another accomplishment would not be shocking.

Veteran Woodley stays optimistic Local Veteran Motorcycle racer Jock Woodley is optimistic of possibilities with the rebuilt 1980 Yamaha TZ350G despite a DNF at the latest race meeting, The Mike Pero Southern Classic, an annual International Motorcycle race meeting held at Levels raceway, Timaru on the weekend of November 30 December 1.

Jock, a 2019 Marlborough Sportsman of the Year nominee, was confident of having some great races after qualifying in position two on the grid, in cool and overcast conditions, for the first race of the weekend.

Jock was in the lead half way through that first race when he was forced to retire due to a fault in a carburettor.

“A DNF is always a disappointment, while leading, more so however, sometimes fate plays a part in this game and it is what it is” he later remarked.

So with that carburettor repaired, and of course with the revolving grid system, he had to start from the back of the grid in race two.

“We certainly have work to do.”

“From that position I call it ‘threading the needle’ as we have to try and safely get through as much of the field as possible. I managed to fifth place, so overtaking about 30 other bikes in the process.

When in that position the onus is on the passing rider to perform the manoeuvre in a safe manner and not to take risks which can endanger other competitors. It’s all about respect” Jock says.

He also managed to make good gains while setting up suspension on the bike. Being brought up through the years on bikes with limited suspension technology Jock is now trying to learn the art of tuning the adjustable suspension

for each race track. “We certainly have work to do” he says.

Sunday dawned dull and cool but again with promise of sun and heat later in the day. Race three for the weekend, starting from grid number five he managed to win the race taking the lead in lap one and holding that lead through to the end.

One of the main requirements at a meeting like the Mike Pero Southern Classic is to have fun, he says. So the organisers ran a special feature ‘Two stroke GP’ race and in that, all of the two stroke race bikes were invited to come together and put on a show for the crowd.

Utilising a Le Mans style start, where the mechanics held the bikes at one side of the track while all riders were on the other side, and when the flag drops the riders have to run to the bikes and get going.

Jock managed to sprint across the track to the TZ350, which was being held by the owner Lester Ferdinand, and get away first. Even with much more modern bikes in the class he managed to hold that first place for the first full lap of the circuit before the much faster and later model GP bikes started to get by. A great bit of fun was had by all.

Jock was up for the last race for the weekend, and again starting on pole position. He managed to get away first and was unchallenged to the chequered flag. When the points were collated it turned out that even though gaining no points from race one of the weekend, he finished in third place for the meeting.

After the meeting Jock said “Cath, Lester and I are happy as, considering the DNF in race one. The meeting has been awesome as we learn about this new (1980) bike and its suspension, and we are focused on getting rid of the small gremlins that can be ‘par for the course’ with old machinery. The engine is strong we just need to sort the handling.

“Also our Daughter Vanessa was there with grandson Lewis, his first time supporting me at a race

Three generations of the Woodley family; Vanessa, Jock and grandson Lewis astride the Yamaha T Z 350.

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Neil Wagner could be another key.

His lion-hearted efforts with the older ball ensure New Zealand has a wicket taker bowling at all times.

This team has a fan base which believes they can win, half the battle of playing in Australia is the mental hurdle.

If they believe, they can win.

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Picton Golf Club November 28, Don Jamison 45; Nick Wright 43; Bill Gatrell 42; John Saxon 41; Ron Frisken 40.

November 30, Ron Frisken 41; Jeff Pascoe 36; Alan Butland 35; Andrew Sunley 35; Trevor Gullery 35.

December 5, Ant Booker 41; Trevor Gullery 38; Len Barlow 36; Aaron Wilson 36; Hiram Taylor 35; Andrew Sunley 35; Bill Gatrell 35.

December 6, 9 Hole – Scrambled EggsMargaret Frisken 28; Les Johnson 26; Joyce Allen 24; Heather Smith 22; Beryl Tripe 20; Barbara Fechney 20.

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meeting. I can’t help but wonder if he will follow the trend of his Mum, Uncle Mike, Great Uncles John and Bruce and myself, and go racing too”.

So now it’s time for Jock to get the bike ready for the Pukekohe Classic meeting on January 30 to February 2 2020, where speed does help but handling is essential as the track is somewhat bumpy.

He hopes to put up a good challenge for the Les De-Lacy Trophy

at that meeting.

Jock would like to acknowledge the wonderful work the CAMS (Classic Action Motorcycle Sport) club had done with organising the meeting, also the incredible support he personally receives from local businesses Blank Canvas Wines, BASIS, Elite Tyre and Alignment, SIGN images, Beatnik & Co, Picton Tools and Tyres, also PENRITE OILS and PowerFlow Motorcycle Engineering.

December 4, Women 3rd Stableford: Racheal Bell 37, Bernice Arnold 36, Yvonne Hoare 35.

December 5, Men Stableford: Des Campbell 41, Ray Herd 41, Graham Kerrigan 41, Jim Findlay 40, Cyrill Scammell 40, David Waters 39, Alby Atkinson 38, Blue Arthur 37, Graeme Daines 37, Doug Shaw 37, Ross Jordan 36, Morgan Bowe 36, Bill Varrall 36. 9 Holes: Roy Lilley 24, Paddy Norton 19.

December 6, 9 Hole Twilight: Ian Hatcher 21, Luke Yarrall 21, Bridgette Yarrall 20, Les Boniface 19, Dan Crawford 19, Bernice Arnold 19, Jan Pegler 19, Bob Tapp 18, Paddy Couchman 18.

December 7, Monthly Medal Gross: 79. Nett: Blue Arthur 60, Ross Agnew 64, Graham Kerrigan 65, Dan Crawford 66, Jim Findlay 68, Ray Herd 68, Bob Tapp 69, Paddy Couchman 69, Ian Clark 69. Fairweathers Prize NTP 6/15: Dan Crawford. NTP for 2 9/18: Graham Kerrigan.

December 9, 9 Hole Stableford Men: John Rewi: 22, Bill Varrall 20, Brian Brown 20, Ian Clark 20, Don March 19, David Waters 19, Paddy Couchman 19.

Women: Shirley Godsiff 20, Chris Burns 19, Dawn Walker 18, Bernice Arnold 18, Marg Hamilton 17.

Coming Events: Saturday, December 14 - Christmas Treats. 3 Person Ambrose.

Monday, December 16 - 9 Hole Stableford. All Welcome 10am start.

Wednesday, December 18 - Women: Bisque Par. Thursday, December 19 - Men Stableford, 2nd Max Stephens Mermorial.

Friday, December 20 - Twilight 9 Hole Stableford 6pm start. Report by 5.45pm.

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