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By Celeste Alexander

At the end of this month the public might think they are having a flashback to the 70s when they see half a dozen former patrol vehicles driving about Marlborough.

Anyone who remembers the days when road safety was policed by the Traffic Safety Service, an entity which was part of the Ministry of Transport, will recall seeing traffic officers driving older style vehicles like the 1937 Ford V8 Coupe or the V8 powered Holden Kingswood.

From 1937 the majority of road traffic enforcement and education work was the responsibility of the Ministry of Transport, Brian Smith pictured just before his retirement with one of the three coloured-patrol vehicles, the Holden SV6, introduced to the Tasman region in 2014; very different from the days when he drove a Holden Kingswood as a traffic officer. File photo.

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meaning the Traffic Safety Service was run separately to the New Zealand Police. But in 1992 the service was transferred to the Police after the National Party came into power and commenced a process of splitting up the Ministry into State Owned Enterprises, Crown entities, or selling it to the private sector. This saw the once well recognised black and white patrol cars and matching uniforms of the MoT disappear overnight.

A reunion is being held in Blenheim later this month which will see former traffic officers from all over the country come together for the two day event beginning January 31.

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ABOVE: Retired Marlborough Highway Patrol Officer, Brian Smith, pictured in 1988 on the Chatham Island with his Ministry of Transport J20 Jeep. Brian recalls that the locals kept all unroadworthy vehicles out of sight for the duration of his stay while he was there working as a traffic officer. Photo provided.

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During that time, a number of traffic officers transferred over to the NZ Police while others pursued other options.

These stories and many more will be shared among the 188 people attending a reunion being held in Blenheim over two days beginning January 31, for former local body and MoT traffic officers, organised by two local couples; Bruce and Claire Wood and Bev and Richard Pottinger.

One of those attending is a former traffic officer who transferred to the NZ Police, spending a total of 42 years in service to both – local man and retired senior constable, Brian Smith.

Brian began his career in Christchurch in 1973, working as a motorcycle officer. Six years later he transferred to the West Coast and was given a Holden Kingswood for his patrol vehicle.

“I thought that was Christmas,” he laughs. “Back then the vehicle was yours alone to use and you treated it like it was your pride and joy.”

He recalls one memorable incident when he came across what resembled a car towing a caravan.

“There wasn’t much left of the car which was missing quite a bit of the body. It belonged to a squatter who had been kicked off some land and had been using county roads on his way from Waiutu to Blackball.

“But he had a 5km stretch of the highway he needed to travel, so it was a bit of bad luck for him that I was there,” he jokes.

He says his time working as a traffic officer was “really enjoyable” with plenty of variety before the merger took place and he transferred to the NZ Police.

“I loved every minute with the MoT

and I worked with a great bunch of people. You would often work by yourself so when I stopped someone I was always aware that the first thing out of my mouth would determine how the rest of the interaction would go.

“I always believed that you treat people how you would expect to be treated.

“It was interesting work and back then our job was varied, but when the merger took place a lot of that variety disappeared overnight,” he says.

In 2004 Brian joined the Marlborough Police and was with the Highway Patrol group. He retired around five years ago, but months before he did his last vehicle was the newly introduced red Holden SV6.

Brian will be among many attending the reunion which will see people from all over the country attending, Richard says.

Richard, who himself is a retired MoT traffic officer, says these reunions are held throughout the country but it’s the second time it’s been a nationwide event.

“My wife and I were at last year’s reunion where she put her hand up and suggested we host it in Blenheim.

“It’s not political, just a fun get-together. Some of the people coming are still active in the Police force,” he says.

Attendees will enjoy events held at the Clubs of Marlborough where photographs and functions will be held over the two days.

Outside in the carpark will be the former patrol vehicles, including one motorcycle, which have been restored and are now privately owned.

“People will be curious when they see these vehicles… they’re still in their original condition,” Richard adds.

When working as a traffic officer Brian Smith came across a motorist towing a caravan with this vehicle between Waiutu and Blackball.

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A Holden Kingswood which Brian drove during his time as a traffic officer on the West Coast in the 70s.

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George completes inspirational swim

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By Aimee O’Hagan

100 years of racing at Waterlea

For 17 year-old Blenheim local and Marlborough Boys’ College head boy for 2020, George Glover, the last three weeks have been incredibly life-changing.

A week ago, George arrived back in Anakiwa after spending ten days swimming the length of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Not once, but twice.

It was all for the Black Dog Swim, an initiative started by George to raise money for kiwi mental health organisation, I Am Hope NZ, with all funds going towards kickstarting youth mental health programmes around the country and assisting those who suffer from mental illness to get the help they need.

George’s original aim was to raise $50,000 for the charity. Instead, the final amount exceeded a massive $62,000.

“It’s so cool... [Especially] to see everyone that chipped in,” he says.

“But it wasn’t about the swim, it wasn’t about me: it was about mental health and bringing people together.”

Throughout the lengthy swim, George was joined by a support crew made up of “the elite of the elite”; people from businesses around Marlborough and the rest of New Zealand who wanted to show George that they believed in him.

Supporters included experienced river, lake, and ocean swimmer, Dave Edgar; adventure racer, Dan Moore; president of the Old Boys’ Association, Ross Anderson; Tasman District Police senior constable, Glen Richardson; Jon Haack from Haack Construction, and many more.

The Marlborough Harness Racing Club will host its annual two day summer meeting this Friday January 17 and Sunday January 19 at Waterlea Raceway. Friday’s meeting will be a twilight affair beginning at 2:50pm with Sunday set to be a traditional family day.

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George Glover with Tasman District Police senior constable, Glen Richardson, who supported George by kayaking alongside him throughout the Black Dog Swim. Photography by Mark Grammer.

“It was awesome to make those connections,” George says.

“I couldn’t have had a better support crew.

“It was great to spend the holidays in the Marlborough Sounds, swimming with some good blokes.

“I’d say most of the challenges [throughout the swim] were mitigated because of the people on board.”

When discussing what these exact challenges were, George says there wasn’t really one thing that stood

out to him.

“The whole swim was a challenge,” he laughs.

“It was just one big, long slog.”

According to George, he could have finished the swim in five days – the time of day he swam the ten different legs of the race were based on the patterns of the tides and the currents – but he decided it would be best for his health to space it out a bit.

“At one point, we were going at the speed of 12 minutes per kilometre,”

George mentions.

“The Olympic 1500 metre swims are holding speeds that are about the same.

“That’s just crazy.”

George’s plans for the future include taking part in a possible 48 hour swim at “the town pool” – but for now, he is content with resting and reflecting on the task he just undertook.

“If my swim gets people talking about mental health, I’ve done my job,” George smiles.

Blenheim local, Phillipa Hyndman, is holding a music and musical-theatrethemed quiz night this Saturday, January 18, at 7pm, at the Blenheim Musical Theatre rooms on Lakings Road, with all money going towards the Graeme Dingle Foundation.

It’s all for the foundation’s Drop for Youth initiative, which will see Phillipa and a collection of other brave Marlburians go skydiving for charity.

Maximum six people in a team. Cost is $10 per person. BYO snacks. Raffles are available. RSVP by this Friday, January 17, to Phillipa: 0277132603 or phily_o_fish@hotmail.com.

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Schools and sports groups to benefit from new trailer

By Celeste Alexander

Head to Landsdowne Park this Saturday, January 18, for an exciting game of football between two professional teams. It's the National League home game between the Tasman United Senior Team (the provincial team of footballers made up of players from Marlborough and Tasman) and Otago team, Southern United. Entry is FREE, so all families are encouraged to attend and watch this very special game. Kick off is at 4pm. Pictured is Marlborough footballer and member of the Tasman United Senior Football Team, Nick Stanton, who is one of two locals set to be playing in the National League game this weekend.

Photo by Aimee O'Hagan.

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When schools send their students away for camps there’s always a huge amount of luggage and supplies that go with them.

Likewise with sports groups, carting around equipment can mean a lot of extra baggage so having access to a community hire trailer can take away a lot of the hassle.

This was the thinking of Agrivit directors, Clare Kilty and Jeremy Watts, who recently purchased a new shuttle trailer for the purpose of making it available to Marlborough schools and sports teams for free hire.

Clare says from past experience, accessing trailers to transport gear for school camps is difficult and felt it would be a good way to support the community.

“We think it will be successful,” she says. “The stadium has a similar community trailer which is always in use so it will be great to have two available in the community.”

Also supporting Agrivit’s purchase of the trailer is agricultural company, Croplands. Agrivit builds Croplands Quantum Mist sprayers and are Marlborough’s only authorised Croplands service agent and because of this

Renwick based business Agrivit has purchased a new shuttle trailer which will be free to hire for Marlborough schools and sports groups. Director Jeremy Watts, and the Agrivit team, are proud to be supporting the community.

relationship, Croplands contributed a portion of the trailer cost.

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to show some support for our community project,” Clare says.

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More public housing set to be built across region

By Celeste Alexander

Late last year in October a new agency, Kainga Ora, was created and is now responsible for providing public housing, home related financial assistance and delivering aspects of the Government’s Build Programme.

With public housing (state houses) there is a big push for new homes to be built to help meet demand for public housing.

Kainga Ora has announced that is has plans to build at least eight new homes for tenants and their whanau across the Marlborough area this financial year.

There are 427 Kainga Ora homes in Marlborough; 12 of which are new homes built in the 2018/19 financial year.

A spokesperson says 12 homes are currently vacant due to a variety of reasons; routine maintenance/refurbishments between tenancies, awaiting re-development or long term work to fix significant damage.

Two of these vacant houses are awaiting redevelopment and three are waiting for work relating to subsidence.

Kainga Ora’s investment of more houses will help to modernise its housing stock while

Kāinga Ora area manager for Nelson/Marlborough/West Coast, Dale Bradley.

providing more modern warm, dry homes for tenants, area manager, Dale Bradley, says.

“The investment includes homes of different bedroom numbers and sizes to help meet demand for public housing.”

Dale also states that on top

of a $500,000 investment this financial year in maintaining its existing homes, this new build programme “re-affirms” Kainga Ora’s commitment to existing and new tenants.

The spending on maintenance includes painting, fencing,

roofing and driveway safety improvements.

“We’re really proud to have built some new houses in the last year in Marlborough, and it’s wonderful to see that will continue in this current financial year,” he says.

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Zakea achieves Olympic performance dream Twenty-one year-old Massey student Zakea Page, who previously lived in Blenheim, has achieved his lifelong dream of performing at an Olympic opening ceremony, in Lausanne, Switzerland, at the Winter Youth Olympic Games recently.

Za kea per for med h is unique artform, which blends sport and art, in front of thousands at Vaudoise Aréna on January 9, making him the first person to design a Youth Olympic medal and perform at an opening ceremony of a Youth Olympic Games.

A passionate hockey player, he executes fast-paced, energetic painting performances using a hockey stick and a ball soaked in Chinese ink.

“My ultimate life ambition has been to perform at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games, so to be able to achieve that is incredibly humbling,” he says.

Zakea won an international competition to design the medal for the Youth Olympic Games in April 2019. His design, Beauty in Diversity, which was rendered by fellow Massey student Ryan Ardern, beat more than 300 entries from 60 countries.

As a result, he travelled to Lausanne for the games where he received the gold, silver and bronze medals from the president of the International Olympic Com-

Zakea Page in Lausanne, Switzerland where he has achieved his lifelong dream of performing at an Olympic opening ceremony. Photo provided.

mittee, Thomas Bach.

Zakea will begin his third year of a Creative Media production degree at Massey’s College of Creative Arts in Wellington this year.

“There’s not much between sport and art. For me, it’s more of a blur than different disciplines. There’s not much that can make half the world

cry and half the world cheer at once – sport has immense power, and so does art.”

Zakea credits studying at Massey with helping him achieve his ambitions. “The peers, mentors and friendships I’ve developed at Massey have really helped me elevate my craft and myself as a person.”

Saturday morning saw the fun and colourful event, FreshChoice Picton Rainbow Run, held at Picton's Port Marlborough Pavillion. Those who came along completed a 1km run - or did it twice - and got doused in colourful powder at the end. The event started at 10am and continued on until just before midday. Many attended, with all going away with rainbow-coloured clothing. Photo supplied. More photographs in The Sun's Out and About section on page 14.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

Q: What are your thoughts on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s desire to step down from royal duties?

Brian Allen Blenheim I think they’re quite welcome to leave if they want to, but they shouldn’t be financially supported by the British Government if they do.

Catherine Donnelly Blenheim I understand about mental health issues and the need for space, but it wasn’t respectful to the Queen or the right way to go about it.

Elizabeth Aitken Blenheim It seems to me that Meghan as an American doesn’t understand the Royal family at all and how to behave in a royal manner. Harry is only sixth in line to the throne so it won’t make a difference, but I’m sure the Queen is very upset.

Peter Watt Blenheim They have the right to their own lives but they have to work with the other family members. Bearing in mind that Harry is sixth in line to the throne, I’m supportive of what they are doing. It’s the 20th century, the monarchy has to get with the programme.

Tricia Dawson Blenheim It must be disappointing for the rest of the Royal family, but Meghan and Harry have to do what they’ve got to do to take care of themselves.

Logan Lowther Blenheim It’s kind of wrong that they’re leaving. [Meghan] knew what she was getting into when she joined the Royal family. She can’t really do it then leave London.

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Cape Campbell Dear Ed, As Councillor Gerald Hope said; Cape Campbell was previously a remote wilderness.

That was before the earthquake lifted the land. The only way there was along the beach or through a couple of farm properties that border the Cape now after the earthquake has become remote wilderness and accessible to the general public, even if it is by four wheel drive vehicles, which makes it like a lot of other remote wilderness around NZ. The earthquake has changed a lot of things, not only for us humans,

but also other animals and sea life as well, including Cape Campbell.

It has now given us access to the Cape for all that wish to venture out there. We all have to learn to live with these changes even if that is driving out to the Cape in four wheel drives.

Then it becomes the new norm to deny people that right on the basis that there COULD be long term effects is not on, you have to remember that it was nature that caused this situation, not man.

Nature can look after itself without any inteference from us.

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Clearing misconceptions In yesterday’s (8/1) Letters to the Editor, a concerned driver was highlighting the impatience of some Blenheim drivers.

While I basically concur with them I’d like to clarify a couple of issues.

The first being reversing out onto a main road or car parking space.

While the onus is on the reversing vehicle I would agree legally it would be better if it was on the driver of the vehicle coming from behind, as they have uninterrupted vision.

However, it’s a mystery to me, why the NZTA allows vehicles to reverse onto a main road, when it is fraught with danger. Much better to reverse park, as they do in many overseas countries. And whereas in some NZ provinces main road angled parking

is such that one drives out of a parked bay with the direction of the traffic flow rather than reversing blind into the on-coming traffic - dangerously non sensical - all provinces should adopt it, or better still, it to become the correct and legal procedure.

Also mentioned about sounding the horn; which we tend to judge as a sign of anger. The real use of the horn is to warn and inform another driver of the consequences of an action, nothing more. So if you do get honked, it’s to let you know of a possible intending collision, and therefore take some appropriate action.

Lastly, yes some drivers automatically feel they have the right of way when approaching a roundabout, at

speed, from the right side of another vehicle, but if that vehicle is at the give-way sign before them, then it’s perfectly entitled to enter the roundabout and the other vehicle must give way, as they are now on the roundabout ie exactly the same as one would at a stop sign controlled cross road intersection.

So often I see drivers intending to enter a roundabout while they are 10 metres or more away from the give-way sign, and so coming up at speed intimidates another driver who’s already there.

Trusting that clears up any misconceptions.

Chris Davies Past traffic signal engineer UK and Australia

who are meant to be managing public lands and safeguarding bio-diversity.

Instead DOC is busy chasing imagined pests i.e. introduced species when the question arises, in view of DOC’s inertia and incompetence in this regard, who introduced DOC?

It makes the wisdom of Shane Jones “Billion Trees” programme dubious.

Who wants monocultures of pines anyhow with wilding pines, ugly clear felling and silt depositing into streams and estuaries of the Sounds.

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Emma’s changing pace with horses Emma Dippie’s one constant has been horses but the past year has taken her in a new direction. The harness racing hopeful and current stable hand with Blenheim’s Anne-Marie Best, talks to Sun reporter Jacob Page about her time in the sulky and her impressions of the sport and the industry.

The first time Emma Dippie drove a harness horse, something just clicked.

“After the first day I thought ‘this is for me’.

“Just sitting behind a horse and the power they have, it’s quite amazing,” she says.

The 22-year-old Marlborough Girls’ College alum had been passionate about horses all her life and after several years competing in equestrian, she was keen to make her next move.

“I did a course down at Telford and then I went to work for (champion show jumper) Logan Massie in Dannevirke for a year and then it’s been Harness racing for the past year.”

Emma admits the switch from equestrian to harness racing was rare.

“I came home for a holiday and Anne-Marie was needing some help so I did that and I got hooked.

“My close family aren’t big on horses - my parents thought it was a phase.

“When I was younger, I had a rocking horse and that was probably the start of it.

“When I was a teenager I convinced them to get me a horse - an ex-thoroughbred Smoogie.

I did a bit of everything with her, show jumping, dressage, trekking.

“She’s now chilling out fully retired in Seddon.

Emma’s goal in the short-term is to get her junior drivers license which

will allow her to drive in races.

At present she drives Anne-Marie’s horses at the trials.

“Along with all the paperwork, you need 25 trials drives to become a junior driver which I’m about halfway through.

“I actually won my first trial and Anne-Marie was on another horse behind me yelling at me all the way round the track to make sure it went well.

“After the first day I thought ‘this is for me’.”

“It’s good being in a small stable, you learn more and you’re with the trainer more.

“Anne-Marie has four in work at the moment.”

All four horses will compete at Blenheim’s two-day meeting this Friday and Sunday.

It will be Emma’s job to be handson with all the pre and post-race duties on the day.

She says the stables’ best hope is Valley Star.

Emma’s ultimate goal is to train a winner herself one day but she is keen to show what she can do on the track before then.

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Cheers

Congratulations to Stacey, Rowan and the Woodbourne Tavern Family.

The Woodbourne Tavern family. Rowan Ingpen and wife Emma with daughters Pippa and Matilda, Adrianna Ingpen (holding Matilda), Richard Marlow, Anton and Stacey Goodwin and son Stan (held by Richard).

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On January 25, 2010 the family on, they are celebrating their milestone and everything they took over the business and quickly set about putting roots down in the have achieved during that time. proud to support the On January 25, the family is community.

Both Rowan and Stacey married inviting the community to join with them as they celebrate 10 locals and have since started their years of ownership with a day own families. Rowan married Congratulations on full of fun and entertainment for wife Emma, a fifth generation 10 years in business!

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For Rowan, a mechanic by trade now have two daughters, Matilda and Stacey, a school teacher, it and Pippa.

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Harlequins Netball club, Adrianna joined the Renwick Smart & Connected steering group, and Richard joined the Marlborough Racing Club Gallops and enjoys local dog trials.

Richard has also been the ‘key sausage man’ working the BBQ on a Saturday morning for the Renwick Rugby club for the past six years.

On top of all their interests, the family has also built on, and introduced, some events to Renwick including the highly popular annual Pig & Deer Hunt and a Speed Shear.

“We’ve worked really hard to create an inclusive environment here at the Woody,” Rowan says.

“We like to provide family friendly events and in general, bring the community together.

“Through these events we’ve seen a number of families grow; including youngsters we’d see with their parents who are now older and coming into the tavern.

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The Woodbourne Tavern has its own unique following with a number of locals who have continued to support it for many years, Stacey says.

“When we took over I remember one of our customers telling me she had her own seat and not to change things. She still comes in and sits in that same seat each week and is part of our lives now.

“This is the same with many of our regulars. We even have overseas travellers coming in who have been told about the Woodbourne Tavern and have come to stay as they passed through,” she says.

Behind every good business is a dedicated crew of staff, which is another reason why the Woodbourne Tavern does so well, Stacey says.

“All of our staff are fantastic and play such a crucial part in our business. Kerri has been with us since the beginning and we’ve had staff leave to start families and are now back with us.

“We really encourage growth and training and I think that’s a big part of why we have such a good team,” she says.

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Food and good old fashioned service Over the past 10 years, Woodbourne Tavern & Motels owners, Rowan Ingpen, Stacey Goodwin, Richard Marlow and Adrianna Ingpen, have seen a number of changes take place within the business.

The number of staff has increased from seven to now 20, the function side of the business has grown, fundraising quiz nights are held more frequently, and a big emphasis has been made on food.

“The menu is an important part of our business and we’ve made a lot of good changes there,” Stacey says. “We want to provide good quality pub grub as well as offering something for all tastes.

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Because they encourage an ‘all inclusive’ environment, they have chosen to hold two events that day; one being for families including young children, and another later in the evening for people over the age of 18.

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It is incredibly rare for a photographer to be able to capture two birds in flight and in perfect symmetry.

The stunning photo was judged the best paradise shelduck photo by judges Mark Mitchell (award

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“If you really look closely, most overnight success took a long time” - Steve Jobs

Local Business who have stood the test of time 22 YE AR S

RS A YE 5 1 With great coffee, delicious food made fresh each day and grocery items when you’re in a hurry, Night’n Day have been a popular go-to on Main Street for 15 years.

In that time, owners John and Marion Gargiulo have owned the business for 12 years and are now ready to retire, and looking for a new owner.

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Hunter’s Wines are recognised as one of the pioneers of the Marlborough wine industry and has been celebrated over the years with an excess of 200 national and international wine awards. The cellar door is located in the original farmhouse on Rapaura Road, offering wine tastings inside as well out in the stunning gardens. Visitors are encouraged to wander through the garden, visit the resident artist in his studio or simply to enjoy a glass or bottle of wine, paired with local and international artisan meats and cheeses.

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Local Business who have stood the test of time 87 YE AR S

RS A YE 7 3 There is a very good reason why Superior Carpet Cleaning is your number one choice for cleaning, refreshing and removing stains in all types of carpet. It is a company which has been operating in Marlborough since 1982 and has stood the test of time by always delivering high-quality service at a fair and reasonable price. Today, Dan Riddell is the second generation to have owned Superior Carpet Cleaning and with years of experience, he provides a true ‘superior’ service.

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RS A E 6Y It has been an exciting six years for local couple Bu-nga Krataitong and Nuttavut Rodsienglum since purchasing the Bamboo Garden Restaurant. Not only have they continued to build on the ever popular menu, but they have become a destination for private functions and fundraising events.

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An incredible 100 year milestone was recently celebrated by Johnson’s Barge Service Ltd, marking a century for this iconic company.

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It has been 20 years since Marlborough Motorcycles owners, Brendon and Cathy Wadsworth, launched their business from home.

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Born at the reasonable hour of 10.42am weighing in at 9lb 13oz at Wairau Hospital, Lincoln came at a very special time for the Jones family.

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EVENT: King and Queen of the Withers

The King and Queen of the Withers event, which is hosted each year by Marlborough Harriers Club, was held at the Wither Hills Farm Park on Saturday morning. Those who participated tried their luck at completing a 10km course, either by running, running and walking, or just walking.

Keegan (left) and Megan Graham with daughter Ameika. Megan won the title of the Queen of the Withers, finishing the 10km run at a time of 45:35.

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Support Worker - Disability Support Services Information and Assessment Centre Evening - Monday, 27 January 2020 If you are interested in any of the positions below please apply to this vacancy so that you receive further information.

Please note - you must attend in person on Monday, 27 January 2020 to be considered for interview.

Positon 1: 7.00AM to 3.30PM Saturday and Sunday every second weekend (16 hrs/fortnight).

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Position 3: 3.30PM to 10.00PM. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday (39 hrs/fortnight).

Closing date: Tuesday, 21 January 2020.

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Support Workers (casual) Disability Support Services We have casual positions available working on an as required basis, covering staff leave.

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Closing date: Tuesday, 21 January 2020.

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Reliable distributors wanted for part time work delivering catalogues and mailers into household letterboxes in Blenheim.

You’ll be delivering for Reach Media - an established National Distribution Company.

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TRACTOR OPERATOR Loveblock Farms Ltd needs a Tractor / ‘can do’ vineyard operator for their family owned vineyard and wine brand in the Dashwood area of the Awatere Valley.

Loveblock operates SWNZ and organic vineyards as part of the farm and vineyard enterprise. There are vineyards with a flat aspect and vineyards on a north facing slope, so not all boring flat stuff.

Good work ethic and health are important.

Extended hours are often required during the growing season for spraying. You will be involved in vineyard machinery activities and maintenance as well as making and spreading compost. Some vine work will be required during quieter periods.

Experience will be viewed favourably, but training will be given to the right person.

Rate of pay depends on person applying.

Contact: doug@loveblock.co.nz

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Diesel Mechanic Due to further expansion we seek an outstanding Diesel Mechanic to join our highly motivated and experienced team based in Marlborough.

Be Part of New Zealand’s Biggest Event in 2020 The Electoral Commission is recruiting for an Electorate Manager for the Kaikoura Electorate for the General Election in 2020, based out of Blenheim.

We are looking for someone who knows their community and can bring together a diverse group of people to deliver an important event for all New Zealanders.

Key responsibilities are to: • plan, manage and deliver a large operational event • build and lead an electorate team to successfully deliver voting services to the community • find voting places in areas that meet your communities’ diverse needs • ensure sufficient staff are recruited and appropriately trained • ensure electoral materials are securely managed • ensure that electoral processes are completed to agreed standards and timeframes, including election night results.

The role requires you to be able to commit to a minimum of 30 weeks of full-time equivalent work between 1 March 2020 and 28 February 2021. You will also be required to travel throughout your electorate on a regular basis and to attend national and regional training sessions. The role comes with a base fixed fee of $57,000 for the 30 weeks.

To be successful in this role you need to demonstrate: • leadership, communication and proven ability in relationship management • ability to plan and deliver an operational event to tight deadlines • knowledge and awareness of different cultures • strong networks within your community • sound working knowledge of the Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) • sound judgement and decision-making.

About the Electoral Commission | Te Kaitiaki Take Kōwhiri The Electoral Commission wants every New Zealander to trust, value and take part in Parliamentary elections. Here’s your chance to contribute to New Zealand’s democracy as part of a small team of electoral experts who design, build and implement processes and systems for Parliamentary elections and referenda. It’s an exciting and varied role within a team that is committed, supportive and hands-on.

What’s next?

To apply for this role or more information, please email recruitment@elections.govt.nz.

Applications for secondments from within the Public Sector are welcome.

Applications close at 5pm, Saturday 18 January 2020.

The role involves repairing and servicing a range of heavy equipment and machinery out in the field (Marlborough and beyond) and in our specialised workshop, located in Kaituna, Blenheim.

The Mechanic joining our team will reflect our ‘do it once, do it right’ motto, providing top quality workmanship for our clients.

The successful applicant will: • be a honest, reliable and trustworthy team player • take direction and be able to work unsupervised • communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders • work safely and efficiently to a high standard • have previous field service experience If this sounds like the role for you please email your interest to admin@onsitemechanical.co.nz

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PHR PRocessing Ltd ManufactuReRs of oMega MusseL & cLaMs are seeking a MecHanicaL Maintenance engineeR We are looking for a keen person to join us in our growing shell fish processing business.

Key responsibilities: • Mechanical maintenance of all plant equipment and services to the highest possible standard, in order to achieve quality and performance targets, using preventative maintenance techniques and minimising breakdown downtime.

• Continuous improvement, executing reactive and planned maintenance duties, ensuring lines are continually running with minimum possible downtime.

• Investigate and develop work improvement methods.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Take a leading role in the improvements and upgrades to the existing plant and new installations.

The successful applicant would need to have: • 2 or more years minimum experience, preferably more.

• Have a solid work history in a maintenance position.

• Experience welding stainless steel, steel and aluminium • Experience and some understanding of plumbing, electrics, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics • Experience in fault finding / diagnostic work.

• Show a commitment to quality health and safety practices.

• Have a thorough knowledge of New Zealand regulations.

• The ability to work unsupervised using initiative.

• A current driver’s licence.

Appropriate remuneration will be negotiated with the right applicant.

Apply to: PHR Processing Ltd phredwood@outlook.com chris@omegaseafood.com

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Mussel Farming Skipper We are a small family mussel farming business that has been operating for over 44 years. We have approx. 4 staff operating farms in our home port of Port Underwood but also Tory Channel and the Pelorus Sound.

For your sewing requirements

We are looking for a Mussel Farm Skipper Responsibilities • Day to day running and maintenance of the Boat and Barge under direction from the manager.

• Workflow management on farms.

Requirements • ILM or SRL (24m endorsement) or CLM or equivalent ticket • Physically Fit • Energetic • Love for the outdoors and marine environment • Previous mussels experience preferred but not required Normal hours of work is 12 hour days, 5 days a week to make a 60 hour week, Monday to Friday.

Limited number of overnight trips Please call Nick Hearn (021) 0559053 Email your CV to : nickhearn@gmail.com

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Paper delivery want to earn some cash/pocket money The Blenheim Sun is now recruiting for paper-delivery people/children in Renwick (relief and permanent roles available)

It’s a great first job for school children; some commitment and responsibility, and an introduction to the workforce.

Earn some pocket money!

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If you’re motivated and reliable call Susan now on 5777 868

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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

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Notice of the 2020 Annual General Meeting of the Marlborough Underwater Hockey Club Inc

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

In accordance with clause 21 of the constitution of Marlborough Underwater Hockey Club Inc, notice is given of the 2020 Annual General Meeting.

Date & Time: Monday 17 February 2020 6pm Location: Stadium 2000 Meeting Room (1st floor), Kinross Street, Blenheim

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FIRE AND EMERGENCY IS SEEKING LOCAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS IN YOUR AREA Help us make your community more resilient in an emergency.

Want to contribute to a stronger, safer Aotearoa?

Here’s an opportunity to ensure your community’s interests are reflected in our local and national planning. You’ll also be supporting your community to be more connected and resilient in an emergency.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is establishing Local Advisory Committees (LACs) across the country to help us understand each community’s current and future needs. This will help us better support you to reduce risk, prepare for and respond to emergencies, and recover quickly when they happen.

LACs will help shape our support for your community, by providing a strong local perspective on what matters. As part of a LAC, you’d be representing your community’s understanding of local risks and issues.

Feedback collected from your networks would inform the collective advice of the LAC, which would then be considered in Fire and Emergency’s local and national planning.

We are seeking LAC members who: • want to use their knowledge and experience to make their community safer and more resilient.

• are well-connected and willing to engage with a range of networks and communities of interest to gather a wider perspective (not just represent a specific group).

• have a good understanding of local risks and issues.

Sound like you (or someone you know)?

Nominations are now open. Find out more and download a nomination form at www.fireandemergency.nz/LACs

NOMINATIONS CLOSE AT 5PM ON 31 JANUARY 2020

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Placement & approval is at the discretion of The Publisher. While every effort will be made to publish as instructed, The Publisher accepts no liability for any loss caused through loss or misplacement. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement considered unsuitable for publication. Advertisements will be charged on the size of the material supplied or the space ordered whichever is the greater. It is the responsibility of the Advertiser or Advertising Agent to notify Blenheim Sun newspaper of any error within 24 hours of its publication. The Publisher is not responsible for recurring errors. To obtain a classified space order (defined as annual commitment of advertising space or spend) please speak to your advertising representative. (Surcharges may apply if commitment levels are not met or cancellation of a space booking & or contract). Cancellation: neither display nor classified cancellations will be accepted after the booking deadline. No credits will be issued to classified package buys that have commenced their series.

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Please speak to your advertising representative to obtain a full copy of these. Advertisers agree that all advertisements published by Blenheim Sun newspaper may also appear on a relevant website.

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Community Eldercare “Seminar Day”.

St Christophers Church Hall, 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown. 4th Thursday of each month. Thursday 23 January 2020, 10am-1pm.

Morning tea and lunch provided.

Guest speaker, games and company. $5 per head. Enquires to Sharon 021813559 or sharon@stchristophers.co.nz

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WESTON-BERRY, Christine Emily (Tilly), (née Guard): Died peacefully at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, on Thursday January 9, 2020. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Cyril, loved twin sister of Edward, and John, and sister-in-law of Elaine and Narelle. Loved aunty of Edwina, James, Fiona, Emma, and Lynda, and great aunty to Jack, Charlotte, Hannah, Betsy and Teddy. Very special friend of many years of Sandra. Christine was a keen and loyal member of the STRAND Indoor Bowls Club for 40+ years. Sincere thanks to the staff at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village. Tilly was so happy with you all. Messages may be sent to P O Box 39, Blenheim 7240. At Christine’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

LOXTON, Elizabeth Catherine (Betty): On Thursday January 9, 2020, peacefully with her sister at her side. Four days short of her 102nd birthday. Loved wife of the late John, loved sister and sister-in-law of Lauris and the late Bert Croft. Loved aunty of Wayne and Dianne, and Louise and Kevin. Special thanks to the staff at Springlands Lifestyle Village for the care and compassion shown to Elizabeth since the start of the Village.

Messages may be sent to the Loxton Family, c/- 94 Jones Road, RD 3, Blenheim 7273.

Now at rest with her beloved John. At Elizabeth’s request, a private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium has taken place.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

DICK, Peter William Gainsford: Passed away peacefully at Marlborough Hospice on Saturday 11th January 2020 aged 80 years.

Much loved husband and soul mate of Fay of 56 years. Cherished father and father-inlaw of Robin & Vanessa, Michael, Sharyn and Peter (Gain). Much loved grandfather of Ben, Kerrie, Jonathan, Matt, Jenna, Grace, Cameron, Philippa, Christopher and Daniel. And special great grandad to Jack and Ollie. The family would like to thank the wonderful care and support received from Dad’s wonderful GP Mandy Chadwick, and the absolutely amazing team at the Marlborough Hospice. Messages to 56 Coleman’s Road, Springlands Blenheim 7201. Flowers respectfully declined. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough PO Box 411, Blenheim, 7240 would be appreciated.

Proud Awatere Masonic Lodge member No. 292. A celebration of Peter’s life in the Awatere and Blenheim will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 5 Henry Street on Thursday 16th January at 11am, followed by a private cremation.

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EDE, Errell Sadler: On Sunday January 12, 2020, peacefully at his home. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Ann for 58 years. Loved father and father-in-law of David, Michael and Vennessa. Loved Grandad of Shay and Keegan, Jacqui, Ashley, and the late Jesse. Loved great Grandad of Audrey and Elise. Messages may be sent to 3 Cherrywood Park, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for Errell will be held at St. Christopher’s Anglican Church, Weld Street, at 1.30pm on Friday January 17.

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PALMER, Neville: Sadly left us on 16th January 2005. Dad your memories have become my heartbeat. Dad could you come back and stay awhile. I need to hear your voice, see your smile, hold you tight and never let you go. Loved and missed. Love Andrea and Brayden.

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Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm.

Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

URGENT services Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377.

Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 5pm, Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271.

Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

Women’s Refuge and Sexual Violence Support Centre Marlborough: Crisis line number phone 0800 refuge or 03 5779939 .

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

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only.

Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm.

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

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

BOOTHMAN-BURRELL, Poppy Isabella: Our whanau; Buzz, Lauren, Lily, Daisy, Chris and Harry are heartbroken to tell Poppy’s community that she has passed on Thursday night, aged 24 years. We will be having a celebration on Thursday 16 January at 2.30pm at the Elim Church, Blenheim followed by a private family interment.

Please come and join us in colourful attire.

In lieu of flowers, please instead consider giving a donation or koha to Starship Hospital, c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240, in Poppy’s name. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals. co.nz. Aroha nui kia katoa.

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Great results for King and Queen of the Withers event

By Aimee O’Hagan

Saturday morning saw the annual Marlborough Harriers Club event, the King and Queen of the Withers, take place at Wither Hills Farm Park.

Over 100 Marlburians tried their luck at completing the 10km course, either by running, running and walking (hybrid category), or just walking.

For George Varney and Megan Graham, the day was a huge success, with George winning the title of the King of the Withers (completing the course in 41:37 and breaking the Junior Men record of 44:20 set by himself in 2018), and Megan being named

the Queen of the Withers and the winner of the Open Women category, finishing the run in 45:35.

Lucy Harman also did very well, winning the Junior Women category with a time of 54:59.

Julius Stromberg won Open Men in 41:46 and Ian Anderson won Veteran Men in 44:27.

Julia Anderson won Veteran Women in 49:29, Larry Smith won the Male Walkers race in 1:28:35, Wanda Smith won Female Walkers category in 1:29:57, Paul O’Shea won the Hybrid event in 1:00:46, and young Bella Rayner got second in the Hybrid event with a time of 1:04:16.

Larry and Wanda Smith with granddaughter, Bella Rayner pictured after completing the event. Bella came in first place in the hybrid female, Larry first place in the walkers, and Wanda second place in the walkers and was the first female for the category. Photo provided.

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Marlborough Golf Club results

January 8: Diana Pye Stableford - Helen Lissaman 39; Sue Lissaman 39; Denise Pickering 38; Debra Nicholls 33; Francie Shagin 33; Gloria Rodgers 32; Christine Armstrong 32.

January 9: Men’s stableford - Div.1: Hans Fischer 41; Paul Eden 38; Geoff Sprot 38; David Lightfoot 37; Andrew Hickey 37; Mike MacLeod 37; Bede O’Malley 36; Jon Nicol 35; Jock Glennnie 35; Terry Shagin 34; Allan Parker 34. Div.2: Robert Hille 41; Werner Pluss 38; Brian Chippendale 38; Paul Sainsbury 38; Robin Taylor 37; Charles Leith 37; Gary Duke 37; Mike Ponder 36; John McIntosh 36.

January 11: D. Watson Mixed 4BBB Par. Hassan & Turnbull 12; Franks & Dowler 10; Chippendale & Stowell 10; Yemm & Wilson 10; Taylor & Tripe 10; Dovey & Ando 9; Rutledge & Marsden 9; Diack & Parker 9; Lightfoot & Pickering 8; Larkin & King 8; Lissaman & Rutledge 8; Morris & McLean 7; Hille & Jefferis 7; Goss & Johl 7; Shagin & Eggers 6; Ponder & Clarke 6; Loomis & Jensen 6; Snowden & Kirkwood 6; Whiting & Keenan 6.

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Chris Lang finishes the run.

Photos by Aimee O’Hagan

Andrew Jones reaches the finish line of the 10km run.

Lucy Harman finishes the King and Queen of the Withers runners course, winning the Junior Women section at a time of 54:59.

January 8:Men,Irish Stableford - Clarry Neame 76 on c/b Alan Hogg; Neil Reeves 75; Allan Ryder 75; Ezra Kahaki 74; Terry Allen 74; Phil Hill 73; Steven Fagan 73; Terry Grant 72; Terry Lane 72; Alan Rutledge 72; Barry Masters 71; Phil D’auvergne 71.

January 9: Ladies, Medal Winner over the field – Sue Campbell 90-21-69 Rete Kydd 87-14-73; Margaret York 10633-73; Diane McCarthy 99-25-74; Lynn Naysmith 102-28-74; Pat Olliver 104-30-74; Carla Hepplethwaite 108-33-75.

January 11:Stroke, Net Men – Clarry Neame 68; Bruce Verry 70; Terry Grant 71; Jerome January 72; Lindsay McAlpine 72; Allan Shutkowski 72; Tony Nichol 72.

Ladies – Sue Campbell 72; Pat Olliver 74.

January 12: Stableford: Men - Clarry Neame 45; Maurice Soper 38; Norbert Thaler 37; Terry Lane 35.

Ladies – Janet Laing 39; Annie Hubert 36.

Coming Events Thursday, Ladies – 16 January 2020 – Medal + Putts Saturday, 18 January, 12pm Start – Stroke Combined Net Sunday 19 January, 11am start – Stableford.

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Chris Cartwright is ecstatic to be completing the King and Queen Matt Rayner is followed closely by Lasheika Banks. Matt took part in the of the Withers run. runners race while Lasheika participated in the hybrid category.

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Ladies: Elaine Brown 43, Diane Marsh 37, Mel Hampton 36, Maureen McKenzie 35.

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31 High St • Renwick

www.basisnz.co.nz | sales@basisnz.co.nz

• 44 Piece 1/2” Drive • Metric & SAE

$338 $228 All prices include GST

Ph: 572 8880

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Wednesday January 15, 2020

Z N r e m Sum THIS THIS IS IS

GET A GROUP Join us toDont celebrate miss theTOGETHER harness AND JOIN THE ACTION! WATERLEA 100 years of racing action WATERLEA action in sunny Blenheim. at Waterlea!

Friday: VIP Hospitality Tables for 10 Cost $100 per person and includes: • Complimentary gate entry & race book • Tote betting facilities and a bar located within the VIP area • Assorted bread & dips on arrival • Two Course Meal, five complimentary drinks. Beer, wine or non-alcoholic.

Single seats also available

RACECOURSE Two daysRACECOURSE Friday January 17 (Twilight) Friday January 17 Twilight Trots

WATERLEA WATERLEA WATERLEA RACECOURSE RACECOURSE RACECOURSE Sunday January 9 19 January Sunday and Sunday Sunday 19January January19.

Gates open 12.30pm, first race 2.53pm, last race 7.39pm Gates open 9.30am, first race 12.10pm, last race 5.07pm

WATERLEA RACECOURSE

Enjoy good food, good company, and some fantastic summer racing.

Live music both days and all day kids’ entertainment including bouncy castles, face painting and Mr Whippy!

GATE SALES: Adults $10, 18 & under FREE

Both days: Mini Marquees for 10 Cost $600 per day and includes: • Your own marquee • One table with cloth and chairs • Entry tickets & race books • Two dozen bottled beer • Three bottles of wine • A selection of nibbles

BOOK YOURS NOW

Phone 578 8599 or email waterlearaceway@xtra.co.nz