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School stationery! How many parents shudder when they hear these two words before setting out with their child’s stationery list to find their supplies? With children all over Marlborough getting set to return to school next week and the week after, school supplies shopping has kept local businesses busy as parents prepare for the beginning of a brand new school year. Paper Plus Blenheim store manager, Karen Gibb, says her staff have been extra busy and even began their stationery ordering last July. Karen’s plan to make stationery shopping easier on parents has seen her staff put together more than 1000 packs; and that number is still climbing. “We are still going,” she grins as she points to her ‘production line’ in the store’s storage area upstairs. “We’ve been putting together packs for six schools so preparation began last year. We’ve made up a production line where we sort, count, stack, box and label each pack. “There’s a knack to it for sure,” she laughs. “But if it makes it easier on parents then that’s what we are here for. One heart-warming story that Karen recalls is of one of her older customers who would go into the store every year and donate $50 to go towards a family in need. “It was such a beautiful thing for her to do, so I made sure it was passed on to a local school who could use it for one of their families,” she says. And what about the dreaded contact coverings that would drive parents crazy trying to cover books while avoiding bubbles and lines? “We actually don’t sell much anymore; in fact we didn’t even order

ABOVE: Paper Plus Blenheim store owner, Karen Gibb, says staff have put together more than 1000 school stationery packs for the 2020 school year. RIGHT: Blenheim nutritionist, Emily Hope, shares her advice on healthy and filling options for school lunches.

it in this year,” Karen says. “Ezi-covers are now the trend with kids where they can slip the covers onto their books. Some parents are even saying they’re using those three years in a row, and they come in some pretty funky designs now. “But with the contact covers, the trick is to use a pin to pop the bubble,” she grins. Another back-to-school preparation is of course – lunchbox ideas. Local nutritionist, Emily Hope, says the week before school begins is a great time to start preparing food and snacks and ‘popping’ them into the freezer. “Now is a good opportunity to do some work with your children in the kitchen. Make some bliss balls and muffins for school and store them in the freezer. It’s fun and gives

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Friday January 24, 2020

Dave re-tyres after 50 years in industry By Celeste Alexander

Dave Gill has worked in the tyre industry for nearly five decades in what he describes as being “an interesting career meeting some real characters”; but the time has come for him to hang up his tools and retire. “I’ve served my apprenticeship and it’s now time to leave,” he laughs. Dave and his wife Bev have operated their Grove Road business, Elite Tyre & Alignment, for 10 years, but it will be next Thursday that he shuts up shop for the final time. Asked what he plans to do once the business closes, Dave says; “getting out on the motorbike”. “I’ve told my wife that if the weather’s good she won’t see me for a while,” he jokes. “I haven’t been able to ride much over the years because the business has kept me busy so in the first week I plan to make up some of that time. “But now that I’ve planned it, it will probably rain that first week,” he laughs. Dave began his career with a company called Fleetway, owned by Goodyear Tyres, which was based where Haack Construction is on Middle Renwick Road. After two years he went to work for Goodyear in Wellington, continuing his work with retreading, and returned to Marlborough at the end of 1973. He took up a position with Dunlop Tyres where Forbes Panel and Paint is located at the corner of Hutcheson and Nelson Streets, before Dunlop

put in a new building which later became Beaurepaires, then Tyre General as it is today. Customers who Dave dealt with around 30-years ago when working for Beaurepaires continued to support him when he opened Elite Tyres & Alignment. But some of the biggest changes in the industry that Dave has seen are tyre neglect and the price, he says. “The pricing has changed a lot; people don’t realise but tyres are cheaper now than they used to be. “But tyre neglect would be the biggest change. Since warrant of fitness checks went from six to 12months I’ve seen some of the worst neglect of tyres I’ve ever seen. “The NZTA even released stats showing a 235 percent increase in serious injury and death between 2015-2018 after the cha nge. Pe ople ju st don’t think t hey ne e d to check but instead think they have those 12 m o n t h s u nt i l t hey do need to replace worn tyres. “I’ve seen tyres t hat have been worn right through to the steel,” he says. With the business closing next Thursday

Dave wishes to thank all of his loyal customers for their support, and to reassure them that they will still be taken care of. Jeff Stanton of Precision Auto Centre on Auckland Street has purchased the business and is merging the two. It will be named Precision Tyre & Auto and will continue to provide the same tyres and service that Elite Tyre & Alignment did. “My employee, Daniel Gosling, who is a familiar face to many, will be joining Jeff’s team to take care of the tyre and alignment side of things,”

Dave says. “I thank Daniel for his loyalty and honesty over the years; without his support we would not have been able to continue without him. “I’d also like to thank Bob Monkhouse for his help during the past couple of years and my wife Bev who, behind the scenes, has taken care of the accounts. “I’m really happy to know that Jeff and this team will continue servicing our customers and I wish him all of the best going forward.”

Precision Auto Centre owner, Jeff Stanton (left), has purchased Elite Tyre & Alignment from Dave Gill who is retiring after nearly 50 years in the industry.

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Total fire ban in place Marlborough has been issued a total fire ban as of yesterday. This comes as the region’s fire risk reaches high and extreme in areas. The Wairau Valley Volunteer Fire Brigade was called to a scrub fire earlier this week, caused by a person using a chainsaw hitting a stone.

Lock up your vehicles Police are issuing a friendly reminder to vehicle owners to lock their car doors and ensure valuables are removed from their vehicles. Leaving valuables in vehicles makes them an obvious target for thieves. Suspicious behaviour can be reported to 111.

Information wanted for SPCA break-in Any persons who have information about the break in and theft of a large till from the SPCA Marlborough centre near Renwick, are encouraged to contact Police. Thieves broke into the centre last Saturday morning at 6.40am after climbing over a high fence and using hedge clippers to force entry into the office. Money was stolen from a petty cash tin and the entire till was taken.

Anglers can still bag prizes Last weekend Fish & Game held a family fishing day at Lake Argyle where anglers could catch tagged fish and win prizes. Around 250 people took part. There are still tagged fish remaining in the lake and Hendersons Ltd is sponsoring another $500 voucher for a lucky tagged fish, plus other prizes still ‘swimming’ in the lake include free licences, rod/reel combos and lure packs. To enter; catch a tagged fish, take a photo of the tag and send the tag number to Nelson Marlborough Fish & Game via email, phone or Facebook, and find out if you are a winner.

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Friday January 24, 2020

Beach Fest to be a ‘blast’ By Aimee O’Hagan

Start getting your beach towels, sunglasses, and sunhats together, 13 to 24 year-olds, because next week, on Friday, January 31, there’s an exciting event being held at Picton Foreshore that you will not want to miss. It’s the Beach Fest 2020, which is currently being organised by the Marlborough Youth Trust

advisory group (MYTAG) and is set to celebrate it’s third birthday this year. According to MYT youth worker, Bex Nafe, Beach Fest will offer all kinds of fun activities for those who go along; from inflatable water slides to zorb balls, to a volleyball tournament and even the chance to get your hair braided by a professional. “There will be live DJs and

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entertainment playing the whole time,” Bex says. “As well as this, there will be lots of food and drink vendors providing refreshments throughout the night.” The event is essentially a backto-school party, she says. “It’s that whole idea of having one last party to start the year off and to start it right before the season starts when the students have

to go hard out into their studies,” Bex says. “We want to celebrate the fact that they are going back into education; [going back to school is] a cool thing, not a bad thing!” The event is set to run from 6pm and 9pm on Friday, January 31, at Picton Foreshore. Tickets cost $5.00 and can be purchased from the MYSpace building on the corner of Redwood

and Kinross Streets. For those who are worried about transport to the event, there will be a bus travelling from Seddon, through Blenheim, and then to Picton on the day. “The bus is free, but there’s only 20 seats, so you’ll need to get in fast,” Bex says. “You can sign up for the bus when you come into MYSpace and buy your tickets for Beach Fest.”

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Friday January 24, 2020

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

Rabbit control advice available Over the past few weeks the Council’s Biosecurity Team has been answering calls from residents concerned about the number of rabbits they are seeing around Blenheim. Council’s Senior Biosecurity Officer Liam Falconer says while 2019 monitoring results indicated very low numbers in the Awatere and Upper Wairau areas, there is a rise in the rabbit population on the Wairau Plain. “The mild winter has resulted in a high survival rate of young rabbits, which has contributed to growth in the population. “While we expect the RHDV and K5 viruses will help reduce numbers, it will not control all of them. Now is the time for landowners to take action to control rabbits on their property,” Liam said.

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The Biosecurity Team can provide information on the best control methods, but the responsibility ultimately falls to individual landowners. “Landowners must ensure that they are compliant with the rules in the Regional Pest Management Plan which can be found on the Council website,” Liam said. Council staff are also working on a plan to control rabbits in the Taylor River Reserve. “Public areas like this can be challenging. Control work takes careful planning to ensure that there is no risk to the public,” Liam said. For more information, please contact Council’s Biosecurity Team on Ph: 03 520 7400, or you can find out more about rabbit control at https://www. marlborough.govt.nz/environment/ biosecurity/a-z-of-pests

Council is preparing its next Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2021-2027 and we want your feedback to help shape future waste services in Marlborough. Council Solid Waste Manager Alec McNeil says it’s a region-wide initiative. “People know their local communities and we want them to share their experience and knowledge to help Council understand their waste and recycling needs.”

Community consultation will occur in three stages. Stage 1 will gather information about existing waste services, Stage 2 will look more closely at the topics you tell Council about, and Stage 3 will define the main points you want Council to consider for the next Waste Management and Minimisation Plan. Make sure you have your say completing an online questionnaire at: https://www. surveymonkey.com/r/WasteManMin

Temporary Road Closure – 26 January 2020 – Seaview Road On Sunday 26 January 2020 the following road is to be closed to ordinary vehicle traffic from 7.30 am to 4.30 pm for the Marlborough Car Club’s Standing 400 m sprint. • From a point 400 m past Reserve Road intersection to 400 m short of Flemings Road intersection. During the period of closure, ordinary vehicle traffic may use the road being closed between events under the supervision and authority of an Officer of the New Zealand

Creative Communities Scheme Fund Applications for financial assistance by way of grants under the Creative Communities Local Arts Scheme are now being invited by Marlborough District Council. The scheme supports and encourages local communities to create and present diverse opportunities for accessing and participating in arts activities within the Marlborough community. Applications can be completed online by going to Council’s website: www. marlborough.govt.nz/our-community/ grants-and-awards/marlborough-

Notification of Committee Meetings – January 2020 creative-communities-scheme Applications close at 5.00 pm on Friday 28 February 2020. For further information please contact: Lyne Reeves, Community Development Advisor, Ph: 03 520 7400 or email: lyne.reeves@ marlborough.govt.nz

The following meetings are open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend. Copies of the agendas will be available online at: www.marlborough.govt.nz/yourcouncil/meetings and at Council’s Office, 15 Seymour Street.

Assets & Services Committee Thursday 30 January 2020 at 9.00 am Environment Committee Thursday 5 February 2020 at 9.00 am The times and dates may be subject to change, please contact Nicole Chauval, Committee Secretary, Ph: 03 520 7400 for confirmation.

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Police (Traffic Safety Branch). This notice is hereby given under Section 342 of the Local Government Act 1974. It will be an offence under the above regulations for any person other than under the authority of an authorised permit to use the road for ordinary vehicle traffic during the period of closure. Any enquiries to Deanna Gleeson, Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330. JOHN LEGGETT MAYOR

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Awatere and Dashwood rural boil water notice Friday 28 February 2020. For further information please contact: Lyne Reeves, Community Development Advisor, Ph: 03 520 7400 or email: lyne.reeves@marlborough.govt.nz

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Although the boil water notice has been lifted for Seddon township, the Awatere and Dashwood rural areas are still subject to a boil water notice. Water from Council’s reticulation network providing water to the Awatere and Dashwood rural areas should be boiled. It does not currently meet the NZ Drinking Water Standard and may contain bacteria

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Friday January 24, 2020

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The Sun Seriously? Seriously Housing New Zealand? You are building classy new brick town houses on Girling Avenue on sections that border the golf course and the Waterlea creek, a lovely prime outlook, and you’re going to shut off the view with high wooden fences? Doh! No imagination. At least make the fences see-through metal ones.

National service? Maybe not military service but what about a national service that’s military based? Eighteen to twenty year olds helping in the areas we need them, like keeping our country side and towns tidy. Digging and building and growing plants, pest control just to name a few. Perhaps some of those who are running amok would find a direction in life. There’s plenty of ways to keep them occupied for two years with manual and technical labour!

Fulltime billboard To the local real estate agent who has made his car a fulltime billboard on Maxwell Road... have you thought that residents in that area are sick of it? Even worse sitting as a damaged wreck for the past 3 weeks. Whilst you set about your clean up, go and remove your billboard bike from Redwoodtown Village bike stands as it is a broken eyesore. You should be making the town presentable. Not the person I want marketing my property!

Recycle centre Appalled at the amount of rubbish spilling from the Recycle Centre and into the Burleigh walkway. Hundreds of plastic wrappers and tin cans strewn through the grass. Someone needs to be held responsible and clean it up.

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Everyone that rents homes know how hard it is to find anything. It’s even harder when you have 4 legged family members. How disappointing it is to know that refugees are coming and moving straight into homes. What about us? Who is the government here for? Competition for housing is fierce for kiwis that have paid taxes all our working lives.

Congratulations to Samantha on her NCEA pass (Friday Sun 17 Jan) If students were also marked on qualities such as empathy, perspective and pragmatism Samantha would have passed with Excellence. Best wishes for your future.

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Only a volcano Saw on TV that they are planning trips back to White lsland. It’s all about money and more MONEY never mind the people who died and who were badly hurt. After all, it’s only a VOLCANO!!

Thank you I wish to thank who ever cut the grass on the river bank at Henderson park. No more fire risk on that side of the bank. Thank you.

Please dog owners, no dogs are allowed at Pelorus Bridge where the cafe is as it is a Scenic Reserve. But dogs are allowed at Totara Flat which has a beautiful picnic area.

Popular place I agree with person finding poo and rubbish near Wash bridge, we found it years ago. Why do Doc not put even a composting toilet there and rubbish bins at least? Very popular place to stay.

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Really impressed Long time reader, first time writer...To ‘Out of Date’, my family and I sought a cool refuge at the ferry terminal while the Tuia 250 celebrations were on. We were really impressed by the friendly staff who welcomed us even though we were obviously not ferry passengers. We ended up having lunch in the cafe with a great view of the boats and even used the electronic lifting machine to help us get the pram to level 1.

Roundabouts Blenheim roundabouts vs traffic lights sounds like the Omaka Landing scenario we had a while ago. If you find roundabouts upsetting, why not go live somewhere else? Oh, but not as far away as Europe, where cities are converting many light-controlled intersections to roundabouts. Research showed roundabouts led to a decrease in both the use of fossil fuels and driver frustration. And they know something about the Dark Ages.

X-ray plea Scenic reserve

A big thank you to everyone who aided me after a fall in High St last week, especially St Johns and my friend Rebecca who rang them.

Re: X-ray. Yep same here, over 6 decades of taxes and Dr request, don’t meet DHB criteria for knee x-ray. What are we a 1st world country with a 3rd world health system? I volunteer at Wairau may have to withdraw my free labour.

As a dog owner who does pick up what my dog leaves behind, I can only agree with the txt from January the 17th. I hate picking up other peoples dogs mess. However, I suggest that all responsible dog owners take a spare bag this weekend and pick up one more mess to shame those who don’t clean up after their dogs.

Safe at home Taylor River dogs txt from January 17th. I can not believe the ignorance of the owners of female dogs in heat bringing their poor lady dogs to a public park! I had to get my entire male dog a training collar to keep him out of trouble. It’s common sense to keep your bitches in heat safely at home.

Defensive riding To the larger lady on her e-bike. Try riding defensively. Every vehicle has a blind spot. Otherwise you will have another altercation.

Ridiculous Referring to your suggestion that the Council supply wheelie bins for household rubbish. I would suggest most of us don’t generate enough rubbish to absorb the extra cost. If you are so keen on a wheelie bin feel free to hire yourself one. Only about six bucks a week.

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Human kindness club I’m so glad to read about these kind, thoughtful decent people who go out of their way to help others, like handing in lost items and helping animals in need, even if they are deceased. It is great human kindness, keep it up! We need more people in the Great Human Kindness Club. So come on people... We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.

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Dolce I really admire the new owner of Dolce. He is trying really hard with new ideas and events to mix things up. I hope he gets the support he deserves.

Sick of reality Reply to B-grade T.V I am with you on this. T.V. has become Aussie rules. N.Z programs are all about departing this life, even the ads. What happened to good drama. I’m sick of watching reality. I can do that in my own life.

The pits Absolutely agree NZ TV. It’s the pits, bring back some good old movies, Bonanza, Dads Army, MASH, etc. etc.

Rai Valley Village It takes a village to raise a child and at Rai Valley, this is made extra special with whomever made the beautiful Christmas decorations and artworks and decorated your beautiful village for Christmas. So much created from recycled materials too. Thank you to the kind and creative folk for your thoughtfulness. You are treasures to Rai Valley, and for the children to learn from, building happy memories.

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Calling all chess enthusiasts Competitors needed for tournament Members of Marlborough Children and Youth Theatre who took part in the programme’s production of James and the Giant Peach last year. Photo supplied.

Ignite creativity through childrens theatre By Aimee O'Hagan

"I always say to the kids, don't ever lose the art of imagination and the world of make believe. It's still there." These are the words of local producer and director, Duncan Whiting, who has been running Blenheim-based performing arts programme, Marlborough Childrens and Youth Theatre, for over 25 years. Classes are resuming on Monday February 3 and Tuesday February 4, and Duncan is currently on the lookout for new students who want to "unlock their creativity and develop their performing skills". "I want to let everyone know that we're still here," he says with a smile. "There has always been – and always will be – a place within the community for children and youth theatre." There are a number of lessons being offered for children aged four to eighteen years of age – with the classes categorised into different age groups – including both drama and singing classes. "A lot of children are in need of valuable skills which can be developed through performance: The different class structures offer kids the opportunity to grow, develop confidence and self esteem, and find out what they are good at," Duncan says.

"For my four to seven year-olds, drama is a direct form of play... Whereas the youth learn more about the technicalities of theatre – not just what happens onstage, but also what goes on behind the scenes. "Sport does the same thing, but in a different way." The classes – which run for an hour each Monday or Tuesday – cost $135 per person, per term, but in Duncan's opinion, the cost is worth it. "Theatre can inform, challenge, and entertain," he says. "The cushion theatre performances that we do are that extra mile that help kids learn. "You don't learn through theory; you learn by doing." Plans for Marlborough Children and Youth Theatre this year include a performance of 'The Wizard of Oz' in July. "We staged it before in 2005, but it's time to resurrect it with a whole new generation," Duncan says. "It's a wonderful story to tell that always goes back to the moral of the story, the famous line that Dorothy utters: 'There's no place like home.'" There is much more lined up for the year, so to register your interest, to enrol in a class, or to simply find out more information, contact Duncan duncanwhiting@gmail.com or call Duncan on 021 158 9660.

By Aimee O’Hagan

Keen for a chance to exercise your chess skills and challenge other players from around Blenheim? Blenheim Chess Club is collaborating with Delicia Cafe to hold an exciting, upcoming chess tournament. The more who enter, the better! Anyone of any age can sign up, organisers say, but contestants must have a basic understanding of how to play chess. For children up to the age of 14, admission into the competition is $5, and for those 14 and older, entry into the contest is $10. Those who participate will compete against others in their age group; the final winner from each category will take home all the money from the selected age prize pool. Additionally, each person who enters will be given a free voucher for a scoop of ice cream or a regular cup of coffee at the cafe. According to organisers, previous chess tournaments

have seen children as young as three years-old take part. Studies have shown that playing chess has a multitude of benefits, particularly for children. It’s been linked with improved concentration, problem-solving, creative thinking, and mathematical abilities. The game has also been found to help with memory storage and managing information, and even has the ability to delay or prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. For more information or to register for the chess competition, drop into Delicia Cafe on Scott Street. Entries will open tomorrow and close in two weeks. I f you have a clock timer

you are willing to provide or sell to organisers to use for the competition, please contact the Blenheim Chess Club on 02108180159 or online at https://www.facebook.com/ BlenheimChessClub/.

Peter Bristow, co-owner of Delicia Cafe, is helping to organise the upcoming chess tournament.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR: By Wally Richards Hi everyone. Back for another year of gardening and other things that I find interesting. Here we are towards the end of January and heading into what is usually the hottest month of the year, February. I have had numerous complaints from readers as to the non performance of their summer loving plants. One chap living near a beach in a usually warm part of the country phoned me to see why his passionfruit was not growing? He told me he has been growing passionfruit for more years than he can remember and after about four years or so he would have to replace a vine as they are not long lived. So this year he planted a new vine, same area as usual, it grew a bit then stopped. He said that he thought something was eating the leader. I asked for holes to confirm that it is been eaten but no holes. Its not growing because its too COLD.

Then I see on the News and on TV that 2019 was NZ supposed to be 4th hottest year since 1900 according to NIWA. The other interesting thing is certainly we are getting some hot sunny days but the earth and the water are not heating up as they use to do and when the sun goes down in the afternoon its as the song says ‘Baby its Cold Outside’ (thats song has been banned now also) I have noticed that even hardy plants are not performing as normal. I planted a few climbing roses in spring and at this time they should be romping away making lots of new long canes. Nope, they are sulking. So the answer is to try and encourage growth by feeding and pushing them along. With the unusual cool to cold for this time of the year I would suggest if you have not done so yet, then get started planting up your winter vegetables and flowers.

If my suspicions are correct we may have an early winter. As a foot note: I have come to realise an interesting fact that new pests and diseases we come across in our gardens are more often than not problems we have brought in ourselves on plant material such as plants given to us or purchased. So you should very carefully examine all plants you introduce to your garden before planting out.

I tend to do this with newly purchased plants by placing them in a safe area away from other plants for a few days. It is also done for hardening them up before planting out so they will toughen up before being transplanted. While you hold plants in their containers you need to water them to prevent drying out but not to soak them as this also will soften the foliage. Problems, call me on 0800 466464. Three men on their own journeys, sharing inspiring messages of hope through mental illness. Brendon Adams, Tom Hyland (pictured with his young brother Grant), and George Glover. Brendon is about to embark on a motorcycle ride around the country, Tom recently returned from a 100 day cycle, and George recently swam twice the length of the Queen Charlotte Sound. The men met yesterday at the Marlborough Youth Trust to chat about mental health in general. "And to congratulate them on the massive efforts they have both achieved with their recent awareness campaigns," Brendon says.

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 What food do you crave most often? Those big dark cherries that are currently in season - yum!  When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better? Breathe - ha! In all seriousness, breathing techniques, or lately I’ve rediscovered pottery. Getting on the wheel can be super meditative and calming. Clay therapy!  What was cool when you were young but isn’t now? Snap button side stripe pants, puffer vests and tamagotchi. (or maybe that’s cool again? who knows..)  Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life? That’s difficult. Many people do. You can learn something from everybody. My parents have taught me so much, and continue to ground and guide me. But in terms of inspiration I gotta say my man - he helps me clarify my own vision and we bounce ideas off each other frequently.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been? Stewart Island. And - maybe Malta comes in a close second.

 What was the last photo you took? A picture of my younger half-brother resting his head on our dad’s shoulder, just before he boarded the ferry to return to his home in Sweden.  What thing do you really wish you could buy right now? A pair of perfectly fitting jeans, though I’m not sure they exist.  What is the best or worst purchase you’ve ever made? Best - My wooden easel with a crank handle to adjust the height. I’ve dragged the monstrosity of a thing back from Melbourne to Cromwell and now Blenheim.  Favourite programme currently watching? I don’t sit idle well, so if we watch TV I would usually let someone else decide, and join them in the lounge while doing something arty.  What fashion trend makes you laugh or cringe? Skin coloured/beige clothing. I mean, we have all the colours of the rainbow to play with!

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Saturday 25 Woodbourne Tavern And Motels 10 Year Celebration: Come along and be part of the Woodbourne Tavern’s 10 year celebration. Starting with a family friendly afternoon from 3pm-7pm with bouncy castles, face-painting, a free sausage sizzle and music by local band Double Shot. From 7pm an R18 party will be held with music from Gold Rush and Grumpy Monkey. Also various giveaways on the night and vans providing transport to and from Blenheim. Woodbourne Tavern And Motels, 80 High Street, Renwick. Havelock Lions Market: With plants, books, knitwear, preserves, nic-nac’s, a sausage sizzle, raffles and so much more. 9am-1pm. Outside Havelock Town Hall, corner of Main Road and Inglis Street, Havelock. Havelock’s Got Talent: Come and enjoy an evening of spectacular talent. One night only so don’t miss out. 7.30pm. Adults $15, senior citizens and children $10. Havelock Town Hall, Corner Main Road and Inglis Street, Havelock. Tickets available from Still Books, Blenheim and Take Note, Picton. Limited door sales on the night. Finn Johansson: Wellington based singer-songwriter Finn Johansson’s one-off solo show. 9pm pm with doors open from 8.30pm. Tickets $15. The Plant, 2 Redwood Street. Tickets available from undertheradar.co.nz Maud Island/Pakeka - Pelorus Sounds Tour: A memorable trip through the beautiful Pelorus Sound and to Te Pakeka/ Maud Island. Includes a visit to a mussel farm, nesting Shags and the Gannet colony at Waimaru (weather permitting), and a guided 40 minute walk (return) to a WW2 gun emplacement. Today and Sunday. Adults $130, children 13 years and under $65. Check in time 8.30am with departure at 9am sharp, return approximately 6:30pm. Pelorus Tours, Havelock Commercial Passenger Jetty C Pier. Bookings essential. Chess: Every Saturday at Delicia Ice Cream Café, 4 Scott Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough,

Start your family history search at Blenheim Family History Group Brayshaw Park Waitangi Day, Thursday 6th Feb, 10am -4pm Info: Chrissy 021 568 850 Lauri 578 5348

The Hipkins Cup Sea Swim, hosted by the Rarangi Surf Life Saving Club, is set for Sunday starting at Rarangi Beach. Local masters swimmer, Peter Colbert (left), is once again participating and is looking forward to another swim, as is race organiser, Brendon Ferguson. File photo Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm. Please bring your own board and pieces. Marlborough Art Society Gallery: Open every day 10.30am-4.30pm. 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. 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 10am4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock.

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

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Distoration: ‘Distoration’ an exhibition by photographer Richard Briggs featuring abstract paintings / photographic images, distorted through combination. Free admission, on until February 28. 6.30am-3pm. Karaka Cafe, 12 Sheffield Street.

Ulysses Club Ride: Social ride to Forresters Café just past Rai Valley for afternoon tea. 1pm departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. Thursday Group rides, meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome. Blenheim Riverside Railway: Train Departs from Brayshaw Park as follows; 1.15pm and 3.00pm to Omaka and return, 1.45pm to Beaver Station, Riverside Park, central Blenheim and return. Adults $12 Child $6 (Omaka $7 & $4). Eftpos now available. 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. Marlborough Vintage Car Club Museum: A variety of unique and rare vehicles, motor bikes and paraphernalia on display. Every Sunday, 1pm. Brayshaw Heritage Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place. 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 Heritage Day Brayshaw Park 6th February 10am - 4pm Heritage Skills and unique collections

See unique collections and demonstrations of heritage skills including woodwork, blacksmithing, farming and engineering. • Hot food • Bouncy castle • Thomas the Tractor rides • Mini train rides ALL DAY!

• Model boats on the pond. • Vintage vehicle display • Steam engines in action. • Devonshire teas and lunches

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Wednesday 29 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). Eftpos now available. Quiz Night: Come along and enjoy a fun quiz night. Great for family teams, teams of friends and workmates. With prizes for first, second, random and second to last. Teams can consist of any number up to a maximum of eight. Registration from 6.30pm, entry $5 per team. All materials are supplied. 7.15pm-9.15pm. Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred Street.

Thursday 30 Ladies Give Golf A Go: Have you always wanted to play golf? Here’s your opportunity to try golf with coaching from a professional, as well as having time out on the course to practise. 5.30pm-7pm. Ev-

ery Thursday from today until February 20, $45. Blenheim Golf Course, Parker Street. Prior registration essential due to limited numbers. Phone 5784585 or 5792294.

Friday 31 Beach Fest: A back to school beach party for all youth aged 13-24 years. With a live DJ playing throughout, inflatables, volleyball competitions, food vendors, stallholders, competitions and much more. 6pm-9pm. Tickets $5 per person, door sales only. Picton Foreshore. Transport available for those outside Picton. For more details contact 035793143, events@myt.org.nz or visit My Space 18 Kinross Street, Blenheim

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Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High Street. Sundays 10 a.m. All welcome. 5785030.

JONES, Kenneth James (Ken): Passed away at Wairau Hospital, on Monday January 20, 2020, after a brief illness. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Maureen, loved dad of Shirley and Ken, Carol and Kelvin, Alan and Maree. Loved grandad (Coondad) of his eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Especially loved by Philip and Natalie, and Barbara. Messages may be sent to the Jones Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Life Flight Trust would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 14-448, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241. Following a private cremation, a memorial service for Ken will be held at Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street, at 1.30pm on Monday January 27.

Nativity Anglican Church 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

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The Blenheim Pony Club's 'Festive Freaks' team which competed at a recent show jumping competition in Motueka. Photo provided.

Pony club’s winning start to the year The Blenheim Pony Club is gearing up for another great year, but first they are celebrating their most recent success; a weekend at the Abel Tasman Show Jumping Competition in Motueka held during December. Around 12 teams competed with 72 riders from the Marlborough, Nelson and West Coast areas. Each rider had to ride in five show jumping rounds over the weekend, including a Gambler’s Stakes, Jigsaw, as well as a TA2, TA5 (IJO) and a Show Hunter round. Blenheim Pony Club was represented by two teams; Prancer’s Enhancers (Lily

Plunkett, Myer Henderson, Isabella Grigg, Emily Cowan and Hannah Forsyth), and Festive Freaks (Emily Pickering, Carys Gale, Leonie Marshall, Livvie Allen, Mitchell Cowan and Lexi Nelson). Both teams produced some amazing riding, resulting in fantastic results, a club spokesperson says. “The team spirit and competitiveness were high. cheering team members on, helping each other and devising strategies among themselves. “It all paid off with our Prancer Enhancers coming a very close second overall

to Waimea Pony Club, and Festive Freaks finishing fourth overall,” they say. Not only did Blenheim Pony Club have great team results, they also had some fantastic individual results: • Isabella Grigg taking the club’s top score overall for the 80cm. • Lily Plunkett one point behind top score for second overall in the 95cm. • Livvie Allen fourth overall in the 80cm. • Mitchell Cowan also a very close second overall in the 65cm. • Myer Henderson sixth overall in a large 65cm class.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

Steady the ship needed with India series The Indian cricket tour of New Zealand which begins on Friday looms as an important one for senior members of the Black Caps. After the humiliation that occurred on Australian soil over the Christmas period, it’s a key series for several senior members plus relatively new coach Gary Stead. The Black Caps, ranked two in the world, were blown to smithereens by the Aussies who ruthlessly

exposed the lack of depth which has always been an issue. While Kane Williamson’s men would have loved an easy home series against Sri Lanka, Bangladesh or South Africa, they have to deal with a hungry Indian team with arguably the best pace attack they have ever had. The Black Caps look like a team who have peaked, much like the All Blacks last year, they are asking

the same names to do a bulk of the work to set up victories. Australia proved when Williamson, Ross Taylor, Tom Latham and Trent Boult are unable to produce world class performances, the supporting cast struggles to step up. It is also a big series for Stead, who is in the tricky spot of piloting the end of this golden era of Kiwi cricket while also ushering in the next generation.

Sadly for Stead it appears the cupboard is relatively empty. There is a need to find a second opening batsmen, two dependable top-order batsmen, a spinner who actually poses a wicket-taking threat and a quick bowler who can bowl with pace but also stay on the field. That is a large number of holes to fill in the coming year or two. There have also been rumblings

over whether Williamson’s batting is suffering because of the captaincy duties. I think those whispers are unfounded but a poor home series against India would pile the pressure on Stead and his captain. This series must give the team and certain individuals some confidence back, if it does not, the tough times could only just be beginning for the sport in New Zealand.

Coast to Coast is Logan’s next challenge By student reporter Frances Chin

In the coming weeks, 17-year-old Marlborough Boys’ College prefect Logan Lowther will participate in the Coast-to-Coast, New Zealand’s iconic multi-sport event. Taking place over two days on February 7-8, Coast-to-Coast contestants will cycle, run, and kayak from the West Coast of New Zealand to the East. It is an incredible feat of athleticism, especially for someone as young as Logan. What influenced Logan to take part in such a massive event? “I’ve watched The Coast to Coast since I was a kid,” Logan says. As he got older, his interest grew. “Three to four years ago, I thought, I could actually do it,” he says. “Then last year I made the decision that in 2020 I would.” For the last 75 days and through his summer holidays, Logan has been training up to six hours a day, six days a week. Logan, being an avid diver and hockey player, was already fit before he started training, which he says “made things easier.” He currently trains outdoors with a mixture of hill and river bed running. He says he knows several past Coast-to-Coast contestants who have all have warned him about the same thing; to practice running on a river bed before the race. “Otherwise it’s easy to sprain

your ankle,” he says. For Logan it will be the kayaking that’s the biggest obstacle for him. “It’s natural for everyone to know how to run and cycle, but not kayak,” he says. However local enthusiasts have been giving him a hand. “The most support I’ve had is from the Marlborough Paddlers,” Logan says. “The whole lot of them have been really supportive.” Logan practices kayaking in the Wairau River on a surf-ski. He will be using a multi-sport boat during the race, as it is light and made for shallow water. Because of the difficulty in navigating multiple water channels, Logan wants to practice in as many braided rivers as he can before the race. “It’s challenging to pick which side to go down.” As he has only run the Woodbourne half-marathon before, Logan is understandably nervous. However, he is confident in his training. Asked what he thinks will be the most difficult part? “Getting up on the second morning after running through the Southern Alps.” However, Logan has the support of his family, who will be coming with him to the West Coast before the event. Well, most of them. “Mum and dad are really supportive, but my sister thinks I’m crazy.”

Logan Lowther has been training for his first Coast to Coast multisport race on February 7-8.

Conditions looking good for Sunday’s sea swim This Sunday will see the popular Hipkins Cup sea swim event take place once again; with swimmers taking to the water at Rarangi Beach and finish at Whites Bay. The swim is hosted by the Rarangi Surf Lifesaving Club and each swimmer covers around

2.5-3km. The very first Hipkins Cup event was held at Picton on January 24, 1960, according to information supplied by local man, Clark Hendry. Clark was there that day, competing alongside 14 other swim-

mers but failed to finish due to muscle cramp. Winning the event that day were Dennis Clarkson followed by Lyn Anderson in second and Merran McNabb of Nelson. The youngest competitor was aged 12-years. Reports at the time say up to 500

people specators watch the event which took place at Mabel Island, and experienced ‘poor’ weather conditions on the day. To enter into the 2020 Hipkins Cup event, the entry fee for the swim is $10 per competitor and those under the age of 16-years

are required to be signed in by an adult. Regist rations open f rom 11.15am with a race briefing following at 11.50am, ready for the start at 12noon. Following the completion of the race there will be a prizegiving and BBQ.

Friday January 24, 2020

The Sun