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Council’s Assets and Services Committee has agreed to fund improvements to four playgrounds. Westwood Reserve, Ballinger Park and Mark Smith Reserve in Blenheim, plus Victoria Domain in Picton, are all in line for an upgrade. Following a request from locals, Ballinger Park is set to get a new flying fox, and at Mark Smith Reserve a new pathway will be constructed along its northern boundary to better connect to the Taylor River tracks.
The Westwood Reserve playground has been in the pipeline since the development of the subdivision in 2016. Over the past few months Council staff have been working with community representatives on a suitable playground design.
The new playground will feature a landslide platform, climbing wall, fireman’s pole and a timber-framed swing. The playground will also include a shade shelter, soft fall safety matting and seating made from existing concrete blocks.
In Picton, the Victoria Domain playground will be redeveloped so that it is more accessible to children of all needs. A basket swing and new safety matting will be installed.
Deputy Mayor Nadine Taylor, Chair of the Assets and Services Committee, says the funding for the upgrades was allocated at the Land Subdivision Account meeting in August last year and covers capital improvements.
“These upgrades are really great news for families and children across Marlborough and follow the opening of new playground facilities at Pollard Park, Renwick Domain and Mark Smith Reserve last year.”
The committee decision is subject to Council approval on February 27.
Mark Smith Reserve in Blenheim is one of four playgrounds which could soon receive upgrades.
Best mates looking for a home C l o o n e y a n d Zogg are best mates and are patiently awaiting a new home together.
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Two bachelors just hanging out together watching the world go by. It sounds like the beginning of a man-flick. Well, it kind of is; except the feline version.
The SPCA Marlborough centre is home to two male adult cats, Zogg and Clooney. They were rescues who are looking for a new home - together!
Centre manager, Donna Sologar, says the two are bonded and spend most of their time side-by-side. She would love to see them both find a new home and staff have been featuring them regularly on social media, to no avail.
“We just don’t know why noone has taken them home yet,”
she says. “They’re such lovely cats who just need a quiet home without any children so they can let their personalities come through.
“Zogg came from a not very nice situation where he was living with lots of other cats, so he gets anxio us when he’s not with cats. He’s made a lovely friend in Clooney and we would love to see them adopted together,” she says. Because centre staff want to see them adopted together, they’re offering a two-for-one adoption price. The adoption fee covers desexing, microchip, vaccination and flea/worming.
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Dianne John has turned her interest in birds into 18 years of encouraging their existence and growth with her actions at Ngakuta Bay. She talks to Sun reporter, Jacob Page about her interest becoming an obsession, what a Sunday drive did to enhance it, and why Ngakuta Bay is a place she never wants to leave.
”We moved to New Zealand in 1976, first to Palmerston North and then in 2001 we came to Marlborough.
Originally from Edinburgh, a job offer for her husband got them both to New Zealand.
“It was by luck that we came here as it wasn’t really on our radar but we thank our lucky stars that we did.”
After several months of renting, it was a Sunday drive which took Dianne’s life to Ngakuta Bay, about 10 minutes outside Picton.
“Seven months into renting in Blen heim we went for a Sunday drive and w e thought ’wow, wouldn’t it be nice to live here?’
“We wanted to buy so it worked out well.
“This is remote enough with Picton still accessible, yet we live surrounded by the bush and the beach and in the winter we have 45 to 50 permanent residents and even some of them are away.”
Dianne says she always had an interest in birds from a young age but it was never a hobby.
“I’d look at them in books or on the TV but it wasn’t until our kids were older that I started to take the odd photo.
“When we came to Marlborough we joined Forest and Bird and through that we joined what is now Birds New Zealand.
“That’s when my interest became a passion and if you ask my kids, my obsession.”
Dianne says she would love more urban people to get involved.
“There’s so much talk about sanc tuaries and forest trapping and, apart f rom Wellington, no area is making it an urban issue.
“There is an organisation called Squawk Squad, which is a crowd-fund ing group which raises money for s elf-resetting traps and your name is attached to a trap in a sanctuary and then people who fund it find out what that trap has caught while they are drinking their lattes and they can feel like they’ve done something to help. “I was involved in starting Picton Dawn Chorus and as a spin-off of that I thought I could do my own trapping.” After the Department of Conser vation and local iwi were happy, the t rapping expanded with the passion of others.
“From humble beginnings we have nine trap lines which is about 160 traps out and working. Dianne John
“I’ve always been aware of what is in my garden or around me when I’m walking but now it’s been other people who are noticing the amount of birds about,” she says.
“I used to get excited to see a juvenile bird and now that’s a regular occurrence and that’s down to the trapping.”
She says being able to help in a hands-on capacity, has enhanced her enjoyment.
“Through Birds New Zealand I’ve had several incredible expe riences. “ I had three summers, a month at a time, on the Chatham Islands helping the albatross form a new colony.
“I did the same with the Hutton’s shearwater at Kaikoura. “I’ve also been up to Great Barrier and Little Barrier Island working with the black petrel birds.”
It has not all been about birds though.
“I also worked with the Stephens Island frogs.
“I was a physio but I had a very understanding boss that allowed me to do the volunteer work.
“Some people go for holidays, but I’d rather be doing something.” Dianne says she gets no joy out of killing rats.
“I have to weigh up what I want and the tui and bellbirds win hands-down.
“It’s not the rats’ fault, we brought them here, but it’s not something I enjoy.”
Dianne admits even with her work, it remains an uphill battle to convince the masses.
“We must get more people to connect with the environment that we are all part of.
“Until society accepts that we are all connected, it will be a challenge to see mass change.”
Dianne says she has no interest in ever leaving Ngakuta Bay.
“I want to be taken out in a box, I never want to leave here and the kids say we can’t sell the house as they’d like it for a holiday home. “If everybody does their bit, we can make a predator free New Zealand.
“We have 12 people of our 45-strong community regularly checking traps and that’s great.
“The reward is that you get to hear and see the birds.”
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Friday evening was an exciting night for hundreds of Marlborough youth, who gathered at the Picton Foreshore to attend Beach Fest 2020.
The event, which is held annually by the Marlborough Youth Trust, offered multiple activities for the teens who came along: from live DJs and entertainment to food and drink vendors, to a volleyball tournament, inflatables, and even the chance to get their hair braided by a professional!
The aim of MYT, when planning Beach Fest, was to hold one last party before the youth return to college or university and once again get stuck into their studies.
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The Marlborough region welcomes 701 new entrants for the 2020 school year. The total number of students enrolled in primary and secondary schools will be 7,159.
After two years of industrial action, teachers have ensured that these new entrants will be entering an educational system that is different from past years. Part of this change is the intro duction of the Government Donation Scheme. U nder the Government Donation Scheme, $62.5 million in additional government funding will be funnelled into New Zealand schools. Schools that opt in to the scheme will be paid $150 per student, with this payment being supplied as a lump sum included in schools’ January 2020 Operational Funding Instalment. Education Minister Chris Hipkins welcomes new entrants, and hopes the government donations scheme will make things easier on the whole for both parents and staff with the upcoming academic year.
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EVENT: Renwick Summer Concert Kickstarting the Marlborough Summer Concert Series for 2020 was Renwick. Hundreds of people from around the town came along to enjoy entertainment, snacks from food and drink vendors around the venue, and heaps of other fun activities for adults and kids.
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MARFELL, Maurice Edward (Maurie): Trooper 37312; NZSAS 1955-1957. Passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2020. Aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen (nee Thurston). Loved father and father-in-law of Marita and Max, Dianne and Barrie, Bill and Rose, Linda and Rick, Wendy and Malcolm, and Edward and Lizzie. Adored grandfather of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will always remember you with smiles and love. Messages may be sent to 4a Nicoll Street, Blenheim 7201. A celebration of Maurie’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 5 Henry Street, Blenheim at 2.00pm on Wednesday, February 5, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.
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FERGUSSON, Allan Robert (Ferg): On 2 February, 2020 peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 70. Dearly loved son of the late Bill and Thea Fergusson. Much loved husband of Marg. A treasured father and father-in-law of Lynore and Murray, Janine and Brent, Blaine and Leanne; and much loved stepdad of Nikki and Pip. Adored grandad and great grandad of Jackson, Keegan, Shilah-May, Tahlea, Nathaniel, Georjah, Rueben, Jayden, Jasiah, Blaine Jr (BJ), Savannah, Connor and baby Isla. A very special friend to Sue and a lifelong friend (brother) of Robin May. Messages to 13 Macey Cresent, Blenheim 7201 or www. cloudybayfunerals.co.nz At Ferg’s request a private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service to celebrate Ferg’s life will be held at the Renwick Arms Country Club, 92 High St Renwick on Saturday 8 February at 2.00pm.
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Vintage Harvesters operates a modern fleet of harvesters and tractors throughout the Marlborough District. We are looking for experienced harvester and tractor drivers. You will need a minimum of a class 1 driver’s licence for tractor driving and a wheels endorsement for harvester driving. We anticipate work will commence approximately midMarch and finishing mid-April. Drivers must be available for extended hours and weekends.
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Whitehaven is a friendly, family-owned Marlborough winery, producing quality regional wine. Due to vineyard expansion an opportunity currently exists for the permanent role of Vineyard Supervisor. Reporting to the Vineyard Manager and working in occasionally with other Whitehaven staff, this role is hands-on, varied and often with just the radio for company. The successful applicant will be primarily responsible for executing a range of ground and tractor tasks and will be required to have multiple years’ experience in vineyards. Labour supervision, irrigation and trellis maintenance, ground keeping and general assistance as requested is also required. The successful applicant will have an ability to build rapport and trust around them, be able to self-start, show initiative and problem solve as they go. They will take pride in their work and enjoy being outdoors. Flexible work hours are by mutual agreement. Previous vineyard practical experience is essential (minimum of 8-10 years). A clean drivers licence, current First Aid and Growsafe certificates are required. A written application accompanied by a CV and references may be sent to: Senior Vineyard Manager Whitehaven Wine Company Ltd 39 Pauls Road RD 3 BLENHEIM 7273 Phone (03) 572 7588 info@whitehaven.co.nz
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We have positions available at our Havelock Plant for processing mussels and the dispatch of orders, which Involves forklift driving.
The successful candidate will have: • The ability to be able to work with minimal supervision • To be able to work 12 hour shifts - 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am • High regard for Health and Safety • Forklift drivers - Full class 1 driver licence with forklift experience Is preferred, but full training will be given to the right person Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
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The successful candidate will have: • The ability to be able to work with minimal supervision • To be able to work 12 hour shifts - 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • High regard for Health and Saftey • A full Class 1 driver licence - forklift experience preferred, however full training Is available Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
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Peter Blackmore volunteered his labour to build the new mountain bike cattle stop. He is pictured cutting the celebratory rope. Members from local mountain bike and tramping clubs held their own opening celebration of a new mountainbike cattle stop and pedestrian gate last week on the Mapp track, top of the Redwood Rise. Pictured are Alan Wilson (left) who helped with the construction and Linda Le Sueur of the Marlborough Tramping Club. Photos supplied.
Improved access to Mapp Track
A new mountain bike cattle stop and pedestrian gate were “officially” opened last Wednesday by Peter Blackmore from the Marlborough Mountain Bike Club, and Linda Le Sueur from the Marlborough Tramping Club.
The two had some fun while marking the occasion with the cutting of ribbon at the stop and the gate.
The structure is located at the top of Redwood Rise, providing improved access
to the popular walking track from Redwood Street to Mt Vernon, and the shared use Mapp Track heading to Dry Creek and Cobb Cottage Road.
It was built with volunteer labour by Peter, Kevin Wilson, with assistance from Alan Wilson, Justin Leov, Gordie Taylor, Ross Beech and Sheridan Contractors. The materials were supplied by the Marlborough District Council. The structure is part of a larger project by Mountain Bike Club members to add similar structures at selected gateways on the Mapp Track between Redwood Street and the exit onto Cobb Cottage Road.
Two pedestrian gates have already been installed with a third put in by a contractor.
The Mapp Track is seeing a steady increase in use by walkers, runners and mountain bikers, including a growing number of e-bikes.
FOREST OWNERS, CONTRACTORS AND MANAGERS Risk of fire continues to increase for Marlborough. All forest activity should be in accordance with Marlborough/Nelson Fire Prevention Guidelines for Forestry Operations.
• Carry out all activity in accordance with the colour code level • Caution is good – if in doubt STOP • Restrict or refuse all non-essential forest access • No smoking • No mowing, metal cutting/grinding or any hot work • Ensure equipment and machinery is clean and in good operating condition. Require fire extinguishers. • Take caution with re-fuelling • A water tanker or similar supply readily available • Start early, knock off early. Check your worksite for “smoke” before departure Be careful, sensible, SAFE – To report a fire dial 111 To check the season status in an area please visit www.checkitsalright.nz or call 0800 658 628.
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Marlborough Golf results
January 29, Diana Pye Stableford. Anne Preston 43; Denise Pickering 42; Marie Grant 41; Julie Smith 40; Ann Rutledge 40; Francie Shagin 40; Elaine Porter 39; Tessa Sutherland 39; Marion Tripe 38; Kath Elley 37; Lucy Jefferis 37; Louise Pearce 37.
January 31, Men’s stableford. Div.1 - Robin Whiting 43; Hans Blohm 40; Tony Yardley 39; Jock Glennie 39; Jon Nicol 38; Hans Fischer 37; Rick May 37. Div.2: Don Elley 41; John McIntosh 41; Tony Armstrong 41; Werner Pluss 39; Nevil Paterson 39; Colin Marsden 39; Scott Murray 39; Robert Hille 38; Graeme Parker 38.
February 1, Women’s net medal - Helen Lissaman 65; Francie Shagin 69; Elaine Porter 69; Annette Mason: Marilyn Keenan 71. Men’s Monthly Mug Gross: Paul Silke 73.
Net Medal Div.1: Andrew Stowell 67; William Harrison 68; Paul Silke 69; Bob Nicolle 70; Mike MacLeod 70; Geoffrey Sprot 72; Bede O’Malley 72; Peter Diack 72; Nick Robinson 73; Robin Whiting 73; Mark Watson 73. Div.2:Graeme Parker 69; Ravi Johl 70; Glenn Kirkwood 72; Jock Glennie 72; Alan Yemm 72; Rick May 74; Matt Croad 75; Gary Duke 75.
February 2, Tolerance Cup, Russian Roulette. A Stowell & L Stowell 99; M Skilton & T Skilton 85; D Turnbull & L Turnbull 81; M Tripe & T Tripe 80; C Armstrong & T Armstrong 79; D Elley & K Elley 77: P Jensen & H Blohm 74. By Celeste Alexander
The overcast conditions of Saturday evening provided just enough r elief from the 30+ degree heat for the large crowd which turned out for Eastern States Speedway meeting. The crowd knew it would be a good one with the top feature being the Broadbridge Transport South Island Modified Champs. But the excitement really took hold when the first rumbles of these V8 powered, winged monsters were felt through the ground beneath the crowd’s feet.
From Greymouth, Christchurch and Stratford, 10 drivers descended upon ESS for an insanely fast night of championship racing. It was a real treat for local speedway fans that don’t often get to see the Modifieds in action.
Two very excited ladies sitting be side me declared that the Modifieds were among their favourite of classes. Asked why one replied; “I love a nything that runs on methanol!” And just to prove how sharp the driver must be and how fast things can go south, Kevin Ban’s 49c had a collision on the first corner which threw him straight into the wall. Seemingly uninjured, Kevin was towed off for the race to continue. But it’s time like these that spec tators can get an understanding of h ow important roll cages and safety harnesses are, and how they can mean all the difference between a driver walking away or heading to the ambulance.
Another hairy moment was during race two when Atama Holland (48GM) and Stephen Sinclair (82c) made contact. But thanks to some quick thinking and expert handling they were able to avoid disaster and straighten up to continue racing.
By the end of the night it was Steve Thompson (54GM) who topped in points with two firsts and a fifth placing, becoming the new South Island champ followed by Stephen Sinclair (82c) and Ralph Godwin (99c).
Kicking off the night’s programme ‘Insanely fast’ racing from Modifieds was the Black Stag Build Group Modified Sprint & Mini Sprint Champs which was dominated ear ly by Christchurch driver, Kieran H arris. In second was Darryl Scott (8i) and third was Brent Hayston (29c).
What the local crowd might not have known is that we had Nigel Jackson (81c) and Brent Hayston (29c) who are actually locals but because ESS doesn’t run Mini Sprints, they races in Christchurch. The stockcars were another class which put on a show for the evening in the second round of the Stop Family Violence Stockcar Battle of the Vines. Returning to the track was Taylor Forbes who was out for a number of weeks due to a broken arm. Another driver being welcomed back was Jamie Boulton in the 851e car. This class saw a couple of spills but not so many hits during the night, but instead showcased more of their speed and handling.
In the first race the top three places were fought over by Tim Alexander (77e), Leighton Stanton (57e) and Scott Alexander (59e). The second of the races was won by Scott and the third by Jack Rarity (416e). The total points for the Battle of the Vines saw Tim sit in first place, Scott in second and Brandon Schumacher in third.
The Precision Tyre & Auto Street car Series second round produced t hree different winners from each of the races. Looking out over the field it looked like the battle between the mechanics with three local businesses sponsoring a number of cars, including Mag & Turbo Blenheim, Martin Motors and Precision Tyre & Auto.
This non-contact class can still leave a mark on the concrete wall, especially when drivers like Mark Taylor (74) go nose first in and limp off with a destroyed tyre. While Darryl Bunn (47) took the first win, the limelight was quickly stolen by Craig Chapman’s little white Honda Civic (23). For its size and being one of the smallest cars on the track, it put up a great little fight. Unfortunately it couldn’t keep up the pace for the rest of the night, losing the third and final race to Nelson’s Glen Squire (48n). With one more round to go, Darryl Bun is leading on points with 30, followed by Christine Chapman (61) on 29, and Matthew Vincent (17) on 28.
The one class which did take to the track with some tenacity were the Streetstocks. There was no flag chasing that night, but rather a night spent hitting, spinning and sitting on the brakes to hold up the cars behind them.
The two Anthony’s, Anthony Gane (4e) and Anthony Clark (48e), kicked the night off with a tussle over positions before (Gane) went on to chase down Sydney Briggs and spin him at the final corner to take the first race win.
In the final race Dale Johnson, or Wingy as many know him as, proved that having one arm doesn’t mean you can’t still win the race. To date this season Anthony Gane is leading the points followed closely by Sydney.
Next up on the Eastern States Speedway calendar is February 15 with the Streetstocks Pitcrew/ Sponsors Race, Stockcar Best Pairs and the Production Best Pairs. Blenheim's own Mini Sprint driver, Nigel Jackson. Nigel is registered to Christchurch due to there not being a Mini Sprint class at Eastern States Speedway. SpeedNut Photography
Andrew and Leanne Stowell who were the winners of the Tolerance Cup which was played on Sunday, pictured with their caddy, Briarly.
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