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Wine, food, fun! By Aimee O’Hagan

Men and women from around Marlborough, the rest of New Zealand, and even places as far away as Amsterdam got dressed up to the nines on Saturday for an exciting day of wonderful wine, flavoursome food, and plenty of entertainment. There were approximately 7,000 of these guests, all of whom gathered at Blenheim’s Brancott Vineyard to enjoy this year’s Marlborough Wine and Food Festival. Despite the sunny weather turning a little colder towards the end of the day, feedback from attendees was nothing but favourable. “The festival went really well,” says Wine Marlborough events manager, Loren Coffey. “It was a fantastic day out.” Continued on page 2. Blenheim locals, Ben Parsons and Libby Holdaway, enjoying Marlborough Wine and Food Festival 2020.

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Many groups of friends came to this year's Marlborough Wine and Food Festival dressed in matching outfits. From left: Jeremy Dutt, Kirsty Dutt, Olivia Hardaker, Daniel Hooper, Rebecca Martin, Cameron Beal, Emily Dutt, Malcolm Mitchell, Amy Phillips, and Daniel Bell.

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Popular festival a success once again Continued from page 1. The event’s entertainment line-up proved incredibly popular, with nationally renowned bands (such as Katchafire and The Feelers) and local talent (including Jocee Tuck and Eden Kavanagh) taking to the two stages on site throughout the day. According to Loren, there was a

lot of effort put into the culinary pavillion this year, with accomplished chefs Nick Honeyman, Bradley Hornby, and Peter Gordon visiting to show off their cooking talents. “So far we’ve only had positive comments from exhibitors, guests, and punters,” she says. Two of these happy festival goers

were Ben Parsons and Libby Holdaway, who both say that this was their second time attending the event. “Wine and Food Fest was heaps of fun,” Libby says. “Blenheim is super small so it was cool bumping into so many people we knew and doing tastings from wineries that we regularly drive

past.” “Overall, it was a really great day,” Loren says. Organisers hope next year’s Marlborough Wine and Food Festival will be just as successful. For more photos from the event, see The Sun’s Out and About section on page 14.

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It has been a week since a fire took hold in the Forum Building in Blenheim’s CBD, and while it’s caused damage to a number of the businesses and power outages to others, it’s the outpouring of support from the wider community which has had the greatest effect. The Forum Building is owned by Toni and Terry Gillan and has 12 tenants. Toni spoke with the Sun yesterday and says two independent fire investigators, including one from Wellington, have been through and so far have not pinpointed what caused the fire. “It’s no fault of anyone; it’s simply an electrical fire that broke out in the storeroom of CBD Café. What I will say is that the Fire and Emergency people have been absolutely amazing from when they first responded through to the investigation. They’re incredible people,” she says. Since the fire Toni and her husband say the support from the community has been amazing. “Everybody is like us, they can’t believe it,” she says. “It may look small but it’s a huge event for us. We are just boxing on and doing our best to support our tenants. “At the end of the day it takes time but there’s incredible comradery being shown. Going forward it’s about the spirit of the community, so my message

is to please remember to support these affected businesses,” she says. The businesses which suffered fire and smoke damage are now working towards finding short term premises so that they can get back up and running. The CBD Café’s storeroom was where the fire originated. Owners Mike and Tania Godsall say the damage is “extensive” and will be closed for the “foreseeable future”. “The storeroom is a write off and the rest has extensive smoke and water damage. “We do want to try and get up and going asap and are looking at the option of a pop-up café,” they say. “We are humbled by the huge support we are receiving, even from people we’ve never met before. But like a phoenix we will rise bigger and better.” Upstairs, Allure Hair Studio suffered smoke damage. Owners Karen and Joe Maxted say they are trying to make the best of a bad situation and have found temporary space at Hair By Kardos, on Maxwell Road. “It was the smoke that got us,” Karen says. “It looks like it went through the vents and heat pumps. We’re busy packing up what we can and the whole team will be working out of Hair By Kardos from the 17th… we’re very lucky.” Next door at Dolce Bar & Restaurant, owner, Owen Rarity, says he’s focusing on supporting his staff until the business

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Businesses in The Forum building are either closed from fire and smoke damaged, or without power until it can be restored in the coming days.

can get up and running again. “My intention is not to be out of action too long,” he says. “But the building owners have been very good and want to see tenants back to normal as soon as possible. Repairs are still being assessed and like everyone else, we’re itching to get back to business,” he says. The Cancer Society rooms suffered extensive damage, a blow to the team which only recently saw their office renovations completed.

“We are still reeling… it’s heartwrenching, but we hope to update everyone soon,” centre manager Felicity Spencer says. “We are now looking for a short term solution where we can get set up again, but until then we want people who are needing cancer support to know they can get this from their GP or by phoning 0800 CANCER. This number is answered by support and information nurses,” she says.

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Community skin clinics The up-and-coming Skin Clinics will be held in Blenheim and Picton to promote awareness of skin health and are open to anyone, entry by donation. The Blenheim clinic will be February 28, 2-7pm at the Marlborough Convention Centre, and in Picton on March 4, 3-7pm at the Picton School Hall.

Blenheim CBD post service temporarily closed Paper Plus Blenheim had to temporarily close following the fire which took place in The Forum building last Wednesday night. Anyone wanting to use the NZ Post services are encouraged to visit the NZ Post in Springlands until the store reopens. Blenheim couple, John and Patsy Nelson (front), had an incredible experience last week when they met one of the world's greatest rock bands - Queen, along with front man, Adam Lambert.

Locals meet rock legends By Celeste Alexander

It was the experience of a lifetime for Blenheim couple, John and Patsy Nelson, last week when they were invited to meet and greet rock band Queen and Adam Lambert (who has been fronting Queen for nearly 10 years). John and Patsy, who have lived in Blenheim for nine years, were all geared up to go to the concert in Wellington as part of Queen’s Rhapsody Tour, but never expected this welcome surprise. John, who is one half of New Zealand band, Late Model European, incidentally released their own album, It’s Time! Luckily John was able to “pull a few strings” with the promoter to make the meet and greet with

Queen happen. “It was such an honour for Patsy and I to share a moment with these rock legends, especially shaking hands with Brian May who has created some of the most memorable guitar riffs and solos ever,” John says. For John, Queen has been a big influence on his musical journey over the years. “Brian was a guitar hero for me growing up and learning guitar way back in the 70s,” he says. Asked how the band members were in real life, away from the stage and adoring crowds, John says “really down to earth”. “They welcomed us with open arms and were very relaxed and responsive to what we said to them. I only wish we could have

had longer. “We spoke of past concerts we had been at including Freddie’s last gig at Knebworth in 1986, and Patsy and I wished Adam, Roger and Brian well on the tour. We also spoke to Adam about his new solo album ‘Velvet’. “They were really down to earth but it all went too quickly,” he says. With his own fond memories of Queen’s legendary frontman, Freddie Mercury, John was asked how well Adam Lambert performed in his place. “In my opinion, and in fact Brian and Roger agreed, there is no one that can sing like Adam Lambert! He is not there to be like Freddie as there will never be another one like him, but Adam puts his own stamp on the songs.

“You can see the joy in Brian and Roger’s faces as Adam smashes out the songs. They called him ‘the gift from God’. “I’ve seen Freddie’s last show in 86 and it is such an amazing thing that they can still put on the most incredible show with Adam,” he says. Asked which were their favourite Queen hits; Patsy says hers is ‘Love Of My Life’, while John’s is ‘Who Wants To Live Forever’, both of which were performed during the concert, much to their delight. According to the couple, the band was enjoying their time in NZ, and first time in Wellington, before heading to Australia where they will headline the Bush Fire Benefit concert next Sunday.

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New award for local icon By Frances Chin

A special announcement made during last week’s Te Pātaka o Wairau Maori Night Market has seen Te Kahu-maria-nataku-tai-o-moana (Nan) Chadwick honoured with the Local Legend award. For over four decades, Nan has given so much to the people of the Wairau. She has W h e n o n ly t h e b e s t W i l l d o !

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Kahu-maria-nataku-tai-o-moana Chadwick (Nan) pictured after receiving the Te Pataka o Wairau Local Legends award last Wednesday.

Cowpat sparks fire hazard By Frances Chin

As summer finally begins to heat up, it becomes more and more important to be aware of potential fire hazards. Federated Farmers urges all rural residents to be careful that they don’t spark a blaze. An overlooked fire risk is cowpat sticking to the exhaust of a tractor or other vehicles. “It sticks on there, dries, heats and starts smouldering,” a Federated Farmers spokesperson says. “If that falls into dry grass it can set off flames.”

Another risk is mowing dry grass. Earlier fires in the Marlborough region were thought to have been caused by a stone getting caught between the blades of a mower and causing a spark. “In the current conditions, farmers and others should think very carefully about whether it’s safe to do mowing or topping or any other activity that could cause sparks.” In extremely hot weather powerlines can “sag” and brush foliage underneath. Powerlines can also touch each other in the wind, causing sparks.

In Marlborough, the risk of fire is ever present. On Monday Fire and Emergency services were alerted to a fire on Taylor Pass Road. It is u n k now n what caused the blaze, but it is thought to have started in grass and then spread to surrounding pine trees. Federated Farmers urges all farmers to take precautions. Practices such as bringing a fire extinguisher on farm excursions, or filling empty spray tanks with water could be the difference between a small fire and an uncontrollable blaze.

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Market brings hundreds to town Blenheim’s CBD was humming with activity last Friday as the annual Wine and Food Festival Market brought hundreds of people to the town’s centre where numerous stalls were set up selling a variety of wares. This event led into Saturday’s Wine and Food Festival.

RIGHT: Possibly the youngest stall holders on the day were Charlotte Stewart (7) with her suncatchers, Emily White (5) with homemade dolls clothing, and Aimee Stewart (9) with her beads.

ABOVE: Lesley Knight was all smiles at the market where she was selling her handmade wares. RIGHT: The mouthwatering aroma of caramalised nuts wafted from the stall belonging to Iain Escott, 'The Nutman'.

Blenheim Summer Concert proves popular Sunday afternoon’s sunny weather made for ideal conditions for the Blenheim Summer Concert, which saw hundreds of locals gather at Pollard Park to enjoy a picnic dinner and an evening of live music and entertainment, including performances by The Hummingbirds, the Marlborough District Brass Band, musician

Midge McCleary, and others. While adults watched the performances taking place on stage, children played on the nearby playground and climbing frame. Multiple food vendors were set up on site to keep those who went along happy and refreshed. Photos by Aimee O’Hagan.

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A decade to remember I think of the decade from 2010 to 2020 as the decade of the frog. This choice has nothing to do with frog numbers. I selected this decade as the year of the frog because of one of its characteristics. Its nervous system can detect a rapid change in temperature but no absolute temperature. So if a frog is put in a pot of water that is heated very slowly it won’t know anything is wrong. There’s no rapid change in temperature so it believes everything is fine. Eventually the heated water

will kill the frog without the frog knowing why it died. How could it? No one warned it of the danger. During this last decade climate scientists have been warning us of slowly rising global temperatures – and the reasons for it. But we haven’t noticed anything very significant. In any case if we responded to the scientists’ warnings it would affect our lifestyle. It’s better to stay in the pot and continue to worship our most ubiquitous God called Money.

Money is an unseen force with an invisible hand that orders human activity. Hallowed is his name. His Will will be done on Earth. He won’t lead us into the temptation of listening to climate scientists. He will deliver us from the effects of global warming. His is the power and the Glory forever and ever. And should we ever doubt; a loan against the future’s market is always available. By Peter Thomas (this letter has been abridged)

Don’t be a burglary victim By Community Constable Russ Smith

In recent weeks local police have spent considerable time and effort investigating several dozen burglaries that have been reported over recent months. As a result, two men, a 26-yearold and a 39-year-old, both residing locally, were arrested on different dates recently, both remanded in custody and both now face close to twenty charges each. While a number of the burglaries alleged to have been committed

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by these men were at commercial premises and entry to these places was forced, the vast majority of the residential burglaries they allegedly committed to homes, garages and sheds in suburban and rural settings, were easy pickings for them as the buildings were often left insecure or unlocked. While for the time-being, the volume of burglaries has decreased in Marlborough, it will only take another active dishonest individual or two to victimize another large group of locals. Whether you are a business

owner or a residential householder, Police would like you to take a good look at how you protect your property. Business owners need to make sure their premises are well secured after-hours and that attractive or valuable items are either locked away or hard to steal because of an effective security system. Spending money on good security, including a good alarm system, lighting, and a professional safe that is secured effectively to the floor and/or wall, will save you a great deal of expense and

grief should burglars target your business. Your home and all the garages, sheds and buildings on your property should always be locked securely when you’re not there, even for short periods. Leaving valuables like a mower or power tools insecure or leaving windows ajar (even on stays) can tempt a dishonest passer-by onto your property. Almost all local residential burglaries occur when doors or windows are left insecure by absent occupants.

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Steampunk creativity on show By Frances Chin

Last Thursday, on Marlborough Heritage Day, contestants showed their creativity during the Marlborough Museum’s Steampunk Competition. Contestants showed off their Victorian costumes with an industrial twist, wearing corsets and bustles, and brandishing lace umbrellas. Posters displayed goggles and cogs galore, and steampunk models were on display to be ogled at.

The winners of the costume competition were: Laila Buunk, Henry Buunk, and Melissa Neal. “We were really pleased,” Marlborough Museum’s Executive Director Steve Austin says. “It was great to see steampunk capturing everyone’s imagination and inspiring them to get involved. “It really appeals to all ages. We were delighted.” The steampunk exhibition will be available all week.

Melissa Neal wearing the winning steampunk costume for the over-18s age category, designed by her neighbour Steampunk winners of their costume age categories are Linda Simpson. siblings; Laila (3) and Henry (10) Buunk.

Be alert when on the road Summer is peak motorcycle season in New Zealand, and with plenty of motorcycle events being held around the country, it’s important to be prepared before hopping on your bike, says long time motorcyclist and motorcycle safety advocate John Laing. John has been riding motorcycles for more than 45 years, but racking up the kilometers hasn’t

made him complacent. When it comes to his personal safety on his motorcycle, he is as vigilant as when he was learning to ride. “Before getting on your bike, always make sure you’ve got the right gear on - gloves, helmet, jacket and pants with padding in all the right places,” John says. “Always check your tyre tread

and pressure. There’s only a piece of rubber the size of your palm keeping you on the road, so tyres are absolutely critical for your stability, safety and performance.” Motorcyclists travelling long distances need to be aware of their abilities and not push themselves too far, he says. “If you’ve got a big ride, make sure you get a good sleep and

don’t plan to ride further than you’re able. “People riding as a group should ride only as far as their least experienced rider. You need to be fit for motorcycling and it takes time to build up your stamina for riding.” As well as maintaining physical fitness, motorcyclists need to keep their wits about them, he

says. “Always be alert and take care - not just of other traffic, but the road surface and the fact that other road users don’t always see you as well. “Develop strategies to keep yourself safe. Learn to recognise potentially dangerous situations and be prepared to slow down or pull over,” he says.

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Simon Olliver brings his talents back to Blenheim The Marlborough Boys’ College ‘old boy’ is now 31 and keen to bring his experience and skills as an orthodontist back to where he grew up. He talks to Sun reporter Jacob Page about returning home, his second stint at university and his new perspective on life in Marlborough. As many teenagers who finish their school years in Marlborough, Simon Olliver could not wait to leave and blaze his own trail. Like many before and no doubt many will after him, he is now delighted to be home. “It’s really nice to be back, it always feels like home, a number of my friends are coming back, the weather is great plus it’s nice to be back closer to my parents. “When I was going to school all I wanted to do was go away and study and travel overseas but now that I’m older, the priorities have changed and I think Blenheim is a pretty great place to live.” His parents, Peter and Jenny Olliver, have taught generations of the region’s teenagers during their time at Marlborough Boys’ College. Not that their classrooms were graced with Simon’s presence all that often.

“When I do a task I have to do it to the best of my ability.” It was the prospect of being in his parents’ respective English and History classes which had an impact on his choice of subjects. “I wanted to avoid being in Mum or Dad’s classes at school so I had to do sciences.

“After leaving Marlborough Boys’ a mate of mine and I went to Otago University and decided dentistry would be a good profession. “I graduated in 2012 and went to Auckland to work as a Dental House Surgeon at Middlemore Hospital followed by three years as a general dentist in the Bay of Plenty.” During that time Simon sat and passed his Fellowship examinations with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in Sydney. Simon says it was his time in Tauranga that made him really see that orthodontics was a way his skills could have a positive impact on people. “I observed a local orthodontist one day and realised it was a good specialty because it’s a positive experience for patients, both young and old. “You give them their smile which gives them confidence during their teenage years and beyond. Having successfully completed his full time three year postgraduate doctorate in orthodontics, Simon felt it was time to return home as a proud Marlburian. “I’m pretty excited to return to Marlborough and bring these skills back to my community”. He is the first from Marlborough to graduate as an orthodontist and will be the first fulltime orthodontic or dental specialist based locally in Blenheim. “I think locals can relate to someone who has worked hard and achieved their goals.”

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Simon says he has always had a thirst for knowledge and a desire to apply himself to his study and work to the best of his ability. “I never want to be average and I’m a bit of a perfectionist,” he says. “When I do a task I have to do it to the best of my ability. “So when I realised I could be really good at one aspect of dentistry I found that very appealing.” Simon will also travel to Hutt Valley Hospital to treat children born with cleft lip and palate as well as craniofacial anomalies, but the vast majority of his time

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On February 22, 25 brave Marlburians will be singing Tom Petty’s ‘Free Fallin’’ as they jump 9,000ft from a plane. They’re all taking part in Drop for Youth Marlborough – an initiative which will see participants go skydiving in order to raise money for local organisation, Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough. Those joining in include representatives from the aquaculture industry and multiple Marlborough wineries, teachers from schools around the region, a reporter, a funeral director, real estate agents, and many others. Also taking part will be Marlborough Girls’ College principal, Mary-Jeanne Lynch, and twin sisters and former MGC students, Sophie and Hannah Whittall (‘Team Double Trouble’). The three jumpers are currently “working together” to get their fundraising tallies up to the $1000 required to do the drop. “This is a great opportunity [to collaborate with Mary-Jeanne] because we’ve just left school and our relationship with MGC is still strong,” Hannah says. “What better way to promote the cause?” When asked about why they’re participating in Drop for Youth, all

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Marlborough’s biggest annual event was once again held last weekend, which saw thousands of locals and out-of-towners gather at Brancott Vineyard to taste some of the region’s best wine and food or simply to enjoy a fun-filled day out.

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It was all smiles for Jeremey Mackenzie and Emma Cox at the Saturday event.

Kieran Moes (left), Ryan Patrick, and Max Kirtley relaxing in the shade at Saturday’s Marlborough Wine and Food Festival.

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January 29,hLadies 5th Summer Stableford: 0-35 Bernice Arnold 37, Sue Duckworth 35, on c/b Lorraine Graves 35, 36+ Margaret Hamilton 46, NTP 9/18 Lorraine Graves. January 30, Par: Alan Wilson +11, Duncan Cassidy +5, Clive Drummond +3, Don Lamond +2, Alby Atkinson +2, Desz Campbell +2, John Anderson+2, Graham Kerrigan +1, Don March +1, Theo Russell+1 0 Holes Brian Lawless 19 c/b Roy Lilley 19, Leo McKendry 18 Paddy Norton 18. January 31, Twilight: Warren Ingram 22, Shirley Godsiff 22, Jesse Miller 21, Paddy Couchman 21, James Brunel 20, Ian Hatcher 20, Trent Davies 20, Dave Watson 20, Bernice Arnold 19. February 1, Monthly medal: Gross Mike McDonald 63, Ian Clark 67 c/b Paddy Couchman 67 c/b Brian Yarrall 67, Dave Warson 68 , Mike McConnell 68, Trent Davies 69, Brian Brown 69, Roy Lilley 69. Nett, Mile McDonald 70, NTP 6/15

YORK, Robin William Francis: Passed away after a short illness on Wednesday February 5, 2020, at Wairau Hospital. In his 70th year. Dearly loved husband of Pat, much loved dad of Karleen and Samara, father-in-law of Tim. Grandad and great grandad of Ashley, Rochelle, Lucy, Ryan, Mason and Roman. Loved by his wider family. Messages may be sent to 41A Nelson Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411 Blenheim 7240. A celebration of Robin’s life was held on Tuesday February 11. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

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Robertson 36. Ladies: Wendy Moffat 39, Marilyn Smith 35. February 9, Men, Stroke; Ladies - American Stableford: Men – Alan Ryder 65, Ben Holden 68, Tony Nichol 70, Ezra Kahaki 71, Owen Gibbs 71, Brian Gill 72. Ladies – Kathy Payne 58, Lynn Naysmith 58, Tracy Bary 57. Coming Events Thursday – Hidden Holes – 9.15am start Saturday – 15 February 2020 – Rarangi Visit to Marlborough 11.30am start Sunday 16 February 2020 – Opening Day Mixed Combined Stableford – 11am start.

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Veteran Woodley wins Pukekohe Classic Local veteran Motorcycle racer Jock Woodley competed last weekend at the 41st Annual Pukekohe Classic run by the NZ Classic Race Register club, and came away on top in his class. Jock and the owner/mechanic (Lester Ferdinand) of the 1980 Yamaha TZ350 Grand Prix bike that Jack races, went to the meeting with a fair level of excitement as they have spent some time getting to understand suspension, and getting this bike to handle well. On the Friday prior to the meeting they attended a track test day to try and get a heads up on what was required from the bike to be competitive. “We had five practice/test runs of 15 minutes each, it was very hot, and between each test discussed the bikes behaviour and what options we had, made adjustments and then out for the next test. From the first run out on Friday to the best lap of the weekend was close to a six second gain. We were chuffed,” Jock says.

Qualifying was Saturday morning and out Jock went in the usual mixed class of Pre 1982 Junior, (Jock’s class) in with the big bikes of Pre 1989 Formula 2 and 3; so he was riding amongst big, fast company. Woodley qualified 8th overall on the 350 and 1st in class with the next pre 82 Junior on grid number 16 with about 30 bikes on the grid all up. Due to a power failure in a line of pit garages effecting part of his group, Jock was set to race five races all on the Sunday in order to complete the whole race programme. After a blistering start in race one on Saturday, and running close to the bigger 600cc and 750 bikes at the front of the field Jock was disappointed that the race was stopped. Sunday’s race programme was interesting with a change to the race order to give riders all the points races in one day. “All in all I did those five races on the Sunday and managed to take five wins in the class while

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Marlborough Harriers Summer Runners, February 13 at the Taylor River, Monro Street entrance. There is no organising committee this year, generally an informal run with route decided with those present and an occasional pre-planned route or relay. All meet at 5.45pm for a 6pm start. Everyone is welcome to participate. For further enquiries contact Allister Leach 021 159 0678 or website www.harriers. net.nz or Marlborough Harrier Club facebook page.

Picton Golf results February 1: Aaron Wilson 65nett, Grant Aikman 67, Mike Ashworth 68, Ian Molloy 68. February 6: Bill Rainbird 44, Ron Jones42, Mike Ashworth 38, Ron Peters 38, Andrew Sunley 36, Ian Johnson 36, Jeff Pascoe 35. February 7: 9Hole Scrambled Eggs, Heather Smith, Joan Gabara 22, Beth Arnold-Johnson, Lyn Pawson 18; Joyce McClelland, Margaret Ffrisken, Lynette Pearce. 16.

Jock Woodley powers onto the back straight at Pukekohe. Photo supplied by Terry Stevenson.

running in the top 8 overall on track. “Aside from incredible racing, a personal best time for me on that circuit, five wins in class, I was treated to a very special first equal place winning the ‘Patrons Trophy’ with my friend Dennis Charlett; awarded for ‘best performance for the week-end’. Dennis raced the Bathurst Replica Roger Freeth McIntosh Suzuki 1200. “We came away elated at the

suspension tuning success and the way the bike performed, feeling very confident about the possibilities for our next race season which we hope to include the Greymouth Street-races on Labour week-end and the ‘Motofest’ New Zealand Nationals meeting at Hampton Downs next year. We may be talked into going to Phillip Island Australia next year for the International Classic also, but we’ll see,” Jock says.

Marlborough Golf results February 5, Diana Pye Stableford: Elaine Porter 39; Sue Lissaman 38; Jo Grigg 38; Marie Grant 37, Lesley Corbett 37, Lyndy Larkin 36, Francie Shagin 35, Anne Preston 35. February 6, Waitangi Day Stableford: Women Div.1 - Marilyn Keenan 35, June Maslin 30. Div.2: Tina Marfell 42, Francie Shagin 38, Elaine Porter 37. Men Div.1: Allan Parker 44, Tracy Goss 38, Scott Allen 38, Yuichi Ando 38, Jock Glennie 38, Paul Eden 37, Bruce Dunphey 36, Andrew Stowell 36, Denis Tocker 35, Pete Marfell 35, Hans Fischer 35, Jon Nicol 35, Bruce Snowden 35. Div.2: Graeme Parker 39, Terry Shagin 39, Robert Hille 39, Graeme Glackin 39, Gary Duke 39, Tony Yardley 39, Brian Chippendale 38, John Davis 38, Ravi Johl 38, Hans Blohm 38, Terry Loomis 37, Dave Knappstein 36, Matt Croad 36. February 8, Women’s Stableford Div.1: Julie Nicolle 35, June Maslin 34, Pru Jensen 34. Div.2: Elaine Porter 42, Lyndy Larkin 38, Cherry Wilson 37, Mary Ann Jacobson 35, Anne Preston 35. Men’s Stableford Div.1: Mike MacLeod 41, Alan Yemm 40, Bede O’Malley 39, Jon Nicol 39, Bruce Snowden 38, David Searle 37, Jock Glennie 37, Yuichi Ando 37, Chris Dewet 36, Bruce Dunphey 36. Div.2: Larry Kells 39, Tony Armstrong 38, Dave Knappstein 38, Jeff Clarke 38, Graeme Glackin 37, Glenn Kirkwood 36, Colin Marsden 36, Bill Linklater 36, Terry Loomis 36.

Saddle up for SI Show Jumping Champs By Aimee O’Hagan

Looking for a worthwhile way to spend the upcoming weekend? Why don’t you head to the Marlborough Equestrian Park on Saturday and Sunday to watch the South Island Show Jumping Championships? It’s the first time in 20 years that the event – which is set to see approximately 240 horses and 170 riders from around New Zealand take part – is being held in the region. “We haven’t held it in Marlborough for a long time so there’s been a lot of effort put into it,” says Marlborough Show Jumping committee member, Ross Bisset. “The grounds are looking sensational.” There will be plenty going on for

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spectators to see, with the venue boasting three show jumping rings and one show hunter ring. According to Ross, there are about 30 locals participating – including some national level contestants. “There will be some of the best horses and the best riders from around the North Island and South Island competing at the champs,” he says. Although the event will be continuing all weekend long, Sunday afternoon is when the elite of the elite will be attempting to master the most impressive of jumps. “We’ve got horses jumping at olympic heights of 1.6m – there’s nowhere to hide at those sorts of heights!” Ross exclaims. Entry is free for the public to go along and watch. Grandstand seat-

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History from the archives The Blenheim Sun Newspaper has teamed up with the Marlborough Museum archives department to provide a weekly snapshot of events, people and historic moments captured through the lens. Each week the Sun will feature a photograph with a caption about the person, place and time, as kindly provided by the Museum.

Pauline 'Susie' Bennett had been a pupil at St Mary's School, Blenheim. This photograph was taken in 1930 with her father, Dr. James Freeborn Bennett, after her first flight with a passenger. Dr Bennett was the Honorary Surgeon of the Marlborough Aero Club.

Sandcastles and digging for prizes this Sunday Do you have some winning ideas for sandcastles? Then come on down to Whites Bay for the More FM Beach day and show off your stuff! Taking place this Sunday, February 16, More FM Marlborough has arranged a number of competitions to get involved with; and of course, an amazing variety of prizes. There is the Peter Ray Holmes Sandcastle competition: perfect for anyone who takes playing in the sand seriously. Categories include: Originality, technical difficulty, and best sea creature. Registration opens at 10:30am and closes at 12:45pm, and everyone who competes is eligible to win a family weekend away at Hanmer Springs. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Argh me matey, there be buried treasure ahoy!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; For the MTF Blenheim Beach Dig, tags will be buried in an allocated beach area. If you find one you will win a prize, potentially up to $500! The dig starts at 1pm, and no spades allowed. There will also be a Little Beach Dig for under-fives. And finally, if you can throw like Valerie Adams, this one is for you. BP Computers have provided a brand new Bluetooth speaker, to be won by whoever throws a ball closest to the flag provided, starting at 11.45am. The Rarangi Surf Lifesavers will also be running a BBQ, and the Marlborough Cancer Society will be providing sunscreen for everyone to slip, slop, and slap with. For a fantastic day out with the whole family, head along to Whites Bay this Sunday.

Daniel Rarity with son Hunter in their fighter plane sandcastle, pictured at a previous More FM Beach Day event. Head along to this Sunday's event at Whites Bay and build a winning sandcastle and dig for some great prizes. File photo

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