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According to the staff of Blenheim businesses, The Honey Collection and Designer Skincare NZ, who design and make their own soaps using natural ingredients, soap is proven to be more effective at killing bacteria than sanitiser. Continued page 2.

There’s one product that seems to have become the hero of the battle to slow the spread of COVID-19 – one that’s disappearing from supermarket shelves faster than you can say, ‘Coronavirus’ – and that’s hand sanitiser. ABOVE: The Honey Collection and Designer But while hand sanitiser has it’s benefits, the Skincare NZ retail manager, Emily Ridley, and humble bar of soap does too. CEO, Georgia Devlin.

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Simple soap best way to stop spread of virus Continued from page 1. “The way that soap works is that it lifts all the grease and the grime and washes it down the sink - not just the germs, but also the gunk that goes with it,” explains staff member, Libby Milner. “Hand sanitiser doesn’t do that; it just targets the germs.” The soap molecules are surfactants, which means one end of the molecule loves water and the other end loves fat. Some pathogens, including the Coronavirus, are wrapped in fatty membranes which means the soap can target the fatty bilayer of the virus, attach to it, dissolve it, and then destroy the virus entirely. Not only this, but the soap also

loosens the “glue” between human skin and the virus, and the “velcro-like interactions” that hold the fats, proteins, and acids inside the virus together. In fact, Australian scientist Palli Thordarson recently described soap as “a demolition team breaking down a building and taking all the bricks away.” Although washing your hands with soap has been deemed by these experts as the most effective way of destroying COVID-19, the main ingredient in sanitiser – alcohol – works well too. Unfortunately, however, a very high concentration of alcohol is needed to achieve the same effect as soap.

If soap and water are unavailable, using a hand sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol will do the job. Despite being big believers in getting rid of germs and bacteria using soap and water, the staff at the Honey Collection and Designer Skincare NZ know there has been an influx in buying hand sanitiser with the recent focus on COVID-19. “We saw the panic and we knew we could do something about it,” Georgia says. They decided to put their heads together and have created their own hand-sanitising formula – with premium grade alcohol and manuka oil, and without as many harsh chemicals – to use alongside their soaps. “We wanted to offer help to the community.”

If you’re sick of singing ‘Happy Birthday’ twice over while you wash your hands with soap and water, try singing these songs that also have roughly 20 second choruses: • Landslide (Fleetwood Mac) • Jolene (Dolly Parton) • Love On Top (Beyonce) • We Will Rock You (Queen), repeat three times • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star • Shape Of My Heart (Backstreet Boys) • Take On Me (A-ha) • Stayin’ Alive (Bee Gees)

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Upcoming production cancelled – for now By Aimee O’Hagan

For months, the cast and crew of Blenheim Musical Theatre’s production of ‘The King and I’ have been putting in hours of work to make the spectacularly colourful show come to life. However, it is with heavy hearts that the production team have made the grave decision to cancel the May 8 to 16 performances of the show; effectively doing their part “to help slow the spread of COVID-19”. As of right now, they don’t know what their plans are from here. “We took on board the ad-

vice we were issued by the Government, the Ministry of Health, and Musical Theatre New Zealand,” Blenheim Musical Theatre president, Mark Ham, says. “We have to look after the health of not only our BMT members, but the wider community as well. “It’s a decision we had to make rapidly, but it was not done lightly... These are unprecedented times. “It certainly wasn’t easy.” Despite the fact that the cast and crew are feeling “absolutely gutted”, the majority of the group have supported the choice. “Were they angry? Yes.

Were they upset? Yes. But they knew the decision had to be made,” Mark says. “They’ve invested so much – blood, sweat, and tears – into the production, and to have the rug taken out from under their feet is absolutely devastating.” Although the May performances of the show have been cancelled, Mark says that this does not mean that the production won’t be staged at all. “It’s a decision that will have to be constantly reviewed,” he explains. “We want the public to have the opportunity to [eventually] see ‘The King and I’ and Aria Bakker and Spencer Kingi were to play the lead roles of the [world-class] spectacle Anna Leonowens and King Mongkut in BMT's production of that it is.” The King and I. Photo by Graham Brooks.

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inbrief Winning ticket from New World Blenheim Someone in Marlborough will be feeling a little more cheerful than normal af ter winning a Second Division prize of $13,794 in Wednesday night’s Lotto draw. The winning ticket was purchased from New World Blenheim and was one of 12 winners.

Gatherings of 100 or more banned Ye s te r d ay a f te r n o o n t h e Government announced it is banning indoor gatherings of more than 100 people. It comes as the number of confirmed Coronavirus climbed to 28 by 4pm yesterday. The new advice does not apply to schools, universities, workplaces, supermarkets, or public transport. It applies immediately and has no set end-date. UFS Dispensary pharmacist, Chris Furness, holds Vitamin C and Buccaline Berna, two ways to boost your immunity against viral infection.

Masks, hand sanitiser: not only solution By Frances Chin

In the midst of a global COVID-19 pandemic, people are desperate to protect themselves and their loved ones. This has led to mass purchasing of vitamins, hand sanitisers, and masks; leaving the shelves of some supermarkets and pharmacies bare. “There has been an increase in people purchasing product to boost their immunity,” local UFS Dispensary pharmacist

Chris Fureness says. “That’s not a bad idea. There’s a massive interest in hand sanitiser and masks. [With hand sanitiser] people rush to buy it so it goes quickly.” Chris warns that hand sanitiser and masks are not as effective as people may believe. “I think it’s important that people realise that washing with soap and water is just as important. The hand sanitiser is antibacterial; it’s less effective

for protection from a virus. Soap has more antiviral properties.” “Masks have a lot of hype, but they’re not that effective at stopping the flu. If you have the flu, masks will stop you from spreading it. People shouldn’t panic too much if they’re sold out. They’re effective in the prevention of spreading only.” Above all Chris urges people to look after their health this winter, and to think before interacting with others.

“It comes down to common sense, and respecting people’s space, particularly if you have a cold. If you’re coughing and sneezing think twice before entering a public space.” “Pharmacies do vaccinations. Buccaline berna has been around for years, you could take it to immunise against viral infections.” “I recommend that people get vaccinated as well as taking Buccaline berna.”

Anzac services cancelled Marlborough RSA president, Chris Bamber, has confirmed that all Anzac Day services around Marlborough have been cancelled. “This is the right decision in light off the current global pandemic situation as we must protect our veterans and RSA members along with all our fellow New Zealanders. “We can still honour and remember the service and sacrifice of our servicemen and servicewomen, both past and present, on Anzac Day but just not in the form of a public commemorative event. “We will also be delaying our national ‘Poppy Day Appeal’ as we cannot place our RSA volunteers and collectors at potential risk in this current environment. “Hopefully we can organise another date for the RSA’s major annual fundraiser. “This is the first time since 1922, when it was first held, that it has had to be cancelled,” she says.

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Continued appeal for information one year after Jessica’s disappearance Yesterday marked one year since the disappearance of Marlborough woman Jessica Boyce. Jessica was last seen in Renwick on March 19, 2019, driving a red Holden Rodeo ute. The ute was located a few days later at the Lake Chalice car park in the Richmond Ranges. An intensive search was undertaken, but sadly Jessica was not located and in October 2019 Police announced they were treating her disappearance as a homicide. Six detectives are working on Operation Largo, the investigation

into Jessica’s disappearance. At times during the investigation they have been assisted by additional staff from the wider Tasman District, and Canterbury and Southern Districts, Senior Sergeant Ciaran Sloan, Area Investigations Manager says. “Our officers have established that a significant amount of misinformation has been received by police, in what appears to be a deliberate attempt to impede and frustrate the investigation into Jessica’s disappearance. “This includes the placement

of Jessica’s red Holden Rodeo ute in the Lake Chalice carpark, which we believe was put there to mislead the investigation team. “Police are also aware that several persons of interest have left the Marlborough area over the past year, possibly in the mistaken belief that this will help them avoid police attention. “Despite these obstacles, the investigation team is steadily working through and following up all information received. “We remain absolutely focused on resolving this case and provid-

ing answers for Jessica’s family and loved ones. “We are continuing to make progress and on March 9, 2020 Marlborough Police seized a black Mazda utility vehicle, which we believe is connected to Jessica’s disappearance,” he says. The vehicle is currently undergoing a forensic examination. Police continue to ask that anyone with information about Jessica’s disappearance – contact Marlborough Police on 03 578 5279 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Cancer Society finds temp base after fire By Celeste Alexander

It has been nearly two-months since a fire damaged The Forum Building in Blenheim. It caused extensive damage to the Cancer Society Marlborough’s rooms and forced staff to work remotely. However the staff are back up and running again in a temporary location not too far away, located beside Mango Restaurant and Bar on Maxwell Road. Walking into the office there’s a hint of familiarity with some loaned pictures from local photographer, Kevin Judd, adorning the walls. Kevin’s photographs have often been used in fundraising calendars and have provided a “sense of home”, centre manager Felicity Spencer says. The team has received “incredible” support since the fire, and they are thrilled to have a base to work from. “We are so grateful for the amazing offers of support,” she says. “We can take heart from the situation knowing so many people

care and want to help in some way. “It makes you feel so good knowing that.” The premises is now a welcoming space for patients, clients, volunteers and staff to call home, albeit temporarily, until repairs to The Forum building are complete. “It’s certainly been a hard time for all, especially those who had special memories and a connection to our Forum office as there have been a lot of emotions shared there over the years,” Felicity says. “We’re grateful that there was no personal loss and in our situation, we were lucky that we could work remotely for the short term. “But it has been a relief to get some new equipment, like a printer, since what we had was either fire or water damaged. “It’s the simple things that make us feel operational again. “Plus, we have missed that people interaction of patients and volunteers dropping in to see us. “It’s been wonderful to get that community Cancer Society Marlborough has found a home! Centre manager Felicity Spencer, long time connection back, and to be able to see so volunteer Barry Kirk, and support and information nurse Gina Saunders pictured outside of many smiling faces again,” she says. their temporary location on Maxwell Road.

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Stormwater network upgrade rolls on The first stage of work in Blenheim’s Town Branch Drain Upgrade and Muller Road Link (Part B) is now complete with the second stage, the installation of new stormwater culverts from Muller Road along and across Redwood Street, now underway. Contractors have been onsite since late November, carrying out preparatory work including the alteration of water and sewer pipes before the installation of the main stormwater culvert could begin. The second stage of the project involves the construction of an 80 metre buried stormwater culvert running south along

Redwood Street from Muller Road. The new concrete culvert will then head east across Redwood Street and be buried within the existing channel of the Town Branch Drain for about 70 metres. The Council would like to thank local residents and road users who travel along Redwood Street for their patience during the works. This is a significant section of Council’s infrastructure upgrade across Blenheim and delays will continue until early June when the project is completed. If possible residents should continue to avoid this section of Redwood Street to avoid congestion while the work continues.

New Opaoa River Bridge update Regular travellers over the old ‘banana’ bridge have witnessed the new bridge take shape and can now see the sweeping curve and architectural features on the concrete crash barriers, complementing the trusses on the old bridge. Work is progressing on the approaches too, with the southern approach retaining walls nearing completion. NZTA is asking for patience from drivers to allow the work to be managed safely. The safety of workers is paramount and they need safe space for the construction activities to occur. This will mean that traffic will be subject to lower speed limits. The construction

team is working hard to deliver the project as quickly as possible and limit its impacts on travellers and nearby businesses, who have been very patient. All traffic is expected to switch over to the new bridge sometime in April. This is a change to the earlier plan to switch one lane first and then the second lane at a later date. Once traffic is moved over the team can complete the remaining approach works on the existing road, with new landscaping providing a beautiful new entranceway to Blenheim/Wairau. A celebration of the project will be held when the landscaping is complete – watch this space!

Positive Ageing – Protect your personal information In this digital age people can use the personal information of others for illegal purposes. It is wise to be careful about the way you protect your personal information. Promptly report the loss of any personal identity document like a passport or driver’s license. Don’t carry around all your personal charge cards or ID cards – only take what you need on a daily basis. Store

personal identity documents like a passport in a secure, locked place. Don’t put personal information out in the rubbish; cut up expired bank cards, and shred invoices and bank statements before you throw them out. Secure your computer from online attacks with up-to-date security and be careful about the personal information you give out online. Never give out your credit card details over the phone.

Waikawa flood prevention progress Work is progressing at the Waikawa Stream mouth to improve its flood capacity and help protect nearby housing from flooding. The replenishment of nearby beach frontages with the extracted shingle is almost complete with over 1,000 tons of material used so far. This will benefit local bird life and means there is no overall loss of natural habitat. The opening of Edes Drain is also underway and work at Waimarama Drain will be completed this week.

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The Sun Rubbish collectors As a Redwood st resident, I’m pretty disappointed in mdc rubbish collectors. Regardless of their policy, (if that’s the case) I find it lazy and a lack of initiative to pick up our rubbish amongst the one way traffic system within Fulton Hogan’s worksite on Thursday. Fulton Hogan staff should be commended for using initiative and removing dozens of houses worth at the end of their work day.

Abusing people? How does, a, “garden variety”; using his words, MP, ex refugee circa 500 years ago, get off racially abusing people of over 2500 years history, as old as the first people here, get away unprosecuted? Could be because he is sort of a politician, or unedumacated, or a possible male, or fiscally driven, or is it something else? I have missed something Cindy! Are we one yet?

Clean up CBD So many road works on inner streets being carried out...must be to use up council budget before end of financial year? Pity that money wasn’t for street sweepers to get rid of rubbish in gutters, crap on footpaths etc. As a pedestrian, Blenheim central is disgustingly dirty.

A huge thank you Harvest workers aplenty. Vineyards, orchards and more will be flooded with temporary tourism, airline and travel related staff seeking work. No need for 1000 RSE workers this year, we have oodles. They will need to upgrade work ethics and attitude but accommodation is newly built or stay with relatives. Learning life skills and saving dole funding. Perfect solution. Crops must be harvested. Chin chin darling another glass?

Bin it Marlborough midwk why not get rid of it? Three quarters of it is property express. All goes in bin.

Footpath ? What a waste of money making the footpath on Dublin St in Picton when there was already one there. Money better spent putting in rubbish bins at the lookout on Queen Charlotte Drive.

History repeats One man-one bank and bingo-world financial crisis, Not!! Now the media have no sensation so one bug, been around for ages, another NOT financial crisis. What about Ebola, Malaria, Typhoid, Tuberculosis. Clyamidia? Only one loser, kiwi savers and one winner-bear claw brokers and your unsecured savings-bingo! The world media machine is in overdrive folks. Trump has it right! We‘re pawns of the greedy, it will be cured unlike some disease which continue to grow unabated!

Parking? Why do we have to put up with a car transporter that loads and unloads vehicles on a suburban street and remains parked at the side of our narrow road while he delivers the unloaded vehicles? This is usually done while early morning traffic is at its busiest. Surely there is some bylaw or whatever that doesn’t allow this, isn’t there?

Toxic chemical PFAS used at Blenheim airport years ago has been the subject of a massive court case in Aussie. Aussie govt has paid 211 mil to 3 towns affected. 17 towns still to settle Whats happening here in Blenheim and the towns around Ohakea and Whenuapai?

Shameful Regarding Shameful txt last week. Imagine what goes on behind closed doors. Poor dog. Take their licence no next time. How would they like to be wacked on head.

Free parking needed Business space and housing problem it’s the parking that’s putting people off going to CBD free parking in the suburbs

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Old pipes maybe E.coli. Looking at the map in the Friday Sun, it seemed just a wee tad too obvious. School has started and readings are abnormal, but, where does the red zone start. Why, cross the road from the largest concentration of highest lavatory users in Blenheim, Marlborough Girls! Now, I wonder if experts; nah, surely they have worked that out, old pipes X years X users =??? Oops!.

Road works What is with all the road works seemly on every street in Blenheim. Massive congestion when harvest starts.

Too many trees felled Took a drive around Tuamarina to Kaituna road. New vineyards going. Same in Waihopai and Wairau valleys. In most cases trees are felled with none left stand ing. But we need trees to combat emissions. Where is MDC? Where are councillors Maher and Hope who at election meetings declared need for climate emergency?

No more vineyards Why is MDC allowing new vineyards in light of summer droughts, climate change etc.,? They all need water. Drain the Wairau River?

School Gala Witherlea school gala coming up my kids are hoping the nice lady is there with her big horse, so nice to see farm animals. Dana

Housing problem Businesses are taking over homes. When walking my dog close to my home I pass many houses which are now converted to businesses within a small area - Podiatrist, Lawyers, two hairdressers, massage, Osteopath, Nail studio, and now Architects. No wonder our town is dying. Time for Council to stop the flow.

Taylor River walkway Hoping elderly lady is recovering well after she fell from footpath when two cyclists passed her on Saturday morning. They had passed me prior and I didn’t hear them coming. I keep hard left as very few cyclists let you know they are coming. One did ring bell but was so close it gave me a fright and most don’t alter their speed when passing walkers.

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Protestors on highway Can’t believe I’m reading this, roadworks on the Kaikoura coast state highway stopped by Iwi protestors.

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Lucky Marlborough Aren’t we lucky to have such beautiful facilities! I’ve recently started walking down the Taylor river and had no problems with cyclists or walkers sharing. The people complaining are very blessed that’s all they have to moan about, sharing is a great value. Nicole.

Thank you While cycling down the new seal on Alabama Road this week a loose stone got caught and stopped my rear wheel from turning. Having tried to remove it and couldnt I started walking home, 2.5ks. Saw Lawson Wines so called in and asked if I could leave my bike and come back with the car. No worries and then Belinda appeared and offered me and my bike a ride home. So kind. Then she called John over and after a wee while and lots of trying to free it he took the wheel off and all was perfect again. Thank you both so much for your time and kindness. Worth your weight in gold. Trish

No hands The youth of today. Honestly, I’ve had enough of these youth. The other day when I was walking along the taylor river, a youth biked past me and my small, vulnerable chihuahua playing explicit music while biking with no hands. Ridiculous.

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Panic shopping not the answer

With supermarkets having to work extra hard to keep shelves topped up due to the current ‘panic’ shopping that’s taking place throughout the region’s supermarkets, reporter Celeste Alexander decided to document her own shopping experience on Wednesday evening, around 6pm. Panic shopping! It’s a term which one would expect to hear following a natural disaster where people rush out to purchase batteries, torches, candles and non-perishable food items. However in supermarkets throughout Marlborough shoppers have been piling their trolleys with toilet paper and other items, leaving supermarket staff even busier than usual trying to keep the shelves full for other customers. Like many others, I was looking to complete my normal weekly shop. With a busy work schedule I generally prefer to order my groceries via online shopping and collect it, but the past week has seen the number of orders skyrocket and unless I want to order a day or two ahead, I would miss out. So off to PAK’nSAVE I went. When searching for some children’s vitamin C to my astonishment the health supplement bay was 98percent empty. What’s more, the remaining few bottles of Ester C vitamins which I was willing to use instead, were promptly snatched up by another shopper as she darted directly in front of me. Bemused by this, I continued through to the pasta aisle where I found most of the dried pasta gone. I managed to find a packet of macaroni on the bottom shelf towards the back.

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Sun reporter Celeste Alexander takes a photo of empty dried pasta shelves at PAK’nSAVE on Wednesday evening. Supermarket staff around the region are working extra hard to keep shelves stocked as panicked shoppers stock up their pantries.

Out of curiosity I took a peek at the toilet paper selection which was still half full. Heading through to the checkout I look down at my trolley to see I only managed to get 60 percent of my grocery shopping done due to the gaps on the shelves. The majority of it was fresh produce which was still plentiful. Speaking with a local caterer who was also out braving the supermarket crowds as she shopped for harvest meal supplies, she says it the panic from other shoppers was “shocking”. She too had crossed paths with a ‘panicked shopper’ who a trolley half filled with non-perishable items. “I had been getting supplies around town for catering… what a mission! I had someone literally try and yoink a 5kg flour bag out of my trolley. “Pasta was gone, rice, long-life milk, flours, soups, sugar etc… all

very low stock. “If you can, go get what you need. Don’t be rude about it,” she says. However looking across all the checkouts and waiting customers, there were trolleys piled high; higher and more of them than I had ever seen. Speaking with PAK’n SAVE Blenheim owner, Mark Elkington he says; “like all supermarkets in New Zealand we’ve been extremely busy at PAK’nSAVE Blenheim. “The arrival of COVID-19 has absolutely put pressure on our supply chain, but it’s robust and we’re coping well under the circumstances. The best thing customers can do to help us get through is to shop normally and resist the temptation to stock up, this is where the pressure comes. “We have good supplies and the team here are working tirelessly to make sure we have what customers need on the shelves,” he says.

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Coronavirus assessment centres Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) has partnered with theMarlborough Primary Health Organisation and regional emergency management groups to establish community based assessment centres (CBACs) to support people with Coronavirus symptoms. When and how to use a community-based assessment centre 1. People with Coronavirus symptoms should phone Healthline (0800 358 5453) or their GP first. The Healthline advisor or GP will ask questions to determine their advice and people are asked to cooperate with this process. 2. The Healthline advisor or GP will confirm if someone requires assessment and testing for COVID-19 at a CBAC. NMH General Manager of Strategy, Primary and Community, Cathy O’Malley, says that the purpose of CBACs is to help limit the spread of Coronavirus by separately ‘streaming’ people who may have Coronavirus from other people. “While we don’t have a confirmed case in the region, we are ready to respond to greater numbers of people needing assessment – and testing – for Coronavirus symptoms. They aim to take some of the load off general

practices that are already very busy and that will get busier now that the flu immunisation is available. They also reduce the exposure risk for healthcare workers at a time when we need to protect our health professional workforce from getting sick.” Mrs O’Malley says that the centres are all in locations where there is lots of space around them. “These sites allow for physical distancing. This is important as the need for people to put distance between each other, to prevent catching and spreading the virus, is increasingly necessary.” Three CBACs will be open to the public over the next week. The location in Blenheim is at the Netball pavilion at the old netball court at Horton Park, Stephenson Street; 9am until 6pm. In smaller communities there are also solutions being implemented to separate suspect cases from well patients accessing healthcare services. These are not the same as CBACs and are not intended as ‘walk-in’ centres. In Picton, cabins are being placed outside the health centres to allow the safe assessment of people with symptoms, away from other patients in waiting rooms. Mrs O’Malley says that plans are

also underway to reach vulnerable communities. A special advisory group has been established, comprising expertise from marae leaders and refugee and RSE workers. People who present to the centres will be assessed by healthcare workers wearing protective masks and other personal protective equipment. Masks will also be provided to people who present to the centres, as required. People will be assessed and swabs will be taken and sent to laboratories for testing, as determined by CBAC staff. People will be seen at CBACs free of charge. People seeking assessment outside of these hours are asked to stay at home – away from school and work and other populated places. They should call Healthline or their GP for advice. In urgent situations, they can attend an urgent care centre in Blenheim. In emergencies only, they can phone 111 or attend a hospital emergency department (ED). Any person visiting an urgent care centre or ED with Coronavirus symptoms is asked to wait at the front door and signal for attention). They should also distance themselves, by at least two metres, from other people who may be present.

Police Centennial Parade: Trevor Harris with Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Trevor is coming from Main Street and passing through the intersection of Scott Street and Maxwell Road, with the Blenheim Post Office in the background. His bike is a 1928 model, 987cc. Part of the Brayshaw Park, Beavertown photographic inventory, taken by Roger Thwaites in 1986.

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

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Bookings essential • Gift Vouchers available 17a Maxwell Road | Blenheim | ph 03 578 4887

Bamboo Garden Restaurant has dishes for all tastes and dietry requirements.

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Stunning waterfront location Easy commute from Blenheim Open 7 days • 8am till late Havelock Marina • Marlborough 03 574 2345 • info@slipinn.co.nz www.slipinn.co.nz • .

A medley of flavours from Thai & Vietnamese Cuisine

The order is then accepted by the restauFor those who would prefer to stay home, relax on the sofa and sip a glass of their rant chefs and they quickly get to work on favourite wine, there’s nothing stopping preparing the order. “Of course you can still phone or call in them from still enjoying a quality restaurant to order, but with the online ordering it can meal. If dining out with your friends and family speed up the process,” Bu-nga says. The Lemongrass specialises in innovative at Blenheim restaurants, Bamboo Garden and The Lemongrass, is something you and fresh Asian fusion cuisine. Delightful, clean and tasty flavours with enjoy on a regular basis, there’s a very easy both Thai and Vietnamese inspired dishes and convenient option for takeaway. Restaurant owner, Bu-nga Krataitong, which focus on flavour and high nutritional says in light of recent restrictions around value. A short distance down Maxwell Road is large gatherings, if people want to avoid restaurant spaces shared by others they can Bamboo Garden Restaurant where classic still order their favourite meals online and Chinese, Thai and Japanese dishes have been designed by top chefs from all over pick them up for takeaway. “We encourage our customers to take ad- Asia. Their commitment is to use the highest vantage of our new online ordering system. All of our menus are listed and it’s very quality and freshest of ingredients. easy to select your meals and even pay online as well. “However if you would still like to dine out in one of our restaurants, we welcome you,” she says. To say thank you to all customers who continue to support Bamboo Garden and The Lemongrass restaurants, Bu-nga is offering a 15percent discount on all online orders. How it works; simply visit the restaurants’ websites and along the top there is a tab ‘Order Online’. Click and scroll through the menu, selecting the dishes you wish to order along the way. Once complete go to the shopping cart The Lemongrass Restaurant also welcomes and complete the order. online orders, making it easy to enjoy your It’s that simple! favourite meals from home.

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gardening this week

Preparing for winter : By Wally Richards Autumn crept up on us at the beginning of the month and there is a definite feel of Autumn in the gardens. The signs are there telling us to prepare for winter. Spring bulbs foliage will have started to die off which means no more energy from the sun to be stored in the bulbs and about time to lift them if you are going to do so; before you forget where they are. Once lifted they should ideally be placed on wire racks in a carport or similar where they are out of direct sunlight and airy to allow the breeze to assist in the drying out. After they are cleaned and dry, dust the bulbs with powder sulphur to protect them against rots and some pest insects such as mites and then store them in cardboard boxes. Liliums such as your Xmas Lillies will be coming to their end for the season and the leaves turning brown. You can either leave them where they are or lift them. If they have been growing in the same spot or container

for a few seasons without lifting them, then it is worthwhile to do so and break up the clumps of bulbs. Once lifted it is important to keep the bulbs moist otherwise if they dry they will die. You can replant straight away if you like, either in the same bed or another area. If in the same bed it would be a good idea to work in compost, blood & bone and sheep pellets into the soil before returning the best of the large bulbs. If you prefer to plant later on like in winter before the spring growth then store the bulbs in box with moist sawdust or wood shavings in a shed where they will not dry out quickly. Check every month or so and wet down the contents. The medium size bulbs can be given to friends and there is a chance they will flower first season. The very small bulblets can be discarded or if you don’t like that prepare a small nursery bed in a garden where they can be placed and After a season lift them covered with soil to sprout in and replant the bigger ones the spring. or give away.

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• What food do you crave most often? Steak, chips and a salad with a glass of Chardonnay. The four basic food groups.

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• When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better? I will often take the motorbike out. Riding is a form of meditation, where all your focus is on the road surface and the ride. There’s no room for fretting and worrying. • Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life? My wife and children. They have taught me to prioritise the important things in life and that wealth is not about money. • What's the most beautiful

Charlotte Manson (left) and Eden Kavanagh celebrating St Patrick's Day at Biddy Kates on March 17. More photos in Wednesdays Sun.

• What thing do you really wish you could buy right now? A new tent to replace my 25 year old holey tramping tent. Unfortunately, I don’t use it enough to justify the expense. • What is the best or worst purchase you've ever made? My motorbike(s). The best mid-life crisis therapy possible.

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place you've ever been? Waimakarere Falls Hut. A remote and spectacular glacial valley full of plants found nowhere else and stunning vistas. It’s a bit of a slog to get there but it’s worth it.

• If you had to flee the country, where would you choose to live? This is the best place in the world. There’s nowhere else to go.

• What was the last photo you took? Happy kids who attended the Rangatahi Wananga last week. This was a pilot to see if a better understanding of culture helped confidence and mana with kids who struggle with communicating. It was a great success.

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what’s on

Friday March 20, 2020

in marlborough

Please note some events may be subject to change.

tips will be covered by Dr Christine Mackenzie of Picton Veterinary Clinic, in this easy to understand workshop. 6pm-9pm. $30. Picton Fire Station, 87 High Street, Picton.

Saturday 21 Crop Swap Blenheim: Sharing abundance from our gardens while giving generously and mindfully taking. Including fruit and vegetables, preserves, relishes, jams, herbs, eggs, flowers, seedlings and baking. $2 to register, 2pm-3pm. Crossroads Café, 2 Redwood Street. Further details 021512802. ‘Lomani Au’ Open Garden: View ‘Lomani Au’, a beautiful and peaceful garden with every corner holding a different surprise. Today and Sunday 10am-4pm. Entry $5 with refreshments and a raffle available to purchase. 213A Scott Street. All money raised will be donated to Red Cross Marlborough. Antique and Collectables Fair: A quality antique fair not to be missed with all items for sale. Including quality antiques furniture, china, crystal, art glass and silver, clocks, books, jewellery (vintage/modern), collectables and much more. Today 10am-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Admission by gold coin donation Marlborough Convention Centre, 42a Alfred Street. The DeSotos Acoustic Routes Tour 2020: The DeSotos hit the road with their intimate, up close and personal acoustic tour. 2.30pm. The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Road. Kaipupu Point Walk: Enjoy two hours on Kaipupu point and take a self-guided walk to explore this beautiful island. Adults $11, child (2-14 years) $6, under 2 years free. Two departure options 11.30am or 1.15pm. Beachcomber Cruises, The Waterfront, corner of London Quay and Wellington Street, Picton. Chess: Every Saturday at Delicia Ice Cream Café, 4 Scott Street, 10am-1pm. Also Wednesdays at Clubs of Marlborough, Bridge room, 6.30pm-8pm. Please bring your own board and pieces. Marlborough Art Society Gallery: “Hononga” an International Exhibition curated by Sudhir Duppati. Including seven artists from India, Ethiopia, Australia and New Zealand, featuring their paintings, drawings and mixed media collage works. On until March 22. Open every day 10.30am-4.30pm. Marlborough Art Society’s Gallery, 204 High Street, Blenheim. 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. Millennium Public Art Gallery: Exhibitions on show Te Moana Nui A Kiwa, an exhibition of works selected from the Gallery’s permanent collection, on until April 26. Also on show

Wednesday 25 Marlborough Children’s Athletics: Every Wednesday from 5.30pm-7pm during the athletics season. Athletic Park, Brewer Street. For further details contact marlboroughathletics@ gmail.com 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. Marlborough Migrant Centre: M orning tea gathering ever y Wednesday 10.30am-12pm. Migrants, newcomers and local people very welcome. Celebrate diversity in a safe, welcoming community. 21 Henry Street.

Thursday 26 Crafty Kids: Calling all crafty kids. Head along to the library after school and make something cool to take home. No Pop into the Marlborough Convention Centre Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm need to register, just come along to have a browse at the Antique and Collectables Fair, which will have china to furniture, books to jewellery, from 3.30pm. Marlborough District and even clocks and other collectables for sale. Entry is by gold coin donation. Library, 33 Arthur Street. Paradise Lost Daniel Solander’s Legacy, an exhibition of works by ten New Zealand artists that pays homage to the work of Daniel Solander, a Swedish botanist who travelled to New Zealand on the Endeavour in 1769. On until April 26. Millennium Public Art Gallery, corner of Alfred and Seymour Streets. Koha appreciated. Redwood Market: 8.30am-12pm, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants, produce, cards, jewellery, flowers and hand crafts. The Gallery Havelock: If you’re in the area drop by and check out all the artwork from Marlborough’s amazing artists. Open 10am-4pm, seven days a week. The Gallery Havelock, 60 Main Road, Havelock. 5km Taylor River Fun Run: Free timed 5km run along the Taylor River, meet at the Amphitheatre, corner of High and Symons Streets, 8am every Saturday.

Sunday 22 Ulysses Club Ride: Ride to Okiwi Bay for a picnic lunch, please BYO food and drink. 10am departure from the south end of the Blenheim Railway Station. If wet a ride to Forresters Cafe just past Rai Valley instead. Thursday

Group rides, meet at Brayshaw Park carpark, 11am. Members and visitors welcome. The DeSotos Acoustic Routes Tour 2020: Head to Havelock to catch The DeSotos with their intimate, up close and personal acoustic tour. 1pm. Captains Daughter, 72 Main Road, Have 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. 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. Blenheim Petanque Club: Every Sunday 10am-12pm and Wednesday 1pm-3pm. 65A Weld Street beside the Blenheim Bowling Club. For more information please phone Brian 5742267 or Chris 5787303. Te Rerenga o Te Ra Kapa Haka: All welcome with practices every second and fourth Sunday. 1.30pm3pm. Blenheim School Hall, John Street.

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. The Edwin Fox Ship: Take the opportunity to visit the Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, and discover this gem of international history. Visitor Centre open daily from 9am. Dunbar Wharf, Picton Foreshore.

Friday 27 Abba Tribute By Paul Madsen And Band: Join Paul Madsen and band for the Abba tribute show, with all the great hits we know and love. Tickets $25 available from the Clubs of Marlborough reception. Doors open 6.30pm with the show at 7.30pm. Clubs of Marlborough, 42 Alfred Street.

Monday 23 Adult Cycle Skills: Get cycle savvy with Marlborough District Council’s adult cycle skills series. If you’re new to cycling, haven’t been on a bike for a while, or just need a bit of extra confidence negotiating traffic on the road, then this free workshop is for you. Mondays 9am-12pm, on until March 30. Free event. Athletic Park, Brewer Street.

Tuesday 24 Pet Health Workshop - Prevent And Save: Do you know what items in your kitchen could be toxic to pets? This and many other topics and

If you have an event email Susan at The Sun office@blenheimsun.co.nz

When was your Gas Installation last checked? Is your Gas Installation safe and certified? We also check and install Gas in Boats, Motorhomes and Caravans. We’re here to help! For any questions ring Steve at Majestic Plumbing and Gas, 03 577 6920 or 021 625 378

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Classifieds Advertising Ph 03 577 7868 Situations Vacant

Friday March 20, 2020

Situations Vacant

Storeperson Required Rose Family Estate was established in 1978 by Phil and Chris Rose with flagship brand Wairau River. We are proud to be a NZ family-owned Marlborough winery, with our families values at the core of our business. FAMILY ∙ INTEGRITY ∙ VISION ∙ EXCELLENCE We require an enthusiastic Storeperson to join our Production team. This full-time role is integral to our business and as such we are seeking applications from those with the following skills and experience: • Excellent communication and people skills – in order to maintain good relationships with other team members, customers and suppliers • Experience in a Warehouse/Distribution environment including Stock Management • A forklift licence, we will facilitate a renewal if necessary.

• Excellent time management and organisational skills • Attention to detail and accuracy are essential • Ability to work well under pressure • A good level of physical fitness, able to lift up to 25kg Key tasks and responsibilities are: • Stock Management • Stock Takes • Dispatch • Inward goods • Record keeping • Ensuring quality control • Forklift operation Please apply to kristy@rfe.co.nz wairauriverwines.com NZ Citizens or permanent residents only need apply for this job

Factory Staff & Forklift Drivers - Havelock We have positions available at our Havelock Plant for processing mussels and the dispatch of orders, which Involves forklift driving.

MAINTENANCE/SHIFT ENGINEERS We are looking for Maintenance and Shift Engineers to provide day-to-day maintenance at our Blenheim Plant with a mix of reactive and proactive maintenance. Be part of this established and growing team of engineers maintaining the production machinery as well as installing and commissioning, as new plant and equipment is added. The successful candidate will have or be: • Trade Certified Fitter/Turner/Welder, or Level 4 Maintenance & Diagnostics • Minimum 4 years Industrial maintenance experience, preferably in food production • Experience and proven successes In Preventative and Reactive maintenance • Project work, new installations, commission, etc, all an advantage • An eye for detail and identifying areas for Improvement • Good time management, organisational skills and enthusiasm for getting it right • Impeccable communication skills • Proven Health and Safety practices as a daily priority • Experience and/or qualifications with ammonia refrigeration and coal-fired boilers would also be advantageous • Eligible to work In New Zealand If you are Interested In this role and feel you meet the above criteria, please apply now. Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: bhe.recruitment@talleys.co.nz

The successful candidate will have: • The ability to be able to work with minimal supervision • To be able to work 12 hour shifts - 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am • High regard for Health and Safety • Forklift drivers - Full class 1 driver licence with forklift experience Is preferred, but full training will be given to the right person Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Applications with CV and references should be emailed to: bhe.recruitment@talleys.co.nz or apply in person on weekdays between 8.30am and 4.00pm to:- Talley’s Group Limited 3 Rangitane Drive, Havelock Warf, Havelock.

FOOD PROCESS WORKER POSITIONS We have a number of seasonal and full-time ‘Food Process Worker’ positions available for people who enjoy working in a team environment, and have a good work ethic, particularly around attendance. Full training for all positions is available.

Dispatch Forklift Drivers

Mussel Factory • Make good $$$ on contract mussel opening • We are also looking for Packers

We have vacancies for Forklift Drivers in our Group processing plant near Renwick for our night shift Coolstore Dispatch Department. The position includes container loading, picking of orders and forklift driving pertaining to dispatch and packing operations. The successful candidate will have:

• Dayshift and Afternoon shift positions available Vegetable Factory • Enjoy working in a processing environment where food safety and team work is important • Dayshift and Nightshift positions available

• The ability to be able to work with minimal supervision • To be able to work a 12 hour shift - 6pm to 6am

Coolstore/Yard Staff

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• We are always on the lookout for physically fit people to work in our coldstore

• High regard for Health and Saftey

• You should have good English and Maths skills, with attention to detail

• A full Class 1 driver licence - forklift experience preferred, however full training Is available

• Forklift Operator and General Labourer positions available for day and night shifts

Looking for physically fit and reliable self-motivated all-rounders

• Having a forklift licence will be a definite advantage, but we will provide training for people with the right work ethic

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

Application forms are available from Talley’s Gatehouse, 742 Old Renwick Road, Blenheim All applicants must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand

Situations Vacant

Irrigation/Water Systems Serviceman

Paper Delivery Wednesday

Do you have a love of the outdoors? Are you a selfstarting, practical problem solver who wants to be an appreciated member of a small, motivated team? Thinkwater Marlborough is a locally owned, busy provider of irrigation and water systems. A role currently exists for a service technician to represent our team in the field. This role is permanent and available to start within the next two months.

want to earn some cash/pocket money

While previous irrigation, engineering, plumbing or electrical experience would be an advantage, it is not a firm requirement. Previous experience in allied industries (eg vineyards, dairy, arable farming systems) with irrigation and pumping systems may be considered. A handy, problem solving individual who is motivated to learn from teammates would fit right in.

The Blenheim Sun is now recruiting for paper-delivery people/ children in Taylor Pass Road/ Boulevard Subdivision and Endeavour/Shirtliff Street.

The successful applicant will have the following attributes:

(Prompt payment fortnightly)

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

• Enjoy working unsupervised in beautiful Marlborough • Have an eye for detail and enjoy a job done properly • Can communicate clearly and professionally • Is legally permitted to work in NZ • Has a clean and full NZ Driver licence • Be open to ongoing training and professional development

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• A permanent, salaried role • The ability to negotiate extended leave at mutually agreeable times • An employer who is committed to supporting ongoing training • Mobile phone • A day in lieu for your birthday

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Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 25th March 2020 Upstairs Pavilion, A & P Park, Maxwell Road commencing at 7.30pm “Interested members of the public welcome”

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Births This Week RICHARDS: Theodore Zacharias March 16, 2020 THOMPSON: Mihi Angel Amelia March 11, 2020

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From March 18 the Giesen Group Cellar Door has closed until further notice. Health and safety concerns posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in regards to staff and customers led to the decision. A number of other Marlborough cellar doors have also closed to date include; Yealands Estate Wines, Spy Valley Wines, Forrest Wines, Cloudy Bay Vineyards, and Villa Maria.

Handbag appeal The Sun’s Handbag Appeal is still on until the end of March. Members of the public are invited to support the appeal by finding a handbag (either new or secondhand), and filling it with items that will bring a smile to the faces of the recipient. All handbags will be donated to women in need within the Marlborough community, thanks to a collaboration with SF Marlborough.

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sports talk With Jacob Page

Tough week for sport As a sports fan, this week has been tough. The thing I am most passionate about and the thing I make my living in is now largely irrelevant in the face of COVID-19 Coronavirus. The prospect of little to no professional sport occurring for several weeks is now a stark reality of this virus’ grip on the world.

I feel for the players who train hard and whose professional lives are now in limbo but this is a common sense decision. Sport is now trivial, for most people it is a fun escape from their day-to-day lives. The decision to cancel and postpone everything will have a detrimental economic effect but it will most likely

save the lives of some of the most vulnerable in our community. I feel sorry for the families of the Warriors players who, at the time of this writing look set to be held on the Gold Coast for the foreseeable future as the NRL season strangely looks to push forward. The prospect of watching endless sporting highlights I'm sure is initially

Speedway announces plan for final race meetings The Eastern States Speedway committee has had lengthy discussion surrounding the current Covid-19 worldwide pandemic and had to make a decision about the four remaining race meetings scheduled for March and April. “The Government has capped events at 500 people for the facility, and we exceed this every meeting and logistically it is not possible to run a safe meeting which meets the Government’s current safety restrictions for spectators, drivers, crew, volunteers, officials and food staff in the short term,” president Shaloe Lammas says. “Unfortunately this means that we have had to cancel our Saturday, March 21 and Friday, March 27 meetings. “However there is possible light at the end of the tunnel as we are working hard behind the scenes to run our two day Easter meeting on April 11 and 12. This would mean meeting the Government and local council regulations at that time. “Thank you for the support we have been shown throughout the season, we are all disappointed however the health and welfare of everyone involved is paramount. “We will update on our progress in the coming weeks,” she says.

Women’s golf tournament a success Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday saw the annual Allan Scott Women’s Golf Tournament held at Marlborough Golf Course. The popular tournament, which celebrated it’s 21st birthday this year, is for female golf-enthusiasts from around New Zealand - “from Wanaka to Auckland to all the clubs in between”. According to Marlborough Golf Club member, Gloria Rodgers, this year’s tournament saw up to 200 players take part each day. “The weather has been beautiful,” she says. “We’re very lucky.” Pictured are Marlborough Golf Club members, Helen Lissaman (left), Lizzie Turnbull, Gloria Rodgers, and Cherry Wilson. Photo: Aimee O’Hagan.

appealing to many but that will soon wear thin. For the sake of all involved, the fans, the various economies involved, let's hope normalcy will return soon enough. The health and safety of everyone is the most important factor and a month or two of no sport in the long run is a small price to pay. Sport just does not compare.

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Rugby on hold The Tasman Rugby Union (TRU) in conjunction with New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has suspended all club and community rugby until Saturday, 18 April, effective immediately. This includes all Rugby matches and Rippa tournaments. Non-contact training activities can continue at least in the short term while we continue to monitor the situation with NZR and the Ministry of Health.

Blenheim Golf Club results March 11: 1st Sowman LGU 0-29 Trees Rewi net 70 c/b Rachel Bell 70, 30+ Bernice Arnold net 76 c/b Colleen McLeod net 77 9 Holes Chris Currie net 47. March 12, Men Stableford: Steve Anderson 40, Graham Daines 40, Gordon Laing 39, Blue Arthur 38, Murray Belk 38, Mike McConnell 38, Graham Kerrigan 38, Ian Clarke 37, David Waters 36, Ian Hatcher 36, John Rewi 36, Don Lamond 36, 9 holes Ivan Neame 21, Ross Agnew 20, Paddy Norton 19. March 14, Blenheim 1000 Open Tournament Overall Best gross: Tere Poa 71, Mark Lecompte 73 Craig Newman 73, Best nett Tere Poa 63, Nigel Smith 65, James Brunel 66. Senior Grade 1, +4-9 Graeme Daines 69, Mike Gardiner 70 and Murray Belk 70, Intermediate Grade 2 1017 Phil Starkey 68, Tim Abrahams 69, Blue Arthur 69: Junior Grade 3 - Derek Bowman 66, Brian Brown 68, Morgan Bowe 69. March 16, Stableford 9 holes Men: Steve Griffin 20, Jan de Zwart 19, Les Boniface 19, Ian Clark 19, Bob Tapp 18, Leo Hawkins 17, Paddy Norton 17, Doug Shaw 16, John Burns 16, Garry Blake 16. Ladies: Trees Rewi 23, Chris Currie 20, Marg Hamilton 20, Colleen McLeod 18, Dawn Walker 16, Shirley Godsiff 15, Jan Peglar 14. March 18, Stableford: 0-29 Trees Rewi 34, c/b Sue Duckworth 34, 30+ Jenny Adams, 34 Marg Hamilton 33. Coming events: April 1: Ladies Glad Perry tournament all welcome April 2, Men, second round CV Richie Memorial.

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WANTED

GOLD•COINS•WATCHES•BANKNOTES•ANTIQUES•PAINTINGS • COLLECTABLES BROKEN JEWELLERY AnySCRAP GOLD &Cash in on high gold prices

nyGOLD JEWELLERY A Recycle those unwanted chains, cufflinks,

AnyNZ PAINTINGS & ARTWORKS

POCKET WATCHES & OLD WATCHES AnyMechanical watches in any condition, also for

yMEDALS & BADGES n A Military medals, badges, agricultural

nyOLD BANKNOTES A Pre-decimal • NZ • World • Obsolete currency etc

nyGOLD & SILVER COINS A Whole collections or accumulations Pre 1947 silver

AnyANTIQUES • COLLECTABLES

coins, sovereigns, krugerrands, etc

nySTERLING SILVER A Any sterling items - cutlery, canteens, Tea service,

candle sticks, trays etc. No silver plates or EPNS please.

NZ HISTORICAL ITEMS • KIWIANA AnyANY OLD TIN TOYS • OLD FOUNTAIN PENS

AnyCHINESE & JAPANESE ANTIQUES

AnyANY MAORI & PACIFIC ARTEFACTS

bracelets, brooches, etc. 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 22ct

medals, etc

parts (no quartz or battery watches please)

Any VINTAGE OR MODERN ROLEX, TUDOR, OMEGA, IWC, HEUER, PATEK PHILIPPE Any condition - going or not

ROLEX SUBMARINER

ROLEX EXPLORER

ROLEX GMT MASTER

ROLEX DAYTONA

OMEGA SEAMASTER

OMEGA SPEEDMASTER

OMEGA DIVERS 600

TUDOR

SEIKO DIVERS AUTO (Pre 1980’S)

Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Family not interested? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful? Or even if you are just curious, then please see our buyers at a venue listed below. We will buy single items or complete collections. If unable to visit a venue, please call Hamish on 0800 105 228 to arrange a home visit.

Our buyers are in Blenheim for one day only.

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