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Doggone ...where’s my dog?! By Chris Tobin Vineyard owner and farmer Haysley MacDonald scoured the country to buy a rare purebred blue coloured English Staffordshire bull terrier. After much searching, he managed to locate one from a Tauranga dog breeder and after paying $2000 for the dog, Mr MacDonald became the proud owner of 12-week-old Tama. Owner, that is, for the past month up until around 10.30 on Tuesday morning when Tama disappeared from Mr MacDonald’s front yard at his home on Wairau Bar Road. “My wife Julia was home hanging out the washing,” an unhappy Mr MacDonald said. “She went inside and left Tama out the front on the deck and lawn with my rotweiller but when she came back half an hour later, Tama had gone.” Continued Page 3.

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New, safer bus bay at college Chris Tobin Marlborough Girls’s College has been using the same bus bay since 1963 but this is now to change. As from next Tuesday, students travelling in from outlying areas such as Picton, Havelock, Renwick and Seddon will alight and get on buses at a new bay established on the Nelson Street side of the college tennis courts. “Buses will come in off Nelson St, drop off the students under new shelters and they will cross the tennis courts to school,” deputy principal Julian Adamson said. “It’ll be safer and they’ll be well away from the road.” Trafﬁc becomes extremely congested on McLauchan St at the start and end

Marlborough Girls' College year 12 students Mo Gibson, left, and Gabby Mark, check out the college's new bus bay which will be up and running next Tuesday.

of each school day and Mr Adamson said the change would alleviate this situation. Eleven buses travel into the college each day. The college resource manager Beth Parsons said the old bay which dated back to 1963 was developed when the roll was several hundred, now it was 1050. “There’s been a lot of lobbying with the

New journalist at the Sun We have a new journalist here at the Blenheim Sun. Chris Tobin joins us from Christchurch where he has been editor of Mainland Press for the last two years. “I took over as editor about a week before the September 4, 2010, earthquake after being deputy editor for two years.” This year under Tobin’s editorship Mainland Press won three NZ Community Newspaper Association awards including best front page. Tobin has been editor of two other community newspapers - the Wanaka Sun and Timaru Courier.

Other newspapers he has worked on include the Timaru Herald, Oamaru Mail and The Press. “I like working on community papers and I’m very much enjoying the quieter pace of life here in Blenheim,” he said.

ministry (of Education) over funding and we got $180,000 while the school contributed the balance of the $360,000 overall cost,” she said. As from Tuesday no parking will be allowed on the school side of McLauchlan St. New parking spaces have been established on the site of the old Innes boarding house site.

Cafes slow to enter Marlborough cafes have been slow to enter a nationwide competition to ﬁnd the the best cafe in the country. Over 200 entries from across the country have entered the inaugural New Zealand cafe of the year competition said a spokesperson Hannah Hill-Parker but at this stage only Shelly’s Cafe and Larder at Renwick has entered from Marlborough. “We’d love to get more,” she said. Entries have been open since August and public voting via text, online and on Facebook has started and continues through to Octoer 28. The judging panel includes some of New Zealand’s top food critics and chefs supported by the Restaurant Association of New Zealand. Check out the competiton website on www.nzcafeoftheyear.co.nz

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By Chris Tobin ‘Chemo mates’ Jo Chamberlain and Barry Hayman are urging the Marlborough public to get behind a Blenheim charity concert later this month to raise money for Daffodil House in Christchurch. Jo, deputy principal of Marlborough Girls’ College and Barry, manager of Geoffrey T. Sowman Funeral Directors in Blenheim, ﬁrst met when both were receiving chemotherapy treatment – Jo for breast cancer and Barry for bowel cancer. “Anything that can provide support for people afflicted by this ‘terrorist attack’ is all good,” said Jo yesterday. “The great thing is there’s huge generosity out there.” Barry spent seven weeks at Daffodil House with his wife Beth. The house operates for those having to go to Christchurch to receive treatment. “It’s a special wonderful place, like a home away from

Cook and writer Annabel Langbein will be signing copies of her latest book at Blenheim Paper Plus next week. She will at the Blenheim store from 10am until 10.45am on Thursday, September 13.

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home and the sharing in there is amazing; there’s no secrets.” Having experienced what they have, both Jo and Barry are happy just to be alive to enjoy every day. Jo was diagnosed with breast cancer two and a half years ago. “It was Christmas holidays and it was a horrific shock; there was no family history of it. It was all go from there. The prognosis was not great.” Jo had a full mastectomy and then breast reconstruction which involved 20 hours of surgery. Determined to “sock it” to the cancer Jo said she remained upbeat throughout her ordeal, put on her “lippy’ and got back to work. “I’m dangerously well now and ﬁring on all cylinders.” She attributed the support of her partner Murray and her family as being critically important to helping her recovery, as did Barry of his wife Beth.

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strONG spirit: Barry hayman and Jo chamberlain say, eventhough it can be difficult,when dealing with cancer remaining positive is vitally important.

Barry’s bowel cancer was diagnosed just over three years ago. His surgeon, Adrian Secker, who will be the pianist at the charity concert, had to remove a tumor the size of an orange from Barry’s bowel. Then it was discovered that Barry had secondary cancer in his liver - three tumors. After a major operation in Christchurch which lasted over nine hours, 56

Doggone ...where? Continued from Page 1. Mr MacDonald said he had no idea where Tama had got to and he believed the dog had been stolen. “I’ve got staff here and they asked around; I’ve got no idea where he’s gone.” They searched the surrounding area, along the road and in the vineyard. No Tama. “I’m upset because I was the one looking after him; I feel I should have been round,” Mrs MacDonald said. A lot of traffic travelled up

Council’s customer satisfaction up Marlborough residents have given the MDC an overall of 7 out of 10 rating in the latest customer satisfaction survey. Those surveyed identiﬁed their top priorities as water supply, emergency management, the sewerage system and community safety.

and down the road next to the MacDonalds’house and Mr MacDonald wondered whether a passerby had taken Tama. “I’ve got four little children who are very upset especially my son Manny; the dog was his pet.” Mr MacDonald said he did not mind offering a lot of money just to have Tama returned no questions asked. He has notiﬁed police, the SPCA and appealed for help on Facebook and on other social media websites. “I just want him back,” he said.

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watch this space The Marlborough District Council approved the selling of advertising space on council buildings in its community and ﬁnancial planning committee on Tuesday. Council had been approached about advertising in the Alfred St car park, and other opportunities were identiﬁed in the forms of bus shelters, public toilets and other council-owned sites.

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winery restaurant closes The Winery Riverlands restaurant, function centre and cellar is set to close its doors to the public on September 16. The restaurant will remain open for brunch and lunch service from 10am till 4pm until the closing date. All existing bookings and functions would still be honoured.

auGust Petrol Prices reacH all tiMe HiGH The price of petrol reached a new record during August, with 91 octane rising to $2.23 per litre. Petrol prices rose 12 cents per litre in August, before falling 3 cents at the end of the month to ﬁnish on $2.20 per litre in the main centres, while diesel prices rose 6 cents to $1.57 per litre at most service stations.

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By Chris Tobin Blenheim businessman Nick Gerritsen has his bags packed for what will be a busy and possibly successful couple of weeks. On Saturday he leaves for Hong Kong where his company Aquaflow is a finalist in a sustainability competition run by American magazine Red Herring. The company will be vying for top honours among the top 100 technology companies from the Asia region. After this, Mr Gerritsen travels to Amsterdam where the company for which he is chairman, CarbonScape, is among the six finalists in the international Postcode Lottery Green Challenge. This prestigious award which will earn the winner over $700,000, is presented each year to leaders in environmental change and innovation. Mr Gerritsen’s company headed off competition from

Work to ﬁt out the old Dressing Room store in the Market St Forum for a new fashion venture is well underway. Sisters Hayley MacDonald and Anna Armstrong will open No.4 Boutique - a new women’s fashion store, in October.

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508 other companies around the world to make the final. “This prize is one of the most significant sustainability prizes in Europe and we’re the only ones in our region who’ll be there, the nearest other one is in Thailand,” he said. Mr Gerritsen considered his company had a “good chance” of taking top honours. “We take waste sawdust and turn it into coke used in the steel sector and we reduce the carbon dioxide emissions; the steel industry has been targeted for this globally.” Mr Gerritsen will present the CarbonScape business case to an expert panel in Amsterdam on September 17. The jury will then decide on the top three finalists who will go on to New York City to decide the winner at a special dinner on September 23 hosted by the United States Postcode Lotteries in conjunction with the Clinton Global Initiative annual meeting.

nick Gerritson off to Hong Kong and amsterdam for two international competitions.

CarbonScape has enjoyed success before in competitions. Four years ago the company was

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Sharpies Blenheim tees off in Nelson By Robbie Parkes Sharpies Golf Blenheim owners Jonti Philipson and Bradley Sim monds have recently expa nded thei r business, making their mark in Nelson. The pair took over the Sharpies Greenacres at the Greenacres Golf Club in Richmond three weeks ago. “Basically that golf shop went under, and the opportunity arose to get in there,” said Jonti. “This is just a little thing on the side, and it’s obviously quite

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handy having a shop on a golf course.” He said it is all very exciting, and being at the course means they do not have any overheads, and they are supported by a portion of the green fees. Both Jonti and Bradley have been making regular trips to the second store, but their priorities are still here. Jonti said it has deﬁnitely been a big move considering they’ve only been in Blenheim for just under two years. With Rebel Sport on the

horizon, Jonti said they are still conﬁdent about retaining their market, and their new venture is just a reﬂection of how business is going. He said Rebel will have cheaper equipment that they may sell at a higher price, and vice-versa. Likewise, Jonti said it is the club-fitting service and ‘try before you buy’ ethos they pride themselves on. “It’s all about customer service at the end of the day.”

Houses make way for Ale House Four houses on Middle Renwick Rd, Springlands will be moved over the next few weeks to make way for the new Ale House. John Derry told the Sun he expected the site to be cleared soon and work to begin on the Ale House building in late November. The houses will be removed from the sites by Coffey House Removals.

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Disgusting customer service - protector safety staff pull your sox up - is it your policy 2 b rude 2 customers when they bring a return back? It’s not the ﬁrst time people have experienced your bad service skills. I’d rather square off with a bulldog on a chain - bad look 4 blenheim!

Get rid of the hundred? Dear Ed, In response to a letter “State Assets Referendum”. 20% of our super, health, police etc paid for by borrowed money, and $40,000 owed by every person. We never gave these cowboys permission to borrow money in our names! And pay $10 million dollars a day, plus, on it in interest. This is an admission of chronic incompetent miss-management. Governments got this countries

problem in this pickle and expect the citizens to be paralyzed for it. In past years, governments did not have the stupidity to borrow beyond their means. Also another letter to the Sun said “We should get rid of the twenty and keep the hundred”. Perhaps a better suggestion might be “Get rid of the hundred, and keep the twenty”. Yours, K.O.Lawrence.

Amen! Finally someone has said something. Yea what the hek is with a stupid smokers corner at colleges? Government WHITE ELEPHANT paid staff setting up a bs smokers spot for I believe the pocket park going into the our kids when government are talking of Queens St carpark is being built to force outlawing the deadly habit! Wt..... people to use that white elephant carpark building in Alfred Street, which isn’t near anything.

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My children and i went thru a real rough time when my partner turned on me in violence in front of the children. GOOD SERVICE I hid it for ages but had to do something Yes I agree - I have had several disap- as it was affecting the children badly. pointing issues at the warehouse but that We were feeling lonely, isolated, sad checkout supervisor is fantastic. She and had lost everything. is a refreshing reminder that excellent I loved this man dearly but had enough customer service still exists! and ﬁnally asked for help. I would like to recognise bridget and the team at blen police, womens refuge, rob, jenny and child youth and family for all your understanding, protection, STUDENTS SMOKING kindness and support thru our sadness Couldn’t agree more with the person and loss. who had a gripe about college students We love you all very much. God Bless smoking! thank you. As a McLauclan St resident with young From me and kids kids I’m sick of trying to walk through to the park with girls sitting on the path smoking. NOT to mention them littering the SLACK! place with cigarette butts! Alot of comOur experience at KFC through the panies won’t allow workers to be seen drive through kept waiting because the smoking in uniform as it represents them. person who was in the window was busy WHY let underage get away with it? yakking to her mates and then to top it off when we ﬁnally got served there was another worker mimicing the drive through assistance so everything that was said was repeated. REGULAR CUSTOMER Bad service and slack staff. To the 4 square complainant i am Treating wrk as a playground. regular customer for 11yrs since i have Annoyed been in riversdale. The shop is always full of stock only time that ain’t is when is stock day which is on wednesday. JOB? If the shop has out of date stock they I understand that Pascoes is coming give it away or chuck it out to the rubbish. to blenheim and wanted to know who The shop is good, the owner looks after i could talk to about getting a part time everyone who lives here. And she is a job? lovely person. Rebecca

Thanx 2 blond hair Marl college girl from Burleigh who sped fast & btween 2 elderly walkers on Taylor walk. Ur nasty ignorance shows how u were dragged up... thanx 4 the 2 ﬁngers also!

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Parks blooming Dear Ed, Thanks to Marlborough Lines for their lovely garden/park on Murphys Rd – Old Renwick Rd corner. All credit to them, I know many

people who have enjoyed an outing just to go and see the daffodils, it has brightened up their day. Yours Faithfully, Clarkie

Not going back to KFC Dear Ed, I have been a KFC supporter since they opened in Blenheim. Over the years I have had the odd warm chicken, the odd undercooked and over cooked chicken, the crunchie chips you can’t eat and warm potato and gravy. But in the last 3 years this store has been on a slide down hill, I have had chicken that still has blood running from it, I have had coleslaw placed in with the hot chicken etc. I contacted the area manager who was sort of lost for words, I did receive more vouchers at a later date for the poor food standard.. I have also had coleslaw that looked and tasted about a week old and also potato and gravy that tasted and smelt like the gravy was burnt. What got me angry about this was that I travelled to KFC from

home 10 minutes each way only to ﬁnd my Chicken warm, blood still running from the meal and all they offered was a $ 5-00 voucher. Service at KFC Blenheim is 5 % the other 95% is staff rushing around shouting orders and not paying attention to instore customers. I have been there in the last 3 months and have had to stand in line for the best part of 15 minutes before I get served, while one isle and cash register sits idle and staff are too busy doing nothing. My Family has brought our last item from KFC and it will take a lot to get us back. You reap what you sow and KFC management in Blenheim have had a bad ‘Harvest’ and should have sprayed the weeds long before now. I am taking my $40 dollars and spending it elsewhere. PC Abridged Ed.

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By Annabelle Latz A Blenheim resident has hundreds of photos of a European holiday, enjoyed by people he does not personally know. He got more than he bargained for when he purchased a book on earth worms from the recycling centre on Taylor Pass Rd. Five weeks ago he opened the book when he got it home, to discover three discs of photos. “I thought they were connected with the book, but when I put one in the computer I saw all these photos.” There are more than 300 photos of European destinations, and family photos too. “I’ve been to Italy, so I recognised those photos, and it was obvious some were taken in Egypt because of the Pyramids.” He guessed the holiday-makers had connections with the wine industry, because there were lots of photos of vineyards. Please contact The Sun, 5777 868, if you know this couple, and the photos can be returned to their rightful owners.

Assessing soil quality for growth The northwest and west boundaries of Blenheim are being closely looked at as potential areas for expansion. As part of Marlborough District Council’s revised Urban Growth Strategy, it is being considered at council this week that the continuation of the soils investigation program continues. This will provide geo-technical evaluation of soil characteristics, which will be used to complete the South Marlborough Urban Growth Strategy, and plan future growth in Blenheim. FOUND. If you know this couple contact the Sun PH 5777868.

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Enough is enough, just use your manners Picton Garage Sale website a wonderful tool says mum By Annabelle Latz One user of the of the Online Ma rlborough Ga rage Sa le Facebook page says it is a wonderful tool, and should not close down to suit the minority. Jordan Nickerson, a mother of a young child, said it is great for getting rid of unused items at home, and purchasing everything from toys to clothes. “Lots of people use it, even my mum.” More than 2500 people are members of the page. “For those of us who use it

properly, it’s really good.” People need to act as they wish to be treated. “If people have problems with it, they don’t have to be part of the page.” The Sun has published articles about the page being mis-used and causing offence to some users. The message from the majority of users this week has been that the facebook page has been very successful for many people in the community. Jordan said Serena Kamalan,

who started the page, is doing her best to help everyone. “She is a volunteer, and people need to move on.” Serena said she understood that she cannot please all 2500 people who use the page, but overall, it is a service well used. “It’s a matter of making sure people are safe. Any type of abuse will lead to people being banned from the group.” Serena has received many comments of support this week for the facility she set up.

“I’d love everyone to know what a great job Serena Kamalan does. It’s a hard job, you get a lot of ﬂack which isn’t necessary. Everyone should buy and sell, then get on with life,” said one user. “I have been with OGS for a few months now and I have had both great experiences and made great contacts. I have also witnessed and experienced the nastiness of people not getting their own way Usually only a very few who turn very vicious, but they are quickly and quietly banned, and the site

carries on as a wonderful happy and friendly place. Unfortunately I think Serena has to bear the brunt of their vile behaviour on behalf of us all and I think the 2500 members who have stuck round appreciate her and the other admins immensely for that,” said another user. The Sun will not be publishing any further articles about the Online Marlborough Garage Sale facebook page, and urges all users to maintain it in its useful state, and refrain from causing any offence to other users.

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St Johns cadets from Marlborough boasted a strong representation of the top of the South Island competitors who took part in the Champions Field inaugural event at the end of July. It was held at Bridge Valley, Wakeﬁeld. Seven four-man teams came from Blenheim,

27Sqn ATC Blenheim, and two from St John Blenheim. Cadets had their skills tested in navigation, knot tying, archery, go-carting, drill, a first aid scenario where they attended a mock car crash, and a special test. The Champions Shield went to ATC Marlborough. The two St John Blenheim

cadet teams competed well, with the team of Nick Martin, Alex Hood, Lucy Dewhurst and Hayden Frew (above) taking away the trophy for Navigation and placing 3rd in First Aid, and the team of Zade Best, Bradley Mattson, Kyle Thompson and Tanisha Best placing 2nd in First Aid.

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By Robbie Parkes Coming off the back of their bronze medal win at a national competition, budding gourmets Ja m ie Per rott a nd Da n iel Davidson are working with an award-winning chef to take the next step. The Marlborough Boys’ College students were aided by local chef Lawrence Purser, among others, for the 2012 New Zealand Culinary Fare in Auckland last month, and that help is ongoing. “Because they just went to Nationals, we thought we’d just carry on while it’s still fresh,” said Lawrence. Lawrence, a former MBC student, has placed in numerous competitions, and was named South Island Chef of the Year in 2010.

He is mentoring the boys and helping them to fundraise to buy more equipment for next year’s contest, but also for their school’s food technology room. “ W hen you go away to competitions, you have to take everything with you,” said Jamie. “We just want to increase what we have available.” Jamie said one of the big hopes is to get gas for the food technology room, as they currently use electric cookers, as well as open the school restaurant up regularly for the public. In the meantime, a number of items are being shortlisted, including a dishwasher and new frypans. “Bits and bobs really,” said Lawrence. A lot of the gear here is domestic,

he said. Next Friday, they will be opening The Oaks Restaurant at MBC for another big fundraising dinner to support their cause. The four-course, BYO dinner will take place at the College Hall, with the likes of Marlborough salmon, twice cooked pork belly, and a banana raspberry sorbet featured on the menu. There will be spot prizes from Maggie Jane, Prenzels, and Seresins Estate, and a rafﬂe. The boys are grateful for the support from Maggie Jane, Prenzels, Seresins, as well as Westmeat Blenheim. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased from the MBC ofﬁce or Maggie Jane on Maxwell Rd. The dinner takes place at 7.30 pm, September 14.

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“Helping New Zealanders achieve ﬁnancial security and prosperity” New season, new opportunities With a change of season and spring in the air, why not look at different opportunites that could better beneﬁt you and your family. Prosper Marlborough director, Paul Fuller says it is prime time to be shopping around and looking at your different options for a safer and more secure future. Prosper Marlborough works to ensure the structure of your Home Loans and Insurances meet your expectations. Paul describes Prosper as a boutique service that provides very personalised mortgage brokerage and insurance services.

Most of the major New Zealand lenders are available to the team who sit down and talk to their clients about meeting their personal goals and needs in a comfortable and friendly environment. “We want to build up a relationship with our clients, and they will have that support going into the future,” says Paul. The team at Prosper will ensure you have the right insurance products in place to better ﬁt your situation. “We put no pressure on clients, and we aim to understand what will best suit them.” With a wealth of knowledge amongst the

team, and over 70 years industry experience, there is no better option. Prosper Marlborough has helped numerous people, from ﬁrst home buyers to those wanting to build or extend their homes. Paul has been a mortgage broker for 10 years, and with a total ﬁnancial background of 28 years, it is no wonder Prosper has become an award-winning service. And, with two Authorised Financial Advisors (AFA) in the team, you can be assured of quality advice and service. Paul and Jac have gone the extra mile and sat their AFA exams early last year.

Cooking for the community The team at Prosper Marlborough are keen to help the Marlborough community any way they can, and their new barbecue trailer will certainly come in handy for summer.

The six-burner barbecue is in the process of being built, and will be available to use, at no cost. “Any community group wanting to fundraise are most welcome to contact us.”

With only 1,967 AFA’s in the country, it is a big step forward for Prosper Marlborough. “It’s better for our clients,” says Paul. “We can make recommendations and give advice backed up by sound reasoning.” AFA’s are Government monitored and regulated, and they back up their services with ongoing professional development and training. “We believe there’s more safety and credibility, and quality assurance for our clients.” More information about AFAs can be found on the Financial Markets Authority website, http://www.fma.govt.nz/.

“It’s a way for us to give back to the community.”

Prosperous new premises Last Year Paul won the New Zealand Mortgage Brokers Association award for Mortgage Broker of the Year. He has been runner up for the award, and has also won the Nelson-Marlborough regional award a number of years. “That’s a reﬂection of the whole team here, and the level of service and support we give our clients,” says Paul.

Prosper made the big move from their Market St location to their new premises a month ago, and the beneﬁts have been worth it. The new site at 9 Nosworthy St, just a stone’s throw from town, alleviates the stress of ﬁnding a parking space in the busy CBD. With six on-site car parks, the new premises gives clients

that home-style feel and a relaxed, comfortable and stress-free environment. “It’s a two minute walk to town, and we have all the facilities and access of town without the trafﬁc and parking issues,” says Paul. “We still have the ﬂexibility to come out and see our clients too.” The new site entails a num-

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Have you begun noticing ants invading your home? With the warmer weather and summer months approaching, populations of ants nests rise and they become more active. Ants are often found in our kitchens, marching across decks in search of food or even climbing in through windows searching for dropped crumbs in bedrooms. Greig from Jae Marlborough says, “Ants seem to be particularly bad this winter, probably due to the extra heavy rain we have had over the last 2 months, driving them inside our homes. Ant treatment is most successful if a thorough investigation is made to ﬁnd their most likely nesting spots.” These pesky critters can be controlled and kept away with a few simple steps. How to control ants: Search: Locate the ant nest sites. In most cases ant nests will be in warm,

dry sandy soil, often under a rock, paving stone, driveway etc; where the nest is kept dry. On warm days search for a stream of worker ants going back and forth into a hole in the ground. It may be possible to drop bread crumbs in their path and then watch the ants carry the crumbs back the nest. Kill the queens: Use many small amounts of gel or liquid bait where you see ants or have seen them in the past. If the gel is not being taken, try the liquid bait and vice versa. Workers feed on the bait and take it back to the nest to feed and in effect kill the queen(s) and larvae. Replenish the bait regularly until you see no more (or very few) insects feeding. Only then should you use spray insecticide to eradicate the nests and to act as a barrier to further infestation.

Ants are very sensitive to strong chemicals. All dishes or containers used to hold bait should be rinsed well with clean water and dried before use. A great alternative is to use a strip of masking tape and squeeze the bait on top. The tape will hold the bait in place and can be easily removed. Stop them with barrier surface sprays: These not only kill ants that cross the treated surfaces but will also act as a barrier. Many species of ant will avoid the treated surfaces if possible. It is best to think of sprays used in and around

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picton Little theatre NZ/Aotearoa constitutional review meeting. Jos Russell, 579 4771 or email josphil@orcon.net.nz. Blenheim South Rotary Club Charity Dinner and Auction Guest Speaker Sir Ray Avery (New Zealander of the year 2010: Street kid, Scientist, Inventor, Philanthropist). There will be both a silent and live auction during the evening, items will be available for bid from 5-6pm. Tickets $60. Available from Blenheim South Rotarians, St. Marks. Phone 578 0459. Goodwill Sale At St Christopher’s Church Hall, Weld Street (Opp Countdown) this Friday 9am till noon. Usual bargains of secondhand goods and clothes. muslim Association marlborough Jummah Salaat, Fridays 12.30pm. Ramadhan Iftar Every Friday and Saturday Maghrib Time at Centre. Zayd 5783944. Fouad 0273532125. Sit and be Fit with Jeanette. Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Phone 578 5395. Quest Intermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton. Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434. tango Lessons Improvers, 7pm, Basics 8.30pm. Nurses Hall, Blenheim. Monica: 572 2667. pastel painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm, Prue: 578 8888. tai Chi Today and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Liz 027 748 6666. tunes for tots Preschool music sessions. Morning tea. 9.30am and 10.30am. Nativity Church Hall. $2 Family. 578 3909. Kidzone Riverside Community House, 3pm till 5pm.

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momentum dance Company Free dance workshop for adult learner’s week. 2 Grove Street, Blenheim. Phone Jess 021 020 43530. picton memories Book launch with Jenny MacDonald, Union Parish Centre, Picton, 2pm. Phone Jenny 573 6194. edwin Fox Society Half price day. Dunbar Warf, Picton. Rachel 573 6868. picton bead Gallery Making earrings class $5-$15. Phone 573 8165. Blenheim Men’s Shed Open Day Phone Ailsa 578 7848. Scrap Quilting Class Community Hub, Foster Street, Seddon. Phone Carol 575 7975. marlborough harriers Is the Fairhall Road Race on Ben Morven Road. Look for the ‘Harriers’ sign. The race brief will be at

1:45 pm and racing for all grades will commence at 2:00 pm. This is a handicapped event so please be there early to double-check your start time. Don’t forget to bring a plate to share for afternoon tea. A reminder that to be eligible for trophies you must have paid a full club subscription.

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people’s Sunday market The People’s Market. Sunday, Noel Leeming carpark 10am-1pm. Fruit, vegetables, jams, preserves, F/Range eggs, olive oil, whitebait, jewellery, woodware, gifts, plants, crafts, books. marlborough Farmers market Winter Market. Charles Street Carpark - 10am to 12.30pm every Sunday.

boot Sale 8am – 2pm Blenheim Railway Station car park on Grove Rd. redwood market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts.

Deb Webber Heal anD Hope tour Wednesday 3rd October Admit one $72

revolver – CirCus Club

Friday 12th – Sunday 14th October 7.30 Adults $41/$42 credit Concession 65+ $36 / $37 credit

rail Sail Picton Foreshore 10am-4pm – Miniature trains and yachts.

Vintage Farm machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Vintage Farm, Guided tours available, Doris 579 4357.

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Sunday 4th Nov @ 8pm Early Bird prices until 31 August Adults $46 Children (U12) $27

model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Murray 578 9199 or Tony 577 9776.

picton museum 10am till 4pm daily, 9 London Quay. 573 8283. pelorus Gallery 70 Main Rd, Havelock, open daily 10.30am till 4.30pm, 574 2128.

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petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789.

HeatH Franklin’s CHopper Wed 14th Nov @7.30pm Adult $39.90/$40.90 credit, Group 6+, student, Seniors 65+ and unwaged $36.90 or $37.90 credit.

tramping Club Mary 5728762.

Cyclocross marlborough and National Final Series Event Schedule: Kids Ride 13.00 - 13.15 B Grade 13.30 - 14.00. A Grade and Final of National Series 14.15 - 15.00 everyone welcome, lets get behind this event and support it. Prize-giving at Fairweathers on Scott Street.

buddhism for modern Life 10am, 573 5379.

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Wednesday 21st November The Wisheart Room Admit One: $52/$53 Credit Card

blenheim bonsai 2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679. marlborough Guild of Woodworkers Brayshaw Park, open workshop 1-4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm: 578 8809.

museum 26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park. Daily 10am till 4pm.

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Wednesday 12th September - Saturday 22nd September 2012 @ 7.30pm - Sunday show 4pm Adult: $29.50/$30.50 Credit Child (u19) $21.50/ $22.50 Credit Senior(65+)/Group(10+) $25.50/ $26.50 credit

marlborough rock and mineral Club 10am-4pm every Sunday at Brayshaw Park.

marlborough holiday expo 2012 Marlborough Convention Centre 10am till 3pm. Free entry. marlborough Freshwater Anglers’ Club Introduction to trout fishing. Taylor riverbank, Nelson St car park, 9am till noon. Fly and spin casting, knots, lures, streamside tactics, and good fishing spots.

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picton rowing Club Open morning 9am till 11am. Phone Susan 573 7790. ecoWorld Aquarium $2 Day For adult Learners Week. Foreshore Picton, 11am-5pm Phone 573 6030. Avantiplus blenheim recreational ride Sunday morning ride depart 9.00 from AvantiPlus Blenheim this ride is designed to suit all levels: - recreational riders, lots of fun.

l Club marlborough rock and minera aw ysh bra 10am-4pm every Sunday at park.

marlborough bunch riders Leave every Sunday at 9am from Cycleworld on Charles St, catering for cyclists of all abilities. For a social ride for two hours or less, and a coffee and chat to finish, just turn up. See Facebook page – Marlborough Bunch Riders for more information.

pony Club Pony Club Grounds, New Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.

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By Annabelle Latz sensation of Ben Breeze now knows theused to think grass between his toes, andhilarious. that sausage rolls were just in Blenheim a The four year-old arrived and sister, after year ago with his mum, dad Tokyo was left their home city 60km from on March 12, in ruins after the earthquake 2011. Kent were born His parents Katrina and Kent’s work had in the South Island, but Ben was born taken them to Japan, although Japan shortly to in Singapore and moved afterwards. was born His 14 month-old sister Isabella in Japan. Lorraine They joined their grandmother and Kent’s Milmine here in Blenheim, is Japamother who lives in Christchurch nese. apartment on The Breeze family had an building at Tothe top ﬂoor of a 16-storey Narita, where in kyo’s International Airport business, the hotel the in involved Kent was day their lives changed. Katrina nap, afternoon an Ben was having and Kent had just was playing with Isabella, coffee. come upstairs for an afternoon there to be an “It was never unusual for to them, most Ben Breeze 4 years and earthquake, we just got usedblink they are his family. Dad Kent, mum Japanese people don’t even Isabella Katrina and sister so common,” said Kent. 14 months old. CONTINUED PAGE 3.

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By Annabelle Latz Sustainability is a word that must be on the forefront for new entrants into the wine industry. It has been a couple of years since Peter Yealands saw a new potential in the vine cuttings lying between the rows after pruning. “Typically, they have been mulched up with a rotary slasher, to break down into the soil.” But with environmental wellbeing always on the forefront of Peter’s mind, he decided to bale them up, and burn them to heat water to be used in the wine making process. “We have seen it as a resource that can be used better; we were burning an enormous amount of LPG gas each year to heat water.” Pruning is the single biggest cost for a vineyard operation, so to save money on this output was ideal. “And we have reduced our carbon footprint by 161 tonnes per year by burning the bales of vines.” That is according to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority. After initially mak-

ing his own round baler from two existing conventional balers, Peter then imported two purpose-built balers from Italy - speciﬁc for dealing with the thick stems of the vine prunings. A dry bale weighs about 300kg, and burns in the purpose-built burning unit, which was imported from the USA, for two to three hours. Because they are seasoned for six months before being burned, the bales burn dry and clean. “It’s equivalent to 150kg of domestic heating coal, or, believe it or not, 100kg of LPG gas, which is nearly10 barbeque bottles.” The burning bales heat the water that is used as either hot water to heat the wine, or used to assist the heating of the glycol - the refrigerant to cool the wine. “This application ﬁts our needs and ethos. We go out on a limb to be sustainable.” Currently, the 2-3% of vines cuttings baled each year produces 2000 bales, and the rest of the cuttings are mulched up. Mulching and baling is the same cost. “Any new winer y

Peter Yealands among the vine cutting at Yealands. Photo supplied would have to give this consideration.” The entries have just closed for the Green awards, an international competition based in London, where Yealands has its entry. Still buzzing from their runner-up status in the Drinks Business Green Awards earlier this year, Peter is conﬁdent sustainability is on the right

track for him and his team. “In 2008 when we opened I said it was our goal to be in the top ﬁve wineries in New Zealand, and be recognised as being the most sustainable wine business in the world. We are within reach of this.” Yealands was runner-up to a Chilean business, Emiliana, which Yealands works closely with.

Investigation into ‘white space’ broadband urged A report on the use of new ‘white space’ technology, which has the potential to provide inexpensive, high-speed broadband for remote areas, has been welcomed by Rural Women New Zealand, as a possible solution for consumers unable to beneﬁt from the Rural Broadband Initiative. The TV White Space Technology for Rural Communications repor t was wr it ten by independent Wellington-based telecommunications consultant, Jon Brewer, funded by InternetNZ through its Community Projects Fund. “Rural Women New Zealand

has strongly advocated for more to be done to level the playing ﬁeld for people who live in areas where the terrain or remote location mean that the only option is satellite broadband, which comes at a signiﬁcant cost and is affected by weather conditions,” says Liz Evans, RWNZ’s national president. “This report suggests that using available television spectrum could offer a low cost, effective broadba nd alter native for rural areas, and one that, we understand, would not be affected by weather conditions and trees. “We would encourage our

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Boy behind the bow Story and photo by Annabelle Latz The first experience Kadin Willis had of shooting something with his bow and arrow could be described as a real let down. He was just a toddler, and it was the tyre of his mum and dad’s car. The 16 year-old from Blenheim has been following his dad Matt Willis around the hunting scene since he could walk. Kadin’s bow he shoots with now is a far cry from the stick that started his passion. He holds numerous bow hunting national titles and records, and last evening he featured on Maori Television’s programme ‘Hunting Aotearoa.’ “My dad has always hunted, and I just followed suit,” said Kadin. Most days after school, and certainly at the weekends, he is never far from his camo gear, hiking boots and his bow and arrow. He can often be found up the Waihopai Valley and Wairau Valley, and his favourite hunting spots are D’Urville Island and the Southern Alps. From stoats and possums to stags and boars, Kadin has his eyes and ears fine tuned for anything that crosses his path. “You have to get significantly close.

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I shot a pig the other day up the Waihopai Valley from about eight metres.” It was no small pig either, weighing about 115 pounds, with big tusks, really big. “People think pigs go oink oink. But they don’t. They roar.” Accuracy is a major priority when using a bow and arrow. “There’s a sense of insecurity, because it’s just you and your bow, so you must get the right spot.” “They’re tough animals, and intimidating. I get scared all the time.” At 12 years-old he won the New Zealand Bow Hunters Society’s Master Bow Hunter Award – the youngest ever recipient. Kadin shot his first deer when he was 12 years-old, chamois when he was 14 years-old, and then when he was 15 years-old; holding three New Zealand titles for being the youngest behind the bow. Kadin shot his first pig with a rifle three months ago, when his bow and arrow was away getting repaired. “I prefer the bow, I’ve seen the challenge of bow hunting.” Kadin’s mum Lisa is very proud of her son, who helps to keep the freezers full, and is following his dream. “He’s been at it since he was kneehigh to a grasshopper.”

Kadin Willis said hunting with his bow can be intimidating at times, but it fuels his passion for sport.

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On the right track with land care By Annabelle Latz Land owners in Marlborough are proactive at looking after their land from an ecological point of view, and this needs to continue. The annual report for the ‘Significant Natural Areas Project – 2011/2012’ was presented at yesterday’s Environment Committee Meeting in Blenheim. Nicky Eade is Marlborough District Council’s Environmental Scientist for Land Resources, and has been closely involved with the project that began in 2003. Since the project began, 281 land owners have participated, 705 areas of natural signiﬁcance have been identiﬁed, on 44,956 hectares of land. “Protecting these sites is now the empha-

sis,” said Nicky. She was pleased that landowners were embracing the voluntary nature of the project, but more action was needed to restore natural landscapes in the region. There have been 74 projects done with landowners so far, involving activities like fencing off waterways and replanting. “It’s a good start, but it’s only 10% if the 705 sites, or 4% of the total area identiﬁed. We have a lot more to do.” Nicky said one of the main features of the project was its voluntary nature, with no rules or regulations. “It’s a real credit to the 74 land owners that have come to the Council, and been proactive in protecting their land.”

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Trainee Draughtsperson Marlborough Lines is a leading edge company that delivers electricity throughout Marlborough. We seek applications from people interested in training as a draughtsperson. Applicants need a sound knowledge of mathematics and science as well as a willingness to work hard and learn. If you are a motivated individual looking for a career in this exciting industry you can obtain a job description and application form by contacting our reception on 03 577 7007. Alternatively you can email us at info@linesmarl.co.nz or download them from our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Completed applications and CVs should be returned to: Engineering Manager Marlborough Lines Ltd PO Box 144 Blenheim 7240

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Network Customer Advisor Marlborough Lines is a leading edge company that delivers electricity throughout Marlborough. We seek applications from people interested in the above position. The work will involve:  Programming, downloading and analysis of dataloggers used to monitor supply to both Network assets and customer installations.  Providing advice to customers including issues such as pricing, technical matters, fuse sizing etc.  Organising and coordinating the power supply to a wide range of local events.  Monitoring and checking of metering data for revenue assurance. Applicants should hold registration as an electrical inspector and have the ability to communicate and interact well with a wide range of people. If you are highly motivated, have the skills and experience to add value to Marlborough Lines and our customers and want a career in this exciting industry , you can obtain a job description and application form by contacting our reception on 03 577 7007. Alternatively you can email us at info@linesmarl.co.nz or download them from our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Completed applications and CVs should be returned to: Engineering Manager Marlborough Lines Ltd PO Box 144 Blenheim 7240 Applications close Friday 28 September 2012

Marlborough Softball Association are holding a Muster Day for players (U7Seniors) in all grades that are interested in playing softball in 2012/2013 Where: A & P Park on Maxwell road When: Saturday 15 Sept 2012 at 11am If you are unable to attend or require further information Contact the Secretary Vicki on 03 984 9917 or email to clyde@opto.net.nz Come along and join in situation vacant

Food & Beverage Attendant We are looking for a Food & Beverage Attendant to join our motivated and energetic team. You'll be an enthusiastic and approachable person who is motivated to consistently deliver a great customer experience. Ideally, you'll have a real passion for hospitality and possess the ability to interact well with guests. Evening work including some weekends. Previous experience also preferred but not essential as full training provided. Customer focus, speed and people skills are paramount. Please apply to: Ph: 0210488071 E: admin@bamboogarden.co.nz

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Fundraising and Promotions Coordinator Marlborough Community Hospice Trust has a vacancy for a Fundraising and Promotions Coordinator. This leadership role is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies for the organisation. The objective of this role is securing operating income for the Hospice through achieving optimum returns from their retail outlet, obtaining funding through grant applications along with event coordination and management. The key to your success in this role is the ability to maintain excellent relationships with volunteers, community groups, local businesses and community partners. The successful applicant will be highly organised, self motivated and able to work under pressure, have excellent communication, administration and presentation skills. Experience in retail management, event management and fundraising would be an advantage. For an informal discussion about this position please contact Michelle Connor.

To find out more or to apply, please contact MICHELLE CONNOR Branch Manager Fanselow Bell Ltd by Tuesday, 11 September 2012 103 Market Street PO Box 1043, Blenheim Tel: (03) 579 4794 Fax: (03) 579 4792 michelle.connor@ fbhr.co.nz www.fbhr.co.nz FA N S E LO W • B E L L PEOPLE FOR PERFORMANCE

Marlborough Marine Radio Assn. is seeking a volunteer VHF marine radio operator working 1-2 days per week from home. Training and all necessary equipment supplied. Monthly honorarium. Contact MMRA, PO Box 55, Picton 7250, Phone 03 573 8851 Email: mmradio@xtra.co.nz

Registered Nurse Marlborough After Hours GP Service The Marlborough After Hours GP Service is provided at the Wairau Hospital Campus, Hospital Road, on weekday evenings and at weekends. If you are a NZ Registered Nurse with experience in general practice and would enjoy supporting a small nursing team providing nursing care for patients attending the Marlborough After Hours GP services this position may suit you. For more information including a copy of the job description or to apply please contact Angela Henry-Gifford angehg@marlboroughpho.org.nz or phone 03 520 6200

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