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Author dies Beloved childrens’ author Margaret Mahy passes away.

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The home in Renwick that helped Clarke Construction win a Gold award at the Nelson Marlborough Region Registered Master Builders PlaceMakers 2012 House of the Year awards, announced last week.

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Blenheim builders strike gold Great workmanship is what creates golden opportunities at building awards.

This was the belief of Andrew Lawson of Andrew Lawson Builder, and Ant Clarke of Clarke Construction.

Both Marlborough building companies won a gold award in the Nelson Marlborough Region Registered Master Builders Placemakers 2012 House of the Year awards, for their houses in Blenheim and Renwick respectively, for between $600,000 and $1 million.

This was the first time the two regions had been conglomerated for the competition – a reflection on the current quiet building climate according to both award winners.

The results were announced last Friday even-

ing in Nelson.

Ant Clarke said attention to detail was a key to the gold award for the house built in Renwick, and designed by Wulf Borrmeister Architect, of Christchurch.

“It’s about moving with technology, and at the end of the day it all comes down to workmanship.”

Points were accumulated over different categories, and a score of above 90% had to be achieved for gold.

“To get gold is very difficult, so we were pleased,” said Ant. Last year the company won both the Marlborough Master Builder House of the Year and the Renovation of the Year, and went on to

win the National title of Supreme Renovation of the Year.

Ant said building is picking up again now in Marlborough.

“There’s probably no better time to build than now, because once Christchurch kicks off, it will effect Marlborough as tradespeople go down there.”

Andrew Lawson said the points system was like a pyramid, with only the top few entrants achieving gold, whose work is assessed on workmanship, design and functionality.

“We have been around for a long time and we know what we’re doing. It’s nice to have another result - it’s fantastic to get gold.”

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A wonderful author and a colourful kiwi icon

By Annabelle Latz Margaret Mahy shared wonderful moments in the Marlborough Sounds with her good friend and fellow children’s author Joy Cowley.

One of New Zealand’s favourite authors, Margaret, 76, died on Monday in Christchurch, after being diagnosed with cancer in April.

Joy lived at Fish Bay in the Marlborough Sounds for 20 years, and it is still a favourite holiday spot for her family.

“Margaret and I had a lot of fun together. We had various coincidences,” said Joy. They met in the early 1970’s.

The year they were born and the year their first book was published, were the same.

Margaret’s first book, published in 1969, was A Lion in the Meadow, and Joy’s, also 1969, was The Duck and the Gun. “And we both discovered we had got a tattoo in the same year, we both had a rose on our arm.”

Joy remembered one particular visit to Margaret’s Governors Bay home during the 1980’s.

“We got lost once when Margaret picked me up from Christchurch. We made up a story that someone had stolen the road. So I ended up writing a story called ‘The Road Robber,’ which was used as part of a reading programme.”

Joy said Margaret always had lots of animals.

“She showed me that rabbits don’t stop growing when you keep feeding them. Her rabbits were like small dogs.”

Margaret’s wonderful colour and imagination has been shared with generations New Zealanders through her short stories and New Zealand School Journal Pieces, like ‘The Wind between the Stars,’ and ‘The Little Witch.’

Margaret Mahy Joy Cowley “She always seemed to work Joy said she wrote and spoke Joy Cowley is releasing another chilat 600%, she was always there superbly, speaking as effortlessly dren’s book very soon called Dunger. for everybody.”

It is set in the Marlborough Sounds.

“She always dressed up when she about children’s fiction as she did about Lindy Kelly is a farmer near Nelson, went to schools, often using wigs, or a quantum physics.

‘Memory’ was a book published and has written 25 children’s books. witch’s outfit.”

She said Margaret has been a huge In the 1970’s Joy and Margaret in 1987, which Joy said was about produced a television programme with Margaret’s auntie who also lived in inspiration, both for her own writing TV1, about their lives as authors, called Governors Bay, who suffered from and for many New Zealanders.

Alzheimer’s.

“What I most admire was that she Kaleidoscope.

Joy will miss her dear colourful felt comfortable with being different.”

“It was being filmed at Margaret’s ‘The Witch and the Cherry Tree’ and house in Governors Bay. She was friend, and said it was a shock learning walking down the road in an emperor about Margaret’s cancer of the jaw a ‘Memory’ are two favourite books of Lindy’s. penguin suit. The traffic nearly left the couple of months’ ago.

“Never look back,” was the parting Lindy’s latest book she had published, road with people staring, but she didn’t words to one friend making her final ‘The Ghost of Brian McBoggarty,’ was even notice.”

Joy remembers the producers asking visit to Margaret in Nurse Maude written with inspiration drawn from Margaret’s wonderful nature. for a closing line for the programme. Hospice in Christchurch last week.

Joy remembers various writers’ con“She was so colourful, I applaud “Straight away Margaret said ‘When one embarks on a weekend convivial, it ferences they attended over the years. that.”

“If there was a loud group of people Magaret Mahy wrote more than can be serious, it can be trivial.’”

“She had an extraordinary freedom with laughter, it would have been a 200 books and poems and won many group of people around Margaret.” prestigious children’s book awards. of intellect.”

Blenheim builders strike gold Continued from page 1 For the last two years Andrew has been president of Master Builders, and said he had a good feeling about the gold-winning house his company built in Blenheim by the Taylor River, which was designed

by Marlborough architect Jimma Dillon.

“We love building, and it shows,” said Andrew.

He said his company has still been busy, despite the last couple of years showing a trend of less building going on.

Harris Builders in Nelson took out the PlaceMakers Supreme Award for the House of the

Year for its build of a home in Monaco, Nelson in the New Homes $600,000 - $1 million category.

The company also took out the Sustainable Homes $500,000 - $1 million category, the Craftsmanship Award and the Outdoor Living Award.

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Donations flood in for Hospice ball auction Auction items for the Hospice Marlborough fundraising ball this weekend are coming in thick and fast.

And along the way, people are learning that being old or sick is not a requirement to be involved in the organisation.

Debby Jensen, from Hair by Kardos, said this has been the biggest challenge for herself and workmate Donna Tupoutoa.

“We are just organising the ball because we want to do it, and some people are confused by this.”

But the event planned for this Saturday July 28, at The Winery in Riverlands, is proving very popular.

There have been 170 tickets sold so far, with 215 available in total.

“It would be neat if we could sell out,” said Debby.

She said the generosity people have shown along the way has been the highlight of organising the ball.

“Offers of auction items have just

come out of the blue, and that’s the nicest thing.”

Almost all items have been donated, including all the food.

“We never ever thought we would have got what we got.”

Footloose Blenheim has also made a very generous donation, 48 pairs of beautiful women’s slippers worth over $1900.

“The level of care provided by Hospice was extraordinary when I had a close family member ill, so it is a pleasure to make this donation,” Footloose owner Jos Smith said.

Hospice fundraising and promotions officer Natalie Lawler was thrilled with the slippers and said they would be gratefully received by patients.

“What an amazing and lovely idea to donate slippers. They are beautiful and will make our patients feel really special.”

Tickets for the ball are $85 each.

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Citizens AdviCe BureAu reCeive grAnt The Lottery Grants Board awarded Citizens Advice Bureau Marlborough a grant of $4,500 this week.

Bureau treasurer Mike Pink said they receive a cheque from the Board each year, and this year the funds have gone towards the general running of the Bureau.

“This will help us continue to deliver a high quality service to the people of Marlborough,” he said.

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To find out more information, phone Natalie Lawler at Hospice Marlborough, 578 1373, Debby and Donna at Hair by Kardos, 5788 044, or visit the Hospice Shop on Cleghorn St.

something every time they read.”

The ‘thriller’ style books he has so far written are aimed for both genders.

“I’m trying to get more people into real settings, because a lot of kids only read fantasy.”

Denis said he has always been ‘smart’ about his approach to encourage his students to read.

He will read the first two or three chapters with them, leading them into the story.

“I try to make it exciting from the first page.”

His other three books, ‘Silence of Fear,’ ‘Playing for Keeps,’ and ‘Face,’ are set in the Marlborough Sounds, and read widely by high school students.

“I would say I’m an author. But I’m retired, (from being a teacher) so I like to play a little golf, take the dog for a walk, and I like to write every day.”

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Marlborough viticulturist Matthew Duggan took the honours at the regional Markhams Young Viticulturist of the Year competition last Friday, improving on his third placing last year.

Matthew works for Treasury Wine Estates (Matua Valley), and took out the award against six other local wine industry hopefuls and another from Nelson.

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Hooked from the first page Story and photo by Annabelle Latz When novel reading becomes an experience, rather than a task, Denis Martin (pictured right) knows he has been a successful author.

The former Marlborough Boys’ College English teacher is launching his fourth Young Adult novel early next month, called Marked.

“It’s about ordinary kids suddenly faced with an extraordinary situation that is frightening, threatening and dangerous,” he said.

It is set in the Coromandel, a change from his previous three novels which have been set in Marlborough.

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More funds needed to help Sustain our Sounds Sustain our Sounds chairman Danny Boulton (right) has a request for the people of Marlborough to help the group save the Marlborough Sounds from a giant salmon farm.

With the Environmental Legal Assistant Fund reaching its capping for funding, Sustain our Sounds is calling for further support to cover costs for expert witnesses.

Sustain our Sounds Inc chair Danny Boulton said this has occurred through the added process of facilitation and discussion of offshore experts.

“There are ongoing costs that can’t be foreseen. This is a rollercoaster ride where you can’t hold back until all funds are available otherwise you miss the boat,” he said.

“To date we have supported our case with raised funds and extensive amounts of pro bono work. We have called offshore experts on a diverse range of subjects.

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others have to be paid in full and they don’t come cheap.”

Danny urged people who were serious about retaining the Sounds they cherish, to realise the applications will have a very detrimental effect on all those things they value.

“We have one of the rarest seabirds in the world, the king shag. Its habitat is at risk and there are just over 600 of these birds.

King Salmon continue to modify predator nets yet marine mammals, dolphins and seals, keep dying.

We can learn from overseas experience. Salmon farms are a menace for biodiversity, commercial and recreational fishing and tourism. They leave behind a seabed devoid of life and as we have seen a biosecurity threat’.

Danny said Sustain our Sounds has a

very strong case but it can only be fought once.

The group has projected a $20,000 top up is needed to optimise opportunities.

“Every little helps. For those who have made contributions, thank you.”

For those who would like to contribute, please visit the website www.sustainoursounds.org.

“We are fighting a budget in excess of $6m from a majority offshore owned billion dollar family and the government has contributed $500,000 for the promotion of King Salmon product, not what you would call a fair playing field,” said Danny.

Contact Danny Boulton, Chair Sustain our Sounds Inc, adventure@seasafaris. co.nz

Theatre tenders due Tenders for the construction of the new ASB Civic Theatre close tomorrow.

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By Robbie Parkes Recent tremors have given the region a bit of a scare, but residents can put their minds at ease if they take heed of the New Zealand ShakeOut message.

The Ministry of Civil Defence run a national exercise every two years that gives focus to a specific natural disaster, and suitably this year it is earthquakes.

T he New Z ea la nd ShakeOut drill will take place at 9.26am on Wednesday, September 26, as part of the Get Ready, Get Through week.

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quake will run for the public to take part in on the day.

It is still a while away, but the push to get people to register for the exercise on the ShakeOut website has begun, and Marlborough Emergency Services Group emergency services manager Ross Hamilton is at the forefront.

Many schools in the region have signed up on the website, and Ross is encouraging families, individuals and businesses to do the same.

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At 9.35pm a 20 year old male factory worker was arrested for Assault and Wilful Damage after a domestic related incident at a Riversdale address where he has allegedly assaulted his brother and broken a glass window pane. He has been bailed to appear before the Blenheim District Court on the 30th of July.

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He said families should have plans in place if the worse were to happen, and need to instill those messages in their children.

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By Robbie Parkes After making waves in the Telecom sales department, Blenheim woman Aysha Bradley will hit the surf on an all expenses paid trip to Hawaii.

The retail sales consultant for the communication giant’s Blenheim branch won the trip for two after her sales record earned her the title of Top Hybrid Sales Person in New Zealand.

She was invited to the awards dinner in Auckland last Wednesday, not knowing she had won until her name was read out at the ceremony.

“I was quite surprised and honored,” she said.

“I’ve won televisions and phones through selling at work, but nothing this big before.”

Sales made throughout the financial year (July 2011 to June 2012) were recorded and added to a tally for each salesperson across the country.

Aysha attributes the win to her drive and the customer experience she provides.

Along with a lucky friend from Wellington and a number of other award winners, Aysha will spend one week in the islands from September 18.

Blenheim telecom retail sales consultant Aysha Bradley has won an all expenses paid trip to Hawaii after winning top Hybrid sales Person in New Zealand.

She said America has always been high on her list of countries to visit Planned activites are available with plenty of free time for relaxation, but her goal is to learn how to surf.

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Sun readers have their say...

Q: Do you understand the proposed asset sales and what are your views on them?

Paul Fletcher Blenheim

Josh McKay Blenheim

Louise Whitmarsh-Everiss Blenheim

Joan Bottom Blenheim

Ian Brokenshire Blenheim

Yes, but my view is to keep what is owned by New Zealand in New Zealand

by New Zealander’s.

I have a good understanding of them and I can see where John Keys is coming from but at the same time I don’t agree because it’s our assets and we should keep them Kiwi.

Yes I do understand, but I don’t agree with selling assets off, because once we lose them they’ll be hard to get back. It’s a short term gain and a long term loss if we do sell them.

Yes I understand them and I feel we need to get New Zealand working economically again. We need money so it’s essential to sell some of our assets to keep the country afloat.

I understand them. I don’t like to sell family silver, but if you haven’t got socks you can’t pull them up.

So if you can’t pay debts you need to look at selling assets. It comes down to a valued judgment of what you can afford to do.

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Steve Reid Blenheim Yes I do, but I don’t agree with them because it doesn’t make financial sense to sell off our strategic assets which are our cash flow to pay off supposed debts.

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Dear Ed, Lets get to and help save the sounds so that they will have a lawyer. I’m sad I left it so late but I’ll donate. Come on help before it’s too late.

K. Warren

Free speech?

Dear Ed, In reply to Chris Fortune’s offer to fund a oneway trip out of New Zealand to a certain critic, does this mean he will also do the same for all of Her Majesty’s Opposition in Parliament? The only difference I can see between the two is that the Opposition gets paid for its criticism (and by the taxpayer, what’s more!). Has Mr. Fortune not heard of the phrase “free speech”? To quote: “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” (Evelyn Beatrice Hall, The Friends of Voltaire).

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Dear Ed, What a great short story on Ken Lawrence (right), (Weds 18th Sun Newspaper).

I started work as an apprentice mechanic at River Park Motors Nov 1964, Ken was a Senior Mechanic there at the time and I can remember he was trying to get a motor up and running that ran on Hydrogen or water, thats 47 years ago, so he has been trying hard to get something working for a long time.

Ken and his brother Stan were mad keen speed boat racers, speed boats were a big part of Marlborough at that time,

Tru Jen etc.

The Lawrence family lived down the road from us in South Street, as a young 7 or 8 years old I can remember Stan taking me for a spin around Waikawa bay in his stepped Hydroplane, I think it was called Thunder Bolt, not sure, it was a long time ago.

As a youngster we always looked forward to speed boat racing near the old Ferry Bridge on the Wairau River on a Sunday, great times, great memories.

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Karting to the top

Two brothers, Tayler and Cooper Forbes are aiming high, as Celeste Lodewyk finds out.

Many of New Zealand’s racing greats, including the likes of Jason Richards and Scott Dixon share one commonality.

They all began their motorsport careers as youngsters behind the wheel of a go-kart.

To achieve what these driver have is part of a lifelong goal shared by two brothers, Tayler and Cooper Forbes who are karting their way to the top.

Tayler (16) and Cooper (9) have been members of the Marlborough Kart Club for around four years and both admit it has been a great sport that has “kept them out of hospital and trouble”.

“I wanted to get into racing motorbikes but Dad thought I would break too many bones.

“So he gave me the choice, broken bones or karting,” Tayler laughs.

Wa t c h i n g h i s brother from the sidelines Cooper

initially wasn’t interested in following in his footsteps, but after his first lap around the track he was hooked.

“I was busy running around being a pain so Dad suggested I give it a go,” Cooper jokes.

“When I finally did I ended up crashing through a fence and getting chucked out, but I loved it and got straight back in and kept on racing,” he grins.

When Tayler began karting he struggled at first with his weight and size as he was significantly bigger than most other kids in the Club.

Now he has settled into the Rotax Heavy class racing others his own size and is starting to achieve some podium results here and on other tracks throughout the South Island.

Tayler also had the opportunity recently to represent the South Island at the KartSport NZ National Schools

Championship held at the beginning of this month.

“I didn’t do as well as I had hoped as I had to race in a lighter class, but I did ok with my times and finished 12th.

“It was good practice for nationals next year and an opportunity to get to know the track,” he says.

For Cooper the podium finishes have also come into close view as he begins to dominate in his Cadet (6-12-years) class.

Cooper has won a number of local events including Club Champs and the Marlborough Enduro, and has achieved some fourth placings outside of the region.

Another event where Tayler and Cooper raced well in was the Top of the South Sun Belts 2012 challenge, where they both won second place in their classes.

“Bot h boys are starting to come on form a nd get up amongst

the front runners,” says proud father Shaun.

For parents Shaun and Trudy Forbes motorsport has played a major role within their own families, and is now providing some exciting opportunities for Tayler and Cooper.

Trudy’s brother Gary Orton operates a Toyota Racing Series team in Nelson with business partner Guy Griffith called Victory Motor Racing.

One of his drivers Damon Leitch who was in last year’s team took on Tayler as a pit crew member.

“It was great learning from those guys as it’s the direction I want to go in,” Tayler says.

For Cooper, it was meeting the late Jason Richards which spurred him to pursue his passion for motorsport.

“Jason spent some time with me and told me

to live my dream, it’s something I’ll always remember,” he says.

Shaun’s experience in karting has also provided invaluable, from competing all over the South Island to holding the Marlborough Club Championship for three years running.

“I began karting in 1987 and have always believed it is one of the best ways to prepare yourself for driving on the open road.

“You talk to any professional driver and they will say they have been in a kart at least once.

“It’s one of the safest motorsports around with rare incidences of injuries and now that Tayler is driving to Nelson every weekend to attend college, Trudy and I have full confidence in his driving ability and we don’t have to worry about him,” Shaun says.

For more information about karting, race dates and contacts; check out the Marlborough Kart Club’s website kartsportmarlborough.co.nz

Photo: Tayler (left) and Cooper Forbes

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Senior Living Donna Oldfield is the face of Bupa Medical Alarms in the Marlborough District.

She loves being involved in the local community helping older people stay safe in their own homes.

To chat with her about a Bupa medical alarm, call free on 0800 60 80 99. www.bupa.co.nz

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Bupa Technology allows more freedom Bupa Personal Medical Alarms have a variety of new technology aimed at helping older people with dementia or other medical conditions stay in their homes for longer.

As new medical alarm technologies continue to grow in popularity and peoples’ desire to stay at home longer increases, health and care company Bupa has invested in sourcing compatible technology to make staying at home easier.

This range of sensors, help detect both activity and inactivity, when the person is moving about or not moving. These sensors either link to a personal pager used by the carer (in the same house), or link to the Bupa monitoring centre, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This is the first time this technology has been linked in this way in New Zealand. This allows the person whose activity needs to be continually monitored more freedom in the home. Their carer can be more relaxed, secure in the knowledge that they will be alerted immediately, if needed.

There are three products available for supporting carers and people living with dementia or other

medical conditions.

A pressure mat sensor which can be placed in a range of locations and will trigger a pager or send a call to the monitoring centre when the person with dementia crosses the path of the mat, indicating that they are on the move.

The bed occupancy sensor works in a similar way and is activated when the person with dementia gets out of bed which in turn alerts the pager of the person in the home caring for them. This sensor can be set at various levels depending on the normal movement of the person ie. It can be set to trigger after the person has been absent from the bed after a set amount of time. This sensor can also be used for inactivity ie. If the person does not get out of bed at the pre determined time an alert will also be sent.

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Senior Living Retirement planning in your thirties

The years following your 30th birthday are full of changes.

While high school seems like a long time ago, retirement feels even further away.

But planning for your retirement is an important goal, and if you have not done anything about it up until now, your 30’s are the perfect time to set a plan.

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The ‘Sandwich Generation’ Are you part of the ‘Sandwich Generation”?

An increasing number of people in their 50’s and 60’s are finding themselves caught in the middle of financing the costs of aging parents and paying for children’s college fees, all while they are funding their own retirement. This is the Sandwich generation!

Until recent years the need to at least partially support both aging parents and adult children simply didn’t exist, but today it is caused in part because lifespans are much longer than in years past.

How to avoid Sandwich Generation problems: - Preserve your assets. Encourage your children to finance all, or part of their own tertiary education, and use your parents own assets to finance their care for as long as possible.

- Plan ahead. Keep the sandwich generation trend in mind when you’re projecting what kind of income you’ll need in retirement. Be sure to consider the possibility that one or more of your children may need to come back home for awhile, raising your monthly costs or maybe delaying your plan to move to a smaller home.

- Assess the situation before sandwich

savings.

However it is estimated that around 40% of New Zealanders over the age of 65 rely on NZ Super alone.

Most likely, there will be a gap between the income NZ Super provides, and the income you want in retirement.

So you will need to have other sources of your own such as: Income and lump sums from retirement savings schemes like KiwiSaver, other pensions and workplace savings, investments, and cash deposits.

Other sources of income could include investment income from the sale or rental of property, the sale of a business or an inheritance.

generation problems arise. As early as possible, talk with your parents about their assets, how they want to live as they age, what kind of health care and lifesaving measures they do or don’t want, and who should make legal and medical decisions for them if they are no longer able to handle their own affairs.

This may be a difficult and uncomfortable conversation for you and your parents, but answering these questions while there is still time to plan ahead can help you both avoid a lot of issues later on.

- Put yourself first. Because you’re both a conscientious parent and a dutiful child, you may be tempted to put your own needs after those of your aging parents and adult children if you find yourself in a sandwich generation scenario. Don’t!

The only person who can save for your retirement is you. To avoid many sandwich generation problems--and help your parents and your children--you first have to keep your own financial house in order.

Finally, don’t forget that being part of the sandwich generation and caring for others can be hard on your physical and emotional health as well as your financial well-being.

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How to reduce your risk of injury from falling

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• Remove items you might trip over • Remove small throw rugs or use double sided tape to keep the rugs from slipping • Keep items you use often within easy reach. Avoid using ladders or step stools • Have safety handles installed next to your toilet, in your tub or shower • Use non-slip mats in the bath tub or shower • Improve the lighting in your home. Use lamp shades or frosted bulbs to reduce glare • Install handrails and extra lighting in stairways • Wear shoes that give good support and have thin non-slip soles

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And ask your pharmacist for a complete list of side effects you might expect when taking them.

Have your vision checked regularly: Vision problems can increase your chances of falling.

You may be wearing the wrong glasses, or have a condition such as glaucoma or cataracts that causes vision problems or limits your vision.

To reduce your risk of falling, have your vision checked by an eye specialist every year for early detection and correction of vision problems.

Is Your TV Ready for the Digital Switchover?

The New Zealand Government has announced that New Zealand TV is going digital, which means the current free-to-air analogue transmission will be replaced by a free-to-air digital only transmission.

This digital switchover will take place in stages, from September 2012.

If you want to continue watching free-to-air television when your region completes the switch from analogue to digital, your TV will need to go digital.

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Most of the vitamins also facilitate the body mechanism and carry out functions which are not performed by any other nutrient.

Below are a list of vitamins and their health benefits.

Remember: Seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist on what vitamins and dosage are suited to your individual needs.

Vitamin A or Retinol: Eye disorders, acne, skin disorders, infections, healing of wounds.

Vitamin B1 or Thiamine: Beriberi, heart diseases, indigestion, body metabolism, blood circulation, brain development.

Vitamin B2 or Riboflavin: Cataract, skin disorders, body metabolism, immunity, nervous system, anemia.

Vitamin B3 or Niacin: Weakness, digestion, nervous system, skin disorders, migraine, heart disorders, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, diarrhea.

Vitamin B5 or Pantothenic Acid: Stress, arthritis, infections, skin disorders, greying of hair, high cholesterol.

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Vitamin B12 or Cyanocobalamin: Anemia, smoking, pregnancy, liver disorders, kidney disorders, mouth ulcers.

Vitamin C or Ascorbic Acid: Eye disorders, cancer, scurvy, common cold, infections, diabetes, stress, high blood cholesterol, heart diseases, cancer, high blood pressure, kidney disorders, internal bleeding, piles, corneal ulcers, inflammations, lead poisoning, immunity.

Vitamin D: Rickets, arthritis, tooth decay, bone repair, immunity, blood pressure, diabetes.

Vitamin E or Tocopherol: Anti-aging, skin care, heart diseases, blood circulation, sterility, brain function, menopause, painful menstrual cycles, eye disorders.

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They are foods that have been determined to have high levels of nutrients in concentration and are believed to have a positive effect on your health.

These foods will be high in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and dietary fibre. They are the natural way to get what your body needs to function at its utmost best.

Some of the best sources of Super Foods are in the produce section of your supermarket.

Blueberries top the list of everyone from doctors to dieticians as one of the best. This is because they are packed with antioxidants, potassium, and Vitamin C. Another in the fruit family is oranges. Everyone knows that oranges are the best source of Vitamin C. They were the fruit that wiped out the potentially deadly scurvy that used to afflict sailors on long voyages.

Pick up any of the foods on the list below and you are well on your way to natural health benefits!

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LAMPE: Willem and Heidi (nee Bishell) are excited to announce the long awaited arrival of Willem Henricus (Willem Jnr) on July 10 2012 weighing in at 9lb 4oz. Special thanks to Shona Wills, Melissa Smith and the amazing surgical and maternity ward teams. Photo provided.

LAUGESEN: Richard and Anna, (nee Ritchie), are absolutely thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their second son Archie Benjamin, (7lb 1oz), on the 4th of July 2012 at Wairau Hospital. A beautiful baby brother for William. Special thanks to our wonderful midwife Ruth Johnson and the fantastic midwives and staff at maternity. Photo provided.

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McKEOWN: Olivia Jean born 11 July, 2012 (3.02kg) Welcome to the world beautiful girl! Many thanks to Marion Preston third time around. First girl for Craig and Holly and little sis for Devan and Zach. Photo provided.

JOHNSON: Christian and Susie are pleased to announce the arrival of Reuben Mack Johnson. Born on 16th June at 1244pm, 8lb 12oz, 54cms long. A little brother for Connor. Huge thanks to midwife Shona Wills, nurses at the maternity ward and Huia Crosby. Photo provided.

The Big World Wide laTch on 2012

Promoting, Protecting and Supporting Breastfeeding Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week The most women in synchronised breastfeeding around the world

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KERMEEN: Ben and Jo (nee Mckee) are pleased to announce the early but safe arrival of our wee girl Alex Marie, 6lb 6oz on 30th June at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwives Shona Wills, Mandy and Tai and all the amazing team at the Maternity Ward, you guys are amazing.

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BAR RO N - G I LB E R T: Richard and Rochelle are delighted to announce the arrival of Joshua Thomas Matai on 11th July 2012 at 5.35pm weighing 3.43kgs.

A little brother for Daryan. Special thanks to Ruth Johnson, Janine, Roz and the staff at Ward One. Photo provided.

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MuM OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Heidi Lampe this week’s lucky winner of the New World $25 voucher to spend at New World Blenheim.

Our winner is invited to bring her ID in to claim her prize when she next visits New World Blenheim.

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The Sun

Wednesday July 25, 2012

Reserve used as shortcut

By Robbie Parkes Joan Squire’s daily walk around the block has been ruined by the needless damage done to one of her favourite parks in Blenheim.

Deep tyre tracks run through Eric Young Reserve, a small area connecting Robalan Pl and Westhaven Pl. There is no road connecting the two streets directly, but someone has obviously used the park as a shortcut, said Joan.

“They made a real mess, they’ve gone right through the whole area.”

This is the second time in two weeks the reserve has been muddied by cars going through, according to Joan.

She noticed damage the week

Tyre tracks running through Eric Young Reserve show the park is being used as a shortcut between Robalan Pl and Westhaven Pl.

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before on Wednesday morning and saw even more damage last Thursday.

She thinks those taking the shortcut must be of a younger disposition going for a drive and being “a bit silly.”

“It’s a lovely little reserve and it’s a shame it’s being ruined by someone with no intelligence.”

Joan contacted the Marlborough District Council last week, but admittedly, she did not think there was much they could do.

The houses around there must hear it all happen because they’re so close, she said.

“I think they should ring the police when they see or hear them.”

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Selaks Roast Day competition The sunday roast is a staple culinary delight of many New Zealand families, and the time to celebrate is nearly upon us.

In its third year, Selaks New Zealand Roast Day on Sunday, August 5 aims to recognise the humble roast and mark the day in the national calendar.

To celebrate, The Sun is giving away a Selak prize pack.

Send in your best kept roast tips by

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Tuesday, July 31 to go in to win the pack, which includes a bottle of wine.

The winning entry will be published on Wednesday, August 1. Entrants must be over 18.

Selaks is one of New Zealand’s original wine brands, stretching back to 1906 when Marino Selaks arrived from Croatia.

Send your name, address, phone number and tips to celeste@blenheimsun.co.nz.

Norovirus warning Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service is advising people to wash their hands regularly and stay home from work and school if they are sick with diarrhoea or vomiting.

Reports of gastroenteritis in the district could be Norovirus, an illness that normally lasts for 1-2 days.

Symptoms include diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle pain, headaches and fever.

It can be very severe for the very young, elderly

or people with long-term medical conditions.

Norovirus is very infectious and spreads through direct contact with a sick person and not washing your hands well, by eating food contaminated by the virus, or by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your mouth.

People are still infected with the virus until 48 hours after symptoms stop.

Contact your doctor if you need medical attention or are concerned with your symptons.

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1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Heat half the oil in a flameproof baking dish over medium-high heat. Add chicken.

Cook for 2 minutes each side or until light golden. Transfer to a plate.

2. Reduce heat to medium. Heat remaining oil in pan. Add onion, garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until onion is softened. Add paprika. Cook, stirring, for 1

minute. Add worcestershire sauce.

Simmer for 2 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add stock.

Simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

3. Stir in sour cream. Season with pepper. Return chicken to dish.

Transfer to oven. Bake, turning chicken occasionally, for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle with chives.

Serve with steamed rice.

Perfectly matched with, Yealands Estate Gruner Veltliner 2011 The Gruner shows lifted notes of stonefruit, honeysuckle and spice. The palate is rich and textured with complementary notes of pepper and spice, which integrate well with fine acidity, providing a good backbone to the wine. www.yealandsestate.co.nz

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Wednesday July 25, 2012

Helen getting Linda, Wendy, Judith and  Paper Plus crew: Karen, heimer’s week. festive in support of Alz

Creative hats in support of Alzheimers Week

 Stella Roberts from Witherlea School with her hat in support of Alzheimers week.

 Melody, Zoe, Molly and Thomas from Riverlands School with their creative hats for the Alzheimer’s Parade.

n regular ke have bee years, but la B lly o H d la an s for  Sisters Stel arlborough RDA stable eM . th ay d to n rs Su to n si o vi ay r first open d went to thei

 David and Kimberly Lewis with children (from left) Zeffi, Chay and Prea made Riding for the Disabled Marlborough’s open day on Sunday a family outing.

r colourful  Sophie and Hannah Kole with thei homemade hats.

 Hamis h (from left Smith with daugh ters ) May, Ne ve to the Ma rlboroug and Lily went h to ride th e ponies. RDA open day

 Emily and Nicola Mears were excited to ride the ponie s at the Marlborough Riding for the Disabled open day on Sun day.

Marlborough RDA Open Day held on Sunday

 Felix and Harry Jackso n ma the stands at the Marlboro nned a couple of ugh Riding for the Disabled open day on the weekend.

 Amber Norton with Bailey and Hularii McKenzie at the Marlborough RDA open day on Sunday.

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The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Ex Wairau Hospital Staff Ex staff from all departments welcome to a luncheon at Marlborough Club. 11.30am Tuesday. 31st July. $28p.p R.S.V.P to 578 6524

Housie Thursdays 7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, Weld Street. 40 houses, 2 super houses, 2 silent lines. Raffles and loads of food. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra.

Mental Health

Consumer Advocacy Service Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph 579 5304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

Renwick Market Tuesdays 9am-2pm. Anglican Church Hall. Good selection of Items & Clothing. Sale Tables available.

Commission sales. Surplus items accepted.

SF Marlborough (supporting families in mental well being) For information/advocacy/support for families living with mental illness please contact Cheryl or Lyn on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street. All Welcome.

Sheets ‘n’ Things Urgently need warm linen to meet the demand in our community. Happy to pick-up - ph: 578-1355 ext:5 or drop at 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College).

The Peoples’ Market New winter location 10am-1pm. Seymour Street carpark. Jams, books, plants, crafts, produce, pears, flowers, vegetable plants, shrubs, woodware, soaps, jewellery & much more.

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community services Marlborough After Hours GP Ser vices: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm.

Reception 5206377.

Office 5209980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non urgent 579 4870.

After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm 7 days Ph 5782271.

Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5775549, Office hours Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am3pm.

Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543 354, 24hr helpline.

Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers.

Overeaters Anonymous: For more information Ph 570 5137 Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Cilla 570 5335.

Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thurs 9.30-3pm.

Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm.

Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward.

Marlborough Family Budgeting: Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday.

Phone 578 2006.

Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377.

Office 5209980.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

Non-urgent 579 4870.

Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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MAFFEY, Elma Joyce (Joy): Passed away, peacefully, surrounded by her family at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, on Friday July 20, 2012. In her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan, the best mother in the whole wide world of Tony, Faye, Lynne and Cherie, and the late Peter and Annette. A loved mother-in-law of Edith (deceased), Peter Newman, Maurice Yealands and Al Drew. A loved Nana of Mark and Kelvin; Ian, Andrew and Rachel; Michele, Karina and Vicky; and a loved Great Nana of Cameron, Alex and Daniel, Mitchell and Olivia, Nicole, Nathaniel and Madeline, Cowen and Tiana, Paige, Octavier and Quin. Messages to c/- PO Box 306, Blenheim 7240. A big thank you to all the staff at Redwood for looking after Joy for more than eight years. A party for Joy will be held in the Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village Hospital Wing Lounge, at 12.30pm Tuesday July 24, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. Tel. 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

TH O M P S O N , Anthony Andrew Ian (Andy): Died on July 19, 2012 at his home.

Aged 68 years. Eldest son of Rev Roger and Reena Thompson, loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynn and the late Ross Macpherson, Pam and Les Geddes, Vivienne and Gideon Anderson, Nigel and Helen Thompson, and Deidre Ralph. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, special friend of Becky and Paul, Leo and Flynn. Messages to 64 York Street, Picton 7220.

Andy’s funeral service will be held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Nelson Square, Picton (where Andy worshipped), 11am Tuesday July 24, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. Tel. 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

TROTT, Victor: Passed a w a y, p e a c e f u l l y, a t Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, Blenheim, on July 19, 2012. In his 93rd year.

Loved husband of the late Betty, and father of Christine.

Loved grandad and great grandad. Messages to 21A Solway Drive, Blenheim 7201. A private cremation has been held.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. Tel. 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

GOYDER, Dorothy Florence Elizabeth: Passed away, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, on July 19, 2012. Aged 87 years.

Loved wife of the late Alister Hay Goyder, loved aunt to Gillian and John McConway, Suzanne and Herb Tonkin and great aunt to Liza, Bryan and Antony Tonkin and Sarah O’Connor. A special heartfelt thanks to Naomi Boon and Pat Tristram who gave Dorothy much love, help and support during her last few years in Ashwood. A funeral service will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.30am Tuesday July 24, followed by the interment at Havelock Cemetery which will take place at 2pm.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. Tel. 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

acknowledgement HENSON: Gloria Margaret. The family wishes to convey their appreciation for the many cards and calls received on the recent death of Gloria. Our sincere thanks to the staff of Wairau Hospital and then Fairview, their care and devotion to Gloria meant so much. Grateful thanks go out from John and family to you all.

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1996 MITSUbISHI Diamante $1100ono Reg, WOF, Ph 021 474 558

AGM Blenheim Racing Pigeon Club. Tuesday July 31st. Clubrooms.

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E A R H E A lT H Removal of Ear Wax using microscope & suction. Ph for an appointment 578 8310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St.

bATH 4 Jet Spa in new condition. $ 400ono.

578 8668 lAWNMOWER rover rotary, catcher goes well. $90.00 Phone 570 5880

F O R E VA F I T f o r enquiries about ongoing Health courses contact eva@evafit.co.nz or Ph 03 572 9180

PEA STRAW. $10 delivered. Please leave a message.

572 2701

RED MAN soft toy (NZ Blood Service). Found

by Maxwell /Alabama roundabout Sunday lunch time. Contact The Sun for further details.

stolen 15 H/P Mercury outboard. From Shakespeare Bay Pic ton.

Thursday 12th July at 7pm. $1000 reward for names involved. Phone John 021 122 3353

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• Pine 3m3 dry $160 • Pine 3.4m3 dry $180 • Blue gum 3m3, $210 • Blue gum 3.4m3, $230 • Mixed load pine/gum 3m3, $200 • Mixed load pine/gum 3.4m3, $220 Free Delivery Picton/ Havelock/Blenheim Ph 021 1293070 (leave message) or 570 5599 after 5pm for sale

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CLEANER Blenheim Toyota is looking for a cleaner to join our dealership.

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Work days only, with occasional nights for functions etc in summer.

You must be available weekends, with some flexibility between team members who help each other when time off is required.

This is a small and positive team environment which is very busy during peak season and reliability is key.

A family run business with many years experience in hospitality you will be allowed to self manage and your ability to add improvement and new ideas is welcome.

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Ideally the successful applicant will also have a basic knowledge of timber and building products, a forklift operator’s license with *F* endorsement and good computing skills.

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BRAND MANAGER – ASIA/SOUTH AMERICA In a short space of time Yealands Estate has established itself as a global leader in sustainable wine production.

Inspired to “think boldy, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, Yealands Estate has achieved rapid growth in the international market, exporting to over 65 countries in less than four years.

As a result of this success, we are looking to recruit a motivated individual to develop our presence further.

Working alongside our Market Managers, distributors and in-field sales teams, the Brand Manager will be responsible for developing our market presence and profitability of the Yealands Estate portfolio.

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of brand building, preferably within the wine industry. The role will be based at our CarboNZero certified winery in Seddon, and an attractive package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applications including CV’s should be emailed to: info@yealands.co.nz.

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Wednesday July 25, 2012

Tobacco: behind closed doors Story and photo by Annabelle Latz New Zealand has taken another step towards being a smokefree nation.

As of Monday this week, stockists of tobacco cannot make reference to it, and the product must stay hidden behind view, behind cabinet doors.

Grant Stubbs of Caltex in Blenheim is happy to support the new law, but said it will take a few years before people stop smoking cigarettes because they cannot see them.

“I don’t think it will make any difference for a while.”

These new rules are to keep in line with the Smokefree Environments Amendment Bill, passed in July 2011.

Fines for selling tobacco products to under-18’s has also been raised, with the maximum penalty now $10,000 for the business, compared to the old fine of $2000.

An instant fine of up to $1000 for underage sales will also be imposed.

He said people who smoke now know what they want, so nothing will change.

“The whole idea is that it will stop younger people from starting.”

He said during busy times it might get annoying

having to poke around behind cupboard doors to get cigarettes for buyers, but overall it was “no drama” for him.

Grant said his customers haven’t really said too much either.

“The questions have been more from curiosity really.”

Andrew Lawson from Andrew Lawson Builder Ltd has had two of his builders on the roads around Marlborough, Nelson and the West Coast, fitting these cabinet doors at tobacco outlets.

The Blenheim-based company was contracted to fit the doors to all Imperial Tobacco display cabinets in dairies, supermarkets and petrol stations.

“It was nearly a week’s work,” said Andrew.

He said the project was fairly straightforward, as the doors were built in the North Island then delivered to Blenheim.

“It took about 15 or 20 minutes for each job,” said Andrew.

Being a non-smoker himself, Andrew supported any law that would deter people from the habit.

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Grant Stubbs from Caltex said the installation cigarette cabinets will not create a change in consumer behaviour of smokers for a while, but will deter younger people from starting the habit.

TOBACCO LAW CHANGES Retailers must not allow any tobacco product to be visible to the public except when delivering the tobacco or at a point of sale.

Tobacco price notices will no longer be openly displayed.

Tags intended to help a seller locate a particular tobacco product are permitted, as long as the customers cannot easily read these tags.

Retailers can display a sign indicating that tobacco

Julie McKay – Bounce with us 100% locally owned and operated since the year 2000

The highlight of owning a bouncy castle hire service is seeing the faces of children “light up”, says Bounce With Us co-owner Julie McKay. Julie, along with partner Billy Hebberd has owned Bounce With Us for the past five years, supplying bouncy castles for a wide range of events throughout Marlborough.

“You can imagine how fun it is owning a business like this. There’s nothing better than seeing how happy our castles make people and hearing the positive feedback,” she smiles.

Bounce With Us currently has eight bouncy castles for hire to suit a range of ages, from toddlers through to teenagers.

One exciting development soon to happen will be the arrival of four new castles, of which one is designed for adults.

“We are really excited about these.”

All castles can be delivered anywhere in Marlborough, indoors or outdoors as long as there is access to electricity.

“Our castles are definitely available during the week as well, not just weekends,” Julie says.

Discount offer: Place a booking or hire a bouncy castle between now and September 21 and receive 10 percent off.

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products are available in the store. Any other references to tobacco or smoking will be prohibited.

The current ‘SMOKING KILLS’ and ‘No Sales to Under 18s’ signs will be prohibited.

Retail or trading names containing words, phrases, trademarks or company names that have the effect of advertising the availability of tobacco products will be prohibited.

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Cityfitness open weekend Cityfitness is opening up its Blenheim facility this Saturday and Sunday, 8.00am – 12 noon, for free.

The Cityfitness Team recognises that many of our population are dying far too young from obesity and related illnesses, and they would like to help overcome this tragedy.

For the Open Weekend, Cityfitness on Nelson St, will be offering free 5 minute health checks, 1 on 1 Personal Trainer consultations, equipment demonstrations, nutritional advice plus 9 featured Group Fitness Classes.

As an added bonus all 29 Group Fitness classes for next week will be free as they roll out their new release materials.

It is a golden opportunity to try something new and exciting. Exercising in groups can be so exhilarating and fun and you will wonder why you didn’t try it years ago. There are two 3-month memberships up for grabs so it’s a great time to take a look.

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Fast heels for duathlon The third round of the BikeFit Marlborough Winter Duathlon Series took place on Sunday at the Wither Hills Farm circuit.

For the long race over a 5km run, 20 km bike and 5 km run, competitors were randomly drawn in teams of two with each person doing the full course, and the average speed was used to determine final placings.

As expected Jeremy McKenzie ran away from the field, completing the first 5 km in 16.25 mins, to take a lead over Dave Grono and Robbie Barnes.

McKenzie continued to shine and by the end of the cycle leg had increased his lead over Grono to 5 minutes, and comfortably took line honours in a personal time of 1.07.10.

The race for line honours for the Women was a much tighter affair and a good battle developed between the experienced Rachel

Monk, the winner of many local races in the past, and the up and coming Jess Barnes.

Barnes had lead Monk into the first transition by a matter of seconds, and by the end of the cycle leg, held a 19 second advantage, improved on this on the last run, to take the honours in a time of 1.23.25 - 22 seconds ahead of Monk.

The medium duathlon was a 2.5km run, 16 km ride and 2.5 km run.

Anton Horton showed the field a clean pair of heels to finish in a time of 58.51 to record his second win.

Mel Jones was the first Woman home in 1.04.18.

The short course, 2.5 km run followed by an 8km bike and ending with a 1 km run, had Toby McKendry crossing the line first, in time of 43.18.

The next event is scheduled for 12 August with course details to be advised.

have a good tale to tell.

He asked current Club patron Ronnie Jones what his fondest memory was, and his immediate response was playing with Lance Cairns.

“Cricket stories tend to increase in brilliance,” he said.

“I think I’m going to have to get a tape recorder.”

He said those are the little snippets they want for the booklet, personal memories people can relate to.

Every club has a scorebook so figures and records from any game played are easily available, but these stories are not.

David hasn’t reached the stage where he is rifiling

dave Grono's effort saw him and team mate Rachel Monk get to within three seconds of the eventual winners of the long distance duathlon in the wither Hills on sunday.

Photo by Mark Grammer.

New fence means more fundraising

Stories come out of the woodwork

By Robbie Parkes Classic sporting memories and anecdotes will hopefully come out of the woodwork in time for Picton Cricket Club’s 150 year celebrations in September.

Member David Baird was asked to compile something “vaguely representative of a reunion document” to mark the occasion, and he is asking anyone with a story to come forward.

The main focus is on the people, their stories, and any old pieces of history that might come with it.

David said cricketers tend to put their memorabilia straight into storage, but they always

Wednesday July 25, 2012

For the past five years Eastern States Speedway vice president John Blokker (right) has been involved in the planning of upgrading and replacing the track’s safety fence.

The time has arrived to have it done before the race season starts up again in September, and so far all work carried out has been a true community effort.

The changes being made are all in line with Speedway New Zealand regulations.

Not only are the new regulations being implemented including added height, but the whole fence has been designed with “future proofing” in mind.

“We looked at the speed of the track and added in extra safety measures to ensure the track’s fence will stand the test of time for future race generations,” John says.

The previous fence has been completely taken down and main posts have been put in over the weekend by club members and volunteers.

So far money raised through grants and

through old museum documents, and hopes it won’t come to that.

The Club will celebrate their milestone from September 28-30.

A number of events will be held in Picton over the couple of days to mark the special occasion.

Anyone with memories or anecdotes from playing cricket with the Club can fill out a registration form available from the Picton Cricket Club, by calling secretary Coral Beaton on 03 573 6580 or emailing coral.beaton@ xtra.co.nz.

donations have financed many of the materials, but there still is some fundraising needing to be done.

Individuals and businesses are encouraged to show their support by purchasing the naming rights to a post, and in return will have their name on it for as long as the post stands.

To sponsor a post costs only $150, or $150+ gst for businesses.

To find out more you can download a form off the club’s website, www. easternstatesspeedway.co.nz or contact president Stu Coutts on 027 470 0798.

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Wednesday July 25, 2012

Carrying on the giving spirit

By Robbie Parkes Bread of Life Trust manager Brian Gull says his new role helping the community is rewarding.

“It’s not a job at all, it’s just wonderful to be here, and to be involved in the team.”

Bread of Life Trust is a Christian Charitable organisation that works within the Marlborough region.

“For me it’s an answer to prayer and it’s something I’ve been seeking for some time, it ticks all the boxes.”

Originally from Zimbabwe, but having lived in South Africa for some years, Brian moved to New Zealand with his family in 2007.

“I think I just wanted a new season in life and we felt as a family we needed a new challenge.”

He was involved in similar

projects in Africa and helped initiate one incentive that fed 30,000 people a day.

Brian replaces long-serving manager Val Seatter, who he said, has really set the standard.

“Val has built a very, very strong foundation and I can only hope to fill those shoes and build on that.”

“She has done a superb job in the community.”

Brian’s goal as manager is to help serve the public in the best possible way, and bring some of the group’s ideas into fruition.

“I would like to see steady growth. Most of the people here have got a vision and we want to build into that.”

“Our aim is to uplift lives.”

It runs a range of services for the Marlborough public, including OSCAR, afterschool and holiday programmes for children.

Bread of Life OSCAR coordinator Colleen Elwood and new Bread of Life manager Brian Gull with children from the OSCAR programme: (from left) Breydon Gallon, Jacob McElwain, Jessie Brown and Micahla Fowler.

Two lanes considered for Market St Marlborough District Council are considering making a section of Market St two-way.

The area of Market St between High St and Wynen St, may be changed as part of a number of roading projects being contemplated by Council.

Among the other projects is the installation of three roundabouts in Middle Renwick Rd, the planting of trees along Grove Rd, and making the intersections at Jacksons and

Old Renwick roads, and Bells Rd and State Highway 6 safer.

Currently, $70,000 is already allocated for making alterations to Market St, but a loan of $2.46 million may be needed for the previous three projects as they do not qualify for Government funding.

A mini park at the corner of Queen and Charles Streets has also been allocated funding amounting to $540,000.

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