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Council will be guarantor Four councillors unhappy with decision

By Annabelle Latz Mayor Alistair Sowman is not surprised that four councillors have opposed Marlborough District Council’s decision to act as a guarantor for the proposed Civic Theatre.

He said councillors Trevor Hook,

Jamie Arbuckle, Jessica Bagge and Geoff Evans had been opposed to the guarantor idea at council level, before opposing the idea at a full council meeting last week.

The council has guaranteed the $2.75 million loan for the

Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust, as it now waits for tenders to come in.

“Marlborough District Council needed to guarantee the loans so tenders have confidence the theatre can be funded. If the council hadn’t guaranteed the loan, I imagine the

theatre trustees would have walked away from the project.”

Alistair assured that rates will not increase as a result of the Council’s stance.

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Continued from Page 1 “We don’t believe rate payers are at risk, and that was the real issue.”

There are three local tenders and three outside tenders interested in the theatre.

Last week’s meeting was to happen behind closed doors, but pressure from the four councillors resulted in the change to a public meeting.

They received an email on the Tuesday evening, prior to Thursday’s meeting, stating this change.

Cr Jamie Arbuckle was frustrated councillors only received the final pieces of information at the meeting.

Alistair said this occurred because the move to change the meeting to a public forum had to be passed through full council on the day, and the last minute information was originally

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intended for a closed meeting.

“There was no new material at the meeting, they knew exactly what was coming up,” said Alistair.

Jamie said it was not clear who knew and who didn’t know the meeting was public on the day.

“The chamber was packed, but there was no media. That was frustrating, because at the end of the day, it wasn’t open was it?”

He said the project has got too big, and there is too much money involved.

“The more money we put into the theatre means other things are missing out, like dealing with earthquake-risk buildings.

Cr Jessica Bagge was concerned there is no final cost of the theatre.

So far, the council has put forward $5 million as a grant for the theatre build,

and $200,000 for an operations grant.

Approval for purchasing the existing theatre building for $6 million was approved by council as part of last year’s budget package.

Chief Executive Officer Andrew Besley said settlement for this will occur when the theatre trust can confirm it has a construction contract that is within budget, and is likely to be in the next couple of months.

Jessica said the theatre plans are seven years old now, and technology has moved forward significantly since then.

“There is no future proofing in this theatre.”

“I imagine it will be tricky for the council to recover costs already, this is too much risk for rate payers.”

She said building a new theatre takes

money, and holding events there will take income away from other rate payer- owned buildings like Stadium 2000 and the Convention Centre.

Cr Geoff Evans said if no money came through from Central Government or the Lotto Grant, the cost on rate payers could be huge.

“It could be an albatross around the neck of rate payers for some years to come.”

Cr Trevor Hook was also concerned about the financials.

“It is the amount of rate paying commitment that I am concerned about.

But the decision has been made, and we are in a democracy process, so now we move forward.

“We believe we are going down a track that is the right one,” said Alistair.

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Redwood Lotto sells $500k ticket

By Robbie Parkes A Lotto ticket purchased from Redwood Lotto in Blenheim has made the lucky ticket holder $500,000 richer.

The winner shares the $1 million First Division prize with an Auckland recipient who also scored the $6 million Powerball on Saturday.

Redwood Lotto owner Peter Matthews confirmed that the winning ticket had been claimed.

He said a lot of people have been asking about the win, but it is a situation Peter knows all too well.

This is the shop’s sixth First Division win.

“We’ve always been known as a lucky Lotto shop,” said Peter.

The store sold it’s last winner in 2008.

“We’re really excited about it, it’s always nice to have a First Division winner.”

“It’s great for us and it’s really nice if it’s one of our customers.”

Peter said a lot of people want to remain anonymous when it comes to big wins like this.

Earthquake testing begins on War Memorial

By Robbie Parkes Scaffolding has been put up in preparation for masonry testing of Seymour Square’s War Memorial and Clock Tower.

Scaffold Marlborough began work at the site on Monday.

The structures masonry will be tested for adhesiveness this week by specialists from Opus, Wellington.

“Hopefully it’s the last bit of work just to establish the earthquake risk of the tower,” said Marlborough District Council assets and services manager Mark Wheeler.

The Council has been waiting for the specialists to become available before the next step in re-opening the memorial could be taken.

“It’s quite a scientific process and that’s why these people from the Opus laboratories are needed.”

A hydraulic ram will be used in the tests.

Mark said Opus should only be here for two days with work expected to be finished by the end of the week.

“All going well, it might be fine.”

He was not sure how long it would take for test results to come through.

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DOL AppeALs sAfe Air LimiteD sentence The Department of Labour has filed an appeal over the District Court sentence imposed on Safe Air Limited after one of its engineers was killed while servicing an engine at Woodbourne last August.

Department of Labour head of health and safety Lesley Haines said the Department believes the fine imposed by the District Court Judge did not reflect the seriousness of the offence.

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Sharing Olympic messages Story and photo

by Annabelle Latz Dick Quax chatted with a bunch of school children on Monday about his Olympic experience.

“How long do you think I ran at the Montreal Olympics in 1972 when I won my medal?” he asked his audience, at Blenheim’s Simcox Indoor Sports Stadium.

The answers ranged from 10 metres to 100 metres.

He skipped on the details of his memorable 5000 metre race, but the small hands from his fans took great delight in holding his silver medal, which was fairly weighty, and engraved with an image of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory.

“I really enjoy talking to the kids.

They have no idea who I am of course!”

Dick’s big message for young sports people was to have fun and work hard.

“It’s really a matter of being focused on a goal, and working hard to achieve it.”

Dick played a lot of team sports as a child, and only took up serious running when he was 15 years old.

“As a child it’s a really good thing to enjoy yourself, and to play as many sports as you can.”

After Dick’s talk on Monday, the children and some parents had a look through the ANZ Old London Olympic Bus, which is touring New Zealand at the moment.

The double decker bus featured a rowing machine and seated bike for

participants to compete against former Olympic Athletic efforts, and upstairs there were iPads to send messages to this year’s Olympians.

On Monday evening at the Geisen Sports Centre in Renwick, Dick Quax joined Sarah Ulmer, John McBeth, and Chef de mission for London 2012 Paralympics Duane Kale, who lives in Blenheim.

Duane is one of New Zealand’s most successful Olympians, setting four world records and winning six individual medals for swimming at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games.

Sarah Ulmer handed around her gold medal from her 3000 metre individual pursuit at the 2008 Athens Olympics, and spoke about the intense build up to her glorious race.

Dick Quax shows Jacques Chiroux, 7, the silver medal he won at the 1976 Montreal Olympics in the 5000 metre final. Dick Quax is travelling around New Zealand on a bus with other former Olympians, sharing their sporting experiences

Brass band ready for Timaru Nationals

By Robbie Parkes The Marlborough District Brass Band’s last warm up before their big day in Timaru went off without a hitch.

The pre-contest performance was held at the Marlborough Floorpride Civic Theatre on Sunday for a substantial crowd.

The band performed the three pieces they will play at the 2012 National Brass

Band Championships in Timaru today.

“We had a great concert,” said musical director Kevin Moseley (pictured left).

“There was a good audience and they really appreciated the music with some outstanding soloist work.”

He said it had been a really tough week because of the large amount of practice needed leading up to the competition, and some drop-

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“It’s been a roller-coaster emotionally in the last week for the band.”

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“The technical stuff came through pretty well I thought, and musically it sounded really, really good.”

All A grade bands have to do a compulsory test piece and hymn as well as a personal choice.

Breath of Souls and The Day Thou Gavest are the set test and hymn respectively.

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is Journey to the Centre of the Earth by Peter Graham.

“The test pieces they’re writing now are getting more demanding and difficult,” said Robin.

“They sound as though they’ve worked really hard.”

Robin said any band can win the hymn on the day, it depends on who can express it best, and the test piece usually comes down to how it’s handled then and there.

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Help for brain injury sufferers Police Story and photo by Annabelle Latz A small gathering graced Pollard Park on Saturday to take part in The Brain Injury Association Global Picnic.

Brain injury sufferers, carers, and representation from Brain Injury New Zealand met up with flasks of coffee and hot food for lunch.

There are 90 people in New Zealand every day who suffer brain injuries, the majority of them are traumatic.

The World’s Biggest Global Picnic was held at the same time on Saturday in the UK, USA, and Australia, to raise awareness about brain injuries.

Jimmy Gilmore from Blenheim suffered his first head injury in 1980, in a car accident near the Salt Works.

He was on leave from the Army at the time, about to be posted to Singapore.

About 20 years later was struck by a motorbike when he was standing behind his car on a State Highway in North Canterbury.

Jimmy, 51 years old, lives with his parents in Blenheim, and joined the Association in Marlborough with his support worker and family friend Doll Baker two years ago.

Jimmy has never been able to hold down a job for a length of time, and this group provides an opportunity to keep occupied and challenged.

“It fills in time,” he said.

Doll said the Association, which has been in Marlborough for seven years, allows sufferers to meet up regularly, and share the awareness they are not alone.

There are 12 members in Marlborough.

“I used to mow the lawns at home. I’d start, then

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(L-r) doll Baker, Grant Bavin, Annabel kirk, tom Brett, diann Brett, and Jimmy Gilmore - taking part in the Brain injury Association Global Picnic on sunday at Pollard Park.

I’d walk away. It used to take a week to mow the lawns, they weren’t even that big,” said Jimmy.

Grant Bavin, from Blenheim, is 44 years old, and suffered a brain injury from a motorbike accident when he was 22 years old.

He had just returned from Australia, where he had been building cars and farming pigs.

Saturday’s picnic was the first time he had joined the Association group.

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His support worker Annabel Kirk said she heard about the picnic and was really excited about coming along.

Diann Brett, Association liaison officer, said there needs to be a lot more understanding about brain injuries.

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Q: Have you noticed that you are running out of hot water at night time, and how is it affecting you?

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I haven’t noticed as there is only the two of us, so it doesn’t affect us.

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We have morning showers and baths so it doesn’t affect us.

It’s about the same as it always is. But at my nephew’s house in Picton it does get colder a lot quicker.

I’ve only noticed it if we run the bath, otherwise our hot water is fine.

I haven’t noticed any change, but that’s because I have a wetback fire and I turn the hot water power off for winter and just use the fire to heat our water.

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Dear Ed, Remember the disgraced ‘waaka jumper’ Alamein Kopu? who entered Parliament as an Alliance MP, but who once ensconced, handed her vote to National.

It was her single vote which allowed the disastrous Bradford energy reforms to proceed.

Refor ms wh ich saw t he beginning of the privatisation and fragmentation of our country’s power generation and distribution network.

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National is a minority government and is only there because of the Maori party and self - serving puppets John Banks and Peter Dunne. Banks is a lost cause, a Nat in drag!!

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Smoke-free priSonS a SucceSS, one year on The first anniversary on July 1, of the ban on smoking in prisons has been celebrated.

Prisons are now safer and healthier and the air quality has improved, and there has been a drop in asthma and other respiratory symptoms and smoking-related illnesses in prisoners, Corrections’ Chief Executive Ray Smith said this week.

changeS To emiSSionS Trading Scheme The emissions trading scheme (ETS) is receiving changes, the Government announced on Monday.

The changes are being welcomed by farmers and the business sector.

Agriculture, which had been due to come into the polluter-pays ETS in 2015, has been given an indefinite reprieve and other dates and entry levels have been pushed out.

navy ShipS denied enTry inTo pearL harBour New Zealand’s anti-nuclear legislation has caused the entry refusal of two navy ships into Pearl Harbour.

This is during the world’s largest maritime exercise, the first time in 28 years that the Defence Force is taking part in this year’s Exercise Rim of the Pacific, known as Rimpac.

New Zealand’s nuclear-free legislation was passed in 1987.

New president for Blenheim Lions Club Blenheim Lions Club had its new club administrator induction ceremony on Saturday June 23 when the new Board of Management for the 2012/2013 year was sworn in.

The outgoing President, Judy Brownlie, handed the reins to Errol McConnell.

The Blenheim Lions Club has just completed another very successful year, with 53 members, and donations totalling $29,489, to 27 deserving local groups and individuals.

This money had been raised by members during the year from many projects including a fertiliser sales drive, contract phone book deliveries, firewood deliveries, Mistletoe market, car parking assistance with the Wine The outgoing Blenheim Lions club president, Judy and Food Festival / Forrest Grape Ride / Brownlie, hands the reins to errol mcconnell.

Havelock Mussel Festival / St.Clair half The Blenheim club was the first in marathon / Blenheim Christmas Parade, plus Marlborough, and has been instrumental in many more community events. fostering many of the 10 other Lions Clubs In total, the club undertook, or assisted with, in the area.

47 projects during the year.

The club welcomes new members and Next year Blenheim Lions Club will anyone who would like to give time back to celebrate its 50th anniversary. the community is invited to enquire.

Under 6 Free at After Hours GP After Hours GP visits in Nelson Marlborough are now free for children under six years-ofage from July 1 2012.

This has come about in the Nelson Marlborough district through agreements established between Nelson Marlborough District Health Board, Nelson Bays Primary Health and Kimi Hauora Wairau Marlborough PHO. Nelson Marlborough District Health Board Community Based Services Directorate Service Manager Bruce Moorhead said as a first point of contact for after hours services, people

in Nelson Marlborough should call the nurseled help line by phoning their regular GP. “This helpline will help you to establish whether to see your regular GP, or whether you should go to the After Hours Clinic,” said Mr Moorhead.

“If you don’t have a regular GP, you should enrol with one now before you get sick.”

In Blenheim the Marlborough After Hours GP’s operate from 6pm to 10pm weekdays and from 8am to 10pm on weekends and public holidays.

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Star Dancers Robbie Parkes talks to Stayz and Larissa Raukawa from Star Dance Academy ‘Groovetown’ (Blenheim) about the origins of their popular dance school.

For the last six years, the trophy room at Star Dance Academy Blenheim has accumulated enough awards, cups and champions to do a teacher proud.

But a small picture of Michael Jackson is a constant reminder of how it all started for Star Dance Academy founder and national director Stayz Te Atamira Raukawa.

“As a

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12-year-old kid I was walking around with a white glove on,” came back with Larissa.” he said.

“We both loved dance, had experience with kids just through The dance bug has been with Stayz from the very beginning. life and it all made sense.”

From an early age he learned to dance, and held The dance school runs along the same lines discos in the hallways of his primary as Scouts and Girl Guides, giving young “As a 12-yearschool. people opportunities to get involved in dance “I was destined to be a dancing mediums. old kid I was teacher.”

“The fundamental idea behind it is that it walking around is all inclusive,” said Larissa.

Stayz has danced in clubs all over the world.

She said their goal is to find the star within with a white He was a professional cabaret each of us - a tad cheesy she admits. dancer in Budapest and ran a “That’s our Doctor Phil moment,” said glove on,” youth dancing programme in Stayz.

New York as a youth worker The students in Blenheim are the reignfor YMCA. ing New Zealand Youth Salsa champions and two of their He brought that same course to Wanganui, 13-year-olds are the Top of the South Adult Salsa champions performing all around the country. two years running.

Stayz started the Star Dance Academy There are now a number of Star Dance academy’s across with wife Larissa, a performer with an the country. equal passion for Stayz started two national events - the New Zealand Pacific dance whom he met Youth Salsa Congress in Wellington and the Star Dance Acadin Christchurch. emy National Camp at Bridge Valley in Nelson.

“I went Stayz has taken students to dance on the Great Wall of China down there and will also take 30 kids to Melbourne to perform at the to teach Olympic Stadium in January 2013. them The couple have plenty to be proud of and both link that a n d success to how well they work together with the kids.

“Stayz has a rare talent to create choreographies that are achievable for young up and coming dancers,” said Larissa.

“It does the trick and people are going to be absolutely on their feet.”

“It’s a bit more PC or cotton wool these ways, so I’ve had to adjust to the kids’ needs, but at the same time I believe in hard work and results,” said Stayz.

“I’m a bit of a bull in the china shop, on and off the floor.”

Stayz said Larissa has been able to ‘wrestle’ her way out of the Star Dance shadow, moving into musical theatre, painting and conservation.

She was Maria in the Blenheim Sound of Music production and performed in Marlborough’s Stars In Your Eyes 2012, last month.

Larissa is heavily involved in dolphin conservation in the area, and studied outdoor education when she was in Christchurch.

Stayz attributes a lot of his teachings to his salsa teacher Annie Giles.

“Annie saw what I was doing with the kids and kidnapped me and brought me to Blenheim.”

“You never forget where you come from.”

What sums up the duos commitment and passion to the school is a collage of pictures showing past and present students with the simple heading: “We may not be the best dancers, but we have the best time when we dance.”

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Beavertown Blenheim Lions

Bride of the Year

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Countdown begins

By Celeste Lodewyk The countdown has now begun for the 26 brides who have entered into the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show 2012.

This year’s show is particularly special as it will also be celebrating its 10 year milestone.

Organiser Carol Taylor says

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there is an air of nervousness amongst those entered, though they are looking forward to putting on their dresses again.

“A lot of the brides say they feel more nervous now than they did on their wedding day,” she laughs.

“Mostly they are really excited to wear their dresses again and are looking forward to enjoying

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their time in the show.”

Tickets have nearly sold out, however there remain a limited number so to avoid disappointment, get your tickets now.

Tickets are available from the Sun Newspaper office and unless sold out prior, will be available up until Friday.

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In the lead up to Saturday night’s show, the Sun spoke with three past winners to share their highlights.

Karen Wilkins-Duff – winner 2005

Karen, now living in Christchurch with husband Peter says it was a huge thrill to win.

“My dress was extremely simple but suited me Megan Packham – winner 2008

“I entered for the chance to wear my dress again,” she says.

Megan joked that she felt “out of her comfort zone”, but thoroughly enjoyed being part of the show.

Jessica Francis – winner 2011

This year Jessica will be cheering from the audience as two of her friends are part of the show.

“I am so excited for all the brides. It’s such an exciting

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and I had an excellent makeup artist who did a wonderful job.

“It was great fun with the girls, very relaxed and laid back,” she says.

“It was a huge shock to win, I had never won anything in my life.

“It was a great experience, loads of fun and this year I look forward to supporting a friend who has entered,” she says. show to be part of and wonderful to wear your wedding dress again.

“The prizes were incredible and the whole day was fantastic, so all the best to this year’s brides,” she says.

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See next weeks Sun for the 2012 Bride of the Year Winner and photos from the show.

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Thank You

Behind the success of each Beavertown Blenheim Bride of the Year show is a loyal group of major sponsors who have supported the show from day one.

According to organiser Carol Taylor there are also many more sponsors who have come on board throughout the years.

“Without the support of these sponsors, there would be no show so we thank everyone who has been with us and who have made very generous contributions to the show and prizes.”

Major sponsors include: The Sun Newspaper, Sounds FM/The Breeze/More FM, Blenheim Print, Fashion Central, Flowertime on Scott St, Lex Phillips, Mayflower Studio, Michael Hill Jewellers, Mortimers/Frasers Pharmacy, Pink Poppie, Rayzist Glass Ltd, Romeo & Juliet Hair Salon, UFS Pharmacy, New World Flowerbox, Phil Taylor

Show organiser Carol Taylor pictured with the top six prizes which will be awarded on Saturday night.

All brides go in the Lucky Prize Draw to win $300 cash donated by Bernadette Thomas.

The winning brides will be presented with a sash kindly donated by Allan Newman Graphics.

Bridal boudoir Capturing a woman’s beauty

By Celeste Lodewyk As a wedding gift, bridal boudoir photography is a unique and very personal gift for women to give their husbands.

Photographs capturing the beauty and bringing out the best in women are what Blenheim photographer Sarah Hodgett strives to achieve with her bridal boudoir sessions.

“It’s a lovely gift for women to give their husbands and it makes them feel sexy and beautiful.

“People sometimes think that it’s embarrassing but really it’s not.

My clients often comment on how invigorating and confident they felt by the end of the session and many even enjoy a laugh,” she says.

Bridal boudoir is the latest addition to Sarah’s business and has already proved popular.

“More and more people are enquiring as it’s something unique to Blenheim, it’s different and fun

and makes them feel good about themselves,” she says.

Each bridal boudoir session runs up to three and a half hours allowing for outfit changes and clients receive a selection of images on disc.

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A new category has been introduced into this year’s Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year show.

Major sponsors Les and Katrina Whiteside, publishers of the Blenheim Sun Newspaper have incorporated ‘Miss Photogenic’ into the show and will be judging and sponsoring the prize for the winner.

The prize will include a pair of pearl earrings from McCormick & Co Jewellers and a stunning silver photo frame.

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Jamming together Photo and story

by Annabelle Latz All musical talent is welcome at Picton RSA this weekend.

That is the message from Phil Webby, who is hosting the first jam session with playing partner Brent Richards.

Phil said the jam sessions held at Mikeys Bar in Picton were great, but the venue has recently closed down.

“The last one was this month, and it went really well. About 15 people turned up for it, and went back later to ask when the next one would be on.”

Phil was reluctant to let the idea go.

“The RSA are struggling a wee bit, so we thought we could help them.”

Phil said the idea of the jam sessions was for musicians who play at home, to come down and perhaps find some people to play with.

“It’s not a contest, it’s a fun afternoon for people to get together.”

The jam session at Picton RSA will be this Sunday, starting at 2pm, 66 Wellington St. “It’s inspiring to put a bunch of people together and see what will happen. I want to keep it as a

community thing.”

Phil said it’s a totally non-profit event, and hoped to make it a monthly activity.

He said drums and a sound system will be supplied, but he advised people to bring their own instruments.

Youths under 18 years of age will need a guardian or parent.

Jack Gent from Queen Charlotte College will be heading along with his bass guitar this Sunday.

He r e c e nt ly p e r fo r m e d a t CokeSmokefreeRockquest with his band First World Disasters, which won the Skinny People’s Choice award.

“These jam sessions are a lot of fun, it’s a good chance to meet more new musicians around the place.”

Jack hoped a range of people would turn up on Sunday.

“It’s not just for older people, so come along and see what it’s like.”

RIGHT: Phil Webby (left) and Jack Gent will be hosting an open music session at Picton's RSA this Sunday, an event that will become a regular activity.

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June jazz with Tempo Review Ana Panoho Another thoroughly enjoyable Tempo evening was appreciated by all on Friday night.

The expert team of Tony and Coral Thiel along with Robin Randall set the jazz theme, even treating the audience to some impressive skat singing (vocal improvisation with wordless syllables).

It was a treat to hear new budding performers on different instruments.

Young violinists Christina and Brooklyn Tibble playing along with their teacher Abbey Burns, Hannah Marshall and Kim Shanks with a very pretty piano duet, and Johanna Lloyd playing two short pieces on clarinet.

Campbell Gill’s guitar medley was well

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performed, and the vocal duo of Caitlyn Duley and Aroha Weaver brought a big cheer from the audience.

Some other great jazzy highlights were Georgia Jones on saxophone playing ‘Baby Boomer’, and Samara Lloyd’s ‘Kettle Rag’ on violin.

If that wasn’t enough to get your toes tapping, Mackenzie Crous christened her new soprano saxophone with a gorgeous rendition of “Lullaby of Birdland’.

With some impressive improvisation on the cello, guest artist Caitlyn Morris joined the Thiels at the end of the concert, proving that any instrument can play jazz music.

The next Tempo concert is Ensemble Night on Friday, August 31 at 7:30pm at the Wesley Centre.

The Meteorological station is located at the Grovetown Park campus of the Marlborough Research Centre.

Blenheim received more sun than Nelson in June, but it was still cool with above average rainfall.

Despite this, Nelson is 78 hours ahead of Blenheim for the first six months of 2012.

There were 173.9 hours of sunshine, which is 115% of the long term average.

June 2012 saw above average rainfall, but sunshine hours for the month were well above average compared to June 2010.

The mean temperature of 7.8°C was 0.8°C below the long-term average temperature for the past 26 years.

Total number of ground frosts was 15, compared to long term average of 12.4.

The coldest ground frost for the month of -6.2°C was recorded on Sunday June 17.

Total number of air frosts was 7; compared to the long-term average of 5.6.

The coldest air frost was -2.3°C on June 17 and 30.

The Dashwood weather station in the Awatere Valley recorded 17 ground frosts and 17 air frosts for June.

The coldest ground frost at the Dashwood site was -8.3°C on Sunday June 17, with an air frost of -4.4°C on the same day.

As a general rule for Blenheim, cooler winter months with higher numbers of frosts also experience more sunshine.

The soil temperatures recorded at 9am at all depths were below average in June, in marked contrast with June 2011 when they were well above average.

Total rainfall of 80.2 mm is 141% of the long term average for June of 57 mm.

June 2012 recorded the highest monthly total so far in 2012. Only March and June 2012 have recorded above average rainfall.

Total rain for the six month’s January to June 2012 is 266.0 mm, or 84% of the long-term average of 316 mm.

Average daily wind run was 219.7 km, with an average wind speed of 9.2 km/hr - slightly below the long-term average of 231.1 km.

So far in 2012 all six months have recorded lower wind run than average.

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PLANNING A FUNCTION Conference checklist Hosting a successful conference comes down to careful planning. Here are some tips.

Dates: When setting the date for your conference it is wise to have several possible dates in mind.

Planning: Start planning your conference early, even a year in advance.

Budget: Identify all revenues and expenses including marketing, location, food, supplies, security etc.

Venue: A hotel or restaurant with conference rooms is a good choice as they provide staff and often equipment.

Agenda and speakers:

Organise well-known or famous speakers at an early stage.

Ticket sales: Early bird discounts are a great incentive for people to purchase tickets and brings in an early cash flow.

Business incentives: Invite companies to send multiple attendees to your conference by providing them with a discount incentive.

Promotion: Advertise in newspapers and magazines of your industry, post ads on your website, post event in local event guide, invite media to preview and cover your event.

Do not forget to send Thank You letters to all your speaker and attendees.

Vintners a unique location Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk

Catering questions for wedding receptions Wedding receptions take a lot of planning, so it’s important to work closely with the venue manager and caterer.

No matter what size your wedding reception will be, it still requires good planning.

The responsibility of planning a flawlessly successful wedding reception can be daunting, from food, drink, entertainment through to seating charts and space for children, you have myriad details to consider.

Just do your homework, make informed decisions, and strive to keep the mood festive.

Questions to ask your caterer: Here is a list of questions to ask when meeting with caterers and site managers.

• Are menus set, or can you customize your own menu or use a family recipe?

• Can you arrange for a tasting at which you try some options for each course of the meal, the cake and wine?

• Can you see photos of other wedding receptions at the site?

• Do you have to pay a deposit to hold

the date? If so, how much is it and what does it cover?

• For how long is the site available, and is there a minimum time requirement?

Do you have to pay extra if the reception runs longer?

• What’s the cancellation policy? Is the deposit refundable?

• Does the cost cover just the food, or does it include linens, utensils, dishes and glassware rental, too?

• Does the per-person cost include the service staff and cleanup?

• Can they accommodate dietary restrictions if guests have any?

• Do they provide a children’s meal?

If so, is there a reduced cost per person?

• What are the shapes of the tables, and how many people can sit comfortably at each?

• Is there dedicated space for the bridal party, either for pictures or for freshening up before the party?

Marlborough Vinters Hotel general manager Tracy Purcell

Choose Marlborough Vintners Hotel for your next conference, wedding or private function and enjoy the beautiful scenery from the hotel’s indoor and outdoor areas.

With its charming mountain, orchard and vineyard settings Marlborough Vintners Hotel sets the perfect scene for large, small and intimate functions.

For conferences up to 100 people can be seated, and for cocktail events up to 200 people can be catered for.

A separate boardroom can seat up to 30 for conferences, and if booked for small dining parties up to 24 people.

New general manager Tracy Purcell, who recently relocated from a five star Fijian resort says Marlborough Vintners Hotel strives to create/host events that are personal to the client.

“We create menus to suit the client’s needs while showcasing the best of Marlborough’s food produce and wines,” she says.

Because Marlborough Vintners Hotel is “winery neutral”, it makes it the ideal place for winemakers to hold promotional wine showcases.

“We simply compliment their wines with a menu to match,” Tracy says.

When it comes to weddings Tracy and her team are now creating tailor made packages.

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Luxury Boutique Vineyard Weddings , Taylor made packages , Special Rates for 2012/2013 Season. , “Call in and meet myself and my team to discuss Luxury Boutique Vineyard Weddings, Tailor made packages, Special Rates for 2012/2013 Season www.mvh.co.nz • 190 Rapaura Road • Marlborough • 08000 MVH 190 how we can cater for your next function,” Tracey says. www.mvh.co.nz • 190 Rapaura Road • Marlborough • 08000 MVH 190

Choose Mercure for your Event The Mercure Picton Marlborough Sounds is located next to Picton Marina and ferry terminal.

The newly refurbish conference facilities are an excellent choice for your next special event or meeting.

Pillar less and naturally lit with built in audio visual equipment and climate control, the Kaipupu room can cater for up to 200 delegates (theatre style). With its idyllic surroundings Mercure Picton Marlborough Sounds offers unique breakout and teambuilding options.

Whether it be a small meeting, a large conference or an intimate wedding, The Mercure Picton is the ideal location.

For enquiries email: foodandbeverage@mercurepicton.co.nz Phone: 03 573 7002

We make getting together so easy with The Winery Riverlands Winter Conference Package Only $49.50 per delegate* PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Morning tea and coffee with freshly baked muffins • Working style lunch • Afternoon tea and coffee with chef’s favourite cookies or slice • Riverlands Lounge meeting room hire • Standard audiovisual equipment • Mints and water station • Includes complimentary tea and coffee on arrival Valid until 30 September 2012 *conditions apply

Only 4 minutes drive south of Blenheim on State Highway 1 Ph 03 579 2561 E enquiries@thewinery.co.nz

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WALKER/GIDDY: James and Sarah welcome Milly Page Walker. A little sister to Zak on 26th June at Wairau hospital. (7lb 11oz). Thank you to Nikky Taylor and all the maternity ward staff.

STEBBINGS/ROBBINS: Brad and Jodi are pleased to announce the arrival of our beautiful second girl Liliana.

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BUUNK: Ian and Julie are excited to welcome Fenton Ewan on 26th June 2012 at Wairau hospital. 11:12pm. A little brother for Henry. Thanks to Marion and Gary and all the staff on the ward.

ABBOTT: Bruce and Caroline are very pleased to announce the safe (but challenging) arrival of their second baby boy, Lucas Hornby (8lbs 7oz) on 4 June 2012. A brother for Ethan. Very many heartfelt thanks to Angela and Sonja for all their support throughout the birth and post care, and thanks to all the staff on the maternity ward. (Photo provided)

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BLEE: It’s a boy! Seamus and Sarah (nee Van Lent) are most proud to welcome Harrison Ollie Joe Constan Blee, born 24 May (6lb 11oz). A massive thank you to all of the maternity staff, Shona and Helen. Special thank you to Wendy, family and friends for your support. (Photo provided)

MAXWELL: Byron and Phillippa are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their new baby boy, Byron III Phillip (7lb 3oz) on June 12 2012, at 12:46pm at Wairau hospital. Special thanks to Emma Barnett and all of the maternity staff. (Photo provided)

Wairau Maternity are asking for the return of its “Breastfeeding Naturally” DVDs once women have finished with them.

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MuM OF THE WEEK Congratulations to Sarah Giddy 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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For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be prepaid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

Blenheim Healing Rooms Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am 1pm. Stonewood Homes Office, 68 High Street. Free Christian healing prayer available to anyone. Phone 5789704

Goodwill Sale At St Christophers Hall Weld St (opp Countdown) this Friday 9am to 12 noon. Usual great bargains of secondhand goods.

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: 5795304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

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 Blue Door

Is open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Item surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.

The Peoples’ Market New Winter location 10am-1pm. Seymour Street Carpark. Jams, Books, Plants, Crafts, produce, pears flower, 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.

BEVERIDGE, Doreen Ann: On July 2, 2012, peacefully, at Wairau Hospital Blenheim. Aged 85 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Adam Beveridge and the late Jim Henderson, much loved mother and motherin-law of Rober t (Bob) Henderson, and Graham and Olwyn Henderson.

Loved Grandma and Nana of Tyler, and Nakayla; and James, Alexandra and Ben. Loved stepmother of Neville Beveridge, and Cheryl and Jim Cagney, and Doreen to Lisa and James. Messages t o 16 Ly b s t e r S t r e e t , Blenheim 7201. Family and friends of Doreen are invited to a service at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutchison and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 1.00pm Friday July 6, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BRIGGS, Edith Cavell: Peacefully, at her home in Blenheim on June 30 2012, surrounded by her family. In her 95th year. Loved wife of the late Lester, loved mother and mother-in-law of Bob and Shirley, Marilyn, Ken, the late Allan, and Val, and Fiona and Ross Chapman and loved grandma of Joanne, and Shane; Mark, Brent, Anton; Allan, Paul, Natascha; Donna, Lester and all of their partners and loved great grandma

and Gran. Messages to 6 Bank St Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers donations to the Nelson/Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 2227 Stoke Nelson. The funeral service for Edith will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson & Parker Sts, at 2 pm Thursday July 5 followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

MacLEOD, Stuart Murray: On June 30 2012, peacefully, at Kaikoura Hospital. In his 86th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Elsie, much loved father and fatherin-law of Leagh and Willie Ford, Adrienne and Mike Lowe (London), Malcolm and Sally (Lawrence), Neil (Auckland ) and Jamie (Jakarta), loved grandad of Tim, Gerard, Amy, and Ben; Rowan, and Waldo; Andrew, and Allistair; and Ella, also great grandad of his 8 great grandchildren. Messages to the MacLeod family, 1A Hasting St Kaikoura 7300.

The funeral service for Stuart will be held at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church on the Hill, Kaikoura, Thursday July 5 at 2 pm followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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Opening special. Free mini facial with your 2nd visit. Beauty treatments include: waxing, eye treatments, facials, pedicures, manicures, including Shellac, the long lasting nail colour, massage and reflexology. Ring Lesley (Beauty Therapist) 573 7052 or 021 202 8721 D E N T U R E S - Ad vanced Prosthetic Treatment. Premium Dentures. Natural looks thanks to digital precision at Blenheim Denture Studio. 71 Alfred Street. Ph 578 4344 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.

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50 grove Road, Blenheim.Phone 579 6046 COllECTABlES arrived @ Souchebys Antiques. 50 Grove Road, Blenheim. Phone 579 6046 FURNITURE arrived @ Souchebys Antiques, 50 Grove Road, Blenheim. Phone 579 6046

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D E N T U R E S - Ad vanced Prosthetic Treatment. Premium Dentures. Natural looks thanks to digital precision at Blenheim Denture Studio. 71 Alfred Street. Ph 578 4344

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CENTRAl, tidy flat, 2 bedroom plus office/ Nursery. Single garage, heat pump, easy care section. No cats. References essential, $260 per week. Phone B&N Properties 573 8449.

FAIRHAll Large 4 bedroom house, recently renovated, double garage, 4 lock-up storage sheds remote from house, vineyard location, close to town.

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Sales Professional Wanted We are looking for a professional sales person to join our busy team.

You will have a proven record in sales and building client relationships.

The person we want to employ must be a real ‘people person’ , hungry for success and career minded, professional, hard working and self motivated.

You will join our passionate local team, working on the region’s only locally owned and operated newspaper that is now publishing twice weekly Email your CV and covering letter to: tanya@blenheimsun.co.nz les@blenheimsun.co.nz

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Thornhill Horticultural Contracting is a well-established, large supplier of labour to the Viticulture industry in Marlborough.

Thornhill is a registered Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) recruiting specific staff from New Zealand, Thailand and the Pacific Islands, to fulfil the needs of its valued vineyard clients.

We currently have a position available for a Vineyard Supervisor.

Applicants must have the following: • At least three years experience • Be able to report to management and complete paperwork on time • Reliable and have a tidy work ethic • Preference will be given to an experienced Supervisor, but is not essential as full training will be given.

• Be able to work long hours when required • Have excellent communication skills • A good understanding of RSE policy • Clean drivers license In the first instance, please forward a brief email to john@thornhillnz. co.nz no later than 13th July, 2012 explaining previous work history and contact details.

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Do you have the ability to be completely honest, continually caring and empowering at the same time?

If so, the following position might be for you: Marlborough District Mental Health Advocate Part time position 20hrs We require: • A commitment of empathy for people with a Mental Health Issue.

• Good written and verbal communications skills.

• Accountability and confidentiality a must • A previous Not for profit Organisation work experience desired • Commitment to attend training • Leadership skills Please apply in writing by 3pm 06/07/2012 to: Attn: Katrina Martin C.A.R.E. Marlborough 26 Percy Street, Blenheim. 7201 All enquiries to Katrina : (03)578 0302

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Make your experience count Do you have three hours a week to spare?

Are you a good listener?

Have you had a variety of life experiences?

If you have answered yes to the questions above, then we should be talking.

Lifeline Marlborough operates a confidential telephone counselling service 24/7.

We need more volunteers to step up to the mark to enable us to further develop our services.

You will be fully trained, and once trained there is full support and ongoning training.

You can really make a difference for those who feel that they have no-one else to turn to.

Next training dates late July.

Just call Vienna Lucas on 578 7503 for an informal chat, or write to her at Lifeline Marlborough, 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim

Office/Accounts Administrator We are looking for a reliable, efficient person with personality to join our small but friendly team.

Work is on a part-time basis (we are flexible with hours & days but ideally 9.00am – 3pm, Mon, Wed, Fri) This role involves sole charge of office duties, entering of job sheets and invoices (accounts receivable & payable), receipts & banking, wages, answering the phone, taking orders from customers, entering of spray diaries & SWNZ. As the ideal candidate for this position you will have: •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A friendly yet professional phone manner.

• Experience dealing with accounts receivables/ payables, bank reconciliations and payroll.

•Excellent computer skills, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and experience with Quantum would be an advantage.

• Attention to detail, proactive and able to work unsupervised • Willingness to learn new skills If this sounds like you, please forward your cv and covering letter to: roseag@xtra.co.nz or PO Box 23, Blenheim 7240.

Please phone Tracy on 5786580 or 0274441404 if you require further information.

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A competitive hourly rate will be given to the successful applicant and transport to and from our Seddon-based winery will be provided.

Please send covering letter and CV to jeff.fyfe@yealands.co.nz Applications close Monday 23rd July.

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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.

Nelson Marlborough Medical Officer of Health Dr Ed Kiddle said, “Reports of gastroenteritis in the community could possibly be Norovirus; which is an unpleasant illness that normally lasts for 1-2 days. Symptoms include diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle pain, headaches, and fever.”

He said for most people the illness is a nuisance, however, norovirus can be more severe for the very young, elderly, or for people with long-term medical conditions.

“If you are concerned about yourself or a family member seek advice from Healthline 0800 611 116 or your local medical centre.

“Although there is no specific treatment for norovirus it is important to continue drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Signs of dehydration can include a dry mouth and tongue, sunken eyes, cold hands and feet, and unusual sleepiness or lack of energy,” said Dr Kiddle.

“Norovirus is very infectious, it is carried in the gut and spreads by having direct contact with a sick person and not washing your hands well, by eating food that has been contaminated by the virus, or by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your mouth.

“People are still infectious with norovirus until 48 hours after their symptoms stop.

People are being advised to thoroughly wash and dry their hands.

“If you are sick with diarrhoea or vomiting, you should stay away from child centres, school or work. It is also important to not visit rest homes, hospitals, or be out in large groups of people whilst you have symptoms and for 48 hours after the symptoms stop. You should also not prepare food for others during this time,” said Dr Kiddle.

He said the best way to avoid infection and to prevent passing the virus on to others is to thoroughly wash and dry your hands. This is particularly important after using the toilet or before handling food.

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Let’s all row to London Story and photo by Annabelle Latz A community physical challenge is upon us.

To row to London.

That is the suggestion from Reuben Harvey, sports tutor at Marlborough Community College.

London is 18,836km away, and he said a group effort from the Marlborough community can ensure it is achieved.

“I just thought we should do something for the Olympics, and rowing is such a strong sport but not that noticed.”

Reuben said having five Olympic rowing representatives is an achievement that should not go unnoticed.

Reuben said rowing is for everyone from work place teams to individuals of all ages.

Pursuits Gym at Marlborough Lines Stadium will house rowing machines for anyone to add their distances.

The clock started on June 25, and stops on July 28, the day the rowing begins at Eton Dorney, London.

“We need a lot of people to get involved, to row 500km/day as a community.”

He said challenges will be set up amongst sports groups, schools, the sports academy, businesses, and a few prizes might be in the mix as well.

“Rowing this many kilometers is just a taster of the hard work that rowers put in.”

Adrian Riepen is one of eight Central Rowing Club members clocking up daily kilometers at the Central Region Performance Centre, based on the Wairau River.

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Erin-Monique Shelton rows for Central Rowing Club, one of the members clocking up the kilometres to add to Marlborough's community effort to row to London.

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Team mate Owen O’Brien said it was great publicity for the sport.

In four days the Central Rowing Club members clock up just under 400km on the rowing machines, (ergs); about two hours total effort each.

“People think it’s an easy looking sport, but it’s not easy,” said Central Rower Erin-Monique Shelton.

Anyone taking part in the

challenge can sign a support banner which will be sent over to the Marlborough Olympic Rowers Joseph Sullivan, Sean O’Neill, Robbie Manson, Fiona Paterson, and Louise Trappitt.

Mark James from Central Rowing said it is a sport for people of all ages, and this community challenge is a great way to highlight this.

For further information, call Reuben on 035775190 or 0221600446.

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Must win weekend for Wairau Taniwha team

By Annabelle Latz The Wairau Taniwha rugby league team must win this weekend to stay in the Tasman Rugby League competition.

They had a narrow loss to the Tahuna Tigers at Athletic Park on Saturday afternoon, 22-20.

The local side was slightly up on points at half time, but the intercepted tries from the Tigers in the second half denied them the overall win.

“We scored six tries and the other team

got four, so they won on conversions, which shows we just have to get the kicks over,” said Taniwha manager John Hart.

Out of the five teams now in the Tasman competition, Wairau Taniwha are sitting fourth equal with Wanderers Wolves, from the Nelson area.

Taniwha play Wolves this weekend, in Nelson.

Playoffs begin next weekend.

Co-manager of Wairau Taniwha Powhiri

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Cooper said the crowd was great on Saturday, and there has been great support all season for the side that has not featured in the Tasman competition for a decade.

He said the Tasman competition has been tight from the start, and the overall form has been pretty good.

Although the side has lost its last three games away, it beat Stoke at home in June.

“It’s been really good; it shows what we have to come up with next year,” said Powhiri.

On track with international squash campaign Story and photo by Annabelle Latz Megan Craig is three tournaments into her Australian international squash campaign, and is bracing herself for the intensity to come.

The 19 year-old Blenheim-based squash professional has spent the past few weeks between Perth and Adelaide, making her mark amongst the best on the circuit of the Australian Wispa, (Women’s International Squash Players Association.)

Based as either sixth or seventh seed, she made quarter final and semi final stages each time.

“At the start, players were like ‘Who is this kiwi coming over and beating our players?’”

One of the highlights was in a quarter final against a Dutch third-seed player in Perth in May. “I had the biggest game plan, and I did exactly what I wanted to do, it was amazing.”

Megan lost the semi-final to the first seed player from Hong Kong.

At two separate tournaments in Adelaide, Megan came up against Amanda Landers-Murphy, 21 year-old top seeded kiwi; once in a semi-final and once in a quarter-final.

“I was gutted, I came so close both times, but that’s the way it goes.”

Overall, Megan was pleased with her first major campaign

on the international circuit, after attending just a handful of the competitions last year.

“It hasn’t gone quite to my plan, but I’ve been trying hard and I’ve learned a lot.”

Megan’s solid form in Australia has been reflected in her new international ranking.

Yesterday it was announced she is now 71st, 10 better than her previous ranking of 82nd.

Megan flies to Melbourne today, for the biggest competition to date of her career.

She then continues on to Tasmania and Sydney.

“It’s going to be a lot of squash in the next two months.”

Megan aims to keep doing her best, and learning as much as she can.

“I always say I’ve got nothing to lose.”

Megan will not have an issue waiting at airports, having just signed up for a correspondence-based double diploma in fitness and personal training, through Max Fitness.

“I decided that after squash I needed someMarlborough squash professional Megan Craig has been back home for thing else. I love it, it’s exactly what I wanted a short visit, taking a break from her competitions in Australia, part of the to do, I’m excited now.” international circuit.

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