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By Frances Chin

Marlburians are making good use of the new SH1 Ōpaoa River Bridge.

The construction of the new bridge hasn’t been easy towards the end with COVID-19 causing delays, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency project manager, Andrew Adams says.

When the SH1 Ōpaoa River Bridge’s construction started in October, 2018 the finish date was projected to be mid-2020.

Continued on page 2 Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency project manager Andrew Adams, network managment coordinater Deanna Gleason, and Downer site engineer Karl Jackson stand on the new SH1 Ōpaoa River Bridge.

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“It would be fair to say we were going to finish on schedule until COVID happened,” Andrew says.` Andrew has been project manager of Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s Blenheim office for the last 20-years.

“We lost five to six weeks during Level 4. It’s a shame, because we were at a crucial time in pavement construction,” he says.

After Level 3 was announced construction restarted on April 28 with new protocols in place to protect

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“We had mindful work processes in place to manage COVID,” Andrew says. “The workers were 100 percent behind the new procedures.

Things like social distancing and signing in. It was challenging, having different smoko rooms, and cleaning everything at the end of each shift.

The work force embraced it really well.”

“Health and safety has been paramount in order to protect our workers.

I think we’ve done that really well,”

he says.

Now, the project is in its final state of construction. With northbound drivers now allowed to cross the bridge the general mood seems to be positive; with people receiving thumbs up and waves from drivers going past.

In comparison to the old or “banana” bridge, the new bridge has no spans — meaning the drive across is much quieter.

“People have mentioned the quietness,” Andrew says.

Th project manager speaks highly of the old bridge, praising its design and the effort that went into its construction. He looks forward to “sprucing it up” towards the end of the project.

“The old bridge is very iconic entry into Blenheim," he says. "It’s great that it is being retained and given new life as a walking bridge.

“It’s served its time, and done its duty.”

Northbound and southbound traffic will be using the new SH1 Ōpaoa River Bridge from this week onwards.

Marlborough celebrates art and wine with new event

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The Marlborough Art & Wine Fair is a collaborative exhibition of 24 leading artists from Marlborough featuring paintings, ceramic art, sculptures, and photographic art.

It open at The Wine Station on Monday, June 29 and this inaugural event will continue over a 12-week period.

The original Marlborough Art and Wine Fair was due to be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre for a week over Queen’s Birthday and was postponed due to Covid-19. During lockdown, event organisers and directors of The Wine Station decided to reformat the event to use the best of both to capture two of Marlborough’s greatest assets, its creative talent and world-renowned wines.

The Wine Station, situated in the renovated 1906 heritage Blenheim railway station building, has been reconfigured as an art and wine gallery and guests will be able to choose from 80 Marlborough

wines on tasting while enjoying the exceptional art on display.

Four artists are exhibiting their work every two weeks at The Wine Station and this concept will continue for the 12-week period. Each group of artists will have a combined launch event at the beginning of their two-week exhibition and will be aligned with a local charity.

“We are very excited about this event which showcases Marlborough’s creative talent. The Wine Station is a supporter of the ‘Buy Local’ campaign and sees this as a great way to help local charities and artists,” says director, Angela Wentworth.

“Marlborough is world-renowned as a celebrated wine region and boasts an incredible amount of artistic talent. The Marlborough Art & Wine Fair will be a celebration of our best art and wine.”

The first two weeks is currently showing four talented artists, Brian Baxter, Clarry Neame, Joanna

Twenty four artists will be displaying at The Wine Station situated at the Railway Station.

Dudson-Scott and Liz Anderson with half of the gallery fee going to Hospice Marlborough.

The next two weeks ushers in Colin Wynn, Liz Kempthorne, Olaf Mengeringhausen and Val Griffith-Jones with half of

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The Trout Hotel is hosting a High Tea event this Sunday and will be selling vintage china tea cups, plates and saucers, with the proceeds going to Alzheimers Marlborough.

Much of the china has been donated for the cause. To attend the cost is $5 for the High Tea, and the event takes place in the hotel’s dining room from 2pm.

By Chloe Ranford, Local Democracy Reporter

A long-awaited library and art gallery project in Blenheim is among $2.6 billion worth of infrastructure projects the Government has approved to kickstart the battered economy.

The Government announced last Wednesday morning it would cover $11 million of the project’s $20m bill – $15m of which was originally set to be covered by Marlborough ratepayers.

Marlborough Mayor John Leggett said he was unsure how the $11m figure was landed on, and whether the funding would be used to cover the council’s share or be spread out to include the Millennium Art Gallery Foundation Trust’s $5m costs.

But he said either way, it was a win for the region.

“We know the COVID-19 emergency will have a serious impact on our tourism, retail, hospitality and construction sectors. This project will help support new, local jobs here and provide a destination for visitors to Blenheim, drawing them into our town centre.”

The library and art gallery, first mooted for Blenheim in 2009, had taken “longer than anticipated” to get under way, after its funding was instead funnelled into water schemes in 2015.

But had the project been funded five years ago, as planned, and the schemes funded now, then the council might not have received the Government grant and had to pay for both in full.

“Timing is everything,” John said.

The council announced a tender

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Police appeal for information after flyers delivered

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Police are appealing for any witnesses or information regarding flyers delivered around Blenheim overnight on 26/27 June 2020.

The content of the handwritten flyers was of a derogatory nature and Police believe they were distributed to several mailboxes throughout Blenheim.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed a flyer being distributed, or if someone has CCTV that captured it being delivered.

Anyone with information is asked to call Police on 105 and quote file number 200629/4251, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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The new library and art gallery in Blenheim will receive $11 million from central government, easing the burdon on Marlborough ratepayers. Image provided.

requesting interest in those wanting to construct the build, which closes on July 15.

The $11m of funding council had budgeted for the project, which was no longer required, would not be spent on any other projects at this stage.

“It really just relieves some pressures around other matters,” John says.

The Government’s funding also means the council can keep the proceeds from selling one of its most high-profile commercial properties.

The Marlborough District Council had planned to sell its Queen St property, housing the health hub and Noel Leeming,

to help pay for the $20 million riverside project.

But the announcement meant the council could put the money from the sale into council coffers.

The council called for proposals to purchase the health hub and Noel Leeming building prior to Covid-19. The cut-off date was April 3, but no responses were received, a council spokesman said.

The council would revisit the sale in the future, he said.

The council made the decision to sell the property in early 2019 to help fund the new library and art gallery project.

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health system review in June proposed district health boards stop contracting out to primary health organisations (PHOs).

The council also planned to sell the old Blenheim library in 2024, two years after construction on the new project was expected to finish, in September 2022.

Proceeds from the sale would go into council reserves. The council was unsure where to put the proceeds from the sale of the Queen St property.

He said the project was a “shot in the arm” for Marlborough’s construction industry, and would support and create many other jobs during its build, set to wrap up in September 2022.

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has found that an officer was justified in shooting an offender who ran towards him with the apparent intent to cut or stab him with a knife during an incident on July 28, 2019.

The man threatened a woman and her daughter with a knife, then stole their car.

Police pursued, using road spikes to bring it to a stop. The man then ran towards the officer with a knife in his hand. The officer drew his Glock pistol and repeatedly told the man to drop his knife. However, the man continued to come towards him, so the officer fired a shot which hit the man’s arm. He was arrested and received medical treatment. The Authority found the officer’s use of force was justified because he genuinely believed the man would seriously injure or kill him and fired the shot to defend himself.

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Theft from unlocked vehicles By community constable Russ Smith

Over the last week Police have been investigating multiple thefts from vehicles and several thefts of vehicles in Blenheim that the offenders found parked in driveways, carports and on the street, mainly at night.

The Police subsequently arrested two 16-year-old males who will face multiple charges in Youth Court.

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two other youths who have been referred to Youth Aid Section.

At least two of the vehicles that these youths were involved in stealing sustained significant damage.

The concerning thing about the vehicles that were stolen and those that had property stolen from them, is that almost all of them had been left unlocked and those that were driven off by the offenders had keys in them, making it easy for

these youths to unlawfully take them.

Please don’t make the same mistakes that these other vehicle owners did.

Always lock your vehicle up securely when you leave it and don’t leave anything of value in it when you do so.

It goes without say that no matter how safe you think your neighbourhood is, leaving a vehicle

key in the unlocked vehicle is a huge risk if the wrong person is snooping around.

If they drive it off, cause wheel or engine damage, or crash it, you’ll be out of pocket and without a vehicle for some time, even if you’re lucky enough to have an insurer agree to pay out.

Help keep crime out of our community – don’t leave opportunities for criminals!

Puppy love: Bylaw review suggests lifting CBD dog ban in Blenheim

By Chloe Ranford Local Democracy Reporter

A bylaw review in Marlborough has paved the way for dogs to make a permanent return to Blenheim’s town centre.

The Marlborough District Council is looking at its dog control bylaw for the first time in 10 years, with an early draft recommending the central business district (CBD) become dog-friendly again.

Proposed changes to the bylaw will be discussed by the council’s animal sub-committee on Friday and approved by full council next month, before going out for

public consultation for at least four weeks.

Key discussion points will be the extent to which dogs can enter Blenheim’s CBD, Pollard Park and some playgrounds. The bylaw will also set down which areas dogs can be off leash.

Dogs were banned from the Blenheim CBD in 2012, after a 2010 bylaw review. They were allowed in town last October as a trial to see if the ban should be lifted.

The trial coincidence with the 65th Black Hawk National Dog Show. Business owners lapped up the trial, providing water bowls, treats and some even welcomed dogs on a lead into their store.

No formal complaints were laid

during the trial.

Councillor Jamie Arbuckle, who chaired the animal control sub-committee, said the council expected the bylaw to draw in a high number of submissions. “[The] council recognises the positive role dogs play in the lives of their owners and the wider community, and also the importance of a dog control bylaw that is up to date and fit for purpose.”

“It’s important that the community engages in the review process.”

People who wanted to talk the council through their submission would be heard before Christmas, but after submissions closed. The bylaw review was expected to wrap up early next year.

Dog control bylaw timeline: 2010 – Dog control bylaw review October 1, 2012 – Dog control bylaw comes into effect October 2019 – Dog ban lifted in one-month trial July 2020 – New bylaw discussed by animal control sub-committee August 2020 – Council approves the bylaw for public consultation Late 2020 – Submissions on bylaw open Late 2020 – Submissions on bylaw close Late 2020 – Hearings held at the council Early 2021 – New bylaw adopted.

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Grove Road report finds through-traffic volumes are low An independent report by Cardno, a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, shows that a bypass to the east of Blenheim would not alleviate traffic congestion along State Highway 1/ Grove Road.

The report was commissioned by Marlborough District Council and will be presented to the Assets and Services Committee this Thursday.

Councillor Francis Maher, Regional Transport Committee Chair, says the report shows that the volume of traffic travelling through Blenheim using State Highway 1 from the Wairau River to Riverlands without stopping is less than 1,000 vehicles a day, while traffic volumes circulating in Central Blenheim are 24,500 vehicles a day.

“The through traffic equates to just 8% of overall traffic flows.

“The number of vehicles travelling through Blenheim from Koromiko to Smith’s Overbridge at Redwood Pass is only 285 on an average week day, or 4.6% of the overall total.

“It’s clear that the volume of vehicles passing through Blenheim is a very small proportion of the traffic. Building a bypass would therefore not reduce traffic congestion because most of our traffic is local trips.

“We recognise there is traffic congestion at peak times on Grove Road and I’m pleased

to see the report suggests a number of short term improvements to some intersections that would help,” he said.

The data was collected in October 2019, well before the COVID-19 pandemic. A review of turning counts at the three roundabouts on SH1 (Nelson Street, Alfred Street, Redwood Street) shows a higher proportion of right turning movements than at typical intersections.

There is a high level of traffic demand between Nelson Street and Sinclair Street in the north, and Redwood Street and Main Street in the south.

The Regional Transport Committee recommended the report is forwarded to Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency to consider, including the suggested improvements: • Adding an extra northbound lane at the Alfred Street intersection • Installing a roundabout at the Budge Street intersection • Removing some short-term parking along Grove Road • Reviewing the operation of the railway pedestrian crossing • Reducing the length of the traffic island at the northern exit to the Redwood Street roundabout.

Councillors will hear a presentation by report author, Laura Skilton, at the Assets and Services Committee meeting tomorrow.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street.

Q: What do you like about celebrating Matariki?

Anita Goalathwe Blenheim I like to look at the stars.

Harley Koroheke Blenheim I like to make the kites.

Hunter Williams Blenheim I like it when the stars shine bright.

Letters to the editor Letters on issues of community interest are welcomed. Guidelines are that they should be no longer than 150 words.

They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even when a nom de plume is provided for publication.

The editor reserves the right to abridge letters or withhold letters from publication.

Email them to news@blenheimsun. co.nz or send a fax to phone 577 -7863.

Please note that your name and street address MUST be provided with emails.

Ollie Rowe Blenheim I like it when the seven sisters are in the sky.

Oplick Batoo Blenheim What I like about celebrating Matariki is seeing the stars and learning about the sisters.

Peter James Blenheim I like that I get to spend time with my family.

Re: Jacob’s sports column Well done on your comments on the Christchurch “stadium” and on the Warriors.

As you rightly pointed out they aren’t fighting a war 10000 miles away from home and are getting paid more than the soldiers did without being in fear of losing their lives.

All Black teams went away for three months and more. In 1967 the daily allowance was 10/- In 1905 that team got 3/6 a day!

As for the “stadium or “Orangetheory” stadi-

um whatever that is called after, it’s a disgrace but I am going next week as Margaret, a red and black one eyed devotee, wants me to see my old team get a hiding.

It’s a night game and will cost $60 a seat. She picked the south stand as she knows about the famous Canterbury southerly! I shall not be eating there although the beef brisket sounds interesting!

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Havelock police receive life-saving defibrillators The Havelock Police cover a wide area, from French Pass to Okaramio and are often the first responders at an accident or medical emergency. Having a defibrillator in each of their cars could mean saving a life.

Recognising this need two Havelock community groups; Pelorus Area Health Trust and the Havelock Lions Club, combined their resources to fund two defibrillators.

On June 26 both organisations presented the machines to Senior Constable Nigel Young and Constable Spencer Kingi of the Havelock Police.

The Pelorus Area Health Trust’s donation came from profits made from the sale of goods from its popular Charity Shop.

Trust Vice Chair, Val Seatter, says the trust uses profits from its Charity Shop to meet health needs in the Pelorus area, and defibrillators in the Police cars “is a very worthwhile project to partner with Havelock Lions”.

Assisting with last year’s Muddy Buddy

Senior Constable Nigel Young, Pelorus Area Health trustee Noeline Bryant, Havelock Lions Club President Debbie Healy, Trust Vice Chair Val Seatter, Club secretary Ian Cameron, Constable Spencer Kingi and Club project coordinator Dave Farrant. The two constables now have a defibrillator each to carry in their Police vehicles thanks to the generosity of the two organisations. Photo provided.

event and launching a Givealittle appeal; ‘Buddy Up to Save Lives’ saw the Havelock Lions raise close to $4000. From that one of the two defibrillators was purchased and any left over funds will be used for the annual maintenance of the machines and

purchase of pads.

Club president, Debbie Healy, says she was delighted that the wider Pelorus area would benefit from the gift and says they plan to make servicing of the machines an on-going project.

Grateful for the donation Marlborough Area Commander, Simon Feltham, says the defibrillators will be an “invaluable resource for the community”, particularly given the large and remote geographic area that Constables Nigel and Spencer cover.

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He korero no te Kaunihera o Wairau NEWS FROM THE MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT COUNCIL

Government funding welcomed for library and art gallery development Mayor John Leggett has welcomed the Government’s announcement of $11m in infrastructure funding for the new district library and art gallery planned for Blenheim’s CBD. “This is a shot in the arm for Marlborough’s construction industry and a vote of confidence in a long-planned Council redevelopment project.”

“The build alone will support and create many local jobs during its construction phase, which will take up to two years, starting this September. There will be many indirect employment, business and servicing benefits as well.”

“The new facility will revitalise downtown Blenheim. As well as being a fantastic new library and stunning new art gallery, it will also become the town’s community meeting place and hub and further enhance the Quays riverside precinct.”

“The current library in Blenheim already has 17,900 visitors a month and that will only increase with this new, multifunctional venue.”

The Mayor thanked Finance Minister Grant Robertson who took the time to meet with him and Council Chief Executive Mark Wheeler on a recent visit to Marlborough.

“We were able to outline to him a number of ‘shovel-ready projects’ in Marlborough, and the library/art gallery was one of those.”

The Mayor noted the new library and service centre in Waitohi/Picton has transformed users’ experience there, attracting 24 per cent more visitors since it opened in 2017, and has delivered a multi-use venue for many diverse community activities.

“We know the COVID-19 emergency will have a serious impact on our tourism,

Mayor John Leggett has welcomed an announcement by the Prime Minister of $600,000 in funding for Marlborough’s Catchment Care Programme, part of the national Jobs for Nature programme.

Jobs for Nature seeks to address major environmental needs and create jobs to stimulate New Zealand’s post-COVID economy.

“This new money will enable the Council to scale up our Catchment Care Programme over the next five years to deliver better freshwater quality outcomes, through stream bank planting, fencing and collaborative catchment enhancement planning.”

“It will mean regional-scale water quality benefits and also the creation of 15 local jobs.”

The work will be focused on degraded catchments identified in the Marlborough

Restored stream catchment

Environment Plan, such as Tuamarina, Are Are Creek and the Flaxbourne River.

The environmental benefits include reductions in soil runoff, improved river and stream habitat, better water quality, the removal of pest weeds and increased carbon sequestration.

The work is expected to get underway this Spring following people recruitment and local community consultation.

Havelock Community Pathway given green light Mayor John Leggett and Finance Minister Grant Robertson following their meeting last month

retail, hospitality and construction sectors.

This project will help support new, local jobs here and provide a destination for visitors to Blenheim, drawing them into our town centre.”

“The Millennium Public Art Gallery Trust want to upgrade their facilities to meet national and international exhibition and collection management requirements.”

“The new building will address the old art gallery’s inadequate storage and exhibition space and limited education facilities.”

The project’s construction is currently out to tender and closes on 15 July. The construction budget is just under $20m.

Waste Sorting Centre open for business Blenheim’s Waste Sorting Centre officially reopened on Monday 6 July.

The centre closed in January 2019 after a fire at the facility.

Council’s Solid Waste Manager Alec McNeil says the improved centre features a new tipping system that will make it easier and safer for people to use.

“Now people can push their rubbish on to a platform that lowers and tips into the sorting shed.”

“Anyone coming to the centre will be helped by transfer station attendants, so we ask that people follow their instructions on how to use the new system,” Mr McNeil said.

Under a new way of working, greenwaste and grass deliveries will continue to be collected at the existing site, along with general rubbish. When leaving the site, pay at the weighbridge as normal.

For further information go to www. marlborough.govt.nz/services/ recycling-and-resource-recovery/ recycling-and-resource-recovery-faqs/ waste-sorting-centre-faqs

Mayor welcomes stream restoration funding

The construction of the Havelock Community Pathway is underway following funding approved by the Council’s Small Townships Programme Sub-committee.

The one kilometre pathway will connect the Mahakipawa Road with Inglis Street allowing greater accessibility and connectivity for walkers and cyclists.

Small Townships Sub-committee Chair, Cynthia Brooks, said it’s great that progress can be made on the new pathway, which was identified by the Havelock community many years ago as a key piece of infrastructure for the town and wider community.

Council has been working closely with the Havelock Community Association and the Link Pathway Trust over the last few years to identify a suitable route and get relevant consents and budget in place to allow for the construction to start.

“The end result will be a fantastic asset for locals and visitors to the town – a real drawcard for Havelock. And the committee is particularly pleased that the project will be delivered by the Link Pathway Trust, a win, win,” Councillor

Brooks said.

Havelock Community Association Chair, Val Seatter, said the pathway has been a priority project for the community for many years.

“We are all thrilled that our original vision from the 2014 Havelock Community Plan is now becoming a reality,” Mrs Seatter said.

Link Pathway Trust spokesperson, Rick Edmonds said the project will include a combination of estuary boardwalks, dryland walkways and a bridge over to the cemetery.

“The new project will connect the Link Pathway with the Havelock Township providing safe access for walkers and cyclists, away from the main road,” Mr Edmonds said.

Construction has begun on Stage One which is approximately 600m long and runs from the end of Outram Street, below the cemetery before crossing the estuary below Brownlee Close.

There will be a new side path that links up to the State Highway at this point, but the main pathway heads alongside the estuary and finishes at Mahakipawa Road.

Positive Ageing – be seen to stay safe The new tipping system makes it safer and easier for you to off-load your rubbish from your vehicle

The new electric system makes tipping your rubbish into the sorting shed much easier

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Keeping active, even if it’s just a daily walk down the street, is important for good health. But statistics show that at least half a dozen pedestrians are injured on local streets each year.

With age, reactions tend to slow so it’s important to be aware if you have any limitations to your sight, hearing and general alertness.

It’s also important to make sure you can be seen at all times. During the day wear bright or light-coloured clothing. If you are walking in poor light or darkness it’s a good idea to carry a torch or use reflector tape on your jacket.

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Remember that the courtesy crossings in town are just that - you are reliant on the courtesy of a driver to stop and make eye contact before you step out. Never assume that a driver has seen you. For more information about courtesy and pedestrian crossings visit: https://bit.ly/2VEZ7RO If you lack confidence when it comes to crossing the road you can wait for others (or ask someone to accompany you). Don’t step out into the road from between parked cars and be wary of people reversing out of driveways.

Lastly, remember that mobility scooter riders must observe the rules for pedestrians too. Adjusting your scooter speed to a walking pace is safer for you and those around you.

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All the world’s a stage Long-time patrons of the arts Terence and Tricia Burtenshaw celebrated their 60th anniversary on Thursday, June 18, 2020. The couple speaks with Sun Reporter Frances Chin about their life together and their involvement in the Blenheim theatre scene.

“Our first performance together was Desert Song,” Tricia reminisces. “I was 16 and a half, and I was in the chorus. Terence was one of the leading men, playing Capt. Paul Fontaine.”

Back in the fifties, both Terence and Tricia were part of the Blenheim Amateur Operatic Society, now known as the Blenheim Musical Theatre.

Terence was newly arrived from Invercargill, with his family moving to Marlborough in order to purchase a service station. Tricia was born in Blenheim. She had joined the Operatic Society after viewing an incredible performance of Hamlet.

Due to a seven year age difference, Terence and Tricia didn’t meet for some time. With the women’s changing rooms being under the theatre’s stage, and the men’s changing rooms out the back, the two young performers didn’t have many chances to see each other.

“We’d meet at rehearsals, with the whole group together,” Terence says.

Eventually Terence and Tricia started spending more time together. They were married on June 18, 1960. After the birth of their son, Anthony, Tricia moved from the stage to wardrobe, while Terrence continued performing.

Tricia was head of wardrobe from 1964 to 1988.

“I used to tell the actors, be really nice to wardrobe ladies, as we can make you really uncomfortable,” Tricia laughs.

The theatre scene was very different in the mid-twentieth century; with theatre shows replacing Netflix and films as people’s main form of entertainment.

“When it was built by the Parker family, Her Majesty’s Theatre could seat 860 people,” says Tricia. “There were only 1000 people in town.

Everyone seemed to join in those days. It was a huge part of our life.”

“In 1961, I remember lining up with a pushchair to buy tickets to go to the show. The theatre was very much an institution for a town.”

Tricia and Terence Burtenshaw recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary together. The couple are long-time patrons of Blenheim Musical Theatre, with both receiving a Musical Theatre New Zealand Merit Award.

“Theatre should remain as a major institution,” adds Terence.

Terence has acted in almost every Blenheim theatre performance since joining. His favourite role was the abusive landlord Thenardier from Les Mis, staged in 1995.

“Blenheim audiences never used to give a standing ovation. At the end of Les Mis, the whole audience rose and applauded. It was the highlight of my career.”

The couple praises the talent and skill found in the Blenheim theatre scene; comparing it to an international level.

“There’s just so much talent,” Tricia says. “We’ve seen Phantom and Les Mis in Sydney and the West End. The one we put on here,

it was just as good, just as believable. Blenheim is very lucky with the talent and opportunity here.”

“Phantom of the Opera was a performance I never thought we could do here. To see it here, at such a high level, was amazing” To young musical theatre hopefuls, Terence and Tricia encourages them to make the most of Blenheim’s incredible opportunities.

“Blenheim is blessed,” Tricia says. “There is a lot of talent, and a lot of teachers. You’ve got the children’s theatre, a municipal band, an orchestra, and many singing and speech teachers. We’re very lucky.”

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“It’s like a sport,” Terence explains. “You don’t keep at the top unless you train. Music is the same.

It requires the same fitness, you must be physically fit.”

Now, after a life-time spent in the arts; the couple has much to show for it. Both Terence and Tricia are patrons of the Blenheim Musical Theatre, and were both awarded a Musical Theatre New Zealand Merit Award; with Terence receiving it in 1993, and Tricia receiving it in 2000. In addition to their memories and achievements; Terence and Tricia have their

loving family of son Anthony and three grand-daughters, which they are very proud of. The couple has also managed to maintain several decades long friendships with fellow theatre practitioners.

“We feel very lucky. We’ve got friends that we’ve made right through. It’s like a big family,” Tricia says.

Does the couple have any advice about staying married for six decades?

“We were in love when we got married. We still are,” Tricia says.

“In marriage, you have to believe in each other and support each other.”

“You do have to compromise,” Terence adds.

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Arrests following drug investigation Two people have been arrested and charged today following an investigation into the supply of methamphetamine in the Nelson/ Marlborough region.

The joint operation today between Nelson and Blenheim Police, with the support of the Armed Offenders Squad, saw the execution of four search warrants targeting known gang associates.

Police located a quantity of methamphetamine, a loaded shotgun and ammunition.

As a result, a 51-year-old man will

appear in the Blenheim District Court today on multiple drug-related charges including possession of methamphetamine for supply.

Illicit drugs continue to cause significant harm in our district.

We have no tolerance for the dealing of drugs in our community and we will continue to target those who persist with this offending,” says Tasman District Crime Services Manager, Detective Inspector Mark Chenery.

The investigation is ongoing and further charges are likely.

The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is hosting a holiday programme that will appeal to young and old alike; a “treasure hunt” where finders have to search the museum for animal war heroes who have gone “missing in action.”

“Younger ones can go through the museum with pamphlets and learn of the animal heroes,” Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre operations manager Jo McMillan says. “They can follow clues through the museum.”

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gramming. While visiting the Poppy Wall, when children saw the purple poppies representing fallen animals, they were curious about the role of animals in past wars. This inspired the ‘Discover Animal War Heroes’ activity.

“It wasn’t just people, there were lots of animals involved.”

“We’re educating the kids about the various animals that participated in the wars.”

“All the animals have happy endings.”

Some animal war heroes include Wojtek the Polish Army private.

Wojtek was found by Polish Army Troops, and was raised as a cub on

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Jo says that the holiday programme is an educational and fun way to learn about a serious part of history.

“It is quite a serious exhibit, so it’s good to put a fun twist on it.”

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By Celeste Alexander

Alzheimers Marlborough centre is a lot more colourful now thanks to a large wall hanging designed by a group of people who took part in CARE Marlborough’s art workshops last year.

It was during a visit to the organisation’s Art of Wellbeing exhibition that the flower themed wall hanging caught the eye of Alzheimers Marlborough day programme supervisor, Damaris Warnick.

“We take some of day programme ladies to places like art galleries and when we saw this hanging, we found ourselves going back to it.

“At the time I said I’d love to have it at the centre then found it was for auction so I put

our name down for it; one year later it’s here,” Damaris smiles.

The wall hanging was delivered yesterday

by CARE Marlborough board members and peer supporters, and blessed by Father Kevin Thompson.

Alzheimers Marlborough manager, Diane Tolley, was delighted with its arrival.

“It certainly brightens up the space… it’s really lovely,” she says.

CARE Marlborough is once again running its Art of Wellbeing exhibition which is open to the public to enter from September 21-27.

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Free immigration advice for migrants Help is at hand for temporary work visa holders who have been told to leave the country.

A pop-up immigration and travel consultancy clinic will be held at House of Travel in Blenheim from 9am to 4pm tomorrow (Thursday July 9) for those whose work visas expire between July 10 and September 24.

Straight Up NZ Immigration director Megan Rosene, Custom Immigration Consulting director, Kylie Sheard, and House of Travel owner operator, Trudy Geddes, will offer free, confidential advice to those affected.

Migrants just need to turn up between 9am and 10am and register to receive a call back when the advisers are ready to see them.

Megan says the business women involved were joining forces, offering their time for free, to help give back to Marlborough’s valued community of temporary visa holders.

She explains that while temporary visa holders who visas expired between April 2 and July 9 had their visas extended until September 25, those whose visas expire after July 10 did not received an extension and have been told by Immigration New Zealand they must make a plan to leave.

“So from the 10th of July if nothing is done, those who expire on that date or after will become unlawful in New Zealand.

“We felt it was unfair that people would be ending up in that situation through no fault of their own, and we wanted to help.”

A lot of the people caught out by this turn of events worked as essential workers during lockdown, she says.

“The vast majority were essential service workers, working the vintage, food processing, aged care or in supermarkets.

“They helped to keep our economy and our services running, and not at small risk to themselves in those early days when it was unclear how widely spread the COVID-19 virus was.”

A meeting was held in Blenheim last month attended by about 200 affected wine industry visa holders. Immigration officials speaking over Zoom told them they had to make a plan to go home, but Megan and Kylie felt that the visa holders needed more information about how to do that.

This could help the visa holder get access to support services, such as temporary accommodation assistance, Megan says.

Those attending are asked to bring their passport and a copy of their most recent visa if available.

The event is exclusively for those in Marlborough who did not qualify for the 25 September visa extension or whose visa has already expired.

Newspaper delivery – a first job for many Once upon a time the role of a ‘paper-boy’ was to stand on city streets calling out the name of the newspaper, or entice people to buy a copy by shouting out the headlines.

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Take care this winter Gritted roads, shady corners, black ice, slick bridge decks and poor visibility are just some of the variables that can catch people out when driving in winter, says Marlborough Roads regional road safety engineer Andy High.

Andy regularly drives along SH6 between Renwick and Nelson, and says this stretch of road is a prime example of the hazards of winter driving.

Drivers can easily get lulled into a false sense of security along the long sweeping stretches between Renwick and the Rai Valley, he says.

“Then there is a series of tight corners in the Collins Valley and on the Rai and Whangamoa saddles in particular that have trees on both sides and the road can get very slippery in winter.

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Shaded or damp roads and bridge decks in particular are all susceptible to black ice and drivers need to slow down and approach with caution, Andy says.

“Drive as if you expect it to be icy. Grit-treated roads are only marginally better than

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Since purchasing the business, which is located upstairs in The Forum building, Owen has faced two major challenges; fire damage and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

However, with an equally-as-passionate team behind him Owen is happy to say the business is doing well.

His focus is now on creating a ‘premium’ experience for his customers by bringing a touch of the city to Dolce.

His first step in doing this was to bring in restaurant manager, Harsh Prashar, who Owen worked with at an Auckland hotel for five years.

“I convinced him to come down as I felt we needed a city influence in Blenheim,” Owen says. “His style of service is very polished.”

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His team consists of duty manager, Sela Tongotongo, who Owen calls his “coffee master”.

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Impressing customers with his cocktail skills is Dean Fox, Owen’s first permanent hire after Lockdown.

“He is amazing behind the bar and very passionate about his cocktails,” Owen says. “I’m all about people bringing their passion to the workplace and using their creativity.”

Specialising in customer service is Kierra Velasquez.

“She’s been with me since the first week I took over and while she’s still at high school, she has a good work attitude and provides great service,” Owen says.

Working in the kitchen as Owen’s right hand is Larrissa Sadd who customers will often see preparing the pizza doughs fresh each morning.

“It’s great to have her help as I’m spreading my time between the kitchen and running the business,” Owen adds.

“I wish we had the space to mention more about everyone as we have some other friendly faces who also work here part-time including George McHugh, Ruan Geyser, and Sarayah Casey.

“My whole team is fantastic and they strive to make every experience memorable,” he says.

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Renwick’s royal visit

By Celeste Alexander

A friendship club that meets in Renwick once a week received a surprise royal visit last Friday.

Pictured with Queen Elizabeth (Jenny Reeve) are Lyn Wratt, Pam Price, Robyn Shaw and Dot Scott, a group of ladies who help to organise the club's events.

There were gasps of surprise and a few seconds of disbelief on some faces during a surprise ‘royal’ visit to a friendship group in Renwick last Friday.

Blenheim’s very own ‘Queen Elizabeth’ was invited along to the Monday Club, a social group made up of members aged 60-years and over which meets weekly at the Wairau Anglican Parish in Renwick.

Only a select few knew the group was being joined by royalty which is none other than Jenny Reeve, a local florist who is well known for dressing as the Queen and attending local events.

Inside the church hall were some Union Jack flags draped over the table settings to set the scene, and a special seat was reserved for “Her Majesty” at the head of the table.

Club coordinator, Robyn Shaw, says it was a “fun idea” suggested by one of the members.

“It was certainly a surprise,” Robyn says.

“Normally we meet on a Monday but because the Queen has a busy schedule we changed this get-together to Friday.”

The Monday Group has been going for around six years and began with eight members.

Today it has nearly 20 members who come from Blenheim and Renwick.

Robin’s recipe finds sweet success

By Frances Chin

Marlborough food writer Robin Martin has been writing recipes for the last thirty odd years. Her deep dish apple pie recipe is featured in NZ Food Writers’ first electronic cook book, Cosy; with the proceeds made going to charity Meat the Need.

A long-time member of NZ Food Writers, it was during Lockdown when Robin saw a call for recipes posted on the NZ Food Writer’s Facebook page. Robin has been a part of the NZ food writing scene for decades. Previously, she worked for 22 years as Food Editor for NZ Women’s Weekly; taking over from the “icon in food writing” Tui Flower.

At one point, she was the most sucessful author in terms of cook books sold in the country.

Robin was not even in Marlborough during Lockdown; being stuck in Auckland after her flights were cancelled. The food writer decided to wait until others had chosen their recipes—then asked if any recipes

were needed.

“They came back, and said ‘we could do with a dessert.’ I thought, oh god, it would be easier to do a slow cooked something.”

Looking for an idea, Robin asked her husband what he would like for pudding. His answer was, of course, ‘apple pie.’ The food writer liked the idea, due to the ease of the recipe, and her own personal connection to the dessert.

“You can do it in a cake tin. Most people have cake tins, not many have pie dishes. Apples are cheap, and many people still have apples on trees in their gardens.”

“Back in the day, when my dad used to take us to lunch at 246 Queen Street, we always used to have a piece of deep dish apple pie.”

Robin tested different apples in various pies. The writer always starts from scratch with her recipes; building them around an idea, and then testing the recipe. Other inhabitants in the Auckland apartment block must have thought they’d hit the

jackpot, as Robin would often leave her “test pies” in communal areas for everyone to try. She eventually decided on Granny Smith, due to its firmness.

“I didn’t want to stew the apples first, as people don’t want to fan around doing that while making a cake. People also don’t want to buy tinned apples as they’re expensive. So the recipe requires six large granny smith apples. It’s a pretty basic recipe, and a good way of using a cake tin and apples to make something delicious.”

“It was fun to be able to share apple pie with multiple people in the apartment building. It was a nice way to come together during lockdown.”

Robin enjoyed creating the recipe, and believes Meat the Need is a worthy recipient of the proceeds from Cosy.

“It’s a good cause. It’s nice for food writers to do something for an organisation that helps people make good nutritious food during these difficult times, for many people who never expected things to be so difficult.”

Marlborough writer Robin Martin has contributed a deep dish apple pie recipe to NZ Food Writers' first electronic cook book, Cosy. The cook book's proceeds will be donated to charity Meat the Need.

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ICIB insurance comes to Blenheim For 25-years Wayne Wiffen has made it his business to steer businesses through the many risks their industries face every day by providing professional advice and insurance broking solutions to best protect their interests.

It’s a career he finds “immensely challenging yet immensely rewarding”; even more so now as he takes up a new role with leading NZ insurance brokerage and risk advisory firm, ICIB Limited.

Wayne has established an office in Blenheim, bringing the firm’s operations to the South Island and is heading it as broker manager.

While Marlborough is ‘home’ to Wayne and his family it’s also the ideal location for ICIB’s first physical presence in the South Island.

It’s an exciting time for Wayne who is thrilled to be back working in the

private sector, providing his extensive expertise to a range of industries including wine, food and beverage, manufacturing, construction and marine sectors.

“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to bring ICIB here to Marlborough,” he says. “ICIB is all about working hard to understand your business, thoroughly identifying risks and tailoring the right cover for a wide range of clients.

“So far the response to ICIB coming to the South Island has been really good,” he adds.

“ICIB, with a national team of 38, is 100 per cent New Zealand owned and operated which means no money goes offshore.”

There’s definitely a lot of interest within Marlborough and throughout NZ.”

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More brides choosing to have gowns made This season was to be a busy one for the wedding industry. That was before the COVID-19 pandemic hit and forced many couples to cancel their plans.

However there has been an unexpected turnaround with couples now choosing to go ahead with their weddings, but just on a smaller scale since their overseas families can’t attend.

This is one observation made by local bridal designer, Bernadette Thomas.

“I didn’t think this season would be busy, but it is,” she says. “It’s been busy with alterations, and more and more brides are now choosing to have their gowns made from scratch.

“People still want to celebrate, they’re just making their weddings smaller and planning a party once the borders reopen and families can attend,” she says.

In the last five to 10 years Bernadette says purchasing wedding gowns and taking them to her for alterations was the popular choice.

“And I loved doing it,” she says. “A lot of gowns are made in Spain and China but this has slowed and essentially COVID has sped up what has started to happen – brides are

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“This option is looking more attractive to brides as they know they will have a gown that won’t require any alterations, made to measure, and there are no issues with it being finished on time,” she adds.

With access to a wide range of stunning fabrics, Bernadette is also able to supply to those wanting to make their own gowns.

“I’m here for advice as well if they need,” she says.

Another trend Bernadette says she has noticed are brides opting to have a beautiful skirt made and wearing a nice top with it.

“One bride I worked with recently chose a light blue full tulle skirt and wore a cashmere top with it,” she says. “It was a bespoke wedding and the bride looked very elegant.

“My advice to women searching for their ideal gown is that if you find one, you should get it. If it’s not perfect it can be altered to how you want it.

“Otherwise there are some amazing fabrics available and a gown can be made specifically for you,” Bernadette says.

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There was more action on the side line at the junior football match at Oliver park than on the field last Saturday morning! I only hope the woman’s son was too busy playing to notice.

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Same problem

Thank you Thank you Omaka for treating us to a fabulous display on Sunday. It was great to have a day out with the family. We are so privileged to have you in our region.

Re racism. I had the same problem in Nelson. l had a maori staff member follow me for about ten minutes, I don’t know what to call that, cause I’m a Parky.

Enough

Bank card Thank you to the person who found my bank card handed into my chemist Wairau pharmacy who notified me, and Julie BNZ, cancelled and had new card 15mins.

1 July 2020 “Enough” I was not surprised at your bad spelling. Normally ignorant rednecks can’t read or spell. Doesn’t your ph correct spelling mistakes. Obviously we are not one.

What we are seeing now in the media, with the likes of Duncan Garner and Mike Hosking trying to score points against the Government.

There was a time when reporters would present the facts as they are. Not as the reporter prefers them to be. Maybe Trump has a point?

Residence of Howick Road, the closer end to Maxwell Rd, when will council do something road humps to slow the cars down they are driving everyday 60kms often up to 80kms.

Will you listen when a child is killed or a horrific accident may it be conscience it is used as a race track and the only way that they will slow down is humps, please listen to the voters.

People it costs money To the person that doesn’t like Simon. Have you forgotten people die from suicide each day, three a day on roads two a day with flu get it in prospective. It takes money to solve these problems. Really.

Zoom news?

Tornado hazards

Report the facts

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Road humps

Tornadoes around. How about council gets onto people in Blenheim who have massive tall trees on the boundaries of their sections. Its a no brainer idea for safety of everyone around.

Think safety Neighbours with trampolines please tie them down. Think safety please.

I can’t believe kids gate crashing zoom meetings and it makes the 6 o’clock news. Are you that hard up for news.

Thank you I would just like to thank the lady who turned round and offered her assistance to start my car on Weld St. If she would like to reply I have something to tell her.

Rules for everyone Ardern needs to remember that we are one and to stop letting some people do what they want then telling the rest of us we can’t. Make the rule for every one.

Which you aren’t doing.

Txt language Re Love and respect. Judging someone you do not know by their txt grammar is racism.

Not everyone has English as a first language.

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Insolvent?

Clubs of Marlborough is it insolvent? That means it’s broke! The Bank of Marlborough (MDC) will likely ride the white horse again and come to the much needed rescue. The precedent is there. Omaka Aviation $1.9mill in 2012/13 and heaven knows how many millions for the theatre. Besides, they’ve just saved $11.0mill on a new library and art gallery!

Made in China Be respectful To Isolation you might not like the Labour Government but you could at least be respectful and call Jacinda by her full name. I do agree that the Court System is a big joke.

It must be so disheartening for the police who work so hard and put up with a lot of crap to have so many cases have such small sentences handed down to the criminals. What would the Judges do if they were the victim.

Just bought some Pam’s Fruit Kiwiana Vines and was disappointed to find they are made in China.

The corporate people say that they are re-tendering all contracts and getting 10 to 20 per cent savings. Why isn’t our council doing the same.

Forever thankful To the very kind gentleman that so generously paid for my groceries at Countdown Springlands last Wednesday when I misplaced my EFTPOS card. I am very grateful for such a wonderful gesture that you did for me. I’m sorry that I don’t know your name to thank you. I am forever thankful for your kindness.

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Thank you Sending out a huge thank you to the Stadium 2000 gym staff, especially the ladies, whose diligence and commitment to cleaning the gym during everyday gives us a safe environment for our workouts.

Great day Omaka Wings and Wheels Day. Thank you for a great day. Well done to all involved in organizing it.

Confusing for doctor

Oscar worthy Congratulations to the couple walking the brown and white setter type dog on Pictons Domain walkway Saturday morning.

The manner in which you turned a blind eye whilst your doggy did it’s bizzo deserves an Oscar. Others would’ve picked it up but your above that level, aren’t you. Use the baggy you carry or is it also just a stage prop?

Good luck You can’t rebuild a members club by cutting back the services and hours those same members belong to the club to enjoy! It’s called “orchestrated madness” But hey, the President is a one man band on this. Good luck with that!

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Post shop When is Redwoodtown going to get its promised post shop? There are a lot of lovely elderly people that would really appreciate one.

In a recent visit to the Picton medical center a gentleman with similar surname, same given name jumped up when my name was called.

Next Dr out just called first name and being only male there, I answered. Advised Dr that I thought other gent had jumped the gun and sure enough, he’d misheard. Very confusing for my Doctor indeed. Perhaps gent could get his hearing checked next visit. Easy mistake but not a good place for jumping the queue even if inadvertently.

Sun’s back and delivered SO GREAT-the sun is back and being delivered.

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Brass Band back in business ‘Pure Gold’ concert first out of Lockdown After an enforced closure during the COVID-19 Lockdown Marlborough District Brass Band has resumed rehearsals under the baton of Robin Randall to prepare for their next public concert entitled ‘Pure Gold’.

Robin says the concert will be in the ASB Theatre Marlborough on Saturday, September 12 and will be a concert of Pure Gold music of the 20th Century which crosses genres and includes show hits such as Anthem from Chess, I Wanna Be Like You, and I Dreamed a Dream, alongside favourite jazz standards such as Gospel John and Four to Go, and classics including O Mia Bambino and Aranjuez.

Band Chairman, Brian Nicholas, says the concert is evening of musical contrasts which will appeal to almost every one of every age, featuring music everyone will enjoy.

The Band will be joined by local

and visiting vocalists and instrumentalists, many of whom will be featured throughout the two hour concert.

The Band farewelled long standing Musical Director Mr Kevin Moseley before Lockdown, and a planned farewell concert featuring International Jazz musician James Morison had to be cancelled.

James will now join the band for a concert in October next year to help celebrate the Band’s 160th anniversary.

The Band has been advertising for a new permanent Musical Director since Kevin’s retirement and has a comprehensive 18 month plan using a variety of guest MD’s including Robin Randall who is known to locals as Music Master of Marlborough Girls’ College and local jazz musician.

Tickets for Pure Gold are on sale through Ticketek on line and at the Theatre box office.

Rehearsals have begun for the Marlborough District Brass Band to prepare for its next public concert 'Pure Gold' under the baton of guest musical director, Robin Randall. Photo by Celeste Alexander

Beavertown Blenheim Lions welcomes new president

By Celeste Alexander

Christine Hoggart was pleased to take over the position of president of the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Club, taking over from Tricia Dawson at a recent club meeting. Photo provided.

Bringing people together to give to the community is what Christine Hoggart loves to do, which is why she is happy to be taking over the president’s position of the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Club.

On June 20 Christine was officially welcomed to the position by previous president, Tricia Dawson, during a club event.

Christine acknowledges the “wonderful” efforts of Tricia leading the club through what she describes as “trying times” due to COVID and the Lockdown.

“Tricia has done a really great job through her whole time as president,” she says.

“In particular she did a wonderful job of keeping us in contact and making sure our

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members are safe and looked after.

“Tricia’s made it easy for me to take over and I thank her for all she has done,” she says.

Christine has been a member of the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Club since 2017. Prior to coming to Marlborough she lived in Foxton where she was president of the Foxton Te Awahou Lions (ladies) Club for two years.

Asked why she chose to give her time to the Lions Christine replies; “To make the world a better place”.

“It’s a great group and all of the ladies work pretty hard to support their community.”

One of the initiatives she “adopted” from the Foxton club was last year’s ‘Breakfast with Santa’ event, held for local children in Blenheim.

“It was just a way to give back

to the community and have a bit of fun,” she says.

“It brought out the fun side of us and I’ve never seen kids as excited as I did that day; it was a great way to raise our profile,” she says.

Going forward Christine says she wants 2020 to be a year of service.

“We can’t rely on sponsorship as there’s just not the money around due to the impact of COVID, so we are focusing on the ways we can serve the community,” she says.

The Beavertown Blenheim Lions are once again launching their very popular Cheese Roll fundraiser and are taking orders now through to July 27.

Orders can be made via the Beavertown Blenheim Lions Facebook page and cost $10 per dozen or $5 for 5. The cheese rolls will be delivered August 1.

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gardening this week minutes with

Mel Marshall Owner/Director Marlborough Oaklands Milk  What food do you crave most often?

Cheeseballs.  When you have had a bad day, what do you do to feel better?

Spend time with my dog ‘Poppy’.  What’s one thing on your bucket list?

To go to Raratonga.  Who has been the biggest inspiration in your life?

My three amazing boys.  What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever been?

The Coromandel.  What was the last photo you took?

My dog Poppy.

 What thing do you really wish you could buy right now?

A new milk truck.

Winter indoors: By Wally Richards With some miserable weather covering much of the country recently, now is a good time to look to those plants that we grow indoors which we commonly call house plants.

House plants not only brighten up the indoors they also assist in purifying the air we breathe, converting carbon dioxide to oxygen and filtering out harmful air borne substances.

A very valid point to remember as the owner and care giver of indoor plants is that house plants are solely dependent on us for their well-being.

We supply the moisture that they require along with nutrients in the form of plant foods and where we place them in a room will depend on how much natural light they receive.

Winter can be a hard time for house plants if you are not very careful about the amount of water you provide. Many plants are lost in winter as a result of root rots through over watering.

This even applies in a heated room where a plant that hates wet feet, is sitting in a saucer that is full of water, which means that the potting mix is saturated.

When we turn off the heat the room quickly chills making it very uncomfortable for the plant and as there is a lack of air around the roots they soon begin to rot.

In the warmer months with longer day light hours the plant is able to use the water and evaporation rates are higher also, which means the root rot problem will not occur unless we continue to overwater too often.

In winter the secret is to give your house plants a small drink of water on the average of once a week.

This may vary with plants that are pot bound and need a bit of a top up before the weekly watering comes around.

The plant will tell you as they go into water stress through lack of moisture, foliage and flowers will begin to droop indicating that the mix has become too dry.

(Note; drooping flowers and foliage can also be displayed when a plant has been over watered) A quick test is to lift the pot up and if it feels light then all is ok and a small drink maybe applied.

If the pot feels heavy and there is water in the saucer then it is too wet and needs to be dried out by placing it in a warm room and not giving any further water till it is light in weight.

It is surprising how light the container can become before any sign of water stress is displayed.

Plants that are in rooms not normally heated may only require a small drink every 2 to 4 weeks to keep them happy

in winter.

The amount of natural light that a plant receives indoors in winter is also another important aspect to its well-being.

We are down to about only eight hours of daylight at this time and through a window the brightest light is within one metre of that window.

As we move across the room the light level dramatically drops, something we don’t notice but plants do.

There are a number of house plants such as philodendrons with their larger leaves that adjust to lower light levels very well.

Smaller leaf plants such as maidenhair ferns need a really bright light and to be within a metre of a good bright light window, to do well through the winter months.

A quick guide to the amount of light a plant needs is by the size of the leaves, generally speaking small leaf plants need better light levels than do large leaf plants.

Indoor plants that are in flower need ample bright light by being placed very near to a bright light window. If there is insufficient light they may either not flower at all, or produce flower buds that fail to open and eventually fall off the plant.

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Shortland Street.  If you had to flee the country, where would you choose to live?

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Mayfield Matariki Last Wednesday Mayfield School welcomed the Maori New Year with a special Matariki celebration. Students and their families were invited to attend the evening ceremony, with most children very excited to attend school after the sun had set. First, the students sang several waiatas for their families in the school hall. With staff joining in,

it was obvious just how much fun everyone was having.

Families were then invited into the classrooms to admire the Matariki artwork the students had worked on. Finally, hot Milo drinks and a sausage sizzle were provided, as kiddies zoomed about on their bicycles for best decorated bike competition.

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Work begins on model railway club’s new home

By Celeste Alexander

Since the beginning of this year an empty building has been sitting at Brayshaw Park showing signs of restoration work.

The building belongs to the Marlborough Model Railway Club Inc which was gifted it last year by a local businessman.

It was the former AME office which once sat on Opawa Street and when the site was being redeveloped it was set for demolition.

However the club was lucky enough to receive it and it was transported at the beginning of this year to an allotment of land kindly provided by Brayshaw Park.

The club first formed last year with the intention of attracting fellow railway model enthusiasts, as well as younger modelers.

The group was formed with 15 members who came together and decided on their main objectives; the first of which was to find some land.

“We approached the Brayshaw Park administration and they were kind enough to find a land allotment for us,” says club chairman, Rodger Cullen.

“From there we went out and tried to find a building, new or secondhand and luckily enough we were gifted one.

“We picked it up in December 2019 and went through the process of applying for consent and getting all the paperwork to transport the building to the site.

“We had it lowered onto the site and it was all ready to finish before COVID came along,” Rodger says.

Members of the Marlborough Model Railway Club Inc outside of the building they were gifted which has been placed on a site at Brayshaw Park.

Now the club is ready to begin work on the building once again and members are excited about the plans they have for it.

“Not only will this building provide a meeting place for members but we will also be able to open it up for public days showing some train layouts,” Rodger says.

“We have some very talented

tradesmen within the club who are working on weatherproofing the building and making it secure.

“We also plan to extend the building out wider,” he says. “The building will also feature a space for a working model layout which was gifted to the club.”

The club’s membership has since grown to 22 members including

Marlborough Model Railway Club Inc chairman, Rodger Cullen, committee member Lou Hocken, and the club's youngest member, Lou Hocken’s Lumber Mill scene. Photo provided.

Henry Buunk (11).

its youngest member, 11-year-old Henry Buunk.

“There’s some great talent and knowledge within this club which can be passed on to the younger generation,” Rodger says. “We want to see the engagement of young membership, like Henry.”

Until the club’s building has been completed, which Rodger hopes

will be in the new few months, he invites anyone interested to go along to their AGM on July 15 at 7.30pm at the Riverside Railway Station at Brayshaw Park where the club is currently meeting.

For more information email; admin@marlboroughmodelrailwayclub.co.nz

The Marlborough Model Railway Club Inc building was gifted by a local businessman, picked up by Coffey Building Removals and put in its new home at Brayshaw Park. Photo provided.

History from the

archives The Blenheim Sun Newspaper has teamed up with the Marlborough Archives at the Marlborough Museum to provide a weekly snapshot of events, people and historic moments captured through

the lens.

Each week the Sun will feature a photograph with a caption about the person, place and time as kindly provided by the Marlborough Archives from the Historical Society Collection.

Black and white post card photograph of a sports team. Although the team members are not named the photograph is titled “Marlborough Rugby League Reps, Blenheim, N.Z. 1912”.

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Harvester takes harvest ban to Court of Appeal

By Chloe Ranford, Local Democracy Reporter

A forestry company barred from harvesting due to unclear resource consents will see its case heard by the court for a third time.

Zindia Limited was stopped from processing its block in the Queen Charlotte Sound after the Marlborough District Council issued a cease and desist notice, saying it breached its resource consents.

The Environment Court overturned the council’s orders, finding harvesting was allowed, but the notice was restored after the High Court ruled the Environment Court had “erred in its interpretation”.

The company took their case to the Court of Appeal, which agreed in June to hear it out, and establish if the High Court was mistaken. This was despite the council submitting that the High Court’s interpretation was “correct” and did not need to be rehashed in court.

But the Court of Appeal said if the case proceeded on the High Court’s interpretation, there was a “genuine risk” of a miscarriage of justice.

The two consents at the centre of the appeal were approved by the council and included several references to forestry harvesting, including building an access way “to transport logs harvested”.

Zindia Limited managing director Jacob Mannothra pictured back in 2010. Photo by Ben Curren, Local Democracy Reporting

Justice Jan-Marie Doogue ruled in her High Court decision last October that while the consents allowed the company to prepare for commercial harvesting, they did not allow for actual harvesting.

“In my view, it is significant that the applicant ... did not expressly seek permission to undertake commercial forestry harvesting – a point which I note has not been squarely addressed by Zindia.”

Zindia managing director and Marlborough resident Jacob Mannothra said on Thursday the “bureaucratic nonsense” meant the $2

million spent to prepare the block had “gone down the gurgler”.

The company had already spent $150,000 on court costs, he said.

“In my opinion, it’s not a very fair way to deal with a ratepayer in Marlborough ... I’m shocked by the way we’ve been treated by council.

“We should be working together, not against each other.”

Jacob said not being able to harvest the only block the company could work on had caused several contractors to lose their jobs.

“I don’t think a lot of people un-

derstand when we do one shipment from Marlborough, it employs about 250 people,” he said.

The company exported the tops of trees to India “which came back as revenue”, while the bottom parts were distributed to Marlborough.

“It’s good for New Zealand, good for India, good for everyone.”

Council consents and compliance group manager Gina Ferguson said there were options available for Zindia to resolve the matter.

It could request the council continue processing a consent it began in February 2019 to harvest logs,

she said, which it suspended two months later.

“A consent may be granted allowing the company to undertake forestry activity, including logging, under the appropriate conditions.”

Zindia required a resource consent under the region’s environment plan to harvest a plantation, as log harvesting had the potential to cause significant adverse effects in the area, like sedimentation.

The company, which exported logs to India, was part of a methyl bromide debate in 2010 after Picton residents protested its use.

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Come along to one of our “Staying Safe” courses in Blenheim on 13 July. This theory based course is an opportunity for you to refresh your knowledge about driving.

Catherine Donnelly Manager, Age Concern Marlborough says “We want to help people keep safe on the road and enjoy the independ-

This FREE classroom based course will help you re-familiarise yourself with traffic rules and safe driving practices. It will also increase your knowledge about other transport options and help you remain independent for longer.

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“We know older drivers are involved in fewer crashes than other age groups as they often drive conservatively and travel less distances, but if they are involved in crashes it can be more serious for them as it takes longer to heal and recover.”

“We also need to remember road layouts can change and the Road Code can be updated without us being aware. So our “Staying Safe” refresher course is a good way for older drivers to refresh their skills and local knowledge in a friendly and welcoming workshop with plenty of opportunities to ask questions” she added.

The 3 hour course on 13 July will be held in Clubs of Marlborough.

We provide catering . Places are limited so please call 5793457 to reserve your seat.

Group Bookings are also available – please call us for a chat if you are interested in running one.

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It’s not something motorists often think about until white smoke begins to billow out from underneath the hood.

Or worse, the engine suffers extensive damage.

How can you prevent this from happening?

There are a number of things which can cause issues with a radiator but like all vehicle problems, the best action is prevention.

By taking your vehicle in to a radiator specialist, like Tony Flood, issues can be found early and fixed; or regular maintenance like a coolant flush can help to keep a vehicle in tip top shape all year round.

Tony owns and operates Radiator Services here in Blenheim. Located on Main Street in the bright orange building, there is decades of knowledge when it comes to cooling systems and associated parts and accessories.

Tony first opened his business more than 30-years ago and to this day remains the go-to place for expert advice and service.

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obvious choice is also Tony’s personal guarantee on every service.

“By dealing with a locally operated business you will get the right advice on what you need,” he says.

“Don’t take the chance on purchasing parts online as they may be wrong, or of lesser quality, and will end up costing you more in the long run.”

Winter is one of those times of the year when motorists should have their radiator fluids checked, Tony says.

“A well maintained and properly functioning cooling system is crucial to the overall health of the engine.

“The coolant/antifreeze in a vehicle’s cooling system helps to prevent the engine from overheating, and prevents the engine from freezing when temperatures drop.

“What’s more, vehicle manufacturers recommend having a coolant flush from time to time to ensure the cooling system runs smoothly.

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Last Friday young and old alike gathered to witness the grand opening of the Blenheim Play Centre’s new tool cabinet. Built by the Marlborough Carpenters Guild, the tool cabinet was an immediate success, with children flocking to use the drills and hammers inside. Safety equipment was of course provided; with special hooks to hang goggles on provided in the cabinet.

Since its start in 1985, the Marlborough Carpenter’s Guild has been collection of tradesmen and enthusiasts. Members have worked on a variety of different projects, such as; outdoor swings, toys, furniture, and games. The Blenheim Play Centre already has two diggers made by the guild, which kiddies

love to play with in the sandbox.

The cabinet is an old Remu television cabinet donated by Martin Neal. With the guild only meeting twice a week, it took a month to “fit the whole thing out” with shelves and racks.

There are hooks for goggles are on the left, and shelves for files on the right; with individual slots for each mallet, hammer, and drill.

The children of the play centre are, of course, thrilled with their new tool box. With planks of wood provided for the children to drill, nail, and bang to their hearts content, the tool cabinet is in constant use.

“I’m passionate about kids learning to use tools,” says local mum Kristy Brown.

“Hell, I’m jealous I didn’t get something like this when I was young,” guild member Andy Phillips jokes.

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Wednesday Ed Guard and Graham Edwards of the Marlborough Carpenters Guild enjoyed watching Willam and Manaia Vercoe play with tools from their new tool cabinet.

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EVENT: Mayfield School’s Matariki Celebration

Whanau were invited to join in the school’s Matariki celebration, taking place during the evening of Wednesday July 1.

A best decorated bike competition, complete with music, a sausage sizzle, and milo made the evening a special one for kids and adults alike.

Hunter Reily shows his beautiful Matariki artwork.

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Friday June 26, Spring Creek School students and their families celebrated Matariki together. A big brekkie with eggs, sausages, hashbrowns, and more was provided; and the Matariki themed crafts and games were a huge success.

Lena Bailey, Rawhai Poipoi, Addy Gear, James Alviar, Tane Joseph enjoy their Matariki breakfast, with parents Felicity Poipoi and Karen Villarroel in the background.

Callum Gear, Jake Sims, and Aimee Owles celebrated Matariki with their classmates and friends.

Allyas Joseph, Anahera Joseph, Ella Taylor, and Addison Takimoana-Cromie enjoyed their hashbrowns and eggs.

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Death notices ARMSTRONG: Susan Ruth (Sue) nee Double. On 4 July 2020 at Marlborough Hospice with her family by her side, aged 68. Dearly loved wife of the late Wayne Armstrong. Cherished mother and motherin-law of Toni and Lyndon Robinson, Garrie and Brenda Armstrong, adored Nana Sue of Courtney and Viliami Taufa, Logan Robinson, Mia and Benjamin Armstong and a much loved great Nana Sue of Noah Taufa.

A loved sister and sister-in-law and friend of many. Messages to 36 Maeburn St, Witherlea, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough P O Box 411, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated or may be made at the service. A funeral service for Sue will be held 1.00pm on Friday July 10 at the Marlborough Convention Centre followed by private cremation.

Remember not my fight for breath Remember not the strife Please do not dwell apon my death But celebrate my life CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z.

BENBOW, Doreen Judith (Judy): On Thursday July 2, 2020, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug, loved mother and mother-in-law of James and Kelly, Craig and Pam, Susan, and the late Kathryn.

Loved Grandma to Stacey, Scott, William, Hunter, and Piper. Messages may be sent to 7 Grant Place, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for Judy will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1.00pm on Thursday July 9, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

LAKING, Elizabeth Joan: On July 1, 2020 at her home. Dearly loved daughter of the late Bruce and Annie. Loved by all her family and friends. A private farewell will be held.

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HUSTON, Jack Robert: Passed away peacefully at Wairau Hospital, on Wednesday July 1, 2020 surrounded by loved ones. Aged 78 years. A treasured son, brother, brother-inlaw, uncle, great uncle and great-great uncle. Special thanks to Nurse Maude carers and Wairau Hospital staff. Messages may be sent to Jack’s Family, c/- 27 McKenzie Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Cancer Society, P O Box 233, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated please. A celebration of Jack’s life was held at St. Christopher’s Anglican Church yesterday, Tuesday July 7.

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Though her smile is gone forever and her hand I cannot touch, I still have so many memories of the one I loved so much. Her memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part. God has her in his keeping. I have her in my heart. So sadly missed. Allan, Lisa, Stephen, Cerys & Josh

POLLOCK, Damian James: Passed away on Wednesday July 1, 2020 at Seddon. Aged 27 years. Much loved son of Teresa and Matthew, and the late Kerryn. Loved big brother of Brooke and Luke, nephew of Theresa, Rachel and Shane. Cousin of Kayla, Tyler, Shaydn, Joel, Kobie and Logan. Proud uncle of Ava. Special thanks to the Seddon and Ward Fire Brigades and St. John. You are invited to celebrate the memory of Damian at the Marlborough Convention Centre, Alfred Street, at 1pm on Wednesday July 8.

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SMITH-HODSON, Christine Margaret (Tina): Passed away peacefully on Saturday July 4, 2020, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. In her 70th year. Cherished partner of Robert, dearly loved mother and motherin-law of Leonie and Leigh, Deon and Kylie, Richard and Emma, the late Donivan, Glen and Donna, Melodie and Kyle, and Ryan.

Treasured Nana of her 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Sister and sisterin-law of Pat and Des, Terry and Colleen, and Frances and Wayne. “I did it my way”.

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MAFFEY, Joyce (Joy) Madeline, (née Burnett, née Fergusson): Passed away peacefully at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village on Monday 29th June 2020, after a short illness. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of Anthony (Tony Maffey); cherished mum and mother-in-law to Angela and Joe, Paula and Jimmy, Geoffrey and Virginia, Marlene, Steven and Raewyn. Much loved nana of Vanessa, Clifford, Darren, Blake, Sean, Quintin, Joshua, Alexa, Jenna, and extra special nana to William. In accordance with Mum’s wishes a private family farewell has been held. Thank you to the kind staff at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village and to Sowman’s Funeral Home for respectfully caring for Mum. Messages may be sent to Angela Fergusson, 51 Para Road, RD 3, Blenheim 7273.

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LOCK, Marie Leona: On Wednesday July 1, 2020 at Seaview Home Picton. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Pat Lock, much loved mother and mother-inlaw of Colin and Lynley, Anne and Steve, and Bruce and Sandi. Adored Nana of Kelly, Stacey, Laura, Catherine, David, Hamish and Tania, Vanessa, Marc and Ryan, and her 19 great grandchildren. Sister of Rona and the late Gordon. Loved and respected by all who knew her. Special thanks to staff at Seaview Home. Messages may be addressed to the Lock Family, c/- 161 Port Underwood Road, RD 1, Picton 7281. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St. John, P O Box 467, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. A service to celebrate Marie’s life was held on Saturday July 4, followed by interment at Picton Cemetery.

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JACKSON, Mollie Maureen: It is with great sadness that our beautiful Mum Mollie passed away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough on Monday July 6, 2020. In her 90th year. Loved partner of the late Milton Jackson, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Deborah, Mark and Mary, Kay and Geoff, Jill and Carl, Lynne and the late PK. Loved grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Sadly missed by her NZ and UK families. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St. John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to P O Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A celebration of Mollie’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 1.30pm on Friday July 10. Strong and independent to the end.

COUGHLAN, Wendy Ann: Finished her battle with cancer after the most courageous fight, on Thursday July 2, 2020 at home, surrounded by her most important ones. Aged 61 years. Lifetime partner of Ken Poynter.

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Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

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Wanted to Buy WANTED TO BUY- Old tobacco tins, NZ postcards, military items, garden tools, woodworking tools, records from the 1970’s/80’s, old petrol station related items, fountain pens, crystal decanters/whisky & wine glasses, NZ history books, gold jewellery, antique bottles, Tonka, Fun Ho & tin toys, white Crown Lynn vases & swans & all collectables. Also NZ/Maori & whaling related items. All of the above are popular & fetching good money at the moment. Free quotes we travel. Rarity, condition & collectability = more $$$. Just Browsing 26 Battys Rd (03)5775402.

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Septic tank scheme ‘too costly’

By Chloe Ranford, Local Democracy Reporter

It was currently up to landowners to ensure their systems work.

Noel questioned why wastewater systems with a history of compliance could not continue as is. His own household system had been checked every six months for 20 years, and was “working fine”.

“We’re all for improving the water, but we want it to be cost effective.”

An environment plan report writer said the council had received about 190 complaints on household sewerage systems in the last decade, suggesting some might not be functioning as well as thought.

There were also concerns that “poorly designed” septic tanks were discharging waste into the Sounds, following water quality testing.

A council spokesman said the council could not provide details on the plan’s new method, as a WOF scheme had not yet been developed, but that there were a range of ways to address poor performing systems.

This ranged from improved or more regular maintenance, or a system upgrade or replacement, which could come in a range of options.

Council environment policy manager Pere Hawes said the new approach would not be rolled out until the appeal was resolved.

“If the appeal is successful, the method would not be implemented.”

Council environmental scientist Steffi Henkel said at a council meeting last month that Governors Bay and Robin Hood Bay would be investigated after returning high faecal results on days without rain.

Investigations were also planned for Ngakuta Bay, which had “significantly higher” faecal matter than other bays after rainfall.

Five bays in the Sounds monitored for faecal matter, or 56 per cent, were graded “fair”, meaning swimming should be avoided during and after rainfall. Two sites were graded “good” and one was “very good”.

Robin Hood Bay was labelled “poor”.

Henkel said last week old septic tanks had been the source of faecal contamination in the past, and she suspected this had occurred again, but the council was waiting on genetic sourcing results to prove it.

Community groups are appealing a new scheme which aims to stop septic tanks leaking human waste into the Marlborough Sounds.

The Proposed Marlborough Environment Plan​included a rule requiring Sounds homes with sewerage systems to either be part of a warrant of fitness scheme (WOF), or join a community sewerage scheme, within five years of its release. The plan was released in February.

Okiwi Bay Ratepayers Association which challenged the Marlborough District Council’s new plan says compliance comes with a hefty price tag. The Queen Charlotte Sound Residents Association was listed as supporting the appeal, but a member was unable to confirm if the association was actively involved. Federated Farmers was also listed as supporting the appeal, but said it was not appealing the rule.

Okiwi Bay Ratepayers Association vice-chairman Noel Curr feared residents would have to fork out up to $5000 for a WOF test for individual septic tanks, or band together to pay $2 million for a communal system.

Residents believed if a WOF scheme went ahead, compliance officers might run soil tests, send in surveillance cameras, or uproot septic tanks to find out where systems were.

Some of the bay’s houses were 80-years-old and had no known wastewater designs plans, he said.

“We believe that could cost between $2000 and $5000 a house.”

The environment plan said under the new scheme, systems would need to be inspected every five years. Okiwi Bay is the third-largest settlement in the Sounds, after Picton and Havelock, with 200 houses.

This meant residents could be forking out up to $2m a decade.

A consultant had told residents it would cost about $2m to put down a community system, which included $600,000 for a wastewater plant.

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“It was great, we were reChief pilot of Fighter Marlborough Flights, Graeme Frew, and ally promoting destination. It really Jay McIntyre of JEM Avi- and our profile,” Graeme ation, have taken a restored raised the Yak 3 Russian World War II says.

The Yak 3 was imported to bomber across the world for Marlborough in 2004, was the last two years. and began its first The Yak 3, which is typi- restored, 2012 and has been cally used for scenic joy rides flights in since. was taken apart, shipped to flying ever “Every time I fly I always the Reno Championship Air 30 people having Race in America, and pieced see around Graeme says. back together in an open-air a look,” The Yak 3 scenic flights pit there for the public to see. of Marlborough “It was known as a Yak in offer a view usually get to a Box,” pilot Graeme laughs. you wouldn’tespecially at top Jay, Graeme and their team experience, of 500 kilometres were the first New Zealand speeds team to enter the compe- per hour.

Omaka holds a soft spot for tition. because it was the “Americans were blown Graeme did his first flying away with what we were place he lessons. doing.

For Jay, Omaka has been “We might have even taught of JEM Aviation them a few things,” Jay says. the home Last year, they went back since 2006. a real communi“Omaka is for another go and had great doing what they success. They even got on the ty of people love,” Jay says. local news.

Graham Orphan has been publishing the Classic Wings Magazine for 25 years out of Omaka.

Having lived in three different countries and travelled many more, Graham chooses to live in Marlborough specifically for the airfield.

“I can’t think of a place I’ve lived in or visited, or another community with the richness and ability to work together for the greater good than Omaka,” Graham says.

From the world-class Omaka Airshow to the Aviation Heritage Museum and everything else in between, the buzz around Omaka still grows.

“People from all over the world are drawn to the positive energy and great activities here.

“The community is absolutely remarkable,” Graham says.

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Established in 1928, it is one of the first aero clubs established in New Zealand and the first to own its own plane.

Last year the Marlborough Aero engineers, pilots and Marlborough, buzzing with world class Club celebrated its 90 year anni- Omaka Aerodrome is a hidden gem of provided. versary in April with an open day, classic aeroplane restoration. Photo flying experience, they also a quick and easy pick as a place unique enjoy exploring what the where the public were invited to reasons. at for many pilots from get to have a look around the Omaka In fact the Marlborough Aero to study world.

Marlborough region has to offer. the Aerodrome.

Club is held in such high esteem around from Hong Kong, GerMarlborough is lucky enough People The club has over 350 members globally that many pilots and be home to some of New from all over the country and aviation enthusiasts travel to Marl- many, Australia and the United to aviation pilots due book in to come to Zealand’s top around the world. borough just for the opportunity Kingdom it being widely known that Omaka for the course, and often to The Aero Club teaches students to fly at the Omaka Aerodrome.

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Over the years they have provided support in farming, forestry, firefighting and civil defences.

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Omaka Aerodrome is a hid- his team. just got one runway, “It hasn’t den gem in Marlborough, but is aircraft can take off well known on the world stage. so classic wind,” Tony says.

With its grassy runways, wide into the has become a bit of Omaka open spaces, world class restorafor aircraft restoration, tion projects on classic aircraft, a hub says. and one-of-a-kind aeroplanes, Tony Paul and Pip Hally from PMH it’s a buzzing community.

Limited collect airFor aviation enthusiasts, Aviation have a rich history that you can’t beat the ideal flying craft with the region. weather that the region offers.

They’ve brought back to With facilities like this, it’s no a De Havilland surprise that a small town like Marlborough from 1947, one of only Blenheim has individuals from Foxmoththe world. in all over the globe coming to seven With two other parties, they check out its heritage. a Waco aircraft, For Classic Aero Machinery are rebuilding is the only one of its type Service’s Tony Wytenburg, the which world, and was previously Omaka Aerodrome location is in the

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Golf Results Blenheim Golf Club June 25, Men Single Par, Ray Herd all square Cyril Scammell -2 Alby Atkinson -3 Jim Findlay -3 Blue Arthur -3 Derek Bowman-3. 9 Holes Stableford, Ivan Neame 17.

June 27, Bisque Par, Alby Atkinson +3 Blue Arthur +3 Nigel Smith +3 Nigel Martin +3rren Ingram +3 Graham Kerrigan +1 NTP Fairweathers 6/15 Murray Belk

Sowmans 9/18 Graeme Daines.

June 29, Stableford: George Mitchison 17, c/b Don Lamond 17, Dan Crawford 16, Ivan Neame 16, Bob Tapp 15, Clarry Neame 14, Roy Lilley 13. Ladies: Trees Rewi 14, Chris Currie 13, Jenny Evans 12.

July 1 LGU Medal: 0-29 Sue Duckworth 99-26-73, 30+ Jenny Evans 120-39-81.

Wairau Valley June 27, Medal & Putts, Ladies: Kaye Eggers 72, Frances Price 74, Maureen McKenzie 78 Putts: Kaye Eggers 31. Men: Mike Collins 70, Mike McKenzie 70, Pete Way 71, Drew Ellis 73, Ken Eggers 76, Bevan Boon 76. Putts: Mike Collins/Mike McKenzie 28.

June 3, Ladies Day Stableford: Lynne Grant

36, Mel Hampton 31, Dianne Marsh 27.

July 4, Medal & Putts, Ladies: Mel Hampton 70, Lynn Grant 72, Ann Walker 74. Men 0-14: Dave Price 67, Dene Cross & Pete Jerram 74. Men 15-36: Rob Chee 72, Roger Restall & Colin Baker 75, Steve Shallcrass & Sam Rutherford 76. Putts: Mel Hampton/ Dave Price 27.

Rarangi Golf Club July 4, Women’s Stroke: Tracy Bary 83, Rete Kydd 89, Janet Laing 94, Bridget Quaife 95.

Rarangi Trophy R1: Gordon Lang 82, Lindsay McAlpine 84, Phil D`auvergne 84, Ian Hale 86, Murray Ingram 86, Owen Gibbs 87, Allan Ryder 88, Dennis Wye 90, Allan Shutkowski 91.

July 5, Stableford: Peter Browning 37, Aroha Minhinnicki 37, Mariann Grant, 36, Owen Gibbs 36, Mike Garrett 36, Rod Thompson 35.

Westmeat Men’s 27 hole tournament, 3 July.

Awatere Golf Club results

Overall: 1st Gross, Lyell Marfell 108. 1st Net, Geoff Marfell 102.5 Senior: 1st Gross, Trent Davies 114, 1st Net, Mark Milne 108.5, 2nd Net, John Billingsley 108.5, 3rd Net, Ash Morris 109, 4th Net, Jerome January 110, 5th Net, Tony Lloyd 110.5.

Intermediate: 1st Gross, Shane Waters 127, 1st Net, Keith Doonan 106.5, 2nd Net, Sam Rainbird 109, 3rd Net, Peter Ryan 113.

Junior: 1st Gross, Tony Jordan 138, 1st Net, Phil Hood 108.5, 2nd Net, John Robinson 110.5, 3rd Net, David Drake 113.5, 4th Net, Jason Kennedy 114.

Picton Golf Club June 30, Single Par: 1st Jenny Hart -4, Ricky Ashworth -5, Judy Jones -6, Kaye Keys -6.

July 3: Ron Jones 37, Andrew Sunley 36, Gary Aldridge 36, Aaron Wilson 35, Alan Butland 35, Jeff Pascoe 35, Nick Wright 34.

July 3. 9 Hole Stableford, Hidden Partners: 1st Mary Butler + Beth Arnold-Johnson 27, 2nd Margaret Frisken + Kaye Keys 24, 3rd Judy Jones + Barbara Fechney, 4th Joan Gabara + Lyn Pawson, 5th Joyce McClelland + Beryl Tripe.

Marlborough Veterans Results of Tournament played at Wairau Valley Golf Club on July 6.

Individual: Roger Restall (Wairau) 38 points, 2. Murray Ingram (Rarangi) 36 points, 3. George Mitchinson (Marlborough), Robin Taylor (Marlborough), Tony Nichol (Rarangi) 32pts. 4. Ted Collier (Blenheim), Saki Saunokonoko (Marlbor-

ough), Owen Farrell (Awatere) 30 points.

Team: 1st Wairau Valley: Roger Restall, Alan Johnston, Sam Rutherford and Ash Ticehurst, 94 points.

2nd Rarangi #1: 93 points.

3rd Marlborough #1: 88 points.

Next Tournament: Monday July 20 at Picton Golf Club.

Marlborough Golf Club June 30, Women’s 9 hole par: Suzanne Clifford 0, Rebecca Harvey -2, Morag Dobbs -3, Bev Lindsday -4.

July 1, Women’s Avril Watson Stableford Div.1: June Maslin 29, Angela Beard 27, Lucy Jefferis 27, Jane Anderson-Bay 27.

Div.2:Janet Leith 29, Marion Tripe 26, Marie Grant 26, Div.2: Vivienne Boyle 32, Elaine Porter 31, Tessa Sutherland 31.

July 2, Men’s Stableford Div.1:vArthur Dovey 35, Terry Shagin 34, Tony Yardley 34, Ken Steel 34, Murray Swanson 33, Dave McGuckin 33, Jon Nicol 33. Div.2:Hugh Bay 38, Peter Gurr 35, Ross Inder 35, John

Rodgers 34, Stuart Parker 33, Tony Armstrong 33, Dave Wiley 32, John Davis 32.

July 4, Women’s Net Medal Div.1: Julie Smith 80, Julie Nicolle 81. Div.2: Leanne Stowell 77, Elaine Porter 82, Denise Pickering 83, Julia Knowles 84. Men’s Monthly Mug Gross: Allan Parker 79. Net medal Div.1: David Lightfoot 67, Denis Tocker 73, Chris Dewet 74, Bruce Snowden 74, Andrew Stowell 76. Div.2: Gary Duke 73, Scott Allen 74, Graham McHaffie 75, Mark Mason 76, Mike Ponder 76, Paul Eden 76, William Maas 76, George Emond 76, Jon Nicol 76.

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North v South a one and done?

The North versus South rugby match can have a long-term place in the rugby calendar but let’s not get too excited.

The match will return for the firsttime in more than 20 years at Eden Park on November 29.

Selection will be determined by which province a player made his first-class debut.

A one-off game early in the season can work if a number of factors come to fruition.

If it can be financially viable, that always helps in 2020 plus if the teams are picked based on the birthplace of each player then you’ll get fresh match-ups each year that are currently not seen in Super Rugby.

What will not work, and it has been suggested a lot over the past week, is a three game series similar to the State of Origin rugby league.

Yes, it’s a nice concept in theory and it certainly works across the Tasman but it’s not an apples with

apples comparison.

Firstly, State of Origin is the pinnacle event in rugby league.

It easily trumps international league but rugby between nations will always be the big draw card.

Fans always love a blast of nostalgia and that is what this game will be.

What rugby players do not need is another game wedged annually into an already packed schedule.

Season-ending injuries caused by friendly-fire could also be devas-

tating.

There is no doubt this type of game is perfect for a pandemic-hit 2020 but whether it has legs beyond this year remains to be seen.

The rugby landscape and how players are picked has also changed over the past 10 years.

The theory that it was harder to be dropped from the All Blacks’ squad than actually crack the squad has prevailed for some time.

With that in mind, will a North

Marlborough Table Tennis Assn The first matches of the nineteam competition were played last Thursday.

The closest match of the night was Wam Bam’s count back win by 23 games to 21 over The Hazards after matches were drawn 6 all.

Alex Kennedy led the way with three comfortable singles wins. Alex, who will still be eligible for the under-21 grade next season, has a relaxed style but was creating plenty of power with his forehand drives.

Malcolm Honour won a single and was right in the mix in his two other matches losing 11-9 in the fifth set to both Josh Sim and Warren Haszard. Barbara Burkhart continued her good doubles form from last season when she combined with Alex for a win in five sets over Josh

and Peter Cowdrey, Peter won a single and a double to complement Josh’s and Warren’s singles wins.

On the next table, A Rose and 2 Thorns beat Forest Gump 25 games to 21 after matches were drawn 6 all. Jason Kennedy won three singles from the number one position. His win over Jeff Sawyer by 11-5, 6-11, 11-9, 13-11 was full of interest with Jeff chopping some great returns from Jason’s drives. John Diamanti and Marion Wood won a single each and took Jeff and Billy Hebberd to five sets respectively. Marcus Osborne played a good game against Jason and got on the board with a doubles win. Billy and Jeff won two each for Forest Gump.

In another close match, Nathan Cross’s Team beat Nathan

Watson’s Team 7-5. The two left handers Nathan Cross and Rob Honour won two each with Peter Wells winning the last single of the night. Peter was involved in a great doubles match when he partnered Nathan to a 10-12, 11-6,11-8, 8-11, 13-11 win over Nathan and Janice Thompsett.

Nathan Watson showed his class with some impressive hitting.

Peter Welsh won a single and a doubles with Nathan.

Jacqui’s Team had an impressive 10-2 win over Just Us 3.

Hannah Smit, who is playing her first full season of inter-club, got the team off to a good start with a win over Steve Rowsell.

Vanessa Wood-Lin lost the first set to Ken Thompsett but came back to win the next three.

The left hander served intelligently, hit some angled

cross court forehands and impressed with some off the bounce backhand blocks. Jacqui Wood found the angles with some forehand winners in her three wins.

Ken beat Hannah and combined with Steve for a 12-10 win in the fifth over Jacqui and Vanessa. Unfortunately Ken injured his knee and is out for the season.

ident’s Knockout Tournament starting at 11am.

The following Sunday (July 19) will be another Marlborough Indoor Bowls social tournament starting at 1pm also at the Simcox Stadium. Enter on the day.

All Indoor Bowlers welcome.

Inquires, please contact Glen Hurcomb Ph 579 2574.

Indoor Bowls Another good turnout of Indoor Bowlers played in the Social Fours Tournament at the Simcox Stadium on Sunday, July 5.

The results were: 1st - Julian Adams, Ian Henson, Ricky

Parkinson and Donna Morrison.

2nd - Steven Grant, Irene Payne, Kiri Bond & Jan Ham. Lucky Draw - Ron Sturm, Julie Morehead, John Whyte & Shirley Umbers.

Next Sunday will be the Pres-

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versus South game be viewed by Ian Foster as a trial game where if players impress they could earn a black jersey.

That sort of approach seems unlikely.

Foster, like all coaches, will have his favourites, his automatic selections if you will, and they will be picked on past deeds rather than anything current.

Only time will tell if this match returns on a regular basis.

Marlborough Harrier Club Marlborough Harrier Club pack training run, Thursday July 9 at 5.45pm for a 6.00pm start. Meet in the kitchen of Redwood Community Hall, Oliver Park.

Everyone is welcome to participate.

Marlborough Harrier Club, Saturday July 11 at 1.45pm for a 2pm start - Ward Wind Farm. At Ward turn left into Seddon Street and look for the Harrier sign. Post event, stay to chat and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee provided. Please bring something for afternoon tea to share with others.

Woodbourne Half Marathon, Sunday August 16 at 8am to 5pm. Support the organisers of this annual event. 19km, 10km, 5km fun/run and half marathon.

Marlborough Harriers Club, Queen Charlotte Relay on Saturday September 19 from 11am-5.45pm - going ahead, starts at Picton School, Picton. Five person teams run/walk through picturesque Queen Charlotte Drive to Havelock, legs range from 5km to 8km approx. Open to the public and online entries are open www.harriers.net.nz/qcr Molesworth Run, Saturday November 21 from 8am - 6pm is going ahead and online entries now open.

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