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Public backs theatre Opinion divided on where it should be built

Review extended Commissioner Denis Sheard to meet with 44 people during council review.

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Civic Theatre Trust chairman Kevin Moseley and Marlborough district councillor Jessica Bagge with some of the responses to The Sun readers poll.

By Damian George Nearly 97 percent of people who voted in a readers poll carried out by The Sun over the last two weeks agree Blenheim’s current Civic Theatre is past its use-by date, though not all are convinced about the idea of building a completely new complex. The Sun received a staggering 1335 responses since beginning the poll on

April 27, with 753 Marlburians saying they are behind the Civic Theatre Trusts’s push for a new theatre next to Clubs of Marlborough, compared with 582 who are against the idea. However, of those against the project, all but 44 say a new facility is necessary, but would rather the existing site be upgraded. In a focus group held on Friday, Civic Theatre Trust chairman Kevin Moseley

told The Sun it is important people understand the obstacles to upgrading on the current site. “It takes $6 million out of the project immediately,” he says, referring to the revenue the trust is relying on for the project by selling the current theatre. “We also don’t have the technology in place at the old theatre.” Continued Page 3.

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By Damian George A daily bus service between Blenheim and Renwick has been proposed by a local businessman, sparked by rising fuel prices for motorists. Graham Lindsay, a director at Marlborough Vintners Hotel and Top Town Cinemas, says he is willing to put one of the hotel’s buses to “better use” by getting commuters in and out of Blenheim. “It’s certainly something that we think can save people a lot of money and save families using a

second car,” he says. “We’re not looking to make a killing; we’re just looking to provide a service.” Graham says he has been in consultation with the AA about the idea, and the two parties agreed the Monday-Friday service could save motorists between five and eight dollars a week. He says he needs at least 16 people to confirm they will use the service on a regular basis in order to get it up and running. “If the interest is such, we could even do two trips - maybe a later

one for the mothers that have got kids at school and that sort of thing. “The main thing is being able to provide reliability for people wanting to use it.” The bus would depart from Renwick between 7.25 and 7.35am, making three to four stops, and return just after 5pm. The service would cost $6 per day - a total of $30 per week. Interested in signing up? Phone Graham on: 0800 254 654 or 577 7104.

Telecom, Vodafone to deliver high-speed broadband Telephone companies Telecom and Vodafone have been appointed to deliver the Rural Broadband Initiative [RBI] to the Marlborough, Tasman and Nelson areas, telecommunications provider Chorus External announced on Thursday. The nationwide initiative will see New Zealanders living outside the country’s main areas have access to the same internet speed as those in urban areas. Chorus External communications manager Robin Kelly says both companies have long been committed to rural New Zealand and have been selected to extend their nationwide fixed and mobile networks. The implementation of the RBI will cost half a billion dollars and will take place over the next six years, making it one of the country’s biggest ever infrastructure projects.

A rare find By Celeste Lodewyk At first, Blenheim resident Cees van de Ven was curious as to why his Pony Tail Palm began sprouting a flowering stem but, after a little investigation, he has been told by experts this is rare. So rare, in fact, that local garden centres and nurseries claim to have never seen a Pony Tail Palm flower before now. The plant, also known as Beaucarnea recurvata, has lived indoors for most of its life before being put outside three years ago. Devon Nursery staff member Robyn Karwowski told The Sun that she had never seen one flower before. “The Pony Tail Palms we have here are quite young so I haven’t seen a mature one, nor one flowering but I understand it is rare,” she says. Lynda Giles of the Springlands Garden Centre agreed, saying it was even more unusual as the plant had been an indoor plant most of its life. “Outdoors in the right climate very mature plants can bear long sprays of cream flowers, but indoor plants seldom flower,” she says.

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Continued from Page 1. Mr Moseley also stressed the importance of giving the project the green light as soon as possible to ensure it does not stall permanently. “If it doesn’t happen now, it will never happen,” he says. “The longer we’re left hanging out there, the more all the work we do is going to become worthless.” He says a referendum as to where the theatre should be built would be a waste of time, as people will not see the long-term benefits of the project until it begins to bring money into the community. “If you had a poll on everything the council does, nothing would happen. “If we had a poll on the stadium, it wouldn’t have been built; the Southern Valleys Irrigation Scheme wouldn’t have been done. “People have a problem under-

Jessica Bagge: “Having no internal access is madness”

standing that because the money’s not in one pile; it’s in the hotels, it’s in the restaurants, it’s in the cafes. I don’t think anyone gets that message until it’s built.” Also present at the meeting were Marlborough district councillors Jenny Andrews and Jessica Bagge, local businessman Ray McCormick, GreyPower committee member Gayle Chambers, and businesswoman and mother Jenny Francis. All but Cr Bagge were in favour of the proposed siting of the theatre. “It makes no sense to refurbish the old theatre and the cost to the ratepayers of upgrading would be greater than they can imagine,” Cr Andrews says. “I’m totally for the new theatre - it’s a no-brainer.” Mr McCormick was also emphatic in his summation, saying: “As an outsider who’s only been in Blenheim five years, and has a lot of manufacturing and building background, my conclusion is that you would be foolish to upgrade the old theatre, and it would cost more.” Mrs Chambers says she has no vested interest in a new theatre, but it would be a boost for the region. “I couldn’t care less whether there’s a theatre or not but, for Marlborough, I think it’s a necessity and I think we need it on the new site.”

the early 1960s by mayor Sid Harling. Mayor Harling and his councillors purchased the bulk of Wither Hills, including Taylor Pass and land at Sutherlands Gully (at the top of Redwood St), from the Crown says Jamie Lyall Executive Projects Manager for MDC. The council has since developed the land as residential sub divisions and the profits generated have enabled the reserve fund to assist in other ‘social infrastructure’

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Mrs Francis agreed, but Cr Bagge says the one major flaw with the proposed site is there would be no internal access between the theatre and the Clubs of Marlborough, which she calls “madness”. She says the council have had to make do with what they have been given. “Everyone preferred Blenheim School, which we know can’t happen,” she says. “It’s not the best site; its the second best site. I’m very happy to explore a site for the theatre.”

*The RSA and Blenheim Working Men’s Club Trust, who own the Clubs of Marlborough site, signed an agreement with the MDC that a community facility would be built on the site bordering Hutchinson St. This agreement was made before construction began on the Clubs of Marlborough, a spokesman says.

including the Aquatic Centre ($14.9m), Marlborough Convention Centre ($3m), proposed Civic Theatre ($5m - which was agreed through the last annual plan but is on the table again), Councils District Administration Building extension in 2005 ($1.8m), and the Aviation Heritage Centre in 2007 ($140,000). The council will provide tax payer funding at $200,000 per year for the annual running cost of the new Civic Theatre. In real terms, this is $9 a year for ratepayers.

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Jenny Andrews: ”I’m totally for the new theatre - it’s a no-brainer”

Where is the money coming from? By Les Whiteside The Civic Theatre Trust will contribute at least $9m of its own money - $6m from selling the existing theatre and more than $3m it has so far fundraised for the new Civic Theatre. The $5 million being provided by the Marlborough District Council for the Civic Theatre project will not be coming from ratepayers’ pockets. The money will come from the Forest Hill and Boulevard Park Reserve Fund, set up in

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By Damian George The prospect of Picton’s ferry terminal being replaced by a new terminal south of Blenheim will not be a killer blow for tourism in the town, Destination Marlborough general manager Tracy Johnston says. The Government announced on Monday it will look into the possibility of creating a $200 million port in Clifford Bay, a move which Marlborough district councillor David Oddie says has some in the town concerned about the potenital loss of business.

But Mrs Johnston says the move would provide a chance for the region to showcase its many other qualities to tourists. “Whatever happens, Picton and the Marlborough Sounds are more than just a ferry arrival point,” she says. “We’ve got ample time, if this happens, to make sure that marketing resource and messaging that goes out adjusts to reflect that Picton and the Marlborough Sounds are a destination in their own right. Mrs Johnston says it is important to note the move would

primarily be aimed at achieving more timely and effective delivery of freight across the Cook Strait. “When it comes to passengers, it’s not out of the question that there will continue to be a passenger service to go into Picton. “While we appreciate there will be consideration for businesses, we’ve got the potential to put the spotlight on Marlborough and Picton as a destination.” The new terminal could reduce travel time between islands by up to an hour and a half for both rail and passenger services.

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Recognition for Marlborough veterans Winemakers called to enter wine awards military training or national By Damian George military service, are eligible A former New Zealand Army for the award. soldier says close to 20 BlenheimRon says the medal is an based Defence Force veterans are appropriate way of recognising in line to receive a royal medal those who were unable to join approved by The Queen recently New Zealand troops abroad recognising their military service. during World War II. Ron Laird, a former New “It is great, especially for the Zealand Expeditionary Force blokes that worked in the New [NZEF] member who served in Judith Collins Zealand Army, and Navy, and Japan from 1945-1947, says he is aware of 18 people living in Blenheim Air Force in Woodbourne,” he says. “Some of them had one arm and one leg who will qualify for the newly-established New Zealand Defence Service Medal and couldn’t go overseas. It’s taken all this time to get approved.” [NZDSM]. Ron became a member of the New Those who have served in the military for more than three years since World War Zealand Army Territorial Force when he II, and those who completed compulsary was 15 years old, before joining the army

overseas when he was considered old enough at the age of 19. He was one of 12,500 New Zealanders who went to Japan with the NZEF shortly after the bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. Veterans’ Affairs New Zealand [VANZ] reported in their latest members’ newsletter that the Royal Warrant and design for the medal has now been approved, and applications are expected to open soon. Minister of Veterans’ Affairs Judith Collins says the VANZ Medals Office expects to issue approximately 116,000 medals over the next three years. Ms Collins has directed priority will be given to ex-service personnel over the age of 70, followed by the those over 60, then the remaining recipients.

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Wednesday May 11, 2011

Commissioner extends review

44 people request interview By Damian George Independent commissioner Denis Sheard will arrive in Blenheim today to begin a review into council tendering processes after receiving more than 40 interview requests over the last few weeks. Mr Sheard, an Auckland lawyer, was scheduled to carry out the review on Thursday and Friday but has moved his trip forward to accommodate the 44 people he will be meeting with. Mr Sheard was appointed to carry out the review after allegations of corruption within council by councillor Jamie Arbuckle. Mr Sheard, of Auckland law firm Simpson Grierson, told The Sun yesterday another “dozen or so” people had also been in contact with him by phone or letter.

to council tendering processes, Mr Sheard told The Sun last week no information he receives will be off limits. He told The Sun yesterday he was cur rently in an “information gathDenis Sheard Jamie Arbuckle ering” phase, so it “The people I will be meeting was hard to comwith include members of the public, ment on any progress made. elected members and council staff,” However, he says it looks as he says. though the review will deal with “A majority have asked to meet much more than just the issues he with me and the rest result from was employed to investigate. my request.” “Some of the issues raised to Although his brief, or “terms of date appear to be clearly within reference”, states the review will the scope of the review, and some only investigate matters relating issues appear to be outside scope.”

Recycling sprayer takes top award A recycling vineyard sprayer which significantly cuts down spray drift has taken out the Supreme Prize at the 2011 Marlborough Environment Awards, held at Drylands Restaurant on Friday. The SprayPro R-series sprayer, entered by Marlborough family company FMR Group, reduces the use of chemicals by about 30 per cent by recapturing unused spray, filtering it and re-spraying it, and can also be adapted for orchard crops. Judges at the biannual event praised FMR Group for tackling a difficult environmental issue and coming up with a solution, backed by Lincoln University. They also said the SprayPro R-Series is the complete package and has export potential. The Awards are supported by the Marlborough District Council and local sponsors. This year there were 32 entries across seven categories.

Donations sought for fundraiser By Damian George The pharmacy sent A local pharmacy is an email to pharmarallying support from cies and other industry throughout New Zeabusinesses around the land for the family of an country requesting doemployee who continues nations for the event, to fight for her life in which has drawn a posiWellington Hospital. tive response. Lisa Taua’lupe, of “We’ve had donations Unichem Redwoodtown from pharmacies as far Pharmacy, has been suf- Lisa Taua’lupe away as Levin and Johnfering from a debilitating sonville [in Wellington] illness since being adand Christchurch have mitted to hospital in February - only been really supportive too.” one week after celebrating getting Maree says she does not want to married. go into the details of the illness for During that time, her parents have privacy reasons. Lisa is currently been “playing vigil” at the bedside on a ventilator and is unable to talk, of the 24-year-old, prompting the though she is now able to write. pharmacy to organise a garage sale Maree says anyone wanting to to raise funds for the out-of-work contribute to the fundraiser should couple and their family. contact Redwoodtown Pharmacy. “She’s out of the woods, but she’s nowhere near recovery,” garage Garage Sale: sale organiser and pharmacy retail Supporting Lisa manager Maree Forbes says. Saturday, May 28 “Who knows when Lisa will get Redwoodtown Saturday Market back to work here.”

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Do you have a Bible question for Jeff? Email us your question at pastor@mbbc.org.nz or post it to us. Full confidentiality is assured at all times. Q – What is the quickest way to tell if a religion or church is genuine or a fraud? A – There are two tests – the first is the Bible Test – “To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.” (Isa 8:20) For virtually any facet of life where the authenticity of an item is in question, validity is determined by comparison to a known, genuine standard. Is the $100 note genuine? Compare it to a real one. God gave us his word in order to determine what is true. “Thy word is truth” (John 17:17) and “Thy word is true from the beginning...” (Psalm 119:160) God explicitly states that when any person or group says something that does not match his written law and testimony, it is because there is no light in them – they do not have the truth! An excuse of ignorance may be possible initially, but when confronted by the word and such a group refuses to change their beliefs to match the written word, they are wrong. When the Mormons claim that Jesus and Lucifer are spirit brothers and the Bible says the Jesus is the Creator of all things (John 1:3) including Lucifer himself (Ezek 28:15), guess who is wrong. (Hint: it’s not the Bible) When the Jehovah’s Witnesses claim that Jesus is Michael the archangel when the Bible says specifically that Jesus does not have the nature of angels (Heb 2:16) and in fact created them all (John 1:3), guess who is wrong. When Catholicism says that it is okay to erect images in the church building and to venerate and adore these images which includes bowing before them while the Bible specifically condemns all of this (Exod 20:4-5), guess who is wrong. This is not rocket science, but it does take three things to apply this test: 1) A standard you can trust – most Kiwis long ago abandoned the Bible and then wonder why we have the moral drift in NZ that we do with all of its resulting problems. 2) A bit of an effort – or as II Tim 2:15 says, “STUDY to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not ashamed...” Laziness is endemic and few care enough or can be bothered today to actually find out what God said – it’s far easier to take the priest or minister’s word on it. 3) Some courage – the minute you take a stand for truth you will be labelled unloving, judgmental, arrogant, a bigot or worse! It is far easier to shoot the messenger than to suffer the conviction and make the genuine change that comes from his message.

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Riverlands wins $2000 prize

Riverlands School administration assistant Maree van der Burgh and principal Dave Parsons hold the school’s virtual “Daisy Meadow” and confirmation of a $2000 prize.

By Damian George The $2000 won by Riverlands School courtesy of a Meadow Fresh competition will go towards upgrading the school’s computer systems, principal Dave Parsons says. Riverlands was one of 15 South Island schools to receive the prize money following Meadow Fresh’s Daisy Meadows Schools campaign, encouraging schools to

create a “virtual daisy meadow” by purchasing the company’s products and accumulating points on their FlyBuys card. Mr Parsons says putting the money towards Riverlands’ computing facilities was the most logical choice. “It’s a financially dependent area of the school, it’s always something that we need to keep refreshing.”

By Damian George ily movie pass and dinner Five-year-old Caitlyn for six at Chequers Cafe/ Hunter bagged herself Wine Bar. The latter was a brand new Nintendo won by the Bugler family. Wii following a comNicolas says by 11am munity Easter egg the scheduled start time hunt organised by local of the hunt - the queue for businessman Nicolas registration was nearly 50 Perez on Easter Sunmetres long. day. “Seeing all those kids Nicolas, a salesperhaving fun and being son for Summit Real happy is priceless. I will Estate, says 160 famidefinitely do it again next lies turned up for the year!” innaugural event at People of all ages got into the bunny spirit at the Nicolas had earlier organPollard Park. ised a colouring competiEaster Egg Hunt held at Pollard Park. Due to hygiene regution which he had given to lations, hundreds of all primary schools in There were enough eggs for golf tees were scattered through- everybody - anyone who didn’t Blenheim before the school out the park in place of the choco- find an egg was able to come holidays. He recieved 226 enlate eggs, and then traded in. tries and the two winners, Adam and get one afterwards.” “I’ve always wanted to do someAll of the 550 entries in the Harrison and Breeanna Paget, thing for the kids,” Nicolas says. hunt went into the draw to win aged 4 and 10 respectively, each “It was a friendly and fun event. the Wii and two games or a fam- won an Easter basket.

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Theatre not dividing region Dear Editor, Regarding your poll about the new Civic Theatre, I strongly disagree with your statement that this issue “appears to be strongly dividing the region”. This is based on a small number of people writing multiple letters to our local newspapers. I think The Sun is being deliberately inflammatory yet again, just like a few months back when your front page report quoted two obviously uninformed new councillors regarding the new theatre project, but failed to also have any

comment from a Theatre Trust member. That’s a very unbalanced way to run a newspaper. As for your survey, it is not statistically sound in anyway. It does not prevent multiple forms being sent to you by individuals, and it will inevitably be mostly anti theatre people who post it in. Therefore it’s plainly just a stunt to try and increase interest in your newspaper. When it’s a stunt that’s mucking about with a very important local community project, it’s just not very professional of you to do that in my opinion. Chris Holdaway

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Thanks, but no thanks Greetings, I notice in your unsolicited newspaper that arrived this week that you are running a totally unscientific poll on the new civic theatre. Having no intention of wasting an envelope or 50c and not living in town I will give you my opinion anyway. I am totally in favour of a new theatre and the siting of it next to the Club building looks just fine to me, even better if there was a walkway directly over the road from the new parking building.

Yes, I am a theatre go-er but with the present uncomfortable facilities I do think twice as to if the show/production is worth the discomfort caused. A purpose built facility would be a huge asset to our town. I have never used and will never use any sporting ground or the swimming pool complex for which rates are used in maintenance and expenses and so I see no reason why some of the rates collected can’t be used for the new theatre. Pauline Reddecliffe

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Dear Ed, Rate Increase? The Council has been advertising that the average rate increase for next year will be 2.86% (GST exclusive) as shown in the Annual Plan. I phoned Council and enquired what our rates are going to be for next year and was advised there would be an increase of $119.47 which represents

a 5.68% increase and not 2.86% (GST exclusive) as advertised by Council. It is our suggestion to all ratepayers in the Blenheim Urban area to phone Council and check what you will be paying for rates next year. You may be shocked like we were! Is Council misleading us as Ratepayers? Concerned Ratepayers.

No negativity, please Dear Mr and Mrs Marlborough Negativity: Thank you for sharing your negative thoughts with us through the letters to the editor forum. What a dull and boring life you must have, for if you were ever to catch a bus, you would not trust the bus driver to take you from A to B. You would certainly never get on an aeroplane, as you would not trust the pilot nor the hundreds of staff that make them defy gravity, oh how depressing for you. You would never ever travel on a large boat, the captain, crew and staff would not be trusted to do their job, oh my, oh my, how depressing for you. We elected our Councillors to represent us trust them to do that job. Our council employs people from our community to run the best little big town in NZ, trust them to this job in good faith. Because your negativity does not allow you to leave our town on a bus, plane or boat please put your pen to a good use and tell us the good things that you like about Marlborough rather than depressing us all with your negativity. Chris Fortune Professional Love Marlborough Consultant

Thanks from Picton Dear Sir, The Picton School 150th Anniversary committee would like to sincerely thank the Sun for its support of the recent 150th celebrations. The weekend was very successful thanks to the support the committee received from local businesses and volunteers. Over 300 people attended and thoroughly enjoyed the occasion. Thankyou. Ailsa Carey Organising Committee member

Theatre plans I think Mr Sowman and Mr Moseley should shove the new theatre plans. The people of Blenheim are a high percentage population of retired people and vineyard workers who can’t afford to go to high-priced shows in flash theatres. Why can’t they use one of the empty buildings at Riverlands if the one they have got is no good??? Mr Sowman, I did not vote for you because of this theatre issue. Also, I think you have got enough white elephants and monuments to your name. i.e. swimming pool, i-Site, parking building. The RSA should be able to see the setting sun to the west during the recital of the oath at 6pm, not a blank wall. D Cameron P.S. A referendum is definitely needed.

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Making a splash Damian George talks to Paul Tredinnick and Matt Kerr about their involvement in the soon to be completed $14 million upgrade of the Marlborough Stadium 2000 swimming pool. With the initial phase of the Stadium 2000 swimming pool development nearing completion, two men integral to the project are counting down the days until the state-of-the-art facility becomes available to the public. Paul Tredinnick, Marlborough Stadium Trust CEO, and Matt Kerr, the Trust’s treasurer, have been involved with the construction of the stadium and pool complex since the trust was formed in the late 1990s. Having overseen the construction of the stadium in 2000, the trust’s members approached the Marlborough District Council with the idea of upgrading the swimming pool four years ago, a proposal met with no opposition. Matt, a director at Marlborough accountancy firm Winstanley Kerridge, says the local community are set to benefit hugely from the new facilities. “I’m really excited about it - it’s hard not to get excited,” he says. “This new facility is such a step up and is going to open up so many opportunities.” The new indoor pool will boast an impressive nine-lane, 25-metre recreational pool, a children’s area including a “lazy river”, a modern hydro therapy pool, and a spa and sauna area. A new outdoor pool with a children’s area and three-lane, 25-metre recreational pool is also being constructed. Once that is completed - in late June - the existing indoor pool will be re-tiled and opened again near the end of the year. “The new indoor pool is perfect for recreational swimming for community people,” Matt says. “But it will also be a great sports area - swimming clubs can run short-course events, and it opens up all sorts of things, like water polo being played here.” Matt says the hydroslide initially planned for the complex has been put on hold, as it would not have offered enough spinoff benefits long-term. “What we’ve come up with is something that will be future proof for a long time. We’re not building this for now; we’re building this for the next 25 years and, at the moment, the other facilities here offer more opportunities.”

Marlborough Stadium Trust treasurer Matt Kerr (left) and CEO Paul Tredinnick are excited about the opening of Blenheim’s new swimming pool complex next month.

Paul, CEO of the trust since it opened, says he, Matt and the other trustees have merely acted as the facilitator of a council and community project. As part of the trust’s research, the eight trustees all took time out of their own schedules to soak up some knowledge by visiting swimming pools throughout Australasia. “We looked at 27 different pools around New Zealand and about a dozen in Australia to try and get an idea of what the best design would be,” he says. “We then received over 450 submissions - from individuals and groups - before we constructed a brief for what elements we wanted in the facility.”

He says the trust have made a concerted effort not to disrupt the community members using the existing pool. “Rather than close the pool for the whole period of construction of 18 months, we’ve worked really hard with Evan Jones Construction to try and make sure we’ve kept the finances of the trust working and the business operating, to hopefully break even by year end.” Paul says other changes to the operation are likely, with the stadium’s gym - which will be situated looking out over the new pool - possibly extending its opening hours to match those of the pool.

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Blenheim man Phil Yuen has always known he wanted to be an electrician, but his career goal was to own his own business. This goal was realised four years ago when Phil began his business Powered Electrics, a locally owned and operated business servicing the whole of Marlborough. After starting his career as an apprentice 17 years ago, Phil worked his way up from the bottom and today is proud to say his hard work has paid off. “I have always wanted to be self employed and achieving this goal has been great, thanks to the support from all my customers,” he says. After moving to Marlborough five years ago, the family man and father of four saw an opportunity to

start a business, a decision he says he has never regretted. Aside from operating a successful business, Phil’s main objective is simply to “look after the customer”. “Quality workmanship is what Powered Electrics is built upon, it’s all about providing the best service possible,” he says. Powered Electrics can do anything electrical, from supplying and installing heat transfer kits through to back up generator systems.

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Providing specialist care and maintenance of trees is all in a days work for Blenheim man Steve Bell. Steve who has been a qualified arborist for around 12 years says his decision to start his own business stemmed from his desire to provide a high quality service to the whole of Marlborough. Although his business TreeMendous Trees Ltd has only been operating for 14 months, Steve has already received great response and a lot of repeat business. “I love what I do which is reflected through my work. My main focus is to do a good job and keep my customers happy while delivering top quality results,” he says.

TreeMendous Trees Ltd covers all aspects of tree work including pruning, removal, emergency tree care, planting as well as hedge trimming. “Hiring the right arborist is an important decision to make as proper tree care is an investment that can lead to great returns,” he says. “Well cared-for trees can add value to your property whereas poorly maintained trees can be a liability and in some cases prove dangerous.”

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“The quality of grapes produced is directly affected by the quality of work performed in your vineyard,” says local business owner Shane Love. Owner and operator of Infinity Vineyard Contracting Services Ltd based in Blenheim, Shane believes in the importance of providing quality services to all vineyards – big and small. In addition Shane’s local knowledge and reputation for focussing on quality has seen his business continue to grow from its beginnings four years ago. Infinity Vineyard Contracting Services Ltd initially began as a part-time business but as the industry’s demand for skilled and committed workers increased, Shane’s business soon grew. “Looking back I would say the business’s success is a lot more than what I initially expected, which

is great and means that I have been able to offer more employment and provide contracting services right throughout Marlborough,” he says. By employing an on-board viticulturist and NZQA approved trainer, Shane knows he is providing the best possible service to the customer. “The importance of providing good workers and expert industry knowledge is essential to this industry, and in turn will help your vineyard achieve its full potential,” he says.

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Restoring drivers’ confidence and teaching youth driving skills is something Mike McCann enjoys most about his role as driving instructor with Regent School of Motoring. Mike purchased the business at the beginning of the year after deciding on a lifestyle change. “I am a chef by trade and have travelled the world cooking for the rich and famous, but after many years in the industry and having served in the military, I began looking for a business opportunity closer to home,” he says. Originally from Christchurch, Mike says the decision to settle permanently in Marlborough was due to the climate, “fabulous” wine and friendly community. Purchasing Regent School of Motoring was

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The business’s dedication to the Marlborough community is further illustrated by the number of regional and national awards won during the past five years. At last year’s NZ Mortgage Brokers Association conference, Prosper was awarded the Nelson/Marlborough regional winner for the fourth time. In addition they were the second runner up in the NZ Broker of the Year award for 2010, a fantastic achievement for the Prosper team. Prosper is an accredited member of the NZMBA.

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based on his enjoyment of driving and desire to pass on the same enthusiasm to others. “It’s really rewarding when you see the excitement on people’s faces when they succeed in getting their licenses. “It’s also very satisfying when teaching the elderly who still hold a license, but want a refresher course to regain their confidence,” he says. Regent School of Motoring offers driving instruction covering all ages and license grades.

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Where there’s a Will there’s a Way! Local electrician Will McGruddy knows what it takes to run a successful business. “If you want to do a quality job you have to work to what the customer wants,” he says. Will has been in the industry for nearly 10-years, four of which have been operating his own business. Will completed an apprenticeship here in Blenheim and later went on to begin Will Power Electrical with wife Nicole. Priding themselves as a locally owned and small business, the couple plans to continue offering the same great quality service now and in the future. Servicing anything electrical Will is also qualified to supply and install heat pumps. Known for his professionalism, performance

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Police kept busy At 8.50am, a 37-year-old male factory worker was arrested on a warrant for his arrest. At 1.20pm, a 44-year-old male invalids beneficiary was arrested and charged with stealing a trailer full of firewood from outside a Mayfield house on April 30.

Tuesday, May 3 At 5.30pm, an 18-year-old female student was arrested for stealing makeup from The Warehouse. At 11.50pm, a 16-yearold unemployed man was arrested for threatening to kill and assault following a domestic incident at a Springlands address. Police say alcohol was a factor in the incident. The man has been referred to the Youth Aid Section.

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At 12.40pm, a 27-year-old unemployed man was arrested for breaching his bail conditions and driving while disqualified. At 6.30pm, a 19-year-old un-

At 3.40am, a 25-year-old unemployed maln was arrested for breaching the liquor ban. At 9.40am, a 28-year-old male marketing manager was arrested for assaulting a woman after a historic domestic incident. Shortly after, a 21-year-old unemployed woman was arrested for breaching her bail conditions. At 5.15pm, a 59-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for disorderly behaviour likely to cause violence and resisting police after an incident on Alfred Street, Blenheim. Five minutes later, a 38-yearold female vineyard worker was arrested for obstruction. At 8.35pm, a 40-year-old unemployed man was arrested for shoplifting after allegedly stealing skin care products from New World.

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Park it and sell it New to Blen hei m, Pa rk ‘n’ Sell provides a safe and effective way to display and sell your vehicle. Located at 55 Main Street in Blenheim, Park ‘n’ Sell has a secure, lockable yard which is kept open to the public for up to 11 hours per day before being locked and monitored by a local security company at night. Owned and operated by the two-man team ‘Jeff and Tony’, vehicles which can include cars, trucks, utes, trailers, boats and campervans are displayed with the owner’s contact details and selling price. And to make it even easier

on the buyer and seller, Jeff and Tony can offer finance, evaluations and appraisal, will pay cash for cars, welcome trade-ins and are on hand to answer any questions that a buyer may have. There are several options available to sellers including paying a small fee for parking and displaying the vehicle, as well as a range of sale and advertising options including the use of Trademe. “It’s an easy and hassle free solution for sellers, so for more information call in and see us at 55 Main Street in Blenheim,” Tony says.

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fully setting fire, while the other was charged with receiving stolen property and unlawfully taking a bicycle. Police say a “significant amount” of stolen property was found. Both men were bailed

and were due to appear in Blenheim District Court on Friday. A third man, also a 14-year-old student, was later arrested in relation to the same incidents, and was also due to appear in court on Friday.

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At 2.45am, an 18-year-old male cellar hand was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Scott Street, Blenheim. At 3.50pm, a 36-year-old unemployed man was arrested for driving while forbidden. At 6.30pm, a 33-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for assaulting a woman following a domestic incident at a Whitney address.

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Sunday, May 8 At 12.40am, a 49-year-old male vineyard worker was arrested for possession of an offensive weapon - a baseball bat - after an incident on Elizabeth Street, Blenheim. At 2.30am, a 20-year-old unemployed man was found to have been drink driving after being breath tested by police. Shortly after, a 19-year-old male apprentice joiner was arrested for disorderly behaviour after an incident on Scott Street, Blenheim. At 3.40am, two 17-year-old unemployed men were arrested for trying to steal a vehicle on Arthur Street, Blenheim. They were charged with unlawfully interferring with a motor vehicle and were due to appear in Blenheim District Court on Monday. At 8.50am, a 66-year-old retired man was arrested for driving whilst disqualified. At 5.40pm, a 27-year-old unemployed man was arrested for breaching a police safety order. He was held in custody was dur to appear in Blenheim District Court on Monday.

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Two 14-year-old male students were arrested on multiple charges including numerous thefts from cars following a police search of a Riversdale address on Thursday morning. One of the offenders was charged with wil-

At 1.25am, a 21-year-old man was arrested on two counts of assaulting a woman, one assault charge, and breaching his bail conditions after a domestic incident at a Redwoodtown address. He was held in custody and was due to appear in the Blenheim District Court on Wednesday.

employed woman was arrested for allegedly stealing a passport and cash from a local licensed premises. At the same time, a 39-year-old male timber hand was arrested for disorderly behaviour. At 11.10 pm, an 18-year-old male student was arrested on a fines warrant. A red Suba r u Impreza (registration ELF1ES) was stolen from outside a Mayfield address overnight. The vehicle has panel damage on the front driver’s side.

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ALEXANDER-NORTH: Jazmin is pleased to announce the arrival of a gorgeous baby girl, Manaia Nixon North born 21st April 2011 at 12:40pm (8lb 13oz). Special thanks to Sarah, Gerry Lawson and Sue Hudson and all the maternity staff.

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PARKER-McCONWAY: Hamish and Aimee are delighted to announce the safe arrival of their daughter Lucy Louise Margaret Parker (8lb 1oz) on April 27 2011, at 1054am at Wairau Hospital. A huge thank you to our wonderful midwife Carole Thompson and all the staff at Ward One. Photo provided.

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HODGKINSON: James and Chloe are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first baby girl, Ella May (8lb 2oz) on 3rd May at 5.48pm at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwives Gwen, Tai and Sue and all the rest of the staff on the maternity Ward.

Bailey/ Mulder : Bryan, Ank and big sister Ana are very happy to announce the arrival of Nico and Lena on the 18th of April 2011. A healthy boy and girl. Special thanks to our midwife Shona Wills, Melissa Smith and the very caring staff at Ward One.

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MAHER: Brendon, Jacqui and big sister Helena are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their second baby girl, Lucia Ella (7lb 2oz) on April 4th 2011, at 5pm, at Wairau Hospital.

SCOTT: Sarah and Ricky are proud to announce the safe arrival of their third baby, Zoe Pearl (6lb 14oz) on April 10 2011 at 11:46am at Wairau Hospital. A sister for Caleb and Summer.

Douthett- Bamford: Adrian and Mary Ann are delighted to announce the arrival of their 3rd baby girl: Esme Annabelle (8lb 8oz) on March 16th at 6.29am. A sister for Jessica and Elizabeth.

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HAM: James and Jean are proud to announce the safe arrival of their first baby boy, Felix James (9lb 3oz) on April 7 2011 at 4:37am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Cathy, theatre staff and all the staff at Ward One. Both well.

BROWNE/SCHULZ: Malcolm and Dianna are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their baby boy, Alex Douglas Browne (9lb 2 oz) on March 31, 2011, at 2.12am at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Crystal. Grandchild num b er 13, s ad ly missed by Granddad Doug.

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SON: Jamie Son and Jade Kim are pleased to announce the safe arrival of our first baby boy Julian Son (7lb 4oz) on Thursday 7th April, 2011 at 10:49am.

HOGG: Jason and Fiona (nee McCallum) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth on Monday 18th April at 12.10am. 6lb 13oz. HERBERT/BURGIN - Bryan and Anna are very pleased to announce the late but safe arrival of their daughter Connie Rae Herbert (9lb 9oz) on April 6th at 9.10pm.

PULUK AMU : Lina and Willy are happy to announce the arrival of William (8lb 14oz) on 13th April 2011 at Wairau Hospital.

CAMPBELL: Simone is proud to welcome Lewka Chase Anthony (8lb 13oz) on April 6 2011 at 7:40pm at Wairau Hospital.

Gould-Cole:Donna and Jason welcomed their second son, Ron William (10lb 2oz) into the world on 16th March 2011 at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Arthur.

THOMPSON: Aaron and Jacinda are thrilled to announce the arrival of Lexi Grace (9lb 4oz) on April 18th 2011. A sister for Tahlia, Finn and Archie.

LAING: Tim, Louise and Ashka would like to announce the safe arrival of their second baby girl, Morgan (8lb 11oz) on April 20th 2011 at 8.40pm.

GROSSL: Cleber and Michelle are please to announce the safe arrival of their first baby boy, Luigi Mesquita ( 4.45kg 57cm) on April 15, 2011 at 9:03pm at Wairau Hospital.

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LIDDICOAT: Matt and Zena are proud to announce the safe arrival of their fourth baby, Noah Alex (7lb 11oz) on April 10 2011, at 3:34pm at Wairau Hospital. A brother for proud siblings Olivia, Cody and Sophia. ZIMMERMAN/KENNY: Kelly and Jamie are proud to announce the early but safe arrival of Charlee Jamie Zimmerman-Kenny. 14th April 2011 at 2.26am.

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COLLINS : Marino Katherine Moriyama, weighing in at 3.5kg, arrived at 11pm on April 15th, 2011. Much anticipated sister for Manato and Akito.

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death notices

death notices KING, Elizabeth: On Saturday May 7, 2011 peacefully, at Fairview Hospital Blenheim. Dearly loved wife of Allan, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Raymond and Cathy (Christchurch), Glenys and Peter Nidd (Greymouth), Marion (Reefton), and Allan (Greymouth) and the late Irene. A much loved Nana and Great Nana, loved sister of the late Ron, Alexander and Rema and sister-in-law of Agnes and the late Malcolm, Mary and George. Messages to 1 Sutherland Street, Dunollie, Greymouth 7803. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Asthma Society would be appreciated and sent to PO Box 374 Blenheim 7240. At Elizabeth’s request, a private service has been held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service

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

PAMS

Presbyterian and Methodist Shop in Queen Street will be closed on Wednesday 25th May so all volunteers can celebrate 25years trading in Marlborough.

Peoples Market

Alabama Road Sunday 9am. We invite car boot sellers, crafts, bric-a-brac, garage sale stuff. childrens stalls and food stalls. All welcome. Sites $5.00.

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good used linen for sale! Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 12 noon at Bread of Life, 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College) Phone: 577 5423.

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community services Marlborough After Hours G P S e r v i c e s : Wa i ra u Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 5206377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9 a m - 6 p m 7 d ay s P h 5782271. Diabetes NZ Marlborough: 5775549, Office hours Tues,Wed,Thurs 9am-3pm. Lifeline Marlborough: 577 8668, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: Red Cross Rooms, 33 Redwood St. Every Tuesday at 7.30pm. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Har vey 5788125 Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics. Ph Margaret 578 4690 or Ross 578 5896. Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd, Mon,Wed,Fri 9am-4pm / Tue, Thrus 9.303pm. Hospital Visiting Hours Wairau Hospital: Daily

11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10amNoon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlborough Family Budgeting Free,confidential budgeting advice. Monday -Friday. Phone 578 2006. Citizens Advice Bureau Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Picton Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 5209980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 9-3pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm. Seddon Health Clinic Monday 10am-1pm; We d n e s d ay 3 p m - 7 p m ; Friday 10am-1pm. After hours: Marlborough GP Services: Reception: 520 6377. Office: 520 9980. For an appointment phone 578 1665 or Seddon Plunket Rms 575 7194 during clinic hours.

LEMBERG, Marilyn Jane: Passed away on May 8, 2011 at Wairau Hospital. Aged 55 years. Dearly loved daughter of Joy Horrey and the late Ted Lemberg, loved sister and sister-in-law of Glen and Yolande (Perth), Valda and Peter (Masterton) and Michael and Vivienne (Picton); loved granddaughter of the late Gladys and Jim Horrey. A special thank you to all the staff at Wairau Hospital for their kind care of Marilyn. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. Messages to 58 York Street, Picton. A funeral service for Marilyn will be held at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Nelson Square, Picton at 2pm Thursday May 12, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz EASON, Herbert Raymond (Ray): On May 4, 2011 peacefully, at his home in Renwick, surrounded by his loving family. In his 83rd year. Dearly loved husband and companion of Joyce, much loved father and father-in-law of Thelma, Lindsay and Sandra (Rangiora). Special grandad of Melissa and Joel, and Rebecca; and Philippa and Sandy, Alice, Erin and Christoph. Loved pop of Kaiser. Messages to the Eason Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be very much appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

respective families (all of Northern Ireland). A loved Aunty Tess of all her nieces and nephews. Messages c/- 15/208 High St Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411 Blenheim 7240. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz PHILLIPS, Rex John: On Wednesday May 4, 2011 peacefully but unexpectedly, at his home. In his 80th year. Dearly loved and special husband of Colleen, loving father and father-in-law of Chris and Adrienne, Garry and Karen, special Poppa of Scott and Campbell, and Emma and Aidan, stepbrother of Trevor, Owen, Alan, Rex, and Daphne. Messages to the Phillips Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, donations to Life Flight Trust PO Box 14-448 Kilbirnie Wellington or St. John Marlborough PO Box 467 Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz THOMSON, Esther Chisholm: On Tuesday May 3, 2011, peacefully, in the loving embrace of her three children, at Wairau Hospital. Aged 90 years. Very greatly loved and loving wife of the late Hugh, much loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Erris, Raewyn, Elizabeth and Tony, loved Nana of Bronwen and Olwen; Andrea and Greg; Rebecca, Anna and Kathryn, a loved great Grandmother of Benjamin, Harvey, Samuel and Lily. Messages to 38 Adams Lane, Blenheim 7201. Special thanks to the staff of Inpatients Ward Wairau Hospital, Esther’s committed support workers, and Wendy at Redwood Retirement Village, for all their wonderful care. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz BOWDLER, Dennis William (Bill): On Monday 2 May 2011, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 69 years. Dearly loved son of the late Dolly and Sandy, loved brother of Lil and the late Frank McKinley, the late Lorna and Bob Goldstone, the late Teddy and Helen, the late Ron, Daphne and Ron Peters (Waikawa Bay), Jeff and Laura (Waikawa Bay), Colleen and Bob Mason (Waikawa Bay), loved uncle of all his nephews and nieces and very special friend and best mate of Paula and Matt Lindsay (Waikawa Bay). Messages to 237 Waikawa Rd Picton. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to P O Box 411 Blenheim 7240. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

HARRIS, Teresa Mary (Tess): On Wednesday May 4, 2011 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the BURNETT, Jack: On April 15, 2011, suddenly, at Hospital. In his 81st year. Dearly loved late John, much loved Mum and mother-in-law Wairau of Joy, much loved father of Viola, Diana of Mike and Liz, Marie, and Linda, loved Nana husband and the late Marion, treasured stepfather and Tess of Aaron and Nicola, Tarsha and Sean, Jess father-in-law of Steven and Raewyn, Marlene, and Josh, Brodie, Victoria, and Rebecca, and Geoffrey and Virginnia, Paula and Jimmy, and Great Gran (GG) of Ollie. Loved daughter of the Angela and Gareth, loved grandad and great late Olive and Thomas Howard, dearly loved grandad of many and very special Grandan to sister of Joan and the late Tom, Ollie, Betty, William. Rest in Peace. Messages to 1/3 Heather Doreen and John, and sister-in-law of John and Place Picton 7220. At Jack’s request, a private Margaret. Loved daughter-in-law of David and cremation has taken place. Sarah Harris, sister-in-law of Nina,By William,Russell Joe, GEOFFREYMcQuarters T SOWMAN FDANZ Russell McQuarters www.sowmans.co.nz Ethel, Isa, and the late David andBy Tom, and their 03 578 4719

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OLD WHALING and early NZ/Maori items wanted. Private registered collector. Phone Phill on 577 5402 or A/H 578 8551

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The Civic Theatre Project – Questions & Answers The Marlborough District Council has been asked to make decisions soon about the future of the Civic Theatre Project. Why do we need a new Civic Theatre? The current theatre needs a major refurbishment due to OSH and building code issues. As soon as any alterations begin, it will trigger building regulations which require wider aisles and more space between seats to meet means-of-escape standards. This will reduce the current 460 seating capacity. Even replacing the 80-year-old seats would initiate that upgrade. The dressing rooms and the technical design of the theatre are no longer adequate for the size and scale of today’s productions, particularly those involving large numbers of children or sophisticated sets. Users of the theatre were consulted and a feasibility study, conducted by a company specialising in theatre design, assessed the best value to the ratepayer would be achieved by building a new 700-seat theatre rather than refurbishing the existing site. Why not renovate the existing Theatre? The estimated cost of an upgrade of the current site in 2006 was $9.65M (estimated at $11.5M today). That was for a maximum 580 seats with no fly-tower (a high roof enabling large sets to be lowered onto the stage; standard technical facility in modern theatres). The Civic Theatre Trust currently has no funds earmarked for renovation. All of its fundraising work is tied to the provision of a new theatre and the Trust has indicated it would be reluctant to ask donors to reconsider the terms of their pledges. The Council would be approached to fully fund the renovations. A rebuild would require the theatre to close its doors for at least 12 months. What happens if the existing Theatre is not upgraded? It will gradually become more difficult to attract events, driving down its long term viability. Ultimately the Trust could choose to disestablish itself, in which case its assets (the building) would become the property – and the responsibility – of the Council. Closing the doors and leaving the town without a theatre would be one option the Council could then consider. Have other sites been considered? A number of sites have been assessed, some more than once. The Blenheim School site is Crown land which the Ministry of Education will not relinquish. The site is also subject to the Treaty of Waitangi Settlement process and is therefore unlikely to become available for Council purchase. The Alfred Street parking building site was too small to both build a theatre and to provide adequate car parking to service it. The Council-owned site in High Street is not large enough to incorporate sufficient car parking and is not close enough to the Convention Centre to offer the economic benefit that can be achieved by building directly next door. The same applies to the old Workingmen’s Club site in Wynen Street which is owned by the Council. Where is the value in building the Theatre close to the Convention Centre? Council’s Convention Centre, which is part of the Combined Clubs complex, has generated new business for the town’s retail and hospitality sector. A new facility, sited directly next to the Convention Centre, will increase the versatility of the Convention Centre by offering extra spaces for conference use. That increased flexibility will be helpful in marketing the Convention Centre and attracting conference business to Marlborough. It will also create an income stream for the Theatre. There is potential for the Clubs to gain financially from the presence of this facility through increased patronage at their bars and restaurants by theatre users. The Council owns the land, at the western end of the Clubs, so a new theatre could be built there without the need to purchase a new site, which holds down the overall cost of the project. What agreements were made with the Combined Clubs? The Combined Clubs had insufficient land to construct their new building. Most of the land surrounding the former RSA building was owned by Council. Council gave the Combined Clubs sufficient land for their new building as part of a land swap agreement. The agreement also provided for Council to build either a high-rise hotel or a community asset such as a theatre on the Council land at the western end of the new Combined Clubs’ building. The architect for the Combined Clubs presented Council

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with concept plans for both a hotel and a civic theatre on the site, before construction of the new Combined Clubs’ building got under way. Is the Combined Clubs’ Executive Committee satisfied with the concessions made on the theatre design? The theatre’s roof line has been lowered, the building realigned and shifted further back on the site to address light and shade issues. The Clubs’ and RSA Executive has advised the Theatre Trust that it is satisfied that the compromises have addressed their concerns. Is there really enough room on the Clubs’ site for a new theatre? Yes. The theatre has been designed with large glassfronted reception spaces to the north and west to make best use of the river views. This part of the theatre would be cantilevered over the stop-bank to make maximum use of space. The architects specialise in theatre design and say the site poses no design constraints. The site has been tested to ensure the ground is geo-technically sound. Why is Council spending money on community assets such as the new Theatre, the Picton Foreshore Redevelopment and the Aquatic Centre? Core infrastructure such as sewerage, water and roading is important for the district. Community infrastructure such as libraries, the Aquatic Centre, the Picton Foreshore, Renwick Sports Centre and the Theatre are also important. Council has a responsibility to provide both types of assets. Council’s Long Term Council Community Plan for the ten years to 2019 shows that Council will be investing over $500M on roads, sewerage, water and stormwater assets. Marlborough ratepayers are in a fortunate position in that their Council has a number of investments generating returns to fund both core and community infrastructure. These investments include the Council’s forestry estate, dividends from Port Marlborough and profits from land subdivision activities. Marlborough is also fortunate to have a Civic Theatre Trust which has provided the town with a theatre and auditorium at no charge to ratepayers for the last 25 years. Most towns are required to completely fund facilities such as a Town Hall and Civic Theatre from rates revenue. How much will a new theatre cost the ratepayer? The proposal is that the Council grants $5M toward the total cost of $17M – that is 29% of the project cost. Such a grant would come from a Council reserves fund which is specifically tagged for community projects. The Theatre Trust proposes that $6M would come from the sale of the existing site (to the Council or another buyer) with the Trust meeting the balance through fundraising and sponsors. The Council has yet to agree to purchase the old theatre site. A recent community consultation and planning work has identified this site as important to the strategic development of Blenheim’s Central Business District. The Council has also been asked to grant $200,000 toward theatre running costs. That would be approximately $9 per ratepayer per year. Currently the Council provides no assistance to Civic Theatre running costs. Why is the Trust calling for a decision from the Council at this time? The Theatre Trust has worked closely with the last two councils since 2005 with many hours of voluntary work put in to gain approval for resource consent and funding of the project. However, the current councillors are exercising their right to review those decisions. Further postponement of the project is likely to have cost implications. The current competitive building climate is expected to come to an end once reconstruction gets underway in post-earthquake Christchurch. That is likely to increase construction margins nationwide and the cost of public projects may well rise. The Theatre Trust is not confident that all of its funding pledges and sponsorship would remain if the project is postponed. I hope this information will answer any remaining questions about the Civic Theatre Project. ALISTAIR SOWMAN MAYOR

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Juniors take to green By Damian George More than 20 young golfers turned out for the Marlborough Junior Golf tournament at Fairhall on Friday April 30, with Marlborough Boys’ College student Troy Hale taking out the main section ahead of schoolmate Ryan James. Troy finished the 18-hole, par-72 course with a nett score [round score minus handicap] of 76, three strokes ahead of James’ nett score of 79. Fellow Marlborough Boys’ College student Angus Mann and Erik Hesse were separated by just one stroke in shooting the best individual round scores in the main section, finishing on 95 and 96 respectively. In the second tier - a nine-hole course for players between 10-12 who entered the tournament with a handicap - Declan Horton finished first with a score of 40, followed by George Corry-wrigh, who shot 42. Tim Rutherford shot 58 to finish first in the 10-12 age-group for players without a handicap, while Tomus Cuddon shot 66.

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Ryan James, 16, tees off from Hole 9 during the Marlborough junior golf tournament at Fairhall. Tournament volunteer Cyril Scammell and competitor Ben Roughan, 14, look on.

A shortened six-hole “kiwi course”, for five to nine-year-olds, was won by Grace Hawtin. Tournament organiser and Sharpie’s Golf store owner Jonty Phillipson says he is pleased with how the inaugural tournament went. “It was quite good actually,

to have a look and support the competitors. “We really encourage the crowd to come down to the pit area to have a look round, meet the drivers and ask any questions,” he says. Thrilling the crowd, the Club Day only enhanced the excitement in the lead up to the anticipated Sun Belts two-day series beginning in Nelson on June 4, and finishing in Blenheim on June 5. There will be seven classes featuring 16 Cadet drivers, 15 Junior Restricted drivers, 18 Junior drivers, 10 Yamaha 100’s drivers and 30 between the Rotax 125’s light and heavy classes.

“The Juniors (12-17-years) will be the ones to watch as they put on a really good show,” Shaun says. The club is also in the process of putting together an Open Class with 125 and 250 gear boxes which will see those drivers reaching 100 mile/hr speeds along the straights. “These are very fast and very exciting to watch, a real crowd favourite,” Shaun says. Congratulations to Marlborough Kart Club members Andrew Broughton, Tayler Forbes, Brooke Reeves and Daniel Bugler who represented the region at the National Title event held in Invercargill from April 22 to 24.

Another hush lesson for rugby players to apologise unreservedly for his ridiculous comments that referee Keith Brown may have made a mistake in awarding the Hurricanes a penalty during their Super Rugby game recently. And tweeting the words “worst ref ever”? Surely, a defamation case will be the next course of action. The inexperienced Ioane can be forgiven, though, for he is not the only one to have forgotten exactly where he stands in the rugby hierarchy. Former Wallabies coach Eddie Jones made the same mistake in 2007 and was fined $10,000 when he described the refereeing of Matt Goddard as “disgraceful”, “ludicrous” and “lacking common

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Queensland Reds winger Digby Ioane should know better than to criticise the exemplary work of the most upstanding citizens of the rugby world, the referees. How dare he bestow any sort of disparaging comments upon the sacred men who so wonderfully govern our national game? Was he not aware that the basic human right of freedom of speech does not apply to these Cardinals of our game? SANZAR rules clearly state players are forbidden from criticising referees under the organisation’s code of conduct, yet Mr Ioane obviously felt he was above the law. It serves him right, therefore, to be fined $2000 and be forced

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STAGE ACT: Around 81 Marlborough Girls’ College students have come together to create their “2012 The End of the World” themed performance for the up and coming ASB 2011 Stage Challenge and J Rock competition on May 17. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk.

By Celeste Lodewyk An electric performance themed “2012 The End of the World” has been carefully planned, choreographed and put together by 81 talented Marlborough Girls’ College students for the ASB 2011 Stage Challenge and J Rock competition on May 17. It has been a six-month long preparation for the students who will face stiff competition from seven other participating schools.

The inspiration behind their theme is purely fictional, says performer and one of the group’s organisers Caitlin Coffey. “We initially decided on the theme before any of the recent disasters hit, and after giving it careful consideration we decided to go ahead with our performance but in a purely fictional way,” she says. The performance features choreographed acts depicting four

natural disasters - fire, earthquake, blizzard and tsunami. Each disaster is played out using a variety of dance styles including jazz, hip-hop, contemporary and ballet. The use of vibrant colours, themed sets and city scenes make “2012 The End of the World” a visually appealing performance. For those who cannot attend the Stage Challenge competition in Nelson on May 17, MGC is

hosting a variety concert this Thursday which will feature the group’s entire performance as well as other performances by students. The total cost for the group to participate at the Stage Challenge amounts to around $6000, so door sales will go toward these costs. The variety concert will be held in the MGC hall from 6pm – 8:30pm and entry costs $7 per person.

By Celeste Lodewyk There were jokes, stories and plenty of memories shared among 100 guests who attended Nelson Marlborough Swimming’s 100th Centenary Dinner on Saturday night. The dinner, which was organised by centenary committee members Ivon Clemett, Lynda Crawshaw and Andrew McFarlane, invited past and present swimmers, officials and supporters of Nelson Marlborough Swimming to join in celebrations held at Heartland Hotel. All ages attended, from current swimmers through to one of the oldest members who swam back in 1935. After being officially welcomed by Swimming New Zealand chief executive Mike Burn, guests were treated to meeting and hearing from guest speaker and Swimming NZ high performance coach Jan Cameron. After dinner the banter and jokes continued into the early hours of the morning, says Andrew. “We were blown away with the number of people who attended, coming from as far as Auckland and Dunedin. “Everyone had a great time and I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our centenary,” he says. See our photos page 18.

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