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Diana Dobson of Kekerengu has been awarded the Queen’s Service Medal (QSM) for services to wildlife conservation. She has been aviary manager of the Marlborough Falcon Conservation Trust since 2011, focusing on the rehabilitation of sick and injured kārearea (native falcons), though they are far from the only birds she has worked with over 45 years. Her passion for birds and their rehabilitation was clear since childhood – unlike her three sisters who did dance, music and ballet. “That was just a ‘no go’ for me,” she says, adding that it was to her mother’s great disappointment. Continued page 2. Diana Dobson QSM with Arizona, a friend’s daughter, and with Fern the kārearea, or native falcon, who supports her on her educational visits to schools. Photo provided.

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Diana Dobson QSM – for services to wildlife conservation By Glenise Dreaver Continued from page 1. But her mother did support her, taking her around the hedgerows of her native Cheshire in England, observing birds, their feathers, nests and eggs. ‘I wasn’t academically very bright,” she claims.” “But I was bright when it came to birds! “That was an overwhelming passion for me.” And in her married life, in England, South Africa, Ireland and New Zealand, where she arrived in 2003, birds were always her hobby. She recalls working in the cellar door at The Mudhouse when she arrived. “I’d bring birds in and keep them under the counter. I’d go to the car and feed them at lunch time.”

And when she landed the job with the Falcon Trust in August 2011 it was, she says, a dream come true. “The trust has provided the platform I’ve flown from,” she says. And the Falcon Trust on Brancott Road has, been growing dramatically since it started 10 years ago with four or five birds. “Now there’s twenty.” That “amazing” purpose-built facility on a previous discreet site to keep the birds safe, will soon be opened to the public. “I spend lots of time there - it’s a happy place,” says Diana, adding that they are very grateful to Brancott Estate for its funding over the last ten years. The falcon is New Zealand’s only endemic bird of prey and altogether the trust has released 68

chicks. “That’s one percent of New Zealand’s falcon population in the wild.” She is very optimistic about the birds’ future. “The trust has created a lot of awareness,” she says. And she has trained Fern, who goes with her to schools to highlight the plight of the kārearea, our only remaining endemic bird of prey. The falcons are not the only passion though, with her skills and knowledge called on to help other native birds. A vivid recent memory is of December 8, 2020, for example.. The Department of Conservation rang looking for urgent help. Thirty nine chickens and eggs of the critically endangered black billed gull had been found on the

flat roof of a Blenheim building. “The chicks were all starving and needing feeding and two or three eggs were hatching in the car as I drove home to Kekerengu.” With round-the-clock feeding and an incubator for the remaining eight eggs, every chick and hatchling survived, though Christmas Day was memorable. “Sixteen people there. And I was also making sardine smoothies and chopping up 3kg of fish for the chicks.” Her daughter’s wedding on February 3, 2018 had been equally memorable, with five calls on February 2. “A shag, an owl, a kingfisher, a hawk and a waxeye. They all came to the wedding with me!” “I just can’t say no.”

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NZOM for Hugh Canard Hugh has become an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to conservation and paddle sports. He lives in Christchurch, but amongst his multiple organisational memberships and leadership of groups with a white water and conservation focus, he has also chaired the Nelson-Marlborough Conservation Board. He also contributed to the establishment of the Sea Kayak Operators Association and developed certifications and codes of practice, as well as being a current board member of the Packrafting Association of New Zealand.

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Yvonne Roberts of Picton has been awarded the Queen’s Service Medal for services to quilting and patchwork craft. Her citation says she is being honoured for her work as an exhibitor, committee member, tutor and judge. A passion for her craft has also taken Yvonne around the world both for training and teaching – and she has shared her skills and knowledge back in the community. It was in 1991 when she was living in the Wellington area, and during a game of golf, when her companion told her about the craft. Yvonne realised a hanging would be ideal for an empty space on her wall. She asked her friend for help,

then went to lessons. “My tutor said I just picked it up and ran!” says Yvonne. She went to every class she could find, and she’s upgraded her sewing machine several times over the years. She’s also attended classes at the University of Seattle, and worked under Gwen Marsden, an internationally renowned quilter, at Beaver Island in the US. That country is, says Yvonne, a centre of traditional patchwork and quilting as a craft, rather than an art form. “It began there more as a way of recycling used fabrics, rather than the more upmarket art forms.” That focus on recycling materials took her to Thailand for three weeks in 2004, to a small Hymong

village near the border with Laos. The women used treadle Singers to make and sell their traditionally designed cushions and bags and were looking for a way to use the scraps to save them wastage. Patchwork proved an ideal solution. Yvonne had helped establish Picton Quilters when she shifted here in 1994 and has tutored and organised exhibitions for the group. Her development of a tutorial for tutors has, her citation says, helped raise the standard of the craft throughout the country. In 1995, Yvonne created a quilt which was raffled and raised $3500 towards an MRI unit for Marlborough Hospital, and she continues to support an initiative

for neo-natal quilts for premature babies. To date about 100 quilts have been donated. Following the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes Yvonne drove an initiative which led to the distribution of more than 350 quilts from Marlborough to affected Christchurch residents, distributed through churches of all denominations there. Quilts have also been sent to Vanuatu in the wake of cyclone disaster there - and a few weeks ago, when a local family with one child lost everything in a house fire, the Picton group donated three lovely quilts for them. Of her honour, Yvonne says: “I feel really humbled as well as honoured that they thought I was worthy of it..”

In a trial scheme from June 12, Blenheim residents can get unwanted household goods like furniture collected from their home. And those in urgent need of a pre-loved sofa or coffee table can also request items on the council website www.marlborough.govt.nz/services/ recycling-and-resource-recovery/ unwanted-household-goods. Pickups and deliveries are at weekends. A council’s spokesperson said recycling may not be easy, especially for people without the right transport or those who need help to move large items. The council wants to make it easier, and also to help others who are in urgent need to request such items, he said. There is no charge, although fees are likely to be introduced in September 2021.

Blenheim Choral concert Blenheim Choral is holding a concert on June 12 at 4pm at the Church of Nativity. It takes its title from the great Louis Armstrong hit “What a Wonderful World” and the concert will feature an eclectic mix of songs composed over four centuries. Tickets for this concert cost $20 each (not $10 as previously stated), door sales only.

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Picton ponders future A heritage/environment centre, a mountain bike park, a hot-pool style aquatic facility – or none of the above? More than 130 people attended a recent public meeting facilitated by Picton Smart+Connected at the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club to consider the options. Auckland consultancy Visitor Solutions Limited (VSL) were engaged by the Marlborough District Council to do a preliminary feasibility study and their initial findings were presented to the meeting. The research centred on three proposals submitted during last year’s Annual Plan process – a heritage/environment centre W H E N O N LY T H E B E S T W I L L D O !

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The Edwin Fox Centre: an assessment is to be made of its potential to be at the centre of a heritage/environment centre in Picton.

Queen Charlotte College pool, a community facility and a hot pool or a hybrid of both. “There is a solid visitor market for hot pool and spa therapy facilities. This has a lot of potential to create additional visitor nights for Picton but would need an iconic, unique location to achieve this,” said VSL senior consultant Anita Coy-Macken. The survey had shown a strong view that this should not be on the foreshore, she said. The downhill mountain bike park, while seen to have positive indirect economic impacts, also raised some technical issues including landowner consents, perceived

suitability of soils given the terrain, and the unknown nature of the downhill rider market. VSL’s final report for the council will include the cost and viability analysis for each project. Dean says that once the final report is received, councillors will decide the next steps, adding that all three proposals were likely to require council funding. “Do nothing or ‘not now’ may also be an option depending on the findings of the report,” he said.

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Advice on today’s nurses’ strike Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) has contacted patients to postpone non-urgent elective surgeries, procedures and outpatient appointments because of the strike by New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) members today, Wednesday June 9 The strike by nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants who are NZNO members, is scheduled for eight hours from 11am. During that time, Wairau hospital services will close all elective services (non-urgent planned care), any outpatient clinic that requires a nurse, dialysis clinics (patients’ appointments have been rescheduled) cardiology services (excluding urgent and emergency cardiology care . During that time, Wairau will continue to provide essential and urgent services including emergency departments, maternity units,

new-born hearing services, antenatal obstetric services, dental, mental health and pharmacy services. District nursing services may be reduced. Pat Davidsen, GM Clinical Services, says that patients are being contacted directly to postpone and reschedule appointments. Mr Davidsen urges people not to delay seeking medical treatment or going to hospital if they need urgent medical assistance. People should still dial 111 or come to the hospital for emergencies, visit the Urgent Care Centre in Blenheim for after-hours care and contact their GP, local pharmacy or call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for non-urgent needs. There may be a longer wait in ED than usual for those people with non-urgent needs.

Big Topic discussion evening The Kaikoura Labour Electorate Committee (LEC) has an exciting plan for the year ahead. A spokesperson says they recognise there are many big issues that affect the local community and as locals they have undertaken to present opportunities for public discussion of these topics. The Big Topic discussion evenings are open to everyone and aim to cover topics including Housing, Environment, Education, Health, Primary Industries and Employment, to name a few. “These are all areas that affect the people in our region and we think it’s time we had more open and informative discussion about them,” the spokesperson says. This month’s Big Topic Discussion Evening, “Providing the best education to

our young people in Marlborough” will take place at Dodson Street Bar and Restaurant on Dodson Street in Blenheim on Tuesday, June 15. It will start at 5.30pm with facilitated panel discussion by two speakers for 20-30 minutes, and then the discussion will open to the floor. Jan Tinetti, Assoc Minister for Education, and Minister for Seniors and Internal Affairs meets with Dave Patterson, former principal of Canvastown School and a previous president of the Marlborough NZEI to discuss issues around primary education in Marlborough. An informal and informative session is envisaged. The bar and restaurant will be open for counter sales.

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

Q: What’s your favourite book, author or magazine?

Betty Grenfell Picton I just go to the library and find something random and I love to take a book to bed at night.

Angela Delahunty Picton I like Bryce Courtney’s books. The books are based in history. South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and a bit of America.

Mary Pescini Picton I like magazines. Hello magazine especially. It’s got lots about the Royal family in it.

Pat Aikman Picton We just got Netflix recently and I watch that instead of reading. Annie is an American story and it’s brilliant. It’s starts in an orphanage and then takes in the war.

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Dear Ed. The people who have deemed that motorists need to travel at ridiculously slow speeds in rural areas are assumedly driving Model T’s, mobility scooters or are acknowledging that their roads are not fit for purpose. 50kph on a long stretch of rural Old Renwick Road and 80kph from PaknSave to Renwick, then 90kph Blenheim to Nelson. Ludicrous. There is no such thing as a black spot on a road, just totally inept driving by a very small few, or distraction, texting, phone to ear while driving, or just plain inattention. Not all of us enjoy Sunday driving all week. Who decided to further control the populace with these crazy limits which serve only to hold up traffic and frustrate the majority? Chris Abbott

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behaviour when I was there having a meal or a drink, and as far as the parking space situation these were mainly taken up by the laundromat customers next door to the restaurant. From purchasing the restaurant to shutting the doors within a few days tells me that the bad behaviour and parking were used as a pretext to apply for changing the business into a bottle store. I Rest My Case. Mad Mex

Anomaly in MDC proposed senior rent increases Dear Ed. Much has been said of late re a proposed rent increase up to a valuation of 80 percent of the market rate for MDC owned properties, yet pensions are set at 60 percent of the national average wage. Would it not be better to have a floating differential rate of 60 percent for pensioners: 80 percent for beneficiaries - who can have their rents topped up by the national government - and a market rate set at for any

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Council considers Long Term Plan submissions One wore a santa hat and others sang waiata but all had their say on the Council’s 2021-2031 Long Term Plan (LTP) Consultation Document during three days of hearings last week. Eighty three individuals and groups from throughout the region presented to the Mayor and councillors at Special Hearing Committee meetings held to consider their submissions. The topics were many and varied with cycle trails, climate change, heritage, events, housing, sports facilities, waste management, roads, playgrounds and infrastructure just some of the issues submitters spoke on. The LTP Consultation Document attracted 128 public submissions. It proposes a rate increase of 5.73% equivalent to an extra three dollars a week

for the average Marlborough household. The LTP Consultation Document explains details on a number of proposals including creating a Covid-19 Rates Relief Reserve, Council’s role in housing and whether to continue with one hour free parking in the Blenheim and Picton CBDs. The LTP will be adopted on 30 June with new rates effective from 1 July. The Council are making their recommendations as we go to press. Their decisions will be reported here next week. In the meantime go to the Council’s Facebook page or website www.marlborough.govt.nz for the latest news.

Wheels turning on Middle Renwick Road cycle lanes An extension to Blenheim’s urban cycle network is around the corner with work now underway on the new Middle Renwick Road cycle lanes. The project, by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency and the Council, is designed to increase cycling facilities and improve cycle safety. It will extend cycle lanes on Middle Renwick Road (State Highway 6) between Murphys Road/ Battys Road roundabout and the Westwood Business Park. “Adding this section of cycle lanes is part of the ‘big picture’ to develop a safe, convenient

and connected cycle network around Marlborough. We want to help make cycling a viable and enjoyable way to commute to and from work and school, to get around town, and for leisure,” said the Council’s Sustainable Transport Manager Braden Prideaux. Public consultation was carried out from 16 November to 14 December last year, seeking feedback on the proposed design from local residents, businesses and the wider community. More information is available on the Council’s website https://bit.ly/MRRCycleLanes

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Cheque-ing out The Council can no longer accept cheques from 18 June. With all New Zealand banks now stopping the use of cheques, these will not be able to be used as a means of payment. The following remain as payment options for Council transactions: • Direct debit • Online payment • Internet banking

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Pinoli Premium Pine Nuts is hosting the first of the public field days to showcase winners of the 2021 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards. The Awards encourage businesses and community groups to share their experience in looking after the environment, and the public field days are a great way to do that. Pinoli won the Business Innovation category, sponsored by Cuddon Engineering, and their field day on 29 June will show their operation, from planting 550 hectares of stone pine orchards to developing state-of-the-art machinery to pick, extract and dry the nut from the hard-to-crack cones. Pinoli’s trees are drought resistant, control erosion and sequester carbon throughout their 100-year lifespan, and all waste product and prunings are turned into mulch, firewood or biofuel. The judges noted that as well as these environmental benefits, Pinoli are producing a delicious new food product for New Zealand. Find out more at the free field day:

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Anne-Marie’s best move By Frank Marrion courtesy of the HarnessXpress Anne-Marie Best went close to giving the harness racing game away not so long ago. Based for many years near Blenheim, Anne-Marie won most of her races in the Marlborough region and in the lower North Island. She occasionally ventured to Canterbury and won the odd race there, but she went almost 20 years without winning one at Addington. Then it was proposed to snuff out her Marlborough club and harness racing in the lower North Island, leaving just a two-day meeting at Richmond and at Kaikoura for the region for the entire season. “We raced a lot in Palmerston North and around that circuit, but suddenly we were looking at having to go all the way to Cambridge and Auckland,” said Anne-Marie. “The meetings on the West Coast are handy enough,but it takes a lot of organising to race in Canterbury, and for a good while that was extra difficult in the wake of the Kaikoura earthquakes and road closures. “We really came close to throwing in the towel to be honest.” But egged on by son Jack, who had worked in Canterbury stables while at St Bedes High School in Christchurch, Anne-Marie made the bold decision to move to Canterbury last year. “We still have the main farm with the vineyard in Marlborough, but we sold the other farm where we grew the hay and bought a property in Rolleston. “I had to wind up the hair salon and it took a while to fully make the shift, but we’re glad we did now.” Anne-Marie and husband Jeremy bought the 15-acre property previously occupied by Derek and Adele Jones. Jack, who turned 28 last week, has been working for Mark Jones since last year and began a training partnership with his mother in the New

Year. He had been working as a contractor around vineyards in Marlborough since his schooldays. The upshot of all this was a big win by Valley Star at Addington last Friday night, where Valley Star got up to beat Andoverlov and Chief Of Staff in a tight finish to the $14,100 Mico Plumbing Trot, going 3.18.3 for 2600m from a stand. Valley Star had won races at Addington before, two and three years ago, but he was the first at Addington for Anne-Marie since her five-win mare Hanover Mae won a junior driver’s race for Andrew McPherson in 1999. And it was Anne-Marie’s biggest win since her best pacer, Tijuana Bromac, won the $23,900 North Island Country Cups Final in New Plymouth at Easter five years ago. The previous weekend, Tijuana Bromac had won both days at the Hawera meeting and he earned $26,000 in a week. He would soon be sold to Australia, having won 13 races and $102,000.

“Anne-Marie is pleased she didn’t throw in the towel now” Anne-Marie has been winning races for 25 years, but she considers herself a relative novice with trotters. The first one she had was The Prince, who she took over from Brightwater’s Wayne Jennens, winning races with him at Nelson and Manawatu twice in 2017. “No one would take him for a while and kept saying they were too busy, but in the end we took him on to help Wayne out. “He became crook with a bad back and as a result of The Prince, he rang me one day

Ricky May drove Anne-Marie Best’s first winner Hanover Mae 25 years ago and lately he’s been handling Valley Star for her. Last Friday’s win at Addington was May’s fourth with him. ABOVE: Anne-Marie and Jack Best.

about buying all of his stock. “Initially I said no as we had quite enough on as it was, but he kept at me and in the end we relented.” One of those that came to Anne-Marie at that point was Valley Star, a now six-yearold son of The Pres which Wayne had bred from Malbec. Anne-Marie is pleased she didn’t throw in the towel now. Ricky May drove Anne-Marie’s first winner Hanover Mae 25 years ago and lately he’s been handling Valley Star for her. Last Friday’s win at Addington was May’s fourth with him. Valley Star qualified as a late threeyear-old and won a maiden race at Addington later that year. He has now won seven races and $62,000 with two others at Nelson, the latest in the New Year and the first for the training partnership. “He won the first day at Nelson and we raced him both days there and at Marlborough and it proved too much for him, so we gave him a spell. “I might be going on 100 but I’m still a learner when it comes to the trotters and I ask a lot of questions.” Valley Star had been acquitting himself well since resuming at Addington a month ago when fourth to One Majic Kenny, finishing midfield without much luck at the Premier meetings. But last week Ricky May worked into the one-one position and then three

back in the running line when Majestic Lavros went to sit parked a lap out. With Tim Williams setting a strong pace with Chief Of Staff, Valley Star came off the back of Andoverlov with a perfectly timed run to prevail by a nose. “I much prefer the 2600m stands for a trotter as it gives the driver a chance to get them balanced up and warm into it. “With Ricky you know you’re always going to have a horse the next week. “He drove my first winner (Hanover Mae at Greymouth in 1995) and I use him whenever I can.” Anne-Marie races Valley Star with George Cheeseman, a “very good friend in Blenheim who used to look after the kids when we were too busy”. “He raced Bonnie Boy (three wins) with us and one or two others over the years, but nothing anywhere near as good as Valley Star.” Anne-Marie also won a trotting race at Motukarara late last year with the Sundon mare Make My Sundon, who was bred by Wayne Jennens from the Majestic Son mare Make My Night (one win), a half-sister to good trotters in Rhythm Of The Night and Fire In The Night. Make My Sundon was on her best behaviour that day and led them all the way to win well, but she has been problematic in several races either side of that success and is usually her own worst enemy. “She had a fall in the stables at Add-

ington and she’s never been quite right since. “You could say she’s still a work in progress and being on the unruly side makes things that much harder, but she does have the speed and ability to win some more races.” Regardless, Make My Sundon has a nice pedigree and will make for a nice broodmare one day. The Pres one is a two-year-old called The Present Maker and he’s among the youngsters that Best has coming through. She’s enjoying pottering around with the trotters and a much more relaxed lifestyle in Rolleston these days. “Being a lot closer to the action makes things an awful lot easier. “It used to take a lot of organising when you had to make trips from Blenheim, what with where to put the horses and accommodation and so forth. “We’ve got the track and five stables sorted now and the only thing we’re missing is a swimming pool, although there’s plenty of those around here if we need one. “Jack is learning a lot working for Mark Jones and is as keen as mustard. “Outside of the horses, I just occupy myself doing a bit of gardening these days. “It’s all a lot easier than running a vineyard and a hair salon as well the horses and the family.”

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A little damp but horses and machinery plough on Story and photos by Celeste Alexander

Nothing was getting in the way of the Marlborough Ploughing Championship event, held Saturday and Sunday on a property off Rapaura Road. Despite the wet conditions all the competitors went out and ploughed to their best ability. John Booth of Dayboo Stud made the trip from the Ashburton area with three of his Clydesdales and put on a great display ploughing. Earlier plans to have two more horse teams were dashed by the flood damage down south. The public wasn’t deterred however; they still turned up with their cameras and watched the Clydesdales in action. During Sunday’s competition event there was a very special piece of machinery on display, thanks to the Tua Marina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club Inc. The club took along a Chase tractor which is thought to be built in 1915. What is unique about it is that the club only knows of four others in the world. “We also believe there was another that came to the North Island but we don’t know if it still exists,” says club member Rod Clark. The Chase that the club has been restoring was found on a local farm. “I was told about some old ma-

chinery on the Marshlands Farm that belonged to the Chaytors,” Rod says. “I ran into Anthony Chaytor at the Marlborough Auctions and got talking to him about it and was given permission to photograph the machinery. “That’s when I found the Chase under some trees. Then I pursued him for two years before he allowed us to retrieve and restore it,” he says. Fellow club member Trevor Newport organised for a cartage contractor to send out a truck and lift the Chase out and bring back to the club. That was around seven years ago and ever since the club has been working to restore it to its former glory. “It’s an ongoing project,” Rod says. “We’ve had financial assistance from the council to help restore it. “Radiator Services donated a radiator for it, Spring Creek Engineering sandblasted it for us, and Cuddon made the mudguards and other pieces for it. “Then we’ve done all the work ourselves,” he says. The Chase features two forward gears, one reverse and has a top speed of 1.5 miles per hour. It has the ability to turn within its own radius. On Sunday when displaying the Chase to the public, it was on show with a British made R.Hornsby &

Members of the Tua Marina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club Inc - Bill Nicholas, Rod Clark, Errol Morrison, Greg Baker, Trevor Newport, Sue Tester and Peter Baker, stand around a rare Chase tractor built in the early 1900s which they have almost finished restoring. The club had the tractor on show at the Marlborough Ploughing Championship on Sunday.

Sons vintage four-furrow plough that is believed to be the first to come to Marlborough, according to Rod. “It was donated to the club on loan over 10 years ago by the Marlborough Ploughing Association. “Les Ham owned it before it was given to us to look after. “It’s been good to bring the Chase and plough out to the ploughing

champs and we had good interest from the public,” Rod says. The Tua Marina Vintage Traction and Machinery Club Inc will be moving up to Brayshaw Park where the club plans to build a large shed on a block of land at the back of the museum. There the club will continue to operate under its own name.

The 1915 Chase tractor pictured being lifted out from under trees on a local farm. It has since been restored. Photo provided

What rain? Henry Cosgrove-Davies was enjoying the ploughing.

LEFT: Bruce Graham looking relaxed as he ploughs, all-the-while concentrating hard on keeping his lines straight. See more photos on page 11.

Locals make a splash at National Franchise Awards Well-known Blenheim Streetwise Coffee Franchisee owners Luke & Brooke Mullinger received a unique award last month for the Highest First Year Turnover in Streetwise History - a very special accolade to receive from New Zealand’s most well-known takeaway coffee brand. As if being the first to pick up this special award wasn’t enough, they also took home the Best Field Support Visit Award - not an easy feat when pitted against 23 other high performing Streetwise Coffee carts around New Zealand. Luke & Brooke are over the moon... ‘We owe these awards to our staff and our community of loyal customers - not only do we enjoy connecting with them everyday, but being recognised at a national level is the froth on top!’ Having moved back to Brooke’s hometown two years ago, the dynamic couple could not be happier to be working and living amongst such a supportive

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Excitement builds as Bride of the Year approaches By Celeste Alexander

There’s just over two months to go before the Beavertown Lions Club once again holds its highly anticipated Bride of the Year Show, set for August 28. There has been a venue change for this year’s show; now being held at the Ūkaipō – the Rangitāne Culture Centre in Grovetown. To date eight brides have formally registered and more are expected in the coming weeks. All that’s left to do is start selling tickets, show convenor Carol Taylor says. “There’s been an early demand which is great to see,” Carol says. The show’s format will be table seating with the venue decorated like a wedding reception. A glass of bubbles or juice will be offered to guests as they arrive

and nibbles will be served during the show, included in the $45 ticket price. A bar will be open for drink purchases and out in the front entrance foyer there will be an array of silent auction items to place bids on. “It will be a fantastic night celebrating each of these brides,” Carol says. “The best part about this show is that we are raising money for local charities, so the public’s support through donations for raffles and auctions, alongside ticket sales, is really appreciated.” A judging panel has been formed and a refreshed list of prize categories has been put together. Brides who enter will have the chance to win in the following categories: First Place, Second Place, Third Place, Mrs Photogenic, Mrs Hair and Makeup, Lucky Bride and Bridesmaids.

The 24 brides who took part in the 2019 Beavertown Blenheim Lions Bride of the Year Show. This year's show takes place on August 28 and will be held at a new venue. File photo

The introduction of Mrs Hair and Beauty and Bridesmaids categories is exciting, Carol says, and allows the audience to appreciate more of what goes into the bridal preparation. Bride entries are limited to the first 25 so anyone wanting to enter,

must get in quick as the cut off is August 1. Entries are open to brides married or residing in Marlborough between July 21, 2019 and July 31, 2021. Email Carol for an application form at blenheimbrides@ gmail.com or pick up a printed application form from the Sun

newspaper office on High Street. To get your tickets early and ahead of the rush contact Carol on 021 399 649, otherwise they will soon be available at the Sun newspaper - an announcement will be made when they are.

The Marlborough Ploughing Assn’s competition was held over Queen’s Birthday Weekend

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Starting the healing process Like much of New Zealand’s history, the Wairau Affray either draws a blank or is retold as a one-sided and unprovoked attack on innocent settlers, but a new play premiering at the ASB Theatre later this month is planning to change this. The Wairau Affray is about the ill-fated attempt by Nelson colonists to confront Te Rauparaha at Tuamarina in 1843, in a dispute over land ownership. It was the first major armed clash between Māori and Pākehā in New Zealand, the only one ever in the South Island. Playwright Justin Eade is bringing the sometimes contentious part of Te Tauihu’s history to life with the support of Ngāti Toa Rangatira ki Wairau. “While the story is about Ngāti Toa tūpuna tāne (ancestors), and I’ve been privileged to have the support of Ngāti Toa Rangatira ki Wairau, the story is told from the perspective of the Nelson settlers, so as not to appropriate someone else’s story.” He says that the story also

functions as a wider perspective on colonial Māori/Pākehā relations, with the Treaty all too often being ignored in rapacious land-grabs by greedy colonists. “I think by the settler’s own actions and words they condemn themselves,” says Justin. Ngāti Toa Rangatira ki Wairau Trust chairperson Patricia Joseph says that it is an opportunity to bring a greater understanding of Ngāti Toa Rangatira history. “We know it, we live it and the play is another platform to educate others through a different lens.” Blenheim actor Jaemes Peter Churchward who plays the lead role Abbott, the translator, hopes that the play will provide people with a new perspective, “especially for those who thought that they already knew the history in a classically whitewashed way”. Actress Kiri Naik, who plays Abbott’s wife Pirihira, says that land disputes are still very relevant, as are the impacts of greed, a key theme of the

Jaemes Peter Churchwood & Kiri Naik in rehearsal for The Wairau Affray. Cast members of The Wairau Affray.

play, and the repercussions of those decisions continue to be seen today. “We will have people who don’t know the story before coming to the show and might feel uncomfortable, but acknowledging the truth is where

healing starts.” Despite the heavy themes, Kiri feels that the play is uplifting and enlightening as it doesn’t seek to blame, but rather shows what Māori and Pākehā can do when they come together.

The Wairau Affray is being held at the ASB Theatre Marlborough, June 24 to 26 at 7.30pm. Bookings are available from https://www.asbtheatre.com/events/Wairau-Affray/

Take a chilly dip for mid winter swim event Join us at the Brain Matters Blenheim event with our speakers Dr Andrew Clarkson and Dr Shane Marie Ohline! Location: Whitehaven Wine Room, ASB Marlborough Theatre, 2 Hutcheson Street, Blenheim Date: 21 June 2021 Time: 6.30 – 8.30pm

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More FM is excited to bring back the More FM Mid Winter Swim to the Picton Foreshore on June 27. “Despite being cancelled in 2020, we have received positive feedback so far about the event returning this winter,” says promotions manager Georgia Watt. It’s free to participate and is kid friendly with everyone who registers in to win a spot prize. The major prize is kindly donated by Cuddon Engineering. “We have a bunch of other spot prizes up for grabs, thanks to wonderful local businesses,” Georgia says. “We are once again looking for a local legend to lead the Mid

Winter Swim. Nominations can be made by texting LEAD to 559.” Fire and Emergency Blenheim Rural Crew will be there with their fire truck to hose you down afterwards (thanks to Brancott Estate for warming it up for them). For extra safety a crew of Rarangi Surf Lifesavers will be there. Picton School will be running their fundraising BBQ so take some coins for a hot sausage and a drink. Join in on the fun from midday, Sunday June 27 on the foreshore, with the swim at 1pm. Fancy dress is encouraged! But please, no wetsuits.

After being cancelled in 2020, the More FM Mid Winter Swim is returning to the Picton Foreshore on June 27. File photo.

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“I clean my own heat pump” It is a common misconception that heap pumps only need the filters cleaned but Mark Taylor from Airify Heat Pump Cleaning and Servicing here in Blenheim has seen many neglected and poor performing heat pumps with dirty coils, low refrigerant and low heat output. “It is shocking to me how many dirty heat pumps I come across every day,” Mark says. “And usually they are the ones that have lost the refrigerant and are performing poorly because they are not being maintained correctly. “If you want to save money on power bills and costly maintenance then just have it cleaned and serviced once a year”. Airfiy uses a revolutionary injection system that pushes all the dirt, dust and contaminants through the coils and out the other side. “I have seen people try to vacuum the coils, even some

professional companies still do, but that is an old way to doing it. It doesn’t clean them properly, also you cannot vacuum the fan drum. And how do they check if the refrigerant or heat output is correct? It just doesn’t work,” Mark says. “There is more to servicing a heat pump than just cleaning it”. If you’re unsure what Airify does just search Airify Blenheim on Google. Have a look at the photos of Heat Pumps in very bad condition, these are all Blenheim Heat Pumps. Anyone who tells you that you only need to clean the filters just needs to look behind the filters to see. If there is dirt or dust sitting on top of the coils then it needs cleaning, simple. “Even new heat pumps require servicing, just like a new car,” Mark says. “A ‘once a year clean and service’ is far cheaper than having to buy a new system. I have been to some homes with multiple

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Minty sweets for a good cause Beavertown Lions are now the suppliers of Lions Mints having taken over the reins from David Judd and his team of Pakeke Lions. Sadly Pakeke are closing its doors due to the changing times and a reduced membership. Pakeke have been involved in the selling of the Mints for the past 40 years. David had a strong team of five members servicing approximately 60 outlets throughout Blenheim and Picton. Wives and partners were also involved giving a willing hand and enjoying an afternoon of fellowship with the public. At one time Pakeke Lions had a team of 13 club members servicing 120 outlets throughout the area. In the past years Pakeke raised $100,000 doing various fund raisers with the mints being a huge part of this money all going toward the Marlborough Community in one way or another. Beavertown Blenheim Lions convenor Bernice Spowart was thrilled to be given the chance of taking the fundraiser over and hopes to continue to be as successful as was Pakeke. Bernice has a team of eight women who love to do their distribution of the three varieties of mints, peppermint, crush candy

David Judd of Pakeke Lions hands over the Minty sweet campaign to Beavertown Lions convenor Bernice Spowart.

and spearmint throughout Blenheim, Picton, Seddon and also Havelock. Once a month they load up their containers, set off happily and maintain their allotted outlets. “We rely on the honesty of the public to pay $1 for one packet of mints but sadly are disappointed sometimes to find some folk help themselves without payment,” Bernice says. “This reduces the amount

of profit which is dispensed into our Community for worthy causes needed.” If anyone is willing to support the Beavertown Lions by having a display of mints for their business or perhaps where there is a team of workers who like to chew on a good healthy fundraising lolly, contact Bernice on 0211309131 or Carol on 021399649. It does not cost you anything to display the mints.

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Thrive Early Learning Centre new owner Gemma Webster with daughter Scarlett (3), and in the background children and staff enjoy one of the outside play areas.

Gemma and Sam have purchased it with support of their family, making it even more special. “It’s nice that our family could buy a small, family orientated centre,” Gemma says. “We want the centre to feel homely and welcoming and being family owned supports that vibe and sets us apart.” The business was already set up as a Montessori centre so Gemma is looking at blending it with structured and play-based learning.

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“My reason for including different learning styles is to broaden what we offer so we can appeal to all children,” she says. The word ‘Thrive’ reflects Gemma’s desire to support each and every child to flourish and thrive. “It’s about the children setting strong roots as they grow up, so they are prospering and doing well in our environment,” she says. “We want the children to go from here independent and with the skills they require for the next step in their lives.”

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Kaikoura woman honoured Gina Solomon of Kaikoura has been awarded the honour of Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to conservation and governance. Her citation records a conservation and kaitiaki lens across a wide range of conservation governance appointments over two decades, and this includes a contribution to local organisations. One of particular note locally is as Ngāi Tahu representative on the Nelson Marlborough Conservation Board for 14 years and chair since 2017. Other multiple leadership roles have included being foundation member and general manager of Te Korowai o Te Tai o Marokura for more than 10 years, which led

the establishment of the Kaikoura marine protection legislation and the Kaikoura Marine Guardians. She has also been a ministerial appointee on the Nelson Marlborough Conservation Board, Kaikoura Marine Guardians, QEII National Trust Board, Nature Heritage Fund, Molesworth Steering Committee, and the Forestry Ministerial Advisory Group. She has also been involved with the St Paul’s restoration group, which has worked to re-establish an area of native forest in South Bay, Kaikoura. Gina was also actively involved with the Kaikoura Plains Recovery Project governance group following the 2016 earthquake.

Guest artists for choral concert In an exciting new development, members of Blenheim Choral are delighted to welcome James Rodgers and Jillian Zack as guest artists at their upcoming concert on June 12. James Rodgers is a baritone who grew up in Blenheim. Many people know him and have supported and wished him well as his career has blossomed, and he has now become an international opera singer. He is currently back in Blenheim with his wife, concert pianist Jillian Zack. They will perform “Sings Harry”, a song cycle whose text is by Denis Glover, one of our finest poets, (author of The Magpies), and music

by Douglas Lilburn, arguably New Zealand’s greatest composer. As the theme of the concert is “What a Wonderful World” songs celebrating nature the Sings Harry cycle fits perfectly. It is imbued with a deep love of the New Zealand landscape, drawing on powerful images of the mountains, rivers and the sea, which resonate with our very identity as New Zealanders. It will be a special treat. The concert will be on June 12, at 4pm, at the Church of the Nativity. Tickets are $20, (not $10 as wrongly stated earlier), and door sales only.

Cheese roll records broken The Beavertown Lions Club have broken their own cheese roll record! The club made over 6000 cheese rolls - their largest amount by far - with funds going

to Bohally Intermediate to assist children in need of breakfast and school lunches. Photo provided.

Congratulatory Message Service If your friends or loved ones are approaching one of the milestones below, please let me know so that I can arrange for them to receive an official congratulatory message.

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Congratulatory message service application forms can be requested from my electorate office: 22 Scott Street, Blenheim.

Marlborough Careers Evening Marlborough Boy’s College extends an open invitation to its annual Careers Evening for all students, parents and members of the public. It will be held at:

Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 Monday 21 June From 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm This is your chance to ask questions of the following providers of tertiary education and training. • Aotea Electric Marlborough • ARA Institute of Canterbury • Auckland University • Building & Construction Industry Training Organisation • Business Trust Marlborough • Chartered Accountants ANZ • Connected/MSD • Crown Sheetmetal • Defence Careers • Fencing Contractors NZ • Fulton Hogan • Go with Tourism • Hortus • HR Engineering • Leslie & O’Donnell Accountants • Lincoln University • Marine Farming Association • Marlborough Community College • Marlborough District Council • Massey University • Master Joiners Association • Motor Industry Training Organisation • Nelson Aviation College • New Zealand King Salmon

• Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology • NZ College of Chiropractic • NZ Police • NZ School of Tourism • NZ School of Winegrowing • Oceania Healthcare • OneFortyOne (Nelson Forests Ltd) • Pacific International Hotel Management School • Primary Industry Training Organisation • Queenstown Resort College • Sanford • Scott Construction • Te Rito Maioha Early Childhood NZ • Top of the South Trades Academy • Transport Repairs Ltd • University of Canterbury • University of Otago • Victoria University • Vision College • Waikato University • Wine Marlborough • WK Advisors & Accountants • Yoobee School of Design

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LocaLLy owned, nationaLLy Known Blenheim

Couple becomes third owners of long-serving business It has been eight years since Grant Davis became part of the Auto Super Shoppe Blenheim team and now he and partner Kelly Church are the proud new owners of the business. Auto Super Shoppe has a well-respected reputation in Blenheim, dating back to 1975 when it first opened as Topp Motors. It underwent a change in branding under the ownership of Jim and Dorothy Hasseldine in recent years and continues to be the go-to for British and European cars, as well as all makes and models of vintage and classic, through to modern day cars. Grant, who has a joinery background for 20 plus years, decided to have a change in career and approached Jim to see if the automotive industry would be a good fit for him. Jim took Grant on, and he has been working for the company ever since. Then two years ago Grant approached Jim to see if he was interested in selling which he was at the time, but a final decision wasn’t made until late last year. On April 1 Grant and Kelly officially took over the business and became the third owners in the business’s 46-year history. “There’s always been a really nice team culture here,” Grant says. “We wanted to carry that on and that’s what Jim could see – continuing with the family feel and positive relationships within the community.” Kelly is also working in the business after leaving her job in the beauty and wellness industry to support Grant in the area of administration and customer service. Jim, who has been with the business since 1987, and took it over from Ian and Anne Topp in 2001, plans to stay on in the workshop. This year is also a very special milestone for Jim who will soon mark 50 years in the automotive trade. “I’m happy as a cricket,” he says. “I get to keep in contact with folks and that’s what I like. “For me, the opportunity to go back on PROUD TO SUPPORT AUTO SUPER SHOPPE

Former owners Jim and Dorothy Hasseldine have sold the business to Kelly Church and Grant Davis.

the tools is in a sense returning to my roots. It gives me immense satisfaction and it’s mine and Dorothy’s way of supporting Grant and Kelly through the transition. “It also provides continuity because I know the history of a lot of cars and people and what their expectations are, and I can feed that knowledge

and information through,” he says. “Grant and Kelly have a real passion for the job and have a nice manner in the way they deal with customers. Dorothy adds; “We think Grant and Kelly will do very well. “We have confidence in their abilities and wish them the very best in the future,”

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Experience sets team apart Auto Super Shoppe Blenheim, and Topp Motors before it, continues to be well known for its work on British and European cars. Another important part of the business is their ability to service campervans with a six tonne hoist on site, with Fiat, VW and Mercedes being a big part of the business. Campers up to the size of six-wheel Ducatos are catered for. But this doesn’t limit the services to just this area of the automotive market, new owner Grant Davis says. “We take care of all makes and models.” Between the six team members there’s around 150 years of combined experience, Grant says. “And around 85 years combined experience working with European vehicles. “With all of this knowledge the team can take care of everything from Mum and Dads car to the Exotic, vintage to modern. “Basically, anything between 1920 and 2020 and beyond; the range of experience between everyone here is very wide. “We have staff who have been working on cars most of their lives, like Ron Ladbrook who does a lot of our servicing. Then there’s John Diamanti who has a vast knowledge of Jaguars, as well as classic and vintage cars. “Jason Wing has been here a number of years and crosses into modern cars which we use up-todate scanning and diagnosis tools for, and Daniel Aitcheson has worked for different dealerships in his time and has very good parts and service knowledge. “Then of course you have Jim Hasseldine who has worked in the industry a long time and knows a vast amount about vintage, classic and modern vehicles. We certainly

The Auto Super Shoppe Blenheim team - Daniel Aitcheson, Jason Wing, Rob Ladbrook, Jim Hasseldine, Kelly Church, Grant Davis and John Diamanti.

have a very good team here,” Grant says. The workshop is fully equipped with comprehensive diagnostic equipment which enables the team to carry out a thorough diagnosis on vehicles. Once the problem has been identified they can take care of it along with electrical and safety issues, ABS brake systems, airbag and safety systems and engine management. The team is continually training and expanding their knowledge when it comes to technology. To ensure your vehicle is in good hands, call in to see the team at Auto Shoppe Blenheim on Houldsworth Street, behind Horton Park.

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A new record for Woody hunt entries For 10 years the Woody Pig & Deer Hunt has attracted hunters from near and far, but this year’s turnout had the organisers very impressed. They said the number of entries was a new record, especially in the children’s categories. And despite the rain and cold conditions, enthusiasm was high and all ages arrived on Sunday afternoon with their animals to be weighed. Results: Open Section Deer 1st Craig Shaw 124kg 2nd Mackenzie Hanrahan 118kg 3rd Levi Foulsham 117kg Average Weight for the day was: 74.25 kg Closest to it was Scott Downing 74kg Pig 1st Levi Foulsham 71.5kg Winner of the Luke Dixon Memorial Trophy for Heaviest pig weighed in on the day. 2nd Ben Norris 64.5kg 3rd Jarod Bryant 61.5kg Average weight for the day was: 43.26kg Closest to it was Jordan Collins 43.4kg & Alister Grinter 43.4kg Team Winners - PIG Gone Bush - Alistar Grinter, Rider Bishell & Braxley Grinter Team Winners - Deer The T & C’s - Scott Ran-

dall, Toby Randall & Cooper Randall Publicans Pick in the Open Section – The publican selected a weight in the Pig and Deer on Thursday and the contestant closets to the weight won: Pig - Publican Picks – 58.5kg James Keen – 58.0kg Deer – Publican Picks – 79kg Taylor Cleall - 79.5kg TEEN Section Pig 1st Luke Peake 57kg 2nd Ned Boyce 53.5kg 3rd Rider Bishell 51.0kg Average Weight for the day was: 38.61kg Closest to it was - Jett Winkler 36.2kg Goat 1st Em ma McW h ir ter 37.6kg 2nd Issac Templeman 35.6kg 3rd Michael Horton 33.0kg Average Weight for the day was: 24.94kg Closest to it was Gus Wickham 24.80kg Kids Section Hare: 1st Louie Patchett 4245g 2nd Annabel Straight 4090g 3rd Ruby Jones 4050g Rabbit: 1st Ruby Schollum 2685g 2nd Jock Taggart 2080g 3rd Archie Bray 1860g Possum 1st Ned Neal 4945g 2nd Maia Watson 4795g 3rd Archie Laugesen 4755g

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Winter Dining Thai 9

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The distinctive taste of Thailand is what brings customers back to Thai 9 Restaurant time and time again. All of the same great menu offerings are available throughout winter including the popular lunch specials, consisting of a starter and main. Thai 9 has also become well known for its Keto selection from the menu as well as convenient takeaway snacks from the cabinet. The restaurant is open seven days with Sunday and Monday only open for evening dining. Discover the taste of Thai.

The team at Vines Village Café & Deli welcomes you to relax, unwind and enjoy the mouth-watering food and drinks on offer. Owned and operated by Scotty and Pru Adams, the café and deli is well known for its beautiful outdoor area and surrounding shopping ‘village’. Sit inside or out while enjoying a meal, a coffee and bite to eat, or any of the many drinks and tasty treats.

Lush green lawns, spring fed creek, majestic trees, vineyards and a gracious 1901 building all combine to create the perfect backdrop when dining at Harvest Restaurant. Sit within the historic building or outside on the garden deck and enjoy the culinary delights that await you on the ala carte menu Harvest Restaurant currently has a *special 2 course set lunch @ $45pp, Wednesday to Friday (April – Sept), and is now also open for dinner on Sunday evenings. Experience Harvest Restaurant with your partner, friends or a corporate gathering

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Hidden gems are so often sitting in plain sight – a great way to describe Ritual Café on Maxwell Road. Owner Julie McDonald says the café’s “retro and homely” vibe is what makes it so unique. This is complimented by the vegan and gluten free options available as well as the popular breakfast menu, cabinet food and real fruit icecream. Delicious, healthy and serving up great coffee – discover why so many people choose Ritual.

Prepare yourself for a sensory explosion with The Lemongrass Restaurant’s innovative and fresh Asian cuisine. Each dish is carefully prepared with fragrant spices, authentic flavours and plated in a way to celebrate each of the ingredients. The Lemongrass is open for dining and takeaway seven days a week and offers a convenient online ordering system. For Asian fusion at its freshest and healthiest featuring Thai and Vietnamese flavours, visit The Lemongrass Restaurant on Maxwell Road.

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gardening this week

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Maree Connolly Executive Restaurant Operations Manager Chateau Marlborough  Are you a dog or cat person? Cat and Crow the Black Lab.  What did you want to be when you grew up? Theatre nurse.  Not quite a hidden talent, but I’m very good at...? Knitting and playing the spoons.  If you could donate $1m to any charity who would it be? Mental Health Foundation NZ.  My comfort food is... Anything that someone else prepares for me.  What song is likely to get you on the dance floor? Where do you start! ‘Connected’ Stereo MC’s,

‘Finally’ CeCe Peniston, ‘For once in my life’ Stevie Wonder, and many more!

 If you could meet anyone in history who would it be and why? Coco Chanel – what a great chat, fashion and business.  Favourite programme or series currently watching? Mind Hunter, The Sinner, Ozarks, Queens Gambit, Nurse Jackie.  How do you prioritise your health and wellbeing? This is always a work in progress.  What’s one thing on your bucket list? Total food and cultural immersion trip to Marrakesh, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem.

Roses in June: By Wally Richards Roses, as we all know, are a deciduous plant and in winter they shed their leaves and have a nice rest till the advent of spring. With the weather being so mild to date, our friends the roses are still in leaf with some flowers on a few plants. The longer this situation continues reduces the rest period before next spring and can affect their potential in the coming season. Wet, cold weather along with a few hard frosts does wonders in cleaning up problems of pests and diseases that the previous season saw. The question arises, ‘What should we do with our roses at this time?’ We could just leave them and hope that winter will do the job for us sometime before we need to prune in July/August. Alternatively we can help force them into having a rest now by cutting all the canes of our bush and standard roses back to half. At the same time we might as well remove any dead, diseased or spindly canes. Then we can do one of two things; spray the reduced canes with lime sulphur to burn off any remaining foliage and assist in wiping out any disease spores or pests harboring on the canes. (In other words we are doing what a few hard frosts would do.) This would be a good spray to use if you have had a fair bit of disease through the season. The alternative for those who have not had too much in the way of problems, is to spray the canes with Wallys Liquid Copper. We all want to have the bestlooking roses, free of diseases and pests and if we do the right thing by working with the natural forces of nature it becomes a relatively simple task. Insect pests such as aphids and scale prefer nitrogen-rich sappy growth so avoid using rose fertilisers and Nitrophoska and your pest problems will lessen. Instead use natural products such as blood and bone, compost, dolomite and sheep manure pellets. Not using these man-made fertilisers will also greatly

reduce your disease problems. Aphids will still appear on your roses in the spring but a simple natural spray of Super Pyrethrum and Wallys Super Neem Tree Oil will give you safe control. Diseases that may have been on your roses this past season will have released spores which are harboring in the soil waiting for spring. To help eradicate these spores spray the roses and soil underneath with potassium p e r m a n g a n at e (C ond y s Crystals) To aid the soil life action you can drench the soil a couple of times over the next few months with a combination of Mycorrcin and Magic Botanical Liquid.(MBL) These two products feed the soil life and clean up harmful residues in the soil. If you would like to add more beneficial microbes to your soil then drench the soil with either Micro-Life or Bio-Mangus Fish fertiliser, using non chlorinated water. Now having achieved a healthier soil do not ruin it by applying rose fertiliser or Nitrophoska as these products are acidic and harm both worms and soil life. The more worms you have in your soil the healthier the soil and plants will be. If you have low or no worm populations you have a problem that needs to be rectified. After your final pruning at winter’s end you can further enhance the health of your roses by applying all the minerals that they would like in their diet. The once a year application of Ocean Solids and Wallys Unlocking your Soil will achieve this. In spring the new growths on our roses are very healthy and we should do all that we can to maintain this healthy aspect. A 2 to 4 weekly spray over the foliage and soil of MBL and Mycorrcin will greatly assist. The reason that the foliage is so healthy is because the soil food web has been able to grow and expand and we need to protect this fragile life. The avoidance of chemicals is a must and also one needs to consider what is coming out of your tap.

Chlorine is used to kill microbes in our drinking water and it will also knock back the beneficial soil life. During winter and spring with ample rainfall we have no need to water and everything is healthier as a result. I came to realise this a few years ago so to overcome the problem I placed suitable filters on my outside taps to remove the chlorine. This made a big difference to all my plants and gardens. In fact the water was just about as good as rain. (Not quite, as rain has other benefits lost to tap water). New Season Roses are now starting to come into garden centres and many will pick out a few new specimens to add to their existing collection. If you buy a rose that is potted up in a bag in a mix to keep the roots moist then you only have to ensure that the mix is kept moist till you plant out. Bare-rooted roses should be ‘heeled in’ till you are ready to plant out. (Heeled in means digging a hole and temporarily planting them in a group) The most important aspect in planting new roses is to place them in a spot where they are going to get plenty of sunlight. The less sun, the poorer the flowering and the more scraggly the rose. The first season should be devoted to obtaining as much foliage as possible without being concerned with the number or size of the flowers. The reason is, the more leaves, the quicker the establishment. To obtain ample leaves make some liquid animal manure

and give the roses a drink of this every 2-3 weeks diluted down 1:10. Chicken manure is best but any other manure will also do. If you are planing a rose in a new bed or in a new spot away from existing roses here is another little tip. Place half to a full spade of dirt from an existing rose bed into the base of the planting hole. The soil will have the right beneficial fungi that works in conjunction with roses to assist their ability to feed and gather moisture. You have taken away the delay period that would happen for the beneficial fungi and the new rose to establish a relationship. Planting in an existing rose bed already has the right fungi in action. (If you haven’t killed it with chemicals). In the first season, two other points should be remembered. Roses need ample water to establish and the soil should never be allowed to dry out, but don’t overwater. Secondly if cutting any flowers off a new rose do not take much or any of the stem that has leaves on it. Leaves means energy from the sun for faster and better establishment. If you have any roses that you wish to move, now is the time to do it; cut the canes back to half, then lift and move. One last tip, do not cut or prune your roses on a cool/cold, moist day as silver leaf disease can enter the wounds. Always wait for a sunny drier day.

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The Sun Re: Unfair landlords Just reading the letter in regards to unfair landlords. I know of a person that went through a bad patch just before Xmas in the place they rent. The landlord wanted the person out for no reason. Fortunately though, the person has a real estate agent who checks the place regularly and as it was, the landlord was not allowed to evict the tenant because he had no reason. One could see he just wants new tenants so he could up the rent. Very greedy. It’s times like that one needs to contact the tenancy tribunal or if they have a real estate agent in charge consult them. Greed.

Gangs not wanted Stuff headline reads ‘Gang membership on the rise’. Another NZ Herald reads ‘Hastings school allowed to host Mongrel Mob members funeral service, Ministry of Education says’. The school was closed for 48 hours. The children have to make up the time. A school is not the place for a gang funeral. MOE should stand against such madness.

Re: Nelson St roundabout It’s quite ironic that some short sighted writer thinks putting a cycle lane on Nelson Street is dumb because some car parks are lost. People should be able to safely travel. Nelson Street is a busy road and needs a cycle lane. It would be pretty stupid or self absorbed to not be concerned about preventing bike vs car accidents on busy roads. Drivers having to walk a bit further after parking is a small price to pay for preventing accidents.

Question Do I have to be over 16, have a tertiary qualification (or at least NCEA L1) and hold a drivers licence to be a Traffic Engineer, a Road Cone Placer, a Traffic Light Button Pusher, a Stop Go Person or a Councillor to design, build and approve million of ratepayers money fixing roundabouts, pot holes and other stuff? Can I do a Degree or Diploma locally at NMIT? Asking for a friend.

Obey the rules

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Thursday night Maxwell Road. Truck and trailer parked half on road half on footpath and no safety light on. Rules, regulations mean nothing these days.

What a great week for shows in Marlborough. Firstly Sweet Caroline at the ASB Theatre was just like watching a live performance by Neil Diamond, then Caitlin Smith soul singer at the Picton Little Theatre and just when you thought it couldn’t get any better the Boat House Theatre’s production of the Pink Hammer, great acting. A very big thanks to all performers, simply magic. Thank you

Re Offended with a name In absolute hysterics reading that. Just gold! From birthing person. Was so funny. I retold it several times over the weekend to different people and they all got a good laugh out of it. I would rather be called a mother any day than a birthing person!! Offended with a name. Sir whoever you are LOVE your sense of humour. Mr Inseminator lol

Lights on please! Drivers going through the thick fog in Koromiko in the mornings, turn your lights on! It’s not hard and there are enough accidents on that stretch of road.

What makes you special! Got your attention, so did she. Arrived at the check-in counter, one large flash suitcase and ‘Vuitton’ copy purse, assured counter staff that was all, got boarding pass. Then dashed back out, thinking unseen to waiting new 4WD, grabs shoulder computer and overnight bag and dashed to the gate! Lady, one cabin bag weight, is what pilots and staff calibrate for flights, not your faux aloof arrogance!

I know you mean well To the man who insists on giving dog treats along the Taylor River, please stop! Or at the very least speak with the owner first.

Re: Confused re the road code Be like the Irish (per my Irish son-in-law) and be of the mindset (in best Irish accent). “ The’re just a guideline!”

An interesting fact I went to purchase a kitchen appliance (a juicer). Looked first at two chain stores in Blenheim, quite expensive. I then went to a local appliance store, same blender retailed at half the price! It does pay to support our locally owned stores.

Common sense MDC voted for Maori Ward. Kaikoura DC voted unanimously against it because it’s terrible law by government. Only Jamie Arbuckle stood up for common sense.

Bad budget I have just tortured myself by watching Budget 2021 (maybe it would be better titled Budget Buy a Vote). I have to say I am bitterly disappointed for those honest hard working New Zealanders who have the misfortune of having an odd disease for which Pharmac was given $200m, sadly not enough voters compared to another group who have been given $1B. While I am not against people who are struggling being assisted, I do have a problem with race being used as a qualification criteria. I don’t think I am alone in my view and would like to know what other New Zealanders feel about the separatist policies being introduced by this government of questionable ability.

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Finally a name for us It has been credibly reported that Blenheim is now to be renamed the ‘Road Cone Capital of NZ’. Much like Taihape with its gumboot, Turangi with its trout and dare I say it Nelson with its sunshine. We welcome your texts on 027 242 5266. Limit to 70 words please. Name supplied please. We reserve the right to publish at our discretion. Please note the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the Sun management.

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Protect our mature trees I wonder why and who deemed it necessary that the two large mature trees on or adjacent to the Springlands Countdown Supermarket had to go. I was saddened to see that they had been cut down. Our mature trees are precious. This appears to have been a senseless act.

Re: DHB changes crazy I couldn’t agree more. The bunch of people currently controlling the Treasury Benches would have to rate amongst the most inept group we have seen for a very long time. Their policies are clearly race based and can only end in trouble. That they are cynically buying votes is a massive understatement. The whole swing to policy based on race is disgusting and disgraceful. So much for one country one people. The more people I talk to the more are stating their disappointment and fear for future generations of New Zealanders. As an aside, I must have been asleep when the name of our country was changed or was this more smoke and mirrors for those who would struggle to lie straight in their coffins. As for a lack of spine, why hasn’t Arden dealt with Mallard? Abridged.

Government help for farmers With the pittance the Government has offered to the Canterbury farmers for repairs after the floods it is going to cost them the election.

Re: confused I agree with confused, it seems only about 30% of drivers seem to understand how to signal correctly at roundabouts, including the highway patrol officer I followed through the PaknSave roundabout the other weekend. He travelled straight through indicating right and did not indicate left when leaving the roundabout. Great example set by our gate keeper of the road. Perhaps double demerit points should apply.

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Cranswick: Archie and Edward Born June 2, 2021 Weight Both 8lb Hospital Wairau

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Caldwell: Ladonna Synott and Daniel Caldwell are delighted to welcome the safe arrival of a daughter on June 2, 2021 at Wairau Hospital at 11pm. 6lb 11oz. A brother for the twins Rajah and Raika. Thanks to our midwife Gwen Costello.

Edwards: Casey Webber and Antony Edwards announce the safe arrival of Lockie James Edwards at Wairau Hospital on June 3, 2021. A brother for Jake, Taylor and Kate. 12lb 14oz. Thanks to the team at Wairau.

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Marvel Health opens new clinic in Nelson

Providing total body health scans that screen for the hidden cause of disease

new screening service designed to diagnose health problems using advanced biomagnetic scanning will open in Trafalgar Street, Nelson this June. Marvel Health brought the concept to New Zealand from Europe about a year ago and opened their first clinic in Christchurch. The Nelson Clinic which will be located at The Brook Room, Trailways Hotel, 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson provides patients with a full body scan designed to detect the underlying causes of diseases such as chronic inflammation, viruses, bacteria, heavy metals and allergens. The scan also examines all systems in the body, including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, skeletal, blood and lymph.

Co-founder Tiamara Williams says the new Nelson practice joins Marvel Health clinics in Christchurch, Rangiora, Dunedin, Whangarei, Spain and Ireland and the bio-magnetic scanning equipment they use is “the most advanced diagnostic technology in the world. People travel from all over Europe to our clinic in Spain.” “A huge amount of people who come to us have had some kind of chronic condition where nothing has worked, and we have a high success rate with them,” she says. The full-body scan is non-invasive and simply involves a patient sitting in a reclining chair wearing a headset and other connectors for up to an hour while readings are taken. The resulting data is analysed, and a personalised report drawn up, which a doctor then

goes through with the patient during an online or phone consultation. This is followed by a Lifestyle consultation for 30 min by phone with the Lifestyle specialist. “We pinpoint exactly what’s wrong or what’s required, and, from there, we recommend the use of science-based,

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Wednesday June 9, 2021

EVENT: Celebrating the Queen’s birthday Ashwood Park Retirement Village hosted a high tea celebration for Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday last Wednesday. Residents dressed up for the occasion and enjoyed a morning in the company of royalty (aka Jenny Reeve as the Queen).

Brigid Shepherd dresses to impress when meeting Queen Elizabeth II.

Gillian Edwards was thrilled to meet Queen Elizabeth II.

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Jean Leslie and Mary Hope are all smiles in the presence of ‘royalty’.

The Queen’s birthday high tea was a fun occasion for Ann Thomas, Pat Olsen, Queen Elizabeth II (aka Jenny Reeve), Phil Smith, Maureen Swami, Ann McPartlin, June Bowen and Levane Palarao

Prof Robin Fraser ready for tea with Queen Elizabeth.

Queen Elizabeth poses for a photo with Terry Pullman and staff Mary Ann Raspado and Gaylene Doller.

Even the staff got to meet royalty; Sonya Ferne, Judy Dillon, Rhonda Blakiston and Levane Palarao.

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Urgent Care Centre: Wairau Hospital Grounds. Entry off Hospital Rd, Blenheim, 8am-8pm daily. Phone (03) 520 6377. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday and Public Holidays 10am - 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. Ph 578 2271. Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline. Women’s Refuge and Sexual Violence Support Centre Marlborough: Crisis line number phone 0800 refuge or 03 5779939. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Alcoholics Anonymous: 0800 AA WORKS - 0800 229 6757. Citizens Advice Bureau: Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Wairau Hospital: Hospital Visiting Hours: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Picton: Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist: Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 8.30-5.30pm, Sat 9-2pm. Medical Centre Pharmacy, Ph 928 4265, Mon-Fri 8am-5.30pm

HURLEY; Nancy Gwendoline (nee Bothwell) On Monday May 31, 2021, peacefully at Bethsaida Resthome. In her 90th year. Dearly loved wife for 63 years of David. Cherished Mum and Mum-in-law of Stephen and Bridget; and Sandra and Ron (deceased). Proud and loving Nana of Cameron, Stacey and Matthew (deceased) and her great grandchildren William and Fletcher. Special thanks to all the staff at Bethsaida Resthome for their excellent care of Nancy. Messages to 27 Adams Lane, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz In accordance with Nancy’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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POPE, Lester Gordon: Passed away on Sunday June 6, 2021 at Springlands Lifestyle Village in his 97th year. Faithful husband of the late Shirley and dearly loved father and fatherin-law of Anne and Tom, Russell and Linda, Larry and Sandra, Alan and Angela. Much loved grandfather of John, Elizabeth and Carolyn, Scarlett, James and Victoria, Benjamin, Jordan and Joel. Loved brother of Reg. The family are grateful for the care Lester received. Messages may be sent to the Pope Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240.

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Community notices James Rodgers Will be singing at Blenheim Choral’s concert It’s A Wonderful World! 4pm 12 June, Nativity Church. Perfect entertainment for a cold winter’s afternoon.

SCOTT, Robert William (Rob): On Monday May 31, 2021, peacefully at home with his family. Aged 79 years. Very much loved husband of Anne. Loving Dad and best friend of Andrew and father-in-law of Brooke. Much loved Pop to Daniel, Maddison and Aidan. Sadly missed by his loving extended family. Messages may be sent to 5/53 Waikawa Road, Picton 7220. A celebration of Rob’s life was held yesterday.

Te Rerenga o Te Ra Kapa Haka Housie Fundraiser 1pm Saturday 19th June, Clubs of Marlborough. 40 Games and 2 Supers, Raffles.

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VINE WRAPPERS WANTED Wrappers wanted for the 2021 vine pruning season. Work direct for a Wine Company offering competitive rates. Equipment and training will be provided although applicants must have their own transportation. Contact Sam on 021897681 or sam@mountriley.co.nz

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Wednesday 9 June Marlborough Art & Wine Fair:

1 June – 20 June 2021. Come and view the latest work by Brian Baxter, Joanna Dudson-Scott & Gerard Verkaaik at The Wine Station. For the duration of their exhibition, Hospice Marlborough will benefit from 50% of the gallery fee. 10am-7pm from Tuesday to Sunday. Free entry at The Wine Station MAWF. Runs until October 3, with a different group of local artists exhibiting every 3 weeks. Thursday 10 June 2021

Keep U Moving Gentle Walking exercise for seniors:

Every Thursday 11:30am-12.30pm at St Christopher’s Church Hall (Except 4th Thursday in each month). Stay for a cuppa & chat afterwards. 92 Weld Street Blenheim. Contact Diana Brooks. Eldercare Coordinator on 0212694198 for more information.

Stepping Up Smart Phones:

Marlborough District Library, 9:00am - 11:00am. This course is all about smartphones for the new user. This class covers, gestures, apps, text messages, camera, mobile data usage, how to make calls and more. You will need to bring your cell phone with you to class. Bookings are essential. Contact Marlborough District Library to book on 03 520 7491.

Renwick Winter Film Festival:

This week - “Royal Tour 53” - “Tuia 250 Artefacts” - “Triple Trouble” - “The Final Flight” - plus some entertaining shorts. 7pm Church Hall, 54 High Street.

Thursday 10 June Social Badminton:

Thursday mornings 9am-noon. Simcox Stadium, Battys Road. $5.00. All adults welcome. For more details phone Sara 579 9474.

Knit and Natter:

Marlborough District Library Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 10.30am till noon. Are you looking to meet new people? Are you interested in knitting? Join a group of social knitters. Bring along your knitting project, or get inspiration from the other knitters. Enjoy the company of other knitters and admire their beautiful work. Tea and coffee will be available as well. Adults Only.

Ulysses Retreads Group:

Meet Brayshaw Park Thursdays 11am. Ride to various destinations for lunch. Come by bike, tin top or magic carpet. Bring your laughing gear, a thermal to wear and a story to share.

Choir:

Thursdays 7-9pm. St Ninians Hall, 1 Riley Crescent, Redwoodtown (opp. church). Come and join Creative Kids Trust community choir Creative Voice. All musical abilities and new members welcome.

Book Club:

Picton Library and Service Centre 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Calling all book worms! Join us in meeting new people and chatting about books. We meet on the first Thursday of each month. To register and receive the details of where and when the meeting will take place please email pictonlibrary@marlborough. govt.nz.

Friday 11 June “Tea @ Ten”:

10am-11am Marina Cove Lounge. Tea, coffee & great conversation.

Saturday 12 June 71st National Open and Masters Indoor Bowls Championships:

Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000. When: Sat 12 Jun through till Saturday June 19. 8:30am - 5:00pm. The 71st Summerset National Indoor Bowls Championships hosted by the Marlborough Indoor Bowls Association. The championships feature singles, (12th and 13th), pairs (14th and 15th), triples (16th and 17th) and fours (18th and 20th), with qualification on the first day and post-section finals on the second day of the competition. Come and see the top indoor bowlers from around New Zealand competing in Blenheim for the first time since 2006.

Banking with Confidence Workshop:

Linkwater Hall Saturday 12th June 2 - 3pm. Bring your device and we will go online and use the Westpac demo banking site to demonstrate how to carry out several different transactions over the internet. As all banks have similar operations this session will be useful to customers of any NZ bank. This workshop is free.

Sunday 13 June Beach Clean Up:

Meet at Rarangi Community Hall 10am. Please bring your own gardening gloves. Cloudy Bay Clams will be providing a free lunch for all participants afterwards so please RSVP to Nicola Haisman at nhaisman@doc.govt.nz for catering purposes. Thank you and hope to see you all there!

Rides Calendar

Thurs 10th June 11am. Retreads Group. Sun 13th June 11am. Nelson for lunch. Sun 4th July 1pm. Social Ride, Queen Charlotte Tavern. Linkwater. Thursday rides depart Brayshaw Park. Sunday rides depart Railway Station Carpark. All rides are weather dependent.

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Digital Services Coordinator Marlborough District Libraries develop and deliver a wide range of services to our community. We are in an exciting phase as we develop new services and programmes that are relevant for our communities now and into the future. Our libraries play an important role in helping individuals and our community to connect with resources that assist people to develop the confidence and skills needed to fully participate in society. Marlborough District Libraries is now seeking a full time (Fixed term) Digital Services Coordinator to join our District Libraries team, situated in the heart of the wine-growing Marlborough region on New Zealand’s South Island. This full-time, fixed term position is until 30 June 2022. The purpose of this role is to develop, lead and support the future direction of Marlborough District Libraries’ digital services. To champion digital learning across the district wide team and strategically integrate digital services as part of the Libraries learning experience. To facilitate opportunities for learning, skill-building and social interaction through digital programmes and events, bridging the digital divide and increasing digital literacy within the district. The successful candidate will require the following attributes: • Have proficiency in the development of digital learning programmes, opportunities, experiences and resources. • Demonstrate competence in the use of technology and digital resources. • Have knowledge of libraries as a community hub. • Have a strong technology and writing skills. • Have excellent communication skills, and an ability to successfully communicate with a wide range of people in a culturally, sensitive and professional manner. Applications close 5.00 pm on 16 June 2021. Applications should be made online via the careers section of Marlborough District Council’s website where you will find full information on the vacancy and how to apply. For further information you are welcome to contact Glenn Webster (District Libraries Manger) on glenn.webster@marlborough.govt.nz.

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VITICULTURE ENGINEER We are looking for a Viticulture Engineer to help us keep our people rolling, mowing and harvesting! Reporting to our Workshop Manager this role is both field and workshop based, giving the successful applicant the opportunity to explore our many picturesque vineyards around Marlborough. To be considered for this role you will have: Experience with Vineyard Machinery and an understanding of Vineyard Operations Excellent communication skills Fabrication and TIG/MIG welding experience The ability to work harvest hours from Feb - May The successful applicant will be rewarded with competitive remuneration, company vehicle and phone, medical insurance as well as a monthly wine allowance and the chance to work with one of the best crews in the business. For more information or to apply, please contact Geoff Bradshaw on 029 123 6834

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Golf Results Marlborough Veterans Golf Association Results of Tournament played at Blenheim Golf Club on Monday, June 1, 2021. Individual: Steve Shallcrass (Wairau Valley) 36 points, 2. Dez Campbell (Blenheim), Ross Agnew (Blenheim) 33 points, 4. Damien Pollard (Picton) 32 points, 5. Jock Glennie (Marlborough), John McLauchlan Wairau) 31 points, 7. Ray Herd (Blenheim), Buck

Miller (Wairau), Lyndsay Burrow (Awatere) Blue Arthur (Blenheim) 30 points. Team: 1st Blenheim #2: Desz Campbell, John McLauchlan, Ray Herd, Ross Agnew 97 points. 2nd Wairau Valley #1: 94 points. 3rd Picton #1: 88 points. Next Tournament: Monday, June 14 2021 at Rarangi Golf Club.

Picton Golf Results Tuesday, June 1: Masden Memorial trophy. Overall Winner – Mary Butler 100-2575. Maria McConway 79, Helen McIsaac 83, Ricky Ashworth,83, Jenny Hart 84. Thursday, June 3: Nick Wright 38, Andrew Sunley 38, Ron Jones 37, Gary

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Medals for taekwondo Teams from three Marlborough taekwondo clubs travelled to Christchurch at the weekend to contest the TUNZ South Island Invitational Championship. The athletes represented their clubs and the region well, coming away with an impressive number of medals. Results: Blenheim Olympic Taekwondo Club: Jazmine Moon, Singles Poomsae - gold. Tyson Moon, Teams Poomsae - bronze, Pairs Poomsae bronze, Singles Poomsae - gold, Sparring - gold. Kane Sullivan, Singles Poomsae

- silver, Team Poomsae bronze. Rawiri Turu, Sparring - silver. Jackson Sullivan-Hill, Pairs Poomsae - gold, Singles Poomsae - silver, Sparring - gold. Bah-Khoi Nguyen, Singles Poomsae - bronze, Sparring - gold. Mason Sullivan, Sparring - gold. Joy Xu, Sparring - silver. Zoey She, Singles Poomsae - silver, Sparring - gold. Daniel Le-wilks, Sparring - silver. Andrew Le-wilks, Sparring gold. Oplick Batoon, Singles Poomsae - silver, Sparring - silver. Titus Lee, Sparring - silver. Miya Papps, Teams Poomsae - bronze, Pairs

Poomsae - bronze. Elijah Gille, Sparring - silver. Zihan Hong.Pairs Poomsae -gold, SinglesPoomsae- silver, sparring-silver. Seddon Taekwondo Club: Drake Henderson won gold in three sparring divisions, plus a gold medal in the jumping front-kick competition. Renw ick Taekwondo Club: Daemyn Ireland, Sparring gold and silver. Erin Josephs, Sparring - gold. William Josephs, Sparring - gold and silver. Miranda Rae, Sparring - gold. Chole Fitzpatrick, Sparring - silver.

Aldridge 35, Len Barlow 34, Jeff Pascoe, Ian Molloy, Mike McGuire, 33. Friday, June 4: 9 Hole Stableford- Vicki Eastgate 19, Maurice Carter 15,Ellie Gillies, Helen McIsaac, 13, Vaughn Atkinson 12.

Awatere Golf Club Wednesday, May 28: Ladies 18 hole Tournament: 0-19 Gross – Sue Murray 87, Nett – Janet Laing 75, StablefordJane Anderson-Bay 34. 20-29 Gross Sue Lang 96, Nett Elaine Brown 77 on countback, Stableford – Anne Walker 33. 30 + Gross- Maureen McKendry 110, Nett Jane Hall 83, Stableford – Maree McLauchlan 29. Saturday, May 5, with a field of 35. Stableford, Ladies Goblet winner – Margaret Hastings 36. Winner of the

Kekerengu Pot – Nat Sinclair 43, 2nd Shane Waters 40 on countback from Tony Jordan 40, 4th Brian Fastier 39, 5th Dave Watson 37, 6th Keith Doonan, 7th Lyuta Kumasaka 36, 8th Grant Sinclair with 35, 9th Colin Baker 35, 10th Steve Marfell 35. Nearest Pin 9/18 – Lyuta Kumasaka, 2/11 Tony Jordan. Twos – Tony Jordan, Lyuta Kumasaka, Maria McConway, Grant Sinclair, Gary Wright.

Marlborough Golf Club Results Tuesday, June 1, women’s 9 hole net medal: Christine Burns 37, Suzanne Clifford 40, Leigh Andrews 40. Wednesday, June 2, women’s net medal Div.1: Jo Grigg 80. Div.2: Morag Dobbs 83, Marion Tripe 84, Lynn Dowler 86. Div.3: Elaine Porter 77, Debra Nicholls 78, Vivienne Bond 81, Kath Elley 83. 3 June, men’s stableford Div.1:Paul Eden 37, Paul Roughan 36, Mike Godsall 35, Trevor McGarry 35, Rick May 35, Tom Kelsall 34. Div.2: Robin Taylor 35, John O’Brien 34, John Aitchison 31, John Rodgers 31, Graeme Parker 31. Saturday, June 5, Women’s Monthly Mug Gross:Julie Nicole 90. Net: Heather

Stenhouse 76. Net Medal Div.1: Lucy Jefferis 79, Hilary Scandrett 79. Div.2: Frances Handforth 80, Vivienne Boyle 81. Div.3: Lyndy Larkin 79, Annette Mason 81. Men’s Monthly Mug Gross: Richard Barnes 75. Net:Robin Taylor 66. Net Medal Senior:Matthew Croad 71, Pete Marfell 72, Lance Nuttall 73, Bruce Snowden 74, Wesley Green 75. Intermediate:Philip Hardie Boys 71, Mark Mason 72, Paul Eden 73, Tim Abrahams 74, Terry Sissons 75, Ian Newport 76, Hans Blohm 76. Junior:Michael Dwyer 68, Graeme Parker 71, George Mitchinson 72, John Aitchison 74, Nevil Paterson 75, Greg King 75. Miranda Rae of the Renwick Taekwondo Club took gold for her Sparring. Photos by Jaimee Josephs

Rarangi Golf Club Wednesday, June 2: Men’s 4BBB Par. Malcolm Dixon/Ezra Kahaki +6, John Cootes/Allan Ryder +6, Jack, Gleeson/ Terry Lane +5, Phil Starkey/Tony Nichol +5, Mike Walker/Chris, Harvey +5, David Holdaway/Jerome January +5.

Thursday, June 3: Ladies – LGU & Foote Trophy – Medal. Best Overall – Tracy Bary 73, 0-18.4 Janet Laing 74, 18.5- 25.7 Helen Neame 74, Wendy Moffat 80 on c/b Sue Godsiff, 25.8-40.4 Carla Heppelthwaite 74, Joy Ashby 75.

Bowls Results Whitehead Park Bowling Wednesday, June, 2: Mixed Triples – 1xt Kevin Wills, Ray McKay, James Gilmore. 2nd John Harlow, Geoff Sandford, Judy Hopgood. 3rd Colleen Robbins, Gary Dundon, Bruce Chapman-Cohen, Russell Robb.

Saturday, June 4: 4th Round of the Winter Fives- 1st – Kingsley Schroeder, Adrienne Waters, Kerry McNulty, Merv McNulty, Sue McDonald. 2nd – Roberta Marshall, Sandy Marshall, Barry Bridges, Dot Capill, John Bate.

William Josephs of the Renwick Taekwondo Club won a gold and silver medal in the Sparring.

Jackson Sullivan-Hill of the Blenheim Olympic Taekwondo Club competed in the singles and pairs Poomsae.

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Osaka takes admirable stand for mental health Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open due to depression has been a long time coming in hindsight. When Osaka confirmed she would not fulfill her media commitments at Roland Garros, many felt the move by the multiple-time Grand Slam champion was a moment of diva attitude. It is anything but that. Osaka has battled to handle the media scrutiny of her success. She’s thrived on the court despite

battling her mental health issues off it. Here is an extremely talented player who has never enjoyed the media spotlight and is considered by many respected journalists as introverted and quiet. She has cried at press conferences, teared-up at trophy ceremonies and ended media commitments because it all became too much. Just because you are a talented sportsperson it does not mean you have the tools to handle the intense

scrutiny that comes with it. Osaka has dropped many hints about this issue and those in charge of the French Open have missed a lot of red flags. Yes, the media has a job to do and while they are an easy target for fans with a keyboard and a social media account, they continue to have a right to ask players questions post-match. Tennis officials must be more aware of the mental health of their players.

Tennis is better for having Osaka on the court. She gives the women’s game credibility and the hope for a brighter future. It’s also been nice to see current players come out in support of Osaka. Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams were two notable names to express their feelings on the matter. Djokovic even gave a nod towards the media for the role they play. Williams, while known for her

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Talented lawn bowler Jenny Anderson may now call Karaka Point in Waikawa Bay home but she still has unfinished business on the Canterbury greens. The Woodend and Canterbury representative moved north from Balcairn earlier this year with partner, former All Black and Canterbury coach Alex “Grizz” Wyllie but Jenny still makes regular trips back to her club as she prepares to skip her fours team at the national championships in Pukekohe next month. Jenny started playing the sport five years ago after she tore ligaments in her foot which forced her to give up tennis. “Alex was at Woodend and I needed to do a sport,” she says. “I used to think bowls was so bloody boring watching it but it’s not, it’s the most amazing game and challenging sport. “I started to practise and train then realised I could really do this.” Jenny, who was named Canterbury’s most improved bowler, made her senior provincial debut earlier this year after being a quarter-finalist at the national singles championships in 2020. “I’m not really one for trophies,” she says. “You play something because you

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enjoy it and I wanted something Alex and I could do together but at the same time I’m competitive with any sport and once you start, you want to win. “For me, I love the team aspect of it and it is the others who help you get the results at times. “I’ve had a lot of encouragement and I was taken to a tournament on the West Coast during my first year and that’s where it became serious. “Woodend had a strong junior group of players at that time which also helped. She says playing alongside long-time Black Jack Mandy Boyd gave her plenty of confidence. Players like Mandy have extra special shots that just come with time Jenny and Alex were also part of the first Bowls Three Five concept on Sky Television in 2018, where Jenny’s play turned heads. “That was daunting because we weren’t up to the standard of the other teams and there was a lot of focus on Alex because of who he is and it was a real learning curve and a great opportunity.” Jenny says the couple will continue to play bowls but she was unsure when or if they will play for a club in Marlborough. “I’m sure the word will get out but as long as we continue to enjoy the game, that’s the main thing.” TALENT: Canterbury lawn bowler Jenny Anderson now calls Waikawa Bay home and is keen to push on after a rapid rise in the sport.

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temper tantrums and diva qualities, has long supported Osaka since Williams was beaten by her in a US Open final and was booed for it by the New York crowd. Williams consoled Osaka that night as the young star hung her head and moved her bat down to her eyes so no one could see her cry. There has never been more pressure on athletes than there is today and the 23-year-old Japanese star has taken a much-needed stand and should be applauded.

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