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By Glenise Dreaver

Willie Walker of Blenheim, along with two other Kiwis, served in one of the defining battles of the Vietnam War, Long Tan, it occurred on August 18 1965. An Australian film of that famous confrontation, ‘Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan’ was released in 2019. “That film’s the real deal”, says Willie. Willie Walker served 30 and a half years in the New Zealand Army, his

final rank being Warrant Officer Class One. He’s loyal to his country and flies the New Zealand flag each day from his Blenheim home. His army time included active service in Vietnam, with medals, a mention in dispatches, and both a US presidential citation and an Australian Unit gallantry citation. New Zealanders who remember the Vietnam War may recall the Battle of Long Tan in August 1966. Continued on page 2.

Willie Walker of Blenheim: Over 30 years in the New Zealand Army, with medals which mark his service in Vietnam - and his experience of a triumph against overwhelming odds in the battle of Long Tan.

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Long Tan: when everything turned to custard Continued from page 1. They may not necessarily remember the role played by New Zealand troops – 161 Battery, the forward observers, there to call in supporting fire. “We had the responsibility for ensuring shells were falling in the right place,” says Willie. The three Kiwis of 161, the forward observer party, were Willie, Morrie Stanley and Murray Broomhall. They were attached to Australians from Delta Company of the Royal Australian Regiment, with US troops in the Task Force area, the main base. They later heard their unexpected confrontation included 2500 Vietnamese troops “with 108 of us altogether,” says Willie. The Kiwis had arrived in Vietnam in July 1965 after some training in New Zealand in radio voice procedure. Jungle training? “No, you learnt that on the job!” They went out on regular daily patrols with little trouble, until August 18, 1966. “Then everything turned to custard,” Willie says. They’d been a bit disappointed to draw that duty – there was a Little Patti

and Col Joye concert back at camp that afternoon. Instead, they found themselves pinned down in a rubber plantation, later in the day realising they had been slowly encircled, were running out of ammunition - and then the monsoon struck, with thunder and lightning and creating a quagmire. The realities hit first with the sound of mortars, says Willie. Then machine guns as the enemy drew closer. Then came the tracer – and the thing about that was that you could see the tracer just above head height. “When the bugles sounded, we knew that signalled a human wave attack. “We couldn’t quite figure out how many of them there were. But we could see them. ‘Our artillery fire was the only thing keeping them out.” With ammunition supplies low, the situation was desperate. They later found out that the two Australian helicopter pilots who needed to bring their ammunition in didn’t wait for orders from High Command as they were supposed to. “We’d been told they weren’t coming.

“We thought we were toast.” Willie says the pilots waited for permission for 15 minutes, then thought ‘Bugger this! Let’s go!’ Willie believes they were later honoured with medals. There did however, have to be a nerve-wracking ceasefire while they came in. The boxes of ammunition were dropped wrapped in blankets, in cases that needed opening and with magazines that then had to be loaded. “And there was mud everywhere.” A couple of hours later, when it was getting dark, in came the cavalry. Or the modern equivalent, the relief force in armoured personnel carriers. No Kiwis died that day, but seventeen Australians did and one of their 35 wounded did die later. The Vietnamese body count the next day was 245. “Who we had to bury,” says Willie. His medals include the Meritorious Service Medal. And an oak leaf on his Vietnamese Medal signals his mention in dispatches. That singles out his leadership qualities and “…. devotion to duty, calmness under fire and disregard for

his personal safety (which was) a fine example to all”. After Long Tan, the rest of Willie’s tour of duty was something of an anti-climax he says. He had developed scrub typhus, which needed treatment and he was sent back to Battery Line. By December 1966 he was safely home, and in June 1969 he married wife Denise, who served in the Royal New Zealand Nursing Corps. They have three sons, now grown up. Kelly works in the trucking industry in Wellington, Darryl is in the Police in Blenheim and the youngest, Warren, is a garage owner and mechanic in Dunedin. Willie spent the rest of his army career in a number of roles including in head office and in a training capacity, followed by some 14 years in the Medals Office after he formally retired from the army. He says there was no psychological support offered combatants in those days, but that he’s never been troubled by anything other than the occasional flashback. “I’ve always been in a pretty good space.”

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A small gathering was held last Friday to celebrate a special milestone for Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough - its 10th birthday.

Ten years supporting youth celebrated By Celeste Alexander

It has been 10 years since the Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough bounded onto the scene, and to celebrate a decade of growth within the region a small gathering was held last Friday. Regional manager Kelvin Watt reflected back on the Foundation’s roots and highlighted a few of their proud moments. “From the early days we worked out of a closet,” he joked. “We had 14 young people in the Project K programme and the foundation is now delighted to be supporting over 3000 young people in 2021. “It’s an astronomic amount of growth but we have always done our best to help all those schools who have approached us over the years.

“We hate to say no to a community need,” he says. The Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough runs four transformational programmes in the region. Kiwi Can is an energy-packed, primary school programme and Stars is a peer mentoring programme in secondary schools. The Career Navigator is the foundation’s unique mentoring programme which helps college students to find appropriate career pathways, and the Career Navigator Community programme, launched last year, works with young people aged 16-25 not currently in work or training to equip them with the skills to help them on their way to training or employment. “The commonality is around a vision of thriving young people,

and a strong community,” Kelvin says. “Our programmes develop the skillsets, attributes and values that our young people need to be successful in the workplaces and communities of the future – and connect them with role models or mentors who can help them along their journey.” Friday’s celebration involved a small group representing some of the early staff and trustees, platinum sponsors, and representatives from the Foundation’s four current programmes. “While we’d love to throw a huge party and invite all our supporters, the best way we can honour everyone’s work and generosity is to respect their contribution and keep the funds for working with our tamariki and rangatahi,” Kelvin says.

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Miriam remembers Picton’s bygone days By Glenise Dreaver

Fifty seven years ago, Miriam Sullivan didn’t want to uproot her family of four children and come to Picton. Originally a West Coaster, Miriam had grown to love Christchurch and her garden, but when husband Paul found an opportunity to purchase a shoe shop on London Quay, there was no choice. Paul had been working in production planning for footwear manufacturer Suckling’s in Christchurch. “Monarch Shoes.” It turned out to be a great move. Miriam says the shop grew enor-

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to a bigger site in High Street. “There was good trade from Blenheim, especially on Saturdays. Picton shops had a special exemption to open on Saturdays because we were a tourist town.” There was also great trade on the rare occasions that cruise ships came to town – only one or two a year in those days, bringing mostly Australians who loved it here, says Miriam. Now aged 94 and living as a resident at SeaView, Miriam says the move to Picton quickly proved to be a good one. “Everybody was a friend. It was open house at our place.” Wo u ld s h e go b a ck t o

Christchurch? “Never!” she says firmly. “This is home.” It’s despite the sadness she has known here – Paul, well known for his love of sport, had a stroke in his forties. He did recover from that, but passed away from cancer thirty nine years ago, Miriam kept the shop going for eight years, and retired 31 years ago. “I was tired!” she says. Nowadays, speciality shops like the one she and Paul established are no longer a feature of the Picton retail scene. But they are remembered and their loss is regretted.

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Sergeant Major (Ron Abelson) and Ariel Rofe provided great support for Lofty (known locally as Graham Moseley) as he played a gallop on his rifle at the Marlborough Brass Band's Anzac concert, at The ASB Theatre on April 10.

Anzac concert fulfils promise By Glenise Dreaver

The Marlborough District Brass Band presented its 2021 Anzac Day concert to a packed auditorium at the ASB Theatre on Saturday evening April 10. Under the baton of musical director Kevin Moseley, and against a datashow display of carefully selected images, the entertainment began with the stirring ‘633 Squadron’, named for the Mosquito fighter bomber group that saw service during World War II. A special touch was the way that each piece was related to a member, or members of the band, who stood while the story of their relative was read and tribute paid to their service and sacrifice. There were also some popular –and comic - excerpts,

with Graham Moseley drawing instant recognition – and applause – as he entered as Lofty, from ‘It Ain’t Half Hot Mum’. He sang the romantic ‘Whispering Grass’, with Battery Sergeant Major (Ron Abelson) providing a lookalike Windsor Davies and adding good comic relief. Graham, who plays first cornet for the band, also drew loud applause as he played a gallop on the rifle, with the shoulder of junior member Ariel Rofe acting as a music stand. Kevin also showed his versatility by putting down the baton to play ‘Autumn Leaves’ on the flugelhorn. The second half was dominated by a significant and very moving New Zealand composition ‘Behold the Narrows from the Hill,’ by

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The life of a World War II Wren The national theme for the 2021 Anzac Day and Poppy Appeal is Women in Service and to mark the occasion, the Sun is featuring local woman Pamela Jungersen who served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service as a Wren. Reporter Frances Chin interviewed Pamela during last year’s Lockdown and the Sun published it online for Anzac Day 2020. Her story is being shared once again. Pamela Jungersen was born in Wellington, 1923 and moved to the United Kingdom when she was two. When she was 16, Pam and her mother went on holiday to Egypt and when World War II began, in 1939— they were stuck there. As a civilian Pamela began working for the Navy in Egypt. Later she went to South Africa, and worked as a Cypher Clerk. Three years later, she moved back to the United Kingdom where she joined the Women’s Royal Naval Service, as a Wren. Life became different for her. “I wore a navy uniform while in the United Kingdom. The food was so awful in quarters. Breakfast was oleomargarine. We used to put mustard in it to make it more edible,” she says. After completing her training, Pam worked for six months in the UK and then was posted to Beirut. At this time sailing was a dangerous way to travel. “At sea it was scary. They would be aiming for our ship to sink it. We’d sit inside. We were not allowed to smoke on deck. You couldn’t light a match— they could see for miles. We’d sit inside and sing songs while we were zigzagging around trying to dodge the bombs and torpedoes,” she says. Once in the Middle East, Pam continued working as a coder; decrypting messages, or sending coded messages. “I did coding there right until the end of the war. It was fun actually; we used to do watches like sailors did. Four hours on, four hours off. When the Wrens weren’t on shift, they were free to leave the wrenery (hostel). The Wrens would borrow each other’s “civvies,” and go to restaurants and parties. “We did a lot of clothes swapping— which is what young people do at university now.” “I was very lucky with food. Everything was rationed, and we were always hungry— but if I had relations or friends nearby I could eat with them. There were some very good restaurants in the Middle East. The usual food during wartime was not very exciting.” “I remember some of the parties. When I got to Alexandria, if we had some time off— we’d go to the yacht club and have a fabulous time. I had my favourite meal there: fresh, really ripe, cold figs, and beautiful crisp rolls with lashings of butter, and ice water. We’d go swimming or sailing.” Despite all the fun and merriment; the world was at war.

“You’d meet somebody and get to like them, and then they’d vanish. They’d get drafted or you’d hear that they were killed. You got philosophical about things like that. You’d have to say goodbye to people a lot.” Pam says her biggest fear was being bombed. “East London was obliterated by fire bombs. Thank god they didn’t use chemical weapons in those days. “There was a dance hall just around the corner from where my mother lived. I was staying with my mum, when a stray plane came along and bombed the dance hall. There were hundreds of people inside. “I had to go catch my train— but my mother and my cousin spent the rest of the night patching people together. My mother was a VAD (Voluntary Aid Detachment) and my cousin was a theatre sister. I didn’t see either of them again until 1946,” she says. At the time of the war, Pam’s future husband, Jørgen, was in the Danish resistance. Jørgen was arrested for distributing anti German leaflets. He was still in school at the time. “[The Germans] went to his home first. Afterwards, his mum tried to ring the school but she couldn’t get though. That time he was lucky; they put him in Danish jail with Danish people,” she says. However, the German SS would interrogate him at night. After 18 months he was released. “He didn’t dare go home again and would sleep at other people’s houses until the end of the war.” After being arrested, Jørgen tried to escape to Sweden, which was neutral. Unfortunately, he was caught by a German patrol, on a ship leaving for Sweden. “They rang his mother to tell her they’d got him again. I have one or two of his letters he wrote to her in jail— they’re quite sweet. It was tough times. He was very young.” Pam says, despite everything, the fact that the world was able to come together back then is inspiring. Pamela says she was “lucky,” as she was never hurt or injured during the war. “I had all the fun in between being scared. Things could be great or they could be awful.”

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Pamela Jungersen was a member of the Women's Royal Naval Service during World War II. Pamela is pictured with her medals, for being in active service during wartime.

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Simple tips to improve your home’s health Extremely damp and mouldy conditions are a symptom of living in older wooden houses in a temperate climate with inadequate heating, ventilation and insulation. However, it isn’t just extreme cases that need to be fixed — most of us would be more comfortable if we reduced the dampness in our homes. A damp home is an unhealthy home, there’s no argument there. But it isn’t just that — damp air takes more energy to heat than dry air, so it literally pays to remove moisture from your home. Musty smells, mouldy walls and ceilings, weeping windows and damp clothes in wardrobes are all signs you need to reduce moisture and increase ventilation or heating. Start by reducing dampness sources. Moisture gets into your home in many ways. One of the biggest sources is moisture evaporating up from the ground through your floors (as much as 40L per day per 100m2). Check for dampness under your house and fix any drainage, guttering, downpipe or plumbing problems — then consider installing a sealed moisture control sheet. Drying clothes inside can add 5L of moisture per load. Make use of good

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Students speak up for racial harmony Marlborough Girls’ High School student Tamara Livingstone’s views on race relations in Aotearoa New Zealand have won her the title of regional champion in the 2021 Race Unity Speech Awards in the Upper South Island. The year 11 student also won a place in the national semi-finals. She addressed the topic “Kia kotahi te hoe – Paddle as one”. Tamara will now travel to Auckland to participate in the semi-finals on May 7, along with over 20 other students from around the country. If she succeeds at that level

she will also participate in the national final on Sunday May 9. While in Auckland, Tamara will also attend the annual Race Unity Hui, an event which provides a collaborative space where youth and young adults aged 15-30 can deepen their understanding of race relations issues and share their views on how progress can be achieved. The primary sponsors for the hui are Multicultural NZ, the NZ National Commission for UNESCO and the Manukau Institute of Technology. Shalom Del’Monte-Aberhart, of the Marlborough Baha’i

Speech contest winner Tamara Livingstone, whose views on race relations in Aotearoa New Zealand have won her the title of regional champion in the 2021 Race Unity Speech Awards in the Top of t he South.

Community, one of the organisers of the speech contest, says that, and the Hui both provide a platform where youth and young adults can freely express themselves. “Everybody has a role to play in eradicating racial prejudice and injustice, but the role of youth is particularly important as they prepare to inherit this rapidly changing world. “All of us must all grapple with this issue, but we see youth as having the insight, energy and passion to be able to truly champion it. Their views and opinions really matter.”

Covid brings mixed results for local businesses A survey of local businesses on the long-term impact of Covid-19 has provided an insight into how the global pandemic has affected Marlborough. The research, commissioned by The Economic Action Marlborough (TEAM) Group and council, was conducted by independent research company SIL during February and March and paints a picture of the ongoing impacts of Covid-19 on Marlborough’s

business community. As well as commenting on the effect of Covid-19 on their business, the 400 businesses who participated were asked to comment on business confidence and future expectations. Council’s strategic planning and economic development manager, Neil Henry, says the survey results show that while 58 % of businesses reported Covid-19 had a negative impact, principally on revenue and

sales, 24% reported no impact and 18% reported a positive impact. “The information also showed that 15% of businesses have had to reduce staff numbers, totalling over 140 jobs losses across those surveyed in Marlborough, and 39% also reported experiencing difficulty in recruiting staff since the lockdown. “On a positive note, business confidence over the next six months is encouraging with 30%

of businesses surveyed stating they believed business performance will improve and 42% “stating they believed performance will remain the same. Just over half of all businesses (55%) said they had already been operating as usual. However, 81% stated there would be a negative impact or a threat to business survival if there was another lockdown,” Neil said. TEAM Group Chair, Councillor Mark Peters, said this valuable

information will help ensure the necessary and appropriate actions are carried out as part of the ongoing economic recovery in the region. “TEAM will consider this information and other market data to identify the impact of Covid-19 on the Marlborough economy and what, if anything further is required to support the local economy after TEAM Group’s second phase report is published in June.”

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In the afternoon we relax, spend time with our loved ones and reflect. Learn more about the dawn service here. We honour the Anzac values of courage, compassion, camaraderie, and commitment and a time we depended on each other as brothers. So this year wear yours, or your family member’s medals with pride and join one of the many Anzac Day services around Marlborough.

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Tell the Police Now By Russ Smith community constable

Policing is reasonably challenging and there are lots of complications that sometimes make the work difficult. Police staff rely on good information to make their efforts effective and as members of Police, we all recognise that we are more efficient in dealing with crime and incidents when members of the public report incidents to us promptly. In the last week Police in Blenheim have discovered that there were two separate incidents involving assault in the Blenheim town centre area, where members of the public went to assist the victim or intervene to stop the violence, yet no-one called the Police. In both cases, Police have had to follow up these assaults after the fact, meaning a lot more work is involved in locating those involved and any witnesses. In another incident that occurred a few weeks ago, a member of the public used their phone to record video of a deliberate assault on a youth. The video was later shared with others, one of whom had the commonsense to bring it to the attention of Police. Again, because this assault was not reported at the time, the Police found themselves investigating the matter historically, creating a lot more work. If you see or hear something that you believe is criminal or suspicious, call the Police on 111 at the time, don’t doubt yourself and leave it until later. The Police would rather be called to attend and find that they are not required, than find out about a crime or serious incident well after the fact. It is so much easier for Police to resolve the facts of an incident if they are called at the time and are able to speak to all the people involved.

The feast is on! Chefs to put best of region on a plate By Celeste Alexander

Get out your best stretchy pants and prepare to push out the waistband because one of Blenheim’s biggest feasts is returning, and it’s an event you’ll want a big appetite for. Bayleys Friday Night Feast will be held on May 7 and promises to fill the town centre with mouthwatering food, wine and other beverage delights. More than 20 street vendors will be cooking up a storm and using as much Marlborough produce as they can in their dishes. Already there are some clever collaborations underway between chefs and their local food suppliers to put the very best of Marlborough on a plate. There will be everything from delectable seafood, premium game meats, honey and cheese through to sweet treats such as ice cream, crepes and waffles. Local chefs Sander de Wildt of The Karaka Kitchen and Fran Nolan of Boom-Sauce-Spice-BBQ have joined forces to create a menu using Cloudy Bay Clams, paired with Catalina Sounds Wines. These are just the tip of the tastebud of what will be on offer. And it won’t be just the food that wows the crowd. There will be visiting celebrity chefs, the identities of whom will soon be revealed, who are looking forward to seeing

Local chefs Sander de Wildt of Karaka Cuisine, Fran Nolan of Boom Sauce Spice and BBQ and Dion Brown of Feast Marlborough share some friendly rivalry ahead of the Bayleys Friday Night Feast event on May 7. More FM's Georgia Watt referees as the three chefs challenge each other to the 'Marlborough on a Plate' competition.

what these street vendors have cooked up. Each have been challenged to produce a dish that best uses Marlborough produce in the tastiest and most creative way. This ‘Marlborough on a Plate’ competition will be judged by a celebrity chef. Over 5000 people attended last year’s event and similar numbers are expected again this year,” says Fiona Fenwick of Feast Marlborough. “Especially as it

falls the night before the iconic Saint Clair Half Marathon. “It’s so great to be back once again and to see the treats instore for Marlborough foodies! “And how exciting that this year we also share the date with International Sauvignon Blanc Day, a perfect platform for us to collaborate with Wine Marlborough and show how well our world-class Sauvignon Blanc matches with the great food of the region. “We are so grateful to Bayleys

and the Marlborough District Council for making this free event possible,” Fiona says. The Friday Night Feast is a family friendly event with music and entertainment throughout the evening, and also has a dedicated ‘future foodie’ area. This area, supported by the team at More FM, will be for the kids to play games and enjoy dishes sure to appeal to a younger audience. The event will be held from 3.30pm – 8.30pm.

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 Name your favourite and least favourite foods? My favourite food is celery and least favourite is coriander.  What thing do you really wish you could buy right now? Flight ticket to go and visit my family in Croatia.  If you could meet anyone in history, who would it be? I would like to meet Sigmund Freud or Albert Einstein.  What do you do to prioritise your health and well-being? Trying to eat healthy and drink lots of water and also finding time to relax and have a couple of hours for myself during the busy week.  What’s one thing on your bucket list? To visit the Philippines.

House plants during winter: By Wally Richards So with winter coming on you do not want to lose your indoor plants you have; so a timely reminder about house plant survival in winter. The factors that affect indoor plants are, light, temperature and moisture levels. These three factors are interlinked and if they are not all correct in relationship to each other, their plants will suffer and possibly die. Lets consider each of these starting with light; Indoors light is what I call sidewise light, it is not overhead light but its natural light that comes sidewise though windows or glass doors. All plants need a certain amount of light and they will always grow towards the light source. The best light in a home is within a metre of an unshaded window facing in a northerly direction. Once we move the same plant a couple of metres from the window, but still in line with the window, the light level the plant receives drops a fair amount and the plant stretches towards the window, making it lopsided. A low light plant will be happy in that spot with all its leaves facing the window once it adjusts to that light level. Indoor plants rely on a lot of reflected light and the lighter the colours in a room the better the plant will be for its light requirements. When we look at the situation in midwinter our daylight hours are down to 8 hours, about half the hours as we have in mid summer. So naturally from this, plants are getting far less natural light in winter. This is why some plants do well in the summer months but fail in the winter with foliage browning or yellowing off, leaf drop and many tend to hibernate

also. In winter the temperatures being lower (without artificial heat) is the factor that sends plants into a more dormant state. We have situations then, with people who are not home during the day and the room is cool to cold. On returning home to a cold room artificial heat is turned on raising the temperature to a nice level. On retiring for the night the heating is often switched off and temperatures quickly drop to zero or a few degrees. In the morning the room may be warmed again for a short time and then allowed to return to the normal indoor temperature of the day. These up and down temperatures have an effect on the well being of the plants. Next is moisture level and its an aspect that we have control over completely. Plants need moisture in the air to keep nice clean foliage. When the air becomes too dry the plant keeps pushing moisture to the foliage to replace the moisture lost into the drying air. If we water the plants well, we have the problem that when the temperature drops they have cold wet roots which are prone to rotting. Lack of good light, wide temperature swings and too much water in the mix is the death of many plants in winter. You can control to a degree two of these factors, ensure that plants that require good light are very close to (in front of) a good light window without net curtains. I have had people tell me that their plant is getting good light because it is right near the window. On further questioning it turns out the plant is either beside the window or below the window which is actually worse than

being over the other side of the room. It must be direct light on the foliage, through the window. Low light plants such as philodendrons will be happier in less light spots, but a maidenhair fern would die down. Keeping a steady temperature in winter can be expensive and a cost when you are not at home to have the benefit of the heat. Heating does dry the air and to overcome this, and take advantage of the fact, place a clothes horse in the lounge to dry that days washing. The drying of the clothes puts ample moisture into the air and helps to keep the plants happy. Bowls of water near plants is another way to ensure moisture in the air near the plant’s foliage. The biggest control in the three aspects that you have is the moisture level of the potting mix. In winter it should never be wet, just evenly moist to nearly dry. If you have wide variations of temperature in a room keep the mix fairly dry with only little amounts of water applied when the plant is showing signs of lack of water. There is a simple test to determine the amount of moisture in the potting mix; that is simply lift the pot up. If it feels very light it is fairly dry. ( May need a small drink like quarter to half a cup dependent on size of pot). If heavy it is soaking wet. (dangerous). Do the lift test regularly and you will soon learn how to use this invaluable tool. In rooms that heat comes on when you come home would be the time for a little drink which might be every few days to once a week or less. The odd plant may need say 50 mls of water every night to prevent water loss drooping.

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Dog walkers in Endeavour Park Picton read the signs ‘dogs not allowed MDC Dog Control Policy Dog Prohibited Area Endeavour Park.

Today as I was about to enter the Stadium I couldn’t help but overhear a teacher berate a young child in front of his classmates... “Stop touching others, keep your hands to yourself, get back in line, in fact go to the back of the line where we don’t have to look at you”. This wee boy’s face looked so sad. I can still recall being spoken to like this from teachers 45 years later. You never forget how it makes you feel. I was also told by teachers I’d never amount to much and now I’m an essential worker. Hope that wee boy grows up to be more that the sum total of that teacher’s words that shamed him today.

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Re: Traffic lights Sorry Ex Traffic Officer, but you of all people should know that most roundabouts are not used correctly and probably never will be. This is why traffic lights are better. Everyone gets a fair chance. Roundabouts are good if the traffic flow is minimal, but at a busy one such as Nelson St - Grove Rd to have traffic banked back to the bridge is just bad traffic management. All the hoo ha about the new bridge speeding up the flow was just that, hoo ha! In regards to the comments last week by the ex traffic officer, as roundabouts are usually not used correctly, traffic signals are obviously the way to go. Also thank goodness Blenheim isn’t Manchester Street. Do traffic light lovers go out at night and want to wait for lights to change when there is no traffic about? Also travelling from south along Main Street late afternoon when the traffic backs up it would take about 3 light changes before one got from Lybster Street to the Railway roundabout so won’t speed up flow. Grove Road would be the same. Be patient.

Re: Power Trust zero payout Trust haven’t communicated with power users, have to wonder why? Any payout this year? Don’t hold your breath waiting to hear!

Re: Roundabout indicating The big roundabout is a shocker for indicating. People come from Picton turning into Main Street heading towards Seddon almost always indicate left immediately upon entering the roundabout, forgetting there is a side road on the left before Main St. Dangerous for people exiting the side street thinking someone is turning in so they can go. Surprised more accidents haven’t occurred there.

To the lovely people To all the people who helped me after tripping on an uneven pavement on April 1 along Alabama Road, a big thank you. Recovering from surgery on my right arm but very grateful to everybody.

Thank you Gramados Restaurant and bar for a fabulous night. Awesome food, drink and service. Your team are the best... Vicki and Paul.

What hypocrites! So the council doesn’t like the names selected for the Rose Manor development. What about all the streets named after councillors and their cronies.

New fines The new $150 fine for phones being used while driving. As a mobile operator firm each new job is usually $150 callout/consult so the increased fine for staff will simply be added to the account. But wait there’s more - I even get GST back so it’s a win win AND the chances of ever being pulled up in Blenheim infinitesimal! Fine increase for the dumbest drivers on the road... those using hand held devices while attempting to drive. Is it a joke @ $150 or just a miss print and should have been $1500 and 30 days instant loss of licence to prevent the absurdly high number of road accidents and deaths that are occurring from this totally stupid and unnecessary practice. Hopefully the new fines deter idiots from using their phones while driving. People don’t expect an instant response they would rather yourself and your passengers are safe. Remember not that long ago you had to wait till you got home or back to the office for phone calls and messages.

Compliance costs Well done Chris Thornley for speaking up about MDC compliance costs and bureaucracy issues. Of course they will have excuses to justify it but it has become more than just a joke. They won’t even provide a cost breakdown anymore for their resource consent applications because ‘we don’t have to’. More to the point they can’t remotely justify the costs.

Local rubbish All the rubbish picked up at Rarangi this must be locals and not freedom campers. As there are NO international tourists, freedom campers. So they are not to be blamed for rubbish.

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A great man Top service Can recommend Noel Leeming their service and advice is top notch. Left happily with the laptop that suited me. Thanks guys, I will be back. Martina.

Rabbits Do we have to annihilate the rabbits from the Taylor Reserve? Could not an annual cull take place to control numbers. Night shoot practice for Marlborough’s hunters. Why do we feel we have total domain over every other species? Humankind is more destructive, maybe we should be banned from the planet.

Hospital parking a disgrace Employees having to park on busy hospital road causing safety issues. Also people with appointments or having to visit hospital during the day are forced to park on the grass as all car parks are full!

History of Blen horticulture It concerns me how Blenheim was once a diverse horticultural region, which has now turned into a monoculture of vineyards producing toxic sprays. Spray drift can travel for km’s. Put your health first.

Thank you for your service Prince Philip. Thinking of the Queen at this sad time.

Prince Phillip I want to make a point here of disgust. Our local Marl Express paper has hardly made a feature at all of the death of the Duke. About the 3rd or 4th page in, on Monday’s paper! Is that all this man deserves. Shame on you Express paper.

Re: Letter to the editor I agree NZ Post is making it hard to find a location to post now and confusing options for parcels/boxes. Ridiculous.

River weed Nice to read Tony Orman’s River weed letter. Always thoughtful comments. Hopefully the people that need to hear it take it on board.

Frightened Did I hear that right? The government leader stating ‘getting the vaccine provided does not stop you from being infected’!? A sniffle as opposed to a cough! Yet, in the same voice, forcing ‘secure boarder workers to be jabbed in order to save their jobs. Is that not dictatorial power as opposed executive order or is one the same?

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Crawford: Taruke (Tara) and Wayne are very stoked to have their son, Anahera Ricardo, with them. Born in Wellington Hospital on March 22 2021 at 3.32pm 1410gm. A brother for Tre, Damon, Xavia, Khloe and Tasia. A big thank you to all the hospital staff who helped us on our travels to Wellington, Nelson and Wairau hospitals.

Lloyd: Rochelle and Tony are pleased to announce the safe arrival of William Brian-Richard on April 15 2021 at Wairau Hospital at 8.30am. 9lb 1oz. A brother to Leah, Mason and Phoebe. Special thanks to midwife Gwen Costello.

Suasami: Alofa announces the safe arrival of a son, Jonathan Jr Suasami, at Wairau Hospital at 3.55pm on April 14 2021. 8lb 1oz.

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Wednesday Renwick Playcentre children Skye Brandl, Anika Watt and Ruui Yan Lim just love the new play equipment installed earlier this year.

New playground, happy kids By Celeste Alexander

A transformation of the outside which began two years ago at Renwick Playcentre is close to completion, and the children enjoying the new play equipment couldn’t be happier. The playcentre, located on Havelock School beside Renwick School has welcomed many families over the years. Friendships were formed, birthdays celebrated, and lifelong skills gained as parents and children enjoyed the facilities. The outside area was once home to a large walnut tree which stood in the centre of a wooden fort where the children played. It was cut down two years ago leaving a large barked area. The playcentre committee started their redevelopment project which included groundwork to create a small hill with a tunnel and plantings. Then in January the cherry on the top of the whole project, new play equipment, was installed. There’s still a little more work to go but what they’ve achieve has the playcentre committee feeling very proud.

Let me help you up! There are many ways for children to enjoy the new playground including climbing, balancing, and imaginative play.

“The kids love it,” treasurer Irmi Watt says. “There’s lots of play opportunities for them now and has something for all children’s age groups. “A big thank you to Pelorus Trust, Pub Charities Trust, Redwood Trust, Lion Foundation, Churchill Private Hospital Trust and the Isabel Livingstone Grant for funding… we are very thankful,” she adds.

The Renwick Playcentre is welcoming new members. Sessions are held Monday and Friday from 9.15am – 11.45am and new members are welcome to attend. Alternatively visit the Renwick Playcentre Facebook page. The facility is also used by the Renwick Plunket group and for birthday party bookings.

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EVENT: Celebrating 10-year milestone

Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough held a small celebration last Friday to celebrate its 10-year milestone. Cake was cut, memories were shared and supporter contributions were acknowledged.

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Rachel Anderson, Rachel Rodger and Bridget Mulligan.

Aaron Jay, Aaron Vercoe and Stephen Leitch.

Craig Searle and Geoff Matthews.

Aimee McIntyre and Bev Hodgetts.

Ellie Watchman and Tracy Johnston. Ellie took part in Project K in 2010 and was mentored by Tracy. She recently graduated as a nurse.

EVENT: Fun in the Sun on Earth Day

If we ever needed any more reminders about global warming, Earth Day was celebrated in Blenheim on Sunday April 18 in brilliantly sunny weather with a well-supported free family fun day at Pollard Park. The band played, families picnicked on the grass and stall holders displayed information and held lively interactive workshops for children and adults alike, featuring key environmental projects of Marlborough. Sustainable craft market vendors did lively trade and those attending discovered ways to be more sustainable at home.

ABOVE: The sun was shining, the band was playing, these grandparents from Matamata had the chance to see their grandkids - what wasn't to like? From left, Linda Dench, William and Melanie Blakeborough from Renwick, and Stephen 'Poppa" Dench all enjoyed an idyllic picnic day in the sunshine at Pollard Park.

‘Budyong’ Hill with the information boards on climate change and biodiversity, put up by the locally-based Climate Karenga at the Earth Day picnic .

Te Whanau Hou, The Grovetown Lagoon, was on dispay at Earth Day with volunteer committtee member Roseanne Marsden seen here with Ember Dewar seven, and brother Abel, 10, learning about the Lagoon and its flora and fauna.

Whale stranding! At the Earth Day picnic Amy Healey from Project Jonah led a children’s workshop on how children can help, and keep safe, at a whale stranding. Here 10-year-old Hannah Kob learns how children can help keep whales calm during a rescue operation.

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Death notices TODD, Stanley Owen: 7.1.1934 - 17.4.2021. Father of Julie (deceased), Gregory, Deborah and Michael. Loved brother and grandfather. Will be dearly missed and remembered in good humour. R.I.P. Messages may be sent to 130 Beehive Road, R D 1, Outram 9073. In accordance with Stan’s wishes, a private service has taken place. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719

URGENT services 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.

SIMPSON, Alan Herbert, RNZAF No. 437344: On Sunday April 18, 2021 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Aged 96 years. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Raymond (deceased) and June Simpson, and Doreen and Ian Rapley (both deceased), and Norman Shields (deceased). Loved uncle of Kenneth and Lyn, Douglas and Amanda, Marilyn and Rex, Laurice (deceased), Darren and Lisa, Robert and Karen, and his many great nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to 9A Owen Place, Springlands, Blenheim. A farewell for Alan will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 2pm on Friday April 23, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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

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VICARY: Kelvin William On 17 April 2021 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Kaye, loved father and step-father of Michelle and Sean, Heather and Sarah, Cheran, Stephanie and Phillip. Loved Grandad and Great Grandad and ‘best mate’of Max. Messages to 9 Kowhai Drive Renwick 7204 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz Thank you to the staff of Ashwood Park, St John Ambulance and Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Andrew Wilson and Debbie, Joanne Harper, Ruth, Krizzha, Sib, Sue, Christina, Sarah, Tracey and the Marlborough Hospice staff and heartfelt thanks to Boydie (Michelle), Kelvin’s mate. A private cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service to celebrate Kelvin’s life will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street on Friday 23 April at 1.30pm

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SHEARING PLANT electric Sunbeam, ‘Super Pro’. Plank mounted. Wheels to site safety gut. Runs well $450. To view phone Pete on 5793371 or 0274467179. TRAILER 2005 with galvanised frame. 2.4 x 1.2 with removeable high sides and quad ramp. New rego and warrant. Large toolbox $1400. Phone 5775541.

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Part time position – 20 hours (Mon-Fri) We are a locally owned family business that pride ourselves in offering quality furniture and incredible customer service for 25 years.

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Learning Assistant 15 hours per fortnight, term time only Suitably experienced or qualified learning assistant to work in multiple environments, including high needs and classrooms cooperatively with teachers to support students to engage in their learning. • Must be able to work Fridays – 5 hours per day. • Plus, an additional day per fortnight up to 5 hours per day. • Willing to swim with the boys and other physical activities. • First aid an advantage • Start date as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be police vetted. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Please email your CV and covering letter to apply@mbc.school.nz Applications close Wednesday 28 April 2021.

This position will be full-time. 40 hour week. Applicants must have a full drivers license. NZ residency or a valid NZ work Permit. Email your cv, cover letter and three current references to admin@rpp.nz

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with great initiative and good organisational skills to join our team in Blenheim.

You must be a reliable and motivated person that will display a high level of customer service. You must have your Class 4 & Forklift Licence.

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SALESPERSON Part time position – 20 hours We are a locally owned family business that pride ourselves in offering quality furniture and incredible customer service for 25 years. We are looking for an experienced salesperson with a positive attitude, who is quick to learn and values going the extra mile for our customers. This is a part time role that may extend in future. It will include some rostered weekend work. The key responsibilities of this role include: • Selling our amazing furniture! • Keeping up to date with product knowledge. • Completing administration associated with sales. (Full job description available on request) To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to accounts@lynfords.co.nz by 5pm 26 April 2021.

mr green FOR SALE Established Cleaning Franchise Full training, equipment provided Simple business to own and run Potential for growth if desired Phone 579 9333 marlborough@mrgreen.co.nz

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HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT NIGHT SHIFT 4 on/2 off rotating roster If you enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for the elderly, then we would like to hear from you. Please call at reception for an application or email reception1@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 27/04/2021

• Students • Adults • Retirees The Sun newspaper is looking for reliable deliverers and relief delivers in all areas of Blenheim. This could suit retire, semi-retired or school students. Are you up for a bit of exercise and some extra pocket money, if so give us a call or email. Phone the office (03) 577 7868 or E: office@blenheimsun.co.nz

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If you enjoy working in a team environment and have a passion for the elderly, then we would like to hear from you. Please call at reception for an application or email ross@ashwoodpark.co.nz Applications close 28/04/2021

BE YOUR BEST, JOIN THE BEST Sales Manager with Ownership Opportunity - Blenheim Region New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty (NZSIR) is the fastest growing premier real estate company in New Zealand with 18 offices throughout the country. We are looking to recruit a focused and driven Sales Manager to join our strong team in the Blenheim region, based in our Marlborough office. This role could be an ideal opportunity for either an established Sales Manager who is keen to move towards a potential ownership opportunity OR an experienced Licensee who is considering a career move into Sales Management. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales growth across the region as well as recruitment/retention of Licensees along with overseeing the administration, brand standards and compliance expected from a New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty office. We are looking for someone who has a solid background in residential real estate with a successful sales career to date. In addition the ideal applicant needs to demonstrate the desired attributes required to take over the leadership of our existing successful and high performing team, to ensure continued outstanding results from the region is maintained. This is a permanent, full time position reporting into the National GM of Sales and Franchise and working within a national Sales Management team. All applications will be held in the strictest of confidence. Applications close Friday 30 April 2021. If you have the relevant skills and experience and think this role could be your next move, please contact Rachel Exell: rachel.exell@nzsir.com or 021 058 8306

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Wednesday 21 April Drop-in Crafts:

Marlborough District Library. 10am – 2pm.Try our fun crafts at Marlborough District Library these school holidays. Our simple drop-in crafts are available in the Children’s Library. No need to register just turn up. All children are welcome.

Toi Ora Activity Session:

Cancer Society Marlborough 1:00pm 3:00pm. Come along to our Cancer Society office for school holiday toi ora activities: Kōhatu (hope stone) painting and crafting clay taonga/treasures. You are welcome to create a kohatu/taonga for yourself or whānau members.

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Older Persons Seminar:

Christopher’s Church Hall 92 Weld Street from 10am to 1pm. Interesting speakers, jokes, games & chat. Morning tea & a light lunch provided. Cost $5. Contact Diana Brooks. Eldercare Coordinator on 0212694198 or email diana@stchristophers.co.nz for more information.

Friday 23 April Under 5s stories and crafts:

Every Friday. Picton Library’s Under 5’s programme 10.30am – 11.15am is designed to enhance the library experience for 2-5-yearolds. Come along and share a favourite or new picture books and construct simple crafts. Make sure your little person wears clothes you don't mind getting messy. No need to book. Running till April 16.

Hedges cut, Late Pruning,Trees removed, Sections tidied, New Stihls. Experienced operator. Also walls, decks, fences, gates made. Town or Country

Free public access tO Mtb trails/walking tracks Skywire • Quad bike tours • Paintball Licensed Cafe & much more!

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SALE OF 1 APRIL 2021 ACE

Our 1 April 2021 ACE is now available for purchase by way of commercial tender. The key stocks in the April 1 fishing season are rock lobster (CRA) and southern blue whiting (SBW). If you are interested in purchasing ACE for these and other 1 April stocks, please contact us to request a copy of the tender documentation. This tender closes at 5pm on Wednesday 28th April 2021.

RANGITĀNE HOLDINGS LTD PO Box 883, BLENHEIM 7240 ATTENTION: Rogier Eradus koau@rangitane.org.nz

Vintage Farm Machinery:

Marlborough District Library. 10am – 2pm.Try our fun crafts at Marlborough District Library these school holidays. Our simple drop-in crafts are available in the Children's Library. No need to register just turn up. All children are welcome.

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Open daily, 10am to 3pm, Brayshaw Vintage Farm. John 577 7442.

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Sunday 25 April 2021 Blenheim Riverside Railway Steam Train:

Train is being hauled by Locomotive ‘Donald’ with return trips on the Omaka Line only at 1.15pm, 2pm and 3pm. Tuesday 27 April 2021

03 545 0304 | 0800 157 300 info@cablebayadventurepark.com www.cablebayadventurepark.com GROW LOCAL, SUPPORT LOCAL, STAY LOCAL MARLBOROUGH GRAPE GROWERS SOUGHT TO PARTNER WITH LOCAL WINERY te Pā Family Vineyards is seeking SWNZ accredited grape growers to work with from this year to meet growing international and national demand. We’re looking for growers of: • Pinot Noir • Pinot Noir for Rosé • Pinot Gris • Chardonnay • Sauvignon Blanc. If you would like to work with a fast-growing New Zealand-owned local wine company, with award-winning wine brands, please get in touch with te Pā General Manager Kelvin Deaker at kelvin@tepawines.com or Chief Winemaker Sam Bennett on sam@tepawines.com or call the office at 035705192 to discuss this further.

GOLD BUYERS Scrap gold Gold coins Gold medals Gold pocket watches Gold wrist watches Gold jewellery Broken or damaged gold Any Sterling Silver items

ph 0800 00 24 25 Eric Jackson Antique Buyers, PO Box 665, Picton

South Marlborough Fire Season Status

Marlborough District Library 10.30am-11.30am.

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includes stories, songs and a simple fun craft! No need to register, just come along and join in! Runs till June 1.

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Cheeky Monkeys:

Marlborough Youth Trust Teenpower Join us at the library for a fun and creative session Self Protection Event: for children under five years old. Each session MYspace Youth Development Centre 12:30pm - 3:00pm and 4:30pm - 7:00pm. This event is for the youth of Marlborough aged 12-24 to learn about respectful relationships when dating one another, with respectful communication skills, respecting one another, respecting each others boundaries and learning proactive self defense. This is great way to learn new ways of positivity communication with your friendships and avoid Sexual assaults that can happen through miscommunication. A Koha Donation will be greatly appreciated. R13.

Saturday 24 April Marlborough Artisan Craft Market:

Blenheim CBD 9.30am-2pm. The market is a showcase of local Artisans with a large selection of craft products to select from. The market has a vibrant atmosphere to browse and enjoys at your leisure. Children are catered for with an activity zone with outdoor games for young and old to enjoy.

Clothing Alterations: by Lynette Atkinson-Parker

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Blenheim Riverside Railway Steam Train:

Thursday 22 April

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WELLBEING professional massage, mobile service. Phone Roimata 0284347997.

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Wednesday April 21, 2021

Steady As You Go (SAYGO) Gentle exercise & balance class for Seniors:

Every Tuesday 11.30am-12.30pm at St Christopher’s Church Hall. Stay for a cuppa & chat afterwards. 92 Weld Street Blenheim. Contact Diana Brooks, Eldercare Coordinator on 0212 694 198 for more information.

Rides Calendar

Wed 21st Apr. 7pm Committee Meeting. Tim. Thurs 22nd Apr. 11am. Retreads Group. Sun 25th Apr. 11am Pelorus Bridge for Lunch. Thursday rides depart Brayshaw Park. Sunday rides depart Railway Station Carpark. All rides are weather dependent.

If you have an event for the next issue of ‘What’s On’ email The Sun

FIRE BY PERMIT ONLY South Marlborough - as of 8.00 am on Tuesday 20 April 2021 all land South of the Wairau River, including Rarangi and the Diversion, including the townships of Blenheim, Renwick, Seddon and Ward and including Department of Conservation Land (PCL) will be moving into a restricted fire season. All fires in the open will require a fire permit. North Marlborough - all land North of the Wairau River, excluding Rarangi and the Diversion and including the townships of Picton and Havelock but excluding Department of Conservation Land (PCL), will be moving into an open fire season. Kaikoura District will remain in a restricted fire season until further notice. Certain fire types are permitted to be used without a permit if they meet the prescribed conditions. For further information please go to www.checkitsalright.nz

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Our long weekend deals last even longer than the long weekend. Wednesday 21 to Tuesday 27 April Promotion ends 27th April 2021, while stocks last, unless otherwise stated. Some products on display in selected stores only – please call 0800 764 847 to check availability. Personal shoppers only.

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Golf Results Wairau Valley Golf Club Saturday 3rd April 2021: Men vs Ladies: Roger Restall (c/b) from Bevan Boon 38, Yvonne Wallace & Richard Bruce

35, Bill Linklater 34, Tim Latter 33 Men 286/Ladies 274 Saturday 17th April 2021: Stableford 2:

Elaine Brown 39, Maureen McKenzie & Yvonne Wallace 37, Mel Hampton, Bill Lacey & Dave McFarlane 35 Twos: Ann Walker

Doonan 35, Lyndsay Burrow 35, John Robinson 33. Ladies: Gayle Marfell 35, Polly

Marfell 33 on c/b from Maureen Burrow 33.

Molloy 38. Men 17+ - John Saxon 40; Barry Gray 39; Tim Oughton 38; Ben Evans, Greg Goodfellow, Hendrik Van Dyk, 36. Teams: Compass Charters 132; Bayleys 122; Golf Hub 121; Mint Air 114. Combined Rounds: Compass Charters 246; Golf Hub 244; Bayleys

240; Mint Air 231. Thursday 15th April – Paul Towers 37; John Saxon, Richard Avery,36; Grant Aikman, Ron Jones, Mark Ivamy, 34. Friday 9 Hole Stab; - Joyce McClelland 18; Denise Finch, Lynette Pawson, 17; Kaye Keys, Lin Stone, Margaret Frisken 15.

Looker 20 Jenny Adams 18 Yvonne Hore 17 Jan Peglar 17 Jan Blake 16 April 14th LGU 0-29 Trees Rewi 73 Joan Toomey 75 c/b Sue Duckworth 75 30+ Jenny Evans 76 c/b Dawn Walker 76 Yvonne Hore 79 9 Holes Barbara Looker 48 April 15th Single Par Alan Wilson +6 Clive Drummond +3 c/b Barry Ellis +3 Greme Daines +2 Ian Moffat +2 Bob Tapp +2 Murray Belk +2 Phil Starkey +1 Alby Atkinson +1 Roy Lilley +1 9 Holes Stableford Ivan Neame 24 Allen Knight 19 Leo Hawkins 18 NTP Fairweathers 6/15 Leo McKendry Graeme Daines 1/10 April 17th March Trophy Stableford 27 holes Bernice Arnold 50

Judith Batty 46 Rachel Bell 44 Edgar Clarkson 27 Holes Stableford Dan Crawford 58 Blue Arthur 56 Phil Starkey 53 Alf van der Hulst 52 Buck Asplet 51 Mike Guillemot 51 Brian Yarrall 51 18 Holes Stableford Grant Flynn 37 Doug Shaw 35 Arnold Newman 33 Ross Agnew 33 April 19th 9 Hole stableford Ivan Neame 25 Glen Hurcomb 22 Brian Burgess 21 Alan Wilson 20 Steve Griffin 19 Ian Hatcher 19 Leo Hawkins 18 Leo McKendry 18 Dan Crawford 18 Ladies Trees Rewi 18 c/b Helen Neame 18 Barbara Looker 18 Shirley Godsiff 17 Marg Hamilton 16 Dawn Walker 16 Jan Peglar 16

Awatere Golf Club Saturday 17th April – J & J Forsyth Trophy – Stableford: Owen Farrell 39, Lyell Marfell 36, Keith

Picton Golf Club Sunday 11th April – 2nd Business House – Women –Kay Dickson 40; Jenny Hart 37; Maria McConway 34; Di McCarthy 31; Marilyn Smith 30; Marilyn Keenan 28; Mary Butler 28.. Men 0-16- Aaron Wilson 42; Roger Jones 41; John Billingsley, Henry Evans, Gary Aldridge, Jeff Pascoe, 39; Ian

Blenheim Golf Club April 7th Irish Stableford 0-30 Trees Rewi 73 Sue Duckworth 70 Sa-Nga Grupp 67 31+ Jenny Adams 80 Colleen McLeod 70 Marg Hamilton 66 Dawn Walker 66 9 Holes Yvonne Hore 19April 8th Medal Ian Moffat 66 Gemain January 68 Barry Ellis 69 Doug Shaw 69 Tere Poa 69 Alby Atkinson 70 Ted Collier 70 Menzies 70 John Anderson 71 Brian Brown 71 Cyril Scammel 72 Don Lamond 72 9 Holes Ivan Neame 20 Ross Agnew 18 April 12th 9 holes Stableford Hy Montgomery 20 Dave Menzies 18 Bill Varrall 18 Brian Dixon 18 Dan Crawford 18 Blue Arthur 18 Allen Knight 17 Paddy Couchman 17 Ladies Barbara

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Indoor Bowls results The 2 - 4- 2 Open Indoor Bowls tournament played on Saturday 17 April was won by Glen and Jill Hurcomb with 5 wins and 30 ends. Runners up - Ken Wells and Peter Hanley with 5 wins and 27 ends. The Marlborough Closed Triples MUFS Trophy Event played on Sunday 18 April was won by the Rapaura team of Ian Henson, Julian Adams and Natasha Neal with 6 and a half wins Runners up - Clubs of Marlborough - Donna Hamilton, Patrick Ivamy and Julie Morehead - 5 wins MARLBOROUGH REP SQUAD The following Indoor Bowls Rep Squad has been announced for the Scott/Adams fixture to be played in Collingwood on 15/16 May.

ADAMS - Ian Henson, Tony Jones, Julian Adams, Steven Grant, Kevin Wills, Gary Parlane, Pat Ivamy, Glen Hurcomb, Ron Boddy. SCOTT - Lois Randall, Jill Hurcomb, Kate Newport, Chris Wooster, Debbie Wearing, Natasha Neal, Georgia Watt, Donna Hamilton If any player is unavailable, please contact the selector as soon as possible. M AR LBOROUGH ASSN UP COMING EVENTS Saturday 24 April - McKendry Mens and Ladies Singles / Social Bowls Sunday 25 April - Nelson ANZAC Fours Monday 26 April - Witherlea Tournament Tuesday 27 April - Monthly Interclub Competition

Marlborough Golf Club April 13, women’s 9 hole stableford: Shirley White 20, Neryl Savage 19, Christine Burns 18, Rebecca Harvey 17, Eizabeth Bibby 16. 14 April, women’s stableford Div.1:Jane Anderson-Bay 31, Hilary Scandrett 31. Div.2:Denise Pickering 39, Jackie McGarry 38, Lynn Dowler 34, Helen Lissaman 32, Marion Tripe 29. Div.3:Ann Duncan 37, Lyndy Larkin 33, Annette Wilkinson 3, Debra

Nicholls 31, Vivienne Bond 31. 15 April, men’s stableford Div.1:Chris Henry 41, Ken Steel 37, Terry Loomis 35, Rick May 34, Grant Craig 34, Robin Whiting 34, Arthur Dovey 34, Paul Roughan 34. Div.2:John Rodgers 40, Ken Bennett 38, Tom Kelsall 38, Jock Glennie 37, Paul Ham 35, Phil Hood 34. 17 April, women’s stableford Div.1:Julie Smith 34, Jane Anderson-Bay

34. Div.2:Jackie McGarry 33, Wendy Moffat 32, Leanne Stowell 31, Julia Knowles 31. Men’s stableford Eagles Visit Div.1:Andrew Bailey 44, Dave Knappstein 40, Nick Robinson 38, Mark Mason 37, Ravi Johl 36, Denis Tocker 35, Stephen Harvey 35. Div.2:Trevor McGarry 41, Mike Ponder 36, Tony Armstrong 36, Tom Kelsall 35, Brian Chippendale 34, Greg King 34, Stuart Smith 34.

Rarangi Golf Club Wednesday 14 April 2021 – Men’s Midweek Stableford Alan Rutledge 41; Dennis Wye 41; Phil D’auvergne 40; Ian Hale 38; Guido Bertogg 37; David Holdaway 36; Allan Ryder 36; David Best 36; Mike Walker 36; Marc Roberts 36; Tony Nichol 35; Jack Gleeson 35; Murray Ingram 35; Norman Fowke 34; Terry Grant 34. Thursday 15 April 2021 – Ladies – Robertson Trophy – Medal Best Overall – Denise Hodson

73;0-20 – Mariann Grant 77;21-27 – Susan Godsiff 75; Diana McCarthy 77;28+ Lynn Naysmith 77; Margaret York 82. Saturday 17 April 2021 – Men’s Irish Stableford – Ladies – The McDonald Trophy – Bisque Par Jim Thomas 80; Peter Browning 77; Clarry Neame 74; David Price 74; Lindsay McAlpine 74; Terry Lane 73; Brian Gill 72; Jason Minhinnick 72; Ray Tomlinson 72; Luke Ryder 71; Terry Grant 71; Ian Hale 71.

Ladies – Kathy Payne +6; Janet Laing +1. Sunday 18 April 2021- Men - Medal; Ladies – LGU, Stretch Trophy and 1st Rd Qualifying Club Champs – Medal Graham McCarthy 71; Peter Browning 72; Terry Lane 72; Tony Nichol 73. Ladies – Best Overall – Aroha Minhinnick 73; 0-18.4 Rete Kydd 75; Janet Laing 75; 18.5-25.7 Annie Hubert 75; Anne Newman 75; Wendy Moffat 77; 25.8-40.4 Margaret York 74.

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From left to right. Triples Championship winners were Julian Adams, Ian Henson and Natasha Neal.

Marlborough Football results On Saturday, April 10 Marlborough Football’s season kicked off with the Senior Men’s competition. This Saturday, April 17 will see the Juniors, Youth and Women’s competitions begin. Results from the Senior Men’s: Mayfield Motorworld Senior Div 1 R1 A&P 2: Call Care Trojans 4-5 Rangers Development A&P1: Bottle-O BV Masters 1-1 Call Care Hotspurs Athletic Park – Central Wolves 1-3

Central Buccaneers Mayfield Motorworld Senior Div 2 R1 A&P3: Rangers Clubs of Marlborough 5-1 Call Care Spartans A&P2: Central Privateers 4-4 Rangers Masters Endeavour Park 1: Picton FC 2-1 Redwood FC Nelson Senior Men’s Tasman Trophy A&P1: Rangers AFC 6-0 FC Nelson Karenni

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Wednesday April 21, 2021

sports talk With Jacob Page

Pitying a flawed Tiger Pity was the overriding emotion I felt having watched the Tiger Woods documentary over the weekend. I’d delayed watching the muchhyped three hour documentary called ‘Tiger’ so I could watch it in one sitting. Ultimately I was left feeling sorry for Woods because his lifestyle was not one I would wish on an enemy. Yes, a lot of his missteps have been caused by his own hand but the robotic nature of his childhood and the striving for golf domination imposed on him by his father, meant Tiger had anything but an ordinary

childhood. Tiger’s ability to eliminate emotion from both his professional and personal life left me stunned. That ability undoubtedly helped him in pressure-packed moments during major golf tournaments but it also saw him burn and discard many friendships and relationships in his personal life. Tiger was described as his Father’s ‘golfing Frankenstein’ and it’s an apt way of describing him. Kiwi caddie Steve Williams has apparently not spoken to Tiger since he was let go from his role.

Williams said he thought he was being fired as Tiger’s caddie but did not realise he was being fired as his friend as well. Tiger’s ability to eliminate emotion in big moments during golf tournaments made him one of the best to ever play the game but away from the greens, it made him a clearly flawed human. It seems his intensive golf upbringing played its part in that. What kind of childhood, if any, did Tiger have? It certainly was not one free of pressure.

The documentary showed the tumultuous relationship with his Dad, Earl, and the impact Earl’s supposed womanising had on the young Tiger and it seems it played a part in his own infidelity issues which hit the media around 2010. Like any good American story, the public loved the rise of the golfing phenom, then loved breaking him down only to see him get his redemption story with his 15th major at Augusta in 2019. Nothing about Tiger’s life has been normal, almost every second of it has been played out in the spotlight.

Lorna Whitehead and Anne Preston pictured with just a few of the prizes up for grabs in the Anzac Day Golf Tournament, organised by the New Zealand Red Cross Marlborough branch and Marlborough Golf Club. The event is raising money for Red Cross.

Anzac Day golf tournament By Celeste Alexander

The Marlborough branch of the New Zealand Red Cross is again preparing for its annual golf tournament set to tee off at the Marlborough Golf Club course at Fairhall, during the afternoon of Anzac Day (April 25). This popular fundraising event is celebrating 50 years; not quite continuously due to the COVID restrictions of last year. However it was 50 years ago when the then Avon Waihopai Branch organised the first of many tournaments. In collaboration with the Marlborough Golf Club, Red Cross coordinates the raffles and prize table while the golf club organizes the tournament aspects. Leading up to this event a work group made up of golf representatives and Red Cross members has been meeting to organise the day. Business owners in Marlborough have been generous in their support with sponsorship and prizes.

The tournament is open to all golfers. Register on the day with your name and club number by 11.45am. Tee off is at 12.30pm. The entry fee is $30 and ties are decided by countback. In addition to prizes there will be trophies up for grabs.

I do wonder if Earl had his time again, whether he would have put his son on this path. Somehow I don’t think he would have changed much. Tiger is a global icon and despite all the missteps, that was Earl’s goal and it has been achieved. My biggest takeaway was Tiger did not choose this life. Like an overzealous parent on the sideline of their child’s under-8 rugby game on a Saturday morning, Tiger has not lived out his own dreams but lived out those of his parents, and that is quite sad when you think about it.

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Cuddon Cycling Marlborough Saturday 24 April- No club event as Grape Ride is on. Monday 26 April, 3.30pm to 5.00pm - Track Cycling at Athletic Park- Track bikes available for newcomers (just bring your helmet and runners). Ideal age 11 to adult. All welcome. For further info contact Warren 021663910 or Graham 0278212379.

Football results 12th Grade: Renwick Dragons 8-5 Trojans Thunderbirds; Rangers Jackals 4-1 Rangers Keas. BV Jets - BYE. Youth 13th 14th Grade: Renwick Raiders 4-3 Blenheim Valley Bayern; Rangers Falcons 0-0 Rangers Kiwis; Blenheim Valley Phoenix 3-5 Picton Kauri: Mayfield Motorworld Senior Div 1 R1 Call Care Hotspurs 2-5 Central Buccaneers; Rangers Development 5-5 Central Wolves; Bottle-O BV Masters 1-0 Call Care Trojans; Mayfield Motorworld Senior Div 2 R1; Call Care Spartans 5-2Redwood FC; Central Privateers 2-1 Rangers Clubs Of Marlborough. Rangers Masters 3-0 Picton FC; Tasman Trophy POOL A 2021: Rangers AFC (win by default) 3 vs FC Nelson Locomotive Women’s Social League: BV Chicks 1 vs Picton 3;

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