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Deadly SH1 crashes concern Matt Brown Reporter
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A third month of horror crashes on a notorious stretch of Marlborough road has turned deadly.
The string of serious accidents on SH1 since May has seen three people killed and many others seriously injured. But while the road is included as part of a wider safety review, road bosses have put the deaths down
to chance. Seddon man Damian Pollock died on 2 July after a ute left the road between Blind River Loop Road and Tetley Brook Road. His devastated aunt, Theresa Pollock, says people need answers.
“If it was driver’s error, we still need answers after hearing so many bad things about the road between Blenheim and Ward. “If awareness is put out there maybe it could save a life.” Damian, who just started a new
job as a fisheries worker, was the first person to be killed on the road this month. On Friday, a head-on collision between a ute and an SUV just
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Dudley Lerwill from Hawkesbury Carriages watches on as carriage horse Ruby gets ready to take young passengers for a loop around the Clos Henri grounds at their Bastille Day celebrations on Sunday. Photo: Matt Brown.
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Ooh-la-la: An international group of friends; Ed Kent, Sophie Harvey, Jackson Engen, Christoph Chazot, Stephie Concar and Patrick Martin, enjoyed baguettes, wine, cheese and French pastries at Clos Henri’s Bastille Day celebrations at the weekend. Photo: Matt Brown.
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Horror crashes claims three lives, injures more FROM PAGE 1
south of Redwood Pass Road killed one person and seriously injured another. One person escaped with moderate injuries. Meanwhile, about ten minutes prior to the fatal accident, a vehicle left the road in the Weld Pass. A Waka Kotahi (New Zealand Transport Agency) spokeswoman says safety improvements have recently been proposed for the Weld Pass area and referred to a
community engagement report from 2018. “Clusters of road deaths do occur from time to time but unless they are on the exact same spot they tend to be just part of the range of statistics over time,” the spokeswoman says. She says if the accidents were in the same place, NZTA staff would be looking at the condition of the highway surface and “anything else” which could be contributing, such as ice patches. The 22km stretch of highway has
Damian Pollock, 27, died in a crash on SH1 at the start of June. Photo: Supplied. had at least six serious accidents requiring emergency services
since May. Timeline • 21 May – Young mother Jamie Miller, three children, and one other were rushed to hospital following a crash at the corner of Roadhouse Drive and State Highway 1. Jamie was flown to Nelson Hospital with serious injuries. • 12 June – A freight truck and trailer left the road on a sweeping bend near the Blenheim side of Redwood Pass Road. The driver escaped with mod-
erate injuries. • 2 July – A ute left the road between Blind River Loop Road and Tetley Brook Road killing the driver, Damian Pollock. • 12 July – A car rolled near Riverlands at about 6.20pm, killing the driver, who is yet to be named. • 17 July – A head-on collision between a ute and an SUV just south of Redwood Pass Road killed one person and seriously injured another. One person escaped with moderate injuries.
A special dawn ceremony unveiling a pou whenua at Picton Library and Service Centre Waitohi Whare Mātauranga took place on Friday. It depicts Awanuiarangi and Ropoama Te One, Awanuiarangi the eponymous ancestor of the Te Ātiawa people and Ropoama Te One chief of the fortified settlement of Waitohi. The whale depicts the region’s whaling history within Tory Channel. The carving was designed by master carver Pita Rua. Photos: Richard Briggs/Marlborough District Council.
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Lockdown poems a money maker for Alzheimers Paula Hulburt A Blenheim man whose wife died shortly before lockdown has written a book which will help raise money for those who made her last months brighter. Gavin Kerr’s wife Elizabeth (known as Liz) suffered from Alzheimers and died on 17 March. Gavin Kerr and wife Elizabeth were married for And his poetic bid to record 62 years. Photo: Supplied. life as he experienced it under lockdown level 4 is set to raise money for Alzheimers Marlborough. The former school principal and academic says the support they had from staff at Alzheimers Marlborough was vital following Liz’s diagnosis. On each day of lockdown, Gavin penned a poem which he has published into a book, Under Lockdown; with a proportion of the proceeds from the sale going to the local branch. The first poem, dedicated to Liz, was written for her service sheet used at a private family farewell at Geoffery T
Sowman Funeral Directors. “I think that was what prompted me. It helped a great deal, there’s no doubt about that. “Some days I had to sit down and think about what I was going to do but most were done while walking up the Wither Hills or along the Taylor River. “I’ve always been interested in writing but haven’t published any of my personal work before.” Liz, a fellow academic who spoke fluent French, was diagnosed with Alzheimers early in 2019. For the pair, who were married for 61 years, it was a devastating blow. “Once that word, Alzheimers, comes up, you’ve crossed the Rubicon and can’t go back.” Gavin says. Following the diagnosis, Gavin got in contact with Alzheimers Marlborough. The support and information they provided was critical through a difficult process, he says. Liz was moved to Maxwell
Author Gavin Kerr is using his book of poems to help raise money for Alzheimers Marlborough: Photo: Paula Hulburt. Lifecare rest home in Blenheim after congestive heart failure complications meant she could no longer be cared for at home. Gavin too needed a break after months of broken sleep and stress. “You try to put yourself in their shoes but that’s not easy to do,” he says. The couple’s three children arrived just before travel restrictions were imposed to say goodbye. “The staff [at Maxwell Lifecare] were fabulous, you couldn’t have asked for any-
thing more; they’re like family.” Writing the 34 poems proved to be very cathartic, Gavin says. “It’s a good release. There is a mix of poems in there; some are amusing and others more serious. In some way, it’s a bit like watercolour painting; you do it, let it mature and go back to it.” The $25 book is available to buy at Alzheimers Marlborough on 8 Wither Road in Blenheim or by emailing gekerr@slingshot.co.nz
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Blenheim School principal Denyse Healy with St Andrew’s Craft Group members Dicky Willemsen and Raewyn Buchanan. Photo: Matt Brown.
Winter woollies welcome Matt Brown
A craft and knitting group are putting their passion to a good cause - keeping young heads and feet warm this winter. St Andrew’s Craft Group members knitted more than 100 winter woollies for Blenheim School pupils. And Blenheim School principal Denyse Healy says the timing couldn’t have been better. “With the start of the term we
have our camps coming up,” she says. Students will be heading off to Mistletoe Bay and Pine Valley, and in the cold weather the slippers “keep feet so warm”. She says the slippers will continue to be used throughout the term in class, to keep mucky boots outside and help combat winter chills. St Andrew’s Craft Group member Raewyn Buchanan says the group love knitting and the
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finished product going to keep kids warm is a real bonus. “We’re thrilled to give these to Blenheim School,” she says. “We’ve made about 40 beanies and 60 pairs of slippers. “Knitting doesn’t have to be expensive – I got two skeins from an opshop for $8 and I’ve made uncountable slippers from them,” Raewyn says. Raewyn says the craft group has already begun on the next batch.
for entries on August 1. Held every two years to showcase businesses or community projects that are good for the environment, the awards are open to all businesses. Judges look for entrants who protect and enhance the environment and use resources and energy efficiently. Visit www.cmea.org.nz for further information.
Rangitāne o Wairau has launched a special fund to help support people and businesses suffering hardship in the wake of COVID-19. After delivery more than 300 emergency food and hygiene packs during lockdown, iwi are now helping with the recovery process. Rangitāne Investments Limited commercial property manager Corey Hebberd says times are tough for everyone. “We know that doing business is tough right now. “Our commercial arm, like all businesses, is feeling the effects of COVID-19. “Now more than ever, we need to focus on supporting local – and, where we can, supporting our own whānau enterprises.” New oranga fund Te Kura Ora has been set up to help support whānau who need one-off financial support. Plans for a directory of whānau businesses have also been bought forward in a bid to help. The Directory, Rārangi Pakihi o Rangitāne, was published on Thursday on the Rangitāne o Wairau website. It’s about helping, says Corey. “This message is about the next steps that we are taking to support
Corey Hebberd. Photo: Supplied. whānau, particularly those who own a small business. “Both the Iwi Trust and our Iwi Investment Company contract and employ services via small businesses in our community to deliver our work programme. “Not only are we sharing details with our wider whānau and iwi on their services, but we’ll also be engaging and contracting them where we’re able to.” Email corey.hebberd@rangitane.org. nz to register on the Rangitāne Business Directory. If you need support contact the office on (03) 578 6180.
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Marlborough Mayor John Leggett gave Mike Tahere and his wife a lift from the airport. Photo: Supplied. Blenheim’s newest police recruit is finding her paws. Ten-week-old Baya is being fostered by a constable in Blenheim ahead of her 19-month training programme. If successful, Baya will begin work as an operational patrol dog. The fluffy pup has been in Blenheim around a week.
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Uber mayor steers couple in right direction Paula Hulburt Marlborough’s mayor stepped into rescue a couple stranded at the airport - by turning taxi driver. With no taxis available, retired senior constable Mike Tahere and his wife were delighted to be offered a lift by a kind-hearted stranger. It was only when they got chatting that they realised it was Marlborough Mayor John Leggett who had helped them out. The grateful visitors posted to Facebook to say thank you to the mayor and to the people of Marlborough who made them so welcome. “I just wanted to thank his worship the Mayor John Leggett that gave my wife and I a lift
into Blenheim from the airport last Friday afternoon as there were no taxis available. “It was a great start to our weekend in Marlborough,” Mike says. In town for a 60th birthday celebration, Mike and his wife were part of a group of 30 people from Paraparaumu. John says he had been in Wellington for a local government meeting when he passed the couple by the empty taxi rank outside the terminal. “I heard the word Uber so I explained we didn’t have that but asked where they were going, and I was going straight passed Chateau Marlborough so offered to take them. “They were a genuinely, lovely, nice couple and we got chatting
and had a few laughs along the way. They were here to have a great time and I’m delighted that they did,” John says. Mike was full of praise for the region, complimenting Chateau Marlborough where they stayed and the Clubs of Marlborough where the party was held. “We enjoyed our stay at the Chateau Marlborough, great accommodation, service and meals. “The ladies enjoyed shopping therapy on Saturday morning. In the afternoon we went on a wine tasting tour at Bladen winery. “Thanks to the Marlborough people for your hospitality, we enjoyed ourselves and we will be back.”
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also a number we want to increase, because by doing so means we are helping more Kiwi’s get ahead,” says Phil. NZHL are refinancing specialists, meaning they often work with existing home owners to restructure their debt and finances, however Phil says that locally they also really enjoy working with First Home Buyers to foster a relationship that can last for the life of a home loan, and many loans that come after. “We’re local and we’re in this for the long term. While the current low rate environment is great news, low interest rates won’t optimise the life of your home loan – that’s where we come in.” NZHL is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kiwi Group Holdings (KGH). KGH, also the parent company of Kiwibank, is owned by the Government via New Zealand Post (53%), the New Zealand Superannuation Fund (25%) and ACC (22%). NZHL Blenheim, owned and operated by Phil Muir and his great team, has an office on 5 Main Street, they are also recipients of numerous customer service and Marlborough chamber of Commerce awards. Phil says it’s all part of the plan to bring ‘old school customer service back to the banking industry’.
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Anderson Architecture Based in Blenheim, contemporary residential design firm Anderson Architecture has gained a solid reputation for creating stylish designer homes in Marlborough, Nelson and throughout New Zealand. Anderson Architecture is a young vibrant company which brings dream homes to life. “I was born and bred in Marlborough – my uncle and my cousin are builders too, so we’ve all been brought up in the industry,” says architectural designer/ owner Jason Anderson, who established the business three years ago. Anderson Architecture has an impressive portfolio of completed projects you can view on its website. “We thrive on working closely with our clients to fully understand their ideas, which we combine with our knowledge of contemporary architectural design and New Zealand building regulations.
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Our team are renowned for their ability to quickly translate concepts into design renderings, saving clients both time and money. Our 3D rendering is all pre-picture realistic; we can send our clients 3D models to spin around on their computers, which is our big point of difference.” If you are contemplating building, why not set up an appointment with Anderson Architecture, to discuss your dreams and goals? Visit https://www. andersonarchitecture.co.nz SeniorNet SeniorNet is a community training network that supports and motivates people to enjoy and use technology in their everyday lives. SeniorNet brings people over the age of 50 and technology together in a friendly, fun and stress-free way. It is for people who’d like to learn more
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about technology and what it can do for them; anything from simple word-processing to sending emails, using graphics, and generally making the most of their device. In small, friendly and stressfree classes, you’ll gain the skills and confidence you need to get the most out of information technology from tutors of your own age group. SeniorNet Marlborough Sounds is based in Linkwater Community Hall, 1349 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater where it runs courses, workshops and presentations. It also runs courses and workshops on demand in Picton and Havelock. Several times a year it holds an Open Day, where presenters give short talks on topical subjects between 10am and 3pm. These sessions are open to all and are free to members and cost $10 to non-members. A popular development has been the introduction of monthly “drop in” sessions, held between 1 and 3pm on the third Thursday of each month at Linkwater. Either call in at the hall, or if you prefer, one-to-one help sessions are available on requested topics. To book a session, phone Robert
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on 574 2333 or at Picton phone Philip on 021 628544. Sounds SeniorNet organises three interest groups: Digital Imaging, Smart Phones (both Android and Apple) and Family History. These are held monthly at Linkwater. Find out the latest information from their website: http://seniornetsounds.org.nz. BlueBerry IT “The BlueBerry story is more about people than technology. Success for us is how we use our growth to give back to our region,” Richard Butler, Director, BlueBerryIT. Daring to be different, 10 years ago a new IT solutions company named itself after a fruit; a blueberry with immense health benefits that thrives in our fair clime. Daring to beat the odds, the company started during a recession, seeing the opportunity to serve the region’s businesses locally and better than anyone else. Today, BlueBerry is an iconic brand and award-winning Top of The South (Te Tau Ihu) business success story which invests significantly in its team of experts. The company works from Marlbor-
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past 12 months, the company has developed into a trusted, reliable supplier in the industry and its client database has grown to nearly 300 clients in the Top of the South. A self-proclaimed ‘techno-geek,’ Leon prides in keeping up-to-date with the latest hardware and technology and trialling new products to find the right solutions for each client. Leon’s services vary dramatically; from installing wireless meshing across motels and vineyards to setting up personal or industrial CCTV security systems. His wireless meshing and security systems are state-of-the-art smart products which can be cloud-managed from anywhere in the world via a smartphone. This enables the client to have total remote control over anything, from changing Wi-Fi passwords to arming/disarming and repositioning a security camera. To find out more, visit Sounds Security Data on Facebook. BP Computers Ltd From humble beginnings in 1996, the now 10-strong team at locally owned BP Computers Ltd serves the Marlborough and Kaikoura region in all things IT related – from a home user with one com-
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puter, to a large corporate network, and everything in between. With more than 100 years combined IT experience, the team at BP Computers take the hassle out of solving local’s home and business IT problems. Priding themselves in giving straight up no- nonsense IT advice, the team specialise in new systems sales, repair or optimisation of existing hardware, Office 365, reliable backup solutions, virus removal, data recovery, remote working and cloud-based solutions. They are passionate about keeping abreast of IT changes by constantly testing new technology. Tech Tip Backups are important. In cases such as fire and theft, data isn’t always recoverable. Think of backup like insurance. It’s a good idea to regularly check your backup to ensure they are working properly. If you have an IT issue, the BP Computers team can come to you, or you can call them on 03 57 9498 or send an email to sales@bpcomputers.co.nz. Or you can drop into 17 Kinross Street. Blenheim Electronics Looking for anything electronic? There’s a fair chance Blenheim
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Electronics has what you’re looking for. Blenheim Electronics is the region’s local authorised Jaycar reseller and has over 7000 Jaycar product lines available through its store. “Jaycar is the number one electronics retailer in Australasia,” says store manager, Phillip Albrey. “We are here to help people connect their devices up and gets things going.” Established nearly 10 years ago, Blenheim Electronics has the widest range of cables and connectors in town, if you need to connect to your cellphone, computer, stereo, TV or other devices, there’s a great chance they will have what you’re looking for. They also have components for repairing things while also specialising in solar and security. If you’re planning to head away in your campervan or caravan, be sure to check out their fantastic GETAWAY TECH: waterproof floating spotlights for when you are outside in the rain, and their 12 or 24 volt fridges/freezers if you are going away for a while and need to keep your food frozen. Blenheim Electronics also has great security systems for making sure your house is safe while
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you’re gone. Plus you’ll love their hot new ‘go-pro’ alternative camera for just $100. Phillip and his team have a world of electronic knowledge, so if you’re after some expert advice they are on hand to help you out. You can find Blenheim Electronics at 8C Scott Street in central Blenheim. Sweep Internet Did you know that there is a world class internet service provider based right here in Marlborough? Sweep Internet offers the same products and options as the ‘big guys’ but with a strong and unique point of difference. They are welcoming, approachable and take pride in providing a personable, reliable, first-class service. Sweep is 100% locally owned and oper-
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ated by a couple of loyal Marlburians. Although Chris and Lisa have an existing client base across the length of the country, they are thrilled to be settled in Marlborough, bringing their 20+ years of expertise in the industry to benefit the local community. They are proud to be of assistance to local business’ navigating the impacts of covid 19. As part of their role in the economic recovery response for the region, Sweep can work with any local business to reduce their internet, phone system and calling costs. If you would like to know if Sweep can help you, then definitely get in touch for a chat. Check them out online or call 0800 123 040 to talk to the team about making the switch to Sweep.
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OsGro Seed Servicesduring reaping what they sow Silver Linings a tough A Marlborough agronomy firm is playing a vital role in helping Phillip Neal drought hit farmers. Marlborough Federated Farmers OsGro Seed Services started subPresident sidiary business OsFeed in June in response to the to the drought ‘Every dark cloud has a silver linthat hit Marlborough in Deceming’ is an old saying but a truism ber. as we navigate from Covid 19 More than 7000 tonnes of feed lockdown to our new normal. have been sold already, says coThis last year farming has had owner Jeremy Oswald. four dark clouds hanging over “Because of the drought this year head. we’ve sold a significant tonnage of M Bovis along with T. B. keep multi-feed nuts and in excess of rearing their ugly heads. 700 tonnes of feed just during the The governments persistence in drought.” pushing the one standard rule Recent rain has helped green up to fit all farms in the freshwater, the grass, he says, but won’t be environmental and greenhouse enough to make a major differgases reforms. ence. To add insult to injury, many “Marlborough has had some farmers continue to be badly good recent rain and the grass is affected by the country-wide green, but still short. drought. “Some of our guys are about to Now for the positives of a counstart lambing. The country has try-wide shut down. greened up but the feed situation New Zealanders have an incredhasn’t improved,” he says. ible spirit and I’m proud to be a Agronomy solutions specialist New Zealander with 99 per cent OsGro Seed Services has been of us doing the right thing. helping Marlborough, Tasman,
and West Coast farmers reach their maximum production poWe did it not because of a governtential since 2012. ment edict but because we knew Jeremy and Alice Oswald and this was right and proper for our their team specialise in the profellow New Zealanders, especially duction, processing, and selling the elderly and vulnerable. of grain and seed, providing onThe Anzac spirit of past gensite agronomy advice, customerations is alive on both sides of made seed mixes, and brokerage the Tasman as we all humbly go services. about our business. The sale of pasture and forage We are fortunate like Australia to seed is a significant part of OsGro be island nations and have been and something Jeremy and the able to easily close our borders. team are very proud of. My second positive is that farm“We like to try to differentiate ers have been in the privileged from others by going out and lisposition of carrying on farming tening to our clients’ needs and business during lockdown. wants and providing them with a Now however it is time for farmreally good agronomic solution,” ers to help other New Zealanders Jeremy says. who haven’t fared so well. “We focus on each farm from soil One of the ways to do this is for testing to grazing management farmers to donate stock (cows, and establish really close relationsheep or deer) through a site set ships with our clients. up by a group of innovative farm“Every time we go up a driveway, ers in conjunction with Silver we’re thinking about what value Fern Farms. we can add to our client’s busiYou will find information on ness.” the website meattheneed.org. or OsFeed’s multi-feed nuts have phone 0800 632 884 (meatthehad a great response from
“We will never achieve full eradication but from our report we’ve mapped out a clear pathway to help farmers to reduce it.” Jeremy is proud to report for the past three years, winners and runners up of the Marlborough Sheep and Beef Farmer of the Year competition have all been active clients of OsGro Seed Services. OsGro covers an area from Nelson and Marlborough down to Kaikoura on the east and to Forage and catch crops catch nutrients left behind by the previous Greymouth on the West Coast, a crop and limit leaching and erosion. Photo: Supplied. large area with different growing farmers and stock alike, and previous crop and to limit the conditions from one town to the Jeremy has had reports of likes of leaching and erosion.” next. young sheep transitioning on Jeremy says more and more farm- “Key to our business is it’s not one to the feed extremely easily. ers are wanting to talk to OsGro size fits all, every mix that goes In the past 18 to 24 months, Os- about environmental issues, and out the door is a custom seed Gro has been working closely it’s something the team are very mix, everything is customised to with farmers as they strive to clued up on. suit the customer’s demands, the adapt to a whole new environ“We’ve Phillip recently worked demands of their farm, and what Marlborough Federated Farmers president Neal. Photo:with Supplied. mental aspect of their farming Marlborough District Council they are trying to achieve.” businesses. and Landcare Research on the OsFeed stocks a range of animal need). working with clients on control Silver Fern FarmsNeedle will arrange community groups who will then “We’re of Chilean Grass.” feeds for farm and domestic anicollection and processing. distribute the meat to vulnerable You will be asked for details e.g. such things as forage crops and While the problem pest may nev- mals in 10kg to 1000kg bags, as howuse many stock andtotype The the Need’ are in New Zealanders. the of catch crops catchdoall er beboard, wiped ‘Meat out completely, it can well as Leg Up equine oil and monated. communication with volunteer Remember this is just the start the nutrients left behind by the be reduced, Jeremy says. lasses.
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Biosecurity warning as calving approaches farm season Bosses at Ministry of Primary Industries are calling for dairy of an economic downturn where farmers to make biosecurity a many New Zealanders will suffer top priority during calving this economic and mental stress. spring. The third positive is that while The Mycoplasma bovis (M.bovis) tourism is in disarray and will be in Programme partners* are enthe foreseeable future, farming will couraging dairy farmers and calf be the anchor of our economy. rearers to be especially careful Farmers who have been taking a when it comes to tagging calves. bit of a beating from the media and M. bovis Programme director some members of the public, have Stuart Anderson says while the now their profile lifted, which has effort to eradicate M. bovis is boosted farming morale. making excellent progress, poor We have the opportunity to take up biosecurity practices at calving the slack and for primary industries could draw out the eradication including farming to become bigprocess. ger and better industries in the fu«There is very little M. bovis inture. This will require support from fection left in the national herd. local and central government. “Currently, there are just six AcWe need financial support but more tive Confirmed Properties, and importantly, I hope there will be a only two of those have infected releasing of the handbrake on all cattle still on the farm. the laws, rules and regulations that “However, if there are just one or are stifling growth in our country. two farms that we haven›t found We have so much potential! yet they can inadvertently spread A classic example of this is the serithe infection around the entire ous drought in the Hawkes Bay. country. The Ruataniwha Dam on the “Just one untagged or unregisTukituki river would not only have tered calf could spread infection
to an entire herd, so it›s critical all in the system within 48 hours. farmers correctly tag calves, regKeep groups of calves separate paved the way for huge economic ister them in NAIT, and record all for 48 hours before mixing them potential in Central Hawkes Bay movements this spring,” he says. while you observe them for disbut more importantly enhanced the «Achieving lifetime traceabilease. health of the river. ity for our national herd starts at Keep calf rearing facilities and (The Ruataniwha Dam was stopped calving. Accurate NAIT records equipment clean, and limit how by a minority group of zealous proallow us to quickly track down many people access calf rearing testers and lawyers). any calves which have left an inareas. We need to put into practise ‘outfected herd, and to identify all of Get people accessing calf rearside the box’ ideas. their close contacts and get them ing areas to clean their boots and Let’s look at attracting wealthy tourtested to make sure the infection personal protection equipment ists cashed up and ready to spend in hasn›t spread.» (PPE), and any other equipment, New Zealand. Raw waste milk also creates a high and clean them again when they Covid-19 symptom-free overseas Terie Pawhau and Cobbler McManaway enjoying their first Farmers’ Market with their fresh fish biosecurity risk – and DairyNZ›s leave. tourists could be isolated for 14 stall. Photo: Supplied. advice is that farmers should not Remove sick calves to a dedicated days on New Zealand farms before be feeding waste milk to calves. sick pen. venturing out to the rest of New Waste milk can be a source for Only buy NAIT-tagged calves Zealand. many diseases and other issues in with accurate and up-to-date reImagine the attractiveness of beThere is little M. bovis infection left nationally but farmers should cords, and record their arrival on calves as their systems develop. ing able to move freely in an island Marlborough Farmers’ Market ing of 1 to 2m can be observed.” And next week the popular biosecurity a priority during calving. Photo: Alexander to your farm. If you are supplying raw milk to be making country with no restrictions. welcome another returned on Sunday after COV- Neville says they were very Ifmarket calf rearing operations, the milk Robertson/RNZ you sellwill or give away milk for They would not want to go home ID-19 restrictions were relaxed pleased with how well the cus- new stall, a French bakery that should be treated (either pasteurfeeding calves, keep a record of and farming families could employ to level 2. tomers handled the changes. takes space of to. Lola's French ised or treated with citric acid), Ministry thethe milk went for Primary Industries requirements, but require a spe- who others, while earning extra income. Market manager Neville White “It was quick and swift to move Bakery. before the milk leaves your farm. (MPI), DairyNZ, and Beef + cific tag). Keep accurate records of all of This is a plea to all ‘number 8 wire’ heZealand. market went really well. Register through gate thanks to our your “Thank you totransactions, the public for You also should keep accurate Lambsays financial inNew thatthe calf into the NAIT New Zealanders who can fix most "Unfortunately we have to do volunteers,” he says. supporting the local growers at and up-to-date records about Tag every calf (and put the tag in system against your NAIT num- cluding calf sales, just in case you things, use your imagination and contact tracing,” he says. the market, and we can’t wait to The first market since lockdown what farms you have provided well) that is born on your farm ber before it is moved off your have to make an insurance or bimake things happen, remember out “It is confusing people a little, began, Neville says it was very welcome you back next week,” milk to. osecurity compensation claim in (bobby calves going direct to farm. of adversary comes opportunity. but itare means that from socialNAIT distanc-Record successful with 30 stalls present. the Neville says. *Programme partners are the slaughter future. exempt that movement off-farm
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Marlborough landmark protected Silver Linings during a tough and lake to be fenced off from stock Phillip Neal Marlborough Federated Farmers President Chloe Ranford
Local Democracy Reporter ‘Every dark cloud has a silver lining’ is an Marlborough old saying butlandmark a truism A natural as we navigate from Covid will be protected forever, while19a lockdown normal. lake famedto our for new hosting cricket This last year farming had during dry weather will has be profour dark clouds hanging over tected from stock. head.Needles and Chancet Rocks The M Bovis keep have beenalong placedwith intoT.a B. 70-hecrearing their ugly heads. tare Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) The governments persistence in National Trust covenant by farmpushing the one standard rule er Rick Stolwerk, whose family to fitowned all farms the since freshwater, has the in land 2005. environmental and greenhouse The family already had a 60ha gases reforms. covenant on their land. To add injury, many The trustinsult helps to landowners profarmers continue to beheritage badly tect cultural and natural affected by the sites on private landcountry-wide through ledrought. gally binding covenants, which Nowvoluntary, for the positives are but pass of to aallcounsubtry-wide shut down. sequent owners once put in place. New ZealandersNelson have an incredMarlborough, and Tasible spirit and I’m proud be a man QEII Trust regional torepreNew Zealander with 99 per sentative Tom Stein thoughtcent the of us doing block the right thing. Stolwerk’s was now the
We did it not because of a government edict but because we knew this wasprivate right and proper forland our largest conservation fellow New Zealanders, especially on Marlborough’s east coast. the elderly and vulnerable. Tom says the Needles were a The Anzac spirit of past gen“spectacular” limestone outcrop. erations is alive on both sides of “There’s half a dozen plants growthe Tasman as we all humbly go ing there which only grow on about our business. limestone. We are fortunate like Australia to “They’re threatened because be island nations been limestone itself is and not have common. able to easily close our borders. Behind the Needles are gulleys My second positive is thatand farmwith big, native forests ... ers have been in the privileged there’s not a lot of native forests position of carrying on farming left in South Marlborough. ” business during lockdown. Rick says the idea was to protect Now however it is time farmthreatened coastal plantsforand an ers to help other archaeological siteNew thatZealanders dates back who fared so well. to thehaven’t 14th century. One of the ways do this is for He is looking totoretire another farmers to donate stock (cows, 200ha of land from grazing and sheep itor into deer)a through set place covenanta site in the up by a group of innovative farmhope of regrowing native vegetaers in conjunction with Silver tion. Fernin Farms. “All all, about a third of our You on land will wouldfind be information in a QEII covthe website meattheneed.org. or enant.” phone 0800 632 884 (meattheMarlborough District Council bi-
its southern end about 24 centiosecurity officer Mike Aviss says metres higher than its northern the new covenant was a refuge for end, affecting its drainage. rare ecosystems, like dunes. The Needles was also one of 713 Ward farmer Dave Barker had already stopped his cattle from significant natural areas in the reaccessing the lake and would use gion protected for their ecologithe fence to exclude his sheep. cal significance. “It’s good that it’s gradually being Eighteen of those sites, or about fenced up, because if we don’t, 9200ha, were identified this year, then the riparian vegetation which equated to “about the size doesn’t get to recover,” Barker of the plains of Marlborough”, he said. says. Native vegetation could help preThe council has invested more vent erosion at the lake, caused by than $1 million to help landownstrong winds kicking up powerful ers improve the sites since 2003, with $120,000 spent in the 2019- Council biosecurity officer waves on the lake’s surface. 20 financial year. Landowners Mike Aviss at the Needles ear- Barker says part of the reason his had contributed $200,000 last lier this year. Photo: Chloe Ran- family bought land near the lake ford/LDR. six years ago was to look after it, year. and it “continued to surprise”. Plans were in place to fence off the Peter Hamill says the fence would Marlborough Federated Farmers president Phillip Neal. Photo: Supplied. entire perimeter of Lake Elterwa- not prevent cricket games from People travel from as far off as ter, a significant natural area four being held on the lake’s drier Rotoroa to see its uncommon need). Silver Fern Farms will arrange birds, community who then like allgroups four of thewill nation’s kilometres north of Ward, after days. collection and processing. distribute the meat to vulnerable You will be asked for details e.g. the council reached an agreement But the council were unsure if it southern crested grebes. how nearby many landowners. stock and type do- would The board, ‘Meat Need’ arethe in New Zealanders. with ever dry outthe again after nated. communication with volunteer Council environmental scientist 2016 Kaikōura earthquake raised Remember this is just the start
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Central, Waitohi victorious Peter Jones Reporter
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Central underlined their division one rugby pedigree at Awarua Park on Saturday afternoon, romping past home side Moutere 54-0. In gloomy conditions, with constant light rain throughout and the floodlights on, the Blues achieved a commendable level of co-ordination, enabling them to run in eight tries, seven of which were expertly converted by fullback Mitch Smith. Moutere’s cause was not helped by the fact they were reduced to 14 men midway through the first half when No 8 Peceli Katonawale was sent off for a breakdown infringement. The Blues, who were without Braden Stewart and Nigel Satherley this week, were on the board early through inspirational hooker Jesse MacDonald. Soon after, Moutere lost hooker Pene Toa to the sin bin for a high tackle and Central scored again, through a clever bit of work from first five Liam Duncan. That pretty much summed up the afternoon for the Magpies, who battled away but too often turned over possession cheaply and were unable to string lengthy phases together. By halftime Central had three more tries, the score was 33-0 and the match was effectively over. However, they kept their foot on the throat during the second spell, a double to centre Timoci Tavatavanawai and a final touchdown by No 8 Matt McCormick
against his former club rubbing salt into the wound. Young loosie Edan Fitzpatrick was outstanding for the Blues, along with halfback Ethan Jones, Duncan, Smith and midfielder Jake Cresswell. Tristian Taylor, who played in a variety of positions, was Moutere’s best, along with hard-working skipper Luke Scott. Victory ensured the Blues remain unbeaten for the season, and retain the Weekly Challenge Cup which they claimed from Renwick last week. Meanwhile, in Picton, the home side rebounded from their loss to Moutere a fortnight ago to tip over Renwick 32-20 at Endeavour Park. The match was a see-sawing affair, the return of experienced Mako utility back Tim O’Malley and player/coach Jimmy Giles at No 8 making a difference in the latter stages when Waitohi assumed control. The home side held a narrow 10-8 advantage at the break and picked up a further three second half tries to claim a bonus point, while Renwick relied on the trusty boot of fullback Michael Dillon, who landed five penalties to keep them in touch as the match see-sawed throughout. Giles said the difference was that his side won a few of the key moments in the latter stages. “It was tit-for-tat, in the end a few turnovers made the difference,” he suggested. “The last couple of weeks have been below our best work … this time we played for each other, became brothers again.”
Central midfielder Timoci Tavatavanawai slides in under the Moutere posts for his second try at Awarau Park on Saturday. Photo: Peter Jones. Waitohi’s player of the day was lock Dylan Burns, who bagged two of their tries. Giles had praise for their young front rowers Saka Kavila and Luke Bergman who anchored a capable scrum in the absence of the experienced Manu Mataele and Losi Malimali. Taine Cragg-Love, Mote Malimali, Karlos Tautari, fullback Gannon Karena and first five Dylan McManaway also made big impacts. For Renwick No 8 Kurt Schollum had a strong game on both attack
and defence, halfback Ruairidh Swan cleared the ball well and kicked intelligently while Dillon had another top outing at the back. Division one scores: Central 54 (Jesse MacDonald 3, Timoci Tavatavanawai 2, Matt McCormick, Jake Cresswell, Liam Duncan tries, Mitch Smith 7 con) Moutere 0. HT: 33-0. Waitohi 32 (Dylan Burns 2, Gannon Karena, Taimi Fangatua tries,Tim O’Malley 3 con, 2 pen) Renwick 20 (Alex Barnsley try, Michael Dillon 5 pen). HT: 10-8
Waitohi Meanwhile, the Marlborough division two competition began on Saturday. MBC Old Boys opened the competition with a 12-0 win over Moutere at Awarua Park, Awatere prevailed 32-5 over Renwick at the Renwick Domain and Central beat Pelorus 57-7 in Havelock. In the Tasman women’s division one competition Moutere went down 77-20 to Riwaka, while Central were beaten 87-10 by reigning champions Waimea Old Boys.
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TUESDAY 21 July 2020
Rangers, Bullets notch important wins
Peter Jones
Rangers AFC are back in the winning business, downing Nelson FC 3-1 at A and P Park on Saturday afternoon. After drawing their previous encounter, their only glitch on a winning record this season, Rangers dug deep after conceding the first goal against the second-placed side in the Nelson division one football league. They downed Nelson FC 4-0 the only other time they have met, in the first game of the season, but Rangers’ player/coach Tore Waechter said their opponents on Saturday were a
better combination. “This was one of the biggest three points [wins] I have been part of,” said the experienced midfielder. “I was impressed with how the guys didn’t let their heads drop after we went down 1-0. They certainly showed plenty of resolve.” And they had to because Nelson FC began superbly, effectively turning the tables on the home side, who had set up their previous win with an early period of fast, accurate “quality football”. “We were left chasing shadows in the first 20 minutes,” said Tore. “They
could have been more goals up. We have usually dictated the early stages of our games but not this time … they pressured us every time we had possession.” “However we didn’t panic and slowly worked our way back into the game.” Rangers’ recovery began with a goal to Tore himself, 10 minutes before the break, levelling the scores and offering a confidence boost to the home side. After halftime, FC Nelson again began strongly, but this time Rangers reacted quicker, having identified their rival’s key players. Rangers’ second goal came midway through the half, a lengthy goal kick taken by Harrison Pine clearing Nelson’s defenders and allowing Carl Connor-McClean an opportunity which he took clinically. He scored his second soon after, as the Nelson heads began to drop, skilful play on the right from Sam Pearson setting up the chance. From then on Rangers “shut up shop”, man-marking the most dangerous Nelson players, which raised the visitor’s frustration levels in a game that got “a bit heated” at times. The home side utilised a back four formation of player-ofthe-day Jordy Columbus, Liam Sluiter, Harrison Pine and Ollie Baker which proved effective. “It was a great way to start the second round,” said Tore. Bullets win again Meanwhile the BV Blenheim Bullets women’s team continued their progress up the Nelson division one table, beating Motueka AFC 8-2 in Motueka on Saturday. Bullets fired up early, Tessa Hyland notching their first in the third minute. Tiana Williams was next to
Sam Johanson, playing for the Rangers Kiwis side, and Anton Jossy, right, from Blenheim Valley Phoenix chase the ball down the sideline at Oliver Park during their 12th grade clash on Saturday morning. Photos: Peter Jones. score 10 minutes later, followed by a goal to Lauren Sloan in the 27th minute. The home side pulled one back but second goals to Hyland and Sloan saw the visitors ahead 5-1 at the break. Kirsten Pease scored their sixth, Hannah Martin their seventh then Pease completed her brace in the final minutes. Bullets’ head coach Ian Thomas said, “It was a huge effort today from all the BV squad. Player of the day, for consistent work rate was Alicia McLeod.” Next week Bullets face the table-topping Richmond Foxes. Marlborough club scene Bottle-O BV Masters wrapped up the Mayfield Motorworld Marlborough division one first round title when previous leaders Central Wolves, 10 points, slipped up on Saturday. Masters, on eight points, took on BV Cobras at Athletic Park, needing all three points to eclipse Wolves. In the end, a Michael Jay goal in the 20th minute was enough to decide this tight match. Meanwhile, at A and P Park, Wolves were beaten 3-2 by Call Care Trojans, who led 3-1 at
halftime, following a brace of goals to Tomas Lupani and one to Niall O’Donohue. Steve McCaa scored both Wolves’ goals. The third match saw Rangers Clubs of Marlborough register their first win of the season, downing Central Buccaneers 3-1 after leading 3-0 at halftime. Final standings: BV Masters 11, Wolves 10, Trojans 7, Cobras 6, Buccaneers 4, Rangers CoM 4. In division two Rangers Development, who had already sewn up the first round, beat Picton Crow Tavern 6-4 at Athletic Park. Trojans Dribbles beat Call Care Spartans 6-1 while Rangers Masters downed Central Privateers 4-1 at A and P after the scores were locked 1-1 at the break. Keagan Mortimer notched a hat-trick. Final standings: Rangers Development 18, Trojans Dribbles 11, Redwood Masters 10, Picton 9, Rangers Masters 7, Spartans 6, Privateers 0. Now senior football splits into three divisions, five teams contesting division one, four vying for division two honours and four doing battle in division three.
Leo Langley, from the BV All Stars side, slams a ball into the net.
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Mako WTG squad named Peter Jones
The Tasman Rugby Union have named a powerful Mako Wider Training Group squad for the forthcoming match against their Wellington counterparts in Blenheim on Wednesday, July 29. Kick-off is 2.30pm at Lansdowne Park 1. The squad contains several players who have turned out for the full Mako side in recent times, including Isaac Salmon, Jacob Norris, Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta, Blair Prinsep, Isaiah Miller, Braden Stewart, Taina Fox-Matamua, Jack Grooby, Tim O’Malley and Jamie Spowart. The Tasman Wider Training Group squad for the Wellington clash.
Marlborough player Oscar Parkinson reaches high to attempt a forehand return during his doubles match with brother Felix against Joe Yank and Will Poff. Photos: Peter Jones.
Forwards Kershawl Sykes-Martin - Nelson,
SUPER RUGBY TIPPING
Tennis juniors battle for titles Peter Jones The Marlborough Tennis Association hosted the New World Blenheim Marlborough Junior Winter Open on July 11-12, one of the first junior tournaments to occur since lockdown. Despite being held amid school holiday activities a strong turnout from locals and visitors enjoyed superb weather conditions and tight competition at the Forrest Winery Marlborough Tennis Centre. The girls open division saw some high-quality tennis. The singles final featured Cantabrians Nishitha Maarka, the top seed, and Lily Mcharg. Maarka took out the title 6-2, 6-1 and then the pair combined to win the doubles title over Marlborough players Grace Howard and Ella Sowman, who fought
hard but eventually lost 6-4, 6-3. The boys open division singles title was won convincingly by Nelson and NZ representative Harry Pugh, while local brothers Oscar and Felix Parkinson claimed the doubles title. North Island visitor Annabel Chapman went through six matches in total undefeated, claiming the girls 12 and under singles title over Emmeline Gale and then combining with Dallas Ehau to win the doubles. The 12 and under boys grade saw close matches and long games. Mathew Campbell from Dunedin won the final over Eejin Tay and then combined with Anzac Robinson-Hawkins to win the doubles over the local duo of Elijah O’Donnell and Sid Yank.
In the 10 and 12 under girls section a mixed division was created. Bessie Barry from West Coast won the final against Aviva Kurtovic 6-3, 6-0. The 10 and under boys comprised a nine-strong field and also featured some lengthy matches. Jake Karathra survived a marathon two-hour semi-final, then took out the singles title 4-1, 4-0 over Frank Mcharg. He also won the doubles, combining with Zac Fleming to defeat Santiago Brozzo and Nick Rayner in a tense final 5-4, 5-4. The 8 and 10 under boys joined some 10-year-olds in a special division. Vatsal Maarka defeated Samuel Gale to claim the 8s title and locals Kobe Hart and Charlie Clark played the final, Kobe defeating Charlie 5-3, 4-1.
Matt Graham Williams – Stoke, Leopino Maupese – Marist, Eden Beech – Waimea, Max Fraine – Waimea, Sam Matenga – Kahurangi, Isaac Salmon – Nelson, Blair Prinsep – Stoke, Hopoate Taufa – Marist, Max Hicks – Marist, Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta – Stoke, Antonio Shalfoon – Stoke, Isaiah Miller – Nelson, Jacob Norris – Marist, Anton Segner – Nelson, Braden Stewart – Central, Taina Fox-Matamua – Marist. Backs Jack Grooby – Stoke, Mitch Barry – Waimea, Tim O’Malley – Waitohi, Campbell Parata – Waimea, Timoci Tavatavanawai – Central, Nick Foxley – Nelson, Michael Stringer – Waimea, Apitone Vaka – Wanderers, Rahiri Whitera – Marist, Taine Robinson – Stoke, Jamie Spowart – Marist.
O U R LO C A L S P I C K T H E I R W I N N E R S CRUSADERS vs HURRICANES Amy Vercoe - 16pts
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Chris Mitchell - 14pts
Ryan Pigou - 13pts
Lauren Palatchie - 13pts
Bridget Gane - 11pts
Jamie Norton - 11pts
Peter Jones - 11pts
John Tapp - 10pts
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Joe Yank stretches for a forehand return.
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LAST WEEKS RESULTS: Hurricanes 29 v Blues 27 | Chiefs 31 v Higlanders 33
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Nelson College prove too strong Peter Jones Nelson College came away with the spoils when they met traditional rivals Marlborough Boys’ College in a University of Canterbury championship clash on the MBC front field yesterday. In a match that was closer than the final score suggests, Nelson prevailed 43-17, a couple of late tries inflating the final margin. Nelson led 17-7 at halftime but MBC replied straight after oranges with a slick solo try to Kyren Taumoefolau which narrowed the gap to five points. However, a lack of regular field position and quality set piece ball meant the home side were unable to take control of the match. They also suffered from a spate of handling errors, especially in the first half, which slowed their momentum.
In contrast, the visitors, expertly guided around the park by the talented inside back combination of halfback Justin Yokoyama and first five Cooper Grant ensured Nelson made the most of the chances that came their way and kept the home crowd out of the game. They came up against some dogged MBC defence, led by loose forwards Manase Taufa and Toby McLeod, but were ultimately too good for the home side, who battled gamely until the final whistle. Scores: Nelson College 43 (Dylan Irvine, Nic Sauira 2, Jacob Neha-Manihera, Netani Baleisomosomo, Daniel Dixon tries, Cooper Grant pen, 4 con, Ethan Burt con) Marlborough Boys’ College 17 (Viliami Napa’a, Ryan McLeod, Kyren Taumoefolau tries, Taumoefolau con). HT: 17-7 Nelson College.
MBC flanker Manase Taufa bursts down the sideline during Monday’s First XV clash on the MBC front field. In support is winger Charles Tupoutoa. Photo: Peter Jones.
Table tennis contingent shine at NI champs Peter Jones
The Marlborough contingent at the three-day North Island championships punched well above their weight, returning south with eight medals. The championships were staged in Petone from July 10-12, with every member of the five-strong team picking up at least one medal. On day one, Marlborough players Matt Pigou and Jacqui Wood claimed gold medals at the Empire Stadium. Fourth-seeded Matt won the men’s C grade with some outstanding performances. The grade comprised 19 players from the Central North Island to Southland, with Matt finishing second in his pool in qualifying. He was placed in the top half of the draw meaning that he played the winners of the groups. In the semi-final, he beat Jonathan Wong 4-11, 9-11, 11-5, 11-7, 14-12 in a cliff-hanger. In the final Matt beat Wanganui’s Larn Sweeney 11-8, 8-11, 5-11, 11-8, 11-5, impressing with some heavily-spun forehands. Marlborough’s domination of the C grade continued as Jacqui Wood powered her way to four straight wins in the women’s section. At the same venue in 1975 and 1977, the Marlborough girls’ under-18 team, led by Debbie Strat-
ford, won the national A grade junior girls title. The A grade was contested on Saturday, bringing more success for the local contingent. Due to the top seeds defaulting, the women’s doubles was played in a round-robin format. Jacqui and Vanessa Wood-Lin were two sets down against the second seeds, a Manawatu/ Southland combination before winning in five. The mother/daughter combination were also very competitive in the final before finishing with a silver medal. Alex Kennedy and Nathan Watson put out the fourth seeds in the men’s doubles and went out to the top seeds and eventual winners in the semi-final to claim bronze. In the women’s A grade singles, Jacqui finished second in her pool to Auckland’s highly-rated Joanna Wang, who went on to win the under-15 and under-18 girls’ singles titles and reached the women’s final. In post-section play, Jacqui put up a strong showing against third seed Gina Lui. Alex lost to New Zealand’s rising star Nathan Xu in pool play , but won his next match to make the last 32. Nathan, who still has several years in the under-18s, won the men’s singles title. The final day saw the B grade titles shared out.
Jacqui Wood and Matt Pigou claimed gold medals on day one of the North Island championships. Photo: Supplied. Jacqui won the women’s B grade singles crown, up against some of the country’s most promising juniors. Jacqui’s experience came through as she served strategically, varied the spin and moved her opponents around to create attacking opportunities. She beat Emily Jin 11-8, 11-9, 11-8 in what was effectively the final, then added the B grade women’s doubles title with Wellington’s Lisa Yue. Jacqui, who is a member of the NZ Training Squad, beat two fellow members of that squad during the weekend. The men’s B grade singles attracted 30 entries, with Nathan playing above his seeding to top his pool. In post-section play he got
to the semi-final where he lost to James Harter, the top seed. Nathan and Alex continued their good doubles form, beating an experienced Wellington duo in the semi-finals before losing to the top seeds, to claim silver. Roll of honour Gold - B Grade Women’s Singles (Jacqui Wood); C Grade Women’s Singles (Jacqui); C Grade Men’s Singles (Matt Pigou); B Grade Women’s Doubles (Jacqui/Lisa Yue - Wellington) Silver - A Grade Women’s Doubles (Jacqui/Vanessa Wood-Lin); B Grade Men’s Doubles (Nathan Watson/Alex Kennedy) Bronze - B Grade Men’s Singles (Nathan); A Grade Men’s Dou-
bles (Nathan/Alex) Club play Meanwhile, the second round of the local senior competition was played on July 9, with tight matches again in evidence. A Rose and Two Thorns beat Nathan Watson’s team 7-5 with one match in particular being a standout. Jason Kennedy and Marion Wood, who were unbeaten in mixed doubles in 2018 playing for Marlborough, beat Nathan and Janice Thompsett 11-7, 11-9, 5-11,7-11, 12-10 in a pulsating match. Forest Gump beat Wham Bam 8-4 in a clash that was closer than the score indicated. Billy Hebberd won two singles convincingly while Jeff Sawyer also had two wins. Matthias Krönert led the way as Ken’s team beat The Haszards 7-5. Young Joseph Ruwhiu backed him up with two wins. After having a first round bye, The Northwestern kicked their season off with a 7-5 win over Nathan Cross’s team. Matt Pigou had a good night with three singles wins. Points: A Rose and Two Thorns (Jason) 15, Forest Gump (Billy) 15, Nathan Cross’s team 13, Jacqui’s team 11*, Wham Bam (Alex) 11, The Haszards (Josh) 11, Ken’s Team 10, Nathan Watson’s Team 10, The Northwestern (Matt) 8*. * indicates that team has had the bye.
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