Marlborough Weekly - 29 September 2020

Tuesday 29 September 2020

Model behaviour

Leading the way Page 15

Page 5

Local to win $5000 cash Wairau Pharmacy retail manager Kaleigh Mackel, Marlborough Media owner Summa MacDonald and Lynfords marketing manager Mel Greenwood are excited to give one lucky Marlburian $5000. Photo: Matt Brown.

Thirty two local businesses are offering the chance for one of their customers to win $5000 cash.

Shop n Win is now in its third year and sees retailers join together to offer the huge prize just in time for the Christmas season.

Last year more than 30,000 entries were received with Blenheim’s Keegan Graham winning the

major cash prize.

Every person who shops at one of the participating retailers and correctly fills in the simple entry form is in the draw, with the winner being announced at the end of October.

Marlborough Media owner Summa MacDonald says the competition has grown over the years and

this year is on track to be the biggest yet.

“There’s so much excitement out there for Shop n Win. It’s such a cool competition and we’re thrilled to bring it to this region.

“It’s a great competition for retailers because one of their customers could win $5000 and it’s a great way to encourage locals to

shop locally. It’s a win-win.”

Retailers say the competition, which started last week, is already proving popular with thousands of entries already received.

Summa says she hopes the competition will receive more than 40,000 entries this year.

“From the businesses I’ve been speaking with over the past week

I really think we can beat last year’s total, in fact I think we can smash it so I really encourage Marlburians to get behind local businesses and be in with the chance of winning some serious cash.”

For a full list of the participating retailers see the back page of this newspaper.

REASSURINGLY LOCAL TREATMENT @ The Churchill Private Hospital in Blenheim

 Cosmetic Botulinum  Dermal Fillers  Lip Enhancement  Liquid Facelift  Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

BOOK YOUR COMPLIMENTARY, NO OBLIGATION, INITIAL COSMEDICAL CONSULTATION Brittany Fenwick - Cosmetic Nurse

Call 03 548 8216 - www.enhanceskin.co.nz locally owned and operated

www.marlboroughweekly.co.nz

2

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

100% locally owned and operated

News

SBK Back to the Roots Festival will be held at the Clubs of Marlborough between the 9th and 11th of October. Trent Norman and Rebekah Codlin put in some practice ahead of the two-day event which will feature workshops, performances and dancing. Visit salsagroove.nz for further information. Photo: Malinda Boniface.

News

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Online only move puts people at risk Matt Brown Vulnerable people are at risk of losing access to vital services, a community organisation warns.

A bid to move government services online and out of local communities is putting some people at risk say Citizen Advice Bureau (CAB) staff.

Now staff have launched a petition calling for government bosses to urgently address digital exclusion.

Marlborough Citizens Advice volunteer Tiffany Cross says the move to online-only is deeply concerning and affects a large cross-section of society.

“People of all ages are coming to us stressed and frustrated about their experiences of trying to access government services,” she says.

“It’s getting harder to access human support from government agencies, but people’s need for face-to-face services is as real as ever.”

A report, released by CAB just before Covid restrictions in New Zealand, reveals digital exclusion affects people across all demographics.

The report, ‘Face to Face with Digital Exclusion’ puts the

Marlborough Citizens Advice volunteer Tiffany Cross. spotlight on the impacts of government digital services on inclusion and wellbeing in society “While online services are great for some people, the drive towards online-only is leaving some of the most vulnerable members of the community behind.”

Tiffany says CAB is left to pick up the pieces and shoulder the costs.

“Many of these individuals seek the support of the CAB because they need access to face-to-face services, paper-based resources, and empathetic human connection.

“This has a very real impact on local CABs who are carrying the burden of this cost-shifting by government agencies.”

The CAB is asking all candidates in the upcoming election to support the recommendations of its digital exclusion report and pledge their support to the following: 1. Leave no-one behind: Ensure that steps are taken to address digital exclusion and that no-one is left behind or left out because they can’t or don’t wish to engage online.

2. Public services accessible to all: Implement accessibility and inclusion standards for the delivery of public services that include offline channels as part of the proactive design of government service delivery.

3. CAB compensated for costshifting: Ensure that the Citizens Advice Bureau is properly funded to meet the demands and costshifting that has resulted from government services going online.

The CAB has issued a pledge statement for candidates to sign up to. It is also asking for the public to get behind this by signing a petition, and Tiffany wants to assure people that “paper copies of the petition will also be available at your local CAB.”

or email paula@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

This week’s deals

Monday 28 September - Saturday 3 October 2020*

Lamb Leg

Braising Steak

.99

.99

bone in, fresh

12

$

kg

fresh

10

$

kg

No. 14 Chicken frozen

5

$

.50 each

Sliced Whole

Phone: (03) 578 4554 - Cnr Main Road Sth & Alabama Road, Blenheim Store Hours: Mon - Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sat: 7:00am-12:30 pm

westmeat.co.nz

Rump Steak $12.99 kg $10.99 kg *while stocks last

3

4

News

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Marlborough landowners at ‘breaking’ point as new water scheme draws closer Chloe Ranford Local Democracy Reporter Clean drinking water and farmland irrigation is no longer a pipe dream for one of the driest areas in New Zealand.

Permission is being sought to build Marlborough’s Flaxbourne Irrigation Scheme, which would see 1300 hectares of land between Grassmere and Ward irrigated to allow landowners to develop vineyards and mixed cropping.

It would also give Ward residents a “reliable” water supply which, once treated, could meet national drinking water standards.

Marlborough District Council filed a consent application with itself late last month on behalf of the Flaxbourne Community Irrigation Limited group to build the scheme.

The project started in 2008, but was delayed by a jump between water sources, landowner concerns and funding approval.

Group chair Kevin Loe says if the application was denied, delaying the $14.2 million scheme again, it might “break” landowners who had waited years to reap the benefits.

The consent application says all landowners within the proposed scheme’s area had committed to it, but Loe says this was less than the number who supported it originally.

“The ebb and flow of change means every time we’re almost there, someone need another study done that costs $30m.

“We hope we’re there now. The scheme is sustainable.”

The application says Marlborough’s east coast was one of the driest areas in New Zealand due to the “rain shadow” effect caused by the Southern Alps and Kaikōura Ranges.

Climate change could make droughts even more common.

Loe says wind evaporation was “very real” in the area.

But with the scheme in place, landowners could adapt to climate change and start growing crops they could not grow before, such as apples, kiwifruit, lavender or grapes.

“There will be pockets of all sorts of things,” he says.

“It’s also about succession through the generations. Smaller parcels of land will be able to keep doing something produc-

Marlborough District Council chief executive Mark Wheeler says the scheme will be paid for by landowners. Photo: Chloe Ranford/ LDR. tive, allowing landowners to keep land in the family.”

Council chief executive Mark Wheeler says the council agreed to cover the scheme’s estimated $14.2m cost, with the funds recovered from landowners who used the water.

“It’s all being covered by landowners,” he says. “In excess of

$1m has been spent to date.”

It would be owned and managed by the council, much like the Southern Valleys Irrigation Scheme, which fed water from the Wairau River to landowners south of Renwick.

Once in place, water would be taken from the Waimā/Ure River and pipe it to residents for irriga-

tion and drinking use.

During summer months, the scheme would take up to 260 litres a second of water from the river, with about 4 per cent of this going to residents in Ward.

Water to the town was currently untreated and did not comply with New Zealand’s drinking water standards.

Wheeler says Ward’s current drinking water scheme was owned by its residents, so it was up to them to decide how to pay for upgrades from the Flaxbourne Irrigation Scheme.

Residents would be consulted before resource consent requests to connect Ward to the scheme were submitted.

River channels would be built on the Waimā/Ure River each year to prevent the scheme from drying it out over summer.

The project was one of 16 put forward by the council to the Government’s ‘shovel ready’ initiative, but was unsuccessful. Blenheim’s new library and art gallery were funded instead.

Grape expectations for comp Rhys Hall from Indevin will be pitting his wits against five other finalists next month, competing for the coveted NZ Young Viticulturist of the Year title.

The talented finalist is hoping to take out the top spot at the milestone event, which will also mark the competition’s 15th anniversary.

Since 2006 the initiative has helped support passionate, young viticulturists grow, reach their goals and move into leadership roles within the wine industry.

Leadership & Communities Manager at NZ Winegrowers Nicky Grandorge is welcoming a chance for the industry to celebrate after a tumultuous few months.

This year’s National Final is being held in conjunction with the celebration so the fifteenth winner -The Corteva NZ Young Viticulturist of the Year 2020 will be announced at the dinner.

“In this challenging year, it is fantastic that we have made it through our six regional finals and are able to hold the National Final.

“This, along with reaching the fifteen-year milestone, is certainly something to celebrate and a wonderful opportunity to bring our passionate, big thinking winners together, many of whom are now senior leaders in our industry.” Nicky says.

The celebrations take place on Rhys Hall from Indevin. Photo: Supplied.

8 October in Martinborough.

News

News Art show: Volunteers and staff at Blenheim’s Millennium Public Art Galllery have chosen top picks from their personal collections to put on display for a new exhibition – Favourites.

The show, which opened on Saturday, showcases a selection of recent donations and community favourites from the Gallery’s permanent collection.

Alongside these publicly owned works are pieces on loan from the personal collections of gallery volunteer supporters and staff. The show runs into 25 October.

Cream tea treat: Blenheim’s senior citizens are invited to Crossroads to help celebrate the International Day of the Older Person with a special morning tea.

On Thursday 1 October over-65s will be served scones with jam and cream alongside their cuppa at the Crossroads dropin centre in Redwood St. “It’s our way of acknowledging our older people for the contribution they make to society,” Crossroads’ chair Stephen Vallance says.

“As grandparents, members of service clubs and as bearers of family and community history they enrich our town in so many ways.”

Active retirees form the backbone of the Crossroads volunteer crew, he says. There is no charge for the morning tea.

“If you haven’t visited Crossroads before, we’d love to meet you,” Vallance says.

“Come with a friend or come alone and make a friend. We welcome everyone.”

The cream teas will be served from 10am until 1pm.

Smells like team spirit: Bad smells can now be logged via Marlborough District Council’s new online odour reporting system.

The Prevailing Odour Not Good (PONG) database has gone live, recording smells and providing an improved reporting system. Solid Waste Manager, Alec McNeil, says he hopes the move will offer greater insights into where and why unpleasant smells happen.

“PONG provides a complete database record of all complaints reported by the community.” People can log odour reports at: bit.ly/PongReport

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

5

Food heroes help hospice

Paula Hulburt

Helping hospice staff prepare for lockdown has seen a Marlborough restaurant recognised for their efforts.

For several years, kind-hearted staff at Chateau Marlborough have donated meals to Marlborough Hospice.

And when lockdown level 4 loomed, they pulled out all the stops to make sure there were plenty of meals ready for patients.

The move saw the team nominated for a NZ Food Heroes award – and now they are through to the finals.

Chef Maree Connolly from the hotel’s Quench Restaurant helps create the evening meals for patients to enjoy.

Hospice fundraiser and events coordinator Sandy Inwood

Chateau Marlborough manager Lynley, McKinnon, Marlborough Hospice nurse manager Sarah Hammond and Quench restaurant chef Maree Connolly. Photo: Supplied. says staff were delighted to be able to nominate them for the award.

“They have done this now for several years and just prior to lockdown they made sure

there were enough meals to cover the entire lockdown period.

“The team at Hospice are very, very grateful for their support and generous donation.”

The campaign, supported by Massey University, was launched by the New Zealand Food Awards earlier this year.

It aims to showcase behindthe-scenes efforts of local food producers, charities and individuals to ensure communities had access to quality food as part of the pandemic response.

Massey University’s national events and sponsorship manager, Kelly Douglas, says the range of food heroes is heartwarming.

“It reveals the astonishing scope and scale of innovation and community spirit unleashed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic,” she says.

The winner will be announced at a celebration dinner in Auckland on 8 October.

Club secretary Warren Piesse with his personal collection of trucks. Photo: Matt Brown.

Big turnout for little model show Impressive collections of models and toys proved a popular draw for kids young and old at the weekend.

Trucks, race cars, aircraft and construction equipment, all miniaturised, delighted the hundreds of people who visited the

show, put on by the Nelson Marlborough Truck and Modellers Club at the Redwoodtown Community Centre.

Club secretary Warren Piesse says the draw to the “brilliant” event is the variety.

“We’ve had a great turn out.

“We’ve had good support from locals with the raffles and Simcox Construction sponsored the hall.

“We want to promote the interest of collecting and building, and this year it’s been brilliant.”

Proud to be a major sponsor of Rapaura Springs Garden Marlborough.

Helping the Marlborough community to thrive and grow with quality healthcare over the past 25 years.

www.churchillhospital.co.nz

6

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

News

Passing on the passion for the great outdoors Escaping city life for Marlborough has helped a Blenheim business owner pass on his passion for the great outdoors.

In 2006, Marine and Outdoors owner Pete Walters moved to Marlborough to get close to the water and become a part of the Blenheim community.

Over the years he and his team have helped thousands of other people “find their happy place.”

“I get such a buzz when out talking to people and helping them find what they need to get the most out of our big blue backyard,” Pete says. “Knowing that we can connect people to their happy place – whether that’s out on the water listening to the whizz of the reel, or behind the barbie on a Sunday afternoon – that’s what we live for.”

The crew at Marine and Out-

doors are often spotted out and about, making the most of any spare time. The Marine and Outdoors team are the boaties reeling in a big snapper around the mussel farms; they’re the families setting up camp in the Sounds; the speed enthusiasts racing through the bays on their jet skis; and the parents that get out the grill rain or shine.

“We’re proud to sell products we’ve personally tested and invested in,” Pete says.

General Manager Adam Marshall says he loves being on the water, and in it.

A keen water skier and avid fisherman, he has also started to get into freediving – one of the country’s fastest growing sports.

Through the summer months, his evenings and weekends are full of water skiing down the Wairau

The team at Marine & Outdoors. Photo: Supplied.

River, stray-lining for snapper in the Keneperu or down the Grove or hunting for bigger game at the edges of the Sounds.

“He’ll help you make the right choice on the boat for you and

point you in the direction of those ‘big ones’ - without giving too much away of course,” Pete says. As Marlborough’s only specialist Weber BBQ dealer, Marine and Outdoors staff are happy to

put the products they sell to the test.

Pete says he has become quite passionate about cooking on the grill and is always looking to cook something different on his Weber.

“I’m often behind the grill on the yard, whipping up something for the team and whoever’s lucky enough to pop by,” he says.

The team will be holding an expo at their new Horton Street premises on 3 October between 9am and 5pm.

“We’ll have massive deals on boats, accessories, outboards, Waverunners, water sports and Weber BBQs” Pete says. He’ll also be giving BBQ demos throughout the day. We’re just excited to see our customers, offer great deals, and help everyone get ready for a summer in and on the water, the beach and the backyard.”

News

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

7

Caring for the community Since 2009 Volunteer Marlborough have been matching volunteers with local organisations that need help. Volunteers are urgently needed to help on numerous Boards of Trustees across the region. Here, chair Beth Barnes explains why taking up a volunteer post can be a win-win.

What does a Board of Trustees do and why are they important?

A Board of Trustees governs an organisation, we set the strategy and the direction, seeing the big picture; then the staff do the work to get us there. An analogy that is often used is that of a boat – the Board steers the boat and the staff row the boat, working together we make a difference.

What kind of people are you looking for to volunteer for these roles?

It is so important to have a diverse representation on a Board, the most important attribute we are looking for is a passion for volunteering in the community and an understanding of why it is important.

Is it a big time commitment?

We have a monthly meeting that takes about 1.5 hours, then there is the reading before that, about another hour, and any discussion that needs to be had between meetings. If we have something that needs doing by a Board member we ask who is able to do it and work around the other commitments we all

Volunteer Marlborough chair Beth Barnes. Photo: Supplied. have.

What would a potential volunteer need to know about being on a BoT? You don’t need any experience (but it is always a benefit!), you can do some training online and other Board members have experience in governance, you just need to want to be able to help and be able to commit to the organisation and doing the best for it. Don’t be afraid to speak up and give your opinion, there usually isn’t a right or wrong answer, but it is important to be involved in the discussion. If you are interested in joining a Board, approach the organisation as many will be looking for new members and

would love to hear from you.

Do the benefits work both ways? I have found that I get a lot out of being on a Board, there are opportunities to learn and grow, to practice new skills and increase your knowledge as well as being able to bring your knowledge, experience and skills into the organisation, so it is a mutually beneficial relationship.

How long have you been Board Chair for Volunteer Marlborough and what does it mean to you to be part of that team?

I’ve been on the Volunteer Marlborough Board for 3 years and I took over being the Chair a year ago. VM is an important organisation in the not for profit community, providing support, training, and resources to other organisations.

Volunteering is important to me and being part of an organisation that promotes that to everyone in our community is very satisfying.

Contact Volunteer Marlborough on 577 9388 or visit volunteermarlborough.org.nz for further information.

Penny Ashton will be performing at the ASB Theatre. Photo: Supplied.

Classic comedy Following on from her hugely successful global sell-out musical hit; Promise and Promiscuity, comes Penny Ashton, as she swaps Jane Austen for Charles Dickens and brings orphaned hero Olive to life.

It’s Oliver! meets Blackadder with a saucy feminine twist.

The show will be held at ASB Theatre on 16 and 16 October at 7:30PM. Visit asbtheatre.com for tickets.

Tall Poppy brings you New Zealand’s #1 FREE marketing package.

The obvious choice when selling your property in Marlborough Sounds & Picton.

Thinking of selling?

Contact the Marlborough Sounds & Picton team today.

0800 82 55 76 BULSARA T/A TALL POPPY LICENSED UNDER REA 2008

8

Out & About

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Out&About

HAVING A PARTY OR EVENT: Call our photographer

PH 928 4121

Having a party or event? Call our photographer 928 4121

2

1

3

Goodbye to Wadsco Holden and the Holden Signage Day 1. Angela Baldwin and Issabella Baldwin.

2. Bob Monkhouse, Ronald Saguin and Katherine Monkhouse.

3. Brenda Shirley and Mel Morris.

4

5

4. Charlie Procter, Patric Phillips and Josh Barnsdall.

5. Cliff Cowan and Dave Livingstone.

6. Trevor Cozens and Dannyelle Kamana.

7. Jared Morris, Roger Kett and Julie Kett.

8. Josh Millard, Andy Dawson and Dave Eade.

9. Max Morris, Jono Poswillo and Jacob Collins.

10. Skye Hale and Aaron Cameron.

6

7

Photos: Malinda Boniface.

8

9

Would you like us to take photos at your next event?

PH 03 928 4121

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LTD | MREINZ

Visit our website summitrentals.co.nz for a free rental appraisal. Contact the region’s most preferred property managers today.

Rowena Tindall Blenheim 027 544 0070

Viv Smith Blenheim 027 246 0646

Blenheim 578 0404

Tom Lamb Blenheim 027 246 1369

Picton 573 6166

Stacey Tredo Picton 027 431 2632

Download the Marlborough App free at

10

News

Sing stars

The Witherlea School choir took to the stage to celebrate learning. Photo: Paula Hulburt.

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

9

Marking the end of term with a learning showcase, Witherlea School pupils welcomed parents and caregivers back on school grounds.

Pupils across all year groups kept teachers, parents and caregivers entertained with a variety of performances on Friday afternoon.

Ranging from Tukana (senior) Kapa Hapa to jump jam groups and Teina (junior) Kapa Haka, the day was a way to mark student’s learning and progress.

It is the first time in Alert Level 1 that the school community has been able to celebrate together.

Principal Andrea Harnett praised staff, students and caregivers for their support during an “up and down year with Covid.”

Covid swab test push

Springlands School students Jaye Wiapo and Maisie Cornelius won best primary exhibit for their science project, ‘An apple a day keeps the dentist away’.

The pair were intrigued by Maisie’s granddad, who claims eating two apples was enough to replace brushing his teeth.

Marlborough Girls College students Olivia Cooke and Hannah Smit won Best in Fair for their project, ‘Enhancing effluent waste’.

Georgette Herktz from Renwick School won Best Intermediate Exhibit with her project, ‘As Clean as a Feather’.

Hospitality and tourism workers are being urged to get tested for Covid-19, even if they don’t have symptoms.

The push, from Nelson Marlborough Health, aims to ensure the virus isn’t in the community.

Nelson Marlborough Health chief medical officer Dr Nick Baker says the asymptomatic testing is national direction from Director General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield.

“With school holidays coming up and the warmer weather inspiring more domestic travel and tourism, it’s a good time to ask our valuable hospitality, tourism and service workforce to take a test,” he says.

Asymptomatic testing is being offered to restaurant and bar staff, cleaning staff, as well as taxi and bus drivers, airport workers and oth-

ers who come into contact with people traveling from outside the South Island.

“The more we test, the more confidently we can say that we don’t have Covid-19 in our community. Getting a large number of workers tested sends a strong message of confidence to people who are looking to spend some time in our beautiful region,” Nick says.

“Our local residents will also be assured to know that we’re staying on top of testing and that they can confidently book their local holidays and entertainments.”

• Testing is free – regardless of citizenship or visa status • You do not need to be enrolled with a general practice • You do not need to self-isolate after a test • Results are usually available within 48 hours.

10

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Opinion

Opinion facebook.com/marlboroughmedia facebook.com/marlboroughapp www.marlboroughweekly.co.nz www.marlboroughapp.co.nz 52 Scott Street, Blenheim

Weekly poll: Are you still using the Covid-19 tracer app?

Head to the Marlborough Media Facebook page for next week's poll.

Wairau nurse stole credit cards from ill and elderly patients Wow. I hope you never ever work with sick or injured people ever again. That’s lower then low.

Rebecca Lyford Wow. He was my nurse.

Lynette Atkinson-Parker

Senior Community Constable Russ Smith. File photo.

Are you still using the Covid-19 tracer app?

The inconsistency is a worry.

Peter Chapman I never used it in the first place.

Tui Caldwell Yeah, only if I’m somewhere for a long time.

Daniel Henson

Police appeal for sightings of missing woman Police are appealing for sightings of missing 31-year-old Melissa Ewings from Clarence.

Melissa told a friend she was going for a walk to the Clarence River on Sunday afternoon.

She was reported missing when she didn’t turn up for work yesterday.

Melissa’s friends and family have serious concerns for her welfare and police urge anyone who may have seen her in the Clarence area on Sunday to contact 105, quoting file number 200922/5064.

Be on your game and drive well Russ Smith Senior Community Constable

Sadly, over the weekend there has been another fatal crash, this time on State Highway 6 on the Whangamoa Hill.

The multi-vehicle crash also resulted in several serious injuries.

While this most recent serious crash may not have overtly been caused by weather or other external conditions, it’s a timely reminder for drivers to be on their game and driving well.

We have just changed to summer daylight savings time, meaning for a while the mornings will be darker for longer.

If you start driving earlier in the day, make sure you have your headlights on so that other road-users see you and make good decisions, lessening the chance that you will be involved in a crash.

Even just prior to dawn, when there is light in the sky but lower light conditions on the ground, having vehicle lights on makes you many times safer because your vehicle is

Download the Marlborough App free at

easily seen.

We are also experiencing the usual mix of spring weather at present.

A southerly front is keeping temperatures lower so if your vehicle is parked out overnight, be prepared to de-ice the windows to ensure that you have good, all-round vision before you drive off.

Police regularly attend crashes that result when motorists fail to see other road-users because they have poor visibility, usually because windows were obscured by ice or similar.

For this reason, it is an infringement offence to drive with the glass in your vehicle obscured.

Finally, it’s the school holidays, so you can expect that there will be more vehicles on the road as people are on holiday.

If you’re driving, be patient, don’t take risks and keep your attention on the main task at hand, driving.

Don’t be distracted by other things while driving and if you need to do something else, pull over safely first.

Your life and the lives of others depend upon it.

Feature

Local shearing business welcomes new faces to the industry Taking their passion for sheep shearing, the team at O’Leary Shearing get to travel ‘all over the show’ to high country stations, across to the Marlborough Sounds, even go to D’Urville Island. A born and bred Marlburian, Billy O’Leary and his wife Silvia took over the business from Lisa Burmaz and her partner in May 2020.

“I’d been working for Burmaz and when they moved on, it felt right to take it over”, says Billy who has been shearing around Marlborough for over three decades and still loves it today.

While he oversees the shearing gang, Sylvia is busy behind the scenes doing the bookwork and wages. “Since taking over, we have been focussed on building the business back up again and we’re really proud of our team.”

Front: Shearers Billy O’Leary and Brian Whitbread Shed hands: Lisa McGregor (left) and Jacqueline Kau Kau.

Youth and experience year, but the O’Leary’s main focus is fine wool. a great combination With nearly two hundred sheep farms in Marlborough, that’s a lot of sheep to be shorn in one

“We do a lot of merino sheds, quality wool,” says Billy. “We’re

THE WOODY SATURDAY, 8TH NOVEMBER 2020 AT THE WOODBOURNE TAVERN, RENWICK

Registrations taken at Woodbourne Tavern on or before the night

CASH PRIZES to OPEN, SENIOR & BARKUP 1st, 2nd & 3rd TEAMS WINNER TAKES ALL *SPOT PRIZES*

BARK-UP STARTS AT 6:30PM $5 PER DOG Registration includes Shearers’ Singlet Open $30 Senior $25 Teams $20 (4 people incl. 1 female) Teams must have Winder, Drinker, Eater, Shearer

SPEC TA WELC TORS OME

RURAL Marlborough A&P Show, 7th & 8th November

I’M TH TELL I O DO SE NG Y WO G AR TWO OU M RK E D AN ING EF D T ATE TO INIT HE GE ELY TH ER ..

FOR PETE’S SAKE TREVOR YOU’RE PARANOID!

80 High Street, Renwick, Marlborough Phone 03 572 8007 info@woodbournetavern.co.nz

www.woodbournetavern.co.nz

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

11

12

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Feature

Feature

fortunate to have the combination of experience and youth at O’Leary Shearing, which is quite hard to get these days. Our team consists of six experienced wool handlers, two pressers, five experienced shearers, including Brian Whitbread. He has predominantly shorn merinos in Australia - he’s a gun merino shearer and is new to our region and team.

There’s not many learners about in the industry but we have a young fulla’ – Beau Cameron who is a keen learner and is going really well.” There’s also Jacqueline Kau Kau, the head shedhand, who is really passionate about wool and the way it is presented. “She runs that side of things and keeps an eye on the wool handlers.” Jacqueline has worked around the South Island and although she hasn’t been working for us very long, Billy says she’s going great guns and the farmers are really happy with her. “The previous co-owner, Lisa, is still working for us which is great. She’s been in the industry for 30 years and is really passionate about the wool too.” Billy says his team are top shearers and wool handlers. “You couldn’t get any better.”

Hard slog, professional results The O’Leary Shearing gang work relentlessly throughout the year, enduring some hot summers

Farmers need sheep to be shorn to a professional standard to maximise their returns. and cold winters. “I’ve shorn in Australia at 50 degrees north of Perth and Marlborough can get real hot too,” says Billy. “It’s hard work, so you’ve got to be physically fit and mentally strong and it’s the sort of industry in which you need the ‘work ethic’ to last the distance.” He says if you don’t have it, ‘you see them today and they’ve gone tomorrow.’ Working for O’Learys, it’s an early start getting out of bed, then you work day in, day out. “It’s not your typical Monday-Friday job. You can sometimes do 30 days straight.”

The only time they don’t shear is when it’s been raining and the sheep are wet. On a typical day at

O’Leary Shearing, Billy picks up most of his workers, while some make their own way to particular shearing sheds. “We usually arrive around half past six and get going with the gear at quarter to seven. Once the shearers start shearing the wool off, the shedhands start preparing the wool the wool to go across a table, where it is professionally sorted.

We do a solid 8-hour day, stopping for a 45 minute lunch break and two brief smokos.”

With Jacqueline, Brian, Beau, Lisa onboard and Billy leading the way, O’Leary Shearing has a combined wealth of experience, passion and reliability for pro-

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

ducing excellent outcomes. The farmers bring the sheep in off the hills and they go into the sheds, the sheep are then shorn, the wool is sorted, then pressed and the farmer takes it from there, utilizing their different marketing strategies for selling their wool.

“For the farmers, who are passionate about the wool, they need the sheep to be shorn to a professional standard which is what we do and I’m really proud of the service we provide.

“We’ve got really good wool-handlers which is important for the fine wool growers because the merino has to be sorted properly.

They spend all year growing the wool and it can be ‘buggered’ if you haven’t got a professional team like ours.” O’Leary Shearing covers a range of different sheep from Merinos through to Cross-breeds, Half-breeds and Corriedales.

“It’s great to have new faces in the industry including Jacqueline and Beau who are young and passionate,” says

13

Billy. “It looks like they’re going to ‘go places’. Jacqueline is very keen on going further with pursuing her career in Wool Classing and with a bit more experience, Beau would be very capable of pursuing the show-shearing circuit.”

There’s no doubt that life for a shearing gang like O’Leary’s can be a pretty ‘tough day at the office’ but the rewards are a-plenty – there’s great camaraderie, shearing to high standard is hugely important to Billy’s team and it’s a great way for them to see the beautiful backdrops of Marlborough!

14

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Feature

Sport

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

15

Mako skipper leads the way Peter Jones Reporter

peter@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

From the outset, the Tasman Mako have been blessed with outstanding leaders.

In recent times, current coaches Andrew Goodman and Shane Christie led various campaigns with calm authority and the ability to inspire those around them with both deeds and words.

Now David Havili has the captain’s role, and what a fine leader he has become.

In Saturday’s Mitre 10 Cup tabletopping premiership clash with Waikato his astounding variety of skills were on display.

Losing the toss was probably his only mistake of the afternoon, but it meant his side had to play the first 40 into a strong northwesterly wind.

With the home team under the pump early as the Mooloo men strove to take advantage of the conditions and boss the game it was the skipper who turned the tables, snatching a timely interception and sprinting 70m to score against the run of play.

His second try stretched the Mako lead to 27-5 early in the second spell then, when Waikato scored twice in quick succession to narrow the gap to 10, he popped up once more with some individual brilliance to bag his third and put the issue beyond doubt.

But wasn’t just his tries that caught the eye. His defence was, as always, first class, along with his ability to read play from the back as well as timing passes designed to put others into gaps.

The versatile skipper relished a return to the 15 jersey after slotting into the midfield last week.

“I definitely love playing 15 but it’s good to have that extra string to your bow, playing at 12.”

David said that despite his side holding some handy advantages during the 80 minutes, he never felt they had the game won until the final whistle.

“You never feel that you have cracked them … it was tough playing into that breeze in the first half and we were glad to have that buffer at halftime … but then they came back, like Waikato always do.”

He admitted he would have opted to play with the wind if he had won the toss but suggested [losing the toss] may have worked in Tasman’s favour.

“We went out there with the mindset of carrying the ball … it was tough to exit and thankfully our defence was on today.”

Although Tasman lost four key players to the All Blacks camp this week their replacements stepped up in fine fashion, David quick to point out that they were by no means “new” players - Isaac Salmon, Alex Ainley, Sione Havili and Alex Nankivell bringing a wealth of experience to the mix.

“These guys have been round for a while. Obviously now is their opportunity … it is awesome for us to have guys in the All Blacks, but we treated it as a challenge this week for those guys to step into their shoes and I thought they did that today.”

They certainly did, all four bringing defensive steel to the party and executing their core roles

David Havili steps inside Waikato captain Luke Jacobson. Photo: Shuttersport. professionally.

Another top performer was young lock Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta who followed up a man-ofthe-match effort against Counties with another big shift on Saturday.

Jacob Norris, the Mako go-to-guy at lineout time, is becoming increasingly influential, while Andrew Makalio is relishing regular game time and the chance to run in the wide channels, while scoring regular tries on the back of unstoppable lineout drives.

Halfback Dwayne Polataivao kicked well into the breeze while centre Fetuli Paea continues to prove a handful, on both sides of the ball. The Sparkies, as the Mako bench is known, are providing impact and continuity, with halfback Louie Chapman,

flanker Braden Stewart and hooker Quentin MacDonald, who was extremely unlucky not to bag a “welcome back” try, to the fore.

Along with their five tries, it was the suffocating Mako defence that sealed the deal.

Defence coach Shane Christie was pleased with his charges.

“For a team to hold out Waikato, who have been an outstanding attacking team in the first two rounds, the boys should be really proud of themselves … the way we prepared and executed our defence, not for 80 minutes, but man that was a pretty good effort for the majority of the game,” he added.

Next Sunday it is off to Albany and a meeting with former Mako coach Kieran Keane’s North Harbour team. Kick off is 2.05pm.

Shield shot?

Otago’s Ranfurly Shield victory over Taranaki at the weekend have given Tasman a direct challenge for the Log o’ Wood.

If the men in Blue and Gold are able to resist challenges from Hawke’s Bay (this weekend), Counties Manukau and then Northland, the Mako will play for the Shield at Forsyth Barr Stadium on Saturday November 14.

However, given the topsy turvy nature of the Mitre 10 Cup competition thus far, Mako fans should probably hold off on booking accommodation in Dunedin at this stage.

In their short history, Tasman have only twice challenged for the Shield, losing 26-20 to Wellington in 2009 and 49-40 to Taranaki in 2012.

16

Sport

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Jade breaks through Peter Jones

Marlborough’s rising tennis talent, Jade Otway, picked up her first ITF [International Tennis Federation] singles win at the weekend.

The 17-year-old won both the singles and the doubles titles at the world junior J5 tournament staged in Auckland.

She went unbeaten during the event, which ran from September 20-26, teaming up with Abbey Mason in the doubles where they were top seeds.

Both the singles and dou-

bles finals were played on Saturday. In the singles Jade beat sixth seed Elyse Tse 7-6, 6-1, then won the doubles title 6-0, 6-1 over Charlotte and Elyse Tse. In the first round of the singles, for which she was seeded No 2, she downed Ruby Young 6-0, 6-2, then beat Juliane Gillespie 6-0, 6-0 in the next round and Renee Zhang 6-3, 6-2 in the semis.

Sixth seed Elyse Tse overcame singles top seed Vivian Yang 6-1, 6-4 in the other semi.

Jade is currently ranked It was a highly-successful weekend in Auck333rd worldwide among land for Marlborough tennis player Jade all juniors, 18 and under. Otway. Photo: Supplied.

RUGBY TIPPING OUR LOCALS PICK THEIR WINNERS

ROUND 4

Brendon Price - 14/21

Bridget Gane - 13/21

Jamie Norton - 13/21

Amy Vercoe - 13/21

Weir Broadbridge - 12/21

Mike Mitchell - 12/21

Grant Craig - 12/21

Billy Oleary - 11/21

Lauren Palatchie - 11/21

Peter Jones - 11/21

Simon Muir - 11/21

Rod Thompson - 10/21

Bay of Plenty Counties Manukau vs vs Auckland Manawatu

Northland vs Taranaki

Canterbury vs Wellington

North Harbour vs Tasman

Southland vs Waikato

Otago vs Hawke’s Bay

Honk ‘n’ Jack weaves through the traffic. Photo: Supplied.

Yachts flock to Waikawa regatta Peter Jones

Despite Covid-19 limitations, the Waikawa Boating Club’s annual women’s regatta, sponsored by Mud House Wines, boasted the largest fleet in the event’s history.

The waters of Queen Charlotte Sound saw over 170 sailors on 24 boats compete in two divisions on September 19/20.

Saturday saw the fleet take on two ‘long harbour’ courses, a dying southerly offering conditions that favoured those with local knowledge as boats picked their way from breeze line to breeze line and significant gains and losses were made. With many of the fleet aboard their boats for the first time, the learning curve was steep. Race two took place in a gently-building norwester, allowing visitors another look at the challenges of Sounds sailing. After the learning session of the morning, boat handling and trimming stepped up considerably as the boats were driven harder and the chance came to explore sail wardrobes.

A highlight of Saturday evening’s regatta dinner was a chance to hear from four Kiwi ‘Maidens’ (women who have sailed as part of the Maiden crew) - Jo Lowrey, Sharon Ferris Choat, Jo Ivory and Tash Fickling. The Maiden experience continued at Sunday breakfast with a Zoom linkup with Tracy Edwards MBE, the driving force behind the Maiden campaign.

Sunday’s buoy racing got off to a slow start as the forecast breeze built.

Some great sail handling and tactical sailing kept margins close and the committee boat busy recording some very tight finishes.

Evidence of the close competition came at prize giving with both di-

visions decided on countback after the top boats finished tied together on points.

In division 2 local skipper Adrienne Crossen brought Sequin home for the win, the Jeanneau 36 beating out Farr 727 Freaky, skippered by Mandy Carpenter, on countback with Young 780 D’Edge, in the hands of Felicity Loncar, two points back in third.

Division 1 saw some huge gains, Jo Lowrey coming to terms with Khamsin to win the final race after three mid-field finishes, the big Beneteau First 456 showing a good turn of pace once the breeze built.

In the final analysis the wellperformed Farr 30 Loco, in the hands of top centreboard sailor Emily Overend, took the division on countback from Amnesty, the Wellington-based Farr 11.6 guided around the course by Ingrid Harder.

After winning division 2 in 2019 on her Young 88 Abracadabra, skipper Karen Selway stepped up to division 1, helming the Ross 12 Revs to a consistent set of results enabling her to sneak in a point ahead of line honours winner Satellite Spy, the Ross 40 performing well with Carla Dixon as skipper.

Worthy of note was the performance of the RNZYS Youth Training Programme crew. With no previous trapezing experience the team rose to the challenge aboard the Thompson 750 Honk ‘n’ Jack. A series of mid-field results and some tight duels with boats around them saw the team go home with great smiles and a good deal of experience gathered on the race track.

With dates already set for 2021 (September 18-19) crews are already booking accommodation and flights for what is becoming one of the ‘must-do’ events on the sailing calendar.

Sport

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

17

Rangers complete clean sweep Peter Jones Rangers AFC took care of some unfinished business on Saturday, a 2-0 win over Richmond at Athletic Park completing a clean sweep of wins against every opponent in the Nelson division one football league.

In their two previous league meetings with Richmond, Rangers had come away with draws but this time they made no mistake.

A first half goal to Harrison Pine, his swerving free kick rocketing past the Richmond wall, had Rangers leading 1-0 at the break. Then Jono Masters bagged their second after 55 minutes, taking advantage of a searching cross from replacement Aaron Hayes.

Saturday’s result was not only a fitting end to Rangers’ victorious division one campaign, it was also a timely morale-booster heading into their final game of a superb season, the Nelson Knockout Cup final against Nelson FC next weekend.

Player/coach Tore Waechter, named Marlborough Football’s male player of the year in the season-ending awards, suggested Saturday’s effort was “one of the

best games we have played all season”.

He had urged his players to move the ball quickly, utilising onetouch football rather than dribbling and said they responded superbly, creating a multitude of chances and dominating proceedings.

Midfielder Scott Belsham was one of Rangers’ best, winning all his challenges and holding the ball well, Carl Connor-McClean also impressed up front, along with Masters, Pablo Dominguez, the back three of Pine, Liam Sluiter and Jordan Columbus, plus the Delgado brothers, Julian and Martin, who provided plenty of energy.

The Cup final will be played at Guppy Park in Nelson, with a 3pm kickoff.

Tore predicted a tight tussle, similar to the previous games against FC this season. He said he expected to have a fully-fit squad to choose from as they go in search of a notable double.

Already Rangers AFC have been named the MFA team of the year.

BV Bullets player Tiana Williams was chosen as the women’s player of the year.

Her side was in action for the final time this season on Saturday,

Jono Masters scored Rangers’ second goal on Saturday. Photo: Shuttersport. wrapping up a highly-satisfying campaign with a 2-2 draw against Nelson Suburbs at Saxton Fields.

Despite continued pressure on Suburbs’ defence by Leonie Marshall, Lauren Sloan, Lucy Martin and Tessa Hyland it was the home side who took a 1-0 lead into the halftime break.

Suburbs then went up 2-0 after 60 minutes before the visitors began

MFA awards announced Team competition Men’s Div 1 Round 1: Bottle-O BV Masters. Men’s Div 2 Round 1: Rangers Development. Men’s Div 1 Round 2: Central Wolves.

Men’s Div 2 Round 2: Rangers Development. Men’s Div 3 Round 2: Rangers Masters.

Men’s team (any division) highest pts overall: Rangers Development (27 points) Women’s Social Comp winners: Picton Knockout Cup awards Knockout Cup Winner: Central Wolves; runner-up: Central Buccaneers. Knockout Shield: Rangers Masters. Knockout Bowl: Rangers Clubs of Marlborough. Knockout Consolation Plate: Picton. Women’s Zydenbos Shield: BV Chicks.

Individual awards Golden Boot awards – Men’s Div 1: Stephen McCaa (Central Wolves) 13. Men’s Div 2: Liam Clamp (Rangers Development) 13. Men’s Div 3: Keagan Mor-

Men’s Player of the Year Tore Waechter. timer (Rangers Masters) 14.

Women’s Social Division: Maggie Lane (Picton).

Most Improved Overall Women’s Social Comp: Louisa Patterson (Picton) Personality Awards – Women’s Social: Yuri Collins (Picton).

Men’s Comp: Simon Fowke (Rangers Clubs of Marlborough) Media Award: Pete Jones – The Marlborough App Inspiration to Others: Stephen Plant (Call Care Spartans) Referee of the Year: Morgan

Breuer Sportsperson of the year Women’s Social: Donna Sio (Picton) Sports Team of the Year - Referees Choice: Rangers AFC Goalkeeper Award: Amon McGregor (Central Wolves) Colt of the Year: Tana ConnorMcClean (Rangers AFC) Master of the Year: Andy Wheeler (Rangers Clubs of Marlborough) Women’s Social League Player of the Year: Stacey Smith (BV Chicks) Players of the Year - Senior Div 3: Murray Ward (Picton Crow Tavern). Senior Div 2: Josh Whittall (Rangers Development). Senior Div 1: Nick Rayner (Central Wolves) Women’s Player of the Year across all women’s divisions: Tiana Williams (Liquid Action BV Bullets) Men’s Player of the Year across all men’s divisions: Tore Waechter (Rangers AFC).

their resurgence.

A blinder of a strike from Sloan whistled narrowly over the top before a perfect pass from Hyland set Marshall up for BV’s first.

Then a perfectly-weighted cross from Freya Thompson allowed Sloan to level the scores with a decisive header.

BV had a final opportunity to go ahead when Sloan was felled in

the box, but her penalty attempt was saved.

Coach Ian Thomas said it was a nail-biting end to a fantastic season. “The team has shown incredible improvement from last year, and really gelled as a strong unit - which is all boding really well for next year - with the core of the team likely to return for the 2021 season.”

18

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Feature

Picturesque run/walk event grows in popularity The popular Marina 2 Marina is a scenic running event in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds, which this year is taking place on 10 October.

Utilising the picturesque trails between Picton, Waikawa and Anakiwa, this unique annual competition has a variety of walking or running courses to choose from.

The four courses take you through native bush, along waterfront trails and a key feature is the panoramic views of the Marlborough Sounds.

“Marina 2 Marina started as fundraiser for Waikawa BaseBay school,” says Nicci Neilson who organises the event with a group of friends.

“Today, it is no longer just a

fundraiser; it now funds three schools in Picton, two environmental groups, Picton Mountain Biking Club, the Link Pathway Trust and the Marlborough Dance Academy.

“The idea for the event came about because my husband was always participating in various running events and I was always at the coffee cart.

“Then one day a friend said, ‘why don’t we just do one?’

Since then it has really evolved and has grown more and more each year.”

Last year the organising team introduced the 24 km run along the Link pathway.

“This really grew the event in the half marathon market.”

There are three other routes; a

13km run or walk (The Snout), the 9km run or walk (Marina 2 Marina) from Picton Marina to Waikawa Marina and back, and a 2km (Kid’s Dash) around Picton Marina for 5 to 7 year olds.

“So, there’s something for everyone; any age, any fitness level,” says Nicci.

“The 24k involves a lot of hills so it tends to be for fit runners; for the other routes, we welcome anyone – individuals, families, teams, etc.”

The event attracts people from Marlborough, Nelson, Wellington, Christchurch and Auckland. Book your ferry through the Interislander and get 50 per cent off your Easy Change Fare.

Feature / Sport

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

19

Festival atmosphere at the finish line Participants will finish at the event hub on the Picton waterfront where a festival atmosphere will welcome you home.

“There will be a great range of family friendly fun and entertainment happening and at 1pm there will be a prizegiving.

“In addition to the race prizes, we’ll also be announcing the winners of the major spot prizes.”

NB: You will need to register online

by October 7th to go into the draw for the spot prizes.

Money that is raised for the event is divided up between the participating schools and community groups, depending on the number of voluntary hours they have put into it.

To find out more and to register, visit www.marina2marina.co.nz.

The winning Robinson Construction crew, from left, Mark Watson, Nick Robinson, Hugh Robinson and professional Josh Geary. Photo: Peter Jones.

Course record broken during Pro-Am Peter Jones The Marlborough Golf Club has a new course record holder.

Millbrook professional Ben Gallie shot a five-under-par 67 during Thursday’s Whitehaven Wines Pro-Am at the Fairhall venue, breaking the previous record of 69.

The Otago-based player, who was one of the late starters and had to battle blustery winds, was somewhat surprised by his success, especially given the limited amount of competition golf he has played in recent times.

“I’m a full time [golf] teacher at Millbrook and I haven’t actually played any competitive rounds for about five years,” he explained.

His first return to competition came on Wednesday in Nelson, at their Pro-Am where he shot a 73, a score he termed “OK”.

Ben was doubly surprised to win in Blenheim, given the strength of the field which was bolstered by several professionals who would be plying their trade on various tours abroad but for COVID. In total, 52 professionals turned out on Thursday.

“The level of golf this year was pretty awesome so it was good to be able to beat the guys that play full-time.”

Among that list he mentioned high profile players such as Josh Geary and Michael Hendry, plus rising stars such as Kieran Muir and Dan Hillier.

“They play pretty solid golf so it was pretty good [to get the win]. I hit seven birdies and two bogeys, drove two of the par fours and birdied all of the par fives.

“I’ve got a new driver in my bag, the new Ping G425 that

New course record holder Ben Gallie. Photo: Matthew Croad. hasn’t come out yet, and I’ll be keeping it,” he added.

Although Ben knew what the course record was he felt someone else would go lower on the day.

“I didn’t think my score would be good enough … I assumed someone would be about seven-under, looking at the scores from Nelson, so was hoping I would get top-five, then someone said when I came in ‘you are leading by two and have got the new course record so get your speech ready’.”

Ben enjoyed the course, a layout he had never played on before.

“I didn’t have a practise round so I didn’t actually know where I was going”, he said, “so I was just using my laser and aiming and firing and it turned out quite well.”

Six professionals either equalled or beat the previous course record.

The top team on the day was the Robinson Construction combination.

They played with Geary, who finished second with a 69 on the individual standings. The Robinson’s team comprised Nick and Hugh Robinson, plus Mark Watson.

Second was the Whitehaven

Wines team of Hendry, Julian Terry, Wendy Batchelor and Allan Shutkowsi.

Leading teams: 1 Robinson Construction – Nick and Hugh Robinson, Mark Watson and their pro player Josh Geary 2 Whitehaven Wines – Julian Terry, Wendy Batchelor, Allan Shutkowski and pro Michael Hendry 3 Barking Cat – Murray Swanson, Lance Nuttal, Duncan Bint and pro Kieran Muir (last year’s winning professional) 4 Harcourts – Mark Davis, David Searle, John Davis and pro Peter Fowler 5 The Pin Seekers – Pru Jensen, Marion Tripe, Lizzie Turnbull and Harry Bateman 6 McKendry Ford – Tracy Bary, Marilyn Smit, Julie Smith and Gareth Paddison 7 Teamsters – Sue Murray, Steve Marfell, Tony Jordan and Troy Ropiha 8 North and South – Mark Kininmonth, Youngho Cho, Malcolm Mackenzie and Robin Smalley 9 Kaikoura Livestock Limited – Liam Harnett, John McDonald, Geoff Pacey and Lachie McDonald 10th Pertatetts – Roger Pears, Shane Tate, Sean Hassett and Peter Giles The Ping Putter was won by Julian Terry – the money raised from this putting competition bought a set of golf club and trundler for Junior Golf.

Leading professionals: 1 Ben Gallie from Millbrook who shot 67 (broke the current course record of 69); 2 Josh Geary 69; 3 on countback 69 Michael Hendry; 4 on countback 69 Mark Hutson; 5 on countback 69 Tae Koh; 6 on countback 69 Kieran Muir.

20

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

Sport / Classifieds

Classifieds PUBLIC NOTICE

Mako women stay positive Peter Jones

The Tasman Mako women are off the mark.

After a couple of decent reversals in their opening two Farah Palmer Cup fixtures they bounced back with some points of their own at Trafalgar Park on Saturday.

Although well beaten, 67-24 by a slick Otago Spirit side, the Mako managed four tries to claim a hard-earned competition bonus point.

They began the game slowly, still reeling from an 88-0 loss to Manawatu last week, and were quickly behind 21-0. However they showed admirable spirit to work their way into the game.

Before halftime they had their first try, and their first points of the campaign, hooker Stephani Mitchell barging over from close range to make the score 33-5 at the break.

The Mako conceded a try immediately following the restart but immediately afterwards had their second, this time to skipper and loosehead prop Anna Bradley.

Although the Otago tries kept coming, Tasman notched a third after 60 minutes when Mitchell bagged her brace. This time the conversion from impressive right winger Eve Finlay was successful.

The home side’s final try came tight on fulltime, reserve prop Ashley Ulutupu grabbing a

Halfback Pippa Andrews battles with the Otago defence. Photo: Shuttersport. five-pointer to finish the match on a high and pick up a bonus point. Tasman head coach Mel Bosman said, “there was much more self-belief out there … the message we gave them today was not to be afraid of the unstructured play and to have a crack, and they did, so I am really proud of them.

“They are definitely making progress … they are in a better head space this week.”

She singled out fullback Bethan Manners, flanker and co-captain Tamara Silcock and young prop Alisi Seigafo for special mention, plus Finlay and lock Gina Healey, who broke her nose in the warm-up but played through. Mel said two heavy opening defeats had been a bitter pill for some of

the squad members to swallow but they had handled it well.

“Big defeats like that first up can be hugely soul-destroying for young players but as coaches we have tried to put things in perspective … as to what that actually looks like in the bigger picture. It’s a new team, it’s a new structure … 88 points against us last week is only one moment in time and we have many more moments ahead of us.”

Next up for the Mako women is a game against Hawke’s Bay in Motueka this weekend.

We are looking forward to that game,” said Mel. “We are definitely going to build on this one … there is only one way for us and that is to keep moving forward slowly but surely.”

Familiar faces bag squash titles The Marlborough Squash Rackets Club staged its annual club championship on the weekend. Megan Graham continues to dominate in the women’s division, completing the tournament without dropping a set.

In the final she played up-and coming junior Leonie Marshall. Marshall has got a lot of potential and she fought hard to keep up with her higherfancied opponent but in the end the former New Zealand champ had too much class and experience. It was Megan’s 12th club championship title.

The men’s competition was more of a battle with three highly-promising juniors - Paul Moran, Henry Moran and Tom Marshall - trying to dethrone veteran Grant Craig.

In the semi finals Paul Moran

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of 2020 Trustee Election & Annual General Meeting (AGM) Trustee Elelection Nominations are called to fill four Trustee positions for Te Ātiawa o Te Waka-a-Māui Trust (the Trust).

Nominations must be made on the official nomination paper which can be obtained by phoning the election helpline 0800 666 040 or emailing nominations@electionz.com.

Nominations close at midday on Wednesday 14 October 2020. In the event that more nominations are received than are required, an election will be held amongst registered adult members of the Trust by postal and online voting and by ballot box at the AGM. Enrolment Descendants of Te Ātiawa (Te Tau Ihu) who have not yet registered with the Trust can obtain registration forms by contacting the Trust office on (03) 573 5170 or 0800 284 292.

Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Te Ātiawa o Te Waka-a-Māui Trust is to be held at Waikawa Marae, 210 Waikawa Road, Waikawa on Sunday 29 November 2020. The meeting will commence at 10am and is expected to conclude around 2.30pm. All registered beneficiaries of the Trust are welcome to attend the AGM. AGENDA 1. Opening/Karakia 2. Apologies 3. Adoption of 2019 Minutes & Action Points 4. Chair Report

5. CEO Report 6. Trustee Reports 7. Appointment of Auditor 8. General Business

Anthony Morton Returning Officer – Te Ātiawa o Te Waka-a-Māui Trust 0800 666 040 iro@electionz.com

Grant Craig and daughter Megan Graham. Photo: Supplied. played Tom Marshall and came through 3-1. It the other semi Henry Moran pushed Grant all the way before the more-experienced player prevailed 3-2 In the final Paul Moran claimed the first game 11-7 and was looking on course for an upset but Grant mixed some sharp volleys with dogged retrieving and took out the next three

games 11-9, 11-9, 11-6 to notch his 19th club title.

Results: Open men: 1 G Craig, 2 P Moran, 3 H Moran Open women: 1 M Graham, 2 L Marshall, 3 R Hebberd Mens Div 1: 1 A Marshall, 2 S Endres, 3 T Root Mens Div 2 1 B Rush, 2 K Moran, 3 B Woolley

LIKE US ON

Classifieds

TUESDAY TUESDAY2929September September 2020 2020

Classifieds SITUATIONS VACANT

21 21

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE - 5PM FRIDAY

PH 928 4121

summa@marlboroughmedia.co.nz SITUATIONS VACANT

DEATH

MASON Tohi

On 19th September 2020 our dearly loved Dad and treasured Din Din, Tohi Mason passed away peacefully, aged 67 years. Son of the late Skipper and Kate Mason.

Father of Arena, Raramai, Marama and Kipa.

Din Din to Ana, Wallace, Oliver and Thomas; Tayla, Finn, Rico, Mason, Ilah, Kara, Archie and Blake. Messages to Ana on 0275627897 or masonandbrown@gmail. com or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz A Service was held on Friday the 25th September at the Port Marlborough Pavillion, Waikawa at 10.30am. He was then laid to rest at Te Hora Pa, Canvastown followed by a reception back at the Pavillion.

BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z. (03) 578 2004 - 24Hrs cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

DEATH www.marlborough.govt.nz

PSYCHIC PSYCHIC CLAIRVOYANT Readings, Healing & Reiki Training.

In Picton Call Paula 021 598 822

www.divinepsychicvisions.com

NOT GETTING YOUR DELIVERY?

Email us at accounts@marlboroughweekly.co.nz with your address and when you didn’t receive it and we will follow up for you.

SITUATIONS VACANT Advertise your situations vacant here. Ph 928 4121

PUBLIC NOTICE

DEATH

BOYCE

Gwendoline Nola (Gwen) On 28 September 2020 peacefully at the Marlborough Hospice. Loving wife of the late Alec.

A loved mother and mother-in-law of Linda and Owen; Heather and Paul and the late Richard and Debbie.

Loved Gran of Petrena, Jason, Ellen, Rylie, Edward, Christopher, Andrew, Ted and 12 great grandchildren. Messages to 10 Lester Place, Blenheim 7201 or www. cloudybayfunerals.co.nz Please join Gwen’s family for her funeral service at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Thursday 1 October at 1pm followed by interment at the Fairhall Cemetery.

DEATH

BRETT

Michael John Lived a vibrant and adventurous 82 years and passed away on 25 September 2020. He is now reunited with his parents Dorothy and Ray. He will be greatly missed by his wife Kerry and his loved ones Sheryl, Andre’a, Chrissie and Simon, Logan and Morgan, Rachel and Paul, all his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the late Ola, Ronnie, Dianne, Lance and John. Farewell to a man who lived the good life. Messages to 6 The Willows, Springlands, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. At Michael’s request a private cremation has been held with immediate family and a celebration of his life will be held in Auckland in December. Date to be advised.

Advertise your public notice here. Ph 928 4121 Notice to all Advertisers: By placing your advertisement you agree with the terms and conditions of the Marlborough Weekly Ltd. Namely, payment by the 20th of the following month, or in the event of non payment, the recovery of any debt and its costs will be charged to the customer. This includes all costs and commissions paid to a debt recovery service. Should you require any further information please phone the newspaper on 928 4121.

KENNINGTON Lawrence Frederick

On 23 September 2020 peacefully with family by his side, aged 86 years. Loved husband of the late Judith.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Prue and Tim Sandall, David and Maren Kennington and Grandy of Patience and Michael Gunn, James and Kate Sandall; George and Hugh Kennington; and Great Grandad (“Old Grandy”) of Wilbur and Archie Gunn. Loved brother of Jean and Ross.

Messages to 231 Weld Street Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz In accordance with Lawrence’s wishes a private cremation has taken place with a Memorial service held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Monday 28 September at 11.00am.

BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z. (03) 578 2004 - 24Hrs cloudybayfunerals.co.nz BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z. (03) 578 2004 - 24Hrs cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z. (03) 578 2004 - 24Hrs cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

PUBLIC NOTICE Advertise your public notice here. Ph 928 4121

22 22

Trades Trades & & Services Services

TUESDAY TUESDAY 29 29 September September 2020

Trades&Services

ADVERTISING

AIR CONDITIONING

BEAUTY

BUILDER

BOOK KEEPING

Facials Microdermabrasion Eyelash & Brow Services Massage Hot Stone Massage Pedicure

No job too big or small

Ring or text Jackie: 027 825 1000

021 748 927

CARPET

Need newAND flooring LOCALLY OWNED OPERATED

CARPENTRY

Qualified Licenced Builder

THERAPY BLENHEIM

1 Freswick St, Blenheim Ph 578 0030 www.martella.co.nz

CARPET

hello@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

Heavenly Beauty

THE HEAT PUMP, AIR CONDITIONING & VENTILATION SPECIALISTS

MARLBOROUGH’S AUTHORISED DEALER

PH 928 4121

If you need it built, I can get it done!

Painting also included Craig Burney

Burney Builders

burneybuilders1@gmail.com

CARTOONIST

CATERING

COMPUTER

CONCRETE

in Blenheim Marlborough? right here or in Marlborough Need New Flooring?

Call Nathan Birtles.

Call Nathan Birtles to come to you

• 100% locally owned and operated • Huge range of carpet, laminate, vinyl and vinyl planking

• Fly Buys and finance options to suit* BOOK AN IN-HOME CONSULTATION *see website for details

0508 227 738

harrisonscarpet.co.nz

CONTRACTING

LAWNS

Ryan Lawnmowing • Renwick • Blenheim • Picton

022 322 6515 ryan.oconnell0@gmail.com

Free Quotes Gold Card Discounts

ELECTRICAL

Don’t waste Don’t Don’t waste waste your weekend, your your weekend, weekend, Green Acres can MAINTENANCE Green Green Acres Acres take care ofcan it.can Don’t waste

take take care care ofof it.it.

Don’t Don’t waste waste your weekend, • Lawn & Garden your your weekend, weekend, can • Green Lawn • Lawn & Acres Garden & Garden Maintainence Green Green Acres Acres cancan Maintainence Maintainence take care ofit. it.it.

• Regular Service take take care care of of • Regular • Regular Service Service Garden tidy up •••Winter Lawn &of Garden • Winter Garden Garden tidy up tidy up End Lease •••Winter Lawn •& Lawn Garden & Garden End • of End Lease of Lease Maintainence • Regular lawns & maintenance Maintainence Maintainence • Regular • Regular lawns lawns & maintenance & maintenance tidy up up tidy up ••tidy Regular Service • Regular • Quotes Regular Service Service Free • Free Quotes • Free Quotes • End Lease • End of• of Lease End of Lease tidy upup tidy up tidy

Find out more or visit: Find out call more call or visit: Find out more call or visit:

0800 0800 803 803 200 200 0800 803 200

Find outout more Find out call more or visit: call or visit: Find more call or visit:

www.greenacres.co.nz www.greenacres.co.nz 0800 0800 803 803 200200

www.greenacres.co.nz 0800 803 200

FARMING

ELECTRICAL

GATES

For all your electrical needs We service all commercial kitchen & laundry equipment Local agent for Starline Dishwashers

Ph: 579 4445 www.cmelectrical.co.nz

PAINTER/DECORATOR

PEST CONTROL

PLUMBING

REMOVALS

Merv Scott Decorating Ltd PAINT G ING & DECORATIN

Residential & Commercial Exterior, Interior Finishing Airless Spraying • Repainting • Wallpapering • Renovations • Decorating Brush Application • Maintenance • Finishing

Ph: 021 669 666 Office: 573 7944

Creating a Pest Free Environment Residential & Commercial Pest Control

Roger Abernethy Qualified Technician Urban Pest Management (3) PMANZ Ant Specialist

(03) 572 7268

abernethypestcontrol.co.nz

www.greenacres.co.nz www.greenacres.co.nz

SOLAR

SOLAR MADE EASY Use the Marlborough Sun to lower your power bills and pay off the system on your rates* *terms and conditions apply

www.igeneratesolar.co.nz 0800 745 400

www.greenacres.co.nz

TREE SERVICES

WASH

MARLBOROUGH

• House Washing • Commercial Building Washing • Roof Washing • Gutter & Driveway Cleaning • Moss & Mould Treatments

0221 326 947 brad@washrite.co.nz

WINDSHIELDS

WINDOWS

WINTER G IS COMIN

BE SEEN

YOUR TRADE OR SERVICE RIGHT HERE?

6cm x1

column

ONLY

$21 +gst pw*

PH 928 4121

Community Notices

Community Notices

TUESDAY TUESDAY2929September September 2020 2020

23 23

DEADLINE: 10AM FRIDAY 50 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY SEND TO: hello@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

MONDAY

GENERAL GROUPS

WEDNESDAY FRIDAY

TUESDAY

SATURDAY / SUNDAY

THURSDAY

Community notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising only. For classified ads and public notices please call 928 4121.

Due to the popularity of this column, while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

24

TUESDAY 29 September 2020

2nd PRIZE $750 CASH

Advert

3rd PRIZE $250 CASH

14 Horton St, Mayfield, Blenheim

STEM SY D

E SIG N

PPLY SU S TA L L

ERVIC

E

S

I

N

N

M

AI N AI T

•

www.marineandoutdoors.co.nz