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Sawmill Studio open for business

Members of the top of the South film making community assemble to plan their next projects at Sawmill Studios.

Photo: Matt Brown.

MATT BROWN

matt@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

A former timber mill turned movie studio is now open for business.

Movie industry veteran and one

of the driving forces behind Blenheim’s Sawmill Studios, Roger Wadham, says it’s the kind of environment where a unique film could take off.

Now, the team behind the region’s first film studio want the commu-

nity to get involved to make some movie magic.

The former site of Timberlink has been generously donated by owner Rick Osborne to make movies – and so far, two local award-winning short films, Aaron Falvey’s

Rock Bottom and Justin Eade’s War Paint, have been shot in the cavernous warehouses.

Roger says the site is ideal for making movies, he has big plans for getting some community projects running and providing valu-

able experience for young people looking to break into the industry.

“Films need two things – open space – for sets and equipment.

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A young farmer is urgently searching for a big paddock for a herd of tiny cows.

Josh Milne’s childhood dream was to work with cows, a dream realised working at a dairy farm in North Canterbury.

And looking to continue his passion, the 21-year-old former Marlborough Boys’ College student “fell on his feet” when he found a miniature heifer in Nelson – kickstarting his goal to breed miniature cows.

Now looking to move back to his home region of Marlborough, Josh is looking to lease at least 10 acres for his wacky herd of smaller than average cows.

“The animal is small but it’s deceiving - they eat a large amount of tucker,” Josh says.

“At the end of the day, whether

they’re big or small, they’re still cows.”

Josh has a herd of eight Galloways, five lowline Angus and a few crossbreeds – they’re about the size of a large dog, he says.

“Most of them came with names, which is a bit of a red flag,” he says.

He has miniature sheep, too; nine Babydoll Southdown miniature sheep.

“I was never allowed a pet calf and it was all I ever wanted when I was younger,” laughs Josh.

“It’s a childhood dream, working with cows.

“I fell on my feet, getting a miniature heifer.”

He says he wants to breed something different than beef or dairy cows, and he’s scoured the country looking to bolster his herd of miniatures.

“I didn’t want to get standard,

run-of-the-mill cows.

“I started originally rearing dairy calves but I decided I wanted to do something different – miniatures.

“My ultimate goal is to breed micro miniatures – but it’s proving difficult.”

He sells the cute cattle as pets or paddock ornaments – and he has a long waiting list for his

compact cows.

“I had 11 calves this season, but 10 bulls. It wasn’t a great season for bulls “They’re pets, really – glorified dogs – but they do make good pets.

“They’re incredibly quiet, but obviously not as cuddly as a cat or dog. It’s all about the time you put into them.”

He says he currently leases 30 acres, and would be keen for something similar in Marlborough, despite downsizing his herd.

“Anywhere 10 acres plus,” he says. “Close to town and good grazing.

“They’re the cutest cows, 100 per cent.”

If you know of a suitable area for a herd of tiny livestock, let us know at matt@marlboroughmedia.co.nz

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A different sort of cut comes to former timber mill FROM PAGE 1 And sheltered indoor space, for the same things. It’s very hard to get both.

“In big cities, real estate is way too valuable. You have to go to the periphery to set up a studio.

We’re a 20-minute flight from Wellington – it can be quicker to get there than a studio an hour out of the city, with traffic.”

The next step is attracting big production companies to shoot film or television in the region.

“Nobody knows we’re here yet, even in New Zealand,” Roger says.

Currently, studios are in New Zealand’s largest cities – but plans are in the works for new studio space in Hawkes Bay and Central Otago.

Screen Marlborough manager Dorien Vermaas says having studio infrastructure in Marlborough could hasten the growth of filmmaking in the region.

“It’s a big thing for the industry to have good studio infrastructure,” she says.

“The generosity of having a building donated and a society

running it – there’s an opportunity for all sorts of creatives using it.”

It brings in big money too. Dorien says the recent feature film shot at Cape Campbell, The Light Between Oceans, brought hundreds of thousands of dollars to the region.

“There’s so much opportunity, and that’s what makes it so valuable,” Dorien says.

Award winning director Aaron Falvey has already shot one short film at the new studio and has plans for a second in the next few months.

He says the “hugely exciting” project puts Marlborough on the map for filmmakers.

“We’d love to create jobs,” Aaron says. “I want a film to generate income.

“It gives our own projects the opportunity to fill this up and use the space – to make movie magic.

Aaron says television and commercials is also an option to help make the studio viable.

“It would be cool to have it as a multi-purpose venue – but not lose sight of what we want it to be.

“It’s exciting to visualise what this

will look like in a couple of years’ time.”

Nelson-based screenwriter and playwright Justin Eade says filming outside comes with a host of challenges that dedicated studio space solves.

“Weather, portaloos, electricity – filming outside is tricky,” he says.

Better production facilities could also bring paid work to the region, he says.

“With short films at the moment

– everyone is pitching in for the love of it.

“We’re trying to build a local, smaller industry where people can work and get paid for the work.

Dorien says Aaron and Justin have been pushing the industry in the top of the south.

“They’re so driven – they will succeed and have a great future ahead of them,” she says.

“You need people doing it.”

Roger says it’s a good time to get into film.

“Worldwide, there’s usually a couple thousand of movies each year. But with Covid, the global need for content has ballooned beyond belief.

“We’re well placed for the next big idea.”

Roger hopes young people with creativity and a knack for building will get involved building sets.

“It’s fun work – varied and interesting- and it’s always satisfying seeing the finished product.”

Materials for set construction is also in high demand with Roger putting out a call on social media for supplies – particularly thin board and ply.

“We’ll do our own knock-it-outof-the-park movie here one day, that’s my dream. No one said we couldn’t.

“We’re open for business.”

The Blenheim Filmmakers meetings will be held at the new studio from next month.

To get involved, meetings are the first Monday of the month, from 7pm, at Sawmill Studios off Waters Ave.

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OPEN FIRE SEASON FOR MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT All of the Marlborough District is now in an open fire season - excluding Department of Conservation land which remains in a restricted fire season.

An open fire season means permits will no longer be required to light open-air fires.

District manager Grant Haywood says the changing conditions have caused this season change.

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COUNCIL ENDS MANDATED RESTRICTIONS Vaccine passes are no longer needed to access libraries in Marlborough as changes for My Vaccine Pass requirements, QR codes, vaccination mandates and gathering limits, announced last week by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, come into effect.

QR code scanning is no longer mandatory and gathering limits have been relaxed.

Council chief executive Mark Wheeler says people have been respectful and done their best to work with us.

“I’d like to thank the Marlborough public for how they have interacted with Council staff during the recent Covid restrictions. Many people used our online services or attended community meetings remotely.”

“I’d also like to thank Council staff for going above and beyond. All staff have had to be flexible and

work in new ways to maintain health and safety. Council was able to maintain all of its essential services.”

“I know that for some staff, juggling the demands of family and the workplace has been difficult at times.”

He notes there are still high rates of Omicron in the community so the Council’s current safety protocols for staff will remain for now.

The key changes are: • QR codes are no longer mandatory.

• My Vaccine Pass is no longer mandatory from 4 April at 11:59pm • The vaccination mandate is removed for education, Police and Defence Force workers from 4 April at 11:59pm.

• Gathering limits at the Red setting increase to 200 indoors; there are no limits outdoors.

FRIDAY NIGHT FEAST BACK FOR 2022 The Bayleys Friday Night Feast has locked in a date for 2022.

The popular foodie-focused night market joins an event-packed weekend in October.

Scheduled for Friday 7 October, the annual outdoor family-friendly event precedes the South Island Cheese Festival and Marina to Marina Race, both scheduled for Saturday 8 October.

Feast Marlborough Chair Nikki de Reeper says they’re giving plenty of time to producers, chefs and vendors to plan the delicious menus that showcase the amazing produce Marlborough has to offer.

“We are very grateful to have the continued support of Bayleys for the past six years, they are a fantastic partner. Their ongoing support, as well as that of the Marlborough District Council and Destination Marlborough, allows Feast Marlborough to be able to continue to deliver this free Marlborough community event,” Nikki says.

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What does 2022 look like for Marlborough? Challenging Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen spoke on the region’s economy last week at a lunch hosted by the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce. Chamber general manager Pete Coldwell has the good and the bad news.

PETE COLDWELL

Chamber of Commerce

Last Thursday the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce hosted Brad Olsen, Principal Economist from Infometrics, thanks to Marlborough District Council who contract Infometrics to review the regional economy each quarter and bring Brad down each year.

An audience of more than 50 business owners and managers listened intently to Brad’s views on what we face as a Nation and a region in the coming couple of years.

He opened by saying that in general the economy is doing quite well, and indeed card spending across New Zealand showed Marlborough in the number one position in December 2021, when compared to Dec 2019 which was a whopping 13 per cent up, but that’s where the optimism ended.

Inflation is now running at generational highs and forecast to be here for the medium term at the very least.

To quote Brad “This level of inflation looks like it will stick around for a while.” Tight supply chains are helping to drive inflation, prices of fuel are going up and

up and the costs of construction for residential building are now running at 15 per cent above this time last year.

These levels of inflation haven’t been seen since 1990, they are generational highs. This is then combined with the highest Official Cash Rates (OCR) we’ve seen from the Reserve Bank NZ throughout the pandemic. In truth these were always going to rise, we couldn’t stay close to zero for long.

But as we now sit at 1 per cent for the OCR, the Infometrics forecast is for it to steadily increase throughout 2023 and to potentially get to a height of 3.5 per cent which will take us back to where we were in 2015.

We need to remember that it’s still way lower than the OCR rates in 2000-2008 when they averaged 6 per cent but hit over 8 per cent in the height of the Global Financial Crisis (GFC).

It’s these increased pressures on household budgets combined with the uncertainty of the future impacts of Omicron that have led to the most worrying aspect from Brad’s perspective.

The ANZ Roy Morgan consumer confidence index has never been lower since it was started

Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen addresses Chamber of Commerce members at the Clubs of Marlborough’s Taylor Room on Thursday. Photo: Matt Brown. in 2004. To put this in simple terms, households think it’s a terrible time to purchase a major household item and that’s one of the best indictors of likely retail spending.

That lack of confidence isn’t good for an economy trying to get back on its feet, inflation isn’t forecast to drop for at least a year, so as those household budgets get squeezed, calls for pay rises will only increase, putting even more pressure on businesses.

Worker shortages are hitting, par-

ticularly in Auckland with a total of over 300,000 people now isolating at home across the country.

With our region a few weeks behind in terms of Omicron cases we’ll be facing this challenge over the coming weeks.

It’s this combined with the hesitancy to go out (HOGO) which is hitting our retailers and hospitality businesses.

All the town centres across Marlborough feel empty and we see businesses closing early or for more days of the week.

The Chamber has been advocating to central government to move down the traffic light settings to Orange, to at least show that we’re heading in the right direction.

We should get the answer on that on the 4th of April and we’ll keep our fingers crossed.

In summing up Brad said it could be a rough couple of years and he still advocates the Reserve Bank going faster and harder on interest rates to bring inflation under control sooner, rather than later.

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WWII ‘treasures’ could see light of day as councillors back expansion plans MAIA HART

Local Democracy Reporter

The World War II exhibition at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is a step closer to doubling in size, after a council committee agreed to help fund the $5 million expansion.

Councillors at a planning and finance meeting on Thursday voted to loan the Marlborough centre up to $1.7 million, if the centre could show it had the rest of the money first.

The centre, owned and operated

by The New Zealand Aviation Museum Trust, has already asked the Lottery Significant Projects Fund for money. The projects fund could supply up to 60 per cent, or in this case close to $3m.

If that comes through, some “other fundraising” should see the centre over the line.

Centre chief executive Jane Orphan told councillors at the meeting the expansion would mean their World War II exhibition was the same size as their World War I exhibition.

Jane says they are under “significant pressure” to display WWII aircraft of national significance.

They have been approached by the John Smith Collection to become “guardians”.

The collection of original WWII New Zealand aircraft, preserved by the late John Smith of Mapua, is widely recognised amongst the international aviation community.

“It should be regarded as a national treasure to be preserved, housed and displayed,” Jane says.

She says their ability to operate as an evening venue is limited to 320 people, but by expanding this could increase to as many as 900 people.

“This is investment,” she says.

“The day-to-day operations we manage ourselves, it will build on that revenue stream, and we will continue to operate in surplus.”

A report prepared for the meeting says the centre was identified as a “key contributor” to future tourism in the council’s economic development and destination management plans.

It says applications to the Lottery fund require support from the local council. It says the trust wants to get funding confirmed and contracts in place, to avoid any escalation of costs.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre chief executive Jane Orphan is “delighted” by councillors’ unanimous support for their plans. Photo: Scott Hammond/STUFF. Marlborough Mayor John Leggett However, the loan still has to be that will be used as a workshop says the loan application should signed off by full council in April. primarily and storage hangar,” really have been dealt with as an “If we can secure that money she says. annual plan submission, and be from the council, then we've got “That's one of those milestones. subject to that process, but they a good chance with Lotteries to So, when we come to be buildare under time constraints. receive the balance and bring in a ing exhibits and doing all sorts of “It’s quite simple, the application substantial investment into Marl- things for this major expansion, [to the Lottery fund] ... has time borough,” Jane says. that workshop will be invaluable frames and requires this council “There are a few things the coun- for storing materials for carrying to signal its support. The trust cil wants to check on. It's not all offsite.” quite rightly wants to move on signed and sealed, but it's very Jane thanked the community, this project,” Mayor Leggett says. close, so we're very hopeful that it volunteers and council for their “We know a lot about the Avi- will all come together.” ongoing support. ation Trust, and its value to the The council also had to decide if Any council funding towards the Marlborough it would underwrite the loan or $5m expansion would not impact community.” take the money from reserves. on this year’s proposed rates rise, Speaking after Meanwhile, Jane says the con- of 5.37 per cent. the meeting, crete slab for the centre’s new Public Interest Journalism fundJane says she hangar was poured on Friday. ed through NZ On Air. is delighted by The structure has been funded the unanimous with revenue from the Yealands support from Classic Fighters Airshow. c o u n c i l l o r s . “That's being done separately, but

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Selling property in paradise Tall Poppy owner Grant Douglas shares his Picton and Sounds area real estate expertise.

Over the past couple of years in particular, there has been a noticeable migration away from the main centres to smaller towns and rural areas, including Picton and the Marlborough Sounds.

“The Marlborough Sounds have always been a popular spot for holiday makers,” Grant says. “But with recent advances in communication and technology it’s become a highly sought after place for people who want a permanent lifestyle change as well.”

“It’s not all retirees,” he says.

“More and more we’re seeing working age people and entrepreneurs seeking a lifestyle change that allows them to spend less time commuting and more time with their families and doing the things they love.”

Properties across a range of price points remain in high demand in Picton and the Marlborough Sounds, he says.

“Buyers are looking for properties that offer lifestyle - anything waterfront or with water views in particular is in high demand.

“In the Marlborough Sounds, baches and small bush blocks that offer the chance of privacy and sustainable living will garner a lot of interest from potential buyers, and in Picton anything modern or unique is in demand.”

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UNDERSTANDING THE UNIQUE AREA In an area with unique geographical features including more than 1000km of coastline, local knowledge is key to buying and selling properties with confidence in Picton and the Marlborough Sounds, Grant says.

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Property prices continue to climb, but Marlborough’s are climbing the slowest Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) data reveals.

Marlborough posted the lowest annual price growth in February at 6.5 per cent – followed

by Auckland with an 8.2 per cent increase.

February shows property prices continue to climb but now at a more moderate pace.

While sales activity is down, demand remains and stock on the market is up, according to the latest data and insights from REINZ. Median prices for residential property across New Zealand increased 13.5% annually, from $780,000 in February 2021 to $885,000 in February 2022.

The median residential property price for New Zealand excluding Auckland increased 20.6% from $651,000 in February 2021 to $785,000 — a new record high.

REINZ chief executive Jen Baird says market sentiment has shifted over the past couple of months which is evident throughout the February data.

“While prices remain strong — increasing annually in all regions — the number of sales continue to trend downwards and an influx of stock across New Zealand is easing demand side pressure, which may in turn further ease price growth in the coming months.

“While prices are holding despite the change in market dynamics, there is now a fear of over paying (FOOP) amongst buyers, some of whom will be under additional pressure from legislative and fiscal changes impacting their ability to borrow.

“For those selling, conversations with their real estate professional will help provide a better understanding of what is happening in the market right now, get a feel for market values and the most effective approach to achieve the best outcomes,” Jen says.

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Changes afoot on club rugby scene PETER JONES There has been a reshuffle at the top level of Marlborough club rugby in 2022.

Just three teams will contest the premier competition this season, with the combined Moutere/ Awatere side pulling out of the top echelon.

Both those clubs will field a side in an eight-team Marlborough division two championship which this year sees the return of the Harlequins club to the senior ranks.

Central, Renwick and Waitohi will contest a three-team Marlborough sub-union premier competition to open the season. They will play each other once, beginning on April 9 when Waitohi host Central at Endeavour Park. The Marlborough sub union final, between the top two sides, will be played in July. If a Marlborough-based side is in the Tasman Trophy semis the Marl-

borough final will be played on July 23; if not, the final will be contested on either July 9 or 16.

Central, this year coached by Mako veteran Quentin MacDonald, appear the most likely of the local sides to reach the play-offs when the cross-over matches with Nelson opposition begin on May 7. Each of the three Marlborough teams and the six Nelson sides (Kahurangi, Marist, Wanderers, Nelson, Stoke and Waimea OB) play each other once over the course of two months, leading into Tasman Trophy semis and grand final.

Both Renwick and Waitohi have undergone plenty of changes in the off season but have talent in abundance, with player depth being the main concern.

Long-serving player/coach Jimmy Giles is stepping back this season, leaving Ra Hebberd to guide the Picton-based Waitohi club’s fortunes. Ti’i Paulo, who helped his side claim their first

Renwick’s premier side celebrates winning the Marlborough sub-union title in 2021. Photos: Shuttersport.

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Marlborough senior crown last year, is back with the Green Machine.

The division two title will be contested by Awatere, last year’s champions who beat Central 35-15 in the 2021 final, Central, Moutere, Awatere, Pelorus, Marlborough Boys’ College Old Boys, Waitohi, Harlequins and Renwick.

They will play each other twice, beginning on April 23, with semis on July 30 and a final on August 6.

With less players involved in premier play, it is expected to lift the standard in division two, which proved a very popular grade last season, offering a more “grassroots” brand of rugby and attracting large numbers of supporters weekly to cheer on their favourites and support their clubs.

The Tasman women’s competition will also begin in April. The Marlborough-based Central and Moutere teams will take part in a five-team, five-week programme.

Semifinals are scheduled for June 18 with a final on June 25. Moutere won the 2021 Tasman senior

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First XV is back in action in the Miles Toyota Championship, formerly the UC Championship, competition.

This year the side will be coached by former premier club coach

Tonga Taemoefolau.

Their first match is a home fixture against Roncalli Aoraki Combined on May 7. They have other home games against St Bede’s College, Nelson College, St

Thomas of Canterbury College, Christ’s College, Selwyn Combined and Ashburton Combined before the finals in August.

Age grade and junior rugby is scheduled to kick off on May 7.

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The MBC First XV front up to their Nelson College rivals before their 2021 clash.

Moutere’s women’s team were the Tasman division one champions.

Premier grade teams Renwick squad: Losi Malimali, Jonno Martin, Ty Bampton, Vincent Liardet-Smith, Daniel Jones, Josh Holdaway, Cody Weir, Isaiah Miller, Enoka Love, Kurt Schollum, Atunaisa Taufa, Sky Boskett-Barnes, Alex Barnsley, Michael Dillon, Falaula Fotu Moala, Zac Harrison Jones, Eric Munro, Ratu Bishop, Josh Galbraith, Cameron Hansford, Ben Finau, Clyde Paewai, Will McKenzie. Coaches: Ti’i Paulo, Zac Harrison Jones.

Waitohi squad: Luke Bergman, Dylan Burns, Taine Cragg-Love (captain), Sean Walsh, Andre Hebberd, Karlos Tautari, Corey Bovey, Viliami Napa’a, Veuki Taumoefolau, Osea Tarogi,

Michael Tuipulotu Leger-Kula, Jake Collins, Keelan Murrell, Toby McLeod, Ryan McLeod, Kyren Taemoefolau, Martin Patei, Talutalufou Numia. Coach: Ra Hebberd.

Central squad: Jesse MacDonald, Quentin MacDonald, Tino Vakaloa, Peter Vakaloa, Jeremy Foley, Siate Kivalu, Ben Reeve, Lockie McCormick, Jack Powell, Matthew McCormick, Braden Stewart (captain), Peni Fihaki, Olly Lawson, Jesse Eising, Ethan Jones, Mitch Smith, (vice-captain) Riaihi Rangihaeata, Nigel Satherley, Lani Fihaki, Tai Pangai, Jack Griffiths, Gazza Smith, Tamana Tui, Timoci Tavatavanawai. Coaches: Quentin MacDonald, Riki Winitana.

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European shift paying dividends for dressage duo PETER JONES

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Marlborough dressage ace Melissa Galloway says her bold move to Europe four months ago to further her burgeoning career was “definitely the right thing to do”, and recent results have backed that up.

Although Melissa and main mount Windermere J’Obei W, nicknamed Joey, took some time adjusting to life at their base in the Netherlands, the pair reaped rich rewards at their first European international competition.

In early March they travelled to the Azelhof Equestrian arena, near Antwerp in Belgium, for the CDI Lier event and came away with some startling results.

Up against some of the best Grand Prix 3 riders in the world, Melissa and Joey quickly found their feet in the impressive indoor setting.

Their first effort, although affected by initial nervousness on the part of both the horse and rider, earned a 68 percent mark, enough to earn them their first qualifying score for the forthcoming world championships in Denmark.

“I was a bit disappointed with the first test, we just made some small mistakes, but I was quite surprised that we didn’t get too bad a score, which was a good feeling because it meant the work I had been doing was a lot better.”

The following day they showed an ability to learn from their mis-

takes, scoring a new personal best of 72.085 percent and coming away with second place overall in the Grand Prix Special competition.

“The next day I just felt a lot more content and prepared and we were able to really show what we can do … although saying that there are things we can improve on. It was very exciting to know that we are capable of those sort of scores already.”

Melissa admitted to shedding tears of joy after seeing their score, especially after taking time to settle into their new environment.

“It’s been the most challenging thing I’ve done in my life, making the move away from everything I know and love, but moments like that certainly make it more than worth it,” said Melissa.

“I am definitely feeling a lot more settled now and it’s good to have that first international under my belt and know where I am at. It is an amazing start.

“The venue, the riders, the horses - all are just so incredible and inspiring … I am so proud of Joey and how he handled himself.”

Melissa works at the world-class Van Olst Horses equestrian complex, where Joey and her second mount Windermere Integro are stabled, and initially struggled to find the right work/personal training balance.

“It has been a little bit tricky between working and having time

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Melissa Galloway and Windermere J’Obei W. Photo: Supplied. on my own so I could prioritise my two horses. During the first few months I had some teething issues trying to find that balance but now I have a much better system and it’s going fine.”

Melissa receives daily training on her mounts and says she and her horses are “getting the hang of ” the different training techniques.

“It has been quite a jump for both the horses and me but I think we are now more at ease with the new style … trying to find a balance between the way I normally ride and the way they want me to

ride.”

Lying ahead of the Kiwi combination now is a step up to 4 star competition, a move Melissa says they are ready for.

“Knowing now how well we scored in the 3 star, the move to 4 star should be much easier,” she suggested.

Next up for Melissa and Joey is another trip to Belgium in late March, followed by competitions in Germany, France, the Netherlands, leading into her main goal, the world champs in Denmark in August.

With one qualifying score already tucked away, Melissa is confident of picking up a second one to gain qualification and a chance to represent her country.

Although her main focus has been equestrian-based, Melissa has found time to sample the Dutch culture from her base at Den Hout, near the Belgian border.

“I love the country, it’s so beautiful, and also the food, the shopping … people are very friendly and just about everybody speaks English, so that helps,” she added.

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The victorious Marlborough men’s team. Back row, from left, Chase Bishop, Josh Boyd, Dennis Mills (manager), Warren Brown. Front row, from left, Simon Hitchcock, Kevan Greenwood, Maurice Symes, Scott Mansfield. Photo: Supplied.

Bowls reps down Nelson to reach national finals PETER JONES Marlborough’s lawn bowlers will represent national zone five at the New Zealand finals later in the year after taking out the zonal play-off in emphatic style in Nelson on Saturday.

The seven-strong Marlborough senior men’s combination gelled quickly and scored a 3-0 win over the highly-rated Nelson team to set up their victory.

Singles player Simon Hitchcock led the way, coming from 18-20 down to get the better of former world singles champion Shannon McIlroy 25-20.

In the pairs, the Kaikoura combination of Scott Mansfield and Warren Brown led all the way against national reps Lance Pascoe and Kelvin Scott, who turned out for Nelson, and won by six shots.

The four, skipped by veteran Maurice Symes, comprised Kaikoura’s Josh Boyd, Chace Bishop from Riverside and Renwick’s Kevan Greenwood.

They led by six in the early stages and, although their Nelson rivals got within four shots, they came away with a conclusive 20-12 victory to complete the clean sweep.

Needing just a single point from their clash with West Coast, Marlborough prevailed 2-1, winning the singles and pairs matches.

Many of the season’s major titles have been decided in recent months.

Symes took out the open men’s singles champion of champion title, with Rosemary Finch winning the women’s equivalent.

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open pairs was taken out by Leroy Waihirere and Mike Mansfield from Kaikoura while Lyn Somerville and Pauline Bailey from the Blenheim club claimed the women’s title.

Bowls Marlborough results since December: Brydon Stretch Women’s Inter-Club: Winner Blenheim No 2, Runner-up Havelock Waterfront Open Triples Men: Scott Mansfield, Josh Boyd, LeRoy Waihirere (Kaikoura) Woodbourne Open Singles Women: Becky Walker (Blenheim) Nicholas Cup: Winners Picton; runner-up Renwick BNZ Interclub division one. Men: Kaikoura; women Blenheim Bowls Marlborough division two interclub. Winner: Picton; runner-up Blenheim 1 Interclub 3/5s: Winners Blenheim Suns; runner-up: Havelock Mussels Champion of Champion J1-J8 triples. Women: K Young (skip), P Quarles, A Mahoney (Blenheim).

Men: M Grenfell (skip), N Murrell, C Howard (Picton) Champion of Champion J1-J8 pairs. Women: K Bond (skip), A Berrie (Picton). Men: Barry Fishburn (skip), C Howard (Picton) Champion of Champion J1-J8 singles. Men: Tarran Moanaroa (Blenheim). Women: Kiri Bond (Picton) Champion of Champion open singles. Men: Maurice Symes (Blenheim). Women: Rosemary Finch (Blenheim) Champion of Champion open pairs. Women: Lyn Somerville (skip), Pauline Bailey (Blenheim).

Men: Leroy Waihirere (skip), Mike Mansfield.

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