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Ex partner drains wages from bank account PAULA HULBURT

A woman who threatened to stab her ex-partner has also admitted draining his bank account. Anita Rarere, 45, appeared before Judge Barkle, pled guilty at Blenheim District Court yesterday. Presenting the summary of facts, the police prosecutor said Rarere

had gone to the victim’s address on the evening of October 7 2023. The victim had been in a relationship with the defendant for 16 years, the court heard. “She knocked on his garage door. When the victim opened the door, the defendant swung and punched at the victim and threatened to ‘stab him up.’

“As the defendant left, she stated she would be back with a knife.” During their relationship, the victim had allowed his then partner access to internet banking. But the decision left him out of pocket after Rarere took money, sending funds to her own account in a series of 25 withdrawals. The victim had been paid $1087

in wages and discovered the money was gone when he tried to access it. He was left with just $4; the court was told. The woman’s lawyer said Rarere was putting an Automatic Payment in place to pay the money back. “She’s quite proud of herself in

that she has full time employment. “Things are going well, and she hopes for a sentencing date in January so she can make a good start on those repayments.” Judge Barkle asked for pre-sentencing reports and continued bail. Her next hearing is set for Feb.

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Feeling festive parade volunteers Lynda Williamson, Beryl Bowers and Gillian Chuter are getting ready for a special day. Photo: Paula Hulburt.

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Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor is now on the Department of Internal Affair’s register to offer congratulatory messages for significant birthdays and wedding anniversaries. The Congratulatory Message Service is a free service for all citizens and permanent residents who live in New Zealand and is available for birthdays of 100 years and over, and 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th and 70th wedding anniversaries. Former Float-Air Picton owner and pilot Russell Smith with daughter Kathy and wife Pat Russell. Photo: Supplied.

Former pilot recalls daring Sounds rescues

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A former Picton pilot who once saved the life of a critically ill toddler after a daring night flight is heading back to the Sounds to launch a book. Russell Smith, original owner of Float-Air Picton is launching his tales of his time as a float plane pilot. SPLASHDOWN, Adventures of New Zealand Seaplane Pilot, tells the story of his many adventures, some humorous, some harrowing. The early years of the service saw Float Air pilots save lives as they carried out rescues. It was initially a struggle to get people to understand the need for a float plane, explains Russell. “Sounds people were boat-oriented and said that floatplanes weren’t needed. “But the members of the Marlborough Harbour Board were open-minded and gave us every opportunity to prove ourselves. After some rescues, people realised the benefit of having an air ambulance available.” At times, the pilots flew in all weathers and hazardous conditions when called upon in emergencies. Russell recalls an almost impossible flight

in pitch darkness, to save the life of a toddler who had meningitis. “On a pitch-dark night, friends who lived down Queen Charlotte Sound called us in some distress. “Their one-year-old daughter was desperately ill with suspected meningitis, and needed to get to hospital, but their boat was out of action. “Night flying in floatplanes is impossible, but I went anyway, and with Divine help was able to achieve navigation and landings, without much benefit of sight.” Now living in Australia, Russell and wife, Pat, who co-produced the book are looking forward to being back in the region for the special launch. Staff at the Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum are looking forward to welcoming people on Saturday, November 18 at 4pm. Visitors to the function can purchase a signed copy of the book. Russell says he is excited to be back in Picton after leaving in 1983. “I look forward to seeing Picton and the Marlborough Sounds again. I knew all the Sounds like the back of my hand, and it’s still my favourite place in the world.”

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State highway chip sealing works are set to get underway across the Top of the South. Multiple sites are being targeted as part of Waka Katohi’s summer maintenance programme. System Manager Rob Service says permanent repairs need to be done in warmer weather. Affected areas include SH63 either side of St Arnaud, the Whangamoa Saddle and sites either side of Murchison. BOOK LAUNCH

A free public art and book event celebrating the life and work of one of New Zealand’s iconic artists takes place at 2pm on Saturday 18 November. Marlborough Art Gallery and library is hosting the regional launch of Don Binney: Flight Path by Gregory O’Brien. The book will be launched by Gregory, accompanied by renowned New Zealand artists and Binney commentators, Dame Robin White and Sir Grahame Sydney. The exhibition is on at the Marlborough Art Gallery until 26 November.

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Teens involved in Main Street crash Three young people have been injured, with one taken into custody under suspicion of stealing and crashing a car into another parked vehicle on Main St in Blenheim on Monday morning. Police, fire crews and ambulances responded to the crash at 10am between Keiss Street and Dunbeath Street which involved “multiple vehicles” and partially blocked one lane until 11am.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand responded to the crash with two crews from Blenheim, and a spokesperson said the car had crashed into a parked car and crews helped police and Hato Hone St John with scene protection. A St John spokesperson said one passenger was in a serious condition, one was in a moderate condition and the other had minor injuries.

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Sunday, 19 November is Omaka Dog Day. The museum is raising funds for animal welfare charity Marlborough Four Paws. There will be prizes for the best-dressed dog. Bring a non-perishable pet food item to enter or make a donation. Spot prizes and a raffle for two annual family passes to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre are up for grabs. Raffle prize winners will be drawn at 11am and Best Dressed Dog and Spot prizes will be awarded at 11.15am.

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Pre-school struggles spark strike action WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Worried preschool teachers are taking action as concerns grow over children being let down by a lack of funding. One hundred Early Childhood Education centres went on strike nationwide last week. And future strikes have not been ruled out. Three Blenheim ECE centres joined the strike for the first time, sparked by a bid to see more pay parity. St Mary’s Preschool early childhood educator Leigh Norton says that pre-schools are feeling a huge pinch from the top down. “The first 1000 days of a child’s life are the most formative and for many kids, it is spent in Early Childhood Education. “ECE gives kids the skills to co-operate with each other – it’s so much more than babysitting, because we’re all registered, educated teachers to the same level as primary or secondary school teachers but don’t have the pay parity that kindergarten teachers have. Negotiations between Early Childhood Education Collective Agreement signatories and the Government stalled due to disagreements on the levels of funding needed.

Emergency crews call to action PAULA HULBURT

St Mary’s Preschool ECE teacher Leigh Norton says that children’s futures, and the future of early childhood education, is at risk with current Government offers. Photo: William Woodworth. Non-profit early childhood education centres need more money to function properly, and provide free childcare education hours, says Leigh. If the situation doesn’t change prices will go up and some families will no longer be able to send their children. “If the current funding propositions were accepted many of St Mary’s kids couldn’t attend because we would have to put up our prices per hour and we don’t want money to be a limiting factor to education. “There’s lots of negativity in the industry because we love the

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job and the kids but it’s unsustainable – and the vicious cycle of low support meaning less teachers is already happening because teachers aren’t prioritised.” St Mary’s Preschool is one of three board run, non-for-profit centres in Blenheim with their staff of seven teachers having the support of their board to go on strike. NZEI President, Mark Potter, says ECE funding and policy settings have been unstable through successive governments which has had a disproportionate impact on collec-

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tive agreements. “This strike is not an action that members take lightly, but they have been left with no option. ECE kaiako are passionate about offering the best learning environment for our Tamariki. “We are asking the government to deliver additional funding that prioritises quality, supports full pay parity; and holds tamariki and whānau at its heart.” Centres are waiting to see what the next offer on the table is and further strike action has not been ruled out.

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It has been a busy weekend for emergency services. A person died following a car crash just outside Picton on Friday evening. The crash, involving two cars, was reported to police at around 9pm and emergency teams rushed to the scene just south of the Picton elevation. State Highway 1 was closed for four hours while the Serious Crash Unit examined the crash site, with officers returning on Saturday. Police yesterday said enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. Meanwhile on Saturday several fire crews battled a blaze at a two-storey property in Kaituna. Fire and Emergency New Zealand got multiple 111 calls around 12.30pm, alerting them to the blaze. A spokesman said there is no mains water and extra water tankers, and crew were called to the fire near SH6. There were no reports of anyone being in the house at the time of the fire. Crews from Havelock, Blenheim, Renwick, Blenheim Volunteer Rural Fire Force, Wairau Valley, Rarangi, Waihopai, Northbank and Nelson all responded to the emergency. The fire is thought to have started in the ceiling space in the kitchen.

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Eager entrepreneurs WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Keen attendees headed to Mayfield School on Friday for a market day with a twist – with students creating the market from scratch. Mayfield’s Pohutukawa class brought a variety of stalls to the table – selling food, drink, books, art and crafts and everything in between. The market project had joint goals of improving financial and economic literacy, product development, sales, persuasive writing,

graphic design, and marketing – with the added motivation of being a fundraiser for the class’s camp. The students used their own ingenuity to create stalls, with items for sale including freshly baked goods, flax grown on the school grounds transformed into flower bouquets and unused books being passed down to the next generations of readers. “Going and getting sponsors for the market stalls and the raffles was really interesting for us to go and do,” said Algyn, who ran a

self-painted art stall. “One of the things we have been talking about in class is regulating their own energy and actions, and some of the kids were really interested in the idea of calming aromatherapy so made their own awesome essential oil perfume roll-on’s, lip balms and candles,” said teacher Renee Gill. “Giving kids the chance to see daily business in a practical way is a great learning opportunity for them, and they’ve had some great ideas and lessons from doing it.”

Lettie and Algin give painting a go at Arkyn’s stall.

Mayfield School’s Pohutukawa class self-organised a special market, with everything from stall ideas to marketing coming from the kids. Photo: William Woodworth.

Paisley and Brooklyn man the pancake making stall.

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Picton trio prepare to jingle all the way PAULA HULBURT

Three Picton friends are getting set to continue a Christmas legacy which has captured the hearts of a community. Beryl Bowers, Gillian Chuter and Lynda Williamson are once again preparing to help spread festive cheer. The trio of hard-working women are members of the volunteer committee who help make the magic of the Picton Santa Parade happen. Nineteen years ago, Beryl was asked by parade organiser Marie Higgs if she would take over the special task. It is Maria’s legacy Beryl, Lynda and Gillian are proud to continue in her memory after she died in 2020. “She had everything so beautifully set up, so it was easy to take it on and just run with it,” Beryl explains. Organising the popular parade, which began in 1990, starts in July each year. The volunteer committee, which has grown to 10 people this year,

catch up over coffee and start a timeline in preparation for the parade. Monthly meetings follow. As big fans of Christmas, it’s a time of year they all look forward to, with the parade signalling fun times ahead. “The community waits for it as it’s a signal the festivities are starting,” Beryl says. “It’s all for the children but I absolutely love Christmas; absolutely love it.” Gillian, a relative newcomer to the community having settled in Picton three years ago, agrees. “Every child deserves to see a Christmas parade,” she says. For the first time in its history, the parade will start at 2pm this year on 3 December to allow for cruise ship passengers to also enjoy the atmosphere. An extra 4000 people will be in the region on the day and with the countdown well and truly underway there are final arrangements being made. This year’s celebrations include Best Dressed business windows, a post box for letters to Santa, kapa haka performances and the Pic-

ton Fresh Choice free food raffle. The Marlborough Pipe Band will perform while Santa arrives to give out treats. There will also be a sausage sizzle, coffee cart, Mr Whippy and free face painting for the children. “We have invited our local schools to perform and know how the crowd loves the Queen Charlotte College Kapa Haka,” Beryl says. The Belles, of which both Beryl and Gillian are members, will also perform for the crowds. For the committee, it is all a welcome chance to be involved in the community they call home, Gillian says. “The community are involved as a whole and it’s great to see, it’s a real community effort. “We appreciate the continued support of Marlborough Lines as our main and our other sponsors who help make this happen.” Registration forms to enter in the Picton Christmas Parade can be picked up from Harcourts Real Estate, High Street, Picton or email bowers@xtra.co.nz or juliea.kett@gmail.com or phone 573 6885 for more information.

Picton Santa Parade volunteers Lynda Williamson, Beryl Bowers and Gillian Chuter are spreading Christmas cheer once again. Photo: Paula Hulburt. The volunteer committee would like to thank their sponsors: Marlborough Lines, Marlborough District Council, Port Marlborough, O’Donnell Park Barging, Kenny Barging and other support in kind - Picton Lions Club, Signs Now Picton, Harcourts Real Estate, Fresh Choice Picton and Simcox Construction

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Refugee life captured through lens WILLIAM WOODWORTH

A Blenheim photojournalist has returned from a refugee camp where his work has captured the heartbreaking reality of families in crisis. Jared Buckley has just returned from documenting volunteering efforts in Bangladesh’s Rohingya refugee camp. Jared has been working with Tearfund New Zealand as their video content producer for the last two years. He returned home last week after 40 hours of traveling, bringing back photos he hopes will raise awareness.

Jared Buckley, kneeling, interviews a woman on camera. “Heading into situations like that and bringing back content that we can both spread aware-

Photos from Jared’s adventures in the Rohingya refugee camp. Photo: Supplied. ness of the situation and use to support them is so important because there really is so much desperation in the world.” Jared joined the Food for the Hungry team in the Kutupalong camp in south Bangladesh. More than a million Rohingya refugees who fled ethnic violence across the border in the Rakhine province of Myanmar are living at the camp. Jared documented work with two of Tearfund’s partnered health clinics within the camp’s 30 districts. Seeing the work involved has been humbling, he says. “It’s really humbling to go, and amazing to see work in the camps since 2017 to create a new million-person settlement.

‘But funding is slowly being cut, there’s no long-term development solution and not many permanent structures with most houses made of bamboo and tarpaulin - and the camp isn’t stopping growing anytime soon.” “There’s incredibly sad stories out there but the Rohingya people are making the best of what is a shocking situation through building a community and businesses within camps, but the long-term solutions aren’t there yet in a super complex situation that I only really touched the surface of.” Jared says the trips have been in incredibly as many Rohingya’s first-person stories are incredibly shocking, emotional, and

heartening – sometimes all at once. “I try to capture as much as possible in limited time but as much as you might know situations you’re going into, you never really know and must continually be very conscious about respectful, relevant and appropriate content. “It also definitely takes an emotional toll, and you never want to become desensitized to the situation around you.” Jared’s career started with a love of travel. He trained at broadcasting school and is passionate about his profession. Maintaining a sense of hope helps give him some faith in the future, he says. “There’s always hope and empowerment – the kids still play and smile. “In this world, especially in this field, you’ve just got to go and do what you’re passionate about”. See more of Tearfund’s work in Bangladesh, and around the world, at https://www.tearfund. org.nz/

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Members of St Christopher’s Youth Group compete in a balloon tower competition. Photo: Supplied.

Funding youth fun The long-standing annual Saint Christopher’s Anglican Church Market Morning returns this Saturday November 18, to support the Church’s new Youth Group. Stalls and activities will be open at the church in Redwoodtown from 8.30am to 12.00 midday, with many of the new group staffing the stalls alongside parishioners and providing fun. There will be plenty of bargains, for the whole family. St Christopher’s Vicar Deo Vistar leads the young group of 12 teenagers alongside several parishioners, which started in term 2 this year. The group gathers on a weekly basis enjoying each other’s company, social activities, food, and Christian teaching - having also participated in a Youth Camp in Nelson to meet other young adults from the Top of the South. New members are welcome, with more information on the group can be obtained at the Church Parish Office or at www.stchristophers.co.nz/.

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New Harakeke Hubs to connect the community

Young and old are invited to join together for the launch of the Harakeke Hubs concept in Marlborough this week. Council’s Community Partnerships Support Natalie Lawler says the new Harakeke Hubs are all about community connectedness – getting out, meeting new people, having a chat over a cuppa, and finding out more about the many services and interest groups in the Marlborough community, and how to access them. A Marlborough community led project, in conjunction with Council’s Positive Ageing and Welcoming Communities programmes, the new hubs will also involve Marlborough Youth Trust and Volunteer Marlborough, Marlborough CAB, Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, and a variety of local organisations who support the concept. “Everyone is welcome – this is an intergenerational concept,” Natalie said. “Studies have shown that connecting people to groups and organisations can help with overall health and improve loneliness and isolation. Living better and feeling better starts with one simple step: connecting,” she said. “We know there are people who are lonely in our

community and this project aims to help them make connections and get support to access the Marlborough Community Directory, a one-stop shop for local services, community groups and organisations’ information, including health care and support services.” Each hub will be hosted by at least one trained, community-minded volunteer Hub Host and will be held in libraries, cafes, community rooms, youth centres and rural community hubs. Host and signposter training will be undertaken by Volunteer Marlborough. “Harakeke Signposters are people in our community who direct people to the hubs and give information about the Marlborough Community Directory. Whether you're at the supermarket, at work, out for a walk, or with family and friends, you can help spread the word,” Natalie said. “Being a Signposter or Hub Host is a great way to give back to the community and help people connect and help others feel a sense of community involvement, participation and inclusion in our community.”

Join a Harakeke Hub during launch week at any of the venues and times below: Te Kahu o Waipuna Blenheim Library Wednesday 15 November | 4 - 5.30pm Waitohi Whare Matauranga Picton Library (part of the Company Cafe) Thursday 16 November | 10.30am - 12pm Crossroads 2 Redwood Street, Blenheim Thursday 16th November | 10 - 11.30am For more information go to www.marlborough.govt.nz/our-community/harakeke

Poplar trees on Moawhitu Restoration Project Taylor River coming

– where the past helps informs the future Looking back in time to better plan ahead is the key philosophy behind the Moawhitu Restoration Project. The project’s mantra - He reo nō te puehu – A voice from the dust – hails the need to understand the past in an effort to rejuvenate Lake Moawhitu near Greville Harbour on Rangitoto ki te Tonga/ d’Urville Island. The partnership project began in 2017 and aims to improve the lake’s water quality and habitat through the restoration of catchment vegetation, inlake habitat enhancement and restoration of connected wetlands. It is led by Ngāti Koata and supported by the MFE Freshwater Improvement Fund which also involves Council, DOC and private sponsors. Project manager Dan Moore and Ngāti Koata’s Tehau Kaonohi briefed Council’s Environment and Planning Committee on the project’s progress recently. Council’s Team Leader Land and Water Peter Hamill said the Moawhitu project

Kia whakatōmuri te haere whakamua. I walk backwards into the future with my eyes fixed on my past.

was a successful restoration project in what was one of the largest wetland/lake areas in Marlborough, and a place of huge significance to Ngāti Koata for traditional tuna (eel) gathering. “The lake has an ongoing problem with algal blooms due to the internal cycling and release of nutrients from lake bed sediments, and the modification of the surrounding landscape and vegetation has reduced habitat for fish species including tuna.” “This is a successful collaborative approach with a coordinated effort to restore the wetland ecosystem and improve water quality,” Peter said. In September 2019 core samples of the lake bed were taken and analysed to reconstruct the lake’s history over the past 1,000 years. “They showed a succession of native

vegetation clearance and land use change shortly after Māori arrival which continued through to European settlement, followed by the intensification of pastoral land use and the draining of the lake, which put paid to the wetlands’ margins,” he said. More than 60,000 trees have been planted since the project’s inception to enhance catchment resilience, increase biodiversity and stop external nutrients from entering the lake. “Our hope is to rejuvenate the water quality so traditional tuna harvesting can start again. This will bring Ngāti Koata back to their rohe,” Dan Moore said. For a virtual reality experience about this special project created in conjunction with Lakes380 using Lidar data go to: https://lakes380.com/he-reo-no-tepuehu/

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The first of nine poplar trees (pictured) on the Taylor River Reserve will be removed this Thursday and Friday due to declining health. Public access will be closed from the top of the stopbank at the Monro Street car park and spotters will be in place until the trees are on the ground. Parks and Open Spaces Officer Robert Hutchinson said an initial arborist’s inspection had raised concerns about the health of poplars on the riverbank. Twentythree trees were identified for further inspection using radio tomography. The testing showed nine trees with varying degrees of decay, and it was recommended these be removed for safety reasons. Once the trees are all removed further plantings will go ahead in line with the Taylor River Floodway Reserve Management Plan which identified suitable species.

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Poet’s work set in stone WILLIAM WOODWORTH

A young poet has had her words about an iconic Marlborough river immortalised on stone next to the water which inspired her. Mia Lasenby from Wairau Valley School has been chosen as the 21st poet to have her work included on the Taylor River Writers’ Walk. Unveiling the poem yesterday, Mia says it was great write about somewhere she loves. “I have always loved writing because it comes naturally to me, and being able to write about and give my feeling about somewhere I love was a really fun test. “Being asked by our principal Mrs O’Donnell to represent the school and have my work here forever is awesome.” The walkway poems started 13 years ago as part of an environment focus at Springlands School. Organiser Cathee Wilks says seeing the blend of environment and writing in action has made a tangible difference. “That class was so passionate

about their local environment after taking part in a water conservation and health workshop. “After testing the water and were so unhappy with the river’s state, so they wanted to do something that both makes a lasting difference and hits people in their hearts. “Changes started with the smallest steps, but the community support has been wonderful and here we are 13 years later with the only student-driven Writer’s Walk in the country.” Mia was joined by her parents Lisa and Andrew Lasenby, MP Stuart Smith, Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor, sponsor Barry Holmwood from Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors and fellow Wairau Valley and Springlands School students. “Mia is the cream of the crop of our writers and should be very proud”, said Wairau Valley Principal Karen O’Donnell. “The river is ever changing just like our community, and having these creative outlets are

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The newest addition to the Taylor River Writers’ Walk, written by Mia Lasenby was unveiled in Blenheim on Tuesday. Photo: William Woodworth. so important for our kids to be able to try new things and find inspiration.” Barry says supporting a project which highlights Marlborough’s young writing talent is a privilege. “My wife and I always take walks along the Taylor and love that we see people consistently stop to read the poems along the riverbank. “We engrave the poems into granite free of charge to show off our local writing talent in a permanent, public, beautiful space - it’s a real privilege to be involved each year.” Both Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor and MP Stuart Smith remarked how poetry is a uniquely suitable outlet for creativity and expression for the project and the river. “Poetry is food for the soul

- the Writer’s Walk allows both our students to express their relationship with our region, while us readers see the Taylor River through their words, and their eyes and so a huge credit goes to Mia and everyone who contributes each year”, says Stuart. “I’m thrilled that our Writer’s Walk is organically driven by schools, because our students tell us how important that the health of their local community, environment and waterways are with their words,” agreed Nadine. “Mia should be very proud of her work and adding her personal touch to this wonderful walk with yet another lovely contribution to a great project.”

Taylor River My body flows over the solid rock-ribbed floor Wavelets frolic across my surface Riverweed clings to the grassy walls commanding my path Droplets dart watery bullets, sparkling in the late morning sun Brown-grey shadows streak my edges Masking whatever lies beneath my surface Caddisfly Crayfish Small hairy pupa All dependent on my ebb and flow By Mia Lasenby Wairau Valley School

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Diwali festival fun Bright colours and lit lamps welcomed Blenheim’s Indian community to this year’s Marlborough Diwali celebrations at St Mary’s Hall on Saturday. Diwali, or the Festival of Light, is one of the most important festivals in the Indian calendar, celebrates the goddess Lakshmi and the triumph

of good over evil. The evening was commemorated by over 200 colourfully dressed attendees with the lighting of traditional lamps, a hearty Indian meal, rangoli art and a full dancefloor with famous Bollywood routines and traditional dances enjoyed by all late into the evening.

Archie and Nigel Botham with their Briggs class kart are looking forward to the 2023 KartSport New Zealand Endurance Championships this Saturday. Photo: William Woodworth.

Defending home tarmac WILLIAM WOODWORTH

New Zealand karting’s Bathurst hits Blenheim this Saturday, at the New Zealand Endurance Championships. Twenty form teams of three drivers will battel to complete the most laps of KartSport Marlborough’s racetrack throughout the 4-hour competition. Racers from across New Zealand are travelling to Blenheim for the competition. KartSport Marlborough president Nigel Botham says the event is always a highlight on the national calendar. “Our race days usually consist of 15-minute sprints, so the Enduro Nationals are a completely new challenge for many of our drivers. “It’s a unique event on the karting calendar each year, and always provides great racing. “Our Briggs class here that we’ll

be racing in is really strong, but from what I’ve heard there’s plenty of driver strategising and pit stop planning going on across the country for this weekend - so as much as its for

“I’ve only just moved up to the senior division racing a few months ago, but the older guys are great to race against and learn from.” Kart driver Archie Botham fun, all of the teams are out to win.” Blenheim drivers are aiming to defend home territory, with many local drivers eager to eke out as much home track ad-

vantage as possible. Archie Botham, part of the Motley Crew team and the youngest driver in the National Championships, is eager for the challenge against New Zealand’s best Briggs class kart drivers. “I’ve only just moved up to the senior division racing a few months ago, but the older guys are great to race against and learn from”, he says. “My strategy will be to settle in and staying comfortable in the kart throughout my stint, build into the race and lay down some good consistent times. “The quality of competition is great, and there’s lots of comradery on and off the track so it should be a fun day”. The 2023 KartSport New Zealand Endurance Championships gets underway at 12noon on Saturday 18 November at KartSport Marlborough, 1 Wither Road, Blenheim.

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Business Engineering new pathways WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Pursuing a newfound passion has seen Shannara MacDonald-Thwaites graduate from sales to a soon-to-be fully fledged engineer. From her role on the front desk, Shannara is turning her talents to engineering, becoming Gregory Engineering’s first female engineering apprentice. The archaeology graduate says she’s always been interested in creating things. “Honestly, I didn’t know exactly what engineering was for a long time which was why I never pursued it at high school,” says Shannara. “But I’ve always been interested in making, creating and doing stuff with my hands, and my family always has

been pretty handy around the place, so it’s great that engineering almost found me.” Shannara had a passion for vehicles and electronics growing up but originally went to university to be an archaeologist “of all things.” However, on returning to Marlborough she wanted something new to try her hand at. “I originally just started here on the front desk doing sales and parts work but after seeing how the place and industry worked for a while, I became really interested to jump in and give engineering a go.” Gregory Engineering owner/operator Pauline Gregory says she has always been impressed by the customer service Shannara brought to

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CHATS TO LOCALS AND ASKS... After the Forest & Bird Bird of the Century competition has been talked about in US media, do you have a bird you support and do you think only New Zealanders should be able to vote for it?

Community comments POET’S WORK SET IN STONE

I love the writings along the river trail. Thank you Mia for adding to the collection - I will look out for it. Well done. Jo Mason Aww well done, Mia. Can’t wait to read it. I was just reading a few of them to Lexie last week on our walk. Kristen Hammond Well done, Mia, indeed well done. Words and music both, eh? Brian McNamara

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Judy Westenra

It would be between Kereru and Kea, but it’s a New Zealand foundation so it should be us deciding.

I didn’t know anything about it, but I think it should be. I’d definitely support the Kiwi, because it is so iconic.

Well done Mia, that’s so awesome. Will have to try find your rock next time I’m down the river. Kim Gatchell TEACHER HURT IN ALLEGED ATTACK

What is wrong with people in schools these days, there was never anything like that when I was a student going to high school. Prayers that the teacher makes a full recovery from the injuries. Diane Kirkwood Lucky that it was before school hours or maybe a lock down? Hope the teacher is ok. Rachael Craven LIFE’S A BEACH FOR BLENHEIM TWINS

The lad nearest the camera isn’t going to catch much with his rod. Delightful photo. Merelyne Boniface

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I don’t have a bird of choice because they’re all worthwhile, but it should be voted for by New Zealanders because having the international votes kind of takes it away from the heart of the competition.

It’s our New Zealand Bird of the Century so it should be decided by New Zealanders, but I always go for the Kōtuku ngutupapa (Royal Spoonbill).

Too much boys, amazing. You two are gonna be our next stars. Renee Smith I loved reading about this. You must be so proud Tūī. Anne-Andrew Scott

‘SPIKE’ IN RABBITS AT POPULAR WALKING RESERVE BLAMED ON MATING SEASON

Bring back rabbit boards - control and jobs but no, can’t be having people shoot rabbits. Better to take jobs away and get rid of rabbit boards so the rabbits can be kept safe to breed. Lynette Valk I blame lack of management. Seems to be a common problem with councils. Jamarl Thomson ISSY TAKES AIM AT OCEANIA’S BEST

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The Queen Charlotte Tavern 1923 – 2023

100 years of history to be celebrated in style ADRIENNE MATTHEWS

On December 2 the Queen Charlotte Tavern at Linkwater (Māhakipawa) will celebrate 100 years as an iconic building in the Marlborough area and 33 years as a tavern with a 1920s night of fun and frivolity for which there are only fifty tickets available. 11kms east of Havelock on the road to Picton and at the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds like every corner of New Zealand, the area and its tavern it has its own unique history. Stands of Kahikatea trees were the reason for the initial settlement of the area in 1861 where logging and sawmilling businesses operated for a decade. In 1888, gold was discovered 2km south of Linkwater in Cullen’s Gully. At the head of the Mahakapawa Valley the town of Cullensville grew to a population of 1000 at the height of the gold frenzy. By 1896 the gold pros-

The two-storey family home built by Ronald Stratford, pictured in 1944, that became the Queen Charlotte Tavern years later. Photos: Supplied. pectors were gone and the town Ronald Stratford that became the abandoned and the land around tavern years later. Linkwater was transformed Dan’s son Leo, wife Grace and mostly into dairy farms. two children lived in the house A hotel was built in the town until 1968. near the site of the today’s local “It was a great place to live,” says store in 1989 but burnt down in daughter Raewyn Seabrook who 1897. It was taken over by Dan lived there until she was 8. Gilchrist and his family in the “There was a big front room with 1920s. Dan later bought land wooden floors that wasn’t used nearby which on which was the but I rode my tricycle around it. two-storey family home built by Our mother became a great cook

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The Queen Charlotte Tavern 1923 – 2023

Current owners of the Queen Charlotte Tavern Jane Tito and twin sister Mary Ann Surridge. In 1986 the property was purchased by Tony Furness and John Howard who turned it into the Linkwater Lodge complete with accommodation, tea rooms and restaurant until around 1992 when it was bought by New York born Professor “Gunsmoke” John Smart. It changed hands again in 1998 when publicans Sandy and Robin

Introducing some vegetarian and vegan dishes to the menu has proved extremely popular with some customers commenting that the tavern’s Vegetarian Burgers are the best they’ve ever had. Alongside non-vegetarian favourites such as Sirloin Steak with Chips, Salad and choice of Mushroom Sauce or Garlic Butter and Prawn Tacos you can find the likes of the mouthwatering Crumbed Feta Cheese with a Honey, Chilli and Garlic sauce on

all its charm including the native timbers and mullioned windows and decided then and there I had to have it,” she says. Since then, she has been running it as the Queen Charlotte Tavern which has become hugely popular with Marlborough people, travellers passing through and those walking or riding the Waikakaho/Cullen Creek Walkway. The reviews speak volumes thanks to her leadership team of chef Georgia Hayde, Sammie Hague and bar manager Andy Eccleston. “We get rave reviews for our menu,” says Mary Ann. “Georgia is great with coming up with different ideas and our latest menu is wowing guests.” Customers regularly comment on the cosy, welcoming atmosphere and the friendly, efficient staff and picturesque setting in a valley surrounded by bushclad hills. Mary-Ann has introduced many events such as “Trivia Tuesday Nights” and Thursday’s “Queen Fried Chicken Night”. Annual events are celebrated and live music is also encouraged.

Templeman purchased it, running it for twenty years as the Linkwater Country Inn. Current co-owner Mary Ann Surridge and twin sister Jane Tito took it over in 2018. Mary Ann had been living in Australia and was back in NZ for a holiday when she happened upon it and fell instantly in love. “I took one look at the place with

top of Roasted Pumpkin, seeds and a seasonal salad in a Light Citrus and Yuzu Dressing. “I love this place with its personality-plus and its great to be able to share it with others and am looking forward to the Anniversary celebrations,” says Mary Ann. The Queen Charlotte Tavern is open Monday/Tuesday from 3pm and Wednesday to Sunday from 12pm.

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Wairau Valley and Renwick continue to set the pace in the 202324 Marlborough division one 50over cricket competition. Both sides picked up victories during round four at Horton Park on Saturday, their third wins of the season. Valley made short work of cellar-dwellers Wairau, dismissing the defending champs for 101 in the 30th over, then running down their target without losing a wicket. The only Wairau batsman to make a stand was Sam Young, the MBC student compiling 35 from 64 balls to spare his side’s blushes after they were 7-47 at one stage. Medium-pacers Sukh Aulakh, 3-11 from five, and Sam Boyce,

Renwick batsman Luke Frankland drives elegantly through the off side at Horton Park on Saturday. Photo: Peter Jones. 3-16 from seven, were the main destroyers, while Greg Stretch picked up 2-14. Then Aulakh and fellow opener Harry Cambell ensured there would be no nervous moments for the frontrunners, racing past Wairau’s total in 14.1 overs. Most of the big hitting came from

Aulakh, who slammed seven fours and three sixes on his way to an unbeaten 58 from 44 balls. Campbell was more circumspect, finishing not out 26, also from 44 balls. On the number one ground, Celtic opted to bat first against Renwick and paid the price for a be-

low-par batting effort, losing by three wickets. Several Celtic players got a start, Tom Sutherland 37 from 62, Jaden Adams 24 from 36, Josh Poole 36 from 46 and Matt McCormick 22 from 32, but their inability to kick on and establish a really sizeable partnership hurt

them, being dismissed in the 38th over for just 160. Renwick’s steady bowling attack can take plenty of credit. Archie Cornelius bagged 2-46 from five, Keiran Gaudin 3-19 from seven, Piers Landon-Lane 3-50 from 10 and Rikki Bovey 2-27 from eight. A 110-run second wicket partnership between skipper Luke Frankland, 58 from 118, and Corey Bovey, 47-85, had Renwick cruising to victory at 135-1 but the loss of six wickets for just 25 runs saw Renwick’s lower order exposed as they stumbled their way to the winning post, Landon-Lane and Kirk Nicholas seeing the Green Machine home in the 48th over. Spinners Poole and Sutherland did the damage with the ball, claiming 2-22 and 4-21 respectively.

Residential tennis finalists forced to wait; primary school champs decided PETER JONES

It may have taken several weeks to find a winner, but the 2023 Marlborough residential doubles champions have finally been decided. The tournament began on Sunday, October 15, with all the preliminary rounds being completed and the finalists found, before heavy rain intervened, forcing the two deciders to be postponed. An agreeable date was found for the women’s final first. Top seeds Donna Clark and Ella Sowman, who beat Issy O’Brien and Pippa Sowman 6-1, 6-0 in their semifinal, took on second-seeded Amber Lyons and Anna Simpson, who had accounted for Sarah Dillon and Vic Struthers 6-3, 6-2 in the other semi.

The final, on Monday October 30, was a tight affair, Donna and Ella eventually coming out on top 6-4, 6-2. The men’s decider was played on Monday, November 6, and featured fourth seeds Ant Walkenhorst and Brooke Adams, who downed top seeds Glen Cameron and Dan Clarke in a semifinal thriller, 6-0, 3-6, 10-7. They were up against the seasoned combination of Chris Nott and Hamish Morrow, the second seeds, who beat Stephen Dempster and Owen Dodson 6-3, 6-1 in the other semi. The final swung both ways, Ant and Brooke winning the first set 6-4 then Chris and Hamish bouncing back in the second to win it 6-3, setting up a third set decider. This time Chris and

Hamish made no mistake, lifting their game to take it and the title 6-1. Primary schools The annual Marlborough Primary Schools Tournament was held at Pollard Park on Wednesday, November 1. It was run by Springlands School in conjunction with the Marlborough Tennis Association. Results: Years 5 and 6 Boys: Alex Watmough Smith bt Ben Cameron 9-5; Girls: Amy Watmough-Smith bt Joy Xu 9-1. Years 7 and 8 Girls: Mia Harris bt Sadie Eradus 9-2; Boys: Joseph Gilhooly bt Rab Keown 9-8. Division two boys: Keegan Middleton bt William Edmonds 9-4; division two girls: Hannah Bateup-Emke bt Casey

Donna Clark and Ella Sowman won the women’s residential title. Photo: Peter Jones. Twidle 9-5. Winners and runners up from years 7 and 8 and the winners from years 5 and 6 will travel

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Nat nails Hawaiian challenge PETER JONES

Nat Sutton was elated to complete the legendary Kona course. Photo: Supplied.

Marlborough multi-sporter Nat Sutton has just returned from a trip to Hawaii – but it was definitely no holiday! Nat travelled to the Aloha State for her first expedition to the Everest of multisport racing – the Ironman World Championships on the gruelling Kona course. Prior to the race she posted, “This is it. The past two years of working hard, early mornings, long weekends of training and a lot of kai … I have dreamed of this for a while now. While the lead-in hasn’t been easy by any stretch, I’m here.

“I will be visiting the hurt locker, but I’m going to enjoy that stay to the finish line.” And finish she did, completing the iconic event in 10 hours 18 minutes 54 seconds. Given the fact her Achilles tendon and calf had flared up after a training ride earlier in the week, leaving her barely able to walk, she was just happy to make the start line. After also having been forced to spend a week or so out of the water before travelling to Kona with some wrist issues, Nat was feeling a bit nervous about the 3.86km swim. However, following a solid training swim and with “perfect” sea conditions on race day she set off strongly. Unfortunately, cramp in her both feet around the 2.5km mark slowed her progress. “All in all, the time was a bit slower than I wanted but it

wasn’t horrendous and the wrist played ball,” she said. Then it was on to the 180km bike leg, her hardest discipline, and an anticipated battle with the notorious Kona winds. A salt tablet helped alleviate the foot cramps and she began working her way through the field. “The heat was manageable and my legs felt good,” Nat said. “When I got to the turnaround I was preparing myself for the wind and heat. There was a little bit of wind but nothing compared to what I had trained or raced in before. “I knew my bike time was going to be good but I was stoked to come away with a five minute PB for that distance.” The marathon run is normally her strong suit, but the Achilles/ calf issues brought an uncertain-

ty to the mix. However, Kona is no place for the faint-hearted and Nat remained positive. “Running through town and all the supporters was incredible … there really is no other race like it. Heading out to the energy lab I felt good and was thinking a sub 10hr was possible, but then the tummy turned. “I stopped at 20km and sorted myself out, then picked it up a bit. But I couldn’t put any nutrition in. That made for a slightly longer slog back into town than I wanted. However, I perked up again for the last 2.5km because I knew I was going to cross the finish line in my first attempt at Kona. “Thanks to all of those who donated towards my cause and made it possible, all the well wishes and most of all my support crew, Chris.”

Golf tournament returns PETER JONES

The Don Manning Championship golf day is back in 2023, “100 times bigger and better”, according to organiser Jeremy Manning. After the success of the inaugural pre-Xmas fundraising event, staged last year at the Blenheim Golf Club, Jeremy has upped the ante. Teams of five will take part this year, with “old school” dress required. The golf will be staged at the same venue, on Friday, December 22, and will again be a

nine-hole event, but with some added attractions. “The course will have 10-15 on-course food and beverage stops for the golfers to enjoy as well as the fun on-course events we had last year, plus a few new ones,” said Jeremy. “We have on course DJ who will be playing tunes on the Don Manning Signature hole #9 … golfers will receive a limited edition specially-designed golf polo shirt provided by Tsunami Sports and get a chance to sample a beer brand created for the day, plus a seat at the entertain-

ment evening that follows,” he added. That will be held at the Lansdowne Hub, with a threecourse dinner, spot prizes, live auctions, live entertainment and the chance to connect with leading sports people as well as local and national business people on offer. Tickets are $150 per person with proceeds from the event, as was the case last year, going directly to the I Am Hope Gumboot Friday organisation, who help connect young people in need to therapists or counsellors.

Players dressed in “Old school” garb in 2022. Photo: Supplied.

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Mako men in the Super mix

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A large group of Tasman-contracted players from the 2023 season are among the NZ-based Super Rugby Pacific 2024 squads named late last week. Twenty-one Mako players feature across all the squads, except the Chiefs. Once again, the largest contingent will play for the Crusaders, eight players, including recent signing midfielder Levi Aumua, signing up with the defending champions. Five will play for the Highlanders,

including powerhouse winger Timoci Tavatavanawai, who moves from the Moana Pasifika side. Youngster Viliami Napa’a is a new addition to the Moana Pasifika squad along with Tasman-contracted player Miracle Fai’ilagi. Also named was Atu Moli, Feleti Kaitu’u and Campbell Parata, who were included in the Western Force mix for 2024. Tasman players in NZ-based Super Rugby sides. Highlanders – Luca Inch, Timoci Tavatavanawai, Pari Pari Parkinson, Max Hicks, Hugh Renton Crusaders – Quinten Strange,

Central winger Timoci Tavatavanawai has shifted from Moana Pasifika to the Highlanders for Super Rugby Pacific 2024. Photo: Shuttersport. Ethan Blackadder, Noah Hotham, David Havili, Levi Aumua,

Sevu Reece, Will Jordan, Macca Springer

Blues – Anton Segner, Finlay Christie Hurricanes – Tyrel Lomax Moana Pasifika – Sam Moli, Viliami Napa’a, Sione Havili Talitui, William Havili, Fijian Drua – Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta Last season 28 players from the Mako camp picked up Super Rugby contracts. Missing this time around are: Leicester Fainga’anuku, Kershawl Sykes-Martin, Andrew Makalio, Mitch Hunt, Shannon Frizell, Fetuli Paea, Alex Nankivell and Tomasi Alosio.

Premier tennis wins clear-cut PETER JONES

Notice of helicopter use for visual aerial survey of transmission lines in your area. Transpower, the owner and operator of the National Grid, is undertaking a visual aerial survey of our transmission lines throughout Nelson, Tasman, Marlborough and Nelson Lakes districts during November. This work will involve a helicopter ﬂying at low levels (above 500ft/150 metres) above the transmission lines.

The work is planned to occur between Monday 20 November and Saturday 25 November 2023. While we expect the work to be completed within 3 days, however this schedule includes a contingency in the event of bad weather postponing ﬂight operations.

Scan the QR code to view a map locating the affected transmission lines in your area. The dates provided may change as the work progresses, please visit our webpage for latest information visit https://www.transpower.co.nz/ helicopter-survey

It’s important to us that you are kept informed and updated on our activities. If you require further information, please call Dean Scott on 021 657 394. TPMS141123

Two clear-cut victories marked the latest round of Wine Brokers NZ premier interclub tennis. On Wednesday, leading teams Marlborough Forrest Wines Whero and Rapaura Wairau River Blanc continued their rise, claiming 6-0 and 5-1 victories respectively. Whero, unbeaten at this stage of proceedings, played Rapaura Wairau River Noir. Although they managed a clean sweep of matches, the competition frontrunners were pushed hard in some matches. In the doubles, Josh Harris and Mieko Kimura battled their way to a tense 1-6, 6-4, 10-8 win over Owen Dodson and Eveline Apthorp van der Linden, while Hamish Morrow and Chris Nott accounted for

Ella Sowman and Glen Cameron 6-2, 6-0. The closest of the singles came in the match between Cameron and Nott, the latter eventually getting home 7-6, 7-5. Blanc took on Marlborough Forrest Wines Ma, with the doubles matches being shared. Blanc’s Anthony Walkenhorst and Jared Bell beat Koos Richter and Stephen Dempster 6-3, 6-4, while Anna Simpson and Jaco van Hensbergen levelled the tie with a 6-2, 6-4 win over Clyde Sowman and Issy O’Brien. The singles were one-way traffic. O’Brien’s 4-6, 6-2, 10-8 win over Simpson the closest encounter as Blanc continued to maintain pressure on Whero after five rounds. WK+ President’s grade results from November 7. Division 1: Rapaura Triple

Fault 0 Rapaura Masters 4; Marlborough Power 0 Marlborough Chilli 4; Renwick Racketeers 3 Renwick Netsetters 1; Renwick Four Strung 0 Rapaura Wairau River 4. Division 2: Rapaura Newhawkes 1 Rapaura Pinot 3; Renwick Rookies 4 Renwick Miss Hits 0; Rapaura Matador 1 Marlborough Tennis the Menace 3; Rapaura Mavericks 3 Marlborough Swallows 1. Division 3: Renwick Raptors 2 (22) Renwick BTL 2 (26); Grovetown Grove Tavern Turf & Tackle 3 Renwick Rebels 1; Renwick Re-strung 4 Renwick Chardonnay 0; Rapaura Floorpride Interiors 4 Renwick Racquets 0. Division 4: Grovetown Grove Tavern Platters 1 Rapaura Mainfreight 3; Rapaura Hākinakina 4 Rapaura Spr. Creek 4 Square 0.

Sport in brief SALVER WINNERS

The Marlborough/West Coast representative women’s golf team of, pictured from left, Gaye Munnerley (Greymouth), Rete Kydd (Rarangi), Emily Stenhouse (Marlborough), Lynda Shanks (Marlborough), Jo Prescott (Picton) and Sharon Davidson (Hokitika) won the Luas Salver against Nelson at Greymouth recently. Meanwhile, the May Rowling team of Jane Anderson-Bay (Marlborough), Sue Campbell (Ra-

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Ph Mal 0273157675. RENWICK SOCIAL TENNIS every Fri 4.30-6.30pm weather permitting. Members $2, visitors $5. 10 Uxbridge St (behind Bowling Club) Ph Leigh Andrews 0211913034. Visit FB page for upcoming events. PICTON NEWCOMERS NETWORK ‘SUNDOWNERS’ 5-6pm at Café Cortado on the waterfront. New to town? Need help to settle in? Interested in local activities? We can help! Ph Cathy - Coordinator 0210451799 or email picton@newcomers.co.nz LINK Fun, board games & afternoon tea in the lounge at Nativity Centre, 76 Alfred St every Fri 1pm. Gold coin donation appreciated. Ph 5783909 for info. UPBEAT ORCHESTRA All ages. Instruments. From beginner-grade 5. St Ninians Church Hall, Alabama Rd every Fri 5-6.30pm. E: upbeatorchestra@gmail. com MARLBOROUGH WOMEN’S CLUB AVO 2-4p.m. Guest speakers. $5. AT. 12 Battys Rd. Ph Dianne 0212147757.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY PICTON DAWN CHORUS Checking volunteer trap lines, walking through native bush. Contact Esther 03 928 4957 ext 1. volunteering@pictondawnchorus. nz MARLBOROUGH QUILTERS meeting 2nd Sat of the month at Marlb Vintage & Farm Machinery, Brayshaw Park 10am-4 pm. Join us to learn quilting or bring your own projects. Sewing Machines available. Newcomer’s welcome. Liz 0212067382. BAHÁ’Í DEVOTIONS 1st & 3rd Sun, 10.30-11.15am, Marl Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, 12th Lane. Blenheim. Cnr Farmers carpark. www.bahai.org THE ROADHOUSE BREAKFAST for car enthusiasts of all genres. 1st Sun of month, Riverlands Roadhouse, coffee cart on site, cafe has great food. 100+ cars at each of first two events. BLENHEIM ROTARY BOOTSALE MARKET Railway Station carpark, Sat 8am-12pm. Blenheim Rotary Bootsale operating over 25 years, funds to local/ international projects. New or used items, plants, food, coffee carts welcome. See bootsalemarket on Facebook. MARLBOROUGH STROKE CLUB a voluntary organisation dedicated to the wellbeing of those who have experienced a stroke, and to the support of their caregivers. We offer support, friendship & education with various meetings held each month. Ph Vyvienne Dunlop 5783837 or 021929955. MARLBOROUGH MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB committed to seeing mountain biking flourish in Marlborough. We hold regular rides suitable for all levels of fitness & ability. Including back country expeditions, easy local rides, more serious mountain bike races. Marlboroughmountainbike@gmail.com. BLENHEIM FAMILY HISTORY GROUP Interested in Family History Research & building your Family Tree? Contact us for advice & assistance. Informal gatherings held 3rd Sun of month, 1.30–3pm, Family History Rooms, Brayshaw Park. Ph Lauri 578 8385. MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET A&P showgrounds, 9am-12pm Sun, local fresh & seasonal produce & products. REDWOOD MARKET Redwood Tavern car park, Cleghorn St. Sat, 8am-12pm. Plants, garden products, flowers, crafts including handmade soaps, cards & jewellery. Raising money for your community. PICTON RAIL & SAIL on the Foreshore. Mini train rides & yachts from 20 cents. Every Sun & the school holiday’s, subject to weather. BLENHEIM RIVERSIDE RAILWAY Runs 1st & 3rd Sun of the month. We have Eftpos. Facebook / Riverside Railway. MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Parker St. Every Sun 3-5pm. Social Tennis Non-Members $2 All welcome. Ph Joanna 0275786436 BARNABAS CHURCH BLENHEIM 4pm Sun service. St Ninians Church, corner Riley Cres & Alabama Rd. barnabas.org.nz. MARLBOROUGH ASSOCIATED MODELLERS SOCIETY miniature train rides $2. 1st & 3rd Sun of month.

Model yacht & boat sailing Sun, 1pm-4pm, Brayshaw Park. KETO SUPPORT GROUP meet Sat fortnightly (approx. beginning & mid-month) 10am. Revival Café, Springlands. Informal gathering of folk interested in this dietary practice. No charge, no obligation but the coffee’s great! For info Ph 0275057774. REPAIR CAFÉ We’ll fix your small repair on site. Sewing, darning, bikes, small furniture, wooden items, toys, electronics & mobile phones. 9am-12noon. 4th Sat of the month. 25th Nov. John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations accepted.

GENERAL GROUPS CUDDON CYCLING MARL Track cycling, end of Brewer St. Mon & Fri 5.30-7pm. Loan bikes, coaching & tuition available. Contact Chris 03-5780433 or Warren 021663910 for more info. www.cyclingmarlborough.co.nz SIT AND BE FIT Tues & Thurs 1.15pm $2. Riversdale Community House. Ph 5780469 / 0223007342. MARLBOROUGH GUILD OF WOODWORKERS Mon 9am-12pm, 7-9pm. Wed 9am-12pm. Sat 9am12pm. wooden toys, projects. 1st Sun monthly 1-4pm. Brayshaw Park. Ph Philip 5705188. WORKING BEE – TE WHANAU HOU GROVETOWN LAGOON plant/weed/mulch Wed 9.30-11.30am. Thurs 1.30-3pm. Ph Rosanne 0210709267; & every 2nd Sun (12th Nov) meet at Wairau Rowing Club, Steam Wharf Rd, Grovetown. 9:30am-12pm followed by a BBQ. E: Justine Johnsonmarlborough@ gmail.com ULYSSES CLUB Coffee 10am every Sat, at The Runway Café. For info on other rides, E: marlborough@ ulysses.org.nz or visit marlborough.ulysses.org.nz. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Thurs /Sat 7-8pm. Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St. WEEKLY STEADY AS YOU GO CLASSES Mon 10.3011.30am The Foundry, John St. Tues 1.30– 2.30pm, Union Parish, 40 Broadway, Picton. (2 doors down from Police Station). Tues 11.30am-12.30 St Christophers Hall, Redwoodtown. Wed 1.30-2.30pm, Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, Blenheim. For more info ph Age Concern office 5793457. Cost Blenheim $2 per class. Picton $3 per class. MARLBOROUGH COMMUNITY VEHICLE TRUST Have difficulty getting to medical appointments in NELSON? This trust was created to carry people to Nelson for medical appointments. Email soundsvehicle@gmail.com or Ph 5741311. AA MEETINGS Marlborough area. Ring alcoholics anonymous for help to stop drinking. Ph 0800229 6757. www.aa.org.nz. Meetings: 7.30pm Mon, Plunket Rooms, 21 Bythell St / 7.30pm Wed Picton Model Railway, 1 Picton Wharf / 7.30pm Fri St Luke’s Church Hall, 20 Ferry Creek Rd, Spring Creek / 7.55am Sat Salvation Army Rm, 35 George St / 7.30pm Sun at Church, 54 High St, Renwick. RENWICK MENZ SHED 54 High St Renwick. Left of church. MT provided. Tues 8.30am-2pm. Fri 8.30am12. Ph Dave 02102282592. PICTON MEN’S COMMUNITY SHED 2 Market St. Wed 8.30am-2.30pm. Sat 8.30am-12pm Ph Bill Rogers 5735507 or Rex 021469191. A place of welcome for Picton’s menfolk. BLENHEIM MENZ SHED 4 Dillons Point Rd, Bright Centre Complex. Where men of all ages meet to just chill out or do projects for themselves or the community. We provide equipment, tools & workspace for most woodwork & metalwork projects. Open Sat 9am-12noon. Mon & Thurs 1-4pm. Ph Dave 0212340057. SENIORNET MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS Linkwater Hall, Queen Charlotte Drive. Tutors for people 50+ needing assistance with computer/smart phone. Ph Ian Cameron (03)5742558 to arrange. BROOKLYN CROQUET CLUB Tues, Thurs, Sat, 1pm Golf Croquet, Whitehead Park grounds, Brooklyn Dr. Mallets supplied. MARLBOROUGH TRAMPING CLUB A very active club. Mid-week, Sunday trips, overnight & extended trips. Info at www.marlboroughtrampingclub.co.nz or marlboroughtrampingclub@gmail.com

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Part-time casual cook / kitchen hand The Picton RSA and Club is seeking a Part-time Casual Cook / kitchen hand to join our team.

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We need an experienced Cook to take responsibility for the running of the kitchen, and cooking for guests in the evening and at its events and functions. This role is for 3-4 hours on Saturday evening, 4.30pm till closing, and will require some flexibility to be available for events and functions during the week and weekends, also to be available to relieve our cook occasionally. Key duties and responsibilities will include: • To cover for the cook when they are on leave or unwell. • To maintain the highest standard of hygiene in the kitchen and all areas of work • To maintain all equipment in good working order • To correctly store and use all equipment and foodstuffs appropriately • Clean and tidy work habits • To prepare and cook meals as required

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JENKINS, Beverley Dawn (Bev)

Messages to 138 Middle Renwick Road Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service or online to a/c 02-0500-0307076-004 Ref. JENKINS. A celebration of Beverley’s life will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim at 2.00pm on Thursday November 16, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ (03) 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

Queen Charlotte College, Kuīni Harata seeks a suitably qualified Property Manager/Caretaker to undertake the caretaking of our school buildings and vehicles.

The property manager will ensure Kuīni Harata maintains a pristine and well-maintained working environment for staff and students.

This involves being responsible for the compliance, cleanliness, safety, heating/cooling, security and maintenance of the school buildings, vehicles and grounds/fields. Your personal attributes will include:• A high level of handyman skills. • Be trustworthy and show initiative to manage self and job. • A good understanding of the Health & Safety legislation. • Tractor and Bus Driving Qualifications or the ability to obtain them. • Maintain a current medical, health & safety and first aid training qualifications. Remuneration is graded in line with the School Caretakers’, Cleaners’, Canteen and Ground Staff Agreements. Due to the nature of the position, remuneration includes the Caretakers House and mobile phone.

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This position is a permanent, full time position, commencing January 2024 or by negotiation. All enquiries and applications to be made to the Executive Officer Debbie O’Connell doconnell@qcc.school.nz

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