Marlborough Weekly 5 March 2024

Egg Sheeran

Resthome owners fix potential problems

PAULA HULBURT

Under fire rest home operators facing claims of misleading residents have been quick to fix potential problems.

Consumer NZ and the Retirement Village Residents Association of New Zealand (RVResidents) had reported 12 operators nationwide to the Commerce Commission.

Three of these operators, Arvida, Oceania and Heritage Lifecare, have homes in Blenheim. Claims were not centred on individual villages.

Allegations were mainly around marketing material relating to continuity of care and residents paying extra when they shouldn’t have to.

“Although many village websites make bold claims about offering a “continuum of care”, many villages’ terms limit a resident’s rights and access to these additional services,” says Consumer chief executive Jon Duffy.

“We are concerned the advertising used to promote many retirement villages has led people to believe they are assured of additional or hospital level care at their facility,

when in reality, that care is not guaranteed.”

Avida Ashwood Park, and Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village have carried out minor changes in response to concerns.

Operators told the Marlborough Weekly the issues were minor and no more action was needed.

A spokesman from Arvida said they had amended the sentence [on their website] and noted the commission did not intend to further investigate the complaint.

An Oceania spokeswoman says they moved quickly to respond to concerns raised.

“We received a low-level compliance letter from the Commerce Commission with no further action required.

“CEO Brent Pattison spoke with an Investigator from the Commerce Commission on 18 January and has responded accordingly to all the concerns raised.

“Oceania takes these matters seriously and is a strong supporter of accurate marketing across the sector.”

The Commission has put 12 retirement village operators on notice because their conduct risks breaching the Fair Trading Act.

Marlborough Cake Decorators Guild members Kerrie Stronge and Michelle Dawson with some of their creations, including Egg Sheeran, centre. Photo: Paula Hulburt.

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International music star Ed Sheeran has been given a sweet new look.

Marlborough Cake Decorators Guild president Michelle Dawson has crafted the pop star’s alter ego, Egg Sheeran, from chocolate and fondant icing.

And now other people are being given the chance to make their own mini-Sheeran, or other design, at a special workshop later in the month. The move comes as part of a bid to entice new members to the guild.

Michelle says the Blenheim Guild was once the largest in New Zealand but has dwindled over the years to about nine.

“I think that there’s an idea of what cake decorating is that’s incorrect in this day and age.

“It’s far from just icing wedding cakes, although we do that too.”

The guild began 25 years ago and Michelle, who joined a year ago, is hoping to mix things up a bit. With regular workshops held on the first Tuesday of every month, it’s important to discover what people would like to learn about, she explains.

From working with new materials such as Isomalt, a sugar substitute made from sugar alcohol to wafer paper, there is always something new to enjoy, Michelle says.

“It’s very helpful to be in a group where no question is a dumb question. Anyone who thinks they know it all is shutting themselves off as you can always learn something new.”

Having created Egg Sheeran and Marty from the Pink Ladies in the hit movie Grease, Michelle says it was “relatively easy.”

The workshops and Guild are open to beginners too.

“I thought it’d be nice if a dad came along with his daughter or maybe a mum and son and made an egg each.

“The good thing about working with fondant is that if it doesn’t work, you can just smoosh it down and start again.” she laughs.

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Fellow member Kerrie Stronge says cake decorating is a great creative outlet for anybody. A member for several years, she says she has made new friends too.

“There’s a great sense of comradeship.”

Michelle says pooling ideas is always helpful.

“I didn’t know Kerrie until I joined the guild and it’s really awesome that I have another group of friends. I think it’d be great to see young people as well,

so the knowledge gets passed down. How cool would it be if your nana’s turning 80 and you can make the flowers for her cake.

“There are lots of events where being able to contribute to the decoration would make any surprise extra special.”

Summer month meetings are held on the first Tuesday evening of the month and over winter on the first Sunday afternoon at St Christopher’s Church Hall in Blenheim.

The next Guild meeting is on March 5 at St Christopher’s Church Hall at 6.30pm and the Easter egg workshop is on Sunday, March 24 from 1 to 4pm and costs $20 per participant. Email marlbcakedecguild@gmail. com for further information.

PAULA HULBURT

An icing stiletto made by Kerrie Stronge. Photos: Paula Hulburt.

Scruff the dog crafted from icing.

A tiny edible cow made by Michelle Dawson.

Nine-year battle for Cook Strait salmon farm won

PAULA HULBURT

A nine-year long battle for approval to establish the world’s first open ocean king salmon farm has been won.

New Zealand King Salmon (NZKS) has revealed they have been granted final Government approval to go ahead with their salmon far, located7km off Cape Lambert, in the Cook Strait.

The move comes despite concerns from conservationists concerned about the environmental impact of the farm.

NZKS Chief Executive Officer Carl

Carrington described the process to gain resource consent, Fisheries New Zealand approval and to find common ground with iwi, eNGOs, and the community as being ‘very robust.’

Having achieved this milestone, the next 18 months will be pivotal for the farm, named Blue Endeavour, he explains.

“Aquaculture is a business that rewards patience and caution.

“We will dip our toes into the open ocean, to carefully realise Blue Endeavour’s potential, while continuing to talk to local communities, iwi and others who also have key

interests, rights and values around the ocean,” Carl says.

Blue Endeavour is expected to produce 10,000 tonnes of harvested salmon annually, with export revenue of up to $300 million per year. Regional economies will benefit from growth in supporting infrastructure and services required, such as boat servicing, and skilled jobs in farming, engineering, processing and more, say NSKS.

Trial pens will be put in place from June 2025 with a smaller scale pilot farm being built.

“This is when it starts to get exciting from a farming point of view –

building a smaller-scale pilot farm so that we can trial new infrastructure while monitoring the welfare of our salmon, to ensure they can thrive,” Carl says.

NZKS has farmed salmon for more than 35 years in the Marlborough Sounds, with nursery, hatchery and processing land-based operations in Nelson, Tākaka and Canterbury.

NZKS General Manager of Aquaculture Grant Lovell says today’s announcement is groundbreaking in terms of pioneering the open ocean.

“When we look to the open ocean, we are looking at the future for salmon farming in New Zealand –in cooler, deeper waters.

“It is a bit of a new frontier for our aquaculture industry – but one that we are entering one step at a time, backed by science and evidence-based decision making.”

Grant says setting up fish pens in the open ocean is “not for the faint hearted.”

“Putting fish pens out in the open ocean is not for the faint hearted. We will be working in a dynamic environment, with waves up to 10 metres high – anyone that has caught the Cook Strait ferry knows what we are talking about.”

Pleased by clean seas

Volunteers got stuck into cleaning up Rarangi Beach on Sunday, returning with a large haul of dumped rubbish and a cleaner public space for all.

More than 60 people went along to the Rarangi cleanup, with a variety of discarded wood, tires and general rub-

bish collected from the beach and beachside reserves along the coast. The Rarangi cleanup was part of Seaweek, with another Picton/Shelly Beach cleanup this Wednesday 6 March from 10.30am on the Picton Foreshore which the public are invited to join.

NZKS Chief Executive Officer Carl Carrington. Photo: Supplied.

Kenepuru residents road rage over charges

PAULA

A Marlborough Sounds community has hit back at council plans to charge residents extra to fund urgent road repairs.

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Draft proposals to fix storm ravaged Kenepuru Sounds roads could see residents pay more than $1000 plus on their rates bill.

Kenepuru Residents Association

President Andrew Caddie says while it’s good to see work move closer, ratepayers should be treated as equals.

The proposed policy change has big implications for the future of

about this, and the reasons for this dramatic shift to a more divisive policy needs to be better explained by the council.”

Kenepuru was hit hard by the storms in 2021 and 2022 which has seen the road closed to the public.

Residents have limited use of the road with many unsure if their vehicle insurance policies cover the risk.

Andrew says proposals to make Sounds residents pay more for the road repairs goes against traditional council policy.

All ratepayers should pay the

Kenepuru Residents Association President Andrew Caddie says people need to consider the

factored in. Our community is feeling let down and isolated,” Andrew says. Council proposals would see repair costs split with Marlborough ratepayers paying 70 per cent and Marlborough Sounds residents 30 per cent.

Under the council’s preferred option, a Kenepuru ratepayer with a land value of $350,000 wouldbe faced with a special rate bill of a thousand dollars and rising.

Andrew says questions also need to be asked over council’s decision to earmark more than $40 million for marine improve

“The reality is that people want to drive on the existing road network, 90 per cent of which is undamaged.

“They need to have trucks and other vehicles access the roads for many activities, such as taking livestock out, or bringing in building supplies or tradesmen to maintain services. Going by water is just too expensive.”

He encouraged people to take part in the public consultation process.

“The Kenepuru community has not been well-served during this difficult time. The road needs to

Council gets ‘bogged down’ in public toilet budget debate

MAIA HART Local Democracy Reporter

“Eye-watering” draft budgets for new public toilets in Marlborough have left the council getting “bogged down” in the detail.

The Marlborough District Council was approving its draft budget for public toilets at a long term plan meeting.

Dubbed the Public Conveniences Facility Renewals Programme, the council was looking to increase their budget over the next 10 years by $1.48m, on top of an already approved $2.2m.

The council already operated 71 public toilet facilities, 33 in urban locations and 38 in rural locations. The proposal would add or renew 19 toilet blocks across 10 years. Other locations included Westwood Business Park, the Taylor River, Ward, Pollard Park and Endeavour Park in Picton. Blenheim ward councillor Deborah Dalliessi said the extra $1.48m on top of the original $2.2m was “eye-watering.”

“We’ve got to ask ourselves about these toilets. We build them once, we build them well ... We’ve got some beautiful toilets, but not all have to be a tourist attraction.”

In 2022, three of the region’s toilets - at Seymour Square, Havelock and Anakiwa - won regional architecture awards.

Deborah said some of the current toilets could just be upgraded and wanted to see options for “modular, factory builds” that could just be “put in place”.

It led Wairau-Awatere councillor Gerald Hope to joke about putting in port-a-loos.

“I’m not talking port-a-loos, I’m talking prefab toilets,” Deborah said.

“I’m really concerned about the cost that we’re asking to approve here, I don’t support it.”

Issues such as vandalism had been on the increase and high quality fixtures were included in the builds

to combat this.

Council parks and open spaces manager Jane Tito clarified a lot of the toilets were purchased “ready to go” and council added extras to cut out the risk of vandalism.

The council went on to approve the draft budget, although Deborah voted against it. The budget, which included further operation costs too, would go out for consultation under the long-term plan.

Gerald then joked the council was getting “bogged-down”.

LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

Rai Valley comes alive

The 88th edition of the Rai Valley A&P Show saw country celebrations over the weekend. Traditional show competitions kicked off the ‘biggest little show in the district’. Equestrian events and cattle judging started the day, while sheep, dog, Harcourts Really Young Farmer, woodchopping and the Rai Challenge brought plenty of competitive spirit throughout. Vegetable competitions and trade sites created displays for interested attendees, while a crowd favourite was the show’s best mullet.

despite being stuck in the office, all volunteer organisers were incredibly pleased with how the day went. “From the weather to the smart set up of the arena and the trade sites, it was a fantastic day all around.”

The public toilets at Seymour Square won a regional architecture award in 2022. Photo: Maia Hart/LDR.

Rai Valley A&P President Justin Morrison said

Photo: Helen Moore Photography.

Green win plain sailing for Waikawa boaties

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Ongoing efforts to ensure Waikawa Boating Club is cleaner and greener has seen its members recognised for their efforts.

The hub has become the first in Marlborough to be recognised under Yachting New Zealand’s Clean Club Certification.

As a world-leading three step initiative, certification ensures yacht clubs across the country operate with their ocean backyard in mind for all club activities.

The recognition is a point of pride for Clean Club Initiative lead John Labou who says support from local sailors has been key to making successful changes.

“The first step was probably the biggest, where we looked to tran-

sition to more eco-friendly cleaning products, lights, organic and recycled materials being disposed correctly and monitoring water usage around the club.

“For us, we know we live and sail in the best part of the world, and a place that produces 80 per cent of New Zealand’s seafood, so it’s critical for us to ensure our members who probably use the water the most are enjoying it in a sustainable manner and ensuring others are too.”

Set up by Yachting New Zealand, the New Zealand Sail GP team and Sailors for the Sea, one of the criteria for level two accreditation is to help other clubs.

Waikawa have teamed up with Port Nicholson Yacht Club in Wellington to help mentor, share

information and experiences.

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Lead Alisa Torgersen says she is thrilled to see the Waikawa Club moving forward so quickly with the initiative.

“It is awesome to see that Waikawa Boating Club have run Clean Regattas for both their Women’s Regatta and their New Years Regattas,” she says.

The club has been awarded a two star accreditation under the scheme.

Waikawa also partnered with certified natural sunscreen Goodbye Sunblock, providing club members various discounts and incentives to use reef/ocean safe sunblock.

For their efforts, the club will also be receiving a personalised vid-

Entrants for the WineWorks Marlborough Wine Race duel on their race to Resolution Bay.

Photo: Supplied.

eo from SailGP team members congratulating them for their achievement. Following their off the water successes, there was also plenty to celebrate after the WineWorks

Cranking out fantastic local foods

A series of foodie events served up in Marlborough are giving people the chance to meet local producers in person.

The Cranky Pantry’s first Meet the Makers event encourages connec tions between customers and pro ducers, with the Blenheim busi ness hosting the first in a series

with local suppliers on Thursday.

Cranky Goat’s Hannah Lamb says everyone benefits from the arrangement.

“We know our suppliers really well from running in the same foodie circles, so these are a great oppor-

in more people because customers come in to get their favourites and inevitably find something new to try that’s just as local as them.”

The locally orientated food shop prides itself on stocking Marlborough producers, with the first

Black Garlic, Pinoli Pinenuts, Three Cats Chutney and Boom! Sauces.

The next Meet the Makers opportunity on 15 March invites West Coast Pies from Westport, who Marlborough-based Premium

Marlborough Wine Race last week.

Both inshore and offshore races began in light winds which built throughout the day and resulted in some exciting racing towards the joint finish line at Resolution Bay.

“It was a brilliant day had by all”, says WineWorks Marlborough General Manager Damien Gillman.

“The Queen Charlotte Sounds turned on terrific weather and our hosts on the magnificent vessel ‘Freedom’ made the whole experience all the more enjoyable.

“We are proud to support the Waikawa Boating Club and such a superb event celebrating the fine wine that is made in our region and across the country.”

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

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Summerset Blenheim homes now available*

At Summerset, our retirement villages are designed to make sure you get the best out of your retirement. Summerset Blenheim is no exception, with a range of brand-new two and three-bedroom homes available now, ready to move in and make your own*.

Situated in the heart of Marlborough, surrounded by vineyards and mountain views, this brand-new village is close to everything Blenheim and the Marlborough Sounds have to offer.

Summerset Blenheim will offer a vibrant community, resort-style facilities and Summerset’s renowned continuum of care – all safe and secure within our fully gated community.

If you’ve ever been curious about village life, now could be the time. We’re holding an Open Day every Thursday in March, so you can get a taste of the Summerset life that our residents love so much.

Love the life you choose

Open Days, 10am - 2pm

Every Thursday in March

Summerset Blenheim

183 Old Renwick Road, Springlands

03 520 6042 | summerset.co.nz/blenheim

Motoring Keeping Kombi’s rolling

This year’s Volkswagen Nationals are coming to Kaikōura, with a revolutionary guest in the shape of KEV, a 1966 Kombi with a transitioned EV powertrain.

Volkswagen New Zealand’s KEV (Kombi Electric Vehicle) will be on display for the weekend.

KEV will be helping educate VW lovers on the brand’s journey to reduce its carbon footprint and to celebrate the much-anticipated arrival of the new, fully electric ID. range that launched in 2023.

Volkswagen New Zealand’s Special Vehicles Manager Max van den Bergen says the change from classic to e-classic has been an extraordinary venture.

“I know Kombi owners are super passionate about their vehicles, so it’s great to share our journey and

plans required to turn their classic into a full EV,” says Max.

“When almost half (47 per cent) of Kiwis are likely considering an EV for their next vehicle, we’re thrilled to offer a range of electric and PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles) options along with one that’s slightly more unexpected.”

Once used by the Dunedin Health Board, KEV has been lovingly restored and repowered with a new heart, fuelled by clean energy.

The initiative seeks to “green up” one of the brand’s most recognisable vehicles with an open-source guide online.

Volkswagen nationals have been running in NZ for more than 30 years. They rely on the support of volunteers from the local VW club in each area where it takes place, which changes year on year.

This year’s event is being organised by East Coast Air Cooled – a non-profit car club based in Christchurch, established in 2016. Coordinator Kirsty Hopewell is eagerly looking forward to Easter Weekend.

“We’re super excited for Kaikōura, because as drivers we’re passionate about the area and wanting to put money back into small town communities.

“Kaikōura is an ideal position for the VW community, and we’ve got

entries coming ranging from 1952 until the modern day travelling from the very far north to the very far south.

“It’s special to have the Kombi Electric Vehicle coming along too, because the community behind these sort of older vehicles are always interested in finding ways to keep their favourite vehicles on the road.” Volkswagen’s goal is to continue to spread peace, love, and freedom with free-to-all access on how to convert a classic Kombi to an EV. Anyone can revolutionise their Kombi with the Volkswagen Greenprint, available now from volkswagen.co.nz/ekombi.

The Volkswagen Nationals will be out and about Kaikōura for the public to admire, with the Qualitat Show & Shine from 10am to 3pm on Saturday 30 March, before a lunch cruise to Mt Lyford and a twilight cruise through Kaikoura on Sunday 31.

Can’t make the trip to Kaikoura for the Nationals? Head into Motorworld Marlborough on Scott Street and talk to the team about everything Volkswagen – including their ID EV range, their plug-in hybrid and ICE powered vehicles, commercial vehicle options and their California motorhome range, the modern-day relative of the Kombi.

Intersections are among the most dangerous places on our road network. The risk increases when it’s dark.

KEV, Volkswagen New Zealand’s Kombi reimagined as an electric vehicle, will be at the VW Nationals in Kaikōura this Easter. Photos: Supplied/Volkswagen NZ.

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The boot of KEV becomes a key part to housing the EV’s wiring and powertrain.

Volkswagen New Zealand engineers deconstructed the Kombi completely for it to be reborn as KEV as part of their Greenprint guide.

KEV’s interior awaits people to check him out at the VW Nationals in Kaikoura this Easter.

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Out for the Three-count

Warner Bros’ Discovery channel Three isn’t disappearing but the notion of a flagship New Zealand channel with no locally produced programming hits home for a young provincial town newspaper reporter. William Woodworth shares why he is unsettled by the revelation.

If you’ve not been keeping an eye on national news, last week Three, owned by Warner Bros Discovery, have proposed huge cuts to journalists and production staff this July.

The announcement on Wednesday sees the beginning of the end for shows like NewsHub, the AM Show, and Paddy Gower Has Issues, directly affecting approximately 300 of the 400 employees.

This is at the same time where the media is already struggling on a nationwide and global basis. It’s being criticised from many in both the government and the public and suffering huge revenue declines.

The Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill, which aims to compensate news producers for content posted on Google, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter), wouldn’t cover losses.

The fallout from an international company cutting all local production at New Zealand’s only privately owned television station due to a lack of advertising money is massively impactful to the New Zealand media landscape. It runs far deeper than those who will be celebrating the demise of the ‘mainstream media’ realise.

Three provided, without many noticing, the tangible alternative to a fully government-owned media landscape and became a haven for a huge

range of New Zealand creativity while running on a number-8-wire, smell of an oily rag mentality for 35 years.

It has survived everything from facing bankruptcy and NZX delisting in 1990 after just one year, to its variety of brand updates and spinoff ventures for a modern audience.

And yes, while it did take money from the Government, it ensured funding was going to the creative nurturing of local talent.

Without Three as a privately owned, New Zealand-focused production company, shows as varied as Suzy’s World, Outrageous Fortune, Pulp Sport, 7 Days, Target, and Campbell Live would have never seen the light of day.

Locally produced versions of shows like The Block and Married at First Sight are being discontinued, because Warner Bros Discovery New Zealand can’t stump up the funds to cover their part of sponsor-subsidised shows.

Creative jobs for future Kiwis coming out from university, from special effects artists and camera and lighting crew to future Peter Jackson’s or Flight of the Conchords’, have just had their career options and opportunities to shine domestically slashed.

In a very turbulent time worldwide for both media and in general, this is when society needs to have more journalists covering and diving deeper into more stories, giving a wider variety of opinions that the general public can digest and come to their own conclusions –not less.

Competition in any market creates a drive to get more accurate, more varied and more engaging stories, and one of the key aspects to a functioning democracy is an alive, thriving, public interest media. The fact every political party in the Beehive agrees on this says volumes,

While duopolies are bad, monopolies are worse.

The death of NewsHub, the AM Show, Paddy Gower has Issues and its channel mates is a warning shot across the bow for the future of media in New Zealand.

The fact many of our major media publications cannot afford to continue their Fourth Estate role and are seeing the need to go behind paywalls should be of a huge concern.

If all you want to see is re-runs of whatever Warner Bros Discovery programmes that they have the rights to air this month, then tune in.

Agree or disagree? I’d like to know what you think. Email william@topsouthmedia.co.nz.

Do you think we should still receive physical copies of the phonebook?

No. I can’t tell you the last time I used one.

No, I don’t really use them. I know people still do though, so maybe it should be something you can opt into.

Yes, I prefer the physical act of looking for it and writing it down than saving things in phones.

Probably not, but it should be available. I haven’t used one for years but for people that use landlines or don’t use the internet that much, they’re still handy.

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Womens Day

MARCH 8, 2023

International Women’s Day occurs globally on the 8th March every year in honour of the amazing women who campaigned for women’s rights and those who continue to do so today. The Marlborough Weekly is celebrating by sharing some insights from some of our inspirational local business women in Marlborough.

Nikki Jacobson

Sandy Knight

What is your greatest passion? Family and friends as well as exercise and potato chips (just can’t shake that last one!)

What is something readers might not know about you? I represented New Zealand in table tennis when I was 16!

Best piece of advice you can offer? Sign here first…it’s a world of disclosures. Actually, looking back, the best piece of advice for a fulfilled life would be don’t be afraid to fail. Throw yourself into things and get excited about the feeling of achievement regardless of whether it goes perfectly.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? I think it’s fantastic Forsyth Barr now has an office in Marlborough. It’s wonderful for all those with a passion for finance to be able to have a career and bring up a family in one of New Zealand’s thriving regions.

3 Waters Avenue, Corner Battys Road and Waters Avenue, Blenheim forsythbarr.co.nz

Michelle Rosthorn

What is your greatest passion? When it comes to work…my passion is to create a piece of jewellery for a client, of beauty beyond their dreams, that really holds a personal story for them, often keeping past stories alive and of a quality that can be carried on to future generations.

What is something readers might not know about you? I come from Cape Town, where I served a four and a half year, full time apprenticeship in precious metal working and jewellery manufacture, qualifying as a goldsmith in 1995. Best piece of advice you can offer? There is so much to be grateful for in life. Concentrate on that and everything will be all right. We all make mistakes, learn from them, put them behind you and keep moving forward.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? I hope that I am an inspiration and set an example for young women. By following your heart, and with hard work and perseverance, it is possible to raise and be part of a fun loving family while at the same time, gain the fulfilment of a successful career.

03 577 7633 | michrosthorn@gmail.com

137 High St, Blenheim

What is your greatest passion? Working alongside our client’s to help them achieve their dream. Many tradies see a home as a job site - for me, their home is their sanctuary and needs to reflect their own personal flavours & be treated with the utmost respect.

What is something readers might not know about you? My biggest inspiration is my Grandmother, Florence Humphries, who was a Mentor to Helen Clark back in the 70’s. She campaigned for the rights of the working class & for equality in women’s rights. She features in a book about the 100 most influential women in NZ’s history.

Best piece of advice you can offer? Hold your head up and look the world in the eye.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? Women in trades has become more commonplace nowadays which is fantastic to see. There was a time when women were not seen with tools in hand and I believe that the likes of myself and others have made it more acceptable for women to feel empowered and confident to give trades a go!

Phone 022 017 6691 · decoratingmarlborough.co.nz

Anna Bensemann

What is your greatest passion? Helping people navigate the complex world of seeking resource consents from Council. With so many aspects of our environment and urban environments to consider when seeking a resource consent, the response I get from helping someone be successful in achieving their goals, or simply meeting Council compliance, keeps me wanting to serve more people. What is something readers might not know about you? Born and raised in the Wairau Valley and attending Wairau Valley Primary School, I am a third generation local.

Best piece of advice you can offer? Never be afraid to admit you don’t understand, and always ask questions. Gaining knowledge is about being curious and asking questions will help you, and those around you, grow and learn.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? Through owning my own business, and being successful with the support of an amazing team at Baseline Group, I have been able to share the knowledge and insights I have gained with young women in the planning industry. Watching them learn and grow from that experience is, in itself, inspiring.

Phone 03 578 7299 · blg.nz

Womens Day

MARCH 8, 2023

This year’s theme is “Inspire Inclusion”. This campaign emphasises the importance of valuing the inclusionof women. When we inspire others we contribute to create a better world. When women themselves are encouraged to participate and be included, they experience a sense of belonging and empowerment.

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Gina Botham

What is your greatest passion? I’m totally hooked on soaking up new skills, and I’m all about giving everything a shot. Learning is my jam, and turning ideas into reality is where I thrive. Whether it’s exploring the great outdoors or jet-setting, my passion is all about bringing cool ideas to life. As a businesswoman, I’m on a mission to make a difference by turning dreams into reality.

What is something readers might not know about you? I have a deep appreciation for the automotive world. I grew up in Blenheim, and studied automotive in Nelson.

Best piece of advice you can offer? Never lose faith in yourself — ride life’s roller coaster with a big smile. Embrace the twists and turns, be kind to yourself, and in the dynamic business world, flex and bounce back. Adaptability and resilience? That’s our secret sauce for owning the success game.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? As a member of our family cafe, I contribute to creating a welcoming space that goes beyond serving food. It’s not just a business; it’s a platform to inspire everyone following my journey.

71 High Street, Blenheim · Phone 03 578 3828

Rachel Black

What is your greatest passion? I love my job! The Marlborough Women’s refuge is a non-profit organisation that has campaigned for women’s rights and has done so since the early 1970s. It’s great to be involved in such an important cause and I wouldn’t trade it for anything else.

What is something readers might not know about you? I am a current representative on the governing board of The National Collective of Independent Womens Refuges. This is the official national body to receive and distribute funds, negotiate permanent funding, co-ordinate the refuges and provide national representation.

Best piece of advice you can offer? ‘Silence is also conversation’ - Listen and learn.

How has your inclusion in your business helped inspire others? Everyday we work together as an organisation to help those in need. Without a strong team collective it wouldn’t be possible to provide the support we do and with this in mind we are always aiming to work well as a team and inspire each other.

Phone 03 577 9939

admin@marlbrefuge.com

What is your greatest passion? My Greatest passion aside from my family and fur babies is my business. I take pride in the enjoyment people get out of coming into the store and shopping with my amazing team.

What is something readers might not know about you? I always wanted to be a vet… Being a jeweller was never on my radar until my 20’s.

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Discrete advice to help spice up your life

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Taking the plunge – building and renovating

Planning a new build or

is both exciting and daunting. There is the thrill of taking a step toward putting a dream into a reality and enhancing

quality of living but also the nervousness as to whether the project will go according to plan and be everything you wanted.

Fortunately, Marlborough is blessed with a large stable of experienced and highly competent builders and building companies along with talented architects and designers so there is plenty of choice of who can do the work for you. It helps to have some idea of the kind of design you want. There is an infinite array of ideas online and on builder’s websites. Start an online scrapbook of features and styles that appeal.

Some very successful builders however, don’t have much of an online presence, being so popular that most of their work comes by word of mouth so ask around your community to find recommendations.

A visit to the Marlborough District Council can give you information about permits and regulatory requirements but unless you have done building applications yourself before, it is advisable for your designer

or builder to remove any potential stress and sort these out for you.

Good planning is vital to ensuring a successful building or renovation process.

Being absolutely clear about your budget is essential to avoid expensive and distressing cost overruns.

The whole process should be a positive one and you need to know there won’t be any unexpected “surprises.”

Renovations can be tricky as often it is not clear to a builder what is underneath the cladding of existing buildings so you need to build in funds for potential contingencies.

Sometimes engineers are required to certify that land is safe to build on.

Many a new home builder or renovator has found what they thought was solid ground, was in fact fill or soil that had moved off hills nearby, facilitating many extra thousands of dollars in remediation.

You will need to decide whether you can stay in your home while renovation work is done or whether it will be quicker, safer and more expedient for you to move out temporarily.

Most importantly, once your project is underway, keep in regular touch with your builder and, if you can, regularly visit your site so that you can understand every aspect of the process and end up with a result that is a joy.

Marlborough is home to many experienced tradies who will help transform your vision into reality. Photo: Supplied.

ADRIENNE MATTHEWS

The Central rugby club is in fine heart. Their premier team are backto-back winners of the Tasman Trophy, their lower grade sides are primed and ready to roll into 2024, while their junior numbers are trending upwards.

The Blues, based at the western corner of Lansdowne Park, have flown high in recent times.

In 2022 they became the first Marlborough-based side to win a Tasman Trophy final then, last season, they repeated the dose, making history on this side of the hill with a thrilling victory in the decider on home ground. This year a threepeat is very much on their mind. Key figures, such as inspirational hooker Quentin MacDonald, are back. Matt and Lockie McCormick, Ethan Jones, Mitch Smith, Ben Filipo, Nigel Satherley, Wayden Smith, Josh Harrison, Jake Cresswell and Jack Kelly were all key components of last year’s success and will form the basis of another very competitive Blues outfit, which is set to be named in the next few weeks.

Also expected to don the blue jersey this season are classy performers such as Jesse MacDonald, Dusty Foley, Jack Powell and Braden Stewart, all who missed the majority of last season but will bring vast experience and big game temperament to the squad.

Hard-working loosie Stewart is hoping to turn out midway through the season after he recovers from an off-season knee operation.

Former Marlborough Boys’ College

First XV stand-outs Luke Martella,

Five Nelson-based teams will take part in the Tasman Trophy along with two Marlboroughbased teams – Central plus Moutere from this side of the hill, plus Nelson sides Stoke, Waimea Old Boys, Kahurangi, Marist and Nelson.

Central are again expected to field a very competitive division two side. The second-tier crew, under the reins of Nathan Gill

Blues in fine fettle for forthcoming season

and Wayne Young reached the final in 2022 and the semis last season so will be hoping to go all the way in 2024.

Central will also be well represented in the junior ranks, according to club president Scott Morgan.

“We will have teams from under-6 to under-11 and are hoping to get under-12 and under-13 teams as well,” said Scott.

“We had a muster day on February 25 and it was the best we have had for the last four or five years. There is a great community feel going on … very positive.”

A new Blues’ initiative this season will see all the club’s sides, from premier to JAB, wearing the same jerseys, a move designed to foster club spirit and identity.

Kobe MacDougall and Koloa FotuMoala are also exciting prospects in the mix for premier play.

Central have a couple of pre-season matches against Canterbury opposition. They play Kaiapoi away on March 9, then Sydenham at home on March 23.

The Tasman Trophy premier competition is set to kick off on Thursday, March 28. Mako and Blues’ veteran MacDonald says it would be great to do a ‘three-peat’.

“Last year with all the injuries we suffered – plus we had a young squad – we kind of surprised ourselves with what we achieved. It is looking good for this season, we have a few of the boys back, Mitch Smith, Nigel Satherley, Matt McCormick – they add plenty of experience, plus we have a few younger players from college that could surprise.”

Quentin will once more handle the coaching duties, along with Riki Winitana and Hamish McKerrow.

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The Central premiers celebrate back-to-back Tasman Trophy titles at Lansdowne Park last year. Photo: Peter Jones.

PETER JONES

Softball’s prized Seddon Shield is in Marlborough hands after the host province dominated their Nelson rivals across four of the five grades at Lansdowne Park on Sunday.

Marlborough prevailed 16-5 in the under-13 mixed and 17-7 in the under-15 girls match-ups, but the local under-15 boys were beaten 14-4.

The senior men’s and women’s clashes were both double headers, and all won by the local combinations.

The women fronted up on both attack and defence on the main diamond, romping past their rivals 15-0 in the first encounter, then prevailing 17-7 in the second.

They did most of the damage in the first inning of the opening

match, scoring 10 runs, then added one in the second and four in the third to engage the mercy rule. Lisa Allen, Gavonnica Woods, Wiri Bristowe, Sharae Sinclair, Tracey Barclay, Jazmine Moon, Pera Wills, Brya Rousell, Sommer Baumas and Mallory Barrett-Rawiri all scampered across home plate at regular intervals to maintain their winning momentum.

In their second clash the home side again dominated early, scoring eight runs in the second inning to set them on a path to comfortable victory.

The men also enjoyed their time at the plate, beating Nelson 13-2 in their first clash, then coming away victorious in a much-tighter second match, winning 5-2 to complete a satisfying day for the local softball community.

Marlborough’s men showed

Softballers dominate Nelson rivals

their batting firepower to good effect. Solid hitting off Nelson hurler Jack Fletcher saw Drew Roberts, Braden Healy, Will MacDonald, Campbell Gill and Blake Wisdom cross home plate in the first inning. They added six more in the sec-

Nelson cricketers seize control

Nelson’s rep cricketers gained the upper hand in matches both home and away against their Marlborough male and female counterparts on Sunday. At Horton Park the women’s side, playing for the newly-presented Hiwa I Te Rangi Trophy for forthcoming competition between the two sides, lost by two wickets to their counterparts in a 40-over match, while, at Saxton Oval, the men’s team went down by seven wickets in a 50-over Newman Shield clash.

The Marlborough women, inserted by the Nyxons, made a

good fist of their batting effort, five players making handy contributions. Carly Englefield, 28 from 22, Megan Sandford, 32 from 36, Eva Davey, 32 from 33 before retiring, Pania Dallarosa, 23 from 30, and Vicky Underwood, 21 from 33, all chipped in as the home reached 177 in 34.1 overs. Their cause was helped by 27 extras. The Gaging twins, both CD Hinds representatives, were among the wickets, Kate bagging 3-7 from 3.1 overs, Anna 2-36 from eight. Summa Pratt took 2-35 from eight.

Nelson’s reply got off to a shaky start, Stella Cornelius dismissing Anna Gaging early on to have the

Nyxons struggling at 3-38. However, this was Kate Gaging’s day, the classy opener batting through until the 37th over, by which time the visitors had the match in their grasp, needing just 12 runs from the final three overs. She was eventually dismissed for 85 from 115 balls, the next best score being 12 from Lily Clark, although the 50 extras conceded played a big part in the home side’s inability to defend a handy score. Four bowlers produced remarkably similar figures from their eight overs, Eden Pettigrew taking 2-26, Cornelius 2-26, Courtney Bowen, 2-29, and Davey 2-27.

Given the pedigree of their opponents, Marlborough will be buoyed by the nature of the contest, hinting at the foundation of a very competitive rep unit.

Nelson also won the toss in the men’s match, inserting Marlborough, who made a very steady start.

Openers Andrew McCaa and Corey Bovey took the score through to 99 in the 24th over before Bovey went for 46 from 71. McCaa carried on, alongside Matthew Stretch, to push on to 152 before he fell for 67 from 111 balls.

Stretch formed solid, but small, partnerships with Luke Holdaway, 13, and

ond and two more in the third to end the first match under the mercy rule after the top of the fourth.

With Will MacDonald throwing strongly on the mound, backed up by the in-fielders, Nelson were unable to make much of a dent in

the home side’s advantage.

The second clash was tighter, Nelson leading 2-1 after the third but three runs to Marlborough in the fourth and one more at the top of the fifth was enough to get the job done, Rawiri Bird stepping in on the mound for MacDonald.

On Saturday, Marlborough men’s side Saints Rams met Nelson-based Stoke Eagles in a double-header, as part of the top of the south club competition.

It was a tough day for the local side, who lost both games.

In the first clash they went down 11-4 and although the second encounter was much closer, Eagles prevailing 6-5.

In the local women’s competition Central enjoyed two big wins, beating Wairau 16-5 and Saints 18-5. The other match saw Waitohi defeat Saints 22-12 in a free-scoring match-up.

Tom Sutherland, 10, before being dismissed for 66 from 65 in the 49th over with the score at 231. Eventually Marlborough were forced to settle for a total of 244-6, with a strong bowling and fielding effort now required to defend it on a batting-friendly wicket.

Nelson lost an early wicket but consolidated through Jonty Raxworthy, 32 from 44, and Finn Restieaux, 55 from 47, who moved the score along briskly. Restieaux’s departure with the score at 121 in the 23rd over brought the pair of Ronan Restieaux and Finn Raxworthy together and they proved unshakeable, Raxworthy ending on an unbeaten 79 from 93 and Restieaux not

out 65 from 66 as the home side wrapped the match, reaching 245-3 in the 44th over.

Marlborough used 10 bowlers, most going for more than fiveruns-per-over. Holdaway, Sutherland and Weaver grabbing the only wickets to fall as the rep season concluded on a disappointing note.

Club cricket

Meanwhile, wins to Renwick and Wairau marked the latest round of the SBS senior 40-over cricket competition on Saturday. Renwick maintained their unbeaten run in the competition with a three-wicket victory over the Falcons, while Wairau eked out a one-wicket win over Wairau Valley.

Drew Roberts was in fine form with the bat for the Marlborough men’s side. Photo: Peter Jones.

PETER JONES

Stella Cornelius was in good bowling form for Marlborough at Horton Park on Sunday. Photo: Peter Jones.

Team Sowman are the 2024 NZ Wine Brokers Super Series tennis champions.

Siblings Ella and Max Sowman won the division one final of the abbreviated-format series at the Forrest Wines Marlborough Tennis Centre on Wednesday evening.

The Sowmans were up against top qualifiers Spring Blacks – comprising Chris Nott and Michael Kamson.

The tie began with a doubles clash. Nott and Kamson completely dominated the first set, winning 4-0, but the Sowmans fought back in the second to level things up with a 4-1 win. The

third went the way of the Spring Blacks however, Chris and Michael prevailing 4-1 in a see-sawing encounter.

With two singles to follow, the Sowmans needed to win both and they did just that, Max getting the better of Michael 4-0, 4-1 then Ella easing past Chris in a three-setter, 2-4, 4-2, 4-1, to wrap up the title.

The division two final was more decisive, Triple Fault (Blair Hantz and Scott Booth) getting the better of BenLeon (Ben Preece and Leon Marusaki) 3-0, winning all three match-ups in straight sets. President’s grade Meanwhile, the finalists in the WK+ President’s Grade have been found after a series of semi-

Team Sowman win super series

finals on Tuesday.

The division one final will see Rapaura Just Move take on clubmates Rapaura Masters. In division two Marlborough Volleyeurs and Marlborough Swallows will meet in the decider, while Rapaura Restrung and Rapaura Floorpride Interiors will do battle in the division three final. In division four Rapaura Mainfreight and Rapaura Shiraz will meet. President’s Grade semifinal results:

Division 1: Rapaura Masters 3 Renwick Racketeers 1; Rapaura Just Move 4 Marlborough Chilli 0

Division 2: Marlborough Volleyeurs 4 Renwick Rookies 0; Marlborough Swallows 2 (26) Rapaura Pinot 2 (25).

Division 3: Renwick Re-Strung 4 Renwick BTL 0; Rapaura Floorpride Interiors 2 (25) Rapaura Hākinakina 2 (24).

MTB crew on song in Queenstown

Marlborough has a new national champion.

Teenager Maddy Sinclair claimed the national women’s sport downhill mountain biking title during the recent Cycling NZ National Championships, staged at Coronet Peak. She backed up that effort with a silver medal in the women’s sport cross country event. This follows on from her gold in the cross country and silver in the downhill from last year. Maddy was lucky to complete her cross country race before heavy rain made the track almost unrideable. Luckily, Sunday dawned

fine and the downhill was raced in ideal conditions. Maddy’s seeding run was over 30 seconds faster than her competition which allowed a controlled race run to secure the national title.

The Marlborough Mountain Bike Club contingent produced

country. Fellow Marlburian Finn McKenzie, a recent winner of the two-day Coast to Coast and national Road Criterium, come home sixth in the same event. In the downhill, Cam Clemett, finished 36th overall to place 11th in the male elite category. Com-

riders making his result even more impressive.

Alex Craig finished 20th in the junior under-19 male downhill, Sam Craig was 24th in the under-17 male division, Jono Planthaber came 27th in the same class with Callum Clemett 28th. Paddy

a strong showing at the champs. Despite a poor build up, Lockie McNabb, who recently showed his prowess on a road bike at the national champs, finished fourth in the under-19 men’s cross

Top-class rugby in Renwick

The future of Super Rugby is in good hands if the efforts of the younger brigade are any measure.

The Crusaders and Hurricanes under-20 sides squared off at the Renwick Domain on Saturday, turning on a fine display of highpaced, high-impact rugby.

The Red and Blacks combination, which included Marlborough products Cooper Roberts, Jake Pacey and Bray Taumoefolau, eventually prevailed 22-15 in a game influenced by a strong nor’ westerly wind.

Both sides are preparing for the national under-20 tournament, to be staged in Taupo from March 19-25.

PETER JONES

Max and Ella Sowman are all concentration during the Super Series final. Photo: Peter Jones.

Crusaders U20 winger Cooper Roberts make a break.

Photo: Peter Jones.

PETER JONES

PETER JONES

Maddy Sinclair picked up a gold and silver medal at the national MTB champs. Photo: Supplied.

Marlborough indoor bowls coach Glen Hurcomb helps Strand players Connie Rayne, Ron Boddy, Ken Richardson and Ngaire Garraway. Photo: Supplied.

PETER JONES

Colour, competition and college spirit marked the recent Marlborough Girls’ College athletics day. Hundreds of MGC students, most dressed in house colours, packed Athletic Park on Wednesday, February 23, to take part in a range of events, catering for both serious and not-so-serious athletes.

Lily Smith, representing Wairau house, took out the under-19 age group championship, with Ella Barnes (Wairau) and Mila van Rensburg (Ōpaoa) second equal.

PETER JONES

Looking for a sport that is not weather-dependent, caters for players of all ages and provides free equipment and coaching?

Well look no further than indoor bowls.

The 2024 season is about to start and the local clubs are calling on all current players and those that would like to have a go to become involved.

Bowls and mats at a variety of clubs across the region are provided and coaching is freely available.

“Indoor bowls is a game that can

Students brighten up Athletic Park

The under-16 grade was won by Isla Tilbury (Wairau), with Sam Marfell (Awatere) second and Jemimah O’Donnell (Ōpaoa) third. Wairau duo Emma Morley and Jaye Wiapo shared the under-15 title, NIcola Lovell (Awatere) and Jah’bree MacDonald (Wairau) equal third.

In the under-14 group, McKenzie Haronga (Ōpaoa) was first, followed by Sophie Campbell (Awatere) and Ella Russell (Kaituna). No records were broken this year.

House competition: 1st Wairau 814, 2nd Ōpaoa 676, 3rd Awatere 578, 4th Kaituna 571.

be played socially or at a more competitive level as required,” says Marlborough coach Glen Hurcomb.

Association coaching days are also planned for April. Contact Glen on 03-5792574 for further details.

The Marlborough representative players have a busy season ahead with several away fixtures. These include games against Nelson, Golden Bay/Motueka, West Coast and Canterbury.

A Marlborough team of 24 players will also defend the Lemon Shield - having won the prized trophy last season, only the fifth

Indoor bowlers prepare for new season

time it has come to Marlborough in the last 41 years.

Interested players are being asked to put their names forward for the trials starting on Sunday, April 14.  There are six affiliated clubs in Blenheim, all looking for new members this season.

Club details and contacts:

Playing Mondays: Witherlea, 7pm. John Symington Ph 579 3346; Blenheim, 7pm Glen Hurcomb Ph 579 2574.

Playing Tuesdays: Waikawa, 12.45pm Glen Hurcomb Ph 579 2574.

Playing Wednesdays: Strand/

Redwoodtown, 1pm Shirley Umbers Ph 578 5231; Blenheim

South/Redwoodtown, 7pm

Tony Hitchcock Ph 027 6113474; Grovetown/Wesley Foundry, 7pm Graeme Liddicoat Ph 570 5767; Rapaura, 7.30pm Julian Adams Ph 570 5071.

Playing Thursdays: Assn

Coaching, Simcox Stadium, 1pm Glen Hurcomb Ph 579 2574; Assn Social Bowls, Simcox Stadium, 1pm Deidre Wells Ph 578 7748

Playing Fridays: Blenheim Social Bowls, 1pm Glen Hurcomb Ph 579 2574.

All enquires welcome.

Peter Jones

Kate Thompson

Antony Clark

Glenn Kirby

Warren Cairns

Brian Powell

Paul O’Donnell

Greg Somerville

Matt Ryan

Mike Newman

William Woodworth

Richie Marsden

Michael Winkler

Mike Renner

PTS MOANA VS REBELS WARATAHS VS HIGHLANDERS DRUA VS CRUSADERS BRUMBIES VS FORCE HURRICANES VS BLUES REDS VS CHIEFS

Lily Smith took the U19 high jump title. Photos: Peter Jones.

Kiera Arbuckle clears the bar.

Zoe de Costa won the javelin.

Emma Morley competes in the shot put.

Ph 03 5727170.

MONDAY

COMMUNITY HEALTH LECTURE Feel good and function well: Understanding our mental wellbeing and how to care for ourselves, 11 March, 12.30-1.30pm. Suter Theatre, 208 Bridge Street, Nelson or via Zoom. To register contact angela.craig@otago.ac.nz or 0212791934.

MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS BARBERSHOP CHORUS If you love singing, come and join us. 7pm Spring Creek Hall. Ph Chris 021445261.

BLENHEIM SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING 7pm Whitney St School Hall. Ph Heather 02102587325.

BLENHEIM BEGINNER LINE DANCE CLASSES Starting Mon 29th Jan 2024. 2-3pm & 6-7pm. First lesson free, $6 per lesson after that. Senior Citizen’s Hall, 172 High St. Ph Judith 5787554 / 0212341095.

CARE & SHARE A place for creatives to meet, encourage & share their skills. 9.30am fortnightly. Barnies, Nativity. 76 Alfred St. Ph 5783909.

ROTARY CLUBS BLENHEIM Meet Mon & Tues 5.30pm. World-wide service club for men & women doing great things in your community. For info on meeting venues. Ph Blenheim Club Secretary Andy Rowe 021842928. Blenheim South Club Secretary Dean Heiford 0212462642.

WITHERLEA INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Our first night is March 4. We meet weekly at 6:50 for 7pm start. Redwoodtown Community Hall, Cnr Cleghorn & Weld St. Please wear soft soled shoes. Contact: Chris 0272722739 or Heather 0273106675 for more info.

TUESDAY

JUMP N JIVE FOR UNDER 5’S Come along to our preschool rhythm and music group. Jump n Jive runs during school terms. 9.30am at The Foundry on John Street. Gold coin donation, morning tea included. Check out tautokotrust.org for more info.

RENWICK ARMS COUNTRY CLUB CARD SECTION 1pm every Tuesday we meet and play EUCHRE and CRIBBAGE at the Redwood Tavern, Cleghorn Street, Blenheim. Beginners are welcome to learn and play. $5 per afternoon. Ph Chris 0272077631.

MARLBOROUGH HERB SOCIETY Meets 4th Tues of month, 7pm. Various locations. To promote use, educate & identification of herbs. Email: mhsgarlicpress@ gmail.com

STEADY AS YOU GO Gentle Exercise/Balance Class for Seniors. 11.30am-12.30pm St Christopher’s Church Hall. $3. 92 Weld St. Ph 0273852333 donna@stchristophers.co.nz

SUNBELT TOASTMASTERS Learn public speaking. Improve your confidence. 6.20pm fortnightly. St Mary’s Community Centre. Ph 0276001788. E: sunbeltblenheim@gmail.com

RED HAT SOCIETY for women to enjoy fun & friendship. We meet 1st & 3rd Tues of the month. Ph Tina 0211045945.

MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Parker St. 8.30am12pm. Social Tennis. MT 10am. Non-members $5. Ph 0275786436

BLENHEIM CHORAL 7pm. Wesley Centre, Henry St. www.marlboroughsingers.org.

BLENHEIM AIR TRAINING CORP 6.30-9pm RNZAF

Base Woodbourne. Recruiting new cadets aged 13 & 15. E: 27sqn@cadetforces.org.nz

PICTON NEWCOMERS NETWORK 1st Tues of month ‘COFFEE & CHAT’ 10-11am, Seabreeze Café, London Quay. New to town? Need help to settle in? Interested in local activities? We can help! Ph Cathy - Coordinator 0210451799 picton@newcomers.co.nz

KNITTERS & SPINNERS Meet 10am, Picton library. Bring your knitting for this social catch-up.

PICTON TABLE TENNIS for adults 10am-12pm. Little Theatre, Picton. $4 Morning tea included. Ph Ernest 0275888453.

PICTON LINE DANCING 9.30-11.30am. Picton Anglican Church Hall. $7 per class. Beginners welcome. Ph Carol 0212125252 or Raewyn 021715484.

MARLBOROUGH WOMEN’S CLUB MAHJONG

1-3.30pm $4. 12 Battys Rd. Ph Gail 0272214121.

WEDNESDAY

BLENHEIM SENIOR CITIZENS 2nd and 4th Wed of the month at 2pm. Entertainment and afternoon tea provided. 172 High St. Shirly 0210388616

CHEESE & CHEERS is part of the Silent Book Club Aotearoa and we are hosting a meeting every first Wed of the month. 5.30pm at Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Rd.

WAITOHI SOCIAL CLUB meet 10am Picton Library, every 3rd Wed of the month for fun & friendship. Gold coin donation for M T. After meeting we go for lunch if you wish to join us.

PICTON LIONS Join a worthwhile volunteer group, both female & male members wanted, good fellowship, all money raised goes back to Picton community. First Wed of the month. Ph Norman 0274336242

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL 7.30pm. Blenheim Bowling Club, 65 Weld St. Ph Erin 027 234 1709.

BLENHEIM PROBUS CLUB Retired/semi-retired? Meetings 1st Wed of the month. 10am. Wesley Centre. Ph Ann 5787046/Jan 0226353919.

PICTON - SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING 7.30pm. Picton Little Theatre. No partner needed. Beginner’s welcome. Ph Lynda 0212600860.

STRETCH & BREATHE Class for Seniors. 10-11am, St Christopher’s Church Hall. $3. 92 Weld St, Ph 0273852333 donna@stchristophers.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH MULTICULTURAL CENTRE hosts newcomers 10.30-12noon Henry St. Opportunities for Newcomers & Marlburians to make friends, practice English & support each other. Ven y practica tu inglés. Te esperamos.

HEART HELP SUPPORT Community group dedicated to the well-being of those who live with a heart condition or experienced a heart attack. Offering support to whanau. Meet 3rd Wed of the month, 10am. Ph Jenny Goss 0211629102.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS casual parents/caregivers catch up. 10.30-12pm Town Plunket Clinic, 16 Henry St.

MARLBOROUGH CHINESE FELLOWSHIP Chinese Christian group. Interested in the Bible or Christianity, desire to grow in the faith or would like to meet new friends, we welcome you. Wed 6-7.30pm, St Christopher’s Church. 92 Weld St. Ph Guan 0221642782/Mandy 022 4326886.

DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP 10-11.30am to support each other. Regular speakers, outings, share in a safe environment. Ph Alistair Crawford 0272883032.

MARLBOROUGH VINTAGE CAR CLUB MUSEUM Sun & Wed, 1.30 – 3.30pm, Brayshaw Park, Arthur Baker Pl, Blenheim. Donation appreciated. Other times by arrangement. Ph Bill 0275 784 322.

BLENHEIM PETANQUE CLUB Games held at courts, 65A Weld St, Wed 1-3pm & Sun 10am-12pm. Ph/Text John 021979323.

LIONS’ CLUB OF BLENHEIM Serving the community over sixty years. Would you like to know more about the Lion’s club or are interested in becoming a Lion. Tea meetings held 1st & 3rd Wed (Feb-Nov). Ph Delphine Lee 0299425004 or Helen Williams 0211458572.

GROVETOWN INDOOR BOWLS Having a roll up on March 13. 7pm at the Foundry, John St, Blenheim. New bowlers and ex bowlers most welcome. Contact Rosemary 035778412.

THURSDAY

PICTON BRIDGE CLUB 6.50pm Port Marlborough Pavilion. Ph Judy 021685348.

KEEP U MOVING Gentle Walking Exercise for Seniors. 11.30am-12.30pm St Christopher’s Church Hall. $3. 92 Weld St. Ph 0273852333 donna@stchristophers.co.nz

COMPANIONS Ages 65+. 1st Thurs of the month. 1pm. Harvest Life Church, 22 Nelson St. Ph Avon 035792440, Lorraine 035781240, or Shirley 035783728.

COPD SUPPORT & EXERCISE GROUP Tailored for people with breathlessness. Every 2nd & 4th Thurs 1.15pm. Redwoodtown Community Hall, Cnr Weld & Cleghorn St. Ph Diana 0272105780/Gillian 0274545102.

SOCIAL BADMINTON Thurs morning 9am-12noon Simcox Stadium Batty’s Rd. $6. All adults welcome. Ph Cathy 021503348

PICTON TABLE TENNIS for adults 10am-12pm. Port Marlborough Pavilion, Waikawa Rd. $4. Morning tea included. Ph Ernest 0275888453.

MARLBOROUGH AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 2nd Thurs of month, 7.30pm, EOC, 4 Wither Rd. For all interested in Amateur Radio, Electronics & Emergency Communications.

KNIT & NATTER Blenheim Library every 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month. 10am-12noon. All welcome. Bring your yarn & have a yarn. For info ph Sue 5785317.

OLDER PERSONS SEMINAR St Christopher’s Church Hall. 10am-1pm. Speaker/Entertainment. MT & light lunch. $6. Ph 0273852333 donna@stchristophers.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH ASSOCIATED MODELLERS SOCIETY

FRIDAY

NATIVITY TUNES FOR TOTS music, food & fun for pre-schoolers & caregivers. 9.30am. Nativity Hall, 76 Alfred Street. During term time. Ph 5783909.

SALVATION ARMY GAMES Rummy O or Cards ‘500’. 1-4pm. $2 to cover afternoon tea. Contact Moira for more info 0284213163.

BOLIVIA CARD GAME Fri afternoon. Redwoodtown. Ph Mal 0273157675.

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.

RENWICK SOCIAL TENNIS Every Fri 4.30-6.30pm weather permitting until daylight saving finishes. Members $2, Visitors $5. 10 Uxbridge St (behind Bowling Club). Visit our website, FB page or contact Leigh Andrews Mob: 021 191 3034 for more information.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY

SOCIAL CARDS ‘500’ at Redwood Tavern. 1-4pm. Free. Contact Moira for more info 0284213163.

PICTON DAWN CHORUS Checking volunteer trap lines, walking through native bush. Contact Jen - 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.

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 Starting again 27th Jan 2024. 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. John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations accepted.

GENERAL GROUPS

LEARN TO ROW Give rowing a go, or get back into rowing, with the Blenheim Rowing Club. From 8.30am Sun, or from 4.45pm on Tue & Thu. We’ll teach you the basics and get you on the river with experienced rowers to get you started. Other details at blenheimrowing.co.nz.

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 9am-12pm. 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; Sun session resumes March, every 2nd week, 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 9am12noon. 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

DEATH NOTICES

GIBBONS, John Cedric (Jack)

Dad, peacefully but unexpectedly, went home to be with Jesus with family by his side on 16 February 2024, aged nearly 87. Loving father and father-in-law of Maree, Michael, Lesley, Jenny, Kerrie and Grant. Loved Poppa and Grandpa Jack of Alice, Ben, Madeleine, Emma, Silver, Lucy, James and Isabella. Loved Great-Grandpa of Brooklyn. Special friend of Denise. Messages to c/- 15 Lee Street Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. In accordance with Dad’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

Locally Family Owned

Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ Phone (03) 578 2004 www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

CAMERON, Roberta Marion

On 27 February 2024 suddenly as a result of an accident, aged 85 years. Loving wife of the late Don. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Barbara; Colin and Leanne. Grandma of Megan, Carolyn, Stacey and Becky. Loved sister of Adaline, Peggy, Beverley (dec), Kathleen and June. Thank you to the staff at Civic Pharmacy and Wairau Hospital HDU for their love and care shown to Roberta and the family. Messages to c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.

In lieu of flowers a donation to Blind Low Vision NZ (Acc. No. 02 0192 0028330 08) would be appreciated. A funeral service for Roberta was held followed by a private cremation.

Locally Family Owned

Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ

Phone (03) 578 2004

www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

ADCOCK, Allan William

In loving memory of Allan William Adcock in his 81st year. We are saddened to announce his passing on the 25th February 2024. If you wish to send condolences to the family, you can do so to awadcockfamily@gmail.com or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. As per Allan’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

Locally Family Owned

Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ

Phone (03) 578 2004

www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

FRAZER, Paul Stewart

1948 - 2024. Passed away on 26 February, 2024 aged 75 years at Hospice Marlborough. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Judy for 52 years. Loved father and fatherin-law of Angus and Kate, Vic and Ben, Bronwen and Brendan. Beloved Papa Paul of Dan, Oliver, Anjali, Milly, Monica, Frank, and Zara. Loved son of the late Harold and Mollie Frazer and brother of the late Brian, Roger, Patricia and the late Maureen. Rest in Peace.Sincere thanks to the team at Hospice Marlborough for all their care and support. Messages to 67 York St Picton 7220. At Paul’s request a private service has been held.

Locally Family Owned Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ Phone (03) 578 2004

www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

PUBLIC NOTICES

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TENNENT, Wilma (Billie) Mary (nee Kellaway)

On February 26, 2024 passed away at Aberleigh Rest home, Blenheim, aged 79 years. Dearly loved daughter of late parents Ken and Mary Kellaway of Tuamarina. A dearly loved mother of Sam and Ben, and mother-in-law of Jacqui and treasured Grandma of Fionn and sister of Patsy, Julie and Sue. Messages to c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www. cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to the Blenheim branch of the RSPCA account number 12 3109 0019825 21 Reference Tennent. The family will advise of date and timings of a service to be held at Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim.

Locally Family Owned

Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ

Phone (03) 578 2004

www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

McLAUCHLAN, Anne nèe Jarman

Formerly of Darfield, passed away peacefully in Blenheim on Tuesday 27th February, after a long illness, aged 79 years. Loved wife of the late Bruce. Dearly loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Nicky and Rob (Blenheim), and Andy and Carolyn (Oxford). Loved Nana of Tom and Sam, and Jamie, Hannah and Rachel. Loved sister of Barbara May (Darfield) and aunt of Rod and Wayne. Special thanks to the excellent staff at Ashwood Park for all the love and care shown to Mum over many years. At Anne’s request a private celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Messages to 152 Wither Road, Blenheim, 7201.

Locally Family Owned

Cloudy Bay Funeral Services FDANZ

Phone (03) 578 2004

www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz

BRIDGMAN, Margaret (née Evans)

Passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Maxwell Lifecare. Aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of Brian for 57 years, loved daughter of the late Tom and Alma Evans. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Leanne and Didier Sockeel (Australia), Paul, Shona and Bernie (Christchurch), and Julie. Dearly loved by her granddaughters Courtney and Latesha, Samara and Danielle, Isabelle and Audrey. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Alison and Clarrie Light, Diane and Peter Adams. Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Loved by her animal companions Codie (dog) and Flip (bunny). Special friend, best scone maker and special neighbour to many. Grateful thanks to all the staff at Maxwell Lifecare. Messages may be sent to the Bridgman family, 13 Park View Lane, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to Riversdale Community House (Riversdale Promotions Inc) would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 03-0599-028524-000 Ref. BRIDGMAN. A service for Margaret will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Henry Street at 1.00pm on Wednesday, March 6 followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed and details may be accessed via our website www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals.

Respectfully cared for by

Geoffrey T Sowman FDANZ

Phone (03) 578 4719

www.sowmans.co.nz

CHAPMAN, Esme Olive

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and her dearest friend Diana, on Sunday March 3, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village, Blenheim. Aged 73 years. Much-loved wife of Chappie (deceased), loved Mum and mother-in-law of Ritchie and Naryssa, Daniel (deceased), and Anita and Matt. Adored Nana to Cally and Caleb, Shaun and Alyssa. A service to celebrate Esme’s life will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Street, Blenheim at 2pm on Saturday March 9. Esme, Chappie and Daniel together again.

Respectfully cared for by

Geoffrey T Sowman FDANZ

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