Marlborough Weekly 23 May 2023

Drug haul duo charged

of ketamine, with an approximate street value of $7250 were found. MDMA is used to make ecstasy.

A man arrested and charged in relation to importing more than half a million dollars’ worth of MDMA has been granted interim name suppression on mental health grounds.

Another has been charged with being a party to importing the drug ketamine. The pair were arrested in Blenheim last week as part of a seven-month operation into the importation and sale of illicit drugs in the area.

The arrests followed the search of a Marlborough property last Wednesday as part of a joint Police and New Zealand Customs undertaking, Operation Honeydew, which began in Blenheim last November.

Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Dye of the Tasman Organised Crime unit says about 1.8kg of MDMA, with an approximate street value of $540,000, and 29g

A 22-year-old man appeared in the Blenheim District Court on Friday, charged with 19 counts of importing a Class B controlled drug methylenedioxy-methylamphetamine (MDMA), possession of MDMA for supply and possession of ketamine.

Court documents showed the charges dated back to April last year, up until this month.

At his first appearance on Friday, he was remanded in custody to appear again yesterday, when he was remanded without plea to July 3, to consider prosecution disclosure material.

He was remanded on bail to a Canterbury address, on condition that he not enter Blenheim or contact his accused co-offender.

Judge Bruce Davidson granted interim name suppression on the basis there were arguable grounds regarding the man’s mental health.

Talented sculptor Tony Matthews puts the finishing touches to his installation The Last Stragglers. Photo: Paula Hulburt.

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Shepherd sculpture a homage to history

PAULA HULBURT

Keeping a watchful eye on his flock, an aging shepherd has taken up a permanent position in Blenheim.

The sculpture of a copper shepherd has been commissioned by the Blenheim Business Association (BBA) to celebrate Marlborough’s wider agricultural history.

Created by Havelock based artist Tony Matthews, the 5-piece artwork appeared in the Forum onThursday. The eye-catching installation has quickly caught the eye of passers-by.

Tony, who is originally from the UK, says he spent seven months creating his latest work, named Last of the Stragglers

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“I was pretty much given free rein with the concept and obviously it had to include sheep given Marlborough’s history.

“It’s how I saw it in my mind’s eye.”

The latest in a series of Marlborough Mile sites in town, the work is part of the pedestrian walking circuit designed to reflect the region’s diverse heritage, history and industry.

Tony moved to Havelock from the North Island with wife Liz nine years ago and made the switch to sculpting then.

He uses copper to create distinctive 3D sculptures and figures which are hammered into shape by hand and sold across the country.

“I love it here in Marlborough, it’s definitely helped me as an artist,” Tony explains. “It’s only since being here that I’ve turned my hand to sculpting.

“It goes right back to when I was a kid, I used to make cats out of clay.”

Watching his latest work arrive in the early hours of Thursday morning was exciting, Tony says. With each piece weighing be-

tween 200 and 300kg after being filled with concrete, a huge truck was needed to transport the pieces to their new home. He says while he began working with mussel and clam shells, copper is a favourite medium.

“I started using scrap corrugated iron, but my welding skills just weren’t up to that but then I found copper was nice to work with, it has a great patina.

‘It’s also quite unique to me and started to become my thing, a point of difference from other artists.”

The sculptures will change in colour over time as they adapt to the elements.

Tony was at The Forum yesterday putting final details in place.

“The lamb has some hollow spots which I want to fill,” he explains.

“The beauty of this style of work is that your average person can relate to it.”

He has already started work

on two current commissions and is preparing to show at the Christchurch Sculpture Festival in October.

Another of Tony’s works is currently on display with the Marlborough Art Society at their High Street Gallery in Blenheim as part of their Autumn Members’ Exhibition.

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Marlborough Girls’ College students have pulled out all the stops to help make sure the Pink Shirt Day message is heard. Joining other schools and workplaces across Marlborough on Friday, the college held a week of events all geared to help highlight kindness.

Hauora Manutaki (wellness prefects) organised a week of fun for students, culminating with Pink Shirt Day.

Hauora Leader Rachel Anderson says the team felt strongly about getting involved, organising a dress up day donation and a pink cup cake stall. Cupcakes were made by the hospitality club.

Volunteers from Marlborough Youth Trust also visited, bringing pink polish to brighten up the day by painting students’ nails.

Student Maddie Winstanley says pupils have been keen to join in.

“There’s a big emphasis on Pink Shirt Day but not much going on elsewhere and we wanted to make it more of a longer focus.

“We’re all responsible for our own mental health and we should also be lifting each other

up.”

Pink Shirt Day is about the community coming together to help stop bullying by raising awareness of the issue while celebrating diversity and encouraging kindness.

The MGC committee came up with the slogan ‘we rise by lifting others.’

Student Allie Treloar says they will continue this message throughout the year.

“Continuing to get people to think about it throughout the year is important,” she says.

Mental Health Foundation (MHF) chief executive Shaun Robinson says people all have the power to prevent bullying.

“We can all help reduce bullying by calling it out when we see it happening.

“Don’t be a bystander, be an upstander. People who are bullied are more likely to experience mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, but studies show that over half of bullying incidents stop when intervention happens.

“We strongly believe that it’s everyone’s job to make Aotearoa a kinder, more inclusive place, where diversity is celebrated”.

The Pink Shirt Day team, from left, Brylee Evans, Allie Treloar, Rachel Anderson, Mikayla Kirkwood, Maddie Winstanley and Charlotte Patrick. Photo: Paula Hulburt.

Havelock artist Tony Matthews spent months creating the detailed sculpture by hand.

Photo: Paula Hulburt.

Dad’s drowning fears over subdivision storm ponds

MAIA HART

Local Democracy Reporter

Fears a child could drown in a Blenheim subdivision’s floodprone stormwater ponds have prompted a neighbour to call for fencing.

The Blenheim man, who did not want to be named, contacted the Marlborough District Council with concerns about the stormwater ponds in the Rose Manor subdivision late last year.

Four months later, in April, he contacted the council again. It was then council’s operations

and maintenance engineer Stephen Rooney said he would not comment until he had “sought a legal opinion”.

The resident compared the ponds to a swimming pool. When it rained, the ponds tended to flood, he says.

Under the Building Act, any pool capable of holding 400mm of water had to be fenced. This included “temporary” inflatable pools.

“How is this any different to a swimming pool?” the resident asks. “Let’s say we were next door, and we owned this pond, it would have to be lined, it would have to

be fenced. They would have to do inspections.”

The man has two young children and was concerned about other children too. “Our eldest wanted to go in there, and we had to say, ‘you are never allowed in there’.”

As part of the subdivision, the developer had to design and construct the drain and sewerage system, with the council taking it over once it was built.

The reserve, which catered to the 190 homes and sections at the development, was designed for a one-in-50-year weather event. While water was not always built

Freemasons fire up BBQ fundraising

Marlborough Youth Trust events are about to step up a level, having been gifted a barbeque trailer, thanks to the region’s Freemasons.

Masonic working group spokesman Chris Williams says the three local lodges – Eckord 334, Waitohi 111, and Awatere 292had received a donation of $2000 after members worked at a national dog show championships. The money was reluctantly accepted, he said, because it was members’ usual custom to do such work as volunteers. The Masonic working group is made up of brethren from

across Marlborough who meet bi-monthly to work on common goals, projects and social events. They decided to put the funds to use through a donation to the Marlborough Youth Trust.

The Freemasons charity matched the dog show donation with a 1-to-1 subsidy, providing another $2200, and local Masons approached local businesses to help build the trailer.

Spring Creek Engineering did the initial fabrication work and other

donated a large chilly bin, and Crown Sheet Metal gave sheet metal to kit out the trailer, and accessories.

Mike Malin did the trailer’s electrical wiring, and Craig Hammond powder coated its chassis. It has been decorated with decals from all the suppliers, six lodges, and Freemasons New Zealand. Marlborough Youth Trust manager Jo Lane says the trust is hugely grateful for the donation of the barbeque trailer.

up in the ponds, the resident says he was also concerned about the mud and sludge left over after it rained.

“A kid could drown in a puddle, a kid can definitely drown in that. Our 1-year-old could drown in that. At what point does council do something here?”

The Rose Manor resident said he had spoken to neighbours who were also concerned.

“I thought about doing a letterbox drop, asking people if they think it should be fenced, and had anything they wanted to comment.

“I reckon we would get over half

the people coming back to us saying they want it fenced.

“Why are they needing to come to a lawyer, that takes a week for them to have a meeting, to still have no reply?”

In a statement, a spokesperson from the Marlborough District Council said they had received information from a resident and were actively considering the matter.

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Winning writers confirmed for book festival

It’s the Oscars of the book world and now two of the winners are confirmed for Marlborough’s Book Festival.

Two of the winners of the prestigious 2023 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards will headline this year’s Marlborough Book Festival.

Catherine Chidgey and Nick Bollinger are among 16 authors who will speak at the festival to be held from Thursday 20 July to Sunday 23 July in Blenheim.

Catherine won the prestigious Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction for her book, The Axeman’s Carnival, at the award ceremony in Auckland on Wednesday.

It’s the second time Catherine has won this award –winning in 2017 for her book The Wish Child.

Catherine says she is thrilled to be awarded the Acorn for the second time.

“Winning the first Acorn was the highlight of my career, so it’s re-

ally lovely now to have the other bookend, a pair of Acorns, on the mantlepiece.”

Well known music broadcaster and writer Nick Bollinger won the Booksellers Aotearoa New Zealand Award for Illustrated Non-Fiction for his book, Jumping Sundays: The Rise and Fall of the Counterculture in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Festival chair Sonia O’Regan says the festival wanted to congrat-

ulate the winners and all the finalists were excited to be able to host several of them in Blenheim in July.

The ninth annual festival will be held at the ASB Theatre Marlborough and in the new Marlborough Library and Art Gallery. Visit www.marlboroughbookfest. co.nz for more information and to sign up for our newsletter and receive regular updates.

Tickets go on sale June 6

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The Marlborough Weekly and our sponsors are proud to support important community causes like Marlborough Hospice, by donating a portion of advertising revenue. Since going on their own in early 2020, the Marlborough Hospice Trust provides end of

life and palliative care to Marlborough funding their own efforts.

Facilities Officer Sara Mitchell and Chief Executive Carole Crawford graciously accepted the cheque, alongside Clinical Services Manager Helen Reriti, Social Worker Dallace Lilley and Health Care Assistant Beth Mackenzie.

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Award winning writer Catherine Chidgey will be at The Marlborough Book Festival. Photo: Ebony Lamb/Supplied.

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Helen Reriti, Dallace Lilley, Sara Mitchell, Beth Mackenzie and Carole Crawford accept a donation cheque for Hospice Marlborough. Photo: William Woodworth.

Pair accused of importing illicit drugs worth more than $500K

Turoia Te Keeti was jointly charged with being a party to importing ketamine.

The 23-year-old was today remanded without plea on bail to a Wellington address for two weeks to seek legal aid.

Three vehicles and more than $130,000 worth of cryptocurrency were also seized following the arrests last week.

Police say inquiries are continuing and further arrests were possible.

Detective Senior Sergeant Dye says police and customs would continue to investigate, and hold to account, those involved in the importation and distribution of controlled drugs in New Zealand.

“Police are committed to investigating both individuals and organised criminal groups who cause harm to the community through the distribution of controlled drugs.

“We will ensure all legal steps possible are taken to disrupt their criminal activity, to put them before the court and to seize any assets or profits accumulated as a result.”

Acting chief customs officer Rachael Manning said drug detector dogs, investigators and other specialist teams were used in the operation.

She said the removal of drugs estimated to be worth more than half a million dollars off the streets would help to prevent the subsequent economic and social harm they could cause.

Mountain of a fundraising challenge

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Local cyclists are banding together in support of local emergency services by undertaking an uphill challenge of epic proportions.

Nat Sutton, Brent Ackroyd, Sophie Batt, Dylan Hodson and Mike Sheard are raising funds for the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust.

The group is climbing the height of Mt Everest on exercycles. With a 5am start time and 20 hours of pedalling expected without sleep, the team is in for the long haul. To measure virtually climbing 8848m, riders use an app called Zwift.

“The rescue chopper approached us for fresh ideas”, says Brent. “We wanted a challenge to properly earn the funds we raise through effort, so settled on the vEverest challenge.”

“We’re using the Alpe du Zwift course, based on the Tour de France’s famous Alpe d’Huez”, expands Nat.

“The Alpe du Zwift’s a really hard climb once, so doing it eight and a half times back-to-back is mas-

News In Brief

KMART WARNING

Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) say the product is a large $20 Acacia Serving Tray that was sold nationally. The trays may have been infested with Lyctus africanus, also known as the African powderpost beetle. Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.

BOOKS GALORE

More than 6,300 books were borrowed from the new Marlborough library during the first four days after opening and 10,100 books returned. Marlborough Libraries Manager Glenn Webster says it’s been a very busy week. “We’ve been completely blown away at the level of interest and would like to thank everyone who has come in so far.”

FIFA FUN

Blenheim woman Scalia Florencia is one of 300 volunteers from around the globe supporting the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Dunedin in July and August. Scalia has volunteered her time to help at the event, which will see six matches take place. Volunteers will get a vibrant Addidas uniform to help them stand out in the crowd.

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sive”.

Members also have personal goals in mind.

“I’m aiming to hit 10,000 meters climbed” mentions Mike, who climbed 5200m in an eight-hour practise.

“The Everest climb is a huge effort, but may as well try that extra stretch to reach 10,000”.

They’re no strangers to long rides, completing the 300km Blenheim-Nelson-St Arnaud

loop in twelve hours alongside a 217km fundraiser ride.

“We’ve definitely been training, but it’s not a challenge if you train too hard”, laughs the team.

“Honestly, I just want to complete it and support the Rescue Helicopter - my dad needed them before … and I’m really grateful for the work they do – it’s something you really appreciate when someone close to you needs it” Brent says.

‘Our crews love when organisations set challenges and raise funds”, says Trust General Manager Paula Muddle. “We urge people to get along and donate to ensure our vital community service continues saving lives.”

Support through tap-and-go stalls at Stadium 2000 on the 27th, or at https://givealittle. co.nz/fundraiser/v-everest-onstrava-easy-right

Urgent need for Meals on Wheels volunteers

Marlborough Red Cross is desperate for Meals on Wheels delivery volunteers to help locals this winter.

Volunteers commit to one day per month with two hours of driving across one of three zones throughout Marlborough.

National Meals on Wheels Team Leader Pip Mabin says they would ideally need 10 more driv-

ers. “If we could recruit 10 more drivers that would make a real difference. For some people, the only social connection they have each day is with the New Zealand Red Cross volunteer who delivers their meal.”

There are 64 volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers in Marlborough who delivered 7,435 meals in

2021-22.

The Meals on Wheels deliveries are essential for those with difficulties making meals themselves due to disabilities or health concerns.

Becoming a volunteer is very rewarding Pip says. “Volunteers feel like they make a difference every day and they’re wonderful humans who often go the extra

mile, with some of them having volunteered for many years.  “We not only provide food, but regular social contact to our clients and an opportunity for someone to check that everything is OK”.

To find out more visit redcross.

org.nz/VolunteerMealsOnWheelsDriver or call 027 283 9883

Congratulations to Marlborough Art Society member Andrea Navarro @nanaartanddesign for scooping an art award in Tokyo, Japan. You can see some of Andy’s beautiful work out at Return to Eden Gallery and of course you will often find her pieces in our exhibitions too. You will find one of her beautiful mixed media pieces in our current members Autumn exhibition.

FUNDING OPEN

Marlborough District Council is seeking applications for the Mānawatia te Kahui o Matariki Fund which celebrates and supports the regeneration and sustainability of mātauranga Māori associated with Te Kāhui o Matariki. Councillor Jonathan Rosene says the fund is a great way of elevating the importance of Māori culture and heritage. For more information or to apply go to: Applications for the 2023 funding round close at 5.00 pm Friday 9 June 2023. www.marlborough.govt.nz/recreation/events/ mnawatia-te-kahui-o-matariki-fund-marlborough-matariki-community-event-fund.

From left, Brent Ackroyd, Sophie Batt, Nat Sutton and Mike Sheard have a mountain to climb to fundraise for the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter. Photo: William Woodworth.

Two men appeared in Blenheim District Court on Monday following a seven month long police operation. Photo: File/Matt Brown.

Film action for Marlborough

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

A Marlborough filmmaker has his sights set on the silver screen again as filming for his team’s latest idea gets underway.

Award-winning director Aaron Falvey from Blenheim and his team are putting together a showcase for prospective financiers and distribution companies.

The opening sequence to A Special Force was shot by Aaron alongside his good friend and writer/producer Justin Eade on Saturday.

Aaron says he and the team are determined to prove themselves themselves on an international level.

“We’re not resting on our laurels; we want to prove ourselves and our vision on the smell of an oily rag.”

Following the release of the Marlborough-made feature action film debut Northspur, Aaron and Justin have been working hard.

Aaron says he was determined to push forward with A Special Force with the help of what he describes as his “Marlborough’s film family.”

“Short projects help to workshop ideas and help with larger form

pitches like we’re doing for A Special Force.

“We’re shooting the opening three minutes to introduce our main character through a tense encounter followed by a fastpaced action sequence

“This means we can present it to interested parties on screen, and portray our vision and the com-

petence our team brings”.

The pair’s dystopian action themes from Northspur and their many other acclaimed short films carry over into the new produc-

great model to build any story on because there’s no higher stakes and it’s about enhancing that to match your locations”, says Aaron.

interest to me.

For the longest time I couldn’t quite pinpoint why, but it all links back to my enjoyment of survival films”.

Alongside making films, Aaron has also been a leading figure in building the collaborative organisation Top of the South Filmmakers.

He understands first-hand the nurturing film community that continues to develop, with three interns on the crew over the weekend.

“Marlborough’s got a great film family that understand how each other operate and all get on well”, Aaron says.

“I’m a big advocate of showcasing Marlborough on the big screen, so having enthusiastic Marlborough filmmakers collaborate, bouncing ideas off one another and drawing on each other’s expertise is great.

tion, along with an almost entirely local crew.

“Survival films where someone’s trying to stay alive at all costs are my favourite - essentially that’s a

“There’s a dystopian, apocalyptic feel to quite a lot of my work and I feel like that whole example of society breaking down has always been of creative

“Through more projects using locals as part of the cast, crew and post-production, we can continue to see Marlborough and Marlburians on the silver screen”. Aaron would like to give special thanks to Sawmill Studios and Screen Marlborough for their fantastic backing in filming the A Special Force opening scene.

Cast and Crew of the “A Special Force” shoot on Saturday. Photo: Supplied/Andreas Gabriel.

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With the former Aquarium space sitting empty, what would you like to see in that space?

Letters to the editor

Could imagine a Sounds fishing home base there with gear shops, fish filleting and presentations on how the industry in Picton and the Sounds works especially with the salmon and mussel farms in a prime spot – a bit of cross-industry collaboration working under one roof.

Never thought about it before, but I think we could do with a community center that isn’t so tourism focused and built for everyone to use. Otherwise, wouldn’t mind having a climbing gym or a skate park, something exciting to go in there.

JANE BUCKMAN

Morena Paula, I want to record my thanks for the news items, front, 2nd, and 3rd pages, Tuesday 16 May reporting the demise of heritage education funding in Marlborough. Heritage [in its many facets] has “flown under the radar” when compared with the rest of the Arts and Culture sector in our Region. Your Marlborough Weekly’s articles provide an important factual update on the state of heritage management at a time of uncertainty for the Blenheim Museum, its staff and highlight Council’s new role in future management structure/s. I hope your reporting has encouraged more Marlburians to be interested in the how the Council responds.

I appreciate that your newspaper investigates, records, and reports a wide variety of local news. Thank you.

MARIE LE BRUN

SANDRA MCNEILLY

I am pleased an article in the Marlborough Weekly exposed what amounts to the unexpected, Marlborough District Council dismissal, of our longtime, local Museum Director, Steve Austin, in favour of someone from the North Island. This huge disruption to Steve’s life and to other staff members has been after months of stress re their employment, not just the month Dean Heiford quoted.

That Steve would be gutted is a huge understatement, suddenly his life is turned upside down at a stage of life where starting again in such a specialized career is extremely difficult and means uprooting himself from where he lives among us in Blenheim. Steve was extremely dedicated to our Museum. Heiford’s statement re budget being a factor is complete nonsense as they are paying the new manager more and had millions to throw at the new Library.

It’s got stunning views, so anything that goes in there needs to make the most of them for people off the ferries. Some sort of “welcome to Marlborough” or “welcome to the South Island” centre would be good though!

It’s a tough one because it’s a large space to fill in a small town. Something like an indoor sports facility is always good, or a local arts and crafts workshop centre with people able to see local artists at work and buy directly from them.

Spare a thought for the person who has dedicated his employment life to the museum....I’m so sorry that he has been caught up in bureaucratic nonsense.

JULIEARNA KAVANAGH

I think it’s incredibly sad, Steve did a exceptional job. Honestly it makes no sense.

I understand other new positions have been created. I think this whole scenario stinks and of course Heiford hides behind the Council policy ‘we don’t say why an applicant was unsuccessful’. These are my thoughts, I wondered if others had concerns?

WANDA MACDONALD

Change is good..both ways

The decision to cut heritage education funding to local schools has sparked plenty of reactions from invested and concerned Marlburians

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Prepping for winter

The temperatures are dropping and daylight hours less but there is plenty of preparation work to do in the garden.

Any overgrown herbs need a trim to stop them becoming too bedraggled and can be divided if necessary. Old strawberry beds will also benefit from a spruce up in readiness for new plants.

Give your soil some love, add new compost and sheep pallets to increase nutrients before sowing your choice of spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, onion and peas. Rose beds too will benefit from a compost boost in readiness for planting.

Feed lawns now if you haven’t already, this will help boost growth and suppress weed

growth.  If your citrus trees are heavy with fruit, remove fruit and shorten any that are bending under the weight. It also pays to pick up old fruit that’s fallen to the ground as this helps break up the life cycle of bugs. Remove old fruit from the

ground around all fruit trees to break the life cycle of bugs.

Plant any new trees now before the soil is too wet.

Re-plant your pots as necessary with winter annuals, add new fertiliser for the season and step back and enjoy the results.

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At this time of year, it’s important to watch out for frosts and protect any plants not hardy enough to survive a cold burst. Cover with frost cloth, drape frost cloth over but not touching the plants, so it doesn’t freeze to the plants itself.

Fairy garden magic

Making an enchanted garden is a lot of fun and you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make one, many can be created out of items you already have at home.

A container or pot: an old teapot, baking tray, mixing pot, a hollowed-out pumpkin or even a wheelbarrow can all work.

Choose a theme: Think woodlands, beach or magic garden, the theme is up to you. Add soil or sand and start creating your mini magical world using pebbles, sticks, pinecones, or craft items such as mini bells, lolly sticks and pom poms. Remember to choose where you put you garden wisely. Some are better indoors than out.

Hydrangeas bring a burst of colour to Kirsten Wraight’s garden.

Nicci Fitzgerald’s flowers.

Thereasa Hawes’ mini sunflowers.

Winter in a good time to prep your soil for the year ahead. Photo: Supplied.

Building a better New Zealand, Simcox Construction was first started as a drain-laying company by Ian and Margaret Simcox in 1985.

Working throughout the province and upper half of the South Island the Marlborough-based business has since evolved over the years to employ a staff of over 70 and include Civil earthworks and infrastructure projects. These including roading, Three Waters, vineyard developments, building dams and recontouring land, subdivisions, water, wastewater and underwater work at marinas.

ment. “There has been opportunity to do some high-quality projects and deliver a higher level of project management and problem solving for clients.”

“Partnering with Port Marlborough to work on the Waikawa Marina Reclamation development has been a huge success with both parties bringing this project to the community. As part of the Isaac Group we are able to bring specialist capabilities from Isaac Construction, Liddell Contracting and partner locally with Robinson Construction. We are able to deliver a high level of project management skills and capabilities to help solve multi-layered complex issues within the construc-

The combination of Simcox Constructions values, expertise, and workforce cements them as one of the largest and most capable civil construction groups in the South Island. “We are a homegrown company who are committed to the Marlborough region,” says Industries Manager Antony Clark.

“We are consistently evolving and getting better at what we do. We are all about our people and our community and working together using smarter more standout technology.”

Joining forces with Isaacs Group in 2018 has enabled the company to grow exponentially and undertake greater complex projects within civil construction. “This has enabled better systems and structure, investing heavily in manpower and plant technology.” Antony says the companies both share the same values and commitment to their staff, their community and the environ-

tion industry while also dealing with environmental issues. Having partnered with Liddell Contracting we are able to bring structure and bridging solutions to the industry and are able to deliver a consistently high level of standard across the top of the south for traffic management planning and the management of sites for our clients.”

Simcox have also been working with Marlborough District Council to develop the Renwick Water Treatment plant in Terrace Road, the region’s largest retirement village - the new Summerset Retirement complex - the Nikau subdivision and the Picton Port facility upgrade to cater for the new Interislander ferries. Proudly local Simcox are long-standing supporters of local community projects including the Marlborough Boys Rowing and Te Whanua Hou Grovetown Trust along with a variety of other

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Spotlight on the

With plenty of things to see and do, Picton and the Marlborough Sounds are a virtual playground for outdoor lovers, art enthusiasts and leisure seekers alike.

Starting on the waterfront and main town centre, art galleries, gift shops fashion, hair and beauty boutiques will keep you busy. You can also browse the diverse range of local artists, fine art works, sculptures, jewellery and collaborative creations.

After working up an appetite visit one of the wide range of eateries that offer everything from delicious cabinet foods and takeaways for the foreshore to sumptuous fine dining experiences.

An area of Marlborough that is steeped in history, the well-regarded local museum boasts a marvellous collection of signifi-

cant artefacts, photographs and documents relating to the area and the historical shipwreck the Edwin Fox, will fascinate even those hardest to please.

If being on the water is more your style, there is an abundance of coves and coastline to discover in the scenic playground which plays host to three major bodies of water; Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds. There are a host of cruise and pack tour options to choose from and must-do mail boat tours to choose from while exploring the magical inlets, estuaries and waterways of the stunning Marlborough Sounds – or even cruise to Wellington for the day! Choose to stay in Picton’s town-

ship, the surrounding settlements, or relax amongst the secluded bays in waterside accommodation, some of which are only accessible by boat or helicopter.

There are options to suit all travellers, holiday makers, budgets and itineraries to help make your trip a special one.

A special piece of paradise surrounded by native forest and epic scenery, walking trails in the area range from a few minutes to a few hours and even a few days. Trek to a lighthouse at the edge of a reef or a resort at the brink of the Sounds. Stay in a tent or a hut, a bach or a luxury lodge, the options are endless!

One of the country’s most iconic walks, Queen Charlotte Track,

The Picton foreshore is great spot for picnics, plus it hosts mini golf and the adventure playground for kids.

Photo: MarlboroughNZ/ Mike Heydon.

“... the well-regarded local museum boasts a marvellous collection of significant artefacts, photographs and documents.”

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and the Sounds

Top of the South

the 71km hike shared trail for cycling and walking caters to all ages and abilities: from a 10-minute stroll or up to five days tramping through the Sounds.

It will take you through stunning coastal views, native bush and wildlife and a variety of historical landmarks.

If time is of the essence, Snout Track is a great place to start, offering spectacular views over the harbour and coming in at just under three hours total walking time.

There are many small adjoining tracks within Victoria Domain to reach the start of this track, including via Lower Bob’s Bay Track, Upper Bob’s Bay Track and the Picton-Wai-

kawa Walkway. The area is well known for promoting predator-free sanctuaries for native wildlife and several islands within the Sounds, such as Motuara, Long, Blumine and Allports Islands.

Accessible only by boat, these are ideal for picnics, forest walks or viewing historic sites. Motuara Island provides a unique opportunity to see several rare bird species and get up close and personal to some of the more common species.

gun emplacements. Located closer to Picton is Allports Island, a haven to native birds, little blue penguins and kiwi.

Kaipupu Sanctuary situated next to the Picton Harbour, is separated from the mainland by a predator proof fence and is also accessible only via water. A purpose-built track means you can wander through regenerating bush, ancient beech and tawa forest or sit and listen to the sounds of nature, away from the hustle of everyday life.

Lying to the east of Motuara is Long Island Kokomohua Marine Reserve and moving south you will find Blumine Island Oruawairua, where you can follow the track from the campsite to the large WWII

Whether visiting for a day, a night or a week, or making a more permanent move, the seaside township with boutique shopping and renowned cafes and restaurants, seemingly endless 1500km stretch of intricate coastline, plethora of walkways, will

The Queen Charlotte Track is one of New Zealand’s most iconic walks. Photo: MarlboroughNZ.

Melissa turns bad break into career-best scores

In acting circles, telling someone to “break a leg” is to wish them good luck and a fine performance.

It is certainly not an adage usually associated with equestrian sports. Quite the opposite in fact. However, a broken leg has proved something of a godsend for Marlborough dressage star Melissa Galloway.

Melissa was kicked by one of her young horses in mid-October, the impact breaking the bone at the top of her tibia. Being forced to spend a couple of months out of the saddle allowed the 30-yearold time to reflect.

Having recently returned from a 10-month stint of riding and working at a top stable in Europe, Melissa admits she was at something of a crossroads, career-wise. “The [enforced] break was good for me mentally. I really needed that time out. After I came back from Europe, I was a bit unsure

what I was doing … so the break was really good for my mind … and Joey was also able to get some chill out time,” she explained. Qualifying for and competing at the 2024 Olympics has been a long-term goal for Melissa so, during her recuperation time, she came up with a schedule which would give her the best opportunity of getting her and and top mount Windermere J’Obei W [aka Joey] on the plane to Paris.

“To qualify [for Paris] you have to do at least four CDIs within 2023 and we know that New Zealand had three, which was Taupo, the NZ champs and one in November. We needed one more, so we also decided to go to the Sydney CDI.”

The first stop on the road to recovery was the Taupo CDI, followed by the NZ National Championships at the same venue. There were initial nerves going into Taupo, especially with Melissa having varied their preparation.

“I was hopeful, but not sure what

to expect,” said Melissa, “because there were some things in our training that I had changed since we had come home … things that I hadn’t done in Europe but had planned to do.

“I did them for the first time at the show, hoping they would pay off, but I wasn’t sure.

“When there was a considerable jump in my scores, I knew I was on the right track. That was a good starting point … and it has just got better and better.”

The duo took plenty of confidence into the ensuing NZ champs, two weeks later.

“That was great,” said Melissa, “because I had consolidated what I had done in the first competition and we also had some amazing judges … Olympic judges who gave me some amazing scores.”

The duo won all three classes they entered at the National Equestrian Centre, breaking New Zealand records, achieving personal bests, and etching their name on the championship title.

Their Grand Prix test produced

a new high of 73.456%, the score including a 74.8% from 5* judge Isobel Wessels (GBR) and 75.9% from Australian judge Kerrie-Swan Bates.

“I didn’t expect to get anything like those marks … my Grand Prix score was quite a bit higher than anyone in New Zealand has ever got before, so it was pretty cool. And those are the sort of scores I need to be hitting to make Paris,” she explained. But more was to come, with the duo from Tuamarina crossing the Tasman at the end of April and emerging as the stars of the show in Sydney. They notched a notable hat-trick in what Melissa described as “a bucket list show for me”, winning the FEI CDI3* Freestyle to Music, then backing up with victories in both the FEI3* Grand Prix and Grand Prix Special.

Overall, Melissa and Joey scored 70.891% in the CDI3* Grand Prix, 72.511% in the Special, and 76.33% in the Musical Freestyle.

“Again, we had two top judges

and they were the ones I really wanted to get good marks from, which I did. So, I was particularly happy about that.”

Her efforts, both at home and in Sydney have pushed Melissa up to number 44 on the FEI dressage athlete world rankings - the highest NZ ranking ever and the first time a NZ dressage exponent has entered the top 100. Despite her recent heroics, there are still several hurdles in Melissa’s path before she can achieve her Paris dream.

“Oh, there’s more to the process,” she declares with a laugh. Firstly, she will have to achieve a series of top scores next year, then be chosen by the NZ Games selectors, which is not necessarily a given. However, having recently rekindled her love of the sport, the competitive flame burns stronger than ever.

“I’m going to keep going until [Paris] seems impossible. At the moment, it seems very possible and I will do what I have to do to get there,” Melissa added.

Melissa Galloway and ‘Elmo’, one of her younger charges, at her Tuamarina base. Photo: Peter Jones.

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Blues bag vital victory

PETER JONES

Central showed just why they are defending Tasman Trophy rugby champions at Lansdowne Park on Saturday.

The Blues were forced to dig very deep to repel a stern challenge from Marist, taking the honours 24-22 after a thrilling climax to a high-intensity encounter.

The match result hinged on the success of an overtime conversion attempt by Marist first five Cooper Grant, who had just breached the staunch Central defence to bring his side within range of a draw.

However, the young No 10 pulled his handy kick wide, leaving the home side celebrating a victory based on gritty defence, coupled with an ability to get across the line from close range.

After weathering an early onslaught from the visitors, whose game was based on keeping the ball in hand, utilizing a sizeable, powerful pack and an elusive collection of outside backs, Central struck first.

After a counterattack, led by skipper Braden Stewart who left the game with injury after 20 minutes, halfback Ethan Jones dotted down.

It took only a few moments for Marist to reply, underlining their danger out wide with a slick try to Nic Sauiri, before Central bagged their second, winger Dave Fotu’s touchdown putting the home side back in the lead.

The visitors were not to be denied however, centre Lote Saulekaleka taking advantage of a fortuitous

bounce to dash over.

Grant landed the only conversion of the first half to give his side a 12-10 advantage at halftime.

Marist laid siege to Central’s line after the break, only resolute defence keeping them out, before replacement flanker Jack Kelly, who tackled himself to a standstill, initiated a breakout.

A few minutes later the Blues had their third, winger Lani Fihaki dotting down. This time Mitch Smith converted from out wide, pushing his side to a 17-12 advantage.

But once again the tide turned, replacement hooker Luke Collier burrowing over for Marist to level the scores.

On the 70-minute mark Central bagged the decisive touchdown. A well-timed inside pass from Smith close to the Marist line saw centre Nigel Satherley carve through the wrong-footed defence.

Smith’s conversion gave the home side a seven-point lead, but the Nelson Bays champions were not done.

With the light fading and a raucous home crowd cheering every defensive tackle, the Blues were pinned on their line as Marist went to work, pounding away on the back of a string of offside penalties.

Eventually, with time well up on the clock, Grant breached the defensive wall, but failed to ice the kick, leaving the home side and their supporters both relived and ecstatic.

Stewart described his side’s 82-minute effort with pride.

“It was one of my proudest moments to watch the boys on the line in the last 10 … I know [Marist] scored at the end, but the ticker the lads showed was

showed the way today, including fullback Jake Cresswell, backline general Smith, hooker Quentin MacDonald, lock Matt McCormick and Satherley, however this was very much a full team effort from a side whose resilience is becoming a hallmark.

Best of the Marist side was Grant and halfback Will Thornalley, fullback Luke Kilworth, lock Caleb Havili and prop Jake Wetere.

Both the other Marlborough-based sides in the Tasman Trophy were well beaten on Saturday, Waitohi losing 24-0 to Kahurangi in Picton, while Nelson downed Moutere 57-19 at Trafalgar Park. In the other match Stoke thrashed Waimea Old Boys 76-0.

Tasman Trophy points: Central 10, Stoke, Kahurangi 8, Marist 7, Nelson 5, Waimea Old Boys 5, Waitohi 0, Moutere 0. In division two action, Harlequins beat Pelorus 17-16, Central saw off Awatere 43-24 and Waitohi upset the previously unbeaten Renwick side 24-13.

Division two points: Renwick 20, Central 17, Waitohi 15, MBC Old Boys 10, Harlequins 9, Awatere 7, Pelorus 3.

In the Tasman Trophy women’s competition, the Wairau Wāhine went down 43-22 to Marist in Nelson, while Kahurangi beat Waimea Old Boys 24-19. Meanwhile, the Marlborough Boys’ College First XV were unable to build on last weekend’s

MBC were well in it for most of the match, trailing just 10-5 at halftime and closing to 10-8 soon after.

Both sides employed kicking games in the heavy underfoot conditions. However, lineout inaccuracy, a couple of defensive mis-reads, and a resolute STAC defence denied the home side opportunities to maximise field position. Eventually the southerners, who made the most of the chances that came their way, bagged a couple of late tries to grab the honours.

Up front MBC were well served up front by Te Kore Manawatu, Johnny Vakaloa and Tafa Asiata, along with Luke Martella, Jack Burdon and Rico Nicklin. Tim Petrie, Cohen Stewart and Carter Aitken stood out on a difficult day for backs.

Central midfielder Nigel Satherley fires a pass out wide as the Blues counter-attack on Saturday. Photos: Peter Jones.

Rangers rebound in Motueka

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Rangers AFC rebounded quickly from a midweek defeat and a season-ending injury to a key player to pick up a hard-earned away win on Saturday.

After going down 2-1 to FC Nelson at A&P Park on Tuesday, they faced a difficult trip to Motueka without striker Keagan Mortimer, who sustained a serious knee injury in the night match, and inform winger Jack Morris.

Rangers AFC manager Wolfie Waechter said, “the signs were not good for our away game.

After losing Keagan and Jack we brought in Carl Connor-McClean as a short notice replacement, and new signing Shiv Chandra made his first appearance in the second half”.

After heavy rainfall in Motueka over the previous 48 hours Rangers turned up to find a very heavy track. Tactics were simple, get the ball into the opposition third as soon as possible.

Motueka started well and applied the early pressure. After 15 minutes Rangers found their rhythm and created several good chances, Connor-McClean, Guy Young,

Bjorn Waechter and Alex Duley all coming very close, only to be denied by the excellent Motueka goalkeeper.

The side were goalless at halftime but five minutes into the second stanza Connor-McClean scored the game decider after fine buildup play from Kane Elvy.

Motueka stepped up the pressure in the last 15 minutes but the well-organised Rangers’ defence, based around Jordy Columbus, Boyd Elvy and Callum McDon ald, held firm with man-of-thematch Luc Sherwood keeping a clean sheet in trying conditions for a goalkeeper.

Tore and Bjorn Waechter con trolled the midfield well while Alex Duley and Fynn Hawes pro vided strong support. Kane Elvy again impressed with his pace out wide.

Rangers’ next game is at home against Suburbs Reserves on Sat urday.

Tuesday’s match was a heated encounter, with both sides locked at the top of the table. No quarter was asked for or given, with referee Martin Fenwick having his hands full as the players sought to take charge.

FC Nelson were awarded an early penalty, which they converted

and pinched a second goal just prior to the break, looking the better team in the first 45. However, the second half belonged to the home side, player/ coach Tore Waechter slotting a penalty late in the piece to set up a frantic finish, but the visitors held on to pick up a vital three points against the defending champions.

Best of the local side were Boyd Elvy, Jordy Columbus and Scott Belsham

Scores:

Tuesday: FC Nelson 2 Rangers AFC 1 (Tore Waechter, pen). HT:

Saturday: Rangers AFC 1 (Carl Connor-McClean) Motueka FC 0. HT: 0-0

Meanwhile, the tie at the top of the Marlborough Motorworld division one men’s table remains after both Central Buccaneers and Call Care Trojans picked up wins on Saturday. Buccaneers defeated BV Masters 8-2, after leading 4-1 at halftime. Jono Masters notched a hat-trick for Central, Jason Scammell bagging a brace.

Trojans led just 1-0 against Rangers Woodbourne at halftime, but,

inspired by the efforts of Tomas Lupani who found the back of the net four times, they pulled away in the second spell for a comfortable 6-0 victory.

In the other match, Central Wolves picked up their first win of the season, beating Picton Wildcats 5-0. All the goals were scored in the first spell, Hunter Ruffell claiming a brace.

Division one points: Central Buccaneers 16, Call Care Trojans 16, BV Masters 9, Rangers Woodbourne 4, Picton Wildcats 4, Central Wolves 3. Rangers City continue to lead the pack in division two, beating Call Care Spartans 3-1 to maintain their unbeaten record. Stewart Sloan scored twice for City. The biggest win of the day was registered by Rangers Reserves, who beat Picton Crow Tavern 100, while Call Care Red beat Rangers Masters 3-0 and Central Privateers overcame Trojans Marlb Men 6-2.

Division two points: Rangers City 18, Rangers Reserves 13, Central Privateers 13, Call Care Spartans 12, Call Care Red 6, Picton Crow Tavern 4, Rangers Masters 3, Trojans Marl Men 0.

Table tennis players produce top display

Some of the nation’s leading table tennis players demonstrated their considerable skills when the Redwood Trust Marlborough Open was held at Simcox Stadium recently.

Seventy-two competitors took part, from as far away as North Shore and Southland.

The Open and Under-15 events doubled as the third qualifying tournament for national selection for the forthcoming Oceania Championships in Australia.

The number one seed, Dean Shu from Auckland, took the men’s singles title, beating second-seeded Max Henderson from Bay

of Plenty in the final 8-11, 11-7, 15-13, 11-8, 5-11, 11-7. Dean reached the final with a five-set win over Canterbury’s Griffin Buchanan while Max downed Simon Fenwick in the other semi. Simon beat Griffin to claim third place.

Local player Alex Kennedy qualified for post-section play and as the Open was a TTNZ qualifier, played off for seventh and eighth place, beating North Shore’s Ben Jung in five sets

Canterbury’s Abbey Webb beat fellow Cantabrian Lydia Mercer-Beumelburg by 11-6, 7-11, 12-14, 9-11, 13-11, 11-9, 11-6 in the final of the women’s singles.

Local player Jacqui Wood reached the semi-final, losing to Abbey in six sets while Lydia reached the final with a win over Canterbury’s Aarya Advilkar. Jacqui beat Aarya to claim the bronze medal. Dean won his second title when he combined with Waitemata’s Andrew Palmer for a win in the men’s doubles, the unseeded pair beating top seeds Simon Fenwick and Griffin Buchanan in the final 12-14, 11-8, 9-11, 11-5, 11-7.

Alex and Canterbury’s Vladimir Ivanov finished with a bronze medal.

The women’s doubles went with seeding, top seeds Abbey Webb and Ellie Zhang beating the second-seeded mother and daughter combination of Helen Beumelburg and Lydia Mercer-Beumelburg 11-8, 11-8, 11-6.

Simon Fenwick and Kris Alisch won the mixed doubles final over the Buchanan siblings, Griffin and India, 11-5, 11-5, 11-6. The RB Catering C grade section produced a tremendous final between North Shore’s Ben Jung and Canterbury’s Eric Kim, who prevailed 4-11, 11-9, 11-8, 9-11, 15-13. Alex reached the quarter finals while Michael Kamson, a current Marlborough representative player, was undefeated in pool play.

In the equivalent women’s event, unseeded Ruhi Advilkar came through the draw and beat North Shore’s Ariel Liu 8-11, 11-7, 11-8, 8-11, 11-8 in the final. In Sunday’s Martella Refrigeration over40 section, the top seeded Simon Fenwick beat Marlborough’s Matt

Millar in straight sets in the final. It was a great event for another local player Jason Kennedy, as he topped his pool and beat the third seed in the process. Nelson’s Shino Yonei won the equivalent women’s final against Ruhi Advikar by 11-5, 11-8, 1012, 10-12, 11-8.

In the Wadsco Trucks Over 55 section, the women’s final featured two local players, with

Marion Wood beating Barbara Burkhart. In the men’s event, Canterbury’s Gregg Davey finished top of the round robin pool, with Nelson’s Mark Nalder second.

The under-19 boys’ title was won by Griffin Buchanan, who beat Canterbury’s Xavier Reid. Canterbury’s Ellie Zhang won the girls’ title over Lydia Mercer-Beumelburg.

Juan Gariria, from the Blenheim Valley Cheetahs 12th grade team, drives towards goal on Saturday at Oliver Park.

Photo: Peter Jones.

PETER JONES

Men’s singles victor Dean Shu is all concentration. Photos: Peter Jones.

Canterbury’s Aryn Advilkar in action.

QCC rugby side off to strong start

A last-gasp try provided an exciting start to the Tasman under-18 girls rugby competition for the Queen Charlotte College Wāhine side.

They took on Motueka High School at Spring Creek’s Awarua Park on Wednesday evening and came out on top 24-22.

QCC left it late to clinch victory, scoring their fourth try and bouncing the conversion over off a post on the final whistle to prevail in a very evenly-matched encounter.

Leading the way for the QCC team, who are going it alone in the Tasman competition this season after being combined with MGC last year, was dynamic No 8 Tiara Lambert, who scored three tries, plus Letitia Calthorpe, who bagged the other touchdown and booted two conversions, which proved pivotal in the final

countdown. Also prominent was halfback Livvy Giles, who tackled hard and distributed cleverly throughout.

However, it was very much a team effort that got the job done for the closely-knit Picton-based crew. Despite a limited build-up and with many of their players being relatively new to the game, QCC showed co-ordination at

set piece time, attacking flair and some staunch defence in front of a vocal band of supporters. The QCC girls previously attended a 10s tournament in Nelson and had a pre-season game against a Nayland Stoke side, who, along with Motueka HS, Marlborough Girls’ College, Nelson College and Waimea College, make up the six-team weekly

Hockey teens do battle with Nelson rivals

Marlborough’s teenage hockey talent came up against their Nelson counterparts at College Park recently, with two trophies at stake.

In the first game, a close battle ensued when the respective under-18 girls’ vied for the Dodson Cup. Marlborough scored first, through a penalty corner variation, slammed into the Nelson net by Shani Tilbury. However, by halftime the visitors had drawn level as play transi tioned quickly from end to end.

Marlborough led into the final quarter, courtesy of a penalty stroke expertly taken by Maddie Large, but the visitors fought to the end scoring the equaliser in a goalmouth scramble with less than two minutes on the clock. Marlborough forced seven penalty corners in the match to Nelson’s five, a draw probably a fair reflection of the match momentum. The trophy stayed with Nel-

under-18 team in the afternoon, plus one from Kaikoura, 10 from Nelson and two from the West Coast.

Mya Gane, Maddie Large, Millie Large, Georgia Marfell, Maia Rasmussen and Grace Calder were Marlborough players named in the 18-strong team to attend the national tournament in Auckland in July. Amber Fissenden was named as a non-travelling

competition, which culminates in semi-finals on August 9, followed by a final on August 16.

Nick Beattie, who, along with Jimmy Giles and QCC deputy principal Campbell Hart, coaches the side, is excited by their potential.

“We have got a good mix,” he said. “We have some players who have played before, plus a group of

younger kids coming up as well.

“There is a wide range of skills through the squad and the girls are pretty committed …. we have been training since January so they are putting in the effort and I’m pretty confident we can put together some decent results,” Nick added.

The QCC squad: Ilah Beattie, Ashlee Forsyth, Isha Jones, Atallaya Marsters-Kupa, Kahurau Reweti, Kara Beattie, Luisa Fuiava-Raj, Tiara Lambert, Eden McLeod, Terehia Reweti, Erika Calthorpe, Livvy Giles, Navara Love, Alofa Moorhouse, Marara Shelford, Letitia Calthorpe, Kayla-Rose Hebberd, Carlia Love, Indiana Myles, Heriata Simmonds, Tiana Childs, Harley Huntley, Aliyah MacDonald-Pedersen, Jessica Myles, Sky Eathorne, Matewai, Jones, Siena Manawatu, Tini Whetu Poutapu. Coach Nick Beattie; assistants: Jimmy Giles, Campbell Hart.

The QCC Wāhine before their first Tasman under-18 girls’ competition game at Awarua Park on Wednesday. Photo: Peter Jones.

son pulled away in the second

Marlborough under-18 players Neve Edwards and Grace Calder

Sport In Brief

JACK HEADS FOR FRANCE

Marlborough swimmer

Jack Bugler, right, is entering his final stage of preparation as departure date looms for a trip to the Virtus Global Games 2023. They will be staged in Vichy, France from June 4-10 and Jack will compete in several events

– the 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m and 1500m freestyle races, plus the 100m breast. The young para swimmer is the only member of the 10-strong NZ team to previously attend the Virtus Games, swimming in Brisbane in 2019.

TASMAN MAKO TRIALISTS

Teams have been named for a Tasman Mako men’s rugby trial game to be held at Lansdowne Park on Saturday June 3. There is a strong contingent of Marlborough-based players in Team Red, who will take on Team Blue, all Nelson-based in a match where players have a chance to impress the Mako selectors. From Central are Quentin MacDonald, Peni Fihaki, Lani Fihaki, Ben Filipo, Dusty Foley, Ethan Jones, Matt McCormick, Nigel Satherley and Braden Stewart. Waitohi players Dylan Burns, Taine Cragg-Love, Campbell Hart and Tim O’Malley are included, along with Monu Moli and Jake Pacey from Moutere. Former MBC standout Cooper Roberts, now playing club rugby in Christchurch is also included.

SHIELD WIN TO BE REMEMBERED

On July 28, 1973 the Marlborough rugby team lifted the Ranfurly Shield from Canterbury. On the same date, 50 years later, the team will hold a dinner at the Lansdowne Hub to celebrate what was arguably the province’s finest rugby moment.

BOWLS DROUGHT ENDED

The Marlborough ladies indoor bowls team broke a 16year drought in Nelson recently, bringing home the Scott Trophy, the first time the ladies have managed to get their hands on the silverware since 2007. Former national representative Lois Randall skipped the top ladies four, with Jill Hurcomb leading the second ladies team. Marlborough scored 80.5, from Nelson on 68.5, followed by Golden Bay-Motueka on 67. Roles were reversed in the men’s event, playing for the Adams Trophy. Golden Bay-Motueka went on to win with a score of 100. Nelson finished second with 63.5 followed by Marlborough on 52.5. Meanwhile, Tony Hitchcock and Diana North took out the NZ Indoor Bowls Mixed Pairs qualifying tournament on Saturday at the Simcox Stadium. They beat Steven Grant and Lois Randall 8-7 in the final. The NZ Henselite singles qualifying tournament was played on Sunday, with Nathan Della Bosca beating Steven Grant 16-11 in the final.

NETBALLERS END ROUND

Two close encounters marked the final matches of the first round of Marlborough premier netball at Stadium 2000 on Tuesday night. The evening’s early match involved Tokomaru and Harlequins Fairweathers, two sides seeking their first wins of the season. The Picton crew came out on top, winning 47-42 in a very even contest, each team winning two quarters. The second match featured front-runners Harlequins Indevin against Marlborough Girls’ College, Quins coming away with a comprehensive 61-31 victory after dominating all four quarters. The evening’s final match was a Pelorus club derby clash, Edridge Contracting needing a second half surge to get past stablemates Gill Construction 48-41.

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MARLBOROUGH HERB SOCIETY Meets 4th Tues of month. 7pm, various locations. Promote use, educate & identification of herbs. Text only Meredith 0272122773.

SUNBELT TOASTMASTERS Learn public speaking & improve your confidence. Tues 6.20pm Fortnightly. St Mary’s Community Centre. Ph 0276001788 or email sunbeltblenheim@gmail.com

RED HAT SOCIETY The Kiwi Damsels in De-Stress are part of a worldwide organization for women to enjoy fun, laughter & friendship. A specific dress code is part of the fun. This daytime group meets twice a month on the 1st & 3rd Tues mornings. Ph Tina 0211045945.

MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Parker St. Tues 8.3012pm. Social tennis. Morning tea 10am. Non-members

$5. All welcome. Ph Joanna 0275786436

SIT AND BE FIT Tues & Thurs 1.15pm Cost $2. Contact Riversdale Community House 5780469 / 0223007342.

BLENHEIM CHORAL (Marlborough Singers) Tues, 7pm, Wesley Centre, Henry St. New members welcome, no auditions necessary. www.marlboroughsingers.org.

BLENHEIM AIR TRAINING CORP Tues 6.30-9pm RN-

ZAF Base Woodbourne. Recruiting new cadets aged between 13 & 15 for 2023. For more info email: 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

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

PICTON TABLE TENNIS for adults Tues 10am-12noon. Little Theatre, Picton. $4 per session. Meet people & get some exercise. Morning tea provided. New members welcome. Ph Ernest 0275888453.

RENWICK MENZ SHED 54 High St Renwick. Left side of church. Morning tea provided. Tues 9am-12pm. Ph Dave 021 0228 2592.

PICTON LINE DANCING Tue 9.30-11.30am Anglican Church hall. $6 per class. Beginners welcome. For info Ph Carol 0212125252/Raewyn 021715484.

WEDNESDAY

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 Every Wed 7.30pm. Blenheim Bowling Club, 65 Weld St. Come along & enjoy yourself! Ph Erin 027 234 1709.

GROVETOWN INDOOR BOWLS Wed 7pm at Wesley

Foundry. All bowlers welcome. Ph Morris 5786699. RAPAURA INDOOR BOWLS CLUB Wed 7.30pm. Rapaura Hall. New members welcome. Ph Sue 021661717

BLENHEIM PROBUS CLUB Retired/semi-retired? Enjoy good fellowship? We’d love to see you at our meetings. 1st Wed of the month. 10am. Wesley Centre. Coffee mornings & outings as well. Ph Ann 5787046 / Jan 0226353919.

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

STRETCH & BREATHE Gentle stretching & balance class for Seniors. Every Wed 10-11am. Stay for a cuppa & chat afterwards. Cost $2. St Christopher’s Church Hall, 92 Weld St, Blenheim. More info Ph Donna WahrlichEldercare Coordinator 0273852333 or email donna@ stchristophers.co.nz

MARLBOROUGH MULTICULTURAL CENTRE hosts a newcomers morning tea, Wed 10.30am-12noon, 21 Henry St. Opportunities for Newcomers & Marlburians to make friends, practice English & support each other. Everyone welcome. Tea, coffee & biscuits provided. 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, Quench Chateau Marlborough, 95 High St. Ph Jenny Goss 0211629102.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS casual parents/caregivers catch up, Wed 10.30-12pm, town Plunket Clinic, 16 Henry St. No charge.

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 Meet every Wed 1011.30am to support each other. Regular speakers, outings, share in a safe environment. Ph Alistair Crawford for details 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 for over fifty years. Would you like to know more about the Lion’s club or are interested in becoming a Lion. Tea meetings held 2nd & 4th Wed. Ph Delphine Lee 0299425004/Helen Williams 0211458572.

WAITOHI SOCIAL CLUB. We meet 10am at the Picton Library, every third Wed of the month for fun & friendship. Gold coin donation for morning tea. After meeting we go for lunch at one of the venues in Picton, should you wish to join us.

THURSDAY

OLDER PERSONS SEMINAR 4th Thurs each month. St Christopher’s Church Hall. 10am-1pm. Interesting speakers, entertainment, jokes, & chat. Morning tea & light lunch provided. Cost $5. More info, Ph Donna Wahrlich - Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333 or email donna@stchristophers.co.nz

PICTON BRIDGE CLUB CLUB Every Thurs 6.50pm Port Marlborough Pavilion. All levels welcome. Ph Judy 021685348.

KEEP U MOVING Gentle walking exercise for Seniors. Every Thurs 11.30am-12.30pm St Christopher’s Church Hall (Except 4th Thurs in each month) Stay for a cuppa & chat afterwards. Cost $2. 92 Weld St, Blenheim. More info, Donna Wahrlich, Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333 or donna@stchristophers.co.nz

INVITING YOU TO COMPANIONS Ages 65+. Free. 1st Thurs of Month. 1pm. Harvest Life Church, 22 Nelson St. Afternoon tea, interesting programme through the year. For info ph Avon 035792440/Lorraine 035781240/ Shirley 035783728.

COPD SUPPORT & EXERCISE GROUP Free. Every 2nd & 4th Thurs 1.15pm. Redwoodtown Community Hall, Cnr Weld & Cleghorn St. For info ph Asthma Marlb 0272057244.

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

PICTON TABLE TENNIS Thurs 10am-12pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion, Waikawa Rd. All adults welcome. $4 incl. morning tea. Equipment supplied. Ph Ernest 0275 888 453.

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 will commence Thurs 25th May 10am12noon at the new Marlb District Library. Then every 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month. All welcome. Bring your yarn & have a yarn. For info ph Sue 5785317.

FRIDAY

NATIVITY TUNES FOR TOTS Music, food & fun for pre-schoolers & caregivers. Fri 9.30am. Wesley Centre, 3 Henry St. During term time. Ph 5783909 for info.

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 5-6.30p. Email upbeatorchestra@gmail.com for info.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY

CRAFT FAIR Havelock Town hall 10am-4pm Sat 3rd & Sun 4th June.10am-3pm Mon 5th June. Free Entry. Lots of crafts, sausage sizzle. Supporting Havelock St John Youth Group.

RENWICK SOCIAL TENNIS Every Sat, 2-4pm weather permitting. Members $2 Visitors $5. 10 Uxbridge St (behind the Bowling Club) Ph Leigh Andrews 0211913034 or visit our Facebook Page for more details & other upcoming events.

SUNDAY WORKING BEE – TE WHANAU HOU GROVE-

TOWN LAGOON Every 2nd Sun of the month. 11 Jun. 9 Jul. 13 Aug. 10 Sep. 8 Oct & 12 Nov. Meet at Wairau Rowing Club, Steam Wharf Rd, Grovetown. 9:30am12pm, followed by a BBQ. We plant trees, tend previously planted trees, weeding, mulching & any jobs for continued conservation. E: Justine Johnson Johnsonmarlborough@gmail.com

BAHÁ’Í DEVOTIONS 1st & 3rd Sun, 10.30-11.15am, Marlb Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, 12th Lane, Blenheim. Cnr Farmers carpark. “In the garden of thy Heart plant naught but the rose of love”. 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 MUSEUM at Brayshaw Park, open 10am-4pm. Maori treasures, Wairau Bar 1250 AD, The Wine Exhibition, Early settlers, Asian Dolls, 1870 to 1970 Fashion, local pottery plus more! FREE entry on Saturdays.

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 ARTISAN CRAFT MARKET Sat, Market Place. Come & meet your local craft people. Children’s area with games for young & elderly. A free community site to promote or fund-raise for your organisation. Renwick Tennis Club 8 Uxbridge St.

MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET A&P show-

grounds, 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. for info email 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.

CRUISEY CHURCH for kids of all ages & their families. Includes bible stories, games, songs, crafts & dinner. 3rd Sat each month 5-6.30pm. St Andrew’s Church, 5 Henry St, Blenheim. Koha appreciated.

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, on the day, while you have a cuppa. Sewing, darning, bikes, small furniture, wooden items, toys, electronics & mobile phones. 9am-12noon, 27th May, (every 4th Sat of the month). John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations accepted.

GENERAL GROUPS

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Thurs /Sat 7-8pm. Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St. BLENHEIM ROWING CLUB Rowing on Wairau River from the boatshed. 259 Jones Rd, Grovetown. Every Sun 8.45am. Tues & Thurs 4.45pm. Novice & experienced rowers welcome, any age. Learn to Row programme. Full details at blenheimrowing.co.nz or contact 027487622.

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.

PICTON MEN’S COMMUNITY SHED 2 Market St. Wed 8.30am-2.30pm. Sat 8.30am-12pm Ph Bill Rogers 5735507/Rex 21469191. 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. Our tutors are available for people 50+ who need assistance with their computer/ smart phone. Ph Secretary - 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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Renwick Arms Country Club - Fishing Competition

The Renwick Arms Country Club would sincerely like to thank our dedicated and very generous sponsors of our fishing competition held 24th, 25th & 26th of February 2023. Major Sponsors - Tira Crown, Hunting & Fishing Marlborough, Dave Leslie, Edwards Logistics Ltd, Burnsco, Boyd Wilson Electrical & Evan Jones Construction.

A H Gillespie Logging, Basis, Brian FM, CM Mechanical, Crafar Crouch Construction, Creative Signs & Graphics, D & T Webber Ltd, Dallies Dunnies, Elite Excavations, Express Home Kill, Guthrie Bowron, H & H contracting, Henderson’s Ltd, J L Trucking, John Delany, Kaituna Quarry Family Trust, Liquidaction, Marlborough Auto Air Conditioning, Marlborough Motorcycles, Marlborough Sounds Marina, McDermott Earthworks Ltd, McDonald’s Blenheim, Mitchell Sports, Oddies Marine, On Site Mechanical Repairs, Onsite Mechanical, Rees Window Cleaning, Renwick Meat Market, Renwick Supervalue, Seatech Marine, Sprig & Fern, Talleys, The Thirsty Pig, Tony Coe, Waikawa Dive Centre, Woodbourne Tavern.

Thank you to everyone who entered our competition and to all our helpers to make this competition so successful.

Kelly Young, Club Manager

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Lundons Law seeks a professional, qualified Legal Executive who is committed to providing high-quality support to our valued client base. Our firm provides practical legal advice and representation throughout the region, from modern offices in the centre of Blenheim.

This position is full-time, and is responsible for assisting clients, drafting, researching, corresponding and effective file management. Reporting directly to Steve Riley (Director), this a key support role that requires attention to detail and a high level of experience. Ideally, you will have 3+ years in a similar role.

Further information is available on Seek, or to request a copy of the job description please contact Kate Gaines on kate@lundonslaw.com

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