Marlborough Weekly 6 June 2023

Matt’s in charge

Missing hiker rescued

A hiker missing on a remote mountain overnight has been rescued by a Marlborough search and rescue team.

LandSAR Marlborough were contacted by police to carry out a rescue operation for an overdue hiker on Mt Stokes in the outer Marlborough Sounds.

The woman, who had become separated from her partner, was rescued in the early hours of Thursday morning, cold and hungry but not hurt.

LandSAR chairperson Kerry Lammas says the steep terrain made the rescue mission challenging.

Exhausted search crews made it home about 17 hours after receiving the call out at 8.09pm on Wednesday.

“The terrain where she was located was quite a steep ravine, surrounded by bluffs so reaching her meant one way in and one way out.

“We had to deal with bluffs and crevices in the dark,” he says.

Four teams were deployed, making a two-and-a-half-hour journey by road to where the young hiker had become lost making her descent. Her worried partner had called

police.

Two field teams, a police dog team and one person to contain people leaving and heading into the area immediately began to search.

Seven members back at base oversaw the bigger picture, creating ‘taskings’ (jobs) for the field teams.

The team constantly communicate with the field team, keeping

an eye on their well-being. “There’s more to the team than just the field team,” Kerry explains.

The team used a sound light line to narrow the search field.

“We move, stop and turn our lights off, use our whistle or call out, listen, then turn our lights on and then move on.

“We turn our lights off because the missing person may respond with their lights, it may only be a cell phone light, but we can pick this up in the dark.

“After five hours they finally had a reply. Teams were then able to split and triangulate to make their way to reach her,” Kerry says. “We heard her yell out from a distance, she was about 500m from the summit.

“The terrain made this a time consuming and energy sapping exercise finally reaching her at 06:59 the following morning.” After warming up the missing hiker with food and a hot drink, the team walked her out to be reunited with her partner.

LandSAR Marlborough team members were called into help after a hiker was reported missing.

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All LandSAR Marlborough team members are volunteers who help provide search and rescue services to the Police and the Rescue Coordination Centre across Marlborough.  Search and rescue operations can be carried out in all environments including mountains and bush for hunters and trampers, and urban environments searching for the vulnerable.

Getting the call that evening meant volunteers had already put in a day at work.

Training once a month and attending national courses meant the team was well prepared for the search, Kerry says.

“We have a core element of our group that are hugely experienced, but we have newer members too and this is the best way to learn.

“When you locate a person it’s a big relief and it’s quite emotional around the effort we put in.”

The teams made their way back to base with the help of support personnel from police and volunteers who came and drove

them and their vehicles home retuning to base and debriefed by 13:00.

“Thanks to those field members who grunted their way through some terrible terrain, the team back at base monitoring the teams and the support people who got our teams home safe,” Kerry says.

LandSAR Marlborough are always looking for new volunteers, with a variety of roles on offer, from drivers, good typists and people with great radio communication skills.

“It’s not just outdoors people

for the field but people that can drive etc,” Kerry says. “Search and Rescue - the ultimate team sport.”

If you can help, or to find out more, visit LandSAR Marlborough’s Facebook page at www. facebook.com/MarlboroughSAR/ or email marlborough@ landsar.org.nz.

Marlborough Community Gardens are hosting a seed swap event this Saturday at NMIT from 9am to midday. Bring any seeds (in labelled envelopes) that you have to swap and a bag or container to take your new seeds home in – if the weather is bad it will be held at the Kohanga Reo next door to the gardens.

SEDDON TALENT SHOW

Join the South Marlborough community for a Gumboot Friday fundraiser talent show on Saturday July 29 at Yealands Awatere Memorial Hall. Enter for $10 for a solo act or $20 for a group, with prize money to be won for competing acts. Contact k.z.samson@ hotmail.com for entry information.

MIDWINTER SWIM

Take the chilly plunge into Lake Rotoiti on Sunday the 18 of June to celebrate midwinter. Join enthusiastic, misguided and warm-hearted returnee survivors at the East Jetty by the campground in Kerr Bay at 12.00 noon - you don’t have to be nude, and feel free to bring food and something to sit on for a shared lunch after.

Bluedoor duo give back to community

WILLIAM

Every Thursday at the Blue Door in Blenheim, you’ll hear the whirring of power tools and the swapping of banter.

The dismantling crew are hard at work, with volunteers Bruce Scott and John Andrews eager to help.

Community-orientated projects like the Blue Door are gearing up for National Volunteer Week from the 18 to 24 of June. And store bosses hope more Marlburians will spend a few hours throughout June giving back to causes close to home.

All this hard work is incredibly valuable, with the charity giving away more than $25,000 in grants to Marlborough community organisations so far this year.

Bruce and John tinker away at their decommissioned appliances, remove any useful parts to

be repurposed in other projects, and sort scrap to be sold.

“We just love being a part of the Blue Door, it’s great companionship, keeps us active and much better than just sitting at home in retirement watching the TV”, says Bruce.

“It’s a great time working alongside each other, there’s plenty of laughs and we keep learn something new”.

There are about 40 volunteers helping behind the scenes at the popular second-hand store.

People help with an array of tasks, doing everything from designing window displays to dismantling appliances for parts and on-selling scrap.

Others check puzzles for missing pieces, research the value of collector items, sort marbles and felt tip pens, and check electrical appliances, working alongside pick up and drop off services.

Bruce is a former maintenance

man and truck driver while John has had plenty of careers in the marine industry. Both are proud of their volunteer roles and staunch supporters of the store.

General Manager Bronwyn Demmocks says volunteers are vital.

“Everything we sell back to the public gets sorted by volunteer hands”, she says.

“John and Bruce are amazing –

they’ll take apart anything we put in front of them for recycling or scrap, do all of the electrical testing as well as being our smiling collection and delivery guys you’ll see out and about in the ute”.

“All of our volunteers have different reasons to be here, and they see the work they do out in the community through our grants which makes us all feel good”.

Bruce Scott and John Andrews are happy to lend a hand helping out at the Blue Door. Photo: William Woodworth.

The lack of light and steep terrain made for challenging search conditions. Photo: Supplied.

Business figurehead humble about King’s birthday honour

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

One of New Zealand’s most influential businessmen sits in the Marlborough sun, doing the crossword while patting the happy terrier at his feet.

Renwick’s Peter Taylor joins the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2023 Special Honours for services to business.

But the humble award winner wasn’t informed for three weeks after an email from the Prime Minister’s office went to his spam folder.

“It was a bit of a stuff up finding out about the award”, he says “They rang me up three weeks later to let me know. Nobody else knows though – it’s going to be a great surprise for the kids”.

Peter’s career spans the globe with business and advisory roles, before settling back in New Zealand.

Peter worked up the accounting ranks in the UK and Zambia before he, wife Trish and young children moved back to New Zealand. Peter became a partner at Ernst & Young (EY) and building the Darden Business School Executive Leadership Programme in New Zealand, before a 10-year career as Commerce Commissioner. However, Peter not only took,

but created opportunities, he explains.

After spending 1993 at the Darden Business School at the University of Virginia, he befriended teaching staff and discussed what became the EY Executive Leadership Programme with Darden in Taupō, upskilling 1,400 New Zealand

executive leaders over the next 29 years.

“I loved my time at Darden, made great connections and set my mind to planning and execut ing a world-class executive edu cation for Kiwi businesspeople”, he says.

“In those days Kiwis travelled for expensive executive management

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just for women but we were open to anyone, and plenty jumped at the opportunity”.

Peter was also prevalent in probono work alongside Ngati Porou, the Ngāti Awa Rauputu claim, and other iwi.

“I’m glad to have worked with Ngati Porou head Dr Api Mahuika who was an amazing man, we got on really well”, reminisces Peter.

After retiring from EY in 2000, Peter and Trish decided to move to Trish’s home region on Marlborough.

However, Peter’s appointment as New Zealand’s Commerce Commissioner saw him splitting his time between Wellington, their Renwick home and their orchard.

“We moved here in 2000 - I spent the next 10 years as commissioner hopping the Cook Strait, but we really enjoy being Marlburians and have seen

Peter Taylor has been recognised with a New Zealand Order of Merit.

Photo: William Woodworth.

Boatie bylaws set for revamp

sented the proposed bylaw at a full council meeting earlier this month.

Channel.

Navigation safety rules for boaties in Marlborough could change for the first time in more than a decade as a review gets underway. The council is looking at its Navigation Safety Bylaw, with lifejackets and jet ski use expected to be hot topics.

The bylaw was reviewed in 2017, but was not completed because of the ferry terminal redevelopment and delays due to Covid-19.

Harbourmaster Jake Oliver pre-

Jake said the proposed changes included correcting information related to the “work channel” for the Picton harbour radio, adding water ski access lanes not currently in the bylaw, updating fees and charges on certain activities. But Jake says he expected more changes would be needed following consultation – particularly around things such as lifejacket and jet ski use, commercial shipping and ferries using Tory

Speaking after the meeting, he said these were “bigger topics” for the public.

“The last few years have seen harbourmasters, or councils nationally, bring in greater regulations around wearing lifejackets,” he says.

Under the Maritime Transport Act, regional councils could make bylaws to regulate and control activities and prevent nuisances. This included controlling anchorages, placement and maintenance of moorings and specifying re-

quirements for the carrying and using of lifejackets on boats. Under the current proposal, set to go out for public consultation on June 15, the harbourmaster was looking to add a new charge for vessels over 500 gross tonnage. A public submission period on the bylaw was expected to take place from June 15 to October 1. A subcommittee made up of three councillors would hear them and make recommendations to the council if necessary.

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Jake Oliver expects more changes will be needed on the bylaw following public consultation.

Picton author to mark Mansfield anniversary

Their journeys began more than a century apart, but Picton author

Julie Kennedy feels a connection with one of New Zealand’s bestknown writers - Katherine Mansfield.

The pair share connections with Wellington’s Days Bay, Picton and the Marlborough Sounds.

And in honour of the 100th anniversary of Mansfield’s death, Julie is set to be a guest author at the Marlborough Book Festival in July.

and reprinted in 2016, delves into Mansfield’s connection with Picton and the Marlborough Sounds. Between 1889 and 1908, starting at just six months’ old, Mansfield’s visits to the region were frequent.

Julie’s interest in Katherine Mansfield began when she was living in Days Bay, across the road from the home where Katherine spent many holidays.

After moving to Picton herself in 1990, Julie read the book As High as the Hills, The Centennial History of Picton, which piqued her with Marlborough.  “It said something about Kath erine Mansfield spending holi

days here, more or less, and that she had relatives in Picton, and I didn’t know that,” she says. She began reading The Letters of Katherine Mansfield, finding many references to places in the Marlborough Sounds, including Kenepuru, Pelorus and Picton.

“[It was just] little things that I

it began in 2014; this is her first time speaking at the event. she’ll discuss her book Katherine Mansfield in Picton, with Jane Forrest Waghorn.

Her session at the Marlborough Book Festival, which runs from July 21 to 23, is a special session to mark the anniversary of Katherine’s death, and a chance

Marlborough harbourmaster

Photo: Supplied.

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Julie Kennedy is a guest author at the Marlborough Book Festi val in July. Photo: Supplied.

A dream come true for Richmond View School

PAULA HULBURT

It was a dream that began 40 years ago, a vision to expand a Marlborough School to include senior students.

On Friday, Richmond View School community officially opened the new senior classroom extension, marking the fruition of years of hope.

It was a special moment for all those who gathered to watch Year 13 student Eden Amos cut the ribbons and declare the new build open.

“It’s a real privilege,” she says. “We are so lucky to have this and be the first Year 13s to use it.” Welcoming the students, caregivers, and teachers to the opening, acting principal Julian Adamson said it was a “special day” for the school.

Walking into the newest addition for the first time, pupils at the faith-based school got a chance to see the final result for themselves.

Built by the team at Glenroy Housing in Blenheim, the spacious and flexible learning space

is the first purpose-built space for senior students.

Board of Trustees Chair Mike Ponder was once a student him-

self, starting at Richmond View School as a five-year-old. He says today’s opening is all about the students, those at the

Car fire investigation

A car fire which broke out in the early hours of Friday morning is being investigated by police.

Emergency services were called out to a fire in Blenheim after a parked car caught fire.

Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade members were called to a Litchfield Street address shortly after 7am on Friday.

Neighbours awoke to the sound of sirens and a smoke-filled street but the haze quickly cleared as firefighters put the blaze out.

A police spokesperson says police were notified of the car fire and attended the scene.

“…an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.”

school now, and others set to follow in their footsteps.

“It’s very exciting. As chairman, I guess I am reminded what

the whole point is and that’s to have the best education we can for our students in a caring environment.

“They are at the heart of all we do. “It’s an engaging environment based on mutual respect and, hand on heart, I can honestly say that our teachers really care for the well-being of the students.

Blessing the new space and the school community, Pastor Tom Hatch said it was wonderful to see the reality of such a long-held goal.

‘What we’ve achieved here with this classroom is a vision that God gave to the leadership 40 years ago.”

Representing the Glenroy building team, Craig Cowie and Phil Vile said it was a pleasure to see how excited the children were about the new building.

“We’d like to thank all the Glenroy team and all the builders who were involved,” says Craig.

The new classroom was in use for the first time on Tuesday as students returned to school after the long weekend.

Acting principal Julian Adamson, assistant principal Malanie van der Vyver, Year 13 student Eden Amos, Pastor Tom Hatch and Board of Trustees Chair Mike Ponder officially open the new classroom.

Photo: Paula Hulburt.

Photos: Matt Brown.

Students ready to jam again

WILLIAM WOODWORTH

Smooth sounds from students will return to Marlborough this August 9-12 as the Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival gets set to return. This one-of-a-kind event provides a unique opportunity for young performers to compete, perform and learn from well-respected musicians. Music fans can look forward to nights out around Marlborough to experience top quality jazz, organisers say.

“We are so fortunate that both our council and KBB Music sees the

“It’s a unique event, and students thrive on its opportunity to perform in public venues, compete and mix with their peers as well as benefiting from such a huge learning opportunity from our well-respected judges.

“We know from past experience how our community loves to get out and support the schools’ performances and our local venues benefit in the quieter winter month of August.”

Southern Jam will also see the 21 bands from 13 South Island schools perform to crowds at cafes, pubs and restaurants, before the finale Gala Concert.

of the competition and the onenight-only All-Stars Band who perform alongside our prestigious judges, including the famed jazz musician Rodger Fox”.

“This band is comprised of the top achieving students who rehearse together with the judges to bring a unique experience for both the students and the audiDirector of Performance Music at Marlborough Boys’ College

(MBC) Robin Randall helped set up the very first festival. He says he is excited to see the event return after a few years on hiatus.

“In the late 90’s we put together a combined colleges band for the Tauranga Jazz Festival Youth Nationals and Christine Brown, who was one of the parent chaperones, said to me ‘why can’t we have something like this in Marlborough?’ so it all started from

there”, says Robin.

Robin is entering two of his MBC bands in this year’s competition.

“We’ll have a funky 10-piece band, plus our jazz duo entered in this year’s competition, he says.

With back-to-back musical competitions and productions in July and August and Southern Jam topping it all off, Robin says he can’t wait for Marlborough to come alive with the sound of music.

“It’s the time of year our musicians live for.”

To keep up to date with all the jazz, like the Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival Facebook page or Pure Events Marlborough page. Visit www.asbtheatre.com for tickets, with a limited time ticket discount until 24th June.

Social media changes

If you follow us on social media you may notice that we’ve changed the name of our accounts from today.

Our Facebook page and Twitter account has been called TSM Marlborough, because we’ve put content from our Marlborough Weekly newspaper, our digital news from the Marlborough App and stories from the Marlborough Magazine on there. But it’s been a bit confusing so from today we’ve changed it up.

The page will now be branded Marlborough App, which is our digital news brand. All stories from the Marlborough Weekly appear on the Marlborough App, along with breaking news

from our region. The Marlborough App is now in fact the largest local news site with more than 30,000 people using the app or visiting the website each month.

As of today, our social media presence will line up with this.

In another change, Marlborough Magazine now has its own stand-alone social media pages on Instagram and Facebook.

We encourage you to give both pages a like or follow and keep up with our latest news and information on social media.

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Singing in 2021 Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival Gala Concert. Photo: Supplied.

Courtney’s love of cars

Knowing the basics of car maintenance is something Courtney Nicholson sees as essential to daily life and personal safety. In between her studies training to be a social worker, Courtney is a helping hand and smiling face at Supercheap Auto Blenheim. She understands first-hand the benefits of knowing about vehicle upkeep - despite maintaining she is still a novice.

“There’s been a lot of learning on the go at Supercheap Auto – my parents taught me the basics but I’m constantly learning from staff, customers and my partner who is a complete car nut. The staff discount doesn’t hurt either!”

“The importance and benefits of basic vehicle knowledge is huge. Easy lessons like topping up oil and coolant and changing your wipers ensures your car runs better for longer and saves plenty of money in the long run”.

After moving back to Blenheim in 2018, Courtney wanted a job where people skills were a daily occurrence and has found the Marlborough car community to

be inviting, helpful and plenty of fun.

“The study and job translate to each other a lot more than you’d expect – having chats with people that are passionate about their topic of choice really helps build people skills and allows you to relate to them on something they love which social work is all about”.

“I love the conversations I get to have with people about their vehicles. The Blenheim car commu-

nity is incredibly genuine, nice and always willing to help”. Working with a wide variety of vehicles, expert mechanics and helping with the issues people come to her with, Courtney is consistently growing her knowledge and confidence.

“One of my former managers is a car wizard and took the time to teach me the ropes around the diagnostic tool and next level work like changing batteries, and I’m incredibly grateful for that”.

“My job got me into cars full time but as a kid I’d watch V8 Supercars with dad and hold the flashlight as he worked on his 70’s Falcon.

“The knowledge I’ve gained has created a great hobby for me and my partner to enjoy together, and I’ve become a call out mechanic for friends and family because they’re not afraid to ask me dumb questions”.

“I’ll keep tinkering away on cars in my spare time despite being

a relative novice, but in my mihimihi cars are generally my first hobby that I mention.”

Courtney gets to assist drivers on some of the nicest vehicles Marlborough has to offer, but has a standout favourite.

“We always get Skyline’s and Cefiro’s but their drivers generally know what they’re doing, but a standout I’ve helped with is an old school baby blue Corolla –it was just stunning and so well looked after”.

Having seen everything over the last few years at in her role, Courtney has a few tips are relevant to all motorists.

“Be aware of your fluid levels before long trips, get it checked if you’re concerned and if you’re unsure be willing to ask even if it is just videos on Google. It’s all about ensuring the car you’re driving is safe, but having the backing of AA or an emergency assistance scheme is incredibly worthwhile.

“The local car community all help each other grow and learn - seeing that social side of the community as part of work daily is fantastic to see.”

Courtney Nicholson loves helping Marlburians with their vehicles, from basic maintenance to finding specific parts for project cars. Photo: WIlliam Woodworth.

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STREET YOUR WEEKLY TALK

CHATS TO LOCALS AND ASKS...

With the General Election five months away, have you given any thought as to who you’ll be voting for?

Community comments

I’m not knowledgeable enough yet. I recently moved here from Washington DC because of how crazy American politics is getting, I will be interested in looking more into New Zealand elections. Hopefully it will be more civil, reasonable and sensible though.

I’ll probably be looking at voting for a smaller party this year, it seems like the big two can’t stop bickering and aren’t taking care of what is actually important for Kiwis. They at least seem to be bringing some new ideas to the table.

Can I say as a past road transport signal engineer, whilst there is nothing wrong with dual, triple or even quadruple signage, as seen in many Asian countries, the major country’s language should take precedence over any minor language, either within that country or an overseas one. To not do so will cause unnecessary confusion and can lead to accidents.

For instance, the Maori name for school is Kura, yet by putting it first, on the sign, suggests the name of the school ahead is Kura! It must also be remembered that NZ has around 4m overseas visitors a year, the majority of which will be English language speakers, whilst for the others, Eng-

MUSEUM FUNDING

Heritage Education must be retained here. Sign on Museum says “Inspiring Generations”, MDC will have to get a new sign. Ministry of Education needs a geography lesson if it thinks my children are going to Nelson to learn Marlborough history! Our children have all benefited from the local classes, packed with local content, mostly taught at the actual site and taught with passion.

Maree Squire

lish will be their second language, so it is easy to see how putting Māori first will cause confusion. We already fail to use international road signage, such as a solid yellow stop line instead of a white one, and a solid white line for give way instead of a white dotted one. Let’s not add more confusion. It must also be remembered, that by Māori’s own reckoning, less than 100,000 people converse daily in Te Reo.

Chris Davies

Past traffic signal engineer  27 Admiralty Place, Waikawa 7220 0210 488 582

How awesome. Another few thousand tons of carbon created by a small elite group of people from all over the globe.

Gary Wills

WRITING SCOOPS NATIONAL AWARD

Well-deserved Paula Hulburt - always love reading your articles

Angela Bourke

Not really, it hasn’t become interesting or engaging yet. I try but at the moment it’s just confusing words about stuff I don’t know about, I will keep reading up as we get closer.

I haven’t really seen anything because I am keeping off social media and the internet at the moment, but I’ll look into who I want to vote for more closely in the lead up and come to a conclusion from that.

GODZONE TO BE HOSTED IN MARLBOROUGH FOR THE FIRST TIME

Drop them off at Durville Island and let them rip! Awesome news for Marlborough.

Richie Walter

Congratulations Paula, great to see your good work recognised!

Sonia O’Regan

Congratulations Paula! I enjoy reading your articles from Cromwell.

Jac Lockington

Out & About

The Woody Pig and Deer Hunt 2023

1. Luke Neal and Kiarn Collins

2. Vicky Markham, Steve Hannah, Carolyn Coles, Sandy Hart, Gwen and Dave Reynish, Bess and Greg Colquhoun

3. David and Hugo Foote

4. Ollie Taylor, Duncan Higgins, Tom Newman and Ryan Holdaway

5. Layken Norris, Matt Cuttance, Ben Norris, Sean and Ivy Boyce

6. John Mack and Joe Ioramo

7. Robyne and Stephen Morrison

8. Chris and Hudson Anstiss

FUTURE OF WORK CONFERENCE

Inspiring the workforce of tomorrow

AMY RUSS

The upcoming ‘Future of Work’ conference showcases what the workplace of tomorrow looks like for local young people. Inspiring them to become part of the region’s future, the hugely successful event gives young people the opportunity to discover a purposeful pathway into their future and support students whether they are headed to university, into trades, or still exploring their options.

Offering a range of future-focused fields to explore, the workshops are designed to bring young people together, open their minds to new ideas and new experiences for their potential careers, and set them up well to make good decisions.

First showcased in 2019, the event is a brainchild collaboration between the Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough and the Marlborough District Council. Unique to the region, the con-

ference begins with a day of inspiring speakers for Year 11-13 college students before opening its doors to their families for an evening in the fully Interactive Workstation Zone between 5pm and 7pm.

To be held at the ASB Theatre and

Marlborough Events Centre on June 14, the day’s Future of Work speakers include a guest line-up of some of the country’s brightest champions for youth.

Mental health advocate, awardwinning film director and bestselling author, Jazz Thornton has

dedicated her life to speaking hope and creating change in the area of mental health through her organisation Voices of Hope. Following her own battle with mental illness, her unique experience and practical message has gained worldwide recognition,

being shared through media, international speaking engagements and through a feature documentary film, ‘The Girl on The Bridge’.

Jazz will be the keynote speaker for the day, as well as hosting workshops at the event alongside the founder and managing director of The Attention Seeker, Stanley Henry.

Stanley leads the team at a highly successful Creative Agency specialising in personal branding. Born and raised in South Auckland, Stanley had dreams to make it out of the cycle he and his four brothers had been born into. Unfortunately, he found himself living up to the stereotypes, dropping out of uni and running away to Australia. After 12 years of uncertainty, upheaval, and growth, Stanley returned to Aotearoa and set up his own multi-million-dollar business.

Lucy Blakiston, Riki Welsh and Te Wehi Wright will be inspiring students during the day with

The Future of Work Conference 2023 is an opportunity for students and their whānau to learn about future employment, learning and experience opportunities that can fuel their careers. Photos: Supplied.

their animated anecdotes, moving speeches and fresh perspectives on life.

Lucy is the CEO of a Gen Z media company called Sh*t You Should Care About. A former Marlburian, Lucy is a writer, community manager, podcaster, TikToker, tweeter and Instagrammer whose company has a social following of over 3.6 million people.

Riki is the Chair of the Pacific Youth Leadership and Transformation Council (PYLAT). Sa-

FUTURE OF WORK CONFERENCE MARLBOROUGH

14 TH JUNE 2023

Meet Our Inspiring Speakers

moan-Niuean born and raised in Christchurch, Riki comes from a very humble background.

As Director of Māori, Pacific, and Rainbow students he’s worked hard to create one of the biggest outreach programmes for Pasifika students - to show them university is a place for them.

In 2010 he became the first chair of PYLAT, and in 2017 Riki project-managed the New Zealand Pacific Youth Parliament simulation.

Te Wehi is a Senior Consultant for support agency Te Amokura. He is a first-language speaker of te reo Māori who has a double degree in law and arts - majoring in te reo Māori, Māori studies and Resource Management. For the last two years he has been working for Te Amokura, supporting the government and organisations, he has represented New Zealand in touch rugby, Waka Ama, league, and rugby. He also works as an advisor to the

Hurricanes - and composed the Hurricanes men’s and women’s haka. The whānau session evening event will be open to all families of Year 7-13 students and is a one-stop-shop for an array of career opportunities. Showcasing over 80 businesses across more than 40 industries, the evening includes a huge range of Interactive Workstations with multiple representatives located at each station.

Find your career path

Graeme Dingle Foundation Marlborough General Manager Kelvin Watt says it gives students a chance to discover a meaningful pathway into their future.

“Research tells us that whānau are incredibly important in students’ decision-making process about careers, so having families there to hear the information ‘first-hand’ is critical.

“Everyone wants their children to find happiness and success in life and one major factor which

Lucy Blakiston.

Stanley Henry.

Jazz Thornton.

Riki Welsh. Te Wehi Wright.

influences happiness and success is career choice.

“We want to help empower families to set their children up for

FUTURE OF WORK CONFERENCE MARLBOROUGH

dustry workstation at the upcoming conference.

Executive General Manager, Andrew Stanley explains, “As an industry it is great to be able to connect with so many young people at Future of Work.

“It is a prime opportunity to show the enormous range of opportunities that exist in our industry –and region.

“And in previous years, Future of Work has led local companies directly to employing a student for a long-term career path here in Marlborough. It’s fantastic.”

Marlborough District Council’s Community Partnerships Advisor, Jodie Griffiths has been involved since the first Future of Work back in 2019.

such a difference to them in terms of their thinking, their confidence, and their ideas about their personal career pathway”.

“Future of Work is bridging the disconnect between young people and industry, and supporting rangatahi to see themselves in the workplaces of the future. That’s powerful stuff!” she says.

From the outset Marlborough

District Council identified the enormous value in the event for local youth and committed $10,000 funding per year to support its delivery.

Thanks to this support, Future of Work is able to be made free to all students - with additional funding support from the Rātā Foundation, Lotteries Community Fund, and OneFortyOne.

Parents, Caregivers and members of the community, please join us at the Future of Work - Whānau Session

Help us to create engagement and inspire our youth as they venture onto their road to success

great opportunities that are suited to them.”

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She says she has seen for herself what a fantastic opportunity it is for young people and their families.

“The students report it makes

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Wednesday 14 June, 5–7pm at Marlborough Events Centre

Students will have the opportunity to talk to businesses from around the Marlborough region about what they do in their industry.

FUTURE OF WORK CONFERENCE MARLBOROUGH

Thanks to our local businesses supporting our youth, here’s a taste of what they have to offer

At Cresswell Electrical - as part of SWE Group –they are engaged in a wide range of cutting-edge projects, and they’re excited to be inspiring young people about all the career pathways in the industry. Cresswell Electrical provides automation, monitoring, and management across a huge range of industry applications.

Whether it be in electrical supply, control gear for pumping, machinery in industrial / municipal applications, remote management devices for security, automation, or safety systems on SCADA platforms… if it involves power - they’re behind it. Proactive about developing people new to the industry through supportive apprenticeship opportunities, apprentices get to learn all the traditional electrical skills - as well as be involved in large-scale industrial projects looking after the wine industry and processing facilities across Marlborough. Recognising the importance of ongoing development of the team, Cresswell Electrical invest heavily in developing staff in new technologies and areas that’ll help protect the “We are delighted to support the Future of Work. We’ll be onsite with some fun tech for you to get your hands on.

Come and talk to us about the exciting opportunities in the trades and the future of work!”

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Volunteer Marlborough is committed to promoting volunteerism and assisting people to find opportunities to become involved as volunteers.

Empowering and connecting people and organisations by providing training and support, Volunteer Marlborough will be attending the ‘Future of Work’ conference and inspiring young people from one of the fully interactive workstation zones.

Volunteer Marlborough General Manager Meg Martin has been involved with the organisation for 11 years, and says, “Volunteering really underpins the services of many of our local organisations, a good number of which would never be able to keep running if it weren’t for their volunteers.

The stories we hear from individuals about how volunteering has changed their lives, allowed them to meet new friends and even find that pathway to employment are inspiring.

From charity shops to hospitals, environmental groups conservation and nature reserves, emergency services, student and youth collaboratives, education, support services and animal welfare - the list of volunteer organisations is endless and provides a platform for youth to learn lifelong skills that they may otherwise not have a chance to gain.

Career opportunities within a family-owned business

A locally owned family business, PAK’nSAVE Blenheim is so much more than ‘just a supermarket’. Strong supporters of the Future of Work initiative the team will be represented by HR Manager, Krystal Cohen, at one of the many workstations at the June 14 conference. “We are not just a store, we are a regional family business, which means we get to know each and every staff member. We strive to create a work culture worth coming to work for and promote a great working environment. An event like this is fantastic for Marlborough, for students to get engaged with companies from around the region to see what’s on offer, and what opportunities there are for when they leave school.”

The workstation will be showcasing PAK’nSAVE bakers and butchers and include the opportunity for students to decorate cupcakes. “Also, our butchers will have a meat pattie machine. This will show students exactly how they are made in-store. On the day our team will be able to talk students through the opportunities we can offer with apprenticeships to become qualified bakers and butchers and also have conversations about other careers within the store. We are highly dedicated to our staff and the opportunities are truly endless.”

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Powering Marlborough into the future Community organisations are fuelled by volunteers

KEEPING YOU MOVING

Promoting safe driving on our roads, Driving Instructor Mel Peters has launched her business, Beep Beep Driving Education to support people to become the safest drivers they can be.

Mel says her background in education sets her up perfectly for her new role. “I have a huge passion for lifelong learning! My background is in ECE and primary teaching, however I also spent time working as a driver testing officer. I wanted a bit more flex-

dual-control braking Mel can help people to grow their skillset before sitting a practical driving test. “I work with a wide range of people, from beginners driving for the very first time through to experienced drivers needing to sit various tests including the on-road safety test and those who need to convert their overseas license. I am friendly, relaxed, understand anxiety and have developed skills and tools that I can share confidently with my students. People say they feel at ease with me when they are learning. I build up a rapport and we talk about how to

ibility to be around for my family, and the business enables that.”

Becoming NZTA approved in April, business has been going extremely well for Mel. “Heather Richards, an experienced local driving instructor, has been mentoring and supporting me with opening my business. The role has certainly been quite interesting so far. As well as teaching people to drive, I am working alongside businesses and organisations to provide assessments on their drivers. When someone is driving a vehicle as part of their role, whether paid or voluntary, it is considered their workplace. While we are doing the assessment it gives me the opportunity to provide feedback, encouragement and advice that promotes safe driving practices.”

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manage stress as well as developing practical driving skills. To be safe drivers we need to be able to manage all of this.”

While whanau do a great job teaching youth how to drive it is always a good idea to have an instructor to add to what has been taught and invest in professional lessons. “I am a firm believer that just passing a test isn’t enough. It has to be much more than that. It is important to do all that we can to keep ourselves, our families and others safe while on the road. I think sometimes it is easy to forget how heavy and powerful vehicles can be. It can be taken for granted and there are potential risks with that.”

To ensure you set off in the righ direction on your driving journey, visit www.beepbeep.com

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are confident and educated drivers on our roads.

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REDWOODTOWN & surrounds

An outdoor explorer’s paradise

South of Blenheim’s central business district lies Redwoodtown and Witherlea, an area rich with not only boutique accommodations, eateries, shopping and thriving local businesses but also a wide range of parks, trails and heritage sites.

Harling Park is a six-hectare reserve named after former Blenheim mayor S. P. Harling, has a Japanese themed garden that was built as part of a sister-city project that represents the relationship between Blenheim and Tendo and Otari in Japan. Opened in 2005, the park features a water-

boards. It even boasts an area of sealed cycle track where kids can practise riding on a ‘road’ and obeying traffic rules while in a safe environment.

Towards the West lies Kartsport Marlborough, one of the fastest growing Kart clubs in the country. A fun and safe way to spend a few hours, the club welcomes visitors and newbies, both young and old. Every day is ‘practice day’ and the club even has a bar/ cafe to unwind in after a day’s racing.

ple stroll through rolling meadows. The Wither Hill Farm Park is one of the jewels in regions crown providing an exceptional range of activity options across its 1,100ha of working farm. There are trails for every level of fitness, starting with the Rifle Range Trail through to the traverse of Mt Vernon. The recognisable backdrop of Marlborough consists of golden hills, panoramic plains, ridgelines and the ever-epic snow top of Mount Tapuae-o-Uenuku.

fall, landscaped Japanese garden, pagoda and a pond for locals to enjoy.

Oliver Park provides a diverse range of activities with a flying fox as its main attraction. Its range of sports fields ensures ample room to kick a ball around on or fly a kite, and the play equipment will keep younger ones occupied while the older kids can practice on their bikes, scooters or skate-

The home of Marlborough’s agricultural and pastoral shows, the A&P showgrounds caters to the regions sporting needs and plays host to the renowned Marlborough Farmers Market every Sunday morning. Take the opportunity to chat with friendly stall holders about how their products are created, discover delicious recipes and browse the huge range of the freshest seasonal fruit, vegetables, produce, and artisan creations that Marlborough has to offer all while supporting its local businesses.

Get to know the region by exploring the extensive walking tracks, golden trails and native bush walks. Open one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, ventures can be as challenging or as relaxed as you choose, they can include a picnic with a premium wine from one of the surrounding cellar doors, mountain biking excursions, dog walking or a sim-

The Wither Hills Farm Park is enjoyed by thousands of locals and visitors each year with over 60 kms of walking tracks and mountain bike trails on offer. Easy trails run around the base of the Park with intermediate and more advanced trails on the steeper slopes. There are a range of different access points to choose from

and the Rotary Lookout track is definitely one for the list of experiences on offer. First developed by Blenheim South Rotary in the early 1970’s the shelter provides excellent views of Blenheim and the Wairau Plains.

The Taylor Dam cycle track has

been voted one of the best cycleways in the country and when done in a loop consists of 22km of stunning evolving scenery from the towns CBD to its Dam Reserve. The Taylor River has long been a key part of the town’s identity and provides plenty of spots to sit and take in the views. An idyllic ride, it takes you through to Taylor Dam which has become a sanctuary for native wildlife. Built in 1965, the Dam is also the starting point for an epic drive through Taylor Pass Road and across to Bridge Gully and into the Awatere Valley. However you choose to explore the region make sure the suburbs of Redwoodtown and Witherlea are on your list of things to see and do as lying amongst the stunning landscape is whole world to explore for people of all ages!

Marlborough Farmers Market.

Wither Hills Farms Park. Photos: Supplied.

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Inspired Quins mark reunion in style

four touchdowns and first five Dalton McWhinnie-McKinney who was dangerous throughout.

Wairau 14, Waimea Old Boys 9. Mako trial

The ‘Black Cloud’ returned to Lansdowne Park on Saturday afternoon, albeit temporarily.

To mark the reunion of the famous Opawa club, which merged with Old Boys and Redwood clubs in 1994 to form Harlequins, the current Quins’ division two side donned specially-designed jerseys in Opawa colours for the occasion.

In front of a cohort of former Opawa players, they took on Awatere and came out on top of a hard-fought encounter with a 3813 victory.

Harlequins/Opawa led 19-8 at the halftime break, their pacy outside backs leading the way, spearheaded by centre Bill Cagialau with

Awatere’s best work was done up front, utilising one-off runners to good effect.

In the day’s other division two match, Waitohi beat Central 3421 at Endeavour Park, while Renwick won by default over Pelorus. Division two points: Renwick 25, Waitohi 25, Central 21, Harlequins 15, Pelorus 3, Awatere 2. Meanwhile, in the women’s Tasman Trophy competition, the Wairau Wahine side picked up their first win of the season, downing Waimea Old Boys 26-22 in Nelson on Friday. In the early game at Trafalgar Park, Marist edged out Kahurangi 29-24.

Women’s Tasman Trophy points: Marist 36, Kahurangi 29,

The main game at Lansdowne Park on Saturday was a Mako trial match. In a quality encounter, the Blue side, consisting of Nelson-based players, beat the Red team, predominantly Marlborough-based players. 38-17. The match gave some players on the fringe of NPC selection a chance to strut their stuff in front of the Tasman selectors. Co-head coach Gray Cornelius said he was happy with what he saw.

“In the first half especially there was some good structured play ... the last 20 minutes got a wee bit frantic with a few injuries and changes.

“The boys were pretty gassed but that was the whole point. It was

a step up from club rugby and I think it may have opened a few guys’ eyes to the fitness levels required. But it was just good to see how some players reacted to that next level up.

“It was particularly good to see some guys from clubs that may have been struggling so far get a decent shot ... to show their wares with good players around them.” He said a few individuals had caught the eye, including Blue team loosie Seta Baker, Nic and Tim Sauira on the wings and Red team hooker Monu Moli.

“It was also good to see that some of the contracted players on our radar were able to come on and show that they are on track,” added Gray.

The Mako have two pre-season games, against Manawatu at

Hanmer a week later. The NPC squad is expected to be named in mid-July.

The Harlequins and Awatere players gather together with attendees at the Opawa club reunion in front of the Lansdowne Hub following Saturday’s match. Photos: Peter Jones.

Matt Hair to lead NZ team

PETER JONES

Marlborough tennis coach

Matt Hair has been named as captain of the New Zealand team to contest the 2023 Billie Jean King Cup campaign. The annual event, formerly known as the Fed Cup, takes place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from July 24-29.

The Billie Jean King Cup is the premier women’s international team tennis competition.

The captain’s role is in a non-playing capacity, similar to that of a head coach in other sports.

Matt, now based in Marlborough, brings more than 20

years of high-level coaching experience in Europe to the role, including eight years working as a coach for the Austrian Tennis Federation.

He currently coaches world number 61 Julia Grabher, who is competing this week in the French Open at Roland Garros.

“It’s a huge honour to be named as captain for the New Zealand team,” said Matt.

“We have a talented group of players, with a mix of youth and experience and I’m confident we can get the job done in Malaysia and earn our spot back in Group 1.”

Tennis NZ CEO Julie Paterson endorsed Matt’s appoint-

ment, saying, “To be able to call on a Kiwi coach of Matt’s experience from both the WTA Tour and from his work within Europe is a huge asset for tennis in New Zealand.”

New Zealand will compete in Asia/Oceania Group 2 and will be hopeful of wining one of the two promotion spots which are up for grabs, as they did in 2020 when the Group 2 tie was held in Wellington.

Incumbent captain Marina Erakovic was unavailable for the role this year but remains involved as part of the player selection panel. The five players competing in the event will be announced next week.

Godzone coming to Marlborough next year

New Zealand’s iconic GODZONE adventure race will be hosted in Marlborough for the first time in 2024.

Marlborough District Council has successfully bid for hosting rights to Chapter 12 of One NZ GODZONE, with event director Warren Bates saying Marlborough is a thrilling new South Island location for competitors.

“Marlborough offers more than just incredible sunshine hours with all the ingredients for a visually stunning GODZONE chapter. We are eager to visit this region of New Zealand for the first time and expect teams to be similarly pumped.”

Marlborough Mayor Nadine Taylor says its an honour to be hosting the prestigious outdoor event that brings plenty of regional economic and promotional benefits. The adventure race is set to start on 29 February and run until 8 March 2024.

Blenheim karter well on track in Europe

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Blenheim karter Arthur

Broughan enjoyed plenty of speed, but not much luck, when he began his European campaign in the Czech Republic recently. Competing in the FIA Kart Academy Trophy series, Arthur set the fastest lap time but wound up eighth overall after the first round in Trinec, which will be followed by two further meets - in Rodby, Denmark and Cremona, Italy.

The FIA Karting Academy Trophy was created in 2010, inviting young drivers between 12 and 14 from all over the globe, giving them an opportunity to pursue their career in karting or in motorsport.

Each country enters a karter for the three events, with identical

chassis, engines and tyres provided, with drivers drawing lots for their equipment, and engines exchanged regularly during the event. There is also limited mechanical support, one mechanic provided for each, and limited chassis adjustment.

Since 2010 several Academy karters have risen through to the highest levels of motorsport

including F1 drivers Charles Leclerc, George Russell and Esteban Ocon.

In Trinec, Arthur was sixth in the warm-up, and won the first heat off pole on the first race day. Winners must swap their engine with a back of the field driver, but the young Kiwi was not allowed to start the replacement engine prior to going on to the grid for his next race.

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Alas the engine would not start, and by the time they push-started, he was only able to join the rear of the grid.

“To be fair there was a fair bit of red mist for me at that stage and over the next 10 laps I managed to drive from 22nd place to seventh. That’s a drive I will remember for a long time,” Arthur said. He also picked up a front bumper penalty to push him back to 12th.

The final race day began with a brilliant warm-up when the young Kiwi was fastest in 54.46s, and then qualified second in his group, with the fastest lap in the field of 54.605.

In the final he dropped to 12th, but worked his way up to fifth before a collision saw him dropping to 15th.

Arthur drove superbly from that point to finish seventh, although he did pick up a further 5sec penalty to slip back to 11th. He is relatively happy with his opening efforts. “I did the fastest lap in the final so grabbed some extra points there too,” said Arthur.

“After a rough but very cool weekend I am eighth in the FIA Academy series points. “Interestingly, I passed over 40 karts this weekend so that bit is sorted. I just need to sort the starts.”

On the local scene, the annual Top of the South Sunbelts event was staged at the Blenheim kart park on Saturday, with 102 competitors in attendance. On Sunday the action moved to Nelson for the final day’s racing.

If you have experience assessing people’s skill levels, attention to detail, excellent computer literacy and good knowledge of the Kaikōura electorate, we want to hear from you! This is a full time, four-month fixed term role, starting in July.

For further information, please email your contact details to kaikoura@vote.nz and the Electorate Manager will be in touch. For more information, visit work.elections.nz.

Marlborough tennis coach Matt Hair. Photo: Peter Jones.

Arthur Broughan in action in the Czech Republic. Photo: Supplied.

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Rangers knock out Nelson rivals

Rangers AFC moved smoothly into the second round of the 2023 Prices Charity Cup knockout competition with a 5-2 victory over Nelson FC at A&P Park on Saturday.

Nelson FC, the Nelson division one league leaders came to Blenheim with an unbeaten record, which included a feisty 2-1 win over Rangers in a midweek fixture last month.

However, the tables were well and truly turned this time, the home side making the most of the chances that came their way while combining desperate de-

fence with skilful midfield work. Leading the way in that area was the tireless Bjorn Waechter, whose composure on the ball and choice of pass set up a lot of what was good about Rangers’ effort.

Striker Alex Duley also had a day to remember, slotting a hat-trick. His first came after 15 minutes, Tore Waechter winning the ball in midfield and setting up Duley to convert from 16 yards.

A quarter of an hour later the scores were level, Nelson finding the back of the net from a free kick set piece.

Left winger Jack Morris was next on the scoreboard, converting after a clever one-two with Bjorn

Waechter to give the home side a 2-1 advantage into the break. Multiple chances were created at both ends of the park when the teams returned but it was Rangers who struck first, the energetic Guy Nolan cleverly forcing the ball in following a Duley corner to give the home side an ‘insurance goal’.

Soon after they were reduced to 10 men when Boyd Elvy picked up his second yellow card for a reckless tackle, Nelson taking advantage of the numerical advantage to narrow the margin with 10 minutes to play.

Five minutes later, the local team’s management and supporters

Rangers AFC striker Alex Duley notched a hat-trick on Saturday.

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were able to breathe a little easier when Duley bagged his second, latching onto a long clearance from Tore Waechter and finishing clinically.

He was at it again just minutes later, slotting the ball into the bottom left corner to complete a personal hat-trick and put the exclamation mark on a satisfying performance from Rangers, who enjoyed getting early revenge on the only side to have beaten them this season.

Callum McDonald and Jordy Columbus stood out in defence, along with keeper Luc Sherwood, while Kane Elvy made an immediate impact as a second half sub. Youngsters Fynn Hawes and Rico Chen also showed that they are comfortable at this level. There was no other football played over the long weekend.

Nelson College prove too good in First XV clash

The Marlborough Boys’ College

First XV were outclassed by a well-drilled Nelson College side in their annual interschool rugby clash on Thursday afternoon. Playing on the recently-upgraded Nelson College front field, the home side were too strong in most facets of the game, prevailing 33-7 in a match which doubled as a Miles Toyota premiership encounter.

Nelson led 19-0 at the break, two of their three tries coming on the back of unstoppable driving lineout mauls, one travelling around 40m.

They put the game to bed early in the second spell, adding two more tries within minutes of each other, close-range efforts after periods of intense pressure. Both

were converted to push Nelson out to a 33-0 lead, allowing them to empty their benches.

MBC followed suit and enjoyed their best period of the match, establishing and maintaining field position, from which they scored a late consolation try to first five Hugh Robinson, which he converted to make the final score more palatable for the Falcons and their travelling supporters. Nelson’s win maintains their unbeaten record and keeps them on top of the premiership standings. Leading the way for the victors was flanker Dane Leppien, fellow loosie Saumaki Saumaki, tighhead prop Sione Mafi, halfback Oliver Gibbons, first five Harrison Inch and winger Callum Robertson.

MBC, while well beaten on the scoreboard, left the field with

heads high after battling until the final whistle and owning the final period of play.

of their rivals, who regularly made ground at both scrum and lineout time.

Loosies Jack Burdon, Ben Gibbons and Rico Nicklin got through a power of work for MBC, while locks Luke Martella and Toby McLay Davis gave their all.

Outside backs Tim Petrie, Leo Marfell and Carter Aitken impressed when able to get their hands on the smattering of clean ball that came their way.

MBC coach Tonga Taumoefolau said he was happy with his side’s defensive efforts.

“They got into our 22 four times in the first half and built multiple phases but our guys stood up well. They scored two tries through

break prompted us to make some changes.

“We changed our whole front row so they could have a taste of our traditional fixture and they did well. I was really happy with the impact of all seven bench players who came on.

“The last 20 minutes were satisfying … the boys never gave up, showing that real Falcons’ attitude of fighting to the end.

“But hats off to a well-structured Nelson side, they were outstanding today, especially on defence.” MBC have the weekend off then travel south to play St Thomas of Canterbury on June 10.

Scores: Nelson College 33 (Dane Leppien, Teina Thompson, Callum Robertson, Sione Mafi, Oli-

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MBC winger Tim Petrie makes ground during the annual First XV fixture. Photo: Peter Jones.

The new Firearms Registry is coming

Register your firearms and help make New Zealand safer.

New Zealand will have a firearms registry from 24 June 2023. If you’re a firearms licence holder, you’ll be required to provide information about your firearms or arms items from this date.

The Registry will help us make New Zealand safer. It will give licence holders more confidence when buying or selling firearms, as the Registry will let you know if you’re

dealing with a current licence holder and if the firearm has been reported stolen.

The Registry is one of the ways we’re strengthening how we manage firearms in New Zealand. With responsible firearms licence holders doing the right thing and filling in the Registry, it will help keep track of legally owned firearms and help prevent their transfer to those who use them for criminal purposes.

You have 5 years until 24 June 2028 to register your firearms. However there are some circumstances where you are required to provide information for the Registry in a shorter time frame. These are referred to in the Arms Amendment Regulations as ‘activating circumstances’. It’s up to you to keep your information up to date. You can find information on these timeframes at: firearmssafetyauthority.govt.nz/registry

Examples of activating circumstances

Importing, exporting or manufacturing a firearm or ammunition

What needs to be registered

Non-prohibited firearms including Specially Dangerous Airguns (PCPs)

Restricted weapons

Pistols

Registry goes live on 24 June 2023

You can register your firearms or arms items on our website at any time. Just click on MyFirearms, the private and secure portal that houses the Registry. Otherwise our Registry and Services team will be available by phone to help during business hours.

Scan QRcode for more information

If you’re subject to any compliance or enforcement action under the Arms Act

There will be no charge for registering your firearms.

Details needed to register your firearms

• Type (rifle, shotgun etc)

• Make

• Model

Prohibited firearms and magazines

Major parts Pistol carbine conversion kits

• Action

• Calibre/gauge

• If it has a non-detachable magazine (and, if so, its capacity)

• Identifying marking (serial number)

• A photograph of the firearm (if requested)

Top netball teams sort themselves out

against Tokomaru.

Three teams have distanced themselves from the pack after just two weeks of competitive premier netball.

Three blow-out scores marked Tuesday’s action at Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000, leaving Harlequins Indevin, Pelorus Edridge Contracting and Pelorus Gill Construction sitting together atop the points table with two victories apiece. Harlequins downed Tokomaru 67-30, Pelorus Edridge beat Harlequins Fairweathers 69-38 while Pelorus Gill took care of Marlborough Girls’ College 55-37 in the evening’s closest encounter. Pelorus took control of the night’s early game in the first quarter, establishing a five-goal advantage on the back of 11 goals from 11 attempts from goal attack

Toko sent 11 players on to court during the 60 minutes in a bid to try different combinations and slow Quins’ progress, both with varying success.

Quins stuck with a combination that has been working well in recent games, Mackenzie Baird and Wendy Trolove in the defensive circle, Kelsee Powell, Bridget Gane and Sophie Robinson in mid court with Kayla Collins and the prolific Fiaai’i Solomona at the attacking end. Again, they dominated possession through defensive pressure, putting up 78 shots to their rivals’ 49.

Quins welcomed back last year’s skipper Wiri Bristowe, who had a stint at keeper.

Toko also re-introduced a key player, Hana Wilson making a brief appearance in the centre’s bib. They also got good value out of Shannon McManaway and middie Tiaana Rolls but, like MGC, have a battle on their hands to become competitive with the big three.

The night’s other clash also ended with a lop-sided scoreline, although it began as an even contest.

Harlequins Fairweathers may be searching for their first win of the season but began well, holding Pelorus to 18-13 at the first break.

Unfortunately, they could not maintain that momentum, losing the second stanza 18-4 as their opponents, led by their ever-reliable shooter Paige Lovell, who put up 71 shots, upped the ante. With Laura Evans and Brittney Lyons pulling the strings in midcourt, and goal attack Megan Cosgrove creating space around the circle edge, Pelorus scored readily, despite energetic defence from the versatile Emily Smith.

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Kate Gaudin, who ended the match having landed 35 of her 36 shots.

By halftime the students trailed by 15, despite some inspired defensive work from Poppy Lane, who was willing to throw herself around the court, and keeper Brooke Harper. Paige O’Brien was another to catch the eye, along with centre Liz Pousima.

However, the Pelorus goals kept coming, the consistent Liv Pinkerton combining smoothly with Gaudin.

The final quarter was drawn 11-11, as the college side’s fitness kicked in, but the final margin showed the students that they have some way to go if they are to tip over the top three sides.

The seasoned Pelorus quartet of Cara Gallop, Karli Murphy, Anna Thomas and Katie Bradley ruled in midcourt, while Amber Russell and Bonnie Morris were solid in defence.

Harlequins Indevin maintained their unbeaten run and high-scoring momentum, turning in four dominant quarters

Harlequins’ shooter Jorja Bacchus continues to find her range at this level and will be a big asset as the season goes on, along with the lively Aston Underwood.

Scores:

Harlequins Indevin 67 (Fiaali’i Solomona 54/62, Kayla Collins 13/16) Tokomaru

Crafar Crouch 30 (Naomi Fowler 17/24, Tamara Acott 3/7, Gemma Hika 10/18).

Quarter scores (winning team first): 208, 15-7, 15-11, 17-4.

Pelorus Edridge Contracting 69 (Paige Lovell 60/71, Megan Cosgrove 9/12)

Harlequins Fairweathers 38 (Jorja Bacchus 26/31, Sophie Ridley-Scott 8/13, Aston Underwood 4/8). Quarter scores: 18-13, 18-4, 15-12, 18-9.

Pelorus Gill Construction 55 (Liv Pinkerton 13/18, Cara Gallop 4/8, Kate Gaudin 35/36, Karli Murphy 3/6) Marlborough

Girls’ College 37 (Emily Flynn 8/14, Anel Moli 9/20, Hazel Glover 20/28). Quarter

scores: 14-9, 16-6, 14-11, 11-11.

Points: Harlequins Indevin 6, Pelorus Edridge Contraction 6, Pelorus Gill Construction 6, Tokomaru 0, MGC 0, Harlequins Fairweathers 0.

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Pelorus Gill Construction player Karli Murphy lines up a long pass.

Photo: Peter Jones.

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WITHERLEA INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Mon 7pm Redwoodtown Community Hall. All welcome, no age limits. Only gear needed is soft sole shoes. Ph Moira 027 4808272/ Heather 0273106675.

RUMMY-0 CLUB Mon 12.30-4pm Bowls club rooms, Weld St. Ph Joy 577 6191/Mary 5788747

BLENHEIM BEGINNER LINE DANCE CLASSES Mon

2-3pm/ Mon 6-7pm. First lesson free, $6 per lesson after that. Senior Citizen’s Hall, 172 High St. Ph Judith 5787554 / 0212341095

BLENHEIM SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Mon 7.30pm Whitney St School Hall. No partners needed. Beginners welcome. Ph Heather 02102587325.

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.

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

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.

TUESDAY

RIVERSDALE COMMUNITY HOUSE - AGM 2023 Tues

13th June. 7pm Guest Speaker, Senior Constable Russell Smith on ‘Scam Awareness’. Supper provided. Any questions ph. 03-5780469 or 0223007342.

SAYGO (Steady As You Go) Gentle exercise & balance class for Seniors. Every Tues 11.30am-12.30pm. St Christopher’s Church Hall, 92 Weld St, Blenheim. Cost $2. Stay for a cuppa & chat after. For more info ph Donna Wahrlich, Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333 email donna@ stchristopers.co.nz

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

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

BLENHEIM AIR TRAINING CORP Tues 6.30-9pm RNZAF 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

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-12pm. 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. St Christopher’s Church Hall, 92 Weld St, Blenheim. Cost $2. Stay for a cuppa & chat after. For more info ph Donna Wahrlich, Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333. Email donna@stchristopers. 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. 10am-1pm. St Christopher’s Church Hall. 92 Weld St, Blenheim. Interesting speakers, entertainment, jokes, & chat. Morning tea & light lunch provided. Cost $5. For more info, ph Donna Wahrlich - Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333. 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 (Except 4th Thurs in each month). St Christopher’s Church Hall, 92 Weld St, Blenheim. Stay for a cuppa & chat after. Cost $2. For more info ph Donna Wahrlich, Eldercare Coordinator 0273852333. Email 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 Blenheim Library every 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month. 10am-12noon. 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

MARLBOROUGH STAMP COLLECTORS CLUB 34 Arthur Baker Place. Doors open 1.30, Meeting at 2pm. Sun 18th June. First Day Cover Days sort out, led by Don Williams. 1 page Comp History. Ph Louise 0211573496.

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 GROVETOWN 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 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, flow-

ers, 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. 24th June (every 4th Sat of the month). John’s Kitchen, 2 Redwood St. Donations accepted.

BLUE DUCK NUDE MIDWINTER SWIM Welcome to the annual, legendary, family friendly, nude plunge into Lake Rotoiti at the East Jetty by the campground at Kerr Bay at 12 noon, Sun 18th June. You don’t have to be nude. Bring food to share after. Ph 0277108229 or riverflat@gmail.com

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

PRECAST CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Precast Systems Limited are a long-standing familyowned Precast Concrete business, specialising in Commercial and Industrial construction. Delivering high-quality projects to our clients across Marlborough, these include Large-format Retail, Libraries, Supermarkets, Wineries, and high-end residential. The company is supported by a range of other construction-focused businesses within Blenheim under the same family ownership umbrella. Due to an internal promotion within the Group and a very strong forward order book we are now on the lookout for a Full Time Precast Construction Manager to join our team and run this company.

About the role

Reporting to the Group General Manager, the Precast Construction Manager will manage the plant, have complete responsibility for the team of 9, and be responsible for a delivery and execution of all production and projects.

The Person

We are after a down-to-earth empowering person who can lead and continue to foster the team environment. Someone who has great attention to detail and takes pride in the products they will be producing Ideally you will possess several years of relevant experience in the construction / precasting industry, a strong Business Management or Project Management background, and the ability to manage multiple projects at any one time within our precast yard.

To Apply

Check the full advert on www.seek.co.nz. Should you be interested in learning more, viewing a job description and having a confidential discussion please contact Glenn Pocock via email; info@precastsystems.co.nz or call 02 92488592.

Applications Close Friday 16th June 2023

We have a number of exciting new opportunities for support staff to join our new administrative team. Please contact us on vacancy@mgc.school.nz for an application pack and further information on the roles below.

Receptionist & School Administrator

Permanent - 40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

We are looking for an experienced administrator to provide a warm welcome to Marlborough Girls’ College and support with general administrative duties and school events. This position will suit a highly organised people person with manaakitanga at the heart of their practice.

School Administrator

Permanent – 40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

We are looking for an experienced administrator with strengths in database management. This role will be using a number of school databases to provide quality and timely data to a range of staff and senior leaders. They will also contribute to general administration across the school, including event administration.

Resource Assistant

Permanent – 20 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

This position will suit an organised person with experience in using databases and managing a wide range of school resources across the school. They will also provide additional support in production of printed materials.

International Administrator & Homestay Coordinator

Permanent – 20 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

The International and Homestay Coordinator will provide administrative support to our International Director. This position will suit a people person and involves coordinating and organising homestays for international students. They will require strong communication and networking skills along with an understanding of application of policy regarding international students.

All successful candidates will uphold our school values of Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga and Whanaungatanga and demonstrate a genuine commitment to our kaupapa and Te Tiriti ō Waitangi.

Key skills include:

• Excellent interpersonal skills • Ability to adapt to a range of situations and solve problems • Able to identify and implement school administration improvements that raise performance • Excellent IT skills ideally with experience in databases

This is an exciting opportunity to join our kura and help make a difference for our students and their whānau, as we work towards our colocation with Marlborough Boys’ College.

All applications should be emailed direct to vacancy@mgc.school.nz and must include a CV, cover letter and the completed application form. Applications close 9 am, Friday 9 June.

WINERY SERVICES TECHNICIAN

We are looking for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and support the team with the smooth running of our Winery Services.

Read more about the role and how to apply at the following link https://yealandswinegroup. qjumpersjobs.co/jobs/details/Winery_ Services_Technician-1075133

Are you seeking a fresh and rewarding opportunity with a new and expanding Automotive company? Look no further!

We are seeking expressions of interest for these positions:

Qualified Mechanic • Apprentice Mechanic • Service Advisor

We are an innovative startup in the automotive industry, poised to revolutionize the way vehicles are serviced and maintained. We operate out of two sites:

• Auto super shoppe Blenheim - 57 Houldsworth street

• Auto super shoppe Grove Road - 40 Grove road

Join our dynamic team and be part of our exciting journey to redefine excellence in automotive care. We are part of a nationwide network with plenty of opportunity for growth and development. The growth of the company has seen us become the new service centre for Honda NZ for Blenheim. Contact us today to find out more or for a confidential chat. Admin@autossblenheim.co.nz │ Grant: 03 578 4630

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