Turning the table on predators in Motueka are 104 students from seven of our local schools. The new environmental/technology project was launched last Tuesday by Parkland School’s MoTEC-Motueka Technology Education Centre.
“We are keen for our students to be actively involved in creating a predator-free New Zealand and for their technology learning to be an authentic environmental action,” says MoTEC’s Megan Wilson.
Year 7 & 8 students from Mahana and Upper Moutere Schools were in Thorps Bush to lay their pre-made traps.
“I’m excited to see what we’ll catch in the traps,” says Mahana’s Imogen Bishop. “It’s important to keep native birds alive, which is what we’re doing with the traps –helping to stop these animals from killing native birds.”
An aspect of the learning activities is to investigate the technology of trapping, in particular the boxes. Students have been
making the boxes and now their focus will turn to setting and monitoring the three traplines they’re setting up around Motueka. As well as Thorps Bush, traps will be set on the walkway between the golf course and Staples St, and also around the inlet walkway.
“Our intention is for
this to be an ongoing project with MoTEC students monitoring the traps and continuing to build boxes for use at their school, their own backyards or for the wider Motueka community,” says Megan.
The group has learned they’re most likely to trap Norway rats in their Thorps
Bush boxes, Megan says this is due to the proximity to town and the rats love of drains, of which are plentiful at the bush’s rear.
Students plan to periodically check traps and ask the public to please not interfere with the boxes and if they spot any problems to phone the number printed on the
side.
So far 12 local businesses and organisations have contributed toward the project and more are welcome. If you’re able to sponsor a trap or donate toward box materials please contact Garret Young or Megan Wilson at Parkland School’s MoTEC department.
One million people have taken the opportunity to apply online for their Student, Work and Visitor Visas – a milestone achievement, says Immigration Minister Iain Lees-Galloway. Thanks to Immigration ONLINE,
over 85 per cent of all visa types can be made digitally, with most coming from China and India.
“Immigration ONLINE is about making the visa application process as efficient as possible for people looking to
study, work or holiday here,” says Iain. “New Zealand is also welcoming more and more Chinese tourists with the number of five year multiple entry visas exceeding 150,000 – an increase of 13% in 2018.
“78 percent of peo-
ple able to apply online are choosing to do so, with one million people across more than 890,000 applications applying online since the service became available.
“The service, available in Chinese as well as English, gives
Immigration New Zealand more flexibility to respond to applicant’s needs and expectations. This is an example of using technology to deliver better services to ensure ease of travel for people coming to New Zealand.”
The 2019 Living Wood Fair will take place this weekend 13 and 14 April in Golden Bay’s East Takaka, following the success of last year’s debut.
The event starts at 9am on Saturday and finishes at 5.30pm on Sunday.
Organisers say it’s guaranteed to be an amazing weekend of fun for people of all ages, as well as a place to learn new skills and establish connections with others. Set in the stunning location of Totara
Whenua, the event includes demonstrations, workshops, presentations, displays, kids’ activities, music, a lively market, food stalls and a natural building area which will provide an abundant sharing of creativity and knowledge.
Christchurch-based Rekindle are returning this year to promote the skills and knowledge involved in creating what we need from what we have.
Rekindle focus on transforming undervalued local resources through care and craft.
A Workshop Zone will host indoor and outdoor creative workshops, while inspiring and informative presentations and panel discussions will be taking place in the Te Uru Rakau Korero Zone.
The fair strengthens community by connecting individuals and stakeholder organisations with shared interests who may not otherwise meet. It provides a space for
people to discuss their concerns, their environmental and social challenges and generate solutions together.
Organisers Graeme and Liv Scott say last year’s debut was a great success.
“It attracted 750 happy punters, some travelling from as far as Dunedin and Rotorua to attend, demonstrate or teach their trade. It was a fun, fantastic, educational, inspiring, community-building, solutions-based hui. We can’t wait to see what this year will bring,” says Liz.
Living Wood Fair has a dynamic marketplace with stalls that offer delicious food, beautiful wood-related products and information, like the Centre for Fine Woodworking, Kiwi Conservation Club and Sustainable Living Centre.
There is plenty to do for children, they can connect with the wildling within at the Bushcraft Area where they learn basic adventure skills, participate in the story telling zone or try out some acrobatic activities. Local musicians and DJ’s will grace the live stage.
The fair is grateful for support from Te Uru Rakau (Forestry New Zealand), Tasman District Council special grants, Nelson Building Society and Golden Bay Community Fund as well as many other local organisations that value what the event brings to the community and the region.
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Motueka Live Poets are preparing to welcome Keith Levy, The Roaming Rhymster, at their next meeting on Wednesday, 17 April at Armadillo’s Café on High St at 7pm.
Keith has led a life both rich in creative enterprise and full of adventure. He tells stories in rhyme to adults and accompanies himself with guitar. Keith is a poet, storyteller and social commentator, he tells philosophical, provocative, entertaining, inspirational, challenging and amusing stories.
Based in New Zealand’s Northland area, he’s lived in his wonderful, internationally known Bedford Housebus ‘The Flying Tortoise” for many years.
All are welcome to attend or participate for a gold coin entry. Here are some excerpts from a couple of reviews that will give you a glimpse into what can be expected from this consummate performer next week.
‘Keith’s stories are both relevant and important because
they are about the lived life. He is the astute observer of life around him and of his own life. If anybody can – he has the ability to put these observations to words and rhyme.
And in addition to that, move people’s hearts and get them listening to and engaged in, his sto-
ries. Stories of what hurts, what is unfair, what is incomprehensible, what is funny.
When Keith’s art is at its best, it is showing a wondering or a pain more than the didactic or preachy tone.
When he is showing the wonder, the reflection or the pain, he is really naked in front of his audience.
And he touches their hearts directly. And that is the profound art of this Storyteller and Social Commentator.’
~ Hanne Maja Christiansen
‘In ancient times, Poets, Minstrels, and Storytellers wandered from town to town and castle to castle to bring news from afar.
They spoke of comedy and tragedy, love and loss, hope and desire. Through music, poetry and performance, they opened minds to underlying human truths.
Today, Storyteller and Social Commentator Keith Levy fills their shoes.
~ Richard Margesson
Local Motueka High School teacher and wellknown personality Bashan King will be facilitating a community discussion called ‘Islam and Islamophobia’ at 7pm on Thursday, 11 April at the Motueka High School library.
Bashan has been motivated to organise the event by the unofficial war between Islam and the West that has been unfolding since 9/11, as well as by the Christchurch mosque shootings and the interest and debate that has followed. He’s also aware of how difficult it is for curious individuals to access unbiased information about Islam online.
Topics to be covered on the evening include the compatibility between Islam and New Zealand society, the Crusaders’ possible name change and ways of looking at this, as well as possibilities for addressing fear and hatred between those holding different viewpoints.
“It’s about asking how do we deal with the melting pot of the modern world, how do we deal with different viewpoints in our public sphere without isolating groups and creating a rumbling underbelly of resentment?”
The format of the evening will include a simple
introduction to Islam and its relationship with the Western world.
Participants will then get the opportunity to discuss key topics together before bringing the fruits of these to an open forum.
Bashan would like to stress this is an opendoor event for people of all ages and walks of life who hold all kinds of different viewpoints. He would like to see people bringing along their questions and honest opinions, as well as having an open ear to the opinions of others.
“Often I think people can make other people into enemies but that just leads to conflict. As a society we don’t like conflict or deal with it very well. Everyone’s opinion has a reason behind it and frequently they’re quite good reasons. But often we can only see things from our own point-of-view.”
Bashan comes well-qualified to facilitate this kind of discussion. He has a lifelong interest in cross-cultural understanding and religious traditions around the world.
He was also head tutor for the Department of World Religions at Victoria University for a time. Tea and coffee will be available.
Motueka Community Patrollers Euan Grant and John Bradley beat the feet in a new initiative for the group. Patrolling the CBD, based on intel from their Police Liason Officer (PLO) they are trialling a patrol from 3pm-5pm. The patrollers say as they are connecting with shop owners and the general public it is proving to be a worthwhile public relations exercise as well as helping the community to feel safe.
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In April, national plumbing merchant Mico will open its doors in Motueka marking the start of a new era in plumbing.
“We’re excited to be bringing New Zealand’s largest plumbing network to Motueka and better serving our customers in the region,” says Nigel Harvey, Regional Manager at Mico. “We’ve had Motueka in our sights for some time now and have been working hard to find the right location from which to serve our loyal local customers.”
“We’ll be working hard to grow Mico’s business and credibility in Motueka – to attract new business opportunities and bring an offering to the town which currently isn’t available,” he says.
Mico are taking over the premises at 14 King Edward Street, currently home to Hay’s Plumbing who are moving out of the plumbing and bathroom supplies business.
“Hay’s will be shifting into a new gear in 2019, putting full focus back onto what we are best at – plumbing, gasfitting and drainage – and adding new services such as bathroom design to our offer,” says Byron Inglis, Manager at Hay’s Plumbing.
Hay’s will continue to operate next door at 12 King Edward Street and Mico will continue to support them as a valued customer.
The site at 14 King Edward Street will be completely reconfigured with a new showroom featuring Mico’s extensive bathroom, heating and laundry range, a fully stocked trade area and yard for their pipeline offering.
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He’s an ordained minister, holds a Master’s degree, author of several books, a sought-after speaker and now Pastor Bruce Mumm is residing in Motueka with his wife Kay.
After two years without a pastor, Motueka’s Victory Church Assembly of God, convinced Bruce and Kay to take up a two-year position.
Though the couple say little convincing was necessary and they leapt at the opportunity.
“I wanted to pastor again. New Zealand’s a beautiful country. The people are helpful, very friendly and very welcoming,” says Bruce.
The couple has been in ministry all their lives, serving as foreign missionaries in Thailand for 20 years and Australia for 15 years.
Over the previous ten years they’ve been filling interim posts which has taken them around the world with stints in the Virgin Islands, Germany, United Kingdom, Iceland and the Faro Islands.
They’re also the driving force behind TV ministry and created 30-minute programmes that screen in Australia, America,
Online safety organisation Netsafe says that Kiwis reported losing more to online scams and fraud in 2018 than any other year in its 20-year history, with losses tripling from 2017.
New Zealanders reported 13,000 instances of online scams and fraud and $33M in losses to online safety organisation Netsafe in 2018.
Netsafe’s latest report reveals that scam and fraud reports and losses have drastically increased from 2017, when 8,100 reports were made totalling $10.1M in losses.
ing to deceive New Zealanders and we know that existing interventions are having a limited effect. This is an issue that isn’t going away. More needs to be done or we will continue to see large numbers of New Zealanders suffering financial and psychological harm” says Martin.
Netsafe expects that the reports they receive represent a fraction of actual losses, with many reporters getting lost in a fractured support network, confused about where to report, feeling embarrassed about being tricked, or disillusioned about the point of reporting.
feeling frustrated and embarrassed, or having lost confidence in using digital technology to make payments or connect with others.
January to March 2018 was the period with the largest reported financial losses totalling $12.5M, with losses settling to around $6-7 million in subsequent quarters of 2018.
The average loss increased from $10,771 in 2017 to $21,140 in 2018. The smallest loss reported was $1 and the largest loss was $5M.
Northern Europe, Israel and India. The programmes, “Influence Living” focus on various people with an intra-cultural theme that sees them telling how Jesus Christ has influenced their lives. While based in Thailand they similarly launched a programme there too, for Thais by Thais, with Kay and Bruce promoting it.
“It’s the best way to get into non-interested, non-Christian people’s homes. It’s a means of outreach,”
says Bruce. While here Bruce will conduct Sunday morning church services in the Chanel Arts Centre from 10am and hold twice-weekly connect groups where the focus is on bible study and friendship. He says everybody is welcome and they’re both looking forward to meeting those in our community.
“I would like to be able to help these people, be able to walk alongside and be a friend and influence
people to follow after the Lord,” says Bruce. As an ex-serviceman in the US Army, Bruce has joined our local RSA and says, “It’s a privilege to be able to join the RSA, they have such a nice outstanding program here.”
On Good Friday, a special short service will be hosted by Bruce from 7pm at the Chanel Arts Centre and together with Kay they’re encouraging one and all to go along.
Netsafe CEO Martin Cocker says that the staggering number of reports and extra $22.9M in financial losses in 2018 show that online scams continue to be a pervasive issue for New Zealand, and that the country needs to rethink the way resources are coordinated to protect Kiwis.
“We’re now seeing waves of successful scams hitting the country, with the fake sextortion scam being the most recent. We know the lengths that scammers are tak-
“At the moment, there is no official ‘one-stop-shop’ that the public can report scams to and rely on for the advice they need. There is no co-ordinated national effort to disrupt scams locally. New Zealand needs a national response centre to provide real-time scam trend analysis, information sharing, nationwide alert systems and dedicated support,” says Martin. Financial losses are not the only impact that victims are experiencing.
Many scam and fraud victims report
The most common scam reported to Netsafe in 2018 was the fake tech support scam, where scammers make contact about a fake issue with a computer and offer to fix it.
The newest scam trend in 2018 was the fake sextortion scam, falsely claiming that video footage of people watching pornography would be released unless a ransom is paid. Invoice scams, investment fraud and romance scams were among the scams that resulted in the biggest losses for Kiwis.
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This two-storey residential home, close to town, offers spacious kitchen, living and dining areas with an attached conservatory, and three generous double bedrooms upstairs. A log fire and double-glazing ensures you will be warm and cosy in the cooler months. An internal double garage features a laundry and workshop area plus there is off-street parking alongside the house. Set upon a secure, private 668m2 section is a home awaiting a new family.
These students fully participated in the Science Wananga held at Onetahua Marae, provided by Otago University. The kaupapa combined learning about the science, ecology and biodiversity of Golden Bay with the desire of Maori to care for, nurture and protect the special attributes of the natural environment. The marae setting also gave these students an opportunity to put Tikanga Maori into practice, make friendships and connect with mentors from Otago University.
Front: Sequoia Gill, Nicole Gray, Sydney Fisher.
Back: Jorja Franklin, Nataalya Wheki-Thompson, Madison Wheki, Jacob Guthrie.
Wednesday 10 April, 3.30-4.45pm
Teen Book group
Talk new books, movies
Meet Author Katherine Ballantyne
Wednesday 17 April, 10.30-11am
Hear “The Rascally hedgehog”
A delightful story with a road safety message
Books available for sale $20
Drop in Techy Time
Thursday April 18, 2-4pm
Suitable for children 7+
Arty April – Be an Artist
Tuesday 16 April, 10-11.30am, all ages, pre-schoolers welcome
Thursday 18 April, 10-11am, for 4-9 year olds
Tuesday 23 April, 10-11.30, all ages, pre-schoolers welcome
For children 4-9 years old
Awesome Autumn Reads at Motueka Library
1-30 April
Be tempted by our Lucky Dip reads. Discover new authors and stories.
BookCafe at Motueka Library
Monday 15 April, 11am-12.30
Discuss and debate thought provoking topics.
Theme: Bookish Things, books from your childhood, favourite books, can a book change the world?
Refreshments provided, Koha appreciated.
Autumn Booksale
15-30 April
Beefair has officially been voted by the people to have the ‘Best Local Kai’ in Motueka. The award is an accolade to the exceptional gastronomic delights available to local epicureans. Congratulations Beefair. The competition Try Our Kai was run in conjunction with Kai Fest and generously sponsored by Our Town Motueka. Locals were asked to vote for their favourite place for kai and Beefair came out on top.
When presented with the award Jos smiled and said, “I want to thank our customers, Our Town Motueka and Kai Fest, it’s pretty special to receive this award.”
Established in 2016, Beefair is the brainchild of experienced butcher and caterer extraordinaire Jos Canton.
The popular butchery is a place to discover the most magnificent cuts of meat along with many other tasty morsels including sausages and speciality cuts. Their lunch cabinet is packed full of mouthwatering temptations, the shelves lined with scrumptious condiments, fresh fruit and vegetables entice one’s tastebuds and free range eggs grace the counter.
Beefair is a family business, with deep community roots. Sean works ardently alongside his talented wife Jos. Nari, Jos’s daughter, also assists at the acclaimed family business.
Community is important to Jos, Beefair is part of the pay it forward movement bringing goodness to Motueka. They value the environment and are avid supporters of boomerang bags, in store Beefair prefers to use paper packaging over plastic.
Says Jos, “We are fortunate to be well supported in the community and we really appreciate the fact that people make an effort to stop by.”
Jos and Sean produce the most incredible food and the value for money they offer are outstanding. Keep an eye on their facebook page for regular specials and meal ideas. Their winter warmer meals are a fantastic idea for busy people and their roasts are deliciously scrumptious. If you are looking for catering, give them a call, their catering is outstanding and highly recommended by many locals.
Beefair is located in a historic art deco butchers building, in High Street opposite Countdown. Their winter hours are from 8 am – 5.30 pm. You can also find them online via their facebook page www.facebook.com/beefairfoods.
Kt’s Takeaways has now reopened bigger brighter and better than before after a fire which closed the business since mid October.
Firstly we would like to thank the fire and emergency services who rescued what was left of the building and all the support of the people who assisted in the rebuild it’s great to see what community support there is out there in Motueka.
Kt’s returns with all your favourite fish and chips and burgers with some new additions which we are sure you will love.
As well as our homemade pies, sausage rolls, quiche, sandwiches, filled rolls, hot chips, savoury scones, sausages, toasties we now have coffee to satisfy your morning tea and lunch fix as well as our traditional burgers, and fish and chips.
Being able to source our fresh fish from Talley’s twice a day ensures our customers are getting the freshest fish available with the popular rig, gurnard, flounder, blue cod being some of the favourites on the menu.
Our chips are fresh so they cook and taste great our main chips being delivered fresh from Nelson foods up to 4 times a week.
We have our own homemade bacon and mussel patties and traditional meat patties for something a bit different as well as your usual favourites and the popular Kt’s value pack which is great for families.
• L&P 1.5lt.
• 2 mini hotdogs
• 1 scoop chips.
We offer fresh battered products along with gluten free batter and traditional bread crumbs for something a little lighter.
There are 21 burgers to choose from with the new Mexicana burger which has a real kick to it. With its chilli & Mexican flavours.
Our King Edward burger which has a Angus meat pattie, home made aioli, caramelised onion, cheese, steak and salad this burger is truly legendary on King Edward street along with our other burgers and toasted sandwiches
• 1 King Edward burger
• 1 apricot chicken cream cheese burger
* Valid until 30th April 2019
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Network Tasman Limited and shareholder Network Tasman Trust is introducing an Associate Director Programme designed to offer emerging directors the opportunity to accelerate their boardroom experience for a period
of twelve months on the board of Network Tasman.
Network Tasman board chair John McCliskie says, “The aim of the programme is to enhance the capability of senior leaders embarking on a governance career and to increase the availability of talented people for appointment to boards within the Nelson/Tasman
region.”
“On behalf of the trustees and board of Network Tasman, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Robyn Wilson as the inaugural Associate Director of Network Tasman.”
In addition to Robyn’s current role as Senior Commercial Manager at the BNZ, Nelson, she is also a board member of the Nelson
Tasman Chamber of Commerce, Mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters and former board member of Nelson College for Girls.
In welcoming Robyn to the Network Tasman board as an Associate Director, John says, “the appointment will provide further support to emerging directors with ongoing mentoring and opportunities
for professional development and social networking within the governance environment.”
“Network Tasman is committed to supporting the future growth of the Nelson/Tasman region, and we need to create the next generation of leaders in order to do so.”
Heather SinclairWentworth is one of 20 students from across New Zealand that will take part in the Elaine P. Snowden Astronomy School’s five-day event for year-13 students that are interested in studying astronomy or physics at university.
“I’m really excited to be going. This is definitely a boost for my future degree and potential jobs,” says Heather.
For as long as she can remember, Heather has been captivated by the night-sky and spends many a night glued to her family’s 8-inch telescope.
It was while at a University of Canterbury open day as a year-11 student that Heather says “it just clicked” and now she has plans to attend the university and study for a degree in astronomy and physics.
“It was a bit of an eye-opener, I was like wow this is cool. This is what I want to do.”
Competition for attending the astronomy school based on academic results and motivation was “incredibly stiff” say representatives. “Our hope is that beyond the massive serving of brain food, the group has a chance to develop friendships with like-minded students.”
The students will spend two days observing the night sky from Mt John at the University of Canterbury’s observatory in Tekapo. They will also have the opportunity to experi-
ence the landscape in daylight hours with a presentation by DOC at Mt Cook and a guided tour of the Hooker Valley.
Once back on campus they will discuss the universe past, present and future, the life cycles of stars, planet exploration, extra-terrestrial life and more. The programme will contain a mix of seminars and practical work.
“It’s like my university course has come early and I’ve got a head start. It’ll be like the course but on a much smaller scale, which is going to be a nice introduction,” says Heather.
Interested in most things astronomical, Heather says she has a particular interest in anything unknown, and believes within a decade due to the advances of technology we’ll learn the answer to the age-old question of whether there’s other life out there.
“I don’t know what’s a scarier thought, if we’re alone or not. We’ll learn a lot from whatever we see.”
Because of her commitment and enthusiasm for astronomy Heather has also been selected as one of ten winners in the Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand, student with a passion for astronomy (SWAPA) competition.
This will have her attend the national conference in New Plymouth where she will also conduct a five-minute presentation.
“As exciting as it is, it’s also really nervewracking.”
An associate professor from England’s Durham University has heaped praise on the volunteer efforts of local Motueka folk for their preservation of information on our tobacco-growing past.
Andrew Russell spent from 27-29 March in our local area visiting past tobacco farmers and locations.
“I am fascinated by the history and current position of tobacco worldwide, and am keen to start collecting people’s tobacco stories, memories about the industry and what it was like during that time, and how things have been since the end of tobacco growing in your area,” says Andrew.
His study, ‘Giving up tobacco – heritage and alternative livelihoods in former tobacco growing communities in Australasia’ brought him to Motueka where, together with Motueka and Districts Historical Association’s Coralie Smith and Motueka District Museum’s Jen Calder, the trio visited four ex-growers of tobacco, all of whom used different approaches and skill sets says Andrew.
“What really struck me is just how inventive everybody is here,” says Andrew. “The skills, knowledge and ingenuity of people as they developed techniques for tobacco cultivation is impressive.”
Andrew’s interest in tobacco as a global substance began while teaching medical students and since then he’s been intrigued with the different ways it’s been used since its origins in Amazonia.
In 1883 the cigarette making machine was invented and transformed the market for tobacco by enabling it to be made “incredibly quickly and cheaply”.
He says he discovered by chance that Motueka had been a successful tobacco growing area and he was keen to delve into our successful transition out of the plant.
“I thought it’d be really interesting to come along. I’ve been very impressed in the
Motueka Museum with their preservation of history.
They are successfully remembering the past while respecting the present and the ambitious plans for Aotearoa/New Zealand to be tobacco free by 2025. I’ve been very impressed with the surroundings here and the hospitality I’ve received. The museum itself is well worth a visit.”
Andrew’s journey continues and he was heading to Victoria and Southern Queensland in Australia, where he’ll carry on his research.
“I’m just really interested in tobacco and people’s relationship with it. The people, the history and the plant.”
Recently, well known child psychologist Christina Fon delivered a free public workshop for people interested in supporting parents to manage children’s behaviour in positive ways.
Trauma is understood to be an event or series of events that are extreme and cause significant fear or distress.
When a young child experiences trauma it impacts on their brain development and their ability to cope with day to day stressors.
When supporting children who have experienced trauma, it is crucial to attend to their emotional needs and build a strong connection or relationship before attempting any behaviour management.
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Trauma is a big issue for many of our tamariki and it is important that people working with children understand the implications and outcomes of early trauma.
It’s also important those working with children learn how to effectively work with tamariki and their whanau to achieve the best outcome for the child.
The training workshop was well attended by professionals and interested family members from many different services and whilst it is difficult to give an overview of such a complex issue in 3 hours, it was very useful learning and attendees were given excellent links to resources for further information and more in-depth learning.
Hi all,
Luckily it has been a fairly uneventful week up until Friday when I am preparing this report. Still drink drivers though…very disappointing and foolish.
Our topic for April is ‘Addictions’
This free info session will cover drugs information, referral pathways and collaborative support services, impacts on individuals, families/ whanau and community.
Our 3 speakers represent three different organisations and their short presentations will provide an opportunity for questions, sharing information, resources and group discussion.
The session will be held at the Motueka Family Service Centre on the 11th of April, for more information or to book a seat please contact admin@safefamiliesmotueka.nz
I’m aware of sun-strike early in the morning causing some people to run over concrete bollards in a local supermarket several times in the last week. I wanted to draw to everyone’s attention just how easily it happens. The low sun reflects off the windscreen differently and makes viewing very difficult. Sun-strike regularly causes accidents and it is not good at all particularly if you are travelling at 100km/hr and come round a corner and can’t see for a few seconds.
Keep safe out there
S/Constable Grant Heney
Occurrences:
Roadside stall burgled Riwaka
28 yr old Motueka female drink driving. Limit 250 she blew 736, licence suspended. Court appearance.
19 yr old Motueka male apprehended for shoplifting. Item recovered. Caught using the town surveillance system.
9 x family harm incidents.
Beyond the Bridge Riwaka have reaped the benefits of a weekend from 29-31 March spent amongst likeminded volunteers from around New Zealand at the Trustpower National Community Awards.
Melissa Girvin and Debbie Bowdler represented the group, with Mayor Richard Kempthorne also on hand to support the team over the weekend. These representatives took their community project head to head with the country’s best and brightest volunteer groups and projects on a national stage, full of friendly competition.
“Debbie and I both feel extremely humbled to have been part of the whole weekend, Trustpower looked after us like ‘Kings and Queens’. Meeting the other community groups, listening to their amazing stories and just generally being part of the whole experience has been overwhelming. We cannot say thank-you enough to Trustpower
for an absolutely fantastic weekend,” says Melissa.
Beyond the Bridge Riwaka came out on top at the Trustpower Tasman District Community Awards last year, which earnt them their spot at the Trustpower National Community Awards.
Trustpower Community and Communications Advisor, Abbie Siely, says although the Tasman District group did not come away as award recipients, their passion and initiative was not lost on the audience.
“Beyond the Bridge stepped up when their community needed them most. Melissa and Debbie’s presentation really brought home the significance of what their support in the aftermath of exCyclone Gita meant to their community,” says Abbie.
Twenty-six groups from across New Zealand competed for the title of National Supreme Winner, in amongst a weekend of connection, collabora-
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tion and inspiration.
The award winners were announced on Saturday evening (30 March) at an Awards Dinner, held at Mills Reef Winery.
Matipo Community Development Charitable Trust, representing Whanganui District, was named Supreme Winner, and South Catlins Charitable Trust, a group representing Invercargill City and Southland District, was named RunnerUp. The Whetu Mataiata Award winner (the ‘rising star’ award for an up-andcoming group), went to Under the Stars from Tauranga, and the winner of the inaugural Trustpower Award was Uso Bike Ride from Porirua, representing the Wellington region.
In between a weekend of sight-seeing and networking, the Beyond the Bridge Riwaka volunteers gave an eight-minute presentation on what the group has achieved. The groups were judged on their presentations.
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KeilCampbell show off their gumboots at Parklands School on Friday, 5 April. The school’s students wore gumboots in support of Gumboot Friday, a Mike King ini-
tiative to provide free counselling to any kid in need.
The gumboots are in recognition of the tough road those with depression have and how it can feel like walking through mud. Slow. Tedious. Hard work.
Parklands School raised $222, equivalent of $1 for each of their students, to contribute to the cause and 100% of that goes to the kids in need.
Last year in New Zealand 137 young people died by suicide and it is estimated
another 3500 attempted to take their own lives. While Government agencies are doing their best some kids are stuck waiting up to six months to receive the counselling they so urgently need.
and children at
got into the spirit of their Wacky Hair day last Friday to raise money for St John Ambulance.
“They’re wonderful for us, obviously with kids they get used from time to time. They also come in and share their wisdom with us and show their equipment to the kids which
they really enjoy,” says support teacher Pip Fitzpatrick.
Providing Ambulance Services throughout New Zealand will always be a core activity for
St John, however they’re also playing an increasing role in meeting the broader health needs of New Zealand communities and at their core are volunteers.
If you want to succeed in changing your life, you will need three things:
Education - Know HOW to get in shape.
Inspiration - Know WHY you’re getting in shape. Support - Having others HELP you along the way.
There are many ways to shape up your fitness and plethora of options in Motueka to choose from. Onebodi Pilates
Pilates gives your body a balance of strength and flexibility. Your body needs both to keep young and moving.
Michelle & Nina specialize in the Pilates method and are qualified through two Pilate’s schools. They attend workshops within NZ and internationally bringing you first class teaching.
The studio offers private sessions using Classical Pilates equipment. 17 classes run each week offering a class to suit your level and body.
Joseph Pilates, the creator of the Pilates method, said “A man is as young as his spinal column. If your spine is stiff at 30 you are old. If it is flexible at 60 you are young”.
Pilates is movement for life.
Les Mills Group Fitness classes to music are an easy way to fall in love with fitness. The instructors are passionate, positive professionals who have a commitment to improving the health and happiness of everyone who attends classes.
The classes are constructed to the highest standard and constantly changing to provide workouts suitable for everyone. Whether it’s strength training, cardio fitness or balance and stretch
Les Mills Group Fitness Golden Bay offers new releases every 3 months to keep your fitness experience exciting and successful.
Tasman Gymnastics Club
Gymnastics is a fantastic sport for all ages to enjoy. Our pre-school classes are great for improving strength, flexibility and coordination before starting school. We work on balance, we teach children to roll, jump, climb and swing in a fun, safe environment.
Gymnastics helps to increase bone density, builds selfesteem and neural pathways, but more than that … it’s really good fun.
We have new tumbling classes at the Motueka Memorial Hall on Thursdays, which are for 6 years and over. During these sessions we work on walkovers, front and back handsprings, no-handed cartwheels, whips, flips and more. Come try out our 10-metre inflatable tumble track, see what tricks you can do. New enrolments welcome. Call, text, email or talk to us on Facebook to find out more.
Bryan Calder
I am qualified in Remedial Massage Therapy, Sports Injuries and Sports Massage. Along with that I also have a Higher Diploma in Sports Science and Diplomas in Nutrition as well as Electrotherapy.
I come from a background in sports, especially rugby although I enjoy all sports but I also diagnose and treat non-sporting Musculoskeletal injuries occurring from Stress, injury, poor posture and overuse.
Working from a purpose-built therapy room at home means treating clients outside work hours is no problem which I find is helpful for those busy with work or family commitments
The chiropractors at Sage Health use a holistic approach addressing the body from top-to-toe, to support optimal function for better health and performance, naturally.
They utilise two main techniques; Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a specialised, comprehensive, and gentle technique of Chiropractic for all ages. So named as it focuses on the relationship between the base of the spine (sacrum), skull (occiput), and the spine that connects them. The techniques utilised in SOT promote optimal innate healing mechanics for the spine, pelvis, cranium, organs, extremities, nervous system, brain and muscles.
The Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) is a movement based diagnostic system, designed to clinically assess movement patterns. The SFMS systematically breaks down movement of the body to find dysfunctional patterns of mobility or stability/ motor control problems.
Moutere Hills Community Fitness Centre offers a great environment to workout and improve your fitness. Open 7 days a week, from 4am - 11:30pm, with quality equipment to suit all needs.
To compliment your workout, we have a variety of classes on offer, free-of-charge, or only $5 per class for non-members. Need some support with your training? Our friendly, experienced personal trainers are here to help at extremely affordable prices.
Give us a call for more information on (03) 5432516 or visit us online www.mouterehills.org.nz.
Flow Dance
Flow Dance is an energetic, fluid and uncomplicated dance fitness catering for all abilities. Created by Ngaire Piggott to bring fun, joy and success to fitness within her home town.
Classes are an excellent way to get fit, gain strength and balance in a judgement free zone, as well as making great friendships in and out of the class.
Ngaire has choreographed her classes to suit all levels and uses a wide variety of musical genres ranging from Salsa, Hip-Hop, Swing and more. She loves to inspire others and encourages personal growth through dance.
#Less Force More FLOW!
Squash is an indoor racquet sport played for over 180 years now. 45 minutes on the squash court is not only the best overall workout you can get, but you can be done and dusted in a lunch hour, all year round, rain or shine.
The Motueka Squash Club is Motueka’s best-kept secret, a community fixture for over 45 years with an active membership encompassing both social and competitive play, all levels from novice to A-graders, both men and women players, and outreach to juniors.
During the school holidays go and check out Motueka Therapeutic Riding (Riding for the Disabled).
They are one of over 50 groups throughout New Zealand who provide therapeutic horse riding for children and adults who are physically or intellectually challenged or have learning or social disabilities.
For information on the benefits of therapeutic riding, get in touch with the Motueka RDA.
145B HIGH ST MOTUEKA 03 528 8709
“What if your feet and my hands could have a conversation, wonder what they would say?
Life can sometimes unbalance us. Reflexology can help disrupt that imbalance and science is proving that relaxation is the key to our amazing body’s doing awesome self-healing. How does it get better than that?
Reflexology techniques have developed over hundreds of years and today a Reflexologist using pressure points over the map on our feet hands ears or face can work every functioning system of the body.
I use it myself like some people would take a multivitamin/minerals. Helps keep things in balance!”
Yoga is versatile, it compliments other forms of exercise, it’s the ability to relieve stress is one of the key factors that tends to attract people to it.
Dru Yoga offers a very special approach by gently and mindfully working the body to release tension in our tissues, joints and minds. Studies on Dru Yoga have found it reduces stress, back pain and improves psychological wellbeing.
Everyone can feel accepted, safe and included in a Dru Yoga class. The rewards of being a Dru Yoga teacher are seeing students living healthier and happier lives.
There are registered Dru Yoga teachers in your area and Dru Yoga Teacher Training starting in Motueka, April 2020. For more information please contact Sue Cleaver info@dru.co.nz 03 5432121
The Motueka Recreation Centre is unique and the “most diverse” recreation venue that we have in the Tasman region; catering for pre-schoolers through to older adults.
Where else can you go roller skating, indoor climbing, play indoor sport, have a workout at the fully equipped fitness centre or participate in a Les Mills Group Fitness class?
Check out our Sport Tasman – Motueka Recreation Centre website page or Facebook page to see what we currently have on offer.
Zumba is a dance fitness class that originated in South America, however, these days there are genres/styles of dance that have been picked up from all over the world. It is an incredibly fun and social way to exercise. You don’t have to be super coordinated to do it but you do need a love for moving to the music. Emma-Jane’s motto is that it doesn’t matter HOW you are moving - just so long AS you’re moving!
Emma-Jane is a trained Zumba instructor who offers five classes throughout the week which range in intensity. Her Wednesday 9:30 am class offers a FREE CRECHE in the side room so that even mums with young children have the opportunity to get some exercise and social time in.
Classes attract a wide variety of people within our community, from high school students through to the 65+ age bracket, mums with littlies, people new to the community, backpackers and even the odd guy. Don’t be shy - come and give it a try! All you need to bring is $7, a water bottle and a sweat towel!
Check out Emma-Janes facebook page for more info www.facebook.com/pg/EJZUMBAMOTUEKA
Smart Power E-Vehicles NZ is a home-based company who import directly from the manufacturer. They have been operating for seven years and are the leading E-Bike company in our region.
Their top-quality electric bikes and accessories are competitively priced and extremely popular. Smart Power E-Vehicles NZ are proud to have many happy and satisfied customers from Kaitaia to Bluff.
Ebikes are covered with a written 12-month warranty and a full parts back up and 24/7 free technical advice.
Smart Power E-Vehicles NZ ship free nation-wide to all main centres and towns including rural delivery and offer discounts to Grey Power and NZMCA members.
PICKLE BALL
Mon / Wed / Fri 10:30am-12nn $5
Wednesday Night 6:30pm - 8:45pm $4
BADMINTON
Mon / Wed / Fri 10:30am-12nn $5
Wednesday Night 6:30pm-8:45pm $6
Thursday League 6:30pm - 8:45pm $6
TABLE TENNIS
Mondays 7:30pm-8:30pm $4
"Drop in - No Commitment"
This coming Friday, school holidays commence. For two weeks parents are charged with the mission of entertaining their children. Don’t panic! Instead, leave the panic behind and put your thinking cap on. With a few ideas and a sprinkling of inspiration, you can organise some cunning plans to help make these holidays amazing for your whole family.
In Motueka, we are absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to school holiday entertainment opportunities. From exploring one of our local national parks to making the most of our amazing library, there is no time for boredom these school holidays.
David Dunning is The Rock Fella and it’s certainly worth it to pop in and see him at his shop, located next to the clock tower in Motueka. Just look for the happy yellow building!
David’s workshop is full of geological gems and fascinating information about this area. “There’s amazing mineral wealth available in the Nelson/Tasman area, due to our geographical location – for both function and pleasure.”
The shop is open seven days a week throughout January: Mondays to Fridays from 9am to 6pm, on Saturdays from 10am to 5pm, and on Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Holiday programmes are available, numbers, weather and tides permitting. Bookings recommended.
Phone David for more info on 022 1374 574.
Abel Tasman Charters loves sharing the best of the National park with visitors and locals alike. Specialising in small personalised group charters aboard comfortable catamarans which offer options to kayak, walk the beaches, hike the track, swim, snorkel or just relax on board.
We also provide a delicious lunch of fresh local ingredients along with a glass of wine or beer, refreshments and towels to ensure you make the most of your day in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park.
Grab some friends and come and enjoy the BEST Abel Tasman day which our guests describe as ‘like a day out with friends’.
There’s nothing quite like fresh eggs. At Willow Creek Farm in Upper Moutere, the chickens are happy and, thanks to traditional farming methods, are producing 100% free-range eggs. Said a customer, “If I was a chicken, this is where I’d want to live!”
Yes, the April school holidays are just about to start. Whether you go fishing, horse riding, tramping, kayaking, or just exploring, our region has it all.
Make the school holidays fun for all with a trip to Willow Creek Farm. Contact Sharon on 027 330 7755.
The Motueka Museum is currently showing a pictorial exhibition about the use of animals during WW1 titled ”The Forgotten Heroes of WW1, They had no Choice”. This has been a very popular exhibition over the summer and will close on Anzac day. Make sure you see it before then!
The next temporary exhibition will be “Trailblazers, Educating woman in Nelson”. This was previously on display at the Nelson Provincial Museum as part of the Suffrage 125 celebrations.
The exhibition looks at education for girls in the Nelson region and some of the trailblazers who paved the way for higher education of girls and subsequently suffrage. This is an excellent opportunity to see this exhibition here in Motueka and will run from May until the end of June 2019. This will also include some local personalities.
Abel Tasman Eco Tours is a passionate family business offering boat tours along the Abel Tasman coast, serene nature walks into the inland track and stunning tours around our treasured local hotspots.
These tours are great for nature lovers of any age, and even locals who have been down the bay a hundred times are amazed by what we can show them. They are also the founders of Tasman Bay Guardians and the Abel Tasman Tree Collective.
By joining our tours you directly contribute to marine conservation, education, pest trapping and tree planting in the Abel Tasman region.
See why our motto is OPEN YOUR EYES.
Find out more online, abeltasmanecotours.co.nz and tasmanbayguardians.org.nz Book Now! 0800 223 538
You can find a range of fun activities to keep the kids (and teens!) occupied during the school holidays at the Motueka Library.
Are you a Fiction Fiend?
Wednesday 10 April, 3.30-4.45pm
Teen Book group
Talk new books, movies
Meet Author Katherine Ballantyne
Wednesday 17 April, 10.30-11am
Hear “The Rascally hedgehog”
A delightful story with a road safety message
Books available for sale $20
Drop in Techy Time
Thursday April 18, 2-4pm
Suitable for children 7+
Arty April – Be an Artist
Tuesday 16 April, 10-11.30am, all ages, pre-schoolers
welcome
Thursday 18 April, 10-11am, for 4-9 year olds
Tuesday 23 April, 10-11.30, all ages, pre-schoolers
welcome
For children 4-9 years old
Venture into the Abel Tasman National Park with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles.
Explore the golden sand beaches, view the NZ Fur Seals at Adele Island or listen to the Birdsong as you walk along the coastal track.
Kids travel FREE April School holidays, so get the kids out and explore with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles.
Book your day out by phoning us on 0800 732 748.
Did you use your Caravan this summer? Then now might be a good time to get it serviced! Moutere Caravans offers caravan servicing on all makes and brands of vans.
Our service includes opening up and adjusting the brakes, as well as a general check over everything. This ensures that any problems are found early, and can then be appropriately fixed/replaced if need be, which saves you time and money in the long run.
We have a large range of replacement parts and accessories in our shop, so visit us today to make the most out of your caravan!
More ideas for school holiday fun
• Organise play dates with friends – they’ll love the extra out-of-term time together, and it can be a way to share the childcare when you’re working.
• Let your child build a tent or hut using old sheets, blankets and odds and ends from around the house.
• Get the whole family out into the fresh air – it could be a bike ride, a trip to the beach, or a visit to a park or reserve in your area that you’ve never been to before.
• Plan an “expedition” map out a walking or biking adventure. You could even take a snack and have a picnic. Young children will love dressing up in character for their adventure.
• Visit your marae or family you haven’t seen for a while. School holidays are a great time to talk to your kids about where they are from and who they are.
• Have your kids find some music and make up a dance, or find a favourite story and make up a play. Maybe they can invite some family or friends over for the performance.
If you are looking for an adventure, Cable Bay Adventure Park is the place to go.
The World’s longest Flying Fox is located at the adventure park. This one of a kind experience is an amazing scenic ride with a shot of adrenaline flying high above the forest canopy.
You can also discover a number of other exciting activities on site including Quad Bike Tours, Horse Treks, Paintball, Argo and the Archery Park.
If you’ve been following the news on exciting tech trends like artificial intelligence, then you’re probably aware that emerging technologies are changing the way we work and interact with others. In fact, with things like machine learning and touch commerce becoming increasingly popular across every industry from banking to healthcare; technology is revolutionising the way we do business and making high-tech approaches an integral part of our lives.
Internet of Things (IOT)
One of the biggest tech trends to emerge in recent years is the Internet of Things. Simply put, the Internet of Things (abbreviated IOT) is the idea that all technological devices can be connected to the internet and to each
other in an attempt to create the perfect marriage between the physical and digital worlds.
For those who work in marketing, advertising, media or business management, IOT could provide a wealth of information on how consumers engage with products by tracking their interactions with digital devices. This data could then be used to optimize marketing campaigns and user experiences.
Another exciting emerging technology is machine learning, which is essentially a computer’s ability to learn on its own by analyzing data and tracking repeating patterns.
For example, social media platforms use machine learning to get a better understanding of how you’re connected with those in your social network.
They do this by analysing your likes, shares and comments and then prioritising content from your closest connections, serving you that content first.
In addition to shaping your day-to-day interactions with friends on social media, machine learning is also changing the way companies do business with customers.
Companies like Google are using machine learning on mobile devices which can continue learning even when offline.
Machine learning is reshaping the way businesses interact with their customers in a big way by helping them anticipate and meet customer needs more easily.
Remember watching movies about virtual reality and thinking how cool it would be if it was actually like that in real life? Well, it’s about to be. Recent improvements to hardware and programming, the effects are going to be felt across almost every industry from retail to education.
VR is likely to affect companies across the board as they adopt the technology to help them engage customers more effectively and optimise their sales and marketing efforts. It’s also a potentially useful tool for learning and is increasingly being adopted by educational organisations.
By merging touchscreen technology with one-click shopping, touch commerce allows consumers to buy products easily from their phones. After linking their payment information to a general account and enabling the feature, customers are able to buy everything from clothes to furniture with just a fingerprint.
Touch commerce is one of the biggest things to hit eCommerce in recent years with purchases of this type expected to increase by 150% this year alone.
Cognitive technology is in the same vein as machine learning and virtual reality except that it’s a broader concept. For example, the cognitive technology umbrella includes things like natural language processing (NLP) and speech recognition.
Combined, these different technologies are able to automate and optimise a lot of tasks that were previously done by people, including certain aspects of accounting and analytics.
Motueka High school recently had 50 athletes compete at the Regional Schools Athletics Championships. The team came away with 40 firsts, 31 seconds and 13 thirds. The school entered 11 relay teams and they all came either first or second. In the Senior Boys 4 x 400m relay the team of Jacob Brooks, Ben Hofbauer, Felix Popp and Fletcher Pickworth broke the record by 12 seconds. This equated to each runner being three seconds faster than the team that held the record. In the 4 x 100m Senior Boys relay the school entered two teams and they came in first and second.
Nikau McMurray broke the 400m under 14 boys record with a time of 54.15. He also won the 100m, 200m, long jump and triple jump as well as anchoring his team to an emphatic win in the 4 x 100m relay.
The Senior Girls 4 x 400m team of Davis Sundbye, Holly Young, Joelle Post and Camryn Smart also broke the 4 x 400m record with a time of 4: 23. They will be looking to improve on this time at the South Island Championships.
Multiple winners were: Camryn Smart in the 100m(12.73), 200m(26.42) and 400m(58.47), Fletcher Pickworth in the 1500m( 4:14)and 3000m(9:44.32), Leela Douglas in the shot(9.55m) and discus(25.22m), Shannen Smith in the long jump(4.79m) and triple jump(10.61m), Lucas Walker in the 100m(12.27) and
long jump(5.84m), Riley Smart in the 100m( 13.54) and 400m(63.55),
Other athletes to win titles were: Kyla Rayward javelin( 25.90m),Emily Bryan javelin (37.89m), Jacob Neha Manihera javelin(37.05m), Toby Henry javelin (39.44m), Kim Lammers long jump( 5.02m), Henry Russon triple jump (12.13m), Tegan Ewers 300m( 11:27.83), Finn Murray 3000m( 11:00.71), Jacob Brooks 800m( 2:03.24), Ben Hofbauer 800m( 2:0)5.59)
Relay results were : Under 14 Girls second 57.62 ( Ali Hemeath, Ariana Mudgway, Sophia Pienaar, Jordan Richards. Under 14 Boys first 51.78 ( Jonty Pickworth, Finn mUrray, John Brown, Nikau McMurray) Under 15 girls second 58.01( Riley Smart Willow Stebbings, Leela Douglas, Hannah Mangnall), Under 15 Boys second 51.90( Tom Lightfoot, Lucas Walker, Brodie Douch, Janek Manderson) Under 16 Girls first 53.35( Leila Collin, Kyla Rayward, Kim Lammers, Joelle Post) Under 16 Boys second( Jacob Neha Manihera, Henry Russon, Jamey Ingham, Ben Hofbauer) Under 19 Girls first 51.90( Davis Sundbye, Shannen Smith, Holly Young, Camryn Smart) Under 19 Boys teams first and second( Logan Ogilvie, Ben Monaghan, Fletcher Pickworth, Jacob Brooks, Felix Popp).
Motueka High School’s Waka Ama team members contributed to the nearly 2000-strong contingent of paddlers at the 2019 National Secondary School Waka Ama Championships held from March 25-29.
The only south island school from the 123 that took part, they joined their fellow paddlers on Rotorua’s Tikitapu – Blue Lake for the event.
“We’re definitely keen to go again. We know how it rolls now so it’ll be easier next time. We did pretty good for our first time,” says Kairiwai Spooner, representing the girls’ team.
The team, steered by Moeka Koyama, made it into the plate for turns, plate semis for 500metres, narrowly missing a spot in the final by just 0.4 seconds, and the 250metre bowl, finishing in the top third of the competition overall.
“We did a nice sharp turn and a lady told us it looked like a professional turn so that
was really good,” says Kairiwai.
The boys’ team was stoked with being one of 12 wakas in the 500metre sprint final.
“We didn’t expect to get in a final. We were just going up there for experience so getting into the final was awesome,” says Hunter Drewery.
Forced to compete in the U19 bracket, despite the local paddlers being from years 10-12, they say they felt “young and small”.
“Up in the north island they paddle waka like we play rugby,” says Miro Soochoon.
The team stayed at Roro o Te Rangi Marae, making the most of Rotorua’s hotpools and enjoyed some rafting action on the Kaituna River, famed for having the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world, the 7metre Tutea Falls.
There’s no rest for the paddlers as they look ahead to winter training with the next race on the horizon a 21km Queen Charlotte Sounds race.
Another very busy day at our Golf Club.
The Stroke Play Men’s Champion was decided over 36 holes. This was won in a very close finish by Levi Kearns with a gross of 162 from Chris McGeown and Nathan Binns both on 163.
Those not playing in the Champs played a Nett round.
This was won by Ralph Meikle on 7
2nd Rob Bruinsma 70
3rd Keith Dowie 72
4th Richard Bullock 73
Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin was won by Kevin Armstrong and Karen Brine.
Twos were struck by Kevin Armstrong, Peter Neil, Mark Williams and the evergreen Harry Bell!
The Ladies also played a Nett round.
The winner was Betsy Hills on 70
2nd June Patching 70
3rd Joyce Bullock 71
4th Karen Brine 72
5th Jane Adams 73
Results for the weekday Ladies for 2/04/2019
18 Hole Ladies Nett & Gross
Best Gross: Kerry McConchie 88
Best Nett:
1st: Jacquie Martin 71
2nd: Suzanne Park 71
3rd: Elizabeth Martin 73
4th: Karen Brine 74
5th: Sandy Le Pine 75
Closest to the Pin & two’s Kerry McConchie
Nett Eagles: Jacquie Hall on 9 & Suzanne Park on 7
9 hole Ladies Played Best nett & Putts
Group 1
1st: Linda Paul 33
2nd: Rita Mitchell 35
3rd equal: Meredith Rayner & Joy Bawtree 36
Group 2
1st: Karen Hawker 41
Putts: Meredith Rayner with 17
Riwaka
Anne Cegarra & Mary Hamilton
Whitten & Karen Logan
Fraher & Richard Olykan
Luke Frame (above) knew he had big shoes to fill when he stepped into the role of Tasman Secondary Schools Regional Sports Director but welcomes the challenge.
The 24-year-old replaced long-serving former director Jeni Thornborough in January after moving south from New Plymouth. His predecessor has been prominent in the region since beginning with Sport Tasman four and half years ago.
Luke views the chance to follow on from Jeni as “a great working opportunity”.
“To be in this role at a fairly young age is an exciting prospect,” he says.
“I hope to bring a fresh perspective and new ideas to make life easier and more enjoyable for the people working in secondary school sport.”
of the south.
He is tasked with lifting the participation of secondary school students in organised sport, promoting and facilitating sporting events and competitions, plus advocating to bring South Island and national secondary schools events to the Tasman region.
He will also provide quality training and advice to school Sports Coordinators and offer professional development sessions.
In 2018 Luke was the Graduate at Sport Taranaki, a role that introduced him to the working world of sport and active recreation.
“I had many great opportunities, from co-ordinating the Breakers’ game and working at the Taranaki Rugby Football Union for a few months.”
1stMary Fraher & Richard Olykan
58.91%
2nd Malcolm Macleod & Katrina Mataric 56.14%
3rd Vicki Adnams & Julia Armstrong
55.71%
Luke’s job description involves working in tandem with the region’s 16 colleges, providing leadership, co-ordination and delivery of secondary school sport in the top
He is new to the Nelson region, having grown up in Gisborne and Tauranga, while his partner is currently living in New Plymouth but plans to move to Nelson when a job becomes available.
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SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS MOTUEKA
If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz
MONTHLY CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
For Partners / Family / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer, or recovering from cancer. Come and meet others and discuss what you would find helpful from this group. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details
MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
For people affected by and/or supporting someone with cancer. Tuesdays 1pm Fairfield House $3 donation to Cancer Society phone 539 1137
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137
BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 2636 or Lloyd 544 2636
COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
BOOMERANG BAGS MOTUEKA
Sewing bees take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at MoTEC (9 Pah Street - side door) between 1 and 3 pm. All skill levels welcome. More information from 027 528 4563
DOYOU HAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM?
Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays and Fridays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.
INNER WHEELCLUB OF MOTUEKA
Is a womens club who meets monthly to promote friendship, fun, speakers, outings and service. Why not join us? Phone Ann 528 8099.
KATRINA ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THEPEACE
Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30-12.
MOTUEKAAIKIDO
Children, Teenagers and Adults classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 021 205 0143
MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB
Meets 1st Monday of month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz
MOTUEKARED CROSS IN COMMUNITY HOUSE
Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.
MOTUEKATEXAS HOLD’EM POKERCLUB
Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street
Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details
SOCIAL BOWLS
Every Monday & Wednesday 1:15pm - 3pm. Motueka Senior Citizens, 10 Pah St, Motueka. Come along and have some fun. Phone Terry 528 7104 for more info.
MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS
New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 5284531.
FUN, FITNESS ANDFRIENDSHIP
Leisure Marching. Motueka Veteranettes. Join us for practices, coffee and occasional travel. Contacts Carole 528 9048 or 027 325 1968 / Betty 528 6901 or 021 120 9248.
MOTUEKA COMMUNITY HOUSE MEETING
ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE for small group meetings – very reasonable rates. Please contact Rae or Gaile on 03 528 0404 or drop in and see us Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm.
TEA & TALK FOR THOSE AGED 65+
Morning tea is provided. Every Wednesdays at The Shed, 24a Tudor Street, Motueka and every second Wednesday in the Anglican Parish Hall, 42 Commercial Street, Takaka, from 10am to 11.30am.
JUSTICE OF THEPEACE SERVICES
Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.
MOTUEKA COMBINED REBUS CLUB
Welcomes you every third Friday in the month. Refreshments, excellent speakers and warm fellowship. Come along! Contact Grace - 528 9629
QUIZ NIGHT MOTUEKA GOLF CLUB
Wednesday 17th April 7.00pm. Great prizes. Teams of 4 - $10 per person. A guest speaker. Insights on Rugby and Cricket World Cups. Tickets at Club House or contact info@motuekagolf.co.nz
GOLDEN BAY LIVE POETS
Thursday 18th April, 7.30pm Mussel Inn. Open Mic for Poets and singer/songwriters. Guest Poet Keith Levy, Music by Andrew Lockwood. Gold coin entry. Enquiries Sacha Horton, getrealconnection@ gmailcom
MOTUEKA LIVE POETS
Wednesday 17th April 7.00pm Armadillo’s High St. Open Mic for Poets and singer/songwriters. Guest Poet Keith Levy, Music by Andrew Lockwood. Koha entry. All welcome. Enquiries Maggie, mzbrown@ slingshot.co.nz
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN NELSON BRANCH
Meets 1 – 3 Wednesday 17 April. Methodist meeting room Putaitai Street Stoke. “Voice of Women’s Rights”. Prospective Members Welcome. Phone 03 5451210 email nelsonncw@gmail.com
MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS 10 PAH ST
CRIB: Tuesday 16th 1.00-4.00pm Contact Judy 5284260. ACTIVITIES AFTERNOON: 1.30-3.00pm Games and fun. Contact Mavis 5268796.Rummikub Thursday 1.00-4.00pm Contact Dylis 5288960.
SENIORNET MOTUEKA
Runs a wide variety of courses for computers, laptops, tablets and phones in Apple, Windows, Android & ios. Phone Maureen on 5280630 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz
ME/CFS/FM SUPPORT NELSON BAYS
Find support with others who understand. Come and join our small informal group, Tuesday16th April, 2019 11am-midday at MOTUEKA COMMUNITY SERVICES 15 Courtenay Street. strengthtogethernelson@ gmail.com - Miriam 027-243 7124 local contact
antiques
$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 027 448 4430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).
ANTIQUES, Furniture (Bookcases, Chests of Dwrs, Tables, Chairs, Chaise Longue, Wardrobe, Mirrors, Rugs, etc), Collectables, Paintings, Toys, Books, etc. Sell, Buy, Value.6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond(Ph 5440723) open Mon-Sat. www.antiquesnewzealand. co.nz
carpet cleaning
TASMAN Carpet Cleaning - Great service, ecofriendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274
300 626.
CAMERA case and cell phone at Kina Beach, call at Police Station.
nelson accommodation
Garage sales are free for up to 16 words and must be either emailed or brought into the office. Phone calls not accepted. Businesses will incur normal charges.
S AT U RDAY 13th
8.30am. 79b Thorp Street. Bed, Drawers, Handmade baby clothes etc.
SAT 13th - Sun 14th 188 Thorp St 7.30am. Winter coats, tools, recycled rimu, m/cycle gear, general sundries.
TREWAVAS St Sat 9am. Household Furniture, Large bookcase, Set drawers, Cane suite, Rimu table, Chairs and more
FISHING gear, BBQ, Small bookcase, Outdoor table, Thigh waders, etc. 9am Saturday Claire Place, Motueka Signs out 9am.
LYNDH U RST Drive Saturday signs out 8.30- Vintage, retro, art, furniture, books, kitchen stuff, leather jackets and a bit of everything else. Also tea, coffee & baking.
BENNETT St Sat 9-1pm
Household items, books, tools, plus more.
memorial memorial found
6/4/2010 R EGG IE COLLINS it's 9 years since you left us yet you still remain in our memories, and our conversations. Until we meet again. Love from Margie, Stu, Andrea, Carey, Jacob, Dan, Matt and Jo
public notice
property for sale
2 RESIDENTIAL properties for sale or swap for land or house and land, in country max 30min drive from Mot. 1) in CBD, house 100m², land 1,450m², 3 bed. 2) 5min drive from Mot, house 125m², land 966m², 3 bed. For enquiries contact 03 5284933 after 7pm or 027 256 8527 to discuss negotiation.
HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.
STORAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.
TASMAN Storage units available from $5.90pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Phone 528 0071.
situations vacant
stump grinding
STUMP Grinding, tree felling. Stumps ground to mulch for ready gardening. Ph: Andrew 021 081 82 123, AH
Talleys is a 100% NZ owned company whose wide range of fresh and frozen foods has been enjoyed by kiwi families for years.
A part-time position has become available at our Head Office in Motueka to join the team who manage/process our weekly payroll. The role requires Monday to Wednesday with flexible hours, but for the right applicant alternatives can be considered.
You will:
• be competent in using the Microsoft Office Suite
• have a strong work ethic, and be a team player with the ability to work well under pressure
• have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• have attention to detail – accuracy is an essential part of the role
• be well organised, with the ability to meet documentation deadlines
• preferably have experience in payroll processing
Full training will be provided for payroll software.
Please email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@talleys.co.nz with the subject line ‘Payroll Clerk - Part-time’ or post it to: Recruitment (Payroll Clerk - Part-time), Talley’s Group Ltd, PO Box 5, Motueka 7143.
Applications close Friday 12th April 2019.
www.talleys.co.nz
WARM and cosy 3brm, 1bthrm newly renovated home available to rent. $360 per week. Walking distance to shops and schools, easy care section, double garage, extra off street parking. No pets, no smoking. Call after 6pm 021 253 4709 to express interest.
BRAND new 3brm, 2bthrm home available to rent. $450 per week. Private, easy care section, ample parking. Close to town. Suits professional couple or small family. No pets, no smoking. Call after 6pm 021 253 4709 to express interest.
CANVAS
A big congratulations to the winners of the Beat the Mayor competition, Philippa Beckman, Anita Stanbridge and Ruth Bagnall.
Nelson and Tasman are growing fast. With your help, we’re in the process of planning where in the region future homes and business should go.
Using the results of feedback on the Nelson Tasman Future Development Strategy collected earlier this year, we have developed three potential growth scenarios. We’re now seeking your views on those scenarios to help us re ne the options that will shape the future of your communities.
All three scenarios could provide for a high-growth future, allowing at least 12,000 new homes to be built across the region. The scenarios are not mutually exclusive –the nal strategy may be a mix of the options.
Three scenarios
• Enable housing choice while addressing sea level rise
Enable housing choice while protecting productive land
• Balanced option: Enabling housing choice while taking both constraints into account
Have your say: You can nd out more and ll in a survey online at www.tasman.govt.nz/feedback. More information is also available at Nelson City and Tasman District Council o ces and libraries.
Feedback closes on 6 May 2019.
Public information sessions
You’re invited to come along and chat with us to nd out more about the options and share your thoughts.
Moutere: Thursday 11 April, Moutere Hills Community Centre community room, Moutere Highway. Drop-in session: 4.00 – 6.30 pm.
Wake eld: Monday 15 April. St John’s Anglican Church, Edward Street. Drop-in session: 3.30 – 7.30 pm
Motueka: Tuesday 16 April, Tasman District Council o ce, Hickmott Street. Drop-in sessions: 3.00 – 4.00 pm, 7.00 – 8.30 pm.
Brightwater: Thursday 18 April, Plunket Rooms, Ellis Street.
Drop-in session: 3.30 – 6.00 pm
Tapawera: Friday 3 May, Tapawera Community Centre
Drop-in session: 3.30 – 6.30 pm.
Tasman: Wednesday 24 April, Tasman School hall, Aporo Road. Drop-in session: 4.00 – 6.00 pm.
Murchison: Tuesday 23 April, Murchison Emergency Services building, 102 Waller Street. Drop-in session: 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm.
Tasman: Wednesday 24 April, Tasman School Hall, Aporo Road. Drop-in session: 4.00 – 6.00 pm.
Richmond: Monday 29 April, Richmond Mall. Drop-in session: 12.00 – 5.30 pm.
Kaiteriteri: Wednesday 1 May, Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve, Ngaio Conference Room. Drop-in session: 4.00 – 6.00 pm.
Tapawera: Friday 3 May, Tapawera Community Centre.
Drop-in session: 3.30 – 6.30 pm.
Philippa, Anita and Ruth all reduced their household water use to less than 97 litres a day during the drought – blowing Mayor Richard Kempthorne’s effort out of the water! Well done all three – you will now have the chance to dunk Mayor Richard in the Richmond Aquatic Centre. The mayoral dunking is planned for early May – more details coming soon.
A concert to give the community the opportunity to say thank you to emergency services and Civil Defence personnel involved with the Pigeon Valley re will take place on Saturday 13 April. Come along to listen to the Warratahs and friends and show your support for our hardworking rst responders. Saturday 13 April, Richmond Park Showgrounds, Lower Queen Street, 1.00 pm.
The Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund o ers help with travel costs for rural sports clubs and rural school teams. The goal is to help young people aged between 5 – 19 participate in local sports competitions.
Sport NZ fully fund the Rural Travel Fund, which we administer locally on their behalf. The next funding round closes on 30 April 2019. Head to www.tasman.govt.nz/link/ grants for criteria and how to apply.
Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.
Engineering Committee
Thursday 11 April, 9.30 am. Public forum
Tasman Regional Transport Committee
Monday 15 April, 9.30 am. Public forum
Plantation Forestry Submissions Hearing
Monday 15 April, 1.30 pm. No public forum
Joint Shareholders Committee
Nelson City Council. Tuesday 16 April, 1.30 pm.
Public forum
Motueka Community Board
Motueka Service Centre. Tuesday 16 April, 4.00 pm.
Public forum
Environment and Planning Committee
Thursday 18 April, 9.30 am. Public forum
Find details for all our current consultations at www.tasman.govt.nz/feedback.
Submissions close Wednesday 1 May 2019.
A new holistic approach to managing stormwater in Richmond aims to improve ood resilience as well as protect our waterways and the environment.
You’re invited to have your say on the draft Richmond Catchment Management Plan.
Submissions close Friday 3 May 2019.
The Council can set a Schedule of Charges to recover some costs associated with Council services. Some of these charges are set by statute, and others by the Council. All charges are reviewed each year to determine whether they need to change or not. Some charges are proposed to increase this year. You're invited to have your say on the proposed charges.
Current applications for alcohol licences, including information on how to object, are advertised on our website.
Applicant: Golden Bay RSA
Event: Anzac Day Parade
Location of road closure: Commercial Street, Takaka.
From number 19 to number 81 Commercial Street.
Alternate route: Motupipi Street, Junction Street and Reilly Street
Date and time: Thursday 25 April 2019, 8.30am to 10.30am
Applicant: Richmond/Waimea RSA
Event: Anzac Day Parade
Location of road closure: Queen Street, Richmond.
From Sundial Square to Cambridge Street. Oxford Street, Richmond. From Wensley Road to Gladstone Road (SH6) .
Date and time: Thursday 25 April 2019, 10.00am to 12.30pm
Applicant: Nelson RSA
Event: Anzac Day Parade
Location of road closure: Aranui Road, Mapua.
From Higgs Road to the tennis courts
Date and time: Thursday 25 April 2019, 10.00am to 12.00pm
Applicant: Richmond/Waimea RSA
Event: Anzac Day Parade
Location of road closure: Whitby Way, Wake eld.
From Edward Street to Wake eld car park entrance
Date and time: Thursday 25 April 2019, 9.00am to 12.00pm
For many the thought of having their partner navigate them through country roads is enough to warrant a divorce lawyer on speed dial, but for Motueka couple, Phil Collins and Tracy Spark, their relationship thrives on it.
The passionate rally-racing duo will be kicking up dust on Otago’s back roads this weekend as they compete in the New Zealand Rally Championships.
The first of six legs in the championships, Phil will be behind the wheel of their Audi Quattro Coupe, a replica of the Group B Audi that dominated world rallying in the eighties, while Tracy, his navigator for five years, will aim to “keep him on the straight and narrow”.
Phil took to rallying back in 1992, sparked by a “massive interest in motorsport” that had seen him competing at national level in 4WD where he won multiple classes.
The shift to rallying came with a shift from the north to south
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Hamilton to complete the cham-
The couple say they’re grateful for their generous sponsors of Think Water, Pages Automotive, BNT, Exide Batteries and Mag &
