The Guardian - 12 January 2022

Early Monday morning a large fire destroyed the old Philip Morris Tobacco Sheds, King Edward Street. Residents have been alerted to keep windows and doors closed because of asbestos contamination. For any health concerns see the TDC website. At this stage King Edward Street is closed off to through traffic while decontamination of the site continues. There is an ongoing police investigation.

Getting Business Down to Carbon Zero

Having worked in sustainable development overseas for many years, it was a familiar step for Brendan Alborn, the Commercial Director of Alborn Enterprises, to make their businesses at Marahau sustainable and carbon neutral certified, “If you’re going to do sustainability programmes for other companies then you’d better do one for your own business,” he says. “We started doing it because it was the right thing to do.”

Alborn Enterprises have been carbon neutral for three years, the first tourism operator in New Zealand to become so. Alborn Enterprises is a familyrun business, started by Brendan’s parents Sandra and Peter(dec) Alborn who bought the lease of Marahau Beach Camp in 1997. The business has expanded from there.

Becoming carbon neutral was a journey, Brendan says: “Working out the largest contributors to our environmental footprint was easy…

petrol for our outboard motors, diesel for our tractors, our buses, our company vehicles, and our five operating bases counting the camp which use electricity and gas. Fossil fuels are our largest contributor to our total environmental and carbon footprint”.

Progressively, the aqua-taxis’ outboard motors have been swapped to larger but more efficient ones, digital fuel gauges have been put in so skippers can see their fuel efficiency in real time, and can throttle on and off accordingly.

“We have done a whole lot of things to reduce our carbon footprint…rather than outsourcing the service of our motors and boats we built our own workshop – which has more than doubled the lifetime of our motors, making maintenance more focussed. Everything’s done on time by our own inhouse mechanics… All light fixtures were swapped to LED and people encouraged to turn lights off when not

needed.”

Another key contributor to their footprint was their waste to landfill. So now a custom-built trailer is used so people are able to split their waste and recycle properly which Brendan says has cut the camp and café’s waste significantly. As the businesses still use fossil fuels - 280,000 litres of petrol a year, Brendan says: “The

only thing you can do from there is to offset.” Through EKOS, Brendan was able to calculate how many tonnes of carbon their businesses were adding to the atmosphere in carbon dioxide and how many carbon credits needed to offset those emissions. The project from which Brendan buys carbon credits to offset is a local native regenera-

tion project at Kanuka Hill, Uruwhenua, Mohua (Golden Bay). Brendan would like to see a future where the entire top of the south visitorsector and hospitality businesses are zero carbon certified: “Marahau could be the epicentre of sustainability, a good example to set. If anyone needs any help then give me a call.”

Brendan Alborn.

Earth Emotions Photography Exhibition: Open Call for Entries

The Nelson Tasman Climate Forum has opened a call for entries, inviting all Te Tau Ihu/Top of the South residents to submit work for a new photography exhibition called “Earth Emotions”. The exhibition is dedicated to sharing local experiences of the crises we’ve unleashed in Earth’s climate and atmosphere, biodiversity, soils, forests, freshwater and oceans, and in our own health.

Earth Emotions will be exhibited online in April 2022, and in venues around the Nelson-Tasman region.

The exhibition aims to inspire changes in the way people feel about the planetary crises. Organisers, Ann Wheatley and Emma Jane Hughes, believe that by showcasing local stories, new narratives can emerge. Ann recognises that, “We’re the first generations to feel the impact of these crises, and maybe the last who can do something about them. While that might feel overwhelming, our situation could also be a portal to a brighter future.”

Ann and Emma Jane share a common belief that all creatives - whether they are photographers, artists, designers, musicians, or writers - can play a

society, culture, and people’s convictions. “A future where we take much better care of the natural world could be a much happier one than the world we live in today”, says Emma Jane. “We hope to present a selection of images that convey hard truths, yet also motivate people to do whatever they can to make a difference.”

The name ‘Earth Emotions’ is inspired by Glenn Albrecht’s book of the same name, written as a response to the drastic environmental changes witnessed over his lifetime in his native Australia. This motivated him to outline a vision of humanity entering a new era where we safeguard biodiversity and other planetary treasures/

taonga for future generations.

Forum members hope that the chance to participate in the exhibition will motivate many people from all over the region to express their own Earth Emotions.

Details:

Earth Emotions is open to all Te Tau Ihu/ Top of the South residents over 13 years old regardless of level of photography experience.

There is no cost to enter and all camera types and processing methods are welcome.

Possible themes for entries include:

Experiences and Emotions - Personal experiences of the planetary crises and how they are affecting

you, whanau, friends, community or the living world. Action and Response - Actions, emotional or spiritual responses to our planetary emergency Future Visions - How you imagine the future. https://nelsontasmanclimateforum. ning.com/events/ earth-emotions-exhibition

This photo was taken by part-time instructor Rob McDonald on a Nelson College year 10 trip to Matakitaki in the Nelson Lakes.

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Motueka’s hops, tobacco and hot sun reflected in Dulux Colour

Dulux Motueka was chosen by colour experts to be included in the Dulux Colour Forecast 2022’s colour palette ‘Wonder’.

The colour was named after Motueka’s hops, tobacco, and hot sun.

The colour scheme, both serene and invigorating, promotes positivity and awakens the senses in a nostalgic way, allowing creativity and connection to nature’s gifts says Dulux. A harmonious combination of celery and cut-grass greens, sunshine yellows, lavender purples and sandy oranges offering a wondrous array for exploration and recollection of times spent hiking, camping and touring bushland and forest landscapes.

With sustainability and environmental preservation at the forefront of design, fabrics, inks, and materials are all elements that will reflect and perform an important role in the construct of the Wonder palette. Pairing traditional styles with modern interpretations, colour and patterns will be light, fun, serene and experimental in a way that will ignite the senses and embrace mother nature to its fullest.

Dulux Colour Forecast 2022 palettes reflect our desire to simplify our lives and boost our connection with nature and the people and experiences that matter most.

Davina Harper, Dulux Colour Specialist, says, “Living through a pandemic has made us feel even more connected to our homes. When it comes to future trends, comfort is key. We want out living spaces to calm and nurture us, so we can process everything we’ve experienced over the last year, and at the same time, help us rediscover our zest for life looking forward.”

After months of restrictions, there’s a desire to be bold, expressive and try new things. At the same time, the lingering sense of uncertainty around what the future holds makes us seek comfort and security from our homes. With prolonged days indoors, we have a new appreciation for good design and functionality and look to surround ourselves with things that are not only beautiful but also enhance our wellbeing and improve our quality of life.

National’s Leader to hold public meeting

Christopher Luxon, National’s Leader is visiting the region on Thursday 20 January and holding a public meeting at the Hope Community Church Hall.

National List MP based in West Coast – Tasman, Maureen Pugh is hosting the meeting, and says the public forum, complete with a question and answer session, follows on from the successful rural issues meetings which she held in the region last year.

“As well as covering his interesting personal journey from top management in Unilever and Air New Zealand to politics, I know Chris wants to focus on the major challenges which New Zealand faces and how National is going to tackle them. With less than two years before the next General Election, this is a great opportunity for local people to hear the vision and to ask questions of National’s new leader,” Maureen Pugh says.

Doors will open at Hope Community Church Hall at 1.30 on Thursday 20 January to allow time for the required vaccine pass scanning, with the meeting is timed to run from 2.30 until 4 pm.

Guthrie Bowron paint specialist Paul Inglis shows off the Dulux paints. Inset: The new Dulux ‘Motueka’ colour.

range of mobility scooters in the top of the south

Local Carbon Zero Businesses Win Tourism Award

Brendan Alborn.

WHAT’S HAPPENING atourlibrary

Take & Make Leaf of Love

Take a leaf and make a comment to express your words about what the Motueka Library building & Service at 12 Pah Street has meant to you. Drop your leaves back to the library to be displayed in January.

Decorate Your Book Buzz Summer

Bee

29 Dec-29 Jan 2022

Pick up your Book Buzz Summer Bee from the library and colour, embellish, stick, paint, decorate! Entry forms can also be downloaded from our website. Return your masterpiece to the library by 29 January and be in to win.

Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) has won the NZ Tourism Award for Industry Collaboration. The award is for the Zero-Carbon Itinerary for ‘climate-conscious travellers’ to the Nelson-Tasman region which was designed in collaboration with local operators, such as Marahau Beach Camp and Celsius Coffee in Motueka: “The customers’ carbon is completely offset, and the flights as well when booked through Nelson I-site, ” says Brendan Alborn, the Commercial Director of Alborn Enterprises which runs Marahau Beach Camp together with Abel Tasman Aqua Taxis, Marahau

Water Taxis, Marahau Sea-Kayaks, Hooked Café and the Abel Tasman Centre.

Brendan is “stoked” to win the award: “The fact we have so many zero carbon businesses in our region, which enables us to put together a full four-day itinerary, is fantastic.” Carbon zero businesses such as Mussel Inn, Abel Tasman Lodge, Abel Tasman Ocean View Chalets, Chia Sisters, and others, also have joined together to be part of a holiday itinerary that allows visitors to be carbon-free while enjoying the beautiful region from Nelson to Abel Tasman National Park.

In Nelson-Tasman

region there are more than 15 operators in tourism, accommodation and hospitality sectors certified with EKOS as either Zero Carbon - the net balance between emissions and offsets, or Carbon Positive - when more carbon is being offset than emitted. EKOS is a Nelson-based not for profit organisation working to create selfsustaining forest carbon projects through carbon measurement and offsetting services.

“I’m sure the award will inspire even more businesses to measure, minimise and offset the balance of their carbon footprints too,” says Brendan.

Book a Book : Click & Collect

No time to come in and select your own reading or viewing material? We can select items for you and put them aside for you to collect. Let us know what you would like. Fill out a form on the Tasmanlibraries.govt.nz website or call your local library. Motueka ph: (03)528 1047; Richmond (03)543 8500; Takaka (03) 525 0059

Book Buzz Bingo

18 Dec – 29 Jan 2022

Collect a Book Buzz Bingo card from the Library or download from our website from 18 December. Can’t collect a card? Email us at: childrenstream@ tasman.govt.nz and we will drop one in the post to you. Complete a line on your bingo card and collect a prize. All completed bingo cards go into a lucky draw for a Family Board Game. Free!

Take & Make: 2022 Calendar & Dream Board

5 Jan – 15 Jan 2022

Create a Dream Board to start 2022 in a fresh, upbeat way. Your Kit will also contain a blank 2022 calendar to decorate. Free. For all ages.

Take & Makes for Tamariki

5 Jan – 29 Jan 2022

Get creative this Summer! A variety of Take & Make kits for Tamariki will be available over summer. Free. We love to see what you create! Email us at: childrenstream@tasman.govt.nz

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In 2022, parents and caregivers will be able to get their 5 to 11-year-olds immunised against COVID-19

Some tamariki get very ill from catching COVID-19 and immunisation is one of the best ways to protect them.

Immunisation is an important way we keep tamariki safe, like being sun smart or wearing a seatbelt.

It protects your tamariki from many serious diseases and stops disease spreading within your whānau and the community. In Aotearoa, tamariki get free vaccinations against 12 diseases, including whooping cough (pertussis), measles and polio.

Safety of the COVID-19 vaccine

The child (paediatric) Pfizer vaccine has gone through the same rigorous approval process as other routine childhood immunisations. No clinical trials were skipped and no corners were cut in the testing of its safety.

The Pfizer vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds has been through clinical trials with children in this age group. In general, the side e ects that were reported were mild, didn’t last long, and were similar to side e ects from other routine immunisations.

Take time this summer to get the information and advice you need to make the best decision for your tamariki. Find out more at:

Unite Against COVID-19 – Covid19.govt.nz/tamariki

Ministry of Health – Health.govt.nz/CovidVaccineKids

Te Puni Kōkiri – Karawhiua.nz

Ministry for Pacific Peoples – mpp.govt.nz

Information sought on shooting of two kea

The Department of Conservation and Manawhenua ki Mohua are appealing for information about the shooting dead of two kea in Golden Bay.

The kea were handed in by members of the public who found them near Ligar Bay on Saturday, 6 November. It is thought they may have died four or five days before.

A Massey University pathologist carried out post-mortems on the kea and found they had been shot.

Anyone with information about the kea shooting and who may have shot the birds is asked to contact the DOC 24-hour number 0800 DOCHOT/0800 36 24 68.

DOC Golden Bay Operations Manager Dave Winterburn says kea are legally protected and DOC views very seriously the killing or harming of kea.

“Deliberately shooting and killing kea is unacceptable. We ask anyone with information about the shooting of the kea or who may

have done it to contact us.

“Kea are an endangered species. Their population is estimated at 3000-7000. In areas where predators aren’t controlled, their numbers are declining.

“Killing kea goes against the hard work being done by people in our community carrying out predator trapping and other measures to protect native

species, including these intelligent and inquisitive parrots.”

The offence of hunting or killing absolutely protected wildlife carries a maximum penalty of up to two years’ imprisonment or a fine of up to $100,000, or both.

One of the shot kea was wearing bands on its legs to identify it as part of kea monitoring in Golden Bay by

the Kea Conservation Trust and the Friends of Cobb. The kea had been banded as a juvenile male in the Pohara area in July last year.

People are asked to report sightings of banded kea and other kea to a kea database https://keadatabase. nz/ to help build a picture of kea numbers in areas and kea movements.

In sickness and in health; for richer, for poorer

By Elise Vollweiler

You might have a totally different attitude towards money than your partner does. After all, some of us are innate savers, and some are impulsive spenders. Some people hate risk and will always opt for a sure thing with a lower yield, while others are more satisfied upping the stakes for bigger gains. Some people wouldn’t think twice about lending or giving money to a friend in need, while others are more reluctant to see their hard-earned money leave their bank account without iron-clad assurances of how and when it will return.

Health and wealth conversations. They’re uncomfortable and inherently unromantic, and yet getting on the same financial page as your partner can mitigate one of the main stress points in your relationship.

A qualified financial adviser has seen almost every situation before, and they know the realities and laws that govern your choices. They can help.

There aren’t necessarily right or wrong answers, but you will head off a lot of strife by understanding the money personalities that you and your partner bring to your relationship. Regardless of your differences, there are fundamental issues that you need to agree on, such as how your combined money should be spent, saved, or invested.

Sitting down with your partner to discuss ‘what if scenarios’ can also be emotionally wrenching, as you need to lay out plans for life’s worst-case scenarios. It can be challenging to broach these conversations, so think about getting professional and unsentimental third-party advice to guide you through them.

“We can guide you through the main things that you need to think about, separately and together,” says Anna-May Martin of Motueka’s Castle Trust Financial Planning. “We will also make it really clear how your decisions will affect each other, both now and in the long term.”

These discussions are almost always easier and more productive when they are facilitated by an experienced third party, says Anna-May. “Our advisers have worked with hundreds of clients who are working through separations and other traumatic experiences, and we have the wealth of experience to help you navigate them.” When it comes to money don’t let your heart rule your head – get your finances sorted for 2022 and the future with the financial experts at Motueka’s Castle Trust.

The Castle Trust Team: Kathryn Alborough, Glyn Lewis-Jones, Anna-May Martin, Stu Pope, Melanie Riley

Early Childhood Education Centre

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2022 Timetable

Start of Term Tuesday 25th Jan 2022 Phone (03) 52 88 700 naturekidsmotueka@gmail.com

Local AED 24/7 locations

Abel Tasman Aqua Taxi, Marahau (back of office)

Abel Tasman Centre, Marahau (beside side door)

63 Tokongawa Drive Domain (road to Split Apple Rock)

Kaiteri Sandy Bay Road (1.3km north of Kaiteriteri)

18 Rowling Heights, Kaiteriteri

Kaiteriteri Motor Camp (outside reception)

Bethany Park Christian Camp (beside side door)

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteri Motels, 8 Kotare Place, Little Kaiteriteri (along beach front)

Cederman Drive

2 Anarewa Crescent, Stephens Bay

Riwaka Rugby Club

R.S.A. Motueka (back door)

Motueka Police Station

Unichem Pharmacy

Motueka Golf Club

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Our village becomes your village at Motueka Playcentre: fun and friendship for you and your children in endless experiences that last a lifetime. Watch your child’s confidence grow as they explore and foster theirimagination through play and interaction with other children aged 0-6 Every session will captivate your child and excite them. Learning experiences are available for children of all ages and stages.

Fees are free for children under 2. All of our staff and volunteers (including parents or caregivers) are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

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Marchwood Park (MenzShed)

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Talley’s Gate House (on back wall)

Tasman Store

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Tapawera Area School student Tomas Girodo has received the MW Cain award for Academic Excellence, year-13 Dux.

Originally from Argentina, Tomas’s first language is Spanish.

Tomas also received a number of other awards including –

Best all-round student in yr 13, The Anglesey Family Cup

Achievement in Physical Science and Technology yr

13 Network Tasman Award for Senior Citizenship, The Round Table Citizenship Cup

Overall Best yr 9-14 PB4L Tadmor

Year 13: First: Maths, PE, Visual Art Painting, Effort: English, Spanish L2

Sporting badge – yr 13, Volleyball

TAS badge for Services to Others 2021 Volleyball, B&B Hodgkinson Trophy, Contribution to School

Tomas Girodo scooped many awards at Tapawera Area School, including 2021 Dux.

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Showquest – New Zealand’s biggest performing arts event for schools

Entries have opened for Showquest 2022, the fifth year of what has become Aoteroa’s largest performing arts programme for schools.

The event will be held live in 12 regions across the country, and host thousands of young performers and creatives.

Showquest is offered nationwide by Rockquest Promotions, the team behind the successful original

music competitions Smokefreerockquest, Smokefree Tangata Beats and Rockshop Bandquest.

The programme, which is the government appointed replacement for Stage Challenge, has seen rapid growth since it was launched in 2018. In 2021 over 5600 students performed to over 11,000 audience members at events across the country.

With a focus on art, music, dance, drama,

culture and technology, students from years 1-13 are encouraged to think out-ofthe-box to create live compelling performance pieces.

Project Manager Lucy Wymer says that the driving rationale of the overall programme is for students to develop their confidence and leadership skills, while working collaboratively and expressing their creativity:

“Showquest asks students to come for-

ward and get involved in a practical way to work towards an overall goal.

Together as a team they put together their performance, learning from each other and each taking on an active role.

It is such a thrill to see their ideas come to life.”

Showquest has partnered with World of WearableArt, inviting students to create a Wearable Art garment in a programme called

Toi.

Toi sits within Showquest as an aspect of the live show, with an option for entrants to also submit their entry directly into Toi - independent from a school group.

Showquest will be held from May to July, heading to Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Manawatu, Taranaki, Nelson, Wellington, Canterbury, Otago and Southland.

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their epic rides at the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park. Spread over the low hills of a recreation reserve, Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park is a real gem. Designed and built by riders for riders, it has more than 25 trails weaving through both native forest and open terrain. With adventures for everyone, from family groups looking for holiday fun, to more advanced mountain bikers after meatier treats including steep climbs.

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Red Cross Shops need more volunteers this holiday season

With International Volunteer Day having just been celebrated, New Zealand Red Cross Shops are putting a call out for hundreds more volunteers to help during the holiday season and beyond.

Red Cross Shops up and down the country are desperate for help as many long-term volunteers are worried about returning to work due to the Covid19 pandemic.

National Retail Manager Talei Kitchingman says around 300 additional people are needed to help keep the 46 stores well-stocked and running smoothly.

“We are very grateful to our shop volunteers who are working extra hours to support our teams, but we would love to share the load.”

She says while it’s often been a challenge to ensure enough helping hands, as the pandemic continues and people’s circumstances may have changed, finding enough people has become a real struggle right across the country.

“It’s understandable

some people are anxious about returning to volunteer in the shops right now, or may not have the time available to volunteer that they used to. So we’re looking for new volunteers who may be retired, studying, or who work part time who would like to contribute to their community. We follow all Government COVID19 guidelines to keep our people and customers safe.”

Talei says people have been very generous donating items to the stores lately, and with so much demand, the lack of volunteers is impacting the stores. “We can’t get the stock out on the floor fast enough, we can’t present the shops as we’d like or provide the level of service that’s needed. We could be selling so much more.”

She says Red Cross Shops play many roles. “Our shops are a hub in many communities where people can meet others and buy affordable things for their homes. They also provide work experience for young people and job seek-

ers, and they support environmental sustainability as donated goods are ‘recycled, reused and reloved.”

Red Cross Shop coordinator Maree Brogan used to volunteer in the Rangiora shop and now works in the Woolston store. Woolston needs another 10 volunteers and Ms Brogan hopes

more people will come forward soon. “The Red Cross team have become like family to me. We are all working for a good cause and we can all have a good laugh together. It really makes you feel like you are giving back and doing something good for others.”

New Zealand Red

Cross Secretary General Sarah StuartBlack says Red Cross Shops are an important source of funding for their organisation, which carries out humanitarian work including supporting former refugees and helping people in the event of a disaster.

Sarah says although there has been a good

response to calls for shop volunteers so far, particularly from students, many more are needed. “We have plenty of volunteer opportunities, so if people are not interested in working in a shop, they can volunteer in other areas including helping resettle former refugees, delivering Meals

on Wheels or joining one of our Disaster Welfare Response Teams. We encourage people to get in touch with us and give volunteering a go.”

Email shopvolunteer@redcross.org.nz

https://www.redcross.org.nz/getinvolved/volunteeropportunities

Motueka Red Cross Shop volunteers Ann Lelong, Pat Frater and Leanne Langan.

Second workshop on bio-dynamic principles

“How to consider your land as an individual organism and how to build compost to restore vitality and fertility to your own land.”

These were some of the themes which Dieter Proebst, Master of Science, Diploma in Permaculture Design, long-term orchardist, international consultant on Demeter certification and teacher of bio-dynamic practices, addressed in the second workshop on biodynamics.

This was held on the Rudolf Steiner Farm School premises on Saturday, 11 December.

These workshops are funded by the Kete Ora Trust and supported by the NZ Biodynamic Association.

Thirty people came for this day from around NZ, including a West Coast biodynamic sheep farmer and two nursing babies and their mothers. They were keen to learn about compost making, aiming to take some practical advice back to their own

farms and gardens.

In the morning Dieter Proebst spoke about features of a farm organism and farm individuality, a concept which includes considerations of location, climate, seasonal changes, rainfall, food and fibre production, animals and pastures etc. but also covers access, size and community matters and, of course, the people involved.

All these elements make for quite a complex organism, especially in context of a Steiner integrated Farm School project.

The group took a walk around the land and the outdoor classroom to get an idea of the lay-out and potential areas of concern which could benefit from healing practices.

The condition of the soil was of special interest because the location of the compost heap and the materials from the farm used to build it would influence the successful end result of the finished compost.

Dieter introduced five herbal compost preparations, as explained by Rudolf Steiner 100 years ago during his “Agriculture Course” (1923) which, in combination with specific plant and animal organs, had undergone a special treatment over the winter, a process which had turned them into homeopathic remedies for the soil. This process as such will be addressed in more detail in a later workshop held in the Biodynamic educational hub at the Farm School.

These soil healing remedies were added to the compost in the afternoon.

At that stage the compost material, which had been collected from the land and gardens over the previous month, was spread out on a chosen spot on the farmland. Layers of nitrogen rich freshly cut grass were followed by a slurry of cow manure, left-over vegetables, fish bones and seaweed.

The carbo-rich mate-

rials alternated with chip, straw, hay and dry leaves or grass soaked with buckets of water in between layers.

All hands were called for to pass the buckets, to shovel wood chips and fork hay, until the compost pile gradually took shape and size of about 2x3x5 m. Dieter originally had larger dimensions in mind.

But since the Farm School is not yet an operating farm, we all had to take this process as a demonstration of layering and process which could be taken home to be applied to another farm individuality. Once the compost pile was finished and, as a final measure, it was ‘innoculated’ deeply inside and all around with tiny amounts of the compost preparations 502 – 507, purchased from the Biodynamic Association.

Now it can rest until next Spring when the material will be diluted in water, stirred by hand and sprayed onto the land.

Above: Dieter Proebst and some of the participants at the compost site. Below: On the School Farm.

The most popular home improvement trends

Multi function kitchens

The kitchen is the hub of a home home’s hub, and it is consistently the most common project that homeowners undertake when they renovate.

Of course, a shortage of materials and labour have impacted the cost of renovation projects in general. But the pandemic has also led homeowners to think of ways to better utilise their space. Enter the rise of multi-zone kitchens.

Today, people want cooking spaces that allow for everyone to flow through the room without dead-ends. Often, that means installing large kitchen islands or a wide kitchen table, big enough for handling prepping, chopping and serving – all at once.

Future kitchen trends are about dispelling any notions of a show home, and introducing some antique or vintage furniture into a kitchen has the immediate effect of creating a warm, lived-in home environment.

Farmhouse kitchen furniture in the form of a scrubbed kitchen table or dresser is the obvious choice for a traditional look. Timeless, built to last and often inexpensive to find at a recycle shop or garage sale, antique pieces will introduce character to a new space. Clever storage such as pull out pantries and hidden rubbish bins are a must.

Bathrooms as sanctuaries

Bathrooms used to be a place to go to have a quick bath or a shower to get clean! Now it’s more about creating a relaxing environment where you can go to relax, unwind and wash away the stresses of the day.

Your bathroom décor doesn’t have to be all about function—beautiful form is actually the difference between a ho-hum room and a relaxing retreat. Creative bath décor will absolutely change the way you think of this key area of your home, whether you’re building, remodeling, or just dreaming.

Bathrooms have now become a sanctuary as well as a practical room.

To create your own bathroom retreat, find inspiration from these ideas:

• Include natural elements such as wood and stone

• Use calming colours

• IInstall a stress-busting massage shower

• Choose a deep, freestanding bathtub for extra-long soaks

• Install a bathroom skylight for extra, natural light without compromising privacy

• Opt for inset basins for clean lines and a seamless look Include plenty of storage to minimise stressful clutter

• Finish off your look with some green, leafy plants and plenty of fluffy towels!

Smart technology

As home renovation technology advances, many homeowners continue to install smart technological gadgets in their houses to make their lives more comfortable. Besides, the devices provide timely solutions to problems facing most homeowners.

Smart technological devices are easy to use due to their simple designs and improved efficiency. Their innovative functionalities reduce human efforts to accomplish tasks.

The good news is that one can control these devices remotely using a smartphone. So, homeowners should ensure that they have a secure Wi-Fi connection.

Create a mudroom

Mudrooms have a plain name, but they can be a key space that makes your entire home more attractive and productive. When designed properly, mudrooms give you that user-friendly space for storage of items for the daily commute, hobbies, pets or sports. They also create

a buffer zone from the world outside and keep your floors free from mud and other debris. Mudrooms bring order to a messy house and your daily schedule.

When planning a mudroom, carefully consider your personal needs. For some, a mudroom designed for keeping the family organised is the top priority. For others, a mudroom with good storage solutions for a favourite hobby is the main objective. Or maybe you need a designated spot for all the pet supplies and accessories that are scattered all over your home.

Including flexible storage solutions is key for a mudroom created for keeping all members of the family neat and organised. Include a labelled basket or bin for each

person in the house to hold the season’s essentials. For example, jandals, sunscreen and sunglasses in the summer, and gloves, hats and scarves in the winter.

Seating is also important for putting on or removing shoes or boots. Open and closed lockers are a traditional storage solution for sports-minded mudrooms, but hooks alone also work well.

Keep in mind your current needs and flexible solutions that can grow with your family. You don’t want long-term storage in your mudroom, a mudroom is all about quick retrieval and unloading. Remember your kids will grow and the low-placed hooks for small backpacks might need to be moved up higher in a couple of years.

Whenever possible, choose storage units with adjustable shelves. When dealing with fixed shelves, baskets and bins are an inexpensive change you can make to accommodate the storage of larger or smaller items. Mudrooms are all about function rather than aesthetics.

The outdoor room

Over the past year, our gardens have become muchneeded outdoor rooms. Comfy chairs and sofas, a place to set your drink, and an emphasis on coming together are all it really takes to design an outdoor living room.

Extend your indoor space by dressing your outdoor living area with thoughtful furniture choices and accessories – such as armchairs and cushions. Turn your deck or patio into an outdoor room by adding a rug and some artwork.

As your outdoor living room is more likely to be used in the warmer months, try incorporating an element of garden shade, such as an awning or shade sail. Being able to shade the space during the hottest parts of the day will allow you to make the most of your space.

Located on Kina Beach Rd in gorgeous Tasman is renowned plumber and gas fitter Henny Russon of Henbridge Plumbing & Gas Ltd.

Henny is a registered craftsman plumber and gas fitter whose quality work is well regarded around our region. He’s only too happy to help you with your next project, or repair existing work.

Before we get to work, we discuss your available options to let you decide which pricing works best for you. We will work alongside our client to get the result they are seeking

We’re known for our old-fashioned customer service and for our effective work that we cater to the needs of our residential and commercial clients. Whether you need extensive repairs or basic maintenance, Henbridge Plumbing can help.

For all of your plumbing and gas fitting needs give us a call today on 03-526 6200 or 021 02978739, or send us an email henbridge@xtra.co.nz.

Spectrum Panel & Paint on Huffman Street Motueka is owned and operated by Gary Barrow who has over 36 years’ experience in the Panel & Paint industry. Spectrum Panel & Paint specialise in providing customers with great service using the latest techniques and equipment.

Bring your damaged vehicle into Spectrum Panel & Paint and we will make digital assessment to discover exactly what you need us to do.

The repair process of your vehicle is simple for the expert team at Spectrum Panel & Paint, the damaged vehicle comes in and a digital assessment is made. A detailed quote is provided to the client or insurance firm. Once this has been approved the work can begin.

The vehicle is stripped down and if necessary parts are ordered, the correct colour code is then carefully selected for the particular vehicle and is slow oven baked. Once Gary and his team are finished the vehicle is given a final inspection before being collected.

Give the team a call today on 03 5288693.

Built on a peninsular with the Aorere River estuary for a back boundary, the Collingwood Tavern is a favourite spot for locals.

With a stupendous views out over Golden Bay and to the mountains in the south, this is the place for relaxed living by day and glorious sunsets most evenings.

Golden Bay is a popular tourist destination, year round. The area is famous for its sunshine, golden sand beaches, and seafood. It is also famous as the departure point for tours to Farewell Spit, and for trampers walking the Heaphy Track.

With a spacious main bar, two garden-bar areas, and a restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining areas, Collingwood Tavern is well positioned to capture much of the passing tourist trade. The Tavern is also an important meeting place for local townspeople and farmers.

Visit the Collingwood Tavern and discover why it is so popular with both locals and visitors.

Join the locals at The Beached Whale Restaurant & Bar and enjoy our Kiwi hospitality in a casual, relaxed dining and bar environment.

With a full a la carte menu in the restaurant, and famous wood-fired pizzas, The Beached Whale caters for both eat-in and takeaway diners. Enjoy a drink from our fully-stocked bar, and make sure you sample one of our delicious local Marlborough wines.

Influenced by the origins of our international chefs, our menu uses fresh, local seafood and produce from the wider Tasman area. We also serve a full takeaway menu and gourmet burgers from our Beached As Caravan –operating from 8am until late, from December to March each year.

The Beached Whale is famous for our live music and fun atmosphere. We also have a pool table, 50” screens for live sports, themed entertainment nights, and pub quizzes.

Come to Kaiteriteri and experience the Beached Whale.

100% Kiwi owned and operated, Tyre General located at 285 High Street, Motueka knows the “right tyres” for “our” Kiwi roads. Being independently owned allows them to recommend the right tyre to

Tyre General can help you select the right Car or 4WD tyre from the world’s leading tyre brands. Entry Level, Medium Range or High Performance Tyres, Highway travel, All Terrain or Off-Road Tyres… Whatever brand or type of tyre you prefer, if it’s not on the shelf… they’ll

Not only does Tyre General provide 5 star service for your car and 4wd tyres they also specialise in Commercial tyre servicing for Trucking Fleets

But that’s not all, the team at Tyre General provide 24/7 support to help make your life easier. Give them a call on 03-528-1020

Powerboard Electrical Ltd Clive Thomas

Powerboard Electrical Ltd/Clive Thomas Electrical has been around for 42 years in Motueka. Having done all sorts of work for industries, rural and residential sectors. We now also specialise in Gree Heat Pumps, having become an authorised Gree Value Dealer for both residential and commercial air conditioners in New Zealand.

We install more floor console heath pumps than high wall heat pumps. With Gree Floor Console Heat Pumps, the unit being closer to the floor takes up the cold air making it hot. It only has to deal with the bottom half volume of the room which means huge running cost savings. Therefore they are excellent units for open plan/high celling housing.

The other electrical work we offer is in housing, new builds, rewiring and additions including exhaust fans, LED lighting and powerpoints. We also take care general electrical wiring. Most people know of us as the business that has stayed small with a good job done at the end of the day.

Powerboard Electrical Ltd – Phone 03 528 7362 or 027 252 6417 or email powerboardelectical@xtra.co.nz

Simplicity Funerals Nelson and Richmond are firm believers that all funerals should reflect the wishes of the family and/or deceased, no matter what their financial circumstances may be and Simplicity Funerals Nelson will ensure that this philosophy is always uphold.

When it comes to organising a funeral, the dedicated team at Simplicity Funerals are proud to say they do their best to make these processes as easy as possible.

With NO additional mileage or travel fees to the Motueka district, they are very happy to come to your home to discuss preplanning for those that are planning ahead and are available 24/7 for those families needing assistance upon the death of a loved one.

All of their funeral directors are fully qualified which gives you peace of mind that their excellent service standards are guaranteed.

Call them on Nelson (03) 539 0066 or Richmond (03) 929 5145 to discuss further.

To make the right choices, use the right people. We are an established, solutions-focused team of accountants; motivated to provide an outstanding service to our clients.

We have been trusted advisors to the local community for more than 60 years and are proud of our team and the mix of knowledge and youthful enterprise they bring to our business. We follow the same ‘continuous improvement’ model in our business that we want for our clients.

Our region is home to a cross section of businesses – from farming to retail and tourism – and we enjoy the challenges this diversity brings. In fact, we thrive on the opportunity to support our clients through each stage of their development and business growth.

Talk to one of our results-focussed team and discover why so many clients choose us to be their trusted advisors.

Find out more online https://www.mba.net.nz/ or call us 0800 610 123 to discover what we can do for you.

Murray Thorn Motorcycles is more than a motorbike shop, it’s a way of life. Murray and his team are passionate about what they do and the brands they carry. They pride themselves on giving their customers the best experience available and have a rock solid reputation of providing excellent service, support and satisfaction.

If you are a motorcycle enthusiast you will already know about the quality, value and standing of the Yamaha range. From Yamaha generators to motorcycles, you’ll find an impressive range of Yamaha products instore.

Suzuki is one of the world’s most successful automotive brands, enjoying a reputation as an innovative leader in quality motorcycles. Discover the safety, comfort and performance of Suzuki at Murray Thorn Motorcycles.

As Motueka’s leading motorcycle shop, Murray Thorn Motorcycles have a fully equipped workshop to take care of any repair work you require.

They are your one-stop shop for motorcycles, road bikes, off-road bikes, second-hand bikes, all-terrain vehicles, motorcycle parts, apparel, safety gear and accessories. You’ll find them at 239 High Street, Motueka.

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Tidal torment in Nelson Harbour for swimmers

By Peter Gibbs.

Swimmers faced a strong current from the incoming tide in race five of the Rylock series in Nelson harbour on Thursday, 16 December, but the season’s top swimmers just kept on at the front of the field.

Hayden Squance recorded his fourth win of the season ahead of Terry Bone, Hamish Neill and Abbey Smale. Austen Dean, home from Wellington for Christmas, was fifth, ahead of teenagers Emily Chadderton and Sam Harman, who fought each other all the way to the finish to take second and third place respectively in the women’s section.

Back in the field, many swimmers were caught out by the strong current.

The first leg of 300m south was a battle against the tide, but relatively straight-for-

ward.

After a right turn, the next 250m to the ‘dolphin’ navigation marker was more tricky, as the tide swept swim-

mers to the right.

But it was the final leg of 450m that really caught competitors out. While heading for a mark just off the yacht

club ramp, many were swept north towards the wharf. Even after rounding that marker it was difficult to take a straight line across the

fast-moving current to the finish.

In the end, it wasn’t just swimming ability that decided placings. The ability to successfully navigate was an important factor, which caused many upsets within the age groups.

The Nelson swims have been dominated in recent years by a group of hard working teenagers, but with many of them finishing school, the older competitors are getting a chance to shine, while a new crop of 13 and 14-year-olds pick up speed.

One dominant group is the training squad from lane five at Riverside Pool, who meet in the early morning four days a week.

Terry Bone leads M40-49. The 49-yearold has five wins from five races and was second overall on Thursday.

Just behind him in third was Hamish Neill, 58, who has won his age group in all three of the races he’s

appeared in so far this season.

Ben Van Dyke, 71, continues to defy the onset of age, finishing 10th overall. He’s unbeaten in M70+ this summer.

Lucy Barron, 29, has five age group wins under her belt so far. She was the fourth woman to finish.

Raphael Borborema is another lane five swimmer to feature. Although he was beaten back into third in race five, the Brazilian leads the points table in the highly competitive M30-39 group.

Yet more talent from that unique squad includes Fran Harris, who is unbeaten in F30-39, Ruth Thomas, with four out of four wins in F40-49 and Denis Cooper, Dick Bennison and Roger Matheson, who hold the first three spots on the points table in M60-69.

Lane five’s dominant female swimmer

Christina Harris is taking time out from racing to nurse a broken arm,

but she still trains in the pool every morning and has taken on the role of photographer on Thursday nights.

Coach Jon Linyard is responsible for the training programmes of the three squads at Riverside and he himself is no slouch, having finished second behind Bone on the four occasions he’s raced.

In the short race over 650m, swimmers had an even tougher battle to the first mark, but returned at high speed with the tide, although many were pushed past the yacht club ramp and had to struggle against the current to get to the finish.

Sophie Pahl was a close winner from Keshia Linyard, with Keisha Old and Dylan Bell next to finish. Swimming continues every Thursday through the summer from the Nelson Yacht Club.

More information at nelsonseaswims.co.nz

Ruby Bay swimmer and Tasman school teacher Hayden Squance was leading the Rylock swim series after his fourth win on Thursday, 16 December.

Photo: Christina Harris.

Matthew Cederman determined to outrun Baxter Button during a recent touch game.

Photo: Melissa Cullen.

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BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGEDWORKERS TRUST (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings.

BETTER BREATHERS CLASS MOTUEKA held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Wharf Road, Mondays at 11.30am – 12.30pm. $5 per class. Contact Sue at the Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or email asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 444 4708

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson. org.nz

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INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.

JUSTICEOFTHE PEACE 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.

MANDALA ART THERAPY - a journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday 4pm - 6pm at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 koha for the room. Maddy 027 336 6300.

MOTUEKA G.R.G. support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month 1-3pm. St Andrew’s lounge. 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed and supportive time with others. Phone 021 133 7299

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 Jana 5284355

MOTUEKA TOASTMASTERS Like to speak with more confidence? Friendly, supportive environment.

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 4484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

1st and 3rd Weds, 6.45-8.30pm, St Johns rooms, Jack Inglis hospital grounds, 15 Courtney St, Motueka. Visitors welcome. More info email Tam: tortipon@ gmail.com or ph 021 0873 8996.

MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP: www.motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursday - meet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Road. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 to book a ride, 24hrs notice required / mapuawheels@gmail.com

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

RADIOCONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

RED CROSS SHOP Shop open 10-2pm Mon-Fri. All welcome. Donations much appreciated.

SURVIVORSAND THRIVERS - If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKING GROUP. Meeting on Fridays at 10AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03-528 8358

AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK 24a Tudor Street The Shed - Every Wednesday 10am More info phone 027 921 4074

THE MALE ROOM Free Service for male survivors. Peer support. 24a Tudor Street Wednesday and Thursday and other days by appointment. Call Carl 022 452 4215 or email steppingstone4@gmail.com www.maleroom.co.nz

GATEWAY TO YOURWELLBEING The shed is a mental health day service for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the days in a supportive and caring environment. Ph 027 921 4074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka. SUSTAINING TENANCIES Having trouble with your Tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Gateway Housing Trust. Contact us today housing@ght.co.nz Ph 03 545 7100

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ALLTREECARE

Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming. Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 (AH) 03 5278 426

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EUCALYPT US GARDEN SLEEPERS available. Free delivery in the Motueka area. Ph. 021 228 5025.

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storage

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 $6.20pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.

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For a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626

dentures

NE W DENT U RES , relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

HOLIDAY GARDEN projects timber, bulky timbers from garden edgings to Sleepers etc etc. Length milled with 3 days including holidays. Gum, Macrocarp or Old Man Pine. Phone Peter The Woodman - near Weka Peckers Refuse Centre - 03 528 7554 for discussion or leave a message. Wholesale prices.

in memoriam

Krammer Neil 3/09/1956 - 11/01/2018

With treasured memories. Gone yet never forgotten. We miss and love you. From your loving family, Wife Viv, Daniel, Hayley and Steve, and your number one Grandson Jack. Tight lines and Keep On Truckin.

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RETAIL ARCADE PREMISES with High Street frontage next to New World Supermarket and opposite Warehouse. 75m2 of Shop Space, plus an arcade ‘display/ seating’ area of 41m2. Possibility of reliable subtenant for part of premises if required. Ph 527 8261

TASMAN BLASTING

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LONG TERM RENTAL for father and son. 2 bedroom. Motueka/Riwaka area. References Ph Jon 022 642 7519

Experience is a wonderful teacher. Expertise is having the right answers.

With 140 years of helping New Zealanders with their legal and financial matters, there’s almost no situation we haven’t studied or solved. From wills to family trusts, we can o er expert advice and tailor made solutions to any family situation.

The team at Public Trust Nelson can visit your home in Motueka, or meet you at Morrison Square, Level 1, Suite 3/244 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010. Give us a call on 0800 371 471 to book an appointment or for more information. publictrust.co.nz

Input is sought on a new Tasman Wastewater Bylaw

It is essential that Tasman District Council can manage and control the type and volume of discharges to its wastewater system. The unpredictable nature of trade waste can have a significant impact on the operation of the system and treatment processes.

A Wastewater Bylaw sets out the trade waste registration/permit application process and establishes the statutory authority for the recovery of fees and charges.

The bylaw also sets out the requirements around wastewater system infrastructure that applies to all wastewater connections.

In reviewing the previous Bylaw, Council staff have addressed issues associated with the management of trade waste and wastewater that have arisen since the last review in 2015.

These include providing further guidance on what discharges are permitted or require a permit.

It ensures it matches the regulations of Nelson City Council and the Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit and it provides further guidance on pressure sewer systems and swimming pool discharges.

The Draft Wastewater Bylaw is open for feedback until Monday 7 March 2022.

Copies are available at all Council Service Centres and libraries and on our website, tasman.govt.nz.

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Speedster nabs Masters Sportsperson of the Year

Local champion sportswoman Joeline Jones was named as Masters Sportsperson of the Year at the Nelson Tasman Sports Awards on Friday, 4 December, capping off what has been anoth-

er sensational year for the athlete.

The awards are based on achievements between November 2020 and October 2021, and in that time Jo racked up the following results:

13-15

November 2020 South Islands Masters Athletic Championships, Dunedin

Women’s 1st 60m, 1st 100m, 1st 200m (broke 30yr old South Island Record), 1st

400m (South Island record), 1st Pentathlon (South Island & NZ record).

January 2021

Virtual Oceania Masters Athletic Championships –35-39yr age group

women 1st 60m (NZ record), 1st 100m, 1st 200m, 1st 400m.

February 26-28 NZ masters national track & field championships, Inglewood. 35-39yr age group women: 1st 60m, 100m, 200,

400m and 1st pentathlon + NZ Record

Wednesday, 10 March, Nelson broke 60m NZ record for 40yr old females.

So all up 3x NZ records, 3x South Island records for the

season. As of October 2021, Jo’s race times of 2021 had her ranked #24 in world for 400m 35-39yrs, #27 in world 200m & #17 in world 400m for 40year old women.

Track and Field champion athlete Joeline Jones has been named the Masters Sportsperson of the Year at the Nelson Tasman Sports awards.