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Security cameras reducing crimes JO KENT A new security camera network in Brightwater has enabled police to solve 80 to 90 per cent more petty crime since they were installed recently. Chairman for the Brightwater Community Association, Matt Stuart, says previously they would have had no idea who was

responsible for the smaller crimes in the area. “The new cameras have helped police solve way more of the crime that has gone on here than they would have prior. “Previously, we would have had no idea who had been cutting the newly-planted trees in half or who was breaking into cars. The list goes on.”

The Brightwater Association came up with the idea of installing the cameras after speaking to local constable Jamie White. “It was driven along by the fact we were constantly hearing of small things happening, like windows getting smashed and other things which were causing financial and emotional distress to the community,” Matt says.

Some local businesses have helped with either financing the equipment or donating the power that the cameras hook up to. There are 11 locations so far, with some having two or three cameras angled in different directions. “It got to a point were we needed a more flash camera that recognises car number plates instantly and sends a notification direct-

Region’s best young grower found MAX FRETHEY The biggest competition in the local horticulture industry has crowned a new winner. The Nelson Regional Young Grower of the Year competition, which focuses on a broad range of skills essential for the sector and running a horticultural business, was held at the A&P Showgrounds on Friday. “The competition is designed to grow our young, up-and-coming, talented growers,” organiser Richard Clarkson says. The competitors were tested in several challenges that involved irrigation, first aid, pest and disease management, machinery safety,

ly to the police, but that cost so much more and we needed help with costs.” So the association approached NBS, who provide financial support to various community projects each year. NBS community engagement manager Nick Foster says the

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Julia Milson from Edens Road Fruit Limited took part in the annual horticultural skills competition at the A&P Showgrounds last week. Photo: Jo Kent.

risk mitigation, as well as public speaking and general knowledge. “It’s not about who can grow the biggest vegetable,” Richard says. “It’s about testing their skills across the industry.” Richard says that the competitors do an incredible job each year and the participants in last week’s competition were no exception. “They did a really good job; they can hold their heads high.” Three of the four competitors in last week’s competition were women. “This year was definitely a celebration of the growing number of women involved

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FROM PAGE 1 in and joining the horticulture industry,” this year’s winner Meryn Whitehead says. The 28-year-old is a supervisor at Vailima Orchard. “This is the second year that I’ve entered the Nelson competition. I love a challenge so thought I would give the competition another go this year,” she says. Meryn says the competition is a fantastic opportunity no matter their result. “Regardless of whether you win these competitions, you walk away with great connections, greater confidence, and a boost to your career.” Richard says the wet weather made the competition a bit more challenging, but the contestants took it in their stride, and it was a good day nonetheless. “But the great thing about horticulturalists is we’re used to dealing with weather, it’s part of our daily job.”

bank helps out local groups involved with everything from sports and recreation to social enterprises and arts and culture. “Any project where we see good community outcomes is where we like to help. And this was a perfect one for us as it’s had a great outcome already and has proved extremely helpful for Brightwater.” Matt says it’s also great for helping out other communities who may not have security cameras rigged up yet. “If you are coming into this district and have just committed a crime, there is a very good chance we’re going to get you. “For example, if someone

Brightwater Community Association’s Matt Stuart and Aleisha Hosie with NBS’s Nick Foster and some of their new tech. Photo: Jo Kent. robs a house in Dovedale and drives through here with a trailer full of stolen

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Ratepayers in the Tasman District have had their rates increased by an average of 5.05 per cent this month following the council’s adoption of its Annual Plan 2022/23. The original options for rate increases laid out in the plan were 7.7 per cent and 5.51 per cent, the latter being more favoured by councillors. A rate increase of 5.05 per cent came after the Annual Plan was put out for public consultation and residents voiced their support for keeping rates down. The increase, despite being lower than the original options, is still higher than the 4.17 per cent increase proposed by the council’s LongTerm Plan and the cap of 4.5 per cent that was outlined in the council’s Financial Strategy, both of which were adopted in 2021. To try and lower the rising rates, TDC has reduced its budgets for consulting, maintenance, and operations, and deferred capital programme projects and $2 million in digital innovation work. The council also sought

$500,000 for the implementation of the Water Services Act 2021 through the government’s ‘Better Off Funding’. “We have been acutely aware of

We have been acutely aware of the need to keep costs down Acting chief executive Leonie Rae

the need to keep costs down,” acting chief executive Leonie Rae says. “However, we have no choice but to deliver the services that are needed with a determined effort to play our part in supporting a healthy

and thriving community.” Council attributes the rise in rates to ‘unanticipated and largely unavoidable’ cost increases which include maintaining insurance cover, complying with government’s Water Services Act, funding cost overruns in the Waimea Community Dam, as well as attracting and retaining staff in a competitive labour market. In addition to the rise in rates, council also increased several fees and charges, though these were mostly in line with inflation. Notable changes include the hourly charge‐out rate for council staff rising from $164 an hour to $170, the removal of the $523 charge that accompanied the issuance of a Notice to Fix, and a 20 per cent increase to waste charges at TDC Resource Recovery Centres.

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Cancer Society centre manager Michell Hunt receiving a $12k cheque from Mitre 10 Mega staff Nic, Teigan and Murray. Photo: Supplied.

Relay Your Way raises $80k SARA HOLLYMAN The Cancer Society Nelson Tasman’s biennial Relay for Life appeal has raised more than $80,000 for cancer support in the region. With the cancellation of the last event due to Covid-19, the decision was made to change this year’s appeal to Relay for Life – Relay Your Way, which encouraged people to host and participate in their own events.

The team at Nelson’s Mitre 10 Mega came up with the idea to run a 24-hour exercise-a-thon, which saw the installation of four exercise machines in store, with the team using them for 24 hours while being sponsored Community engagement manager Murray Leaning says the fundraising drive was a “massive success”. The store also ran three fundraising sausage sizzles, and a raffle which saw winners take

home first prize of a brand-new BBQ as well as other goodies from the stores suppliers. “The team deserve to have their hard mahi recognised, and we want to thank all those customers who sponsored our exercise team, bought sausages and raffle tickets,” Murray says. The total amount raised by Mitre 10 Mega Nelson was $12,031.45. I believe we were in second place overall, for fundraising in the re-

gion. Cancer Society Nelson Tasman centre manager Michelle Hunt says the support from the community has been overwhelming. “Teams like Mitre 10 Nelson went all out with finding ways to do Relay for Life a new way such as their 24hr exercise a thon, and a massive raffle due to wonderful support from their suppliers.” Relay Your Way has raised just over $80,000 for the Cancer Soci-

ety Nelson Tasman to ensure that we can continue to support those with cancer in our community. The Cancer Society Nelson Tasman has been overwhelmed by the support from our community. Mitre 10 are now on the search for more community projects that they can help with offering up 10 people for 10 hours work to assist where they can. To put your project forward email murray. leaning@meganelson.co.nz

Parking fees increase at Nelson airport JENNY NICHOLSON Parking fees at the Nelson Airport have risen 25 per cent this month. Nelson Airport communications manager Beth Catley says there

was a combination of factors leading to the 1 July 2022 increase. “Unfortunately, just like everywhere else the costs for the airport are increasing,” Beth says. “The last few years revenue has

been down as a result of disruption to travel.” She says it is the first increase since 2018. Beth says there hasn’t been a lot of feedback yet, although a few people have queried the changes

and asked about the increase in fees. “There hasn’t been a lot of comment, but it has only been in place since the start of this month,” she says. To park in the main car park

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Region welcomes new healthcare system From 1 July, as part of the Government’s changes to health services, all District Health Boards became part of one united entity. Health NZ Te Whatu Ora, a central agency, has replaced the country’s 20 district health boards. It aims to streamline our healthcare system, so people get the same level of care no matter where they live. Things won’t change immediately - when people need care, they will still go to the same providers and the same hospital that they do now. Under the new system, the country has been split into four health regions - Northern, Te Manawa Taki, Central, and Te Waipounamu. Health New Zealand and the Māori Health Authority will work together at a regional level, including through co-located teams and embedded regional management arrangements. Former Nelson Marlborough District Health Board chairperson, Jenny Black, says that people won’t notice a differ-

ence in the care they receive. In her statement to the final board meeting last month, she said much of the new system “will look the same, but there does need to be change”. “To get rid of variability in outcomes and improve inequities for Māori are issues that must be addressed.” Over the next two years, Te Whatu Ora will be putting in place the operating models and accountability structures that will deliver on the New Zealand Health Plan, ensuring safe service delivery and sustainability of our system for the future. The first six months of transition will unify reporting lines for functions and see the completion of permanent leadership appointments in national and regional functions. Interim regional and district directors have been put in place, who will guide and unify local healthcare teams to work together for the benefit of patients, whānau, and communities while a regional management board is estab-

lished, and national structures are recruited and embedded. As well as the interim district director, Nelson Marlborough, Lexie O’Shea, formerly the DHB’s chief executive, the region has an interim regional director, Te Waipounamu, Peter Bramley, who will support the area. Under these arrangements, delegations for decision-making are in many cases the same as for the former chief executives and boards. Current consumer councils will continue to operate in the interim as their future is considered as part of the wider Health New Zealand operating model. In addition, there will be the establishment of Iwi Māori Partnership Boards to identify whānau aspirations and ensure these are reflected in agreed locality priorities and plans. Te Whatu Ora chair Rob Campbell says changes will take time, but planned care, such as scheduled surgery, was one area where people could expect results fairly quickly.

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Chick out Appleby School’s new pets JO KENT Appleby School pupils welcomed some new chicks to the classroom last week which will replace the four resident chickens the students had grown to love. Teacher Andrew Mason says the school the former chickens had stopped laying and so office manager Danella took them home to retire on her property. “They were lovely girls and will now live out a free-range dream for the rest of their lives. But the kids were pretty sad to lose their feathered friends, so we hatched a plan.” An incubator was put into one of the Year 5/6 classrooms and the wait was

on. “From that process the students got their first chick, named HENry, but when it became apparent that HENry was the only viable egg, some local help was called into action.” A group of students made the trip out to Appletons and chose some friends for the first chick. They brought back Summer, Hei Hei (chicken in Te Reo), Sarah and DF (short for deep fried). “They are all getting along famously and will soon be old enough so that we will have chickens out roaming our school grounds again.” The previous chickens produced two eggs a day which were sold at school to pay for their upkeep.

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Moko kauae: Symbol of identity

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The Community Oral Health Service has unsurprisingly been impacted by Covid-19, with ongoing limitations to the service. Staff illnesses and the unprecedented shortage of dental and oral health therapists have been factors in the difficulty to provide timely care for children in the Nelson Marlborough region. A number of strategies are being put in place to keep wait times to a minimum including many private dentists agreeing to take over the care of Year 7 and 8 students, instead of the usual transfer to private dentists at Year 9.

Tā moko can represent many things for those who recieve them; whānau, leadership, whakapapa and status. Moko kauae: Symbol of identity, shares stories of strong wāhine who have received their moko kauae to mark a new phase in their life journey. JENNY NICHOLSON For Jannelle Patterson, the decision to receive her moko kauae marked a new beginning, one free from the domestic violence that she encountered for years. She says, while the facial tattoo is a symbol of her identity today, it is just one part of her story. “My home wasn’t a home; it was a prison. I was distraught and alone,” she recalls of the years she spent in an abusive relationship. Now free, Jannelle’s moko kauae is a firm reminder of the path she has travelled and stands as a symbol of the strong woman she is today. A moko kauae represents a woman’s whānau and leadership within her community, recognising her whakapapa, status, and abilities. When Jannelle met with her tattooist she shared her story of breaking free from domestic violence which was then translated it into her artwork. The outer lines of her moko were carefully designed to symbolise the strong boundaries she now has in place. Although Jannelle grew up in a family with supportive parents, she says the restrictions she had as the only girl in

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With preparations underway for the planned expansion of the public transport services, new bus stops, shelters, and seats are being placed around the district. Work was recently completed on the bus stop outside the Richmond Cemetery, with the installation of a shelter. There is another shelter outside the movie theatre on Berryfield Drive. The Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council are working together to extend regular bus services to Wakefield, and they hope to have the new routes running by mid-2023.

Janelle Patterson received her moko kauae. Photo: Jenny Nicholson. the family caused her to rebel. She owns the choices she made, but says she was “blind” when she first got into what would become a controlling relationship. “I couldn’t see my friends, my family.” She was offered help from members of her church, but wouldn’t accept. After one particular incident she went to Women’s Refuge but was in a cycle where she would continue to return to the relationship. For fear of losing her

children, she stayed, but eventually, a final straw gave her the strength that she now carries today. “Yes, I have PTSD, depression, and stress anxiety, but I’m still a capable mum.” She is now working helping others, feels more independent, and has friends and a church who surround her and her family. When she looks to her future, it is a brighter one with plans to study social work and continue a career of helping others.

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The Little River Estate cheese making team was awarded the Supreme Champion for their Mt Richmond Cheese at New Zealand Champions of Cheese Awards. 2022 master judge Jason Tarrant says Little River Mt Richmond is ‘a very near perfect cheese scoring a consistent 99/100 across the judging panel.’ He says the cheese is superb. Mt Richmond was also a trophy winner in 2021. Cheesemaker Francis Bigot says it is most satisfying when they receive an award in consecutive years.

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Lives change for 22 kids A domestic violence survivor who worries every day for her son’s future and a couple sharing a bedroom with their three children have been given an opportunity that will change their lives. Twelve families, with a combined 22 children, were last week told which of the new Habitat for Humanity townhouses in the Main Rd Stoke development will become the first property they have ever owned. Habitat for Humanity were able to purchase the land behind Elim Christian Centre and build six two-bedroom and six three-bedroom homes with an interest free loan from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. Of the hundreds of people that attended initial information meetings for Habitat’s progressive homeownership system - one of the required conditions to making an application to be considered for one of the homes - 88 families followed through with a full application. Of the 88 families, 33 had savings of more than $1000 and just nine had more than $20k saved, but none had enough to put forward a deposit to purchase a property on their own. Habitat staff say the overwhelming reason given for applying was the poor condition of their existing residence, including cold, overcrowding and not fit-forpurpose. From the list, 27 families were shortlisted and interviewed by the selection team, which Habitat Nelson manager Nick Clarke says was a huge and complex undertaking. Solo mum Jayden Kelly walked to the Victory Community Centre from her home in Atawhai to attend the information meeting and the hike paid off, with her and her three-year-old son Noah, being selected as one of the 12 families. She says the thing she’s most looking forward to is never being asked to move out again.

Nick says it’s a five year journey from when families move in around April 2023. “At that time the properties are valued and we say ‘right that’s the purchase price’, but that’s what they’ll pay in five years-time.” Until then they will pay an agreed rent, customised to each family’s budget. After five years, the rent they have paid gets given back to them for the deposit on the settlement of the home. “They pay rent, we set the rent looking at their budgets, they pay that but that gets credited off the purchase price,” says Nick. “So when it comes to settling in five years’ time, they’ve saved five years’ worth of rent. It’s a hand-up, not a hand-out. “People have to be prepared to journey with us on this.” Bruno and Mariette Zoeppritz-Saia and their 18-month-old daughter Elara have been living in a caravan for the past year, trying to save to purchase a home. “We’ve been trying different housing strategies over time - we’ve rented a room, lived in a unit, rented a sleepout, we were house-sitting for a year, but it’s always temporary,” Bruno says. “We didn’t mind so much at the time, but once Elara was born, we wanted to find something more permanent,” adds Mariette. After the in-person interview they say it was impossible not to get their hopes up, but in early June they were told they were successful and in April next year would move into their first home together. Bruno says they are excited about the community they will be living in. “It’s the thing I didn’t know I dreamt of, especially for Elara,” Mariette says. Nick says the families are on the start of a journey that’s a “game-changer”. “It’s a pleasure to be involved.”

Bruno and Mariette Zoeppritz-Saia and their 18-month-old daughter Elara. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

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Brightwater pub to be bowled 20 April 2022

After announcing the restaurant and bar at the Brightwater Motel was closing back in April under new ownership, the decision was made to keep it open. Rebranding as the Brightwater Bar & Bistro, it opened last week to an eager community. After listening to feedback from locals, every Saturday will now be karaoke night and the menu offers everything from burgers to brownies.

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Grant’s winning ride JO KENT A car that has spent much of its 33-year life with the same owner will get a $5000 pickme-up thanks to a competition aimed at restoring a neglected ride. The ‘Revive My Ride’ competition, led by Brightwater Motors, announced Nelson’s Grant Wilkins and his 1989 Ford Laser GTX as the winner of the vehicle overhaul. The car is a rare 1800 turbo 4x4 version of the classic brand and has immense sentimental value to Grant. He says the win will allow him to give it the lift it has sorely needed. “It’s the first car I ever bought when I was in my teens,” says Grant, who’s owned the Ford

for almost 21 years. “It’s sort of like one of my kids really.” ‘Little Red’ as Grant calls it, has survived numerous backcountry tours with his daughter, Addison, when she was younger. Owing to its four-wheel drive capacity, he’s driven it hard across dirt, gravel and fords – never getting stuck. Following the expansion of Grant’s family and the introduction of a larger vehicle, the Laser was lent to his mum by way of a long-term arrangement, who subsequently lent it out to her friends and other family members before Grant finally got his hands back on the keys again. In between loans, the car sits on the side of the road outside Grant’s house, waiting for its next ad-

venture. “Every time I’ve walked past her lately, I’ve felt like I can see her slowly dying,” says Grant, who sadly admits that the car has been at the bottom of a priority pile. “I’m stoked she’s going to get a new lease of life. I’ll be a bit more picky about who borrows it after this.” The judges of the competition were blown away by the deep connection owners had with their vehicles. “Stories imbued with nostalgia and sentimentality tell of cars being passed down through generations, special family holidays, learner driver exams, hay in boots and mountain bikes on racks,” says Brightwater Motors owner Dave Gilberd.

“Many of the vehicles have names. Some are upheld as ‘trusty companions’ and even lifelines.” Grant has recently changed his will to request that the car never be sold. “She’s a bit of a collector’s item. Just the other day someone walked in off the street wanting to buy her. I think I might have to put her in the garage after all this.” The prize covers mechanical and body work, new tyres, deep cleaning and detailing executed by a team of experts including Motueka’s Spectrum Panel & Paint and Nelson/Blenheim’s Sky Automotive alongside Brightwater Motors. Little Red’s transformation will be complete at the end of the month.

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Since vacating the car lot on Richmond’s Queen Street at the end of May, Karl Lyford and Gray Fielding are trading as Motoring Solutions from a new site on Dakota Street at Nelson Airport. “With all the clean car fees/ tax the government has imposed on imports, things have been slower than usual,” Karl says. “I think it’ll make people keep older cars on the road, as they don’t have the money to update. Also, a lot of people aren’t keen on going with an EV because this region does a lot of outdoor sports and EVs just don’t work.” He says the horror stories about replacement costs of battery packs has also put people off. “Most hybrids that come from Japan are over 10 years old or 100,000km and the battery pack has done a lot of work in traffic in Japan. So there’s around 70 per cent lifespan left when they get here, with a cost of about $6000 to replace.”

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The Founders Book Fair earned $150,714 this year, similar to the earnings in 2019 which was the last event unaffected by Covid-19. Nelson City Council’s group manager of community and recreation, Andrew White, says this is essential funding for supporting improvement projects at Founders Heritage Park. “As always, our volunteers did an incredible job putting on a great event with 9,800 visitors. Thank you to everyone in the community who came to support Founders.”

Public speaking club on verge of closing 27 April, 2022

Powertalk Nelson-Waimea, which was on the verge of closing due to dwindling membership, will now be able to keep going due to new members coming on board. Current member Linda Bergman says that after the article ran in the Waimea Weekly, they had 18 enquires from interested people. “From those we had two people who signed up with another two who probably will. We really got some traction, and the article was surprisingly effective.” Call 0277660347 if you would like find out about joining.

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Caleb Orme tries out the new swinging disc at Hart Reserve. Photo: Jo Kent.

Playgrounds swing into action JO KENT The Hart Reserve on Fairose Drive and Sabine Reserve off Cupola Crescent in Richmond are finally taking shape after months of waiting for playground equipment to arrive in shipping containers from overseas. Tasman District Council horticultural officer Richard Hilton says that staffing issues have impacted on the design and layout of the reserves and plans have subsequently had to change along the way. “The Hart Reserve now has two swings and a circular mesh swing in place, and it’s hoped the pump track will be revived after maintenance and water drainage issues rendered the last one unfit for purpose.” The pump track runs along the length of the reserve and has been designed for younger children as a ‘have a go’ area. “It was a grass strip which was difficult to maintain and mow because of all the ramps and humps, but we’d like to turn it into a gravel pump track which was the original idea.”

Drainage was another problem as water began pooling along the track where the ground was compacted, creating stagnant puddles. “If we do the gravel surface, we’ll put some drains in too, so that the water can drain away because we’ve got the stream drain right next to it, so it’s very feasible.” The area has been cut back and sprayed in anticipation of the gravel being laid, but the ground is being left to dry out after the recent wet weather. The play area was intended to have more equipment installed in earlier plans, but that changed along the way. “Trying to fit another unit into that space proved too difficult as it just wasn’t quite big enough but I still wouldn’t mind putting a seesaw in a separate area of that reserve. So hopefully there will be something more to come.” Meanwhile, the Sabine Reserve just off Hart Road, is a few weeks away from the next phase of construction. Reserves officer for Tasman District Council Stephen

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Richards says the paths and tables are in and some areas have been sprayed off for planting, so hopefully greenery will go in over the next two to three weeks. “Plant supply is really difficult at the moment, like GIB board. It’s driving us mad but it’s getting close to getting completed.” There will also be a swing and a small climbing feature installed in the coming months. “The swing has turned up, but the piece of climbing equipment is still being produced and will arrive in the next six weeks. We consulted the people who live in the surrounding streets over what they wanted in the reserve, and 80 per cent who responded asked for a swing and something to climb on, so that’s what they are getting.” The two reserves will eventually be connected by a small path which will cut through the housing development making it easy to access both by foot. “It just makes it easier for people to access both areas.”

Drawing upon 18 years of surgical experience in the Nelson and Tasman regions, Tasman Day Surgery opened its doors to the public on March 7. We talk to director, Dr Jane Strang about how things are progressing with the new clinic and her team of talented health care professionals.

The opening of the day stay hospital has been on the cards since 2019, how have you found things so far?

Everything has been running as we hoped it would, we were very well prepared! It has taken a team of us getting together, involved every step of the way, with many meetings to ensure everything aligned. We are excited to offer a safe, caring and welcoming space for people to come to. Lynda Wakefield, our general manager has been instrumental in it all coming together.

How easy is it for people to access Tasman Day Stay and the services that your team have available?

We always prefer people have a referral from their general practitioner as it is always important to keep your GP informed of your health. But we do welcome people to pop in and have a chat with one of our wellresourced administration or nursing team, they are always happy to assist in whatever way they can.

Having any surgical procedure done can be a daunting time for anyone, how do you put someone at ease?

Being able to provide a comfortable and welcoming place for a procedure is paramount to reassurance – it doesn’t feel like a hospital. We provide an environment that is well staffed and wellresourced giving us the ability to provide that extra little bit of care and attention that is required. The four endoscopists at TDS work collaboratively to ensure quick access to the service and the nursing and administration staff assist in helping patients get well prepared for the day of procedure. Many patients will have a procedure done and be comfortably home within four hours.

Your passion for your work shines through, what is it that drives your devotion to the field?

I just love my work! I have been a consultant at NMDHB for 14 years, doing private general surgery and endoscopy for 13 years. I enjoy the theory and science behind surgical problems, the technical aspect of my work, and the people that we are helping. It can be a scary time for people, and you end up forming longterm relationships with many of them. It is wonderful to be able to stay involved and support people through their tough times. I also love the teaching element of my work, it really is satisfying, and having to keep up to date with ever changing technologies and techniques is extremely important.

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We look forward to welcoming new endoscopists and surgeons on board in the next few months and have a few exciting plans in the pipeline for further development of the services we provide. development of the services we provide. YOU CAN COME DIRECT TO SEE US OR THROUGH YOUR GP OR SPECIALIST REFERRAL. 341 Lower Queen Street, Richmond 0800 827 329 | enquiries@tasmandaysurgery.co.nz www.tasmandaysurgery.co.nz

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Kākā sighting in Spring Grove JO KENT A kākā has made itself at home in Spring Grove after it was spotted several times last week. Local resident Neil Robertson caught sight of the large parrot while he was sitting in his garden one afternoon. “Something flew overhead and then turned around and came back and landed in our oak tree. It sat there for a while, and I managed to get quite close to it.” He says as the bird didn’t fly off, he grabbed a ladder and got up on his shed roof until he was just a few metres away. “It seemed far more interested in tearing into a dead branch to eat the bugs and insects than it was in me. “So, when it flew onto a higher branch, I climbed up after it to take a photo.” Neil has lived in the property for five years and it’s the first time he’s ever seen a kākā in his garden. “At first I thought it might be some kind of kite or hawk but I was really happy when I realised it was actually a kākā.” Department of Conservation

The kākā sat in an oak tree and pecked away at a branch for bugs and insects. Photo: Neil Robertson. Motueka biodiversity ranger Ivan Rogers says kākā are more likely to be encountered in our national parks. However, they are strongly flighted, inquisitive and free to come and go as they please and that includes flying to rural and urban areas. “In recent years, we have been receiving reports of kākā sightings in places such as Motueka, Appleby and Brightwater.”

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“We ask people to admire kākā from a distance and take care not to disturb them. With many more people getting involved in community conservation and backyard trapping, we can expect to see more of these magnificent parrots outside of our national parks.” Project Janszoon director Bruce Vander Lee says the programme has released 35 kākā into the Abel Tasman National Park as part of

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in the course of which a variety of motions and amendments were made and seconded and discussed and withdrawn, to the amusement of some and the evident mystification of others”. As the meeting had a broad scope of attendees, and consisted of all classes of colonists, it was unclear exactly who had a right to make amendments to the report’s findings and recommendations; the landowners in attendance believing only they ought to have a say. “After several hours had been thus passed in doing nothing.” The chair of the meeting, Francis Otterson, quite suddenly announced that the report’s au-

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thorshad withdrawn the report altogether. Before the bewildered attendees could disperse, however, it was suggested that perhaps a new committee ought to be appointed to inquire into the state of the settlement, “to suggest such measures as may contribute to its present and future prosperity”. Politics, perhaps, has not far evolved in 170-odd years. Francis Otterson, who was appointed to this new committee,

Auckland Point at the port, and by May the next year he had completed one of the best-situated piers in the channel. From the warehouse Otterson dealt in a variety of items: “2 tons West India sugar” and “30 barrels prime Irish pork” were advertised alongside “1 ton best London soap” and “4 cases Yankee axes”, as well as alcohol, pots and pans, spades and shovels, and clothing. Seeds were imported from England:

The 1871 homestead at Rostrevor, Francis Otterson’s farm (circa 1920). The homestead is one of the oldest in the district, having been reloacted to Orinoco in the 1980s. Photo: Supplied. was one of the area’s earliest settlers, and was from the get-go very active in local politics. The Irish Roman Catholic had come to Nelson from a mercantile background. At the end of 1842 he had built, with Mr Sclanders, a bonded warehouse made of timber at

mustard, cress, marrowfat peas, Dutch turnips and red celery. Two years later, Otterson and Sclanders built a brick warehouse as well as a crane. Otterson, however, while a merchant, also became one of the first farmers in Richmond. He owned 100 acres on what is

now Lower Queen Street—the large gum trunk is all that remains of a grove he planted on the property he called Rostrevor. (The homestead built on the farm in 1871 is one of the oldest homes in the district, having been relocated to Orinoco in the 1980s. In its place, Oakwoods Retirement Village was developed.) His wheat and livestock were reportedly of the highest quality and fetched good prices. Still, as he himself confessed, he was “no friend of extravagance”. A justice of the peace, Otterson sat on the jury bench in court. He advocated for better road quality, opposed a motion to reduce the number of police constables in the district, and proposed a cattle fair at Richmond. This cattle fair would be one of the many things for which he would be remembered after his untimely death just a few short years later.

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Food security is a key issue for the health of New Zealanders. While rates of food insecurity have been of concern in New Zealand for a long time, COVID-19 and the associated increases in the cost of living have further exacerbated the problem. Food Security is defined as sustainable access to affordable and nutritious kai. Approximately 14% of New Zealand are ‘Food Insecure’, making putting healthy kai on the table each day a significant challenge and needing assistance. Food Insecurity & Health Outcomes: Food

insecurity is associated with detrimental health outcomes such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and micronutrient deficiencies. The New Zealand Health Survey 2020/21 found that 1 in 3 adults were classified as obese (34.3%), up from 31.2% in 2019/20 a massive 9% increase. Food Security in New Zealand: The 2008/09 New Zealand National Nutrition Survey indicated that only three out of five households were classified as almost or fully food secure. Households in neighbourhoods with higher levels of deprivation were less likely to be food secure, as were Māori and Pacific households.

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Food stress occurs when a household needs to spend more than 25% of its disposable income on food. Most families on low incomes will need to spend a much higher percentage of their income to purchase ‘basic’ healthy foods and many will experience ‘food stress’. Initiatives & Support Available: Community-based food projects such as community gardens, food cooperatives, and fruit and veg swaps have the potential to impact food insecurity at a local community level. They offer the opportunity of healthy food at a lower cost to those in

need, particularly if they are part of a comprehensive population-based approach to improving food security and issues of sustainability are addressed. There are several great examples across Te Tauihu of community-led food initiatives and further support is needed in this space alongside continued advocacy for policies and system changes to make putting healthy kai on the table every day achievable for all.

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Feeling unwell? Omicron continues to circulate in our community and open borders are bringing new COVID-19 subvariants, as well as flu and other respiratory illnesses. All these factors are putting additional significant pressure on our health system. Our healthcare teams are part of the community, too, which means they are also vulnerable to COVID-19 and winter illnesses and this has an impact, with some staff absences, making for some challenging conditions. What you can do to help • Empower yourself this winter. Health Navigator is a good place to start to learn about what symptoms can be managed at home and what requires medical attention. Information on Health Navigator is reviewed by New Zealand health professionals. • If you are worried, reach out via phone. If you or your whānau are unwell but you’re not sure if you need to see a doctor, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free health advice 24/7 from registered nurses. For COVID-19 health advice, call 0800 358 5453 anytime. For COVID-19 vaccination advice, call 0800 28 29 26 (8am 8pm 7 days a week).

• Talk to your pharmacy. Pharmacists can help you treat many minor ailments with over-the-counter medicines. They can help you put together a Winter Wellness Kit before you’re unwell. Many pharmacies also offer immunisations, including flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. Seek advice from your local pharmacist today. • Know when to escalate care. GP Dr Elizabeth Wood says some of the common reasons to seek help include, sudden deterioration in condition, being unwell for 3-4 days and getting worse, increasing shortness of breath, chest pain or severe headache, cough with large amounts of coloured or blood-stained phlegm/ sputum/ spit, Unable to drink / not passing urine / persistent vomiting, Increased confusion, Skin rash that does not disappear when pressed on, Babies taking less than half their usual feeds • Know where to escalate care. For after-hours or for urgent health concerns, visit an urgent medical centre such as the Medical and Injury Centre in Nelson. such as the Urgent Care Centre in Blenheim. If a life is at risk call 11 or go to the hospital emergency department.

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are giving you the presents! Stop in this week and check out the super specials and surprises in store. The Super Liquor team would like to say a massive thank you to all of their loyal customers and look forward to seeing you all again soon.

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Timeless tale comes to Theatre Royal KATE RUSSELL A ‘tale as old as time’ is coming to the Theatre Royal for the school holidays. Nelson Youth Theatre is performing Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr from 13 - 15 July. Director Richard Carruthers is leading the cast of 80, aged from three years old to 17, in what will be their second show this month after a year off. The musical features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr Menken and Tim Rice, including ‘Belle’, ‘Be Our Guest’, ‘Human Again’, and of course ‘Beauty and the Beast’. It tells the story of Belle, a

Nelson Youth Theatre are bringing Beauty and the Beast Jr to the Theatre Royal. Photo: Supplied. young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is actually a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed into his

former self. But as time runs out, the Beast must learn his lesson, or he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. Richard says it’s the first time they have staged the musical, which runs for just over one hour.

“A lot of costumes have been developed for the enchanted castle characters - the costume team have been amazing and created everything from scratch,” says Richard. “One of the grandfathers created all the cutlery and another group of parents painted them. It’s going to be quite a work of art.” Richard says people can expect the songs to “live in their heads” for some time afterwards. Plans are already underway for their next show, Frozen, which will be performed in the October school holidays. Beauty and the Beast Jr is on at the Theatre Royal from 13 - 15 July for six shows in total. Book at theatreroyalnelson.co.nz

The Big Sing a success

The Big Sing went ahead on 9 June at the NCMA. Organiser Lucy Rainey says they had five choirs performing and it was a great evening with two of the choirs, from Nayland College and Marlborough Girls College, being accepted for the national Cadenza concert to be held in Timaru later this year. The Big Sing is a secondary school choral festival that takes place in ten centres around Aotearoa, involving up to 10,000 students from 260 schools.

The Feelers to play in Nelson

Kiwi legends The Feelers are bringing their Communicate 21st Anniversary NZ Tour to Rattle n Hum Bar on Bridge St this Saturday, 16 July. Released in 2001, the album Communicate debuted at number one and went on to great success as a triple platinum selling number one album. They will perform the entire album, plus many of their classic hits from their catalogue of five number-one multi-platinum selling albums. Go to eventfinda.co.nz for tickets.

Gangshow is back

The Nelson Scouts Gangshow is back for another season from 21 July - 23 July at the Theatre Royal. The variety show for young and old is full of well-known songs and sketches for the whole family. This will mark the 10th Gangshow performed in the Nelson region. The first was performed in 1969 with a further six shows up until 1993. After a 27-year gap, it made a comeback in 2018. Due to Covid-19, the 2020 show was postponed three times until February 2021. Head to eventfinda.co.nz to get your tickets.

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Sealord recognised for inclusivity JENNY NICHOLSON

Dave Gilberd checks a car while Adele Keefe enjoys the free pamper day put on by locals in Brightwater and Wakefield. Photo: Jenny Nicholson.

Women’s pamper day blesses community

It wasn’t all hair and nails at Ora Tahi’s pamper day for women held at the Wakefield Hall this month. Mechanics looked over cars, Stacey’s sent a rack of clothing, car seats were checked, cars were washed, Helping Families had tables laden with clothing, food and produce were available, and everything was free. The event was hosted by Ora Tahi (meaning life together), a small group of people from local churches. “It’s a Christian initiative with the goal of blessing the commu-

nity,” Brightwater Community Church’s Pastor Paul Milson says. Rita Bell described the event as a day of connection. “It’s so new it doesn’t fit into a category,” Rita says. “It’s a group of people who love Jesus and want to do stuff for Him, and to make spaces for people to talk about things they need to talk about.” Wakefield’s hall was buzzing with women waiting for haircuts, enjoying time out and a coffee with friends, and checking over the clothes available. L o c a l s

from Brightwater and Wakefield gave their time and skills to make the day a success. Several mechanics worked throughout the afternoon and the two hairdressers who gave their time proved very popular. Brightwater Motors Dave Gilberd says he and Natalie like to be part of the community, so it was a no-brainer when he was asked to help with the day. Wakefield hairdresser Melanie Douglas was happy to give her time, saying she likes to help the community. Somaly Young says she hasn’t had a haircut since the first lockdown. “I’ve been doing my own hair,” she says. “Free is huge.”

Paul Nang loves working at Sealord. “When I first came to Sealord, I was so happy. I would have money and a better future,” Paul says. His life before coming to New Zealand was hard. He fled from Myanmar due to the military government’s harsh living conditions and lived in Malaysia for five years. He didn’t have a visa or permit, and work was hard to find. Supporting himself was a challenge. Buying food and paying for shelter was difficult with little or no work. “I lived like that for five years until the New Zealand government helped me to come to New Zealand as a refugee.” After arriving in New Zealand Paul studied English at NMIT before starting work at Sealord. With a regular income he was able to send money home to his family. That was 15 years ago, and Paul says the company has been very good to him and his family. Sealord has been recognised for its efforts to sustain a workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing. The company won the ‘Inclusive and Diverse Workplace’ category at the 2022 Primary Industries Good Employer Awards late last month. One of the initiatives that caught the judge’s attention was Sealord’s support for its employees from Myanmar during the military coup in 2021. “We knew our Burmese people were fearful for their home country, and while we could offer sympathy and support, we needed to look at other meaningful action,” chief executive Doug Paulin says. After meeting with workers to

hear their ideas, Doug wrote to the Prime Minister outlining concerns and raised $7000 from company and staff contributions towards care for refugees from Myanmar in Thailand. While the military coup was on in 2021, Sealord provided special overtime every Saturday so that the Myanmar community working at Sealord had the opportunity to earn extra money to send home to help their families. Doug says they have about 60 nationalities at Sealord and more than 40 per cent of their workforce originates outside of Aotearoa. “We love what this brings to our workplace with people from all walks of life, countries, ages, and backgrounds contributing to our company culture,” he says. He says it’s very important to management that all their people have a voice and can share opinions and experiences freely. Along with providing employment to fit in with school hours, the company has many other initiatives designed to cater to families and support positive staff engagement. A buddy system is in place for those for whom English is a second language. A ‘buddy’ is a worker of the same ethnicity who is fluent in English and can help translate. They also offer scholarships for children or grandchildren of permanent employees to enable them to study at a tertiary institution for up to four years. Paul is now a team leader and his wife Agnes also works at Sealord. She started in 2012 and, after time off to have their children, returned this year to work on the school shift line from 9.30am to 2.30pm.

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Dietician Annette Nistor is running a free cooking and nutrition course for seniors in Richmond. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

Cooking course caters for seniors MAX FRETHEY A cooking and nutrition course specifically catered to seniors is coming to Richmond. Recently retired dietician Annette Nistor is running the course and has 35 years of experience in the industry. “I certainly have a great passion for older people and their health.” She says that malnutrition is a major problem for older people and cited a New Zealand study from 2017 which found that 23 per cent of seniors were malnourished and that a further 35 per cent were at high

risk of malnutrition. Annette says that eating is a social experience and that, for many seniors, losing a partner can make cooking and eating a chore rather than an enjoyable experience. “If you lose a partner or you’re in a situation where you’re on your own, I think most of us would agree that it’s not a lot of fun eating when you’re on your own.” The four-week course teaches food and financial literacy to help people feel confident about cooking. “It’s also quite social,” she says. “It’s a great place to build relationships with other

people who are maybe in similar situations.” Waimea Menzshed coordinator Alan Kissell will be participating in the course for the first time along with some of the men who come along to the Menzshed. “I just think it’s quite important for the guys to learn how to cook nutritional meals,” he says. “We’re all getting older and who knows how many of them could end up being on their own.” He says he’s known people who have attended the course before and enjoyed it. “They absolutely loved it and thought it was really beneficial.”

On top of all the practical and health skills that can be learned, Alan says it will be nice to help out his wife a bit more in the kitchen. “I just thought it would be quite nice to be able to cook her a meal.” If you’re thinking about signing up, Annette says it is a fantastic experience. “What could be more exciting than having fun in a kitchen and eating the food afterwards?” The free course starts on 1 August and will run for four weeks. For more information, you can call Annette at 03 544 0272.

Family camp provides respite for families JENNY NICHOLSON A camp run for families of those with a disability provided a respite from everyday life for three local families. Elevate Family Camps are a weekend-long camp for families with a loved one with a disability and are run by Elevate Christian Disability Trust. The Trust is a nationwide organisation empowering people with disabilities

to live to their full potential physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually. Each family that attends camp has a volunteer assigned to help them. The camp, held at Teapot Valley Camp in May, was the first one in the South Island. Camp coordinator Siobhán Jansen has recently shifted to the region and saw the opportunity to bring the camp south. “Our first camp, numbers

were not huge, but the success and fun had by all certainly was,” Siobhán says. Donna Neal and her three children attended the camp, and she says it was so great they would be going back year after year. “There was something for everyone. “Poppy is two and she enjoyed creche. The older children got to drive mini jeeps, zip line, try out the rock-climbing.”

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Perfect record puts Sports Martial Arts Gym on the map JACK MALCOLM A selection of first-time fighters from Nelson’s Sports Martial Arts Gym have clean-swept the recent WAKO National League Grassroots event. All eight of their fighters won their bouts at the Auckland event, which was one of the first of its kind in the country. Head coach Sallie McArdle says the event was open to anyone who had less than five-or-six fights, but all their fighters were stepping in the ring for the first time. “Some people have been training for three months, and they went up there. It was them who stepped on the mat and in the ring.” That spirit was on full display, with Maddie Hall standing in for Sarah Randall after she was injured less than a week before her fight. Sarah, who had already booked

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Nine members of the Sports Martial Arts gym travelled to compete in the WAKO National League Grassroots, with all eight of their fighters winning their first-ever bouts. They are (back) Sallie McArdle (coach), Baylen Banfield, Jamie Thomas, Aaron Thomas, Maddie Hall, Sarah Randall, (front) NiyahLau’relle Takao, Lily Sinclair, Summer Paklowski and Josh Clarke. her travel and accommodation, still travelled with the team and earned her judging certifications. It was the first time the club, which is still in its infancy, had competed against the best gyms from around the country, she says. “No one knows us, the club is less

Twenty-one teams from around the country have descended on Nelson for the 2022 U18 women’s Vantage hockey tournament this week. With play having started over the weekend, there are games throughout the week with the finals scheduled for Saturday afternoon. Tasman had a bye in the first round of action, with their tournament starting on Monday morning against Wellington.

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than a year old. “Now we feel like a real team and people realise we’re a real club. “They know us now.” With all of the top clubs around the country in attendance, she says it was a fantastic opportunity for local fighters to face new competition.

The FCL Nelson Men have delivered what they described as their most complete performance of the season to beat Nelson Girls College senior a 85-27 last week. In other results from the NBS premier netball round, Jacks OPD beat Prices Waimea Pango 54-38 and Prices Waimea Ahurei beat Richmond F45 52-42. Men’s captain Jared Lock says despite missing regular GS Matt Davies, they were able to find solutions. “We’ve been working on playing a different

“We’re kind of isolated down here. For our guys it costs a flight if they want to verse another club.” Amateur kickboxing is scored similarly to amateur boxing, with three judges ringside tallying points for landed strikes. With two points for a head kick

and one point for punches and body kicks, the winner is whoever scores the most over the three two-minute rounds. “It’s a lot faster; you’re not going for the KO,” says Sallie. “This was more about lighter contact, the more skilful fighter will always win.” Sallie, who has a wealth of ringtime experience herself with 13 world titles over her 30-year involvement with the sport, says the club is bracing for rapid growth. “This is just the start. “You’re just going to see it grow and grow now.” The event was part of a push to help grow the amateur sport in New Zealand, with WAKO recognised by the International Olympic Committee. “New Zealand doesn’t really have much of an amateur base,” says Sallie, “The feedback from this event has been ‘this is exactly what this country needs’.”

style, with flat and fast ball. . . and we nearly did that for the full 60 minutes.”

my goal, so I’m really glad that I succeeded,” said Niamh after the race.

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Local cyclist Niamh Fisher-Black has finished in the top five general rankings of the Giro d’Italia Donne. The 21-year-old comfortably defended her best young rider classification by finishing over six minutes ahead of Australia’s Neve Bradbury on the youth standings. “A good GC (general classification) was

Results from Richmond Bowling Club drawn triples held Thursday 7 July are as follows: Vince Roper, Ron Field & Glenn Allan 1st; 6/13/28, Lou Colquhoun, Carolyn Keehan, Joan Forsyth 2nd, 5/13/28, Russell Stevens, Cath Graham & Ian McWhirter 3rd, 4/15/27.

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The three local Saxton Volleyball teams which will play off in a showcase this weekend in their new uniforms, which are part of a full overhaul of their adult program. Photo: Supplied.

New-look Saxton Volley to showcase some of South Island’s best JACK MALCOLM Nelson volleyball fans are in for a treat this weekend with Saxton Volleyball holding a showcase event on Saturday. Their women’s A and development teams will face off in a curtain-raiser ahead of their men’s team game against Christchurch’s Caspian Volleyball Club. The showcase is a great opportunity for local fans to see some of the highest club-level volleyball in the country, says event organiser Hayley Ottman. It will be the first time in the Saxton Volleyball Club’s history

that they have had a home game against an opponent from the Southern League, South Island’s premier competition. “There aren’t that many opportunities to see high-level club volleyball played in Nelson — this is it.” It will also be the first time in history that all three teams from the club have played together on the same stage. After losing in close-but-straight sets to the Caspian in June, Hayley says the men’s team are eager to get one back. “They’re fizzing for a rematch.” She says the funds raised from

the event will go back into covering the costs of out-of-town competition. “It’s going to help fund our season. We have about forty volleyballers travelling. “It definitely won’t cover everything, but it will help pay for things like competition entry fees.” Held at Saxton Stadium, entry is just a gold coin donation, with corporate tables available and raffles to be held on the day. The event aims to help raise the profile of volleyball in Nelson by showing off some of the region’s top talent, says Hayley.

With Jack Hay and Harry Edwards in the men’s team and the likes of Rachel McHugh and Nia Baker in the women’s A team, action is all but guaranteed. Jack has established himself as a top-class passer and hitter, earning Saxton men’s most improved player and setting himself up for a blockbuster season ahead, while Harry comes into the game as one of the youngest players on court as a year 13 at Nelson College, but with a mental game years above his age. While both women’s teams will be missing some of their key players, Nia has a formidable block as the

tallest player on court and Rachel has formidable power and a ferocious spike. The event will also double as an unveiling for a new look Saxton Volleyball Club, with a full overhaul of their branding and adult program. As part of the showcase the team will debut their new look uniforms, which have ditched the bright purple and green. With doors opening at 3pm and games finished by 7pm, the showcase has been designed to have as little disruption as possible on people’s viewing plans for the All Blacks game.

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Giants embrace overseas coach on exchange JACK MALCOLM Keisuke Nomura says he’s taking in as much as possible, having been embedded within the Mike Pero Nelson Giants. On exchange from the Shimane Susanoo Magic, Keisuke spent several weeks with the team in an assistant coaching role before travelling back to Japan last week. He says he always wanted to be a basketball coach, having played in his youth and studied coaching at university in Japan. “Always basketball, I love basketball.” He started coaching in his junior year of university at 21-years-old, having had over six years of experience before coming to New Zealand. The trip was organised in collaboration between the Susanoo Magic’s head coach Paul Henare, the former head coach of the New Zealand Tall Blacks and Breakers, and Giants’ head coach Mike Fitchett.

Keisuke Nomura says he felt like a part of the Mike Pero Nelson Giants after spending just a few weeks with the team. Photo: Evan Barnes/Shuttersport. “Paul, he’s a friend of Mike, and he invited me to go because Nelson is a great team,” says Keisuke. He says the Japanese league is

completely different to New Zealand’s NBL, playing 60 games in their regular season. “Everybody has a full-time job

and the game is different. “New Zealand is very transitional basketball with a lot of positioning and high intensity.”

He says that intensity is missing in the Japanese leagues, but they could also learn from taking a step back. “I like the New Zealand culture, the rest and the playing. “In Japan it’s focused on job, job, job, but here you spend time with family. . . The importance of doing less.” He also says he’s fallen in love with the country, having travelled with the Giants on the road and spending time in Nelson. “I love the nature. After practice, I’ll go for a drive to the beach or the mountains and I feel refreshed.” Keisuke hasn’t forgotten why he came, though. “My dream is to be a head coach in the Japanese league. “I need to be able to talk in English, we have translators, but it’s so much better to be able to talk directly (to imported players). “I want to get to other countries and experience other cultures.”

The Tasman Mako descended on Waimea Old Boys club on Monday to coach rugby skills to over 130 kids in the region. Secretary for WOB Rachael Fraine says they were approached to hold the holiday session and jumped at the chance. “We usually do something during the school break, so this was a great opportunity for local kids to learn more about the game or improve their skills.” The children were split into four groups according to age and rotated around different skill stations headed up by the Makos players. As rain had hammered the grounds over the last week, the kids were muddy in no time as they practiced everything from passing the ball and tackling team mates. “We did have a few cancelations on the morning as people were worried we were going to get rained off but the weather stayed dry all day so we were really lucky,” Rachael said. “We hope we get some new recruits next season from this, but really it’s just about the kids having fun with the Mako.” The kids were then invited to take part in a Q&A session where players signed autographs. Isaac Salmon was happy to sign one of the balls that were given out on the day. Photo: Jo Kent.

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Speedway awards recognize and remember another strong year of local racing The Milestone Homes Top of the South Speedway Awards night was booked out as the club celebrated the year’s achievements on and off the track. The opening was dedicated to production saloon driver Pam Nixon, who had passed away overnight due to a short illness. Her fellow competitors were in awe of a special person who brought a bit of glamour to racing that will be sorely missed by many. It was a busy night for several drivers who picked up multiple trophies, with Jordan Gillespie, Locky Martin, Ryan Musgrove, Callum Russ and Brent Steer returning to the podium multiple times. Locky and Taylor Martin did double duty, picking up uncle Brett Nicholls’ trophies as well, with Riley Eathorne and Morgan Dumelow sharing the stock car spoils. The club representative team of the year award went to the Nelson Knights Street Stock team, while Steve Pomeroy was club official of the year. Graeme Porter picked up the Harrop Cup for club member of the year award for his support of the club as well as fundraising for several charities during the season.

Connor Rangi (57N) walked away with the most prestigious prize, the sports person of the year award, at the Top of the South Speedway Awards after being recognized for his victory in the Hydralink Sprint Car Series title. Photo: Rebecca Connor Maling.

Ryan Musgrove was competitor of the year, while the ultimate prize, the sportsperson of the year award, went to Connor Rangi. It was a huge year for Connor, who also picked up the Hydralink Sprint Car Series, having travelled all over the South Island competing during the season.

There was another standing ovation and toast to Wayne Martin in his final act as club president, before a few more photo opportunities celebrating a busy awards night. Wayne Russ was named as the new president at the club’s AGM, with a largely unchanged committee that will start the new season in September.

The club was again bought together with the passing of club stalwart Sam Satherley, the rock of the side-car grade for many years. Still padding up until the very last, Sam was a man of few words but in the latter years he took on the role of prepping the track. He did more laps than any other other club member, perfecting

the track surface for race night, with his last lap to the roar of side-cars forming a guard of honour as he left the track for the final time. The new draft calendar is on the club’s Facebook page, with the drivers busy in the sheds and a few new cars due out when racing resumes in October.

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NEWSLINE UPDATES KEEPING YOU INFORMED ABOUT NEWS AND EVENTS IN THE TASMAN DISTRICT

• Reductions in the budgets for consultancy • Lower budgets for maintenance and operations • Higher forecast revenue from fees and charges • Deferral of projects in the capital programme • Deferral of $2 million of the digital innovation work.

Find out what it takes to stand for Tasman Nominations for those wanting to stand for Tasman in this year’s local body elections open on Friday 15 July and we’re running a special information session so you can find out what it takes to be a Councillor. Arguably, there has never been a more important time in our history to get involved by standing for election. Our Council and two community boards play a critical role in supporting the resilience and prosperity of Tasman. Our special candidate’s information evening is at 5.30 pm on Thursday 21 July in the Council Chambers on Queen Street, Richmond. If you can’t make it in person, we will also be presenting it live online. You can register for the online event on our website. Candidate nomination forms are available from our service centres or libraries or download one from our website, tasman.govt.nz, and return it before midday Friday 12 August.

Ensure you’re ready to vote If you want to have your voice heard in October’s election, you need to be enrolled to vote. You can check your electoral details or sign up by going to the website vote.nz. If you are not able to enrol online, you can enrol or update your details by calling 0800 36 76 56 to arrange for forms to be sent to you directly. Voters who live in one area and pay rates on a property in another area may qualify to vote in both areas. To do this, you need to be registered on the Ratepayer Roll. Check your eligibility at votelocal.co.nz.

Council adopts Annual Plan for 2022/2023 We have adopted our Annual Plan for the 2022/2023 year, enabling rates to be set and outlining our projects and services for the next 12 months. Several changes have occurred following feedback from public submissions and new information emerging since we consulted on the draft Annual Plan. The final rates income increase is 5.05%. This is lower than the 5.51% increase signalled in Option 2 in the consultation document. This reduction is the result of our decision to assume funding $500,000 of the additional costs of implementing the Water Services Act 2021 through the Government’s ‘Better Off Funding’. Continues

As well as continuing to provide essential services and infrastructure, the Annual Plan budget has included a number of new social and environmental projects for 2022/2023. These include; • Taking advantage of Waka Kotahi funding to improve walking and cycling infrastructure • Making improvements to Port Tarakohe • Early efforts to start work on delivering the Motueka Stormwater Catchment Management Plan • Additional funding for community organisations. Changes to the schedule of fees and charges from July 1 2022, were also adopted.

Moutere-Waimea Ward Reserve Management Plan adopted Of the many parks and reserves areas we administer throughout our District, 140 are located within the Moutere-Waimea Ward. We have now finalised our Reserve Management Plan (RMP) which sets out the vision, objectives, policies, implementation and priorities for parks and reserves located within Moutere-Waimea Ward for the next ten years. Priorities for management are set carefully against our role as guardian of these reserves and our commitment to ensuring the unique environmental and cultural heritage and natural attributes of the reserves are preserved and celebrated into the future. We really appreciate the input of the 77 submitters who commented on the draft plan and the suggestions and ideas received from 138 individuals and groups during the initial consultation round. The Hearing Panel considered these submissions and recommended to the Council that a number of changes be made to the RMP in response to the submissions. We adopted the amended RMP on 16 June 2022. The final version reflected agreed improvements and changes to the management regime for the parks and reserves.

Library overdue fines written off As part of the adoption of our Annual Plan 2022/23, from 1 July 2022, overdue fines on adult memberships have been removed from all Tasman District Libraries. Previously, overdue charges were put in place to encourage the return of library materials, however there is no evidence that these charges are effective in ensuring the prompt return of borrowed materials. Overdue charges for children’s material were removed from 1 July 2021. Despite Covid-19 lockdowns and other restrictions, indications are that issues of children’s materials and the number of new and renewed children’s memberships have increased. Public Libraries of New Zealand and the Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa support the removal of overdue charges to ensure that all residents have equitable access to the information, learning and reading resources held in libraries. Tasman Libraries Manager Glennis Coote says it’s expected that removing overdue charges will increase positive interactions with library staff, remove barriers to the use of the library, and increase membership and use of library materials while encouraging longterm use of the library by our community. “We know that fines can create a barrier for some people. Library fines particularly affect those who cannot afford to pay, and they prevent their use of libraries.” “We’re looking forward to seeing customers who have been put off from using the library due to having library fines return and enjoy our facilities and resources.” All existing overdue fines will be written off, but we will retain lost and damaged books charges.

COUNCIL HUI At Orange, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom. Public forum presenters can speak in person if they wear a mask, follow one-metre distancing, and attend one at a time. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link. Chief Executive Officer Review Subcommittee Friday 15 July, 8.30 am

This revolves around improving environmental wellbeing, responding to climate change impacts, building partnerships, and maximising the benefits of parks and reserves.

Nelson-Tasman Regional Landfill Business Unit Friday 15 July, 9.30 am

We also acknowledged the work of volunteers in various spaces while taking into consideration Māori environmental and cultural values.

Motueka Community Board Tuesday 19 July, 4.00 pm

Any budget requirements for specific projects such as upgraded or new facilities and restoration projects will be considered via our annual plan and long term plan processes. The final Moutere-Waimea Ward Reserve Management Plan is now available at tasman.govt.nz/rmp. Hard copies can be viewed at the Richmond and Motueka libraries and service centres.

Full Council Friday 15 July, 1.30 pm

Regulatory Committee Thursday 28 July, 9.30 am Tasman Creative Communities Subcommittee Tuesday 2 August, 10.00 am. No public forum Saxton Field Committee Wednesday 3 August, 9.30 am 22619 HotHouse Creative

Through this Annual Plan, we have also made efforts to minimise rate increases through;

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Vineyard Hand: Looking for someone to help look after our young vines, as well as underplanting vines, including trellis and irrigation maintenance – fencing experience would be useful. Must be physically fit and have reliable transport. Phone 0274 451 555

SARAU WINTER SALE The Moutere’s annual winter fundraiser is on the weekend 30 - 31 July, 11am - 3pm. Sales of thousands of books, pre-loved quality clothing and a pop-up café. Fundraising for Sarau Trust.

Reporter Wanted

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Wastenot Feeder for BalWANTED age-Hay One Truetest Sheep weighing scales Do you have a vineyard/ and cradle (near new) orchard or similar where phone 542 2089. ‘Max’ our very bored Fox Terrier could visit weekly TO LET to chase/catch rabbits? Max, (now 3) was brought up on our vine- Your to let ad here. yard in Central Otago. Phone 544 9037. Last year we retired to PUBLIC NOTICE Nelson and Max is frustrated living in a small city section. Call 021 945 693 to meet Max and give him a trial run. Inviting all hosted accommodation operators in Nelson-Tasman to reconnect with each other and the industry at a roadshow specifically designed for hosted accommodation.

Top South Media is after a reporter to help us tell stories about our region and the people who live here primarily for the Nelson App but also for our newspapers, Waimea Weekly and Nelson Weekly. The role is flexible, meaning either part time or full time is available. To be successful you’ll need to be a strong writer, accurate, have the ability to work to a deadline, be able to take a photograph and be curious about our region.

If this sounds like you, please email our editor Sara Hollyman at sara@topsouthmedia.co.nz

Improve your digital capability and overall business success.

Don’t miss out to hear from Tourism NZ and Industry Leaders in your region. When: Friday 29th July Time: 9.30 – 3.30

Where: Trailways Hotel, Nelson

To book and to find out more information at bandbassociation.co.nz Bring your laptop so you can work directly on your business during the afternoon workshops!

Improve your digital capability and overall business success.

Need staff?

Don’t miss out to hear from Tourism NZ and Industry Leaders in your region. When: Friday 29th July Time: 9.30 – 3.30

Your For Sale ad here. Phone 544 9037.

Where: Trailways Hotel, Nelson

GARAGE SALE

To book and to find out more information at bandbassociation.co.nz

Your garage sale ad here. Phone 544 9037.

Thank you also to all those who provided Pete with the very best of care over the years Thanks Jan

Advertise your job vacancy to over 12,000 households across our region!

Bring your laptop so you can work directly on your business during the afternoon workshops!

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Matiri Hydro Scheme Community Fund

Waimea Weekly Your wanted ad here. Phone 544 9037.

Passed away peacefully on Thursday 7th July 2022 at Nelson Public Hospital, aged 81. Much loved mum to Jenny and the late Paul, Kerry and Violet. Cherished nana to Nick and Kate, Sy and Harriet, Kylie and Terry, Jason and Avalon, Jessica, Nathan, and Ryan. Treasured great-nana to Lucas, Bailey and Kiera. Forever loved and never forgotten. A big thank you to the staff at Nelson Hospital for their care, and also to everyone who has reached out with love and support. A service to celebrate Beverley’s life will be held on Wednesday 13th July 2022 at 1.30pm at the Club Waimea Hall, 345 Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson. For those unable to attend the service it will be livestreamed and available at shoneandshirley.com/tributes where you can also leave a message. Messages can also be sent to the Hart family, C/- 164 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson 7011.

Respectfully cared for by

Locally Owned and Operated

WANTED

DEATH

HART

at a roadshow specifically designed for hosted accommodation.

FOR SALE

We are grateful for the many flowers, cards, messages & food

Beverley Emily

to reconnect with each other and the industry

Long term tiny home landshare space wanted in Nelson/Tasman. Provisions of water, privacy, and peace essential.. Ph: 0210 319 386.

A sincere thank you from Jan & family for all the kindness, love & support shown to us in the loss of dear Pete

No experience is necessary but the right attitude is. You’ll need to be passionate and be a team player.

Inviting all hosted accommodation operators in Nelson-Tasman

WANTED

Peter Raymond

GARAGE SALE Your garage sale ad here. Phone 544 9037.

FDANZ www.shoneandshirley.com

PUBLIC NOTICE

The contractors who helped build the Matiri Hydro Scheme have kindly donated to a special community fund. Applications for this funding are now open. To be eligible for funding your organisation will be involved in one of the following areas: • Health • Education • Sport • Volunteer services The funding must benefit members of the wider Murchison community (full criteria are on the application form). To apply, please email for an Application Form at enquire@pioneerenergy.co.nz Applications close on 31 July 2022.

Salisbury School Board Elections Parent Election Notice Nominations are open for the election of five parent representatives to the school board. All eligible voters will receive a nomination form. Use this form to nominate yourself or someone in your community. You will also receive a nomination cover letter calling for nominations. Information on who is not eligible to be a board member is provided with the nomination form. Nominations close at noon on Wednesday 3 August. You may provide a signed candidate statement and photograph with your nomination. The electoral roll is held at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours. As nominations are received, there will be a list of candidates’ names kept at the school up until election day, which you can view or will be emailed on request. Voting closes at 4pm on Monday 12 September Carmel Ellis Returning Officer

MEMORIAL

KRAMMER Ian Frank

A year has passed since you left us. In loving memory, your presence we miss, your memory we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never. Much loved husband of Shirley, father of Kevin, Maree and the late Neil. Cherished Poppa to all his grandchildren.

MEMORIAL

OMLO

Shannon David 08-04-1987 - 16-07-2018 Our Diamond In The Rough Orange gumboots, shaggy hair ,with an infectious grin Larger than life with a heart of gold Our Son will never grow old This how we remember him His family left behind him Testament to his love He must now look down upon them From a misty Ridgeline above Hunting pigs was his passion There was nothing better than the chase Pushing through the gorse and undergrowth Following his dogs at breakneck pace Forestry was his calling A man who worked with trees Planting - Thinning Felling His gift to bring the mighty to their knees Our Diamond In the Rough has been taken Leaving a void that is hard to fill Son this is how we think of you when we are upon the hill Love you Son miss you so very much Mum and Dad

BIRTH Your announcement here for FREE.

BIRTHDAY Your announcement here for FREE.

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(INCL GST)

Affordable & Professional Available 24 hours No hidden costs Assistance with $2150 WINZ Funeral Grant (IF APPLICABLE)

ANNA LOACH

Richmond | 276b Queen Street

03 929 5145

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Manager & Funeral Director

Mini Buses for Hire

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Alcoholics Anonymous. Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757.

Cash paid for old wristwatches. Scrap gold & Silver. Old coins & Jewellery. Vintage / quality tools. Military & Firearms items. General antiques. Also buying estate & shed items. Collection & downsizing. Ph Tim Gladstone. T&B Vintage 0800 653 935 or 548 5235.

$$$ TOP PRICES $$$, Estate & Downsizing, General Cleanouts, Large or small lots, Shed & Household items, Tools & Fishing gear, Old shipping items, Vintage Toys & Games, Coins Watches Clocks, Oil & Petrol Items, Kiwiana & NZ photo’s, Antique & Vintage items. Fernleigh Trading. Steve ph 027 5380020 or 03 5380020.

DENTURES New dentures, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

Delivering now for firewood. Douglas, beech, gum, Lawson Cypress. Good Wood supplier Bay Firewood 027 769 6348.

FOR RENT Your for rent ad here. Phone 544 9037.

FOR SALE Your For Sale ad here. Phone 544 9037.

CHURCH NOTICES

FOR SALE 1000L Slimline Water Tanks. Compact tank for rainwater storage for your garden. Call Mark on 027 291 0087.

Keep your community informed, tell us first

FURNITURE 8 to 12 seaters - Later Models Clean • Tidy • Reliable • Long or short term

nelson Mini Bus Hire

0800 696 686

email: bookings@motorhomerentalsnz.co.nz

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GARAGE SALE Your garage sale ad here. Phone 544 9037.

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Furniture, musical instruments, rugs, mirrors etc. Souchebys Antiques, 75, Gladstone Rd, Richmond.

ANTIQUES Antiques, collectables etc. 6 rooms to browse inc recent estate lots. Sell-Buy-Value. Open 6 days. Souchebys Antiques (The Castle), 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond. Ph 544 0723. www.antiquesnewzea land.co.nz

FUNERALS

Chainsaws - Lawn Mowers Blower/Vacs - Weedeaters Ride On Mowers We sell the best and service the rest Pick up and Delivery Available

31 Venice Place, Stoke Phone 03 547 3276

Our Holy Trinity Sunday services will be at 10.00am during July You can also watch these on YouTube at Richmond Anglican Parish

from

Includes Plot and Wooden Casket

Cremations from $2000

Price includes:

♦ All Transfers ♦ Legal Paperwork ♦ Wooden Coffin All Transfers • Legal Paperwork • Wooden Coffin ♦ • Cremation ♦ Death Certificate ♦ Arrange Notices Cremation • Death Certificate • Arrange ♦ • Ashes personally returned to family Notices

• Ashes personally returned to family

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Graveside Burials from $5000 incl. Plot and Wooden Casket 00 WINZ benefits of up to $2100.

Phone 544 9037.

5 Talbot Street, Richmond 5 Talbot St, Richmond

St Alban’s 410 Appleby Hwy 2nd & 4th Sundays 10.30am

For more information ph the church office on 544 8844 or email office@richmondparish.nz

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Wednesday Services 10.00am

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Holy Trinity

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Phone us on Graveside Burials Cremations from Simple Direct Funerals$5000 544 9037 $2000

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Stewart: 021 113 9940 Jane: 021 051 3875

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peace of mind in troubling • Carburetor Tuning • Exhausts Syd Hanna • Cooling systems Insurance Specialist 03 548&9090 | 027 533 0506 • Brakes Driveline Lifetime,& Nelson • Engines Fabrication

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GARAGE DOORS

To contact us call or email:

• Retro-fit of garage doors • Servicing of garage doors and motors

2/76 Gladstone Rd, Richmond

(03) 544 6510 www.ultimategd.nz

CLEANING

• House Clean # General House Clean # Oven Clean • Oven Clean # Window Clean # Office Clean •YouWindow Clean de-stress while we clean up the mess • Office Clean • Commercial Clean • Builder Clean • Pre-Sale Clean

Having a party or a wedding? Call us for all your requirements. www.gourmetcatering.co.nz

Ph 027 667 2837

Gourmet Catering Nelson

ELECTRICIAN Ltd

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Ph: 021 482 088 or 542 2328 www.rdelectrical.co.nz

GARDENING Landscapes

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ENGINEERING Your trusted partner in structural steel and coded pipe work

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FENCING FENCING

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We specialise in solutions for all budgets and needs. • Driveways • Patio’s & Paths • Decorative Concrete Cutting • Floor Placing & Finishing • Truck & Digger Services Call today for a free quote

541 8665

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FREEVIEW

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Decks and Pergolas Sheds

www.trinder.co.nz

Ph 544 8024

Retaining Walls Call today for a free quote

021 193 6331 jabeer@outlook.co.nz

18b Wakefield-Kohatu Highway, Wakefield

Sage • Garden tidy ups • Regular maintenance • Roses and pruning • Irrigation • Qualified team

CONCRETE

Specialising in

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Registered Electricians

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Ph 021 294 0481

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Residential, Commercial and Industrial Doors • Sectional insulated and un-insulated garage doors and roller doors

CATERER

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Ph 544 1212

BRAKE & CLUTCH

BUILDER

GARDENING GARDENING

merritt

gardening Richard Merritt

021 193 8507

kiwigold09@hotmail.com

• Lawns • Edges • Gardens • Section Clearing • Hedges • Rubbish Removal • Handyman Work 26 years experience

HANDYMAN

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HANDYMAN

INSURANCE

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For queries or quotes Peter Ogilvie

027 447 7275 ogilviefsltd.co.nz

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Call 021 674 575 or Freephone 03 391 1414

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245 Hardy Street, Nelson lifetime.co.nz A disclosure statement is available on request.

PAINTER

PH 544 9037

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Is your kitchen looking tired? Replace your doors, drawer fronts and bench tops

peace of mind in troubling times.

LOCKSMITH

• Key Cutting • Transponder, Smart Key & Remote Programming • Lock Repairs, Sales & Installations • Access Control • Lock Re-Keying • Safes 11 McGlashen Ave 03 544 4077 | 021 470 095 (AH service available)

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$23 +gst per week

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The Maintenance Man Nelson

• Property Maintenance • Deck & Fence Repairs • Bathroom & Kitchen Reno’s • General Building Repairs & Maintenance • Kit-set Assembly Any job you want done, give me a call

Adam Davidson 027 475 2510

maintenancemannelson@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE

REAL REAL ESTATE ESTATE

PAINTER

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027 671 8417 or 544 9415

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ROOFING

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No job too big, too small or too ugly!

ROOFING

• Leaks • Repairs • Maintenance • ReRoofs • New Roofs

GET THE SERVICE AND RESULTS YOU DESERVE Call me for an estimate on the value of your home. Stricty confidential. 027 674 8102 Direct Dial 03 542 3180 tracy.beer@mikepero.com

TILING

STORAGE

Size & Price List available at www.tasmanstorage.nz

74 Gladstone Rd, Richmond & 481 High St, Motueka

Ph 544 4306

Safe and Secure Only $28pw Only $39pw For boats, caravans & motorhomes

Stump Grinding Tree Felling & Removal Site Clearance Andrew Workman

20ft containers

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www.stumpgrindingservice.co.nz

TARPAULIN HIRE

WARDROBES

Stoke

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• Inside car storage • Staff on site

Stump GrindinG ServiceS

Ph: 538 0824

Proudly supplying Orange Residential Homes roofing requirements for over 10 years

Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008)

• Low prices • Secure storage • CCTV Surveillance

STUMP REMOVAL

021 081 82 123

Tracy Beer

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- 24/7 access - Fully fenced - 24 hour surveillance - Staff on Site Mon – Fri

Enquiries

027 454 3813

e: admin@hopestorage.co.nz

HOPE STORAGE - 52 Ranzau Rd, Hope

44 Beach Rd, Richmond

Phone 03 544 6352 mortimerupholstery.co.nz

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Residential Refuse Wheelie Bin Service Order online at www.smartenvironmental.co.nz or phone 0800 424 990

Wednesday 13 July 2022

Boat Canopies

Advert Ute Covers

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Oztech Car HeadWith Linings Clear Blinds

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Road Covers

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