The Guardian - 13 October 2021

Motueka Calendar in its sixth year

The Motueka 2022 Calendar is about to go on sale, the sixth that Keep Motueka Beautiful has produced. The Society sees the Calendar as a great way of publicising Motueka’s attractions. Most are sent to friends and relatives of Motueka residents, who no doubt hope that the pictures will prompt a visit! This

year’s calendar continues the watery theme of the 2021 Calendar, with over half of the images featuring the town’s coastline and port area. Other images range from Mt Arthur through to the Abel Tasman coastal track – KMB takes an expansive view of Motueka Ward! The Chair of Keep Motueka Beautiful,

Isobel Mosley, says “our selection committee had a really difficult job this year, with a lot of excellent images offered by local photographers. We hope that folk will agree that the ones we have chosen really catch the flavour of Motueka and its environment”. She extends her thanks to the four photographers whose work is includ-

Do you have investor FOMO?

By Elise Vollweilier

Our stints in lockdown have come with rather unexpected consequences. We filled our homes with houseplants and revived the sourdough starters from the back of the fridge.

We also turned our focus to our finances, with an explosion of interest in online investment platforms amidst a vague fear that we would otherwise be missing out.

Financial Market Authority Research has shown that in the last few years, a huge number of us have hit the “Join now!” button on investment apps, and then we’ve tried to understand just what to do when our shares, like that drama-queen calathea plant, wilted or thrived.

Sharesies, Hatch and Stake. The apps have catchy names and cheerful websites, and they offer entry-level ways to venture into the share market. And now that we have emerged like slightly grumpy butterflies from our second government-mandated chrysalises, perhaps now is the time to get serious about those investments, and really refine how to make them work for you.

Glyn Lewis-Jones, investment specialist at Motueka’s Castle Trust Financial Planning, says that KiwiSaver has made people aware of the potential returns of investing in the markets.

“The online investment platforms have made investing even more accessible. But in order to do well with your investments, you need to go beyond just picking names you know or going on a ‘hot tip’ from a friend. You need to have a plan and invest with that in mind – and understand what to do when your investments fall in value, because from time to time they will.”

Sitting down for a face-to-face chat with a professional financial adviser gives you the opportunity to get immediate and detailed explanations about your potential investments. You also have the chance to get personalised answers to all your questions without having to navigate a series of dropdown menus.

The team at Castle Trust Financial Planning want to help investors make informed decisions and safeguard themselves against risk. Their qualified advisers offer a collective 100 years of experience in the financial industry, which means that they have steered their clients through many financial storms.

If you’re looking to level up your investment strategy and really make it count in the long run, come in for a chat with the team at Castle Trust Financial Planning, on Motueka’s High Street.

ed, as well as Melissa Girvin, who did the production work. Anyone who would like to purchase the Motueka 2022 Calendar can find them at the i-Site, Muses Cafe, or TOAD Hall, or can order by email to the KMB Secretary at pandi. mosley@gmail.com (or text 021 161 4470). Price is still $10; free delivery in town.

KMB Chair, Isobel Mosley, displaying the 2022 Calendar’s front cover – the Saltwater Baths at dawn. She’s standing in front of the view included for September.

Glyn Lewis-Jones, Financial Adviser.

Further changes for Nelson Arts Festivals

The Pukapuka Talks with Charlotte Grimshaw will still be presented by the Nelson Arts Festival in a free digital session.

Nelson Arts Festival has made the difficult decision to cancel its community events Mask Carnivale and Night Vision; two more shows, PechaKucha and Couch Stories; as well as the majority of its Pukapuka Talks literary events.

From the very beginning of the planning period for the 2021 Festival, the Nelson Festivals Trust and Nelson Arts Festival Team developed contingency plans for various scenarios. With the ongoing situation of Covid Level restrictions, the Team and Trust must keep the safety and wellbeing of the artists, crew, and the community as a priority.

Chair of the Nelson Festivals Trust, Brent Thawley says, “In the light of this week’s Government update on the Covid Levels, it is with doubly heavy hearts that we are having to make further changes to what the Nelson Festivals Trust is able to deliver in 2021 while keeping our community safe.

“With the current government strategy rolling out over the next 4 to 8 weeks, we anticipate it is very unlikely that Whakatu will be at a level where we can safely deliver our vision. Because of this, we have had to make further tough decisions, including cancelling Whakatu’s festival-favourite, the Mask Carnivale, the majority of the Pukapuka Talks literary programme, Night Vision, PechaKucha and Couch Stories.”

Two of the Pukapuka Talks sessions will now be free online events.

The leadership team of Co-Creative Directors Rose Campbell and

Lydia Zanetti and Community and Education Director Shanine Hermsen are devastated at having to make this decision. “We held on tightly to a spark of hope that we might have been able to safely gather as a community, but sadly, we continue to face too much uncertainty.

“We know the Mask Carnivale has a particular significance to our community. It’s especially heart-breaking to have to cancel the parade knowing the many hours of preparation already done by so many schools and community groups.

“We’re also deeply saddened that our comprehensive Pukapuka Talks programme won’t happen, and will truly miss the influx of 33 writers, poets, and commentators sharing their stories and perspectives.

“The Trust and team share our huge disappointment with all artists, producers, crew, venues, funders, sponsors and audiences who have generously engaged with Nelson Arts Festival 2021, working together towards a spectacular experience for our community and everyone involved.

“What we take away from this is the incredible strength of collaboration, the connections we’ve built and the creativity we’ve experienced – together, we can look forward to 2022 and beyond.

“We want to take this opportunity to thank our valued funders and sponsors for your heartfelt support and ongoing encouragement, with particular thanks to our core supporter Nelson City Council.”

The Festival is continuing with plans to

present a bespoke programme, including two free digital sessions from the Pukapuka Talks programme:

- The Mirror Book (with Charlotte Grimshaw, chaired by Miro Bilbrough)

- Once Were Hippies (with Miro Bilbrough, chaired by Steve Braunias)

Plus:

- Writing Home: An Antidote to Feeling Stranded (our free digital project with commissioned writers including Hinemoana Baker, Paula Morris, Mohamed Hassan, Rajorshi Chakraborti & more to be announced)

Alongside these digital elements, the festival will present the following – all possible in Level 2:

- Pure Psychic Automatism (Ruby Solly’s writing workshop - Sold Out)

- Nelson City Centre ArtWalk Tour

- Through The Eye of Whakatu (Nelson Provincial Museum)

- Ano me He Wharepuungawerewere and Repose (Refinery

ArtSpace)

- He Raranga Korero: Weaving Conversations (The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu - Silver. Stone. Wood. Bone.

The Festival is offering full refunds (including booking and credit card fees) to those who have purchased tickets to cancelled shows. Those who hold tickets to The Mirror Book and Once Were Hippies will also be eligible for a refund.

Nelson City Centre’s ArtWalk. Photo: Tim Cuff.

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Zooming in on SeniorNet

A local computer group ensured that the elderly were not isolated or missing out on social interaction during the Covid-19 lockdown.

SeniorNet Nelson, a charity group that teaches computer skills to the over-fifties, ran its self-help classes on Zoom. It normally operates out of a fully-equipped Learning Centre in Hastings Street, Nelson, but instead made use of technology to bring people together from across the top of the South Island.

Many of its members were unfamiliar with Zoom and other video conferencing facilities prior to the pandemic lockdowns but SeniorNet Nelson gently encouraged its 350 members to join its tutorials on line.

via screen sharing and followed-up with a question and answer session.

There was plenty of friendly conversation and for an hour and a half the group was transported from their solitary lockdowns at home to a happy, informal get-together in the same virtual room.

Participants had brought their computer problems to the meeting, and as a group they were able to solve issues that might otherwise have frustrated them.

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able to join the virtual classroom run by Rod Lewis in Nelson and to be able to see and hear fellow Sounds member Mary Kimber as they exchanged information about their Apple Macs.

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The first week, Rod Lewis, a tutor with SeniorNet, held the first regional tutorial, gathering members from Nelson, Motueka, Golden Bay and the Marlborough Sounds. Rod demonstrated various apps

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SeniorNet’s Top of the South representative, Roger Pittman, says virtual gatherings are vital for many older people. They can often be the only social interaction some members have during lockdown. In addition, SeniorNet can improve their computer skills and help resolve any technology issues they may have. “There’s no need to ask your grandkids to help when there are dozens of knowledgeable, like-minded and similar aged SeniorNet members available on your computer screen… and they don’t need to be bribed with lollies.”

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Our Take & Make kits are available for our community due to an absence of physical events. They are “Free” and are for all ages.

Take & Make Provence Self Care kits

Available during October to acknowledge “Mental Health Awareness Week”

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Take & Make Kowhai Kit

We are celebrating spring gardening and native trees. Your Kowhai kit will contain seeds, a pot & peat, facts & a label. A Free kit for adults, 18th October

Grow & Explore Scavenger Hunt

Find all 10 posters in the Children’s area and discover facts about living things. Go into a prize draw.

Take & Make Spring Puzzle Art

Celebrate spring with a take home craft pack. Use puzzle pieces to create a spring picture. Designed with kids in mind.

Grow & Explore Activity pack for the school holidays

Take home a fun “Grow & Explore” themed set of activities. Suitable for primary age school children.

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1000th woman takes to the pedal

Wheel Woman, the Nelson Tasmanbased mountain bike coaching organisation for women, has just reached a major milestone: seeing its 1000th woman take to the pedal.

Coached by Founder Emma Bawtree, Greymouth’s Hope Dietrich claimed the stand as the 1000th Woman to participate in a Wheel Woman course after a recent coaching session at Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park.

The milestone symbolises not only the success of a great business concept but also the progress of women in mountain biking in general. As a mountain biker racing the national circuit in the early 1990s Emma was one of just a handful of women taking to the tracks, but that has since changed.

“When I first started out I had only men to show me the ropes and, although it worked out OK for me, I knew that other woman found that intimidating,” says Emma. “Some of my girlfriends badgered me to take them out one weekend to give them a few tips and the seed of Wheel Woman was planted!”

Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park alone has seen a massive increase in female take up over the years with many having honed their skills through Wheel Woman. Emma credits the beauty of our local parks and trails with much of the appeal for women in the sport.

“A lot of the women we coach are just wanting to get amongst nature, stretch their legs and take some time out for themselves,” says Emma. “Some are young and exploring new sports while many are mums rediscovering their bodies and their selfconfidence.”

For Hope the motivation to take up mountain biking was driven by an opportunity to bond with new friends.

Hope bought a

mountain bike and began training on a flat circuit close to home. One of Hope’s Spring Challenge team mates suggested they gave Wheel Woman a go as a way to build confidence before the big event. After Emma shared some simple tips on braking and cornering and gave them a bit of practice Hope’s confidence blossomed. Her team completed the Spring Challenge without too many hitches and she continues to ride three to four times a week with a view to attending another Wheel Woman session next year.

“Wheel Woman kicked me into gear, so to speak, and being the 1000th woman to be coached by them has really impressed upon me a lasting sense of enthusiasm for mountain biking.”

Hope received a prize package which included Ground Effect and Nancy cycle apparel, cycle products from Squirt, adventure balms from Sweet Cheeks and goods from NZ Pure Sports Nutrition. For Wheel Woman the achievement comes after nine years in business, 3000+ hours in the saddle, the training and engagement of six coaches, and growth across the top of the South Island, with courses available in Marlborough, Blenheim and Hanmer, as well as in the Nelson Tasman region.

Wheel Woman is now looking to expand into Christchurch, grow its portfolio of overnight ‘Backcountry Rides’ and has just launched an e-bike coaching programme. Running alongside all this is Krankin’ Kids, a partner business offering mountain bike coaching to young people aged 6 – 15 years.

“Mountain biking is what I love, but sharing it with others is particularly rewarding,” says Emma. “Reaching the 1000th Woman milestone, however… I never thought it would go that far!”

Above: Emma Bawtree. Right: Hope Dietrich receives her 1000th Woman prize package from Emma Bawtree.

Join the largest service club in the world!

Motueka Lions Club is on the hunt for new members to join the current 25-30 which will enable them to continue their ongoing support for our local community.

With a number of valuable and worthwhile projects on the go and active board members the Club is seeking further members to get in on the action.

The sociable and happy club was formed here in 1964 and these days they enjoy twice monthly dinner meetings on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 6pm at the Motueka Hotel. The meal is followed by a business meeting and often a guest speaker.

With projects from producing and selling kindling wood, growing and selling potatoes,

bagging and marketing fertilizer for home garden use, running the summer mini golf at Kaiteriteri and organising various street appeals the funds raised benefit worthy causes, with particular emphasis on our local Motueka community.

Decisions around who is supported are made at the Club’s meetings, and they raise around $40,000 each year from projects.

Following the 2019 Pidgeon Valley fires the Lions Club presented Christmas cakes to all of our local volunteer fire brigades in appreciation of their service.

“We gain great satisfaction as a team, raising money for our community through a range of organised projects,” says president, Bill Menzies.

The Club is currently

focused on fundraising for their chosen ‘Lions Centennial Project’ raising money for a therapeutic swimming

pool. This will be built as part of the Motueka Community Pool Project, currently listed in the TDC’s Long

Term Plan. Honouring the Lions Club motto of “We Serve”, you can contact the Club to

Above: Jeff Rogers and Bill Menzies harvest potatoes for their annual fundraiser.

Below: Lions president Bill Menzies presents fire fighters with certificates and Christmas cakes as a token of appreciation.

be invited to attend two free of charge tea meetings to meet members and see how they operate.

Members then pay an annual subscription of $80 and are expected to attend meetings and participate in projects and activities as much as possible.

You are also welcome to bring a partner or friend to Club social events.

To find out more please visit www. motuekalions.org.nz or email motuekalions@lionsclub.org.nz or phone Club secretary Jeff Rogers 0216 69841.

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Meet Your Neighbour at Pokororo Hall

By Fiona Nelson

Near the confluence of the Graham River and Motueka River stands the Pokororo Hall. The site is where the fourth Pokororo School had been built in 1914 and functioned there as a school until 1939. In 1947 the site was purchased by the community from the Nelson Education Board for 20 pounds.

Locals raised the funds themselves and in 1955 with local help, Strachan and Wells built the current hall.

Community Halls are important meeting places particularly in rural areas. In the past, community halls have been hubs for socialisation, education, and communication. In the event of emergency situations, like floods and fires, they are used as evacuation points and for help and support. They are still that, but with easier travel into towns now for sport and other interests, the focus and role of rural community halls has lessened.

Pokororo Hall was used regularly by the

community for celebrations and for local groups. As recorded in the 1957 hall meeting minutes, there was the Pokororo Cricket Club, Pokororo Indoor Bowls, Pokororo Women’s Club, Pokororo Men’s Club, and Pokororo Table Tennis Club. There was a card committee, dance nights were held and Santa would visit each Christmas.

Barry Heath, who has lived in the Motueka Valley all his life, remembers biking past the hall when it was being built, on his way into high school. He has fond memories of the Christmas parties at the hall, “Santa used to arrive on all sorts of means - one year Santa came on a pet reindeer…another he came in a helicopter… As the helicopter arrived, Santa gave the children a lolly scramble from above”.

Barry recalls the hall was used a lot for parties before 10 pm closing came in, “I remember walking down the Graham Valley on frosty evenings to go to Saturday night cards. We had dart

teams, fancy-dress parties and End of Harvest parties when the tobacco season finished in March… they were some wild, hair-raising parties”.

In January 1975, the Men’s Club together with the Women’s Club initiated and organised the first Pokororo Art and Craft Fair. It continued on as a very popular two-day event showcasing the work and talent of local artisans - pottery, woodwork and other crafts.

The fair later became a one-day event and finished-up in 2018.

“It was a unique fair because it was only open to people in the valley to showcase and sell their work… but it lost local flavour, there were less stall holders so it was decided not to run it again…We [Pokororo Hall Trust] are living off the proceeds of the fair at the moment,” says Alan Benseman, who has been a member of the Pokororo Hall Trust for 40 years in various committee positions.

These days, community activity at the Pokororo Hall is far

less.

“Within the last three years we had 16 bookings, mainly family gatherings in the afternoon and some parties in the evening, some even overnight,” says Sylvia Arnold.

Sylvia, a Pokororo Hall Trust committee member, manages hall bookings. The committee meets only as needed and holds

an AGM every three years.

At the last AGM in July, the Pokororo Hall Trust committee decided to try and rouse some community spirit and interest for the hall by holding a ‘Meet Your Neighbour’ evening.

“Hopefully it will be an evening where neighbours new and old can connect and

reconnect, longstanding residents and newer residents can kind of have a get-together,” says Sue Thompson who is helping to organise the event.

“The key message we want to share is that it’s a community-owned hall for the community and we want to find out how might people want to

use it.”

Meet Your Neighbour will be held at Pokororo Hall this Saturday, 16 October, 7pm onwards. BYO and a supper plate to share.

The Pokororo Hall. Photo: Seiji Kubo.

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There’s no doubt about it, biking significantly improves our physical wellbeing. In fact, several studies have found that the combination of exercise and exposure to the outdoors is a magic formula for our emotional and mental health. As we become more attuned to not only our health but that of the planet, more and more of us are discovering or rediscovering the satisfaction of two wheeled human powered transportation. From the over 50’s on their tech savvy Ebikes to youngsters carving it up in the mountain bike park; getting out and about on our bikes is fast becoming the most popular form of exercise and transportation on the planet.

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Whether you are a current biking enthusiast or are interested in taking up this popular recreational activity, we have some fantastic news for you. Local lad’s Brent Steinmetz and Caleb Hill have teamed up with My Ride Richmond store owner Mike Anderson to open My Ride Motueka. This fantastic resourceful bike shop will soon be opening next to the Motueka Fire Station in High St.

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Mike Anderson and Brent Steinmetz (pictured) along with Caleb Hill are looking forward to helping locals with all their biking needs.

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Brent, Caleb and Mike live and breathe biking along with their My Ride Motueka crew, who are also avid bikers. They want to get you on a bike you love to ride and keep it running smoothly. However, do be warned, you may find yourself becoming slightly addicted to this popular lifestyle, becoming healthier, fitter and happier in the process.

Many of our readers will be familiar with My Ride, especially their Richmond store; they have been generous donators to a number of schools and events in the greater Motueka area for some time. From supplying bikes to Parklands School for their bike track to offering up prizes at Tasman School’s Muddy Buddy, as well as supporting the Motueka Adventure Racing Team and sponsoring talented New Zealand mountain biker Cameron James.

From your child’s first bike to your latest ride, a bike shop is so much more than just bikes, tubes and lycra. It is a meeting place where rides begin, stories are

told, friendships are made, and journeys begin. And it’s fantastic to learn that My Ride Motueka will be supporting our community not only with local employment but also with their commitment to some of the best customer service in town.

This week we stopped by the site of My Ride Motueka and found it’s a hive of activity fueled with excitement as they prepare to open their doors. Inside a spacious show room awaits, kitted out with a full range of products and cycles. Display stands showcase their broad selection of two wheeled transport and vast variety of bike models.

Their prices are just as comprehensive with a bike for every budget. Alongside their full range of cycles, you’ll also find a comprehensive selection of bike accessories, parts and equipment.

Bikes are highly versatile forms of transport, howeverwhen selecting your next bike, it’s important to consider its intended use. Bicycles are built with a general use in mind, whether this is for marathon road rides or off-road trail riding. You wouldn’t buy a hardtail mountain bike to ride to work just like you wouldn’t take your carbon fibre road bike down a muddy track.

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With this in mind, the crew at My Ride Motueka will listen to understand your needs and explain the intended purpose of our bikes. After deciding on your style of bike the next step is to determine the best size for you. Whether you want to ride through the forest on a solo ride or cruise our local cycle ways with the family, the My Ride Motueka team are here to support your cycling adventures.

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If your bike doesn’t work flawlessly, the ride just isn’t the same. At My Ride Motueka their bike technicians have the training and experience to repair, service or optimize your machine. From simple derailleur adjustments to custom wheels to frame-up custom builds, they have you covered.

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Are you ready for My Ride Motueka? They will be opening soon and there will be specials to celebrate the occasion. Keep an eye on future editions of The Guardian to discover when the celebrations begin for this locally owned store. Now is the time to embrace the benefits of biking and improve not only our health but also our happiness and quality of life.

Find out more about what’s coming our way by visiting https://www.myride.co.nz/

Motueka Art Group

Members of the Motueka Art Group kept themselves busy during this year’s Spring lockdown by producing these stunning works.

Left: Adrianne Rumens Right: Kerry Fenton Johns.

Above: Heather Archer.

Right: Marian Painter.

Far right: Barbara Ingram Monk.

Above: Ron Tippet

Below: Jennifer Stebbings.

Above: Sandra Ingram. Right: Pam York. Below right: Sue Thorp.

Sports Awards seeking nominations

It’s time again to put our local athletes on a pedestal and celebrate their successes at the ASB Nelson Sports Awards.

If you know an elite athlete or coach who has done well this year, get in touch with your club and make sure they submit a nomination on their behalf.

Has your club or rep team achieved success? Nominate them and give them the recognition they deserve.

The ASB Nelson Sports Awards is the place to highlight our region’s successful athletes, coaches and those who give tirelessly to sport.

This year we’re launching our Awards presentations online. Cue the

neon lights and flashing signs, this event is going to be next level!

Whether athletes have stood on the podium locally, nationally or internationally this is the opportunity for them to shine on the social media platform as well.

Be that good sort and nominate someone who’s achieved well in their chosen sport between 11 October 2020 to 17 October 2021.

Nominations close at 5pm on Wednesday, 20 October.

This year’s categories:

· Sportsman of the Year

· Sportswoman of the Year

· Sports Team of the Year

· Junior Sportsman of the Year

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Sportswoman of the Year

· Junior Sports Team of the Year

· Masters Sportsperson/Team of the Year

· Coach of the Year

· Lifetime Contribution to Sport

For all those who’ve given tirelessly to your club/ sport for many years they can be acknowledged with the prestigious Lifetime Contribution to Sport award.

The newly landscaped Brightwater Village Green ‘came alive’ on Saturday afternoon as 80 competitors and officials registered for the annual Waimea Harriers Brightwater Sprig & Fern 10km Fun Run and Walk, rescheduled from Covid 19 lockdown.

The Brightwater course, with 3kms on the Great Taste Trail heading up towards Wakefield, a circuit around the very scenic Mt Heslington and the remaining 4kms down-hill to the finish on River Road, is a favourite of many. While the ascent to the top of the hill seems strenuous at the time, the view from the other side towards Nelson is spectacular and a great reward for the effort expended.

The sun shone

brightly and the strong wind made running conditions trying, but much more pleasant than the predicted rain and hail would have brought.

However, the first 3 runners homeChris Sharland, Curtis Moore and John Rudge took the course

‘in their stride’, running strongly throughout the race, as did the first women, Catherine Delaporte, Renee Hunt and Colette Read.

Each of the four Waimea Harriers Sprig and Fern Events in the series, are in different locations within the Tasman Region.

Saturday, 16 October is the last race in the 2021 series and is at Mapua, where we expect many of the Mapua residents will join with the regular club runners and walkers to make an awesome event around the beautiful Ruby Coast area.

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To nominate someone and to view the entry criteria go to https://www. sporty.co.nz/asbnelsonsportsawards Awards will be presented at the ASB Nelson Sports Awards held online on Friday, 3 December.

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Saturday saw the field play the President’s Choice. The players turned up having no idea what the President had decided the competition would be. What they found was that they were playing a modified stableford with their scores relying on the colour of paper dots! The afternoon turned into a lot of fun with no one really knowing what a

good score would be. That question was answered with the number 68!

The Ladies competition was won by a margin of ten points. Tania Appelman playing an excellent round to finish with a score of 68.

Second on countback was Sharon McGeown from Sally Jones both scoring 58.

In the men’s competition Allan Barbara continued his recent run of good form to also win on 68 points.

Second Geoffrey Renshaw 66

Third Michael Hay 64

Fourth Brian Chandler 61

Fifth Murray Hamilton 61

Sixth Kevin Beach 60

Seventh Barry

Walker 60

Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin was won by Sandra Ilton and Stu Dixon.

Bay Pharmacy hidden holes was won by Tania Appelman completing an excellent day for her!

Net Eagles was struck and won by Sharon McGeown.

Motueka runner Colette Read in action during the event.

Community Notices

Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. Notices for businesses and organisations who charge for courses or events cost $12.50+gst. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices. We regret if your community notice ad has not made this week’s column, it is due to the popularity of this column and inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

AGE CONERN TEA & TALK. 24a Tudor Street The Shed- Every Wednesday 10am more info phone 0279214074

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

BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS 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 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

BLOODCANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 4444708

BREASTCANCER 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

Colorectal Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society Nelson, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

COPD? ASTHMA? Free Motueka Pulmonary Rehab course starting November. Improve your quality of life and manage your shortness of breath. Phone your medical centre ask for “Pulmonary Rehab course referral” or Nelson Asthma Society on asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

FRIENDS & NEIGHBOURS Join us for a fun, friendly movie this Friday 15th, and bring your friends for morning tea. 10:30am at Tasman Church. For more information: Jane 5266709

GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING. The Shed is a Mental health day service for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the day in a supportive and caring environment. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka

GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@ gmail.com

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

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Katrina Anderson is available free at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings 9.30am -12pm

JUSTICE OF THE 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.

THE MALEROOM INMOTUEKA. Free service for male survivors. Peer support. where: 24 a Tudor Street Wednesday and Thursdays and other days by appointment. Call Carl on 0224524215 or steppingstone4@gmail.com www.maleroom.co.nz

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.

MOTUEKA50+ WALKINGGROUP: www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursday - meet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Road. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@gmail. com

MOTUEKADISTRICT BRASS DOING anything on Tuesday evenings? How about joining Motueka District Brass and spend the evening making music with us Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or ph 02102233244.

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 MENZSHED Want to get out from under your wife’s feet? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 528 4531

MOTUEKA SENIORNET Seniornet Motueka has interest groups devoted to Countries & Culures, Android, iPads, Mac and genealogy. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

NOTICE OF SPECIAL GENERALMEETING for members of the Motueka Districts Neighbourhood Support Society. The meeting will be held at St Andrews Uniting Church lounge on Monday 18th October at 7pm. Subject: That the association we bound up and incorporated with Top of the South Neighbourhood Society. -Geoff Campbell Secretary

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

THE POWER OF ALTRUISM WITH BONNI ROSS Kindness is the ultimate generosity. It can change our lives and is our only hope for transforming our world.

Oct 17 108 Kina Beach Rd. 10.00 - 12.00 Contact jane. hobday17@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

RADIO CONTROLSAILING 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.

SURVIVORS ANDTHRIVERS - 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

SUSTAININGTENANCIES Having trouble with your tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Contact Gateway Housing Trust, email: housing@ght.co.nz or phone 03 545 7100

WAIMEA HARRIERS Brightwater Sprig and Fern 10k run and walk Saturday 16th October. Everyone and all abilities welcome. Walkers 2.15, runners 2.30. See website for details. Ph 022 372 9432.

My beloved Mom was everything you’d want in a mother, and so much more, too. Vibrant, loving, funny and smart, she touched the lives of all with whom she came into contact, from Zambia and South Africa to New Zealand. She added beauty, love and generosity to the world because of who she was.

Mom taught us to spread our wings and fly, and now it’s her turn to dance in the light.

Deeply mourned by Shaun, Bettina Stephen, Andr Thea, Sven, Mike, Brad, Saul oey, Dwayne Cody, and Alastair.

in memoriam

antiques

ALL TREE CARE Pruning, Trimming,

Removal,

in memoriam

LeVavasour, Josh

17.5.1984 - 14.10.2001

we meet again.

Mary

Sharon

Citizens garage sales

Motueka Pakawau community hall monster garage sales Labour Weekend Sat/Sun 10-1pm Ph. 03 027 524 8202

Something will remind us. We never know just when. It might be something someone says, and it all comes back again. The times we spent together. The happiness the fun, once again we feel the pain of life without you Son. Its said that time’s a healer we’re not sure this is true. There’s not a day that goes by Son, that we don’t think of you.

Forever Loved Son, Dad Mum, Lesh, Angela, Maria, Denise, and all the family.

And

Rec Centre, Old Wharf Road statecinemamotueka.co.nz Thu 23rd - Wed 29th Sept 2021 THIS IS NEW ZEALAND • 1hr 35min Sun 7.30pm Tue 1.00pm THE ALPINIST • 1hr 32min Fri 6.05pm Mon 5.50pm Wed 6.00pm NO TIME TO DIE M • 2hr 47min (Bookings Recommended) Thur 3.05pm, 8.00pm Fri 1.35pm, 7.50pm Sat 11.45am, 4.50pm, 8.00pm Sun 1.35pm, 4.30pm Mon 1.00pm, 7.40pm Tue 2.40pm, 7.40pm Wed 1.00pm, 7.40pm PAW PATROL G • 1hr 35min Thur 10.00am Fri 4.30pm Sun 10.00am AINBO: AMAZON PRINCESS G • 1hr 35min Thur 11.35am Fri 11.50am Sat 10.00am THE BOSS BABY PG • 1hr 50min Thur 1.10pm Fri 10.00am Sat 2.50pm Sun 11.35am RIDE THE EAGLE M • 1hr 40min Mon 4.00pm THE ICE ROAD M • 1hr 55min Sun 6.00pm Tue 5.40pm Wed 5.40pm entertainment funerals O R R A I N E A T E

wanted to buy

L OOKI NG TO BUY Shed items, garden tools, wheel barrow, estate, house clearout/ downsizing items. Ph Matt 021 178 2346

L OOKI NG TO BUY chainsaws and scrub cutter/weed eaters phone Matt 021 178 2346

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 0800653935 OR 5485235

Huia Rugby Club – Coaching & Support roles

Mens Senior Division Two

Huia Rugby Club are looking for expressions of interest from people to undertake the roles below for the New World Senior Division Two team for the 2022 season.

• Head coach

• Assistant Coach

• Manager

• Physio/Strapper

Ideally the Head Coach will bring with them an Assistant Coach and Manager to the team but we are open to looking at individuals for these roles. We are looking for a group of likeminded people who can work together to build a successful team and continue the Huia Rugby Clubs strong club spirit.

The Senior B team is the clubs top men’s team and is a feeder to the Kahurangi Senior Division One team. Applicants must display an inclusive attitude and be able to develop and grow the players within the team environment.

MOTUEKA SERVICE ASSISTANT Trade Checkout

Mitre 10 continues to dominate the NZ DIY retail market through both its market share and number of stores throughout the country – and you can be part of our continuing success by joining the team at Mitre 10 Motueka.

Part of this success is the great customer service we provide, so we would be really keen to hear from you if you have our passion for ensuring our customers get the right product and an exceptional level of service every time they walk through our doors – going the extra mile will be the norm for you.

MOTUEKA SERVICE ASSISTANT Retail/Garden

Mitre 10 continues to dominate the NZ DIY retail market through both its market share and number of stores throughout the country – and you can be part of our continuing success by joining the team at Mitre 10 Motueka

Part of this success is the great customer service we provide, so we would be really keen to hear from you if you have our passion for ensuring our customers get the right product and an exceptional level of service every time they walk through our doors – going the extra mile will be the norm for you.

This role is within our Retail/Garden Department. Be a part of our team, working as one team across all departments, to assist our customers to get their job done right. Delivering excellent customer service, by learning our products and helping our customers wherever possible.

HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.

STORA GE 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.

storage to lease

LONG TERM GRAZING

lease available in Motueka Valley send your details to: grazing@xtra.co.nz

trades

TASMAN BLASTING

SERVICES See website for details: www.tasmansodablasting.co.nz

Ph. 022 528 8159

If you would like to be involved with a strong supportive club, please forward your application specifying which role/s you are interested in and detailing your experience and relevant qualifications to huiarugby@gmail.com

Applications close Tuesday October 26th.

Motueka 2022 Calendar

This role is within our Trade Department. Be a pivotal member of the Trade team at Mitre 10 Motueka, by assisting with customer enquiries, learning our range of products, and helping our local account holders get the job done right. For this position we are looking for someone who has:

• Enthusiasm and team spirit.

• A passion for customer service excellence;

• Good time management.

• A quick and alert mind, with the ability to adapt and be flexible

• Willingness to learn; and

• Excellent communication skills. Previous retail experience and/or experience within this department will be viewed favorably. In this role you will report to the Store Managers. The hours for this role are full time including one day of the weekend (40 hours per week)

So if you want to work in a fun, dynamic work environment, as well as receive ongoing training, uniform and great staff buying privileges, and you think you can deliver on what we seek, then please forward a CV and cover letter to:

Ethan Sim (Assistant Manager) Ethan.sim@mitre10.co.nz Or PO Box 233, 7143

For this position we are looking for someone who has:

• Enthusiasm and team spirit.

• A passion for customer service excellence.

• Good time management.

• A quick and alert mind, with the ability to adapt and be flexible

• Willingness to learn

• Excellent communication skills.

Previous retail experience and/or experience within this department will be viewed very favorably.

In this role you will report to the Store Managers. The hours for this role are Part time, a minimum of two days per week, in which one will be a weekend day. With the possibility of being up to 4 days per week.

So, if you want to work in a fun, dynamic work environment, as well as receive ongoing training, uniform and great staff buying privileges, and you think you can deliver on what we seek, then please forward a CV and cover letter to:

Ethan Sim (Assistant Manager)

Ethan.sim@mitre10.co.nz Or PO Box 233, 7143

Organically Grown Plants

Peppers: 6 for $5

Tomatoes: 6 for $5

FREE GOVERNANCE TRAINING

Does your Board/Committee need help with Governance?

We are holding two free half day training sessions with Garth Nowland-Foreman of LEAD Centre

Afternoon of 3rd of November Morning of 4th November

Topics include:

• Governing in Crisis and Uncertain times

• Generating Strategy and Opportunity in Tough Times

• Sharing Understanding of Governance roles and priorities

Free follow up training for individual committees on 1st & 2nd December.

Please contact Rae at Community House for more information motuekach@xtra.co.nz 03 528 0404

Flower 6 packs: $2.50

• Wide range of Vegies

• Free Professional Advice

• Organic Fertilizers

Richard Grylls - 027 247 2242

5 Parker St, Motueka

For the best deals!

Motueka Athletics ready for the season

Last year the Motueka Athletics Club were fortunate to get funding from Pub Charity for coaching Run, Jump and Throw from an experienced coach, Tony Aikenhead, with assistant from their very own Masters Athletics champion, Joeline Jones. This aided in an improvement for the athletes

during the season, as they tried to beat their Personal Best times in various track and field events.

The Motueka Athletics Club caters for children of any ability from the ages of 5–15, and gives the opportunity to learn new skills, such as track events, shot put, discus, long jump and high jump. Kids are

given the opportunity to compete against both themselves by beating their Personal Best, and other athletes throughout the season.

Athletics helps children to engage in physical activity, develop fundamental movement skills like running, throwing and jumping, and it’s fun! Motueka Athletic

Club had a successful season both at Colgate Games held in Nelson, and the Tasman Championships. Motueka Club came away with the following places. Kaleb 1st overall 6 boys. Beau 1st overall 8 boys. Vianca 1st overall 10 girls. Shanina 3rd overall 14 girls. Tai 2nd overall 7 boys. Throughout the sea-

son, various athletes attended inter clubs competing against Richmond, Nelson and Marlborough during the weekend.

Beau Burger broke the Tasman Long Jump record with a new record of 4.24m. They’re looking forward to another successful season.

Online registration is now open via this link

https://memberdesq. onesporttechnology. com/3393

Registration night is Monday, 18 October from 5.30-6.30pm at Memorial Park on Pah Street. There will be an opportunity to try different athletics events, have some fun activities/races, and a sausage sizzle at the end. Their official club night starts on November, 1.

The Club would like to thank Tony Lindbom from Davis Ogilvie & Partners Ltd for his ongoing support. Tony has been marking the grounds as long as they can remember. They appreciate his support.

Head along to the Rego evening Monday, 18 October 5.30-6.30pm.

Motueka Athletics Club’s Ashen Hill (right) competes at the Colgate Games. Motueka Athletic representatives, from left, Beau Burger, Shanina Guyton, Tai Spencer, Vianca Patrick and Kaleb Elisara.