The Guardian - 15 March 2023

Stunning Totaranui named one of the world’s best beaches

With around 15,000km of coastline, it’s no secret New Zealand is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and now one of our local favourites has been named in the top twenty of the “world’s best hidden beaches”.

Totaranui Beach, renowned for its clear waters and golden sand claimed fourth position with 420 Instagram hashtags.

The beach and campground at Totaranui is a place of tradition, and holds a wealth of child-

hood memories for the generations of families who return there year after year.

The crescent shaped bay of powdery golden sand has a picturesque tidal inlet and is located at the northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park.

Loosely translated as “many totara trees”, Totaranui is framed by regenerating manuka and kanuka, southern beech, podocarp and totara.

Totaranui is the northernmost pick-up/ drop-off point for many water taxi and boat

operators, and as the only part of the Abel Tasman Coast Track accessible by road, it is the ideal place to start or finish walking or kayaking adventures.

It is a 14km drive along a windy gravel road to reach the beach from Wainui in Golden Bay.

New Zealand was the second most popular country for hidden beaches, alongside Australia in the unique list compiled by Sun Bingo which collated a unique seed list of 37 of the world’s best ‘hidden’ beaches,

extracting individual Instagram hashtags to find the least tagged beaches, officially ranking the best secret

beaches to visit, come spring or summer. Totaranui is joined by Tunnel and Muriwai beaches on the list.

It’ll come as no surprise to those who frequent Totaranui Beach that the paradise has been named the fourth best hidden beach in the world.

Camping at Totaranui is a tradition enjoyed by many families.

Revamp for Motueka skatepark

Local skaters will be stoked to learn all systems are go for a full revamp of Motueka’s skatepark, which even comes with a volcano at its centre!

Around $370,000 was needed to pay for the upgrade and a recent successful application to the New Zealand Community

Trust for the final $60,000 means it can now get started.

The additional $312,000 of funding is made up of $50,000 from Motueka Ward Reserves Financial Contributions, $40,000 from the Motueka Community Board, $80,000 from the Rata Foundation and

$142,000 from the Lottery Community Facilities Fund.

The project has been in the pipeline since 2018 when a group of BMX riders asked the Motueka Community Board for something a little more extreme at the 20-year-old park on Old Wharf Road.

They then asked

people in the community what they’d like to see incorporated into the facility and a preliminary design was put together.

This was tweaked to cater for multiple types of use, including skaters and scooter riders and all levels of experience. Resource consent was success-

fully applied for and the final design for this community asset was drawn up. Now that the final money has come through, construction work can begin, which will hopefully be late next month.

“I can’t wait, it’s going to be epic,” says local skater Baz.

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Great news for local skaters as the Motueka skatepark upgrade gets the green light. Photos: Bex Douglas Photography.

Harmless bacteria discolours

Dummy Bay’s water to brown

ly occurring iron oxidising bacteria. Iron bacteria are of no threat to human health. They are found naturally in soils and water in low numbers and will thrive as more iron becomes available.

However, the orange slime in the water or leaching from the shore

is often considered to be an aesthetic problem. Often there are oily sheens created by the decomposing bacteria cells that are often mistaken for petroleum sheens.

The TDC suspect someone may have been putting additional water into the storm-

The mysterious discolouration at Dummy Bay alarmed residents last week.

water system which brought the bacteria to the surface, but they can confirm it is not a sewer overflow.

TDC want to thank those who called to let them know, the quicker they are aware of an issue, the quicker they can investigate and sort things out.

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A mystery discolouration in the water at Dummy Bay near Kaiteriteri that appeared last Wednesday, 8 March was investigated and traced to harmless bacteria in the stormwater system and not a sewer overflow. Concerned residents

called the Tasman District Council reporting a strange rusty brown colour in the water. TDC staff and contractors investigated and found an overflow coming from the stormwater system.

Continued efforts needed to keep disabled people safe from Covid

The Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust recently showed their gratitude with a cruise to the volunteers that are the heart and soul of the Trust.

Celebrating the shared love they all have for the Abel Tasman National Park they journeyed along the coastline to Adele Island/

New research highlights disabled people’s heightened vulnerability to Covid-19, and the need for better data on the health of disabled people, says New Zealand Disability Support Network CEO, Peter Reynolds.

The newly released data analysed by Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People shows that people receiving Disability Support Services were 9% less likely to test positive for Covid, but were 4.2 times more likely to be admitted to hospital for Covid19, and 13 times more likely to die of or with Covid-19.

“While the data is limited to only a subsection of disabled people, it shows the importance of the steps taken by disability providers, in conjunction with government agencies, to protect disabled people from exposure to Covid-19.

Disabled people frequently have medical conditions that make them more at risk from Covid-19, but this can be mitigated against by vaccinations, PPE, and other protective measures,” says Peter.

“The Government needs to continue to support the efforts of disability providers to reduce the chances of disabled people getting Covid-19.

“The analysis does

have some serious limitations for making findings about the disabled community in general. The fact that disability status is not linked to people’s National Health Index number meant that data for 97% of disabled people could not be analysed. Only Covid data for the relatively small proportion of people who receive Disability Support Services was available. So, the true impact on the disability community is not known. This shows the need for better joined up data collection.

“These findings cannot be taken as a true reading for the impact of Covid on the wider disabled community, or a representation of the effectiveness of effort undertaken by disability providers and others to protect disabled people from Covid-19.

“NZDSN would like to thank Whaikaha –Ministry of Disabled People – and Manatu Hauora – the Ministry of Health – for their efforts in improving our understanding of Covid-19’s impact on disabled people.

A thorough understanding of such impact would be critical to successfully recover from the Covid-19, and more importantly, to develop emergency preparation and plans for future pandemics and humanitarian crises,” says Peter.

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Motuareronui where an evening BBQ was enjoyed onboard one of Wilson’s fabulous boats. “It’s a team effort restoring the park’s ecosystem so our thanks extends far and wide,” says the Birdsong team.

Photo: Darryl Wilson.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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We are celebrating our “first anniversary” at Motueka Library: Te Noninga Kumu throughout March.

Monday 20 March, 5.30pm

Gerard Hindmarsh Author talk – “Kahurangi out West: more stories from Northwest Nelson”. Books will be for sale $40

Saturday 25 March, 12noon-12.45pm

Steve Wilbury the Magician - A comical, magical show suitable for all ages, free.

Wednesday 29 March, 6pm

Meet the Artists and Art Tour with Donna McLeod

Use your library card or join the library and borrow books during 20- 25 March to win lucky dip prizes & pick up your free Tibetan bookmark.

“Loving the Library” Wall

Collect your brick, write on it why you love your new library, then add it to our community wall. Fun for all ages.

Booklover’s Notebooks – Take & Make Kits

Collect your free kit from the library and decorate your own notebook.

Community Butterfly Art

Pick up butterfly shapes, colour in for our Community Butterfly Exhibition

Thursday 16 March

Paper Artsy - 1.30-3pm

Enjoy friendly company while creating cards etc with decorative papers.

Monday 20 March, 10.30am - 12noon - BookCafe 2pm - 4pm - Board Games for Adults

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Dear Editor, Tasman Alliance’s Solution to fixing an ongoing ever growing problem is to put up a sign. Never mind the danger it poses, the problems it causes, or the mess it makes.

I am speaking of ‘Widowmaker Parade’, ‘Humpville’, which the road at Motueka Quay has been called.

Some years ago when the roots of the Gum Streets became a problem, a sign ‘Welcome to Humpville’ appeared. This sign was removed and replaced by a Hump Road Sign and the offending roots later cut to be flat with the road. Locals who knew it was only a matter of time before it grew to become another problem wanted a permanent solution, but to no avail. Walking near the gum trees especially in wind can be at your own peril.

Our much loved neighbour Max also finding this to be so when a massive branch of one of the offending trees fell, coming as close to death as he has ever been in his 97 years. “I survived a war, and used sprays without protection in my early years only to be almost taken out by a

gum tree on my own backdoor.” An understandably shaken man calmed down with a whiskey or two before confronting the Council. They sent an arborist to trim the tree refusing to remove the offender which was known to frequently drop branches. A young girl on a bike, maybe about 14-years-old was also a near victim. No doubt there have been others.

Many locals would love to see a permanent solution, why not action this and fix the problem permanently?

Regards,

Ann Kidd

clearing and cleaning of the below ground tank will therefore be a continual task and cost.

There are excellent toilets within the Recreation Centre but the Centre managers won’t allow them to be used by the Goodman Park sports people. It is ironic that the netball girls can use the Centre toilets, but not the football girls practising and playing on the park.

There is another toilet at the Skatepark, just across Old Wharf Road, from Goodman Park. It is being argued this toilet is too far for the Goodman Park people to use.

Dear Editor,

Is another toilet needed?

Many Motueka residents will be unaware of a proposed $200,000 septic-tank style toilet soon to be constructed at Goodman Park, adjacent to the Recreation Centre, on Old Wharf Road.

A septic tank is required because the new toilet will be a distance from the necessary drains and unable to be connected. Regular

On the basis there are two sets of toilets reasonably close, an additional toilet in central Goodman Park does appear unnecessary or at best a low priority. Is it too late for councillors and community board members to stop this project?

The $200,000 budget for this work would surely be welcomed by the Motueka Swimming Pool committee.

Regards, David Ogilvie

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Iconic Characters Come to Life

The vision of internationally acclaimed, interdisciplinary artist Gary Baseman and his wonderful world of hybrid creatures is set to grace The Suter Art Gallery in a truly unparalleled exhibition. Opening to the public this Saturday, 18 March, Memento Moa represents a momentous achievement for the vibrant art scene in New Zealand, and more specifically, for the residents of Nelson Tasman. Gary’s colourful characters, woven into mesmerizing landscapes, traverse the intricacies of migration, memory, and mortality, evoking a depth of emotion that is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors both young and old.

Through Memento Moa, Gary reimagines Aotearoa New Zealand as a land of rebirth and harmony, with a unique art style that blends playful, cartoonish characters with dark and complex themes. The exhibition features a range of media, including paintings, drawings, moving images, and installations, providing visitors with an exciting and engaging experience of Gary’s artistic vision.

The Suter Art Gallery, in partnership with NBS, and Gary, have worked tirelessly to ensure that the exhibition goes beyond the boundaries of the art world, to foster a sense of community involvement, inspira-

tion, and education.

Memento Moa is an immersive exploration of family, history, and the essence of home, one that urges visitors to join Gary Baseman in creating art inspired by those they love and cherish.

NBS has been supporting the local community for over 160 years, and their partnership with The Suter Art Gallery on this exhibition is a testament to their commitment to fostering creativity and cultural development in the region.

The exhibition is complemented by a host of associated events that are sure to delight visitors. Among the offerings is a free, family-friendly workshop where you can

“Discover Your Own Moa”, an exclusive “Friends of The Suter” opening event, art talks designed especially for NMIT students and local teachers, and a teenage drawing workshop, each of which is sure to inspire and engage.

Free to all visitors, Memento Moa opens on March 18th and runs until the 11th of June. The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu invites everyone to come and experience the unique and captivating world of Gary Baseman.

To find out more about the “Discover Your Own Moa” workshop or to reserve your spot, visit www.thesuter. org.nz.

Top right: Gary Baseman, Moa Hatter’s Tea Party, 2023 and left, Gary painting Nothing Lasts Forever for his upcoming show.

Above: Gary Baseman, Forget Me Not, 2020.

For cat lovers by cat lovers

It’s fair to say animal lover Louise knows a thing or two about caring for pets.

Accommodation Facilities

Punga Grove Cattery has been purposely built to offer felines the best possible home away from home. The cattery is fully insulated and heated to ensure your cat enjoys all the comforts they are used to.

Units are designed as night boxes. During the day your cat will have the option of enjoying the outdoor areas, cat lounge or remain in their units if they choose. Punga Grove Cattery also offers the option to separate cats that prefer non communal living.

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When it comes to choosing a cattery for our feline members of the family we want to be assured that they will be looked after and in capable hands. This is where cat lover Louise can help, she has a natural affinity to animals and has created a well thought out cattery to ensure your favourite family member is well cared for.

A little over ten years ago, Louise and her partner Murray brought a section in Onekaka, living in their Fire Engine Housetruck whilst building their home. A section next door came on the market, the couple decided to purchase it and create Punga Grove Cattery.

Louise has a ‘family connection’ with Boarding Kennels and Catteries, her Aunty and Uncle owned a Cattery in Rangiora and another Aunty and Uncle owned Boarding Kennels. in Rangiora, and her partners daughter, Georgie, owns and operates Padz and Paws in Koromiko.

Cats are fed twice daily with a high quality dry biscuit, wet foods are available too. You are welcome to bring your own food along if you want to continue your cats’ normal diet and/or they require a special diet.

Vaccinations

For the protection and safety of your cat, all cats must be vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to their stay. You will need to bring proof of yours cats vaccination, vaccination information can be found on Punga Grove Catteries website. Louise requests that your cats worming and flea treatment is up to date and all cats must be de-sexed.

To find out more about the faclities on offer head to their website or give Louise a call, phone 021 406 162, (03) 525 7024.

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Alan White started his service work for the Motueka community on August, 13 in 1970 when he joined the Rotary Club of Motueka. Since then he has held every position you can as part of the club and has been instrumental in projects the Club has been involved in –including building and then relocating the Motueka I-Site, organising the annual Beer Festival to help raise funds for the com-

munity, the clearing and re-establishment of Thorp’s Bush and most recently a very successful gold fundraising day for the swimming pool.

Alan last week was recognised for his contribution to the club and the community when he received a Sapphire Paul Harris Fellowship Award at the club meeting.

The award is named after the founder of Rotary, Paul Harris, and is one of the high-

est awards that can be given in Rotary. The sapphire pin is equivalent to a double Paul Harris Fellow Award, and in New Zealand is awarded to Rotarians to underline their longterm commitment to the Rotary ideals.

The members of the Rotary Club of Motueka would like to thank Alan for his service to the club and the community and we look forward to him coming to have dinner with us any time.

Alan White, Peter Smale and Terry Johnson, president of Rotary Club Motueka at the Club meeting where Alan was recognised for his contribution.

This beautiful 1938 Buick Straight 8 Cooper graced Motueka’s High Street last week.

The Buick Straight-8 engine (Fireball 8) was produced from 1931 to 1953 and sold in Buick automobiles, replacing the Buick Straight-6 engine across the board in all models in 1931. Like many American automobile makers, Buick adopted the straight-eight engine in 1931 as a more powerful alternative to the previous engines.

Cat lover Louise of Punga Grove Cattery.

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Pool funds increased by Murdereka success

In 1990 a string of four murders in Motueka led to then Minister of Police, Richard Prebble labelling our town “the wild wild west”.

Earlier this month writer and director Nathan Green’s ‘Murdereka’ play, a work of fiction inspired by the murders, took to the stage in Motueka’s Memorial Hall over three nights.

“I feel great that we had an audience and we had successful show,” says Nathan.

Nathan was joined by a capable and mostly volunteer crew for the production including members from the Top of the South Filmmakers, a Nelson and Blenheim film making group where interested people can network to share their talents. It also provided an opportunity for keen locals, Ethan and Tere, who were given the opportunity to learn what it’s like to work in various roles on a film set.

“We couldn’t have done it without the Top of the South crew who are mostly volunteers

which allowed us to make the film, otherwise we couldn’t have afforded it. The locals involved did a great job and for some of them it was their first time acting. Our main actors also had a great run with what were

challenging roles.”

While there was generally an overwhelmingly positive response from locals about the production, some expressed their reservations as there are still raw feelings of that turbulent time in

our town’s history.

“This area has always been rich in characters and stories, as well as being a beautiful place to live. Since lockdown 2020 I’ve been writing scripts set in and around Motueka and

it’s my ambition to bring them to you,” says Nathan. With plans to tour the play, likely in Spring, Nathan and the crew are taking a well-earned rest before his focus will turn to his next project, a short

film set in Ngatimoti, ‘The Workshop’. A savage little tragedy loosely based on a true crime story from the States.

Due to the success of Murdereka ticket sales reaching their target of 200 online bookings

Nathan’s Frostbridge Productions is donating 5% of total ticket sales to the Motueka Community Pool. “It’s a way for us to give back to the community and show our gratitude for their support.”

Left: A scene from the play. Right: Jaci Brown and Nathan Green, co-producer and producer/writer/director respectively.

Join our summer high tea tours

Why does summer always go by so fast?

Here at Summerset Richmond Ranges we’re busy trying to hang on to summer for as long as possible, so we’re planning a month of summer high teas and you’re invited.

Just pop along anytime between 10am and 2pm, on any Thursday in March, and enjoy a range of delicious food and tea and co ee on us.

Whilst you’re here, why not also get a taste of the Summerset life that our residents love so much. We’d love to show you around our village and the brand-new homes available.

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Summer high tea tours

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out&about

Parklands School House Swimming Sports on Wednesday, 8 March.

Left: Makairi Cross and Tyler Brown.

Right: Chloe Gregge and Juniper Banks.

Left: Riria GrahamWineera, Tia Maria Herewini and Arielle Watson.

Right: Roianna Toilolo, Sophie Pratt and Tegan Higgs.

Luca Murphy, Jack Shee, Levi Pope, Nico Barrier and Lincoln Randell.

New playground for Motueka Steiner School

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Since the Motueka Steiner School moved to their new campus just over a year and a half ago, development of the campus has been on-going. Last year saw the completion of the impressive Outdoor Classroom, and the annual and very successful Spring Fair was held on the new campus for the first time since its completion. This term the school inaugurated the greatly anticipated new playground. The Motueka Steiner community, including current and past parents, founding parents, and other benefactors, spent considerable time and effort fundraising for the new

playground. The 2022 Spring Fair also contributed a substantial amount.

The playground was beautifully constructed by Lachlan and Philippa Treerise of Kea Resilience Project, a Motueka-based speciality construction company. Lachlan and Philippa are also parents of the school. The school tasked them with creating an adventure playground using locally sourced, environmentally friendly materials that offer a variety of opportunities for play and physical challenges to the students within a design that is both compliant to safety requirements and beauti-

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Students at the Motueka Steiner School enjoy their new playground.

Motueka Steiner School’s students are rapt with their new playground.

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Join our consumer network and share your thoughts.

We have a mission to work with the people of our community to promote, encourage and enable their health, wellbeing and independence. To achieve this, we recognise that individuals, families, whānau and communities need a voice in the system. We know that engaging with you as our health consumers provides many benefits for not only our community but healthcare workers and providers.

We have created a consumer network so we can listen to your ideas, suggestions and feedback about our health system. Anyone who accesses health services can join the consumer network, it’s free and there is no minimum commitment. We would love to hear from you.

To find out more and to register head to www.nmdhb.govt.nz/consumers

Advance Care Planning

What matters most to you when you think about your health changing?

How would you communicate your wishes, values and preferences to the health care team and your loved ones? What health care would you want, or not want if you were unable to talk?

An Advance Care Plan (ACP), is one way in capturing these decisions. Come along to an information session for more information, have your questions answered and access some of the resources available to you.

Tuesday 21 March 2023

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Age Concern Richmond, 62 Oxford St

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An evening of folk, gospel and blues at the Mussel Inn in Takaka

It was a long time ago, on another stage when Steve Apirana was doing Jimi Hendrix and the blues proud in his band, Butler, fresh from the success of their 1972 appearance at New Zealand’s first ever three-day rock festival at Ngaruawahia.

From there it was a band called Judah where Steve met Ainsley. They married and since those days have co- piloted a professional music career across New Zealand/Aotearoa and the world from their Australian base.

They say the blues gets better with age, the wisdom of experience, the tragedy of the broken heart and the long miles on the highway. The Apiranas are pretty much proof of that. They know about the blues; they know about the joy too, the life well lived, the chances taken. It’s all here in the music

and in the story telling. Ainsley and Steve have performed their warm and raw brand of gospel, blues and folk right across Australia, in Europe and North America and up and down New Zealand.

“No tour of New Zealand is complete without an evening at the Mussel Inn,” says Steve. “This will be our third time here and we are as excited as ever to be returning.”

Both singers and

songwriters in their own right, Steve and Ainsley have released six albums between them and will be performing songs from their entire repertoire on Sunday, 19 March.

“This promises to be an easy-flowing, uncluttered and unpretentious evening of vocal harmonies, blues guitar and a few good words,” says Golden Bay Live Poets Society spokesman Mark Raffills. “A

great opportunity to chill out and groove sweetly into the new week!”

Bluegrass guitarist Jim Doak and local poet Mark Raffills will probably join them for a song or two.

Steve & Ainsley Apirana

Sunday, 19 March

The Mussel Inn 7.30pm. $10

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Ainsley and Steve Apirana are performing at the Mussel Inn on Sunday evening.

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This epic photo was captured by skydiver Olly Burgin during a 3-day parachute formation flying event held at Skydive Abel Tasman last month.

THE PTS STAMPEDE HITS TOWN

Milestone Homes Top of the South Speedway’s biggest show is coming to town. e PTS Stampede will hit the track this Friday and Saturday night with Super Stocks, Stock Cars and Ministocks all featuring over the weekend.

e Super Stocks will be grouped as they build points to qualify for the feature race, where rst past the post wins it all. Last year Brett Nicholls won an epic nal race a er a huge battle with Harley Robb. A tearful Nicholls was ecstatic with the win and will be hoping to repeat the feat this year. He has good form a er qualifying for the NZ title a couple of weeks ago.

e line-up is still being con rmed from the visiting drivers, ferry crossings being a major hurdle at the moment. e local driver numbers have built up nicely over the season. e club is looking at hosting the New Zealand title in a couple of years. Shane Harwood has been piloting the new Ben Smith car over the past few meetings; it has proved to be a very quick machine, while Alex Hill fresh from winning the South Island title has had a busy month of racing around the country.

e Stocks Cars are running a pairs format; they will be grouped with their partner over a series of races to earn points. e top six pairs go through to a teams format where they race o as pairs to advance through to winning the nal race, 6 v 5 then they will face team 4 etc, until we have a winning team. e races will be held over 3 laps - a new format to Stock Cars, so new strategies will need to be worked through. It promises to be an exciting conclusion to an epic two days of racing.

e South Island title was an epic meeting a fortnight ago and paybacks could be on the cards as driver and vehicle will need to be in top form to come away with the best pairs victory. e Youth Ministocks Mania is the third major competition running over the weekend. Around 40 odd cars from around the country are attending, with some of the fastest cars from the North Island coming down. e cars will race in groups over the weekend to nd an overall points winner plus the top six South Island and North Island cars on points will also

compete in a North V South battle to end their weekend.

e Classic Stocks are having their big get-together - four teams will race for combined points over the weekend. e format has handicapping for the various ages of the cars (and drivers) entered. e competitive edge still lingers in many, but it’s mostly about getting time on the track and having a few yarns over a Fanta or two a er. e range of cars is a testament

to the development of the cars of yesteryear through to the PTS stampede Super Stocks of today. e meeting is the biggest club show on the calendar and will kick o from 6pm Friday night and the earlier time of 5.30pm Saturday night. Tickets can be pre-purchased online, via the Nelson Speedway website or at the kiosk in Richmond Mall, there are also gate sales on the night. ere is a live-streaming service available via “ e Pits Tv” website

for those that can’t attend. e pits will be open to meet the drivers before and a er the meeting - for safety reasons covered footwear is required in the pit area. Some drivers do have merchandise for sale and posters to give away. ere is a lucky program and MTF goodie bag to win over both nights, while the souvenir shop is also open throughout the night. It promises to be a huge night of non-stop action in a busy month of speedway in Nelson.

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It’s official, Motueka loves our new library

Twelve months ago, after years of planning, work and sheer determination by many dedicated locals, our incredible new library opened in Wallace St. Over the last year Motueka has made the most of this treasured community resource. Thousands have visited, celebrations have been held, activities created, meetings conducted, presentations given, visiting authors hosted, friendships formed, support found, happy places discovered and most importantly information shared and imaginations engaged.

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One of the reasons we treasure our local library so much is the people we find there, and the friendly, welcoming culture both staff and visitors alike have created. The atmosphere of this space is an absolute credit to Motueka Library Manager Janine Gillions and her dedicated team.

Named Te Noninga Kumu, to signify an act of settling and feeling comfortable, like someone sitting on the beach and wiggling to make themselves comfortable, our new library absolutely lives up to its name sake. Designed with our community in mind, it’s so much more that a space to read, research and rediscover our imagination, our library is also a space where we connect with others and share our own stories.

Showcasing the arts

Te Noninga Kumu proudly showcases an impressive collection of 20 commissioned works of art, the artist’s behind each thoughtfully chosen piece all have a special connection with our town.

Art is about telling stories and just like our beloved books, it’s perfectly at home here. From a depiction of Huriawa the taniwha to New Zealand’s largest permanent exhibition of traditional poi, delicately dancing from the ceiling, the location of each installation has been carefully chosen.

As part of the celebrations, on, Wednesday 29 March, from 6pm – 7.30pm, Donna McLeod, our library’s Art Co-ordinator will be hosting an art tour where you can come along and meet the artists who created these breathtaking installations and discover the stories behind each piece. We highly recommend it.

Motueka Library Art Coordinator Donna McLeod in the middle of a group of students from schools throughout the district. These youngsters came to the library for inspiration and information, they are working together to enhance the Motueka Technology Education Centre (Motec).

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Highlights of Motueka Library over the last 12 months

From the desk of Janine Gillions

The Motueka Library: Te Noninga Kumu has been a thriving lively Community hub over the last 12 months. People of all ages have enjoyed the library collections, performances, art exhibitions, workshops, author talks,

children’s activities, music, kapa haka and a variety of passive programmes making this library a hive of activity. We endeavoured to engage wholeheartedly with our community, to reflect our diverse community, provide social connections for all ages, and provide literacy and lifelong learning.

106,348 visitors have walked through the doors since we opened in March last year.

1060 new members have been registered, a 35% increase on 2021-2022 membership.

178,863 library items have been issued during the last 12 months, a 30% increase on the previous year.

People are enjoying the light, spacious new building with frequent use of the community rooms, quiet reading zones, art walls and eye-catching displays.

Our diverse range of events attracted an attendance of 2950 people.

The special events included Kapa Haka performances, Kokowai Art exhibition, Under 25s Art Exhibition, Te Oro HãMatariki, the Nelson Arts Festival play “Scattergun” and Te Oro Hã Parihaka performance and author talks.

An extensive range of Take & Make kits catered to all age groups, abilities were cross cultural and included different interest areas. They hopefully provided some respite from anxiety in a covid world.

Our regular groups such as Gardening Gurus, Scrabble, Bookcafe, Poetry Circle, Storytimes, Wriggle & Rhyme, WHAM, Conversation Circle, Babbling Books, Building Bricks, Dungeons and Dragons, Paper Artsy and History Buffs were attended by 1481 people.

It’s heartwarming to see such impressive statistics for our new library, the positive feedback received has been incredible. Some could even say Motueka Library is one of the most popular rural libraries in New Zealand.

We support and congratulate the Motueka Library on their Ist Birthday

2020 - Library Manager Janine Gillions with Brent Maru, Community Board Chair (at the time, now TDC Councillor) and TDC Coucillor Trindi Walker as the foundations for our new library were put in place.

Congratulates the Motueka Library on it's 1st Birthday and the outstanding community service it provides

“Incredible community asset and people at Motueka Library. Thanks Janine and staff.” Hon Damien O’Connor MP West Coast-Tasman.

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A raft of possibilities

What the Motueka Library team and community can achieve now in the new library compared to the Pah Street library is particulary impressive.

The Community Rooms have generated much interest from the community and for Council meetings. There are regular meetings every week including out of normal opening hours. Eg Travel talks, Art workshops, groups, music, all sorts. These rooms also generate some income for the library.

The Community room has allowed the library staff to host class visits and school holiday programmes so much easier with space for school bags, coats and the activity itself.

Library staff can also host a number of regular groups in a quieter setting where some customers are hard of

hearing. At the Pah Street library visiting speakers could be heard throughout the library and any noise could also be heard, a couple talking, a child dropping a block, the staff at the counter. This prevented some people attending our events. We also had to retrieve seats from around the library whereas all the chairs and tables are in the community room ready for use.

Customers can find a seat and their own space around the library itself and a variety of seating. The Pah Street filled to maximum very quickly with many not finding a seat.

The wifi is available with many power and plug in points, a professional approach.

We have observed many younger people visiting the library, people visiting who have not entered the library for some time and people visiting from outer town. Membership is up 30%.

A stark change from the previous two years is the behaviour of lingering in the library and enjoying the space. People might do a jigsaw or play chess, meet up with friends etc.

There is an obvious increase in our Mãori audience. This may well be due to identifying with the numerous pieces of Mãori artwork throughout the library and the events we have held, eg Matariki and Parihaka performances.

Our “Relationship” building and partnerships have remained important to us. Notably our continuing partnership with Donna McLeod to maintain our iwi connections and provide some different experiences for the Motueka community.

The general interest from the community is obvious. Our author talks have increased and the number of groups we offer have increased.

Displays of books is another huge asset to the new library environment. There was little room in the Pah Street for displays. Our increase in issues will certainly be in part, due to the displays of new books.

The Parent’s room is such a great addition to the library and invites more parents and young children to visit.

The Teens area is more defined and has special funky furniture for youth to enjoy.

The Staff working areas are hugely improved. The team is much happier in this clean, fresh, brand new environment. After a big clean out at Pah Street, our resources are at our fingertips.

These handy new trolleys are a great way to gather up a stack of books to read

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Join in the celebrations

A variety of events are on offer to mark the occasion.

Special author talk - Local Takaka author Gerard Hindmarsh will be discussing his new book Kahurangi out west more stories from Northwest Nelson on Monday 20th March at 5.30pm

An impromptu talk with acclaimed writer, poet and performer Ben Brown will take place Tuesday 7th March at 6.30pm. Ben grew up in Motueka and is the current Awhi Rito New Zealand Reading Ambassador.

Magician, Steve Wilbury will entertain us on Saturday March 25 at 12 noon. A show of magic and comedy for all ages. Free. Pick up your birthday balloon as you leave.

Use your library card or join the library and borrow books during the week 20th- 25th March to win lucky dip prizes.

Pick up a special silver or gold Tibetan bookmark at the desk to observe the success of our first year in our new library.

Loving the library wall - collect your brick and write on it why you love the new library. Add your brick to the community wall, for all ages.

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New entrants and year 1 children are invited to a special Greedy cat craft and stories session with our children’s librarians. Greedy cat take and make kits will also be available to acknowledge the artwork by Robyn Belton and stories by Dame Joy Cowley.

Book lover notebook and postcard take and make kits are available throughout March while stocks last. Pick up your free kit and assemble your own notebook. Decorate a postcard for yourself or give to a friend. Themes include flowers, Egyptian, nature, a Mãori flavour, rainbows for the gay community, Dr Seuss etc

Colour in or decorate a butterfly for our community butterfly art exhibition. Pick up your butterfly or decorate some in the library, in recognition of World Butterfly Day on 14th March.

Shape poetry competition , write a poem about nature in the shape of your main subject, eg a whale poem written in a whale shape. Launching on 20th March to recognise world poetry day, get your poem in by 29th April , for all ages, lucky dip prizes to be won.

Meet the artists and Mãori art tour with Donna McLeod - come and hear the stories behind our amazing Mãori artworks, 29th March, 6pm - 7.30pm

Celebrating Libraries, celebrating youth - a special nook in the youth area will host mindful activities to do in the library or take home.

Pop up displays - look out for our pop-up displays acknowledging “World & International Days”, eg World Book Day, World Wildlife Day etc

Come and celebrate your local library and everything it has to offer, from books to events, wifi, databases, regular groups, magazines, DVDs, photocopying and printing, the community meeting rooms and just enjoying the space.

Thanks for your support Motueka - congratulations to Te Noninga Kumu on a great first year.

This library has been one of the most important places in New Zealand for our family, with a great variety of books and very friendly staff. I enjoy coming here almost every day.

Rosie Wetere, cutting out the stunning butterfly she has coloured in as part of the celebrations.

Come in to the library and add your message to their wall.

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“Libraries, whether they are big, famous and elaborate or tiny, simple and humble are some of the most important buildings in any community. They provide an opportunity for an enormous range of people to research the real world or ... escape it all together, an opportunity to look into the past, but also to imagine the future.”

Tim King Mayor of Tasman District Council. A massive thanks to our whole community for support ing the Motueka Library, especially the Tasman Distict Council, it could not have happened without them.

Our new library as seen from Decks Reserve, notice the impressive solar panels. Janine tells us the building is being entered into an Architectural competition.

Ember and Zac Terry from Mapua love the new library, we found them enjoying a good book.

Ali gives a wave while Ben is busy concerntrating, both of these lads are from Motueka South School.

Librarians Mary and Eleisha, hard at work behind the scenes.

Demand for strong wool comes from domestic innovation

Wool Impact is seeing a projected growth in the usage of domestic wool across market categories. The information compiled by the industry body is based on data collected from domestic manufacturers during its first six months in operation.

“We foresee a doubling in the domestic use of strong wool in the next two years, potentially moving to an annual domestic production of New Zealand wool products using around 40,000 tonnes of clean wool by 2028,” says Chief Executive, Wool Impact, Andy Caughey.

The majority of New Zealand wool is exported and the returns to growers have reduced due to less international demand that has been compounded by the impacts from COVID-19. However, Wool Impact is seeing the tide turn as local brands take matters into their own hands by manufacturing wool-based products domestically.

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“The perception of wool is changing as brands see it as a natural, sustainable material that offers innovation potential”.

“Proximity to the source means local brands are acutely aware that without sustainable farm gate prices, the supply of quality wools will continue to decline, resulting in a negative impact on the diversity of Aotearoa’s land use, and the robustness of our rural communities,” says Caughey.

Wool Impact has been canvassing local brands and businesses, as well as global markets, to understand where new opportunities exist, and advocate for increasing the usage of strong wool.

New Zealand strong wool is typically used in carpet and rugs.

According to Caughey, New Zealand’s carpet brands are experiencing increased demand in New Zealand which they’re well placed to meet with local manufacturing.

Wool Impact is also seeing growth coming through new and emerging market categories including insulation, acoustic tiles, furniture, flooring innovations and in the future from deconstructed fibres (particles, powders, and pigments).

“We’re seeing brands like Big Save, Honest Wolf, Wise

Wool and FLOC using wool in innovative ways. If the predictions of brands actively advocating for wool in their product ranges are realised, then we will see a significant impact on wool demand and price with the added benefit of reducing our reliance on some of our volatile export markets,” says Caughey.

Representing wool as a responsible and sustainable fibre for consumers is crucial to increasing the demand for strong wool and generating greater returns for NZ farmers.

Advocating the current high standards of environmental care and animal welfare amongst New Zealand farmers was made possible via the extension of the Farm Assurance Programme to include wool late last year. Wool Impact has funded and supported the establishment of this assurance programme as a lever that will build brand trust and value in New Zealand wool globally.

“We’re very focused on supporting brands especially as they expand into global markets. It is brands, and sustained partnerships between them, their value chains and growers that will improve wool prices,” says Caughey.

Wool Impact is a collaboration between the Government and sheep sector partners under the Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund to grow revenues for wool. The $11.4 million, three-year programme has $6.9 million investment from sector partners and Government investment of $4.5 million.

Kiwifruit growers begin referendum vote

From 23 February until 24 March, New Zealand’s kiwifruit growers are invited to participate in a postal and online referendum for a compulsory levy on kiwifruit exports except Australia.

The proposed levy would continue to fund NZKGI’s activities which will include an increased focus on the monitoring and reporting of industry performance. The last referendum took place in 2017. Since that time NZKGI has used the levy to produce significant outcomes for kiwifruit growers. This has included supporting growers through COVID-19, to advocate for the Single Point of Entry marketing structure, hold Zespri to account and to attract labour to the industry.

NZKGI Chairman, Mark Mayston strongly encourages growers to vote in the referendum. “It is in each individual growers’ interest to be engaged in this process. As we are seeing with issues like the proposed ban of Hi-Cane, the success of their business often comes down to the advocacy that NZKGI provides them.”

The referendums’ significance is reinforced by NZKGI CEO Colin Bond who says, “this is an important opportunity for kiwifruit growers to make their vote count and we strongly encourage all Growers to participate in the referendum. Grower votes will show the Minister of Agriculture the level of support there is to continue the funding for kiwifruit grower advocacy.”

All growers are entitled to vote and will be sent voting papers. A grower is considered to be the “titleholder of kiwifruit”, meaning a person that has legal and beneficial title to kiwifruit when it is supplied to an exporter. The grower is sometimes not the owner of land.

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Get involved, netball is for everyone !

During the season there is a hive of activity on the netball courts at Motueka Recreation Centre, as over 600 people gather to play and support one of our region’s most popular sports.

Last year there were 56 teams made up of 19 Future Ferns teams, 12 Primary teams as well as Secondary and Senior teams. In addition Motueka Netball also boasts both Walking and Twilight Netball. Our local netballers embrace players of all ages and genders. This year’s netball season is due to start soon. If you are thinking of getting involved, there is no better time than now.

Our local netball scene is embraced by all of our schools, both urban and rural, children and adults. Netball is one of the few sports to engage all cultures, making it a key contributor to the well-being of our community and it’s one of largest volunteer sports in New Zealand. In fact our local netball club has been recog-

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nised as one of the most engaged in the country. Netball as a team sport has many benefits for junior participants that contribute to their holistic development. Developing strong, resilient players that love to learn are qualities that will continue to benefit them as adults.

Motueka has so far produced five Silver Ferns, all of whom have come through the ranks of Motueka Netball

and we are very proud to call them ‘our own’.

How to get involved

Whether you are looking at playing or being a supporter, there are many ways to get involved with our local netball scene. Your first port of call for information is online, motuekanetball.co.nz

No matter your age, Motueka Netball has something to offer.

Walking Netball

There aren’t many sports where you can have a retiree’s in their senior years alongside younger players and mixed genders all on the same team, but you can with walking netball. It’s a wonderful way to reintroduce yourself to the sport, try something new or use as a tool to help recover from an injury.

We’ve been lucky enough to spend some time with our local walking netballers and have to say they are a fantastic group of people.

For these players the social side of the sport is just as important as participating on the court. Every Tuesday morning they play, from 10am at the Motueka Recreation Centre and have a great deal of fun. Bring a gold coin donation, wear comfortable clothing and shoes and bring along a sense of humour. If you have any questions about Walking Netball, call Steph on 0274463916.

Summer League

On Wednesday evenings these players take to the courts, it’s very popular with around 14 teams competing at present. With team names like ‘The Tradies’ and “Nanny McFanny” fun is always on the menu. Don’t wait for winter to play your favourite sport, instead get together with your friends and make up a team. Head to the Motueka Recreation Centre on a Wednesday evening to cheer on this year’s Summer League.

Grades and Teams

There are four different grade levels, plus intermediate and senior teams. Most games are held at the Rec Centre during the season. Younger players are able to become involved through their schools. There are also rep teams and Under 14 Development teams to get involved with.

ANZ Future Ferns

Children who are aged five years and over and boys up until the age of 12 can become ANZ Future Ferns, there are four different year groups. Players progress though modified formats of Netball that recognises their stage of physical and mental development. The aim is not only to grow their Netball abilities but also to help with their overall physical literacy which includes confidence, motivation, knowledge and understanding and physical competence.

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Umpire Development Program and Coaching

Motueka Netball has an excellent Umpire Development Program lead taken by Ann Martin and Nola Woolaston. The program is run within our local schools prior to the season and then carried out every Saturday in the practical sense for all new and budding umpires.

Coaching sessions are also available in Motueka and Nelson for Future Fern Coaching Modules. You can find out information for Umpire Development and

Future Ferns Coaching via the Motueka Netball website motuekanetball.co.nz

If you want to find out more information about Motueka netball get in touch via email motueka.netball@gmail. com or give them a call on 0274463916

The 2023 Netball Season is about to get underway, do sign up and make the most of this popular non-contact sport.

Motueka Walking Netballer’s were joined by the Nelson team for a fun game last week.

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Motueka Bowling Club results Motueka Bridge Club results

Monday, 6 March – Club Championships Round 1 of 9

NORTH-SOUTH

1st Chris Sutton / Lorraine McArthur 56.2%

2nd Martin Thompson / Justine Thompson 55.34%

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1st Jacquie Martin 68

2nd Sandra Ilton 69

3rd Kerry McConchie71 4th Sandra Le Pine 72

Results of the Motueka Bowling Club’s Open Two Bowl Triples Tournament held on Sunday, 12 March 2023.

The tournament was generously sponsored by the Talleys Group. Again, numbers were down a bit but 11 teams took to the green to battle it out for line honours. Four games of 12 ends each were played, all

in good spirit.

Results:

1st Sam Woods, Phil Maquet, Brian Ensor, from the Motueka Club with 3 wins, 30 ends

2nd Tony Fowler, Craig Fowler, Sheryl Riordan from the Motueka Club with 3 wins, 29 ends

3rd Graham Crawford, Carl Perrett, Chris Moyle from the Pohara Club with 3 wins, 25 ends

Just missing out on a place by one end was Wayne Tibbet’s team from Motueka.

Many thanks to Talley’s for their continued support of the Motueka Bowling Club.

3rd Carolyn Gatenby / Kathryn Brookes 53.63%

4th Malcolm Macleod / Gillian Treadwell 53.42%

EAST-WEST

1st Janet Howell / Karen Logan 62.12%

2nd Mary Pupich / Karen Hawker 60.19%

3rd Mary McCallum / Anne Cegarra 59.72%

4th Vicki Adnams / Mary Hamilton 58.33%

Tuesday, 7 March - Junior Club Championships (Round 1 of 9)

1st Vivienne Fox / Tom Fox 62.5%

2nd = Ron Argue / Maxine Carrington 56.25%

2nd = Peter Whiddett / Lois Cocks 56.25%

The 11-year-old girls take off for their swim leg at the Weet-Bix TRYathlon on Sunday in Tahunanui.

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AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK 24a Tudor Street The Shed- Every Wednesday 10 am. More Info phone 027-9214074

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

BETTER BREATHERS CLASS MOTUEKA is back on for 2023! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held on Mondays, 11.30am – 12.30pm, at the functional fitness room, Motueka Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. $5 per class. Car park entry to the class available. For more information, please contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 027 5267675 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

CAR BOOT SALE St Peter Chanel School 1 Apri 9am - 2pm. Contact 0275287366 to book a site.

FLOOD REFIEF FUNDRAISING to aid those affected by cyclone Gabrielle, all money raised to go to Flood Relief. Saturday 11th March from 10:30am. Sausage sizzle, baking, books, flowers, plants, produce,ice cream, childrens stall. For info call 027 4404 022

GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING Wellbeing is important for all of us to thrive. The shed is a safe place to meet new people in a supportive and caring environment. We also can connect you with other agenesis for the right support needed. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka Email: admin@ght.co.nz

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 - Monday & Wednesday 1.15 - 3pm. All Welcome. Contact Jude 027 3244226

Motueka Over 50s Social Hub, 10 Pah St.

MOTUEKA ELYSIUMFOR WIDOWS & WIDOWERS meet Mondays 9.30 am at Muses Cafe, High Street for coffee & chat, friendship & support. Ph Carol 5285027

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Want to do some woodwork but have no tools? Join Menzshed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12am

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355

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

MOTUEKA DISTRICT TOY LIBRARY Motueka

District Toy Library on 44 Pah st. Open 10am11:30am Tuesday and Thursday, and Saturday 10am - 12pm. Annual membership $30. Hundreds of toys for all ages

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Young people can learn to play a brass instrument, we have the tutors. Come along and have a go. Email motueka.brass@ gmail.com or phone 02102233244

MOTUEKA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Club day Sunday 12th March 1.30 pm at Brass Band Room. All welcome. Contact John 0274184256

MOTUEKA LIONESS CLUB Jams, sauces, pickles. Stall outside New World Motueka for one day only on the 30th March.

MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB meets every Wed 7.30pm, Lower Moutere hall., from 8th March. Fun and social, supper after. Beginners welcome, (start 7pm). More info ph Fay 03 5433650, 021 0393559, Beth 021 2093236

MOTUEKASENIORET Have a Mac computer or laptop? Then come along to our Mac interest group next Friday 24th March 2-4pm. Join Senioret Motueka, phone Kay on 021 109 5902 or go to www. senioretmotueka.org.nz

MOTUEKA REBUS CLUB next meeting is at 10.00 on Friday 17th February at The Bandrooms. All welcome. Phone John at 0274082206.

MOTUEKA RSA FISHING CLUB AGM Thursday 30th March at 7pm at the RSA. New members welcome.

MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP Walks every Thursday. For information contact our Secretary at secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com 0212640403 and check our website www.motueka50pluswalkers. org.nz

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail. com, 24hrs notice required.

NELSON ASTHMA SOCIETY Better Breathers Class Motueka is back on! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Warf Road, Mondays at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $5 per class. Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

NELSONRAILWAY Founders Park. The Railcar will run from 11am both Saturday & Sunday this weekend, weather permitting. Check our facebook page and website for updates.

NVC PRACTICE GROUPS (2) starting in Motueka Thursday October 2022 – 1pm contact Vikki Lee at vikkijlee@gmail.com and 7pm contact Margaret McCallum at margaret@margaretmccallum.com.

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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

REBUS MOTUEKA Next meeting will be Friday 17th Febuary 2023

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.

RED CROSS MOTUEKA BRANCH Fundraising shop open Monday to Friday, 10am until 2pm. Community House, Decks Reserve. We sell clothing, household linen and books. Donations of sellable goods appreciated.

RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1-4pm friendly group, includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359. All welcome. RUM MORRIS DANCERS. Light hearted musicians and dancers. 7pm Tuesday at the Lower Moutere Scout Den. Embrace your inner unicorn with these delightful people. rummorris@gmail.com.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA have one on one help sessions with any iOS, Android and Windows devices every Wednesday 10-12. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SUSTAININGTENANCIES Having trouble with your Tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Gateway Housing Trust. Contact us today, Housing@GHT.CO.NZ ph:03-5457100

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

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKING GROUP Meeting on Thursdays at 9AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03 528 8358

THE HEART SUPPORT GROUP monthly meeting is on Wednesday 15th March at Elevation Café Motueka at 10:30am. For more information contact Janet Kelly on 0272296260. This month it will be an informal social get together.

WAITAKI OLD GIRLS’ SOCIAL GROUP Pop in for a coffee and chat on Friday 3rd March from 10am. Venue. Sun Devine Cafe at Summerset in the Sun. 16 Sargeson Street Stoke. All Oamaruians welcome. Queries 027 673 1145

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ 10am - 11.30am, Wednesday 15th March 2023, Motueka Library. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www. wellby.org.nz 03 5467681.

WALK 4 HEALTH EVERY Wednesday 10am, at Mot Community Garden, 30 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size. Contact 027 930 5310 or welontrack@gmail.com

Anniversary

MR & MRS BOB & CAROLINEFOSTER

Still in love after 65 years, celebrating their Sapphaire Anniversary. Married on St Patricks Day the 17th March.

Death Notice Death Notices

CAWOOD, GRAHAM

WILLIAM

11.12.195810.03.2023

Death Notice

ANTIQUES/ COLLECTABLES

NZ Paintings & Books, Musical Instruments, Toys, Cameras, Clocks, Silver, Fine China, Morris Minor ect. Closing Shop after 22 Years! Don’t miss the bargins week at Slouchebys Antiques, The Castle, 75 Gladstone Rd Richmond. Ph 544 0723

Open Mon - Sat

Antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

Arborist

ALL TR EECARE

Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming. Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 or 027 494 8028

Dentures

Antiques NE W D ENTURES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

For Sale

FURNITURE

Closing shop after 22 years. Desks, Chests of Drawers, Tables & Chairs, Welsh Dressers, Bookcases, Display Cabinets, Rugs, Hall Stands, Mirrors, Trunks ect. Genuine bargains at Slouchebys Antiques, The Castle, 15 Gladstone Rd Richmond Ph 544 0723

Open Mon - Fri

Gerden Service

GENIE'S GARDEN SERVICE

General weeding, rose and other pruning, odd jobs text 021 214 1270

Lost

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 64 years. Dearly loved by his wife Alex; Children Darin, Paul, and Nicole; Sisters Sharron, Trudy, and Wendy. Cherished by his 11 grandchildren.

Treasured son of the late Bill and Mollie Cawood. A huge thank you to Kerry from The Doctors and the Motueka District Nurses. Messages to 104 King Edward St Motueka.

‘Keep On Trucking’

Selling?

PROPERTY for sale? Sell it in The Guardian classifieds.

Funerals

NECKLACE

Sentimental necklace lost in Motueka around the 13th Dec 2022. Heart shaped pendant with garnets, silver chain, diamond encrusted clasp. A very special peice dear to me. Please call Noeline 03 525 8644

SCOTT ELIZABETH passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, 2nd March 2023. Loving wife of the late James Grant. Loving mother of Andrew, James, Clive, Peter (dec), and Helen. Much loved Gran of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A memorial service for Elizabeth will be held at St Andrews Uniting Church, 64 High Street, Motueka on 18 March 2023 at 11:15am.

Death Notice

CAWOOD, GRAHAM

WILLIAM Passed away peacefully aged 64 years. Loved “Big little brother” of Sharron, brother in law of Terry. Uncle of Darryl and Raewyn, Jo and Mikey.

Flexible Funeral Plans

Available

03 929 5145

nelson.simplicity.co.nz

public notices

WE OFFER FREE found listings. Phone us on 528 2088 with the details or call into the office at 19 Wallace Street, Motueka.

LOOKING for that special someone? Place an ad in The Guardian Newspapers personals section.

Church Notices

Come and celebrate

SITUATIONS VACANT

Braeburn Orchard

APPLE PICKERS WANTED

Dentures

Firewood

THE FIREWOOD YARD

ROBINSON ROAD

Dry Macro, OM Pine/Gum, Applewood Timbers - Farm & Garden Macro, Gum, OM Pine Sleepers & Flitches

Peter (03) 528 7554

(leave a message and your number)

Public Notice

NEW SHOW ROOM HOURS

Monday & Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday & Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm Phone: 03 5284640 Email: info@tasmancanvas.co.nz

The

Would like to thank the following people and businesses for their sponsorship and support for our annual show:

family

Chilled Food Assistant

e are looking for enthusiastic honest reliable person to ll this position of Chilled Foods ssistant his is a full time position

Duties include:

• Stocking of the free ers and chillers presentation of products

• ssisting customers as re uired

• Maintaining high standards within the Department

• Compliance with the Food Control Plan and Health Safety re uirements

• he position does re uire work in a storage Free er to store stock

The successful applicant must:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently

If you believe you are the right person for this position, we look forward to receiving your application. Application forms are available at the Customer Service Counter or email directly to Motueka.HR@newworld-si.co.nz

Applications close 31st March 2023

Wanted to Buy SINGLEOR

Deli Assistant

We are looking for an honest, reliable, enthusiastic person to ll positions in our Deli Department

The position involves:

• Fresh food handling and preparation of fresh and packaged seafood products

• Packing and presentation of food products

• Customer Service

• Maintaining high standards within the Department and complying with our Food Control Plan

The successful applicant will:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Have food preparation skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently

We are looking to hire pickers for our up and coming harvest. Good bin rates, great team. Phone Steve: 021 044 0800

Pack house Cleaner wanted for Harvest

Job consists of cleaning pack house daily and helping out in accommodation blocks .Starting February 27th to the end of May ,5 days a week Monday to Friday around 4 hours a day start time negotiable $23.50 start rate.

For further information please contact: Melissa 021 237 6433

Checkout Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic, honest and reliable person to position to join our Checkout Team.

The successful applicant must:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Honesty and integrity essential

• Be con dent with cash handling

• Have experience operating Point of Sale systems

Duties include:

• Processing customer sales

• ccurate handling of transactions including cash eftpos and credit card

• Providing excellent customer service

• Packing of customer purchases

• Maintaining high standards within the

HAS someone done you a good deed? Show your gratitude in our ‘Thank You’ column. Come in and see us at 19 Wallace Street.

garage sales

Top Team makes for a top day at school

Students of Motueka South School have fun during their Top Team event on Wednesday, 8 March.

Sport Tasman’s Top Team has been a popular event at schools around our district with a record number of primary schools and students expected to take part. Modelled on the old Top Town series which was popular in the 1970s and 1980s, Top Team has proved a hit with kids since being reintroduced across the region by Sport Tasman in 2009.

Almost 5000 students from 32 primary schools in Nelson, Marlborough, Kaikoura and

Free

CURTAIN MAKING^

ON THOUSANDS OF FABRICS

Buller took part in the last annual series in 2021/22.

The event’s success is that it is fun, with kids taking part in both dry and wet activities, which require balance, coordination, cooperation and problem solving.

Top Team is about teamwork and working together, competing against the event and a rival team. However, at the end of the day no prizes are awarded to winning teams as everyone is a winner!

Wide Range of

SELECTED BLINDS, SHUTTERS AND MOTORISATION*

Righ t n o w at Guthri e B owro n , we’ve go t F REE cur t ain maki ng ^ on thousa n ds of fab r ics. In s pi r ation s t ar ts here, aty our lo c al G uthrie Bowro n.