The Guardian - 17 July 2019

Quirky local to strut his stuff

If you’re looking for something to do with the kids during the school holidays, look no further than the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts where award-winning children’s musician, Levity Beet of Takaka, will be presenting his new Musical Invention Show. Levity will perform original music on curious instruments that he makes from heaters, airbed pumps, tyre valves and anything else that catches his imagination. Booking details and more on page 7.

Calling NZ’s top biosecurity champs

Entries are now open for the 2019 New Zealand Biosecurity Awards. These Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions towards protecting our country against pests and diseases.

The Awards acknowledge people and organisations across New Zealand who are contributing to biosecurity – in our communities, businesses, iwi and hapu, government, in the bush, our oceans and waterways, and in our backyards.

“Some New Zealander’s don’t understand that the work they’re doing is part of our biosecurity system – from trapping, to pest and disease management in our forests, rivers and oceans, these are all biosecurity actions,” says Roger Smith, Head of Biosecurity New Zealand.

Safe from pests and diseases

“These awards celebrate the incredible individuals and teams who are working hard to help ensure Aotearoa is safe from pests and diseases.

“Their magnificent mahi is fundamental in keeping our biosecurity system strong, and every day they are putting in the hard yards to ensure we continue to be world-leading biosecurity champions.”

“In 2018 we had a great response to entries for the Community Awards, so we are pleased to announce that this year there are two tiers for this award. The Community Kahiwi Award, meaning heart of the tree, for programmes longer than 18 months; and the Community Pihinga Award,

meaning seedling, for new programmes started in the past 18 months. Each winner receives a $2,500 prize.

“We are grateful to receive continued support for these Awards from our fantastic sponsors – AsureQuality, Department of Conservation, Eagle Technology, Government Industry Agreement (GIA), Mondiale, Te Puni Kokiri; and the on boarding of a new sponsor, Bio-Protection Research Centre – we couldn’t do it without them,” says Roger Smith.

The impact the New Zealand Biosecurity Awards have on previous winners goes beyond the recognition and celebration on the Awards night.

Last year’s Local and Central Government and Supreme Award winner, Jonathan Streat, Director of Operations for Environment Southland says the small effort to entering these Awards are well worth the pay off.

Providing inspiration for others

“Having Fiordland Marine Regional Pathway Management Plan win the New Zealand Biosecurity Supreme Award acknowledged the value of organisations working together to protect our unique marine ecosystem, while providing inspiration for others to take up the challenge.”

The New Zealand Biosecurity Award categories are:

Department of Conservation Community Pihinga Award

Department of Conservation Community Kahiwi Award

Te Puni Kokiri Maori Award

GIA Industry Award

Eagle Technology Local and Central Government Award

Bio-Protection Research Centre Science Award

Mondiale Innovation Award

AsureQuality Emerging Leader Award

Minister’s Biosecurity Award Supreme Award

Entries close 5pm, 24 July. To find out more about the Awards and to enter, visit ThisIsUs.nz

Supporters team up for SPCA

Following the SPCA’s November 2017 restructure, local activity slowed down as everybody settled into the new operation.

Now, a local supporters group has been established in Motueka with the goal of assisting the SPCA in whatever way it can.

“Tasks will mostly revolve around fundraising, education, helping the OpShop, finding foster families and any other activities which members can undertake that are not covered by Officers of the SPCA,” says group representative Bruce Geddes.

Extending fundraising

Fundraising has historically been quiz nights at the Sprig & Fern and Playhouse plus Muso’s for Mammals at the Playhouse. Bruce says with enough supporters on board activities such as sausage sizzles can be undertaken as well as participating in the annual Street Appeal.

“The only limits are the imaginations of the members!” says Bruce.

Bruce was chair of the Motueka SPCA in its final year of existence before one national body was

created and individual branches ceased to exist.

“We’re keen to keep things moving here in Motueka. We’d been running a de-sexing programme and didn’t want that to disappear. Our goal is to eliminate unwanted dogs and cats. We believe we can make a difference,” says Bruce.

On Sunday, 28 July the group is hosting a ‘Shwap Fundraiser’ where people drop of several good quality items of clothing and purchase a $10 entry ticket, which also includes entry into a raffle, and they’re then able to purchase as many items as they like for $2 each. You’re welcome to drop off items of clothing and make donations to the SPCA even if you don’t wish to shop.

Get your tickets

The event will be held at the Motueka Memorial Supper Room from 11am to 3pm. To drop off clothing and purchase a ticket visit the SPCA OpShop or Motropolis.

If you’re interested in taking part with the SPCA supporters group please contact Bruce Geddes via his email bruce4power@gmail.com

SPCA representative Bruce Geddes with ‘Mikey’, a former wild cat.

Win Tombs (right) with friend, Sarah, celebrates her birthday at Motueka’s Red Beret Café. Win says she was being “thoroughly” spoiled by café owner, Maggie. “Every day Maggie looks after me,” says the sprightly 92-year-old. Win’s birthday was kicked off with a phone call from family just after midnight. “They’re naughty like that!” she laughs. After enjoying morning celebrations at the Red Beret Win was having a day out with her daughter, where a surprise awaited.

How do you feel about customer service around Motueka?

“It’s very good and friendlier than most.”

Cameras to save dolphins

Commercial fishing vessels at greatest risk of encountering the rare Maui dolphin will be required to operate with on-board cameras from 1 November, as the next step to strengthen our fisheries management system.

Prime Minister

Jacinda Ardern and Fisheries Minister Stuart Nash have announced new funding in Budget 2019 will ensure our fisheries are managed sustainably, compliance is encouraged, and monitoring and verification are increased.

Jacinda Ardern says one of the priorities of the Wellbeing Budget is to support regions and businesses adjust to long-term environmental challenges facing our economy.

“Enhanced fisheries management helps secure a sustainable future for our marine species.”

Only 63 adults left

“Maui dolphins are critically endangered. It is estimated just 63 adults remain in our waters. Their habitat stretches from Northland to Taranaki and overlaps the inshore fishery where commercial vessels catch species like

snapper, tarakihi, gurnard and john dory.

“It is crucial we act to protect this fragile population of marine mammals. On-board cameras will give us independent, accurate information about the impacts of commercial fishing in this area. It will encourage compliance and ensure fishing practices are sustainable and verified.

“Enhanced fisheries management sits alongside other efforts to deal with long term environmental challenges. This includes a proposed network of marine protected areas off the Canterbury and Otago coast, legislation to tackle greenhouse gases, phasing out single-use plastics, greater funding for predator and pest control, and support for sustainable tourism growth.

“The on-board camera programme encourages our fishing industry to meet expectations from consumers and overseas

regulators about how seafood is caught and how we protect species such as Maui dolphins.” says Jacinda.

Stuart Nash says the Budget sets aside $17.1 million over four years for purchase, installation and maintenance of the camer-

final number requiring cameras will depend on whether they continue to fish in the area using trawl or set nets. The final number may be fewer as some of these vessels may choose to fish elsewhere.

“Other vessels that work the area use methods like longlines, purse seine nets and potting that pose a lower risk and they will not be required to carry cameras at this stage.

“The roll-out of cameras in the Maui dolphin habitat allows time to refine systems and processes before a wider camera programme is considered across more of the commercial fleet.

funded cameras since 2015. Other jurisdictions, such as British Columbia, ran fouryear camera trials with the government working alongside the commercial fleet to take the time and effort to get it right.

“Overseas experience has demonstrated the value of on-board cameras, but also made it clear we need to invest time, effort and resources for the greater public good.

The latest step

as, as well as the costs of storage, review and analysis of the footage.

“Commercial trawlers and set netters working in Maui dolphin habitat will be required to carry cameras because their fishing methods pose most risk to dolphins,” says Stuart.

“It will affect up to 28 vessels although the

“It is important to emphasise that cameras by themselves will not stop a dolphin being caught in a net. But international evidence from Australia, the U.S., Denmark and the U.K. shows cameras drive positive change and greatly improve the quality of fishing data.

“In Australia 75 vessels have operated with government-

“On-board cameras are the latest step in an ambitious programme to protect the marine environment and support sustainable fisheries. By December 2019 all commercial fishing vessels will be reporting their catches and positions electronically and in close to real time. This will give us better data about what they catch and where.

“Legislation is also likely to be introduced later this year after public consultation on the rules that govern commercial fishing.”

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It is a significant investment and allows us to move quickly alongside industry to implement change.

Donald Armstrong (NZSO) Raffaele Bandoli (Trumpet) Juliet Ayre (Violin) Fleur Jackson (Violin)

‘Bye-bye fees: hello a stronger NCEA

Families of secondary students will no longer have to pay fees for NCEA and NZ Scholarship, in one of a raft of changes to strengthen the qualification and pave the way for more young people to succeed.

More than 145,000 households are estimated to benefit from the removal of the $76.70 NCEA fee that families pay every year for around 168,000 secondary students.

Making ends meet

“As part of the Wellbeing Budget we are abolishing these fees to make things a bit easier for families to make ends meet and ensure every student who achieves NCEA can receive their qualification,” says Education Minister Chris Hipkins.

“It is another step by the Coalition Government to put the free back into free education.”

The Government is also funding the continued roll out of the NCEA Online programme so students can opt to sit their exams using a PC or laptop.

“This reflects the way students already interact with the world and how they are doing much of their learning, and it helps to prepare them for their next steps after school.”

The removal of fees is one of a number of improvements to the NCEA being announced today, following a year-long review which 16,000 New Zealanders took part in.

“These improvements are a major step

towards making the respected and valued NCEA more relevant for students.

“They address limitations and unintended consequences that have built up over time.

“Over-assessment has been swamping students and teachers and getting in the way of actual learning, and the current reality is that some students finish school with gaps in their knowledge and skills.

Strong focus needed

“Some young people don’t cover all the

learning that is important and there has not been a strong enough focus on literacy and numeracy.

“With these improvements NCEA will become more credible and robust. They will set stronger directions for all students working towards an NCEA.

“Considering that only around a third of Year 13 school leavers go into degree-level study, it is vital we do more to prepare all students for successful transitions into vocational training, work, or further studies.

“Teachers will get

more time to teach and students more time to learn, with a shift away from fragmented, small assessments towards larger, more unified blocks of learning and assessment.

Success strategy

NCEA will be more accessible and more focused on the most important learning needed to set young people up for success.

“Improving support for students to undertake NCEA through Maori-medium education is long overdue,” says Chris.

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Motueka High School students Alex Crowe, Shanti King and Joel Bishop are pleased NCEA fees have been abolished.

NS Rogers Challenge Riwaka’s Becky Johns, students Mia, Jayde and Nikora with Riwaka School principal Fraser Campbell.

Giving back via fuel discounts

When a group of Riwaka students noticed small amounts of graffiti appearing at their school they decided to enquire about the street art, examining its effect on their school and its role within society.

“They started looking into ways of managing the graffiti at school or minimising it happening,” says principal Fraser Campbell.

NMIT tops for delivery results

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) has been recognised for delivery in the 2018 Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Performance Indicator results.

NMIT was placed first for course completion rates for all learners in the 2018 year. The Institute was also placed first for completion rates for both Maori and Pasifika learners during 2018. These rankings are produced following assessment against performance of all sixteen Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs).

Education Performance Indicators or EPIs are produced annually by TEC providing a ranking on how well tertiary providers are helping their learners achieve. The course completion indicator shows the proportion of courses that were successfully completed in a given year. It indicates how successful a provider is in helping their students to complete courses.

According to CEO of NMIT Liam Sloan, the course com-

pletion rate is important because it clearly demonstrates that learners are receiving the support they need to obtain knowledge and skills and to contribute towards completion of a qualification.

“Obviously I am delighted with this first place ranking because it highlights the commitment, improvement, drive and passion that the team at NMIT has for working with each and every one of our learners to help them achieve results. This result clearly demonstrates that the team does a great job at providing the levels of support required for our learners to succeed,” says Liam.

In 2017 NMIT was ranked 4th for learner course completion rates meaning the 2018 result is a significant improvement in ranking.

“These results, together with our unique course offerings and specialisations, including aquaculture, viticulture and wine, maritime, aviation engineering and conservation, demonstrate the important role of NMIT in the sector,” says Liam.

Now together with the support of their local garage, NS Rogers Challenge Riwaka, and the local community, the students are financially equipped to put their practical solution into action to remedy the graffiti problem.

The student led and driven project will see chalk-boards erected in the junior and senior playgrounds in a bid to “promote creativity with respect”.

On 3 July, Becky Johns, owner operator of the garage, presented the school with a cheque for $ 524.94.

The donation came from the ‘My Challenge Programme’, a community-based fundraiser designed to support local organisations that

are important to each participating Challenge retailer’s community. Customers donate their fuel discounts that are collected as a cash amount for the group.

“It’s great to hand over this donation, it’s a new programme so it’s getting people on board but we’re having a lot of people donate to our two groups of Riwaka and Brooklyn Schools,” says Becky.

The programme is about people giving back to their community without having to dip into their pockets.

With a fundraising target set at $400 the students were rapt to receive more than $500, proving a little can go a long way in our local communities.

“The programme is ongoing so the challenge now is for the students to come up with another idea for future funds.”

Book art wows all

Marcus Norsworthy (6) checks out the impressive Book Art Display at Motueka’s Library. The display is showcasing local entries in the Book Art competition and will remain in place until Friday, 19 July. Using old discarded books, entrants were encouraged to fold, cut, paint, collage, stick and rip to transform their book into a piece of art. “I think they’re incredible. We’ve been gobsmacked by the talent and in absolute awe at the creations,” says Motueka Branch Librarian, Janine Gillions.

Levity Beet

Finding something interesting to keep the kids occupied during the school holidays could be as simple as attending Levity Beet’s new Musical Invention Show on Saturday, 20 July, at 2pm.

The Nelson Centre of Musical Arts is hosting award-winning children’s musician, Levity Beet, and his new Musical Invention Show.

Wowing adults and children alike in a lively and humorous 45-minute show, Levity will per-

form original music on the fabulous instruments that he makes from heaters, airbed pumps, tyre valves and anything imaginable.

Levity is a three-time APRA NZ Children’s Song of the Year Winner and 2018 NZ Best Children’s artist and is well known for his fun, dynamic performances in schools, earlylearning centres, festivals, libraries and private parties.

Levity Beet Musical Invention Show on Saturday 20th July at 2pm. Tickets are $10 and available at ticketdirect.co.nz

For more information go to www.ncma.nz

Future-proofing scallops

Fisheries New Zealand invites people to have their say on a draft strategy for the long-term sustainability of the Marlborough Sounds scallop fishery.

The strategy was drafted by the Southern Scallop Working Group (SSWG), comprising iwi, commercial and recreational sectors of the fishery, scientists and fisheries managers.

Following a decline in scallop numbers, closures have been in place in the Southern Scallop fishery (SCA 7), which includes the Marlborough Sounds and Port Underwood, since 2016. The SCA 7 fishery remains closed until further notice.

The draft strategy guides a future management approach to the Marlborough Sounds fishery, to ensure it can rebuild to healthy levels and that any future fishing in the area is sustainable.

Manager of inshore fisheries Steve Halley says

it’s important that anyone with an interest in the fishery has a say.

“We know there is a keen public interest in this fishery, and we want to know whether the community thinks the strategy is addressing the right issues or if there are other issues to be considered.”

The working group has identified six key objectives for the Marlborough Sounds scallop fishery.

Find out more about the strategy and have your say: https://www.fisheries. govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations/draft-marlborough-sounds-scallopstrategy/

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Icy Winter Surprise Reads

1 – 31 July

Pick up your surprise reads for Winter, Discover new authors and icy tales

Art Workshops with Marian Painter Pointillism 22 July 10am-12 noon

5 Shades of Grey, improve your drawing 29 July 10-12 noon

Art through line 5 August 10-12 noon

Bookings essential, $10

INTRODUCING OUR EXCLUSIVE

Opportunities Beyond School: Travel, taking a Gap year?

Wednesday 24 July, 11.30am

Amanda from HelloWorld Travel Richmond will be sharing inspirational tips. For year 12 & 13 students. A collaboration between Motueka Library and Motueka High School Library

Egyptian End of Life Rituals

Thursday 25 July, 10am-11.30

Sue Clark will talk about Egyptian Gods and Goddesses, different types of mummies and birds and animals and their imperative part of the story of death. Will be fascinating.

Children’s author talk with Carol Duffy

Thursday 1 August, 3.45pm-4.45pm

“Time to go” is a wonderful NZ tale about birds. Meet the illustrator, Bailey O’Malley

Police Report

Hi all

Looks like a wet unsettled week this week. Be extra careful driving in wet conditions Several burglaries this week. Chainsaws stolen in 2 of them and electrical items. Where do these go. ? People out there must be getting approached to see if they want to buy these things – if you have knowledge of someone trying to sell stuff cheap then you need to call the crimestoppers line 0800 555 111 and anonymously let us know.

As a society we all need to work together to make this wporld a safer place and shutting your eyes and saying, “I don’t want to know” doesn’t make dishonest people go away. What does is people having the guts to say, “This is wrong and Im not going to let this person keep on making other people victims”. Some of the next victims could be people you know or work with so you owe it to everybody to do the right thing. Take care out there!

INCIDENTS

Recoverd a stolen electric bike. Enquiries continuing Burglaries: Rocky River - Stihl 066 magnum chainsaw stolen

Teece Drive house – Acer swift laptop silver/ grey , Samsung galaxy S2 tablet, Panasonic Vieria 32” TV, Kingtony 152 piece tool kit , red with “Toyota” engrave on lid

High street near the roundabout - Red Homelite chainsaw stolen

5 x family harm incidents

2 Aluminium fence panels stolen Woodland Avenue

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36 yr old Motueka female drink driving. Limit 250 she blew 1026 – licence suspended immediately.

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TDC’s first CIO to lead tech development

As a second tier manager reporting to the CEO, the CIO will be charged with leading the Council’s digital transformation.

As one of the fastest growing regions in the country the Council is under increasing pressure to enable and provide for that growth, says Tasman CEO Janine Dowding. “One of the ways we can respond to those challenges is through the smart use of technology.

“We don’t have the capability within our current technology to make that leap and the longer we delay, the further we fall behind. There is no doubt that this would require a significant investment.

“Once appointed the CIO will need to build a compelling case for that investment, one which would include the savings that will be achieved over time. I am certain that if we do nothing then there will be a greater cost.

“As a Council we hold a lot of information and data on behalf our communities. How we use, share and distribute this material to the benefit of our people is a key motivation in our digital transformation. Information is a valued public asset that should be accessible when people want it and in a form they can use.

“Our new CIO will be charged with developing a business case for consideration in the next long term plan (2021-31). We will be looking for a strong leader to drive a culture and environment that enables our residents and stakeholders access to the services they need, when and where they want them.

Tasman District Council will appoint a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the development of online services and smart technology.

New limits mooted

Fisheries New Zealand wants public feedback on proposals to change catch limits for 20 fish stocks around the country.

The proposals are part of a rolling set of annual reviews to ensure sustainability for current and future generations, says Fisheries Management Director, Stuart Anderson.

“We’ve reviewed 13 inshore fish and shellfish stocks and seven deepwater stocks and want your feedback on a set of options to manage them.

Accurate limits

“In addition, we’re proposing that amateur fishing charter vessels be required to add four species to the list of fish stocks they report to Fisheries New Zealand: snapper, scallops, blue cod and tarakihi. This will give us a more detailed understanding of the catch and allow us to set more accurate catch limits in the future.”

More than half of the proposals relate

to stocks that are maintaining sustainable levels. “For those, catch limits could be increased.

“Meanwhile, there’s also scientific evidence that we need to take action to ensure the sustainability of tarakihi stocks across the eastern coastline of the country. We are putting three possible options on the table to protect and rebuild this stock which we would like the public to consider and give us their feedback on.”

“Feedback helps us understand how the proposals will affect the people who use the fishery, whether they are customary, recreational or com-

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mercial fishers.”

The proposals are based on science evidence underpinned by an ongoing research programme. More than $20 million is invested each year to ensure that fishery decisions are based on up to date and accurate data.

“People have opportunities to have their say on Fisheries New Zealand’s proposals by making a submission by email, online survey, or by post. In addition, there will be some Iwi Fisheries Forum meetings and face-to-face meetings with stakeholders. We will also host some public meetings specifically to discuss the tarakahi proposal.”

Feedback closes at 5pm on 26 July. New catch limits will then take effect from 1 October.

Help needed as winter chills

The Salvation Army is appealing to the public to spare a thought for people living in poverty over the colder months.

The Nelson Community Ministry sees a consistently high demand across winter with an average of thirty people through the doors every day, the majority seeking assistance with basic needs.

Jono Bell, The Salvation Army’s National Director of Community Ministries, says that vulnerable people struggle with warmth, shelter and food over the winter period, which can exacerbate or cause health problems.

“Substandard housing and poor heating often lead to sickness and people don’t always get to a doctor

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when they should.”

The latest Ministry of Health’s Annual Data Explorer found that around one in seven adults (15 per cent) reported not visiting a GP due to cost, and this figure had not changed significantly from 2011/12. “It’s not only the fees that can be a barrier, but also transport costs to get there. Even with free doctors’ visits for children under 13, if there’s no car, no petrol and no bus money, it’s near impossible for some whanau,” says Jono. Continued overleaf

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Children from the most disadvantaged communities are twice as likely to end up in hospital for medical conditions and three times more likely to be hospitalised for respiratory conditions compared to those from the most advantaged communities.

120,000 people

The Salvation Army relies heavily on public donations to provide essential services to 120,000 people each year. The organisation is pleading for those more fortunate to dig deep and donate to its Winter Appeal that launched on Monday, 8 July.

“We provide emergency help and services for long-term transformational change to disadvantaged communities, but we can’t do it alone – we need public support,” says Jono.

The Salvation Army

Freedom

campers still problematic

We may be in the traditional low ‘winter’ tourist season, but freedom campers are still causing problems for the South Island’s Tasman region says Maureen Pugh (right).

provides food parcels, budgeting advice, social work, youth development, and emergency and transitional housing to New Zealand’s most vulnerable families and individuals.

Specialist services include addictions support, emergency crisis support, reintegration services, senior support and chaplaincy support in courts and prisons.

“Our work will not let up in the coming months as people continue to struggle with keeping the house warm and food on the table.

“We humbly ask people to give generously to our Winter Appeal so we can continue to fight poverty in New Zealand,” says Jono.

The Salvation Army Winter Appeal runs from 8 July until the end of the month and people can donate by visiting www.salvationarmy.org.nz/winter.

West Coast-Tasman National List MP Maureen Pugh says simply providing more free-of-charge facilities is not the long-term answer as it is disadvantaging legitimate businesses who pay rates and taxes, employ local people, and who have to bear the compliance costs. “Realistically, any camping facilities need regular servicing and maintenance,” she says.

“There are good reasons for rules like minimum distances between camp sites with fuel and gas involved, but we have huge numbers of campers moving around the region in unserviced vehicles, and I am sure I don’t need to give details, but allowing them to simply ‘park up’ on roadsides is having quite obvious disastrous effects to health, safety and environment,” says Maureen.

Maureen is also suspicious of some campers’ vehicles which bear the ‘self-contained’ sticker, after hearing reports of such labels being sold at a market for as little as ten cents each.

Hangi adds to Matariki festivities

STAND IN THE PLACE THAT YOU LOVE.

Nominations are now open for the upcoming elections for the Tasman District Council, Nelson City Council and Nelson Marlborough Health – now is the time for people to stand in the place they love.

If you are up to the challenge or know someone who is now is the time to step forward. The future of the region is shaped by the decisions its elected representatives make – it’s not easy, it’s challenging, but it is rewarding delivering to your environment and community now and creating a future for our children.

Closing 12 noon on Friday 16 August 2019. Nomination forms, information packs and Council pre-election reports can be picked up from libraries and Council offices.

nmdhb.govt.nz nelson.govt.nz/vote-2019

tasman.govt.nz/elections

Students at Tapawera Area School beat the bell and turned up to hangi preparations before the school day as part of their Matariki celebrations recently.

Local students win Special Olympics Footy

Tapawera Area School students competed at the Special Olympics Football tournament held at Saxton Stadium last month and together with teacher aide, Judy Benjamin, they penned this poem on the event.

Ten teams entered on the day. Watch out everyone, Tapawera’s come to play!

Division One and Division Two.

Who was going to win? Nobody knew.

There were skills and a competition for the game. Maybe that would be our rise to fame. It was tiring, it was fun.

Game 2 and we were starting to stun.

It was dam fantastic, I had a great day. Were just a few things we had to say. How things were going to go no one knew. We had 9 mighty players in our crew.

There were the strikers Darcy and Motu. Of the goals they got quite a few. The backs Matt, Francois and Simone. They were the unknown.

Then there were the goalies what a delight. Charlie, Cody and Tylar they put up a good fight. Hamish our supporter on the side. He knew he hadn’t just come for the ride.

He had one really important job to do for the crew…….. Keep Jeannie and Sheryl off the pitch yes that was the job he had to do. We were on FIRE showing Friendship, Integrity, Respect and effort too. The sportsmanship was outstanding Yahoo.

It was a fun filled day.

And yes success did come our way. In the skills we came third.

Mr Haunch was pretty happy when he heard.

We came First for the games in Div One. Yes you heard……………….. we won!

No Mr Haunch its not a dream.

We are still your Number One Dream Team.

Written by the Dream Team: Motu, Matt, Darcy, Francois, Simone, Tylar, Charlie, Hamish and Cody.

Members of the Tapawera Area School Special Olympics Football team.

out&about

Members of the Motueka Art Group work on their masterpieces for the upcoming Winter Exhibition to be held over weekend of August 23 and 24 at St Thomas’ Church.

1. Marian Painter, Judith Brown, Shirley Lunn and Joan Harkess

2. Ingrad Wing and Andrew Hutchinson

3. Carole Worley and Marlene Howie

4. Maureen Harris and Sally Owen

5. Bill Brough and Pam York

Nelson Arts Festival: a not-to-be-missed event

The Nelson Arts Festival turns 25 this year with a new Trust at the helm and a new strategic direction to take it into its next quarter century.

Following 24 successful years of support and development, the Nelson City Council last year moved the Nelson Arts Festival into a community-based autonomous Trust to enable the Festival to grow and flourish.

The Trust, which formally took over the Festival in January, reached out to the community late last year to hear what it wants to experience at the annual Festival.

The Nelson Festivals Trust last night launched its new strategy at a function at The Boathouse. “The community gave us a strong message that they want a highly visible festival that enriches the diverse communities of Te Tau Ihu (the top of the south),” says Trust Board Chair Brent Thawley.

Takaka freshwater advocacy

The Takaka Freshwater and Land Advisory Group (FLAG) has handed over its recommendations for managing freshwater in the Takaka and surrounding catchments to the Council at Onetahua marae in June.

The FLAG recommendations report, which includes 34 recommendations covering water allocation, water quality management and waterbody restoration is available

“They want it to be unmissable in Nelson City’s centre and reach across the entire region.”

“Building on the community’s ideas, we have developed strategic goals to provide a festival of diverse and accessible, highly visible quality arts experiences for diverse communities across Te Tau Ihu,” says Brent.

He says the Trust is exploring new ideas for existing and new locations, places and venues.

“We are looking at ways to start putting our ideas into action for this year’s Festival, particularly for the Festival’s flagship opening event, the Mask Parade & Carnivale on Friday, 18 October. We aim to make this year’s Festival a 25th birthday to remember.”

on Council’s website (search ‘Takaka FLAG’).

The report recommends a number of new controls for the Tasman Resource Management Plan and other actions the Council can take to improve water management in the catchments from Wainui Bay to Tukurua and the Takaka River and its tributaries.

Alongside the FLAG report, the Council also received a report from Manawhenua ki Mohua who represent three Mohua iwi: Ngāti Tama, Te ātiawa and Ngāti Rarua. Their report reviewed and supported the FLAG work, and outlined iwi freshwater management

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principles, values, and aspirations for the future.

A key message from the FLAG to the Council at the handover was that the recommendations formed a package and the Council should not ‘cherry-pick’ recommendations without understanding the implications to all of the report’s aspirations.

“We have worked hard to reach a consensus on these issues” says FLAG spokesperson Mik Symmons. “We would like to see the Council adopt our recommendations and progress their implementation to improve freshwater management in our catchments.”

At Summerset in the Sun, you’ll find a wide range of homes specifically designed for the over 70s. Choose from one of our lovely, modern, purpose-built homes, then make it your own. All of our homes are designed with accessibility as a priority.

As a Summerset resident, you’ll enjoy easy access to village facilities and community spaces. Plus there’s support on hand if you need it.

We’d love to see you at our Morning Tea and Tour and show you around our beautiful village.

Discover the Summerset life at summerset.co.nz

The Nelson Arts Festival’s new Trust members.

RockQuestÿBand

Congratulations to the band Candescent Flow Candescent Flow - Bryn Stevens, Harrison Frater, Lucy Summerfield, Freeman Payne. Regional finalists for Rock Quest Bands competition.

National awards for feathered friends

Tapawera Area School students Alicia Culling (above) and Timo Hicks (right) with their feathered friends show off the awards they scooped at the New Zealand Poultry and Pigeon Association’s national show in June.

Alicia was awarded New Zealand champion for Bantam Partridge Wyandott, New Zealand champion for Colombian Wyandott and best Wyandott Partridge. Timo won New Zealand best junior heavy breed and New Zealand best junior Bantam.

More than 1300 rare and exotic beauties, together with their 140 breeders from all over the country took over Hope Hall as it was transformed into a makeshift barn for the weekend.

Duncan Cotterill is pleased to announce the arrival of Nick Moore as a consultant. Nick is a property and commercial law specialist with wide experience in residential sales and purchase, business acquisition and sale, wills and trust administration.

Nick has an extensive practice in the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions having worked in the profession since 1978.

Youth initiative encourages time out in the great outdoors

The “Our Village” initiative started by local 25-year-old Motueka woman, Joni Tomsett, continues to gain traction, with the third event taking place at Whenua Iti Outdoors recently.

“It’s awesome and going really well. We’re getting lots of different types of people from the Motueka area, including an orchard crew from Samoa,” says Joni.

The project is supported by the Whenua Iti Foundation and volunteers and revolves around monthly events with the purpose of creating a space for young people, experiencing an outdoor activity, discussing issues that face youth and kai with an overall mission to strengthen a sense of community.

Positive connections

“We want to help youth create positive connections to each other through rad activities that are good for our mind, body or soul with the idea that a connected commu-

nity is a stronger community,” says Joni.

The monthly meet ups are open to anyone, though there is a youth focus from 15-30 years and there are no expectations on attendees.

“It’s literally just all about meeting other awesome people in our region, to do something fun or new

in your weekend and eat some food. How good is that!” says Joni.

Koha is accepted but not expected and if the weather doesn’t play ball the event is postponed to the following Sunday.

Spread the word far and wide and bring people along with you who’d love it says Joni.

If anyone is keen but apprehensive about heading along please text Joni 0275938818 and she’ll connect with you with someone else in the same position or jack up a ride for you.

To keep up with what’s happening follow ‘OurVillageIniative’ on Facebook and enjoy real life connection through monthly outdoor activities with an emphasis on fun, learning and openness.

Having fun at the most recent ‘Our Village’ activity is this group of participants at Whenua Iti Outdoors.

A blast from the past !

Motueka is a fascinating place full of adventure, nostalgia and legends. Our taonga stretches from ancient tapu sites, legendary beaches and incredible Jurassic like forests to lush fertile land and the most stunning rivers. This place is magic, how lucky are we to live here?

The township itself has undergone many changes over the years but some things remain the same. People still stop for a chat, there are friendly smiles abound and we all work together to create a thriving, interesting community. The unique diversity of Motueka is part of the beauty of this place.

Could this be a dance off? Locals having fun at Te Awhina Hall, Motueka, taken in 1963 by Ans Westra

This week we take a step back in time to remember and discover just some of the stories of our past. To add to the nostalgia you may notice that some of our advertisers in this feature have decided to use advertisements from days past.

There is a vast collection of local history available for viewing at the Motueka Museum. The Motueka Historical Association are a wonderful group dedicated to preserving the history of our town. If you wish to know more, contact them via email motuekahistorical@gmail.com or have a look at their facebook page. www.facebook.com/ MotuekaandDistrictHistoricalAssociation

Pictured above - Looking down High Street, Motueka, with the premises of G H Budden, printer and stationer, on the left. Today the same site is occupied by some fantastic eateries such as the Smoking Barrel. Photograph taken ca 1910s by an unidentified photographer. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand

Ryder Brothers Butchery - Cnr of Tudor and High Streets, Motueka 1898 - 1920 - Bob King, Edward and William (Jnr) Ryder, W. Francois.

KFC at 276 High Street is located where a boarding house come shop come tea rooms once stood. Photo supplied by the Motueka Historical Assoc.

It’s all about family - Ben and Ashlee with their amazing children, occupanied by Ben’s supportive parents who have recently moved to Motueka from the West Coast.

We all know that Motueka is an incredibly popular holiday destination. But did you know that part of the reason people flock to our town in the summer is because of the incredible facilities on offer at the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park. Set in lush park-like grounds the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park is Motueka’s most popular and well-loved camping ground. Centrally located in Fearon Street it’s the ultimate getaway.

The facilities are superb from the crystal clear waters of their heated pool to the summer entertainment on offer to campers. No wonder families from around the country flock to this iconic Motueka destination during the holidays. In the summer, Ashlee and Ben house up to 800 people on site.

Locals also make the most of the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park; the conference room is an outstanding venue for small events, gatherings and conferences. And word on the street is the camping ground makes for stellar kid’s birthday parties.

Ben and Ashlee Ilton have been managing the camp for almost two years and recently became the new owners of the family businesses.

The hard-working couple boasts a family angled working style. This type of business model is perfect for a camping ground. Ben and Ashlee are family orientated people and fully understand the various pressures some parents can go through during the holidays. Their facilities take away the burden from busy parents.

There is so much on offer to entertain the younger family members that parents really do have a chance to relax and enjoy their break just as much as their children do.

Ben and Ashlee’s family philosophy also transfers through to their amazing staff. As working parents themselves, Ben and Ashlee fully understand the dynamics involved in raising children while managing a business; they have three young children of their own. As a result, they offer staff with children flexible working hours, this type of initiative is fully appreciated and helps the business to thrive.

Originally from the West Coast, Ben’s parents recently moved to Motueka to retire and help out with their grandchildren. What an amazing supportive couple they are, by doing so not only are they building strong relationships with their grandchildren but they have enabled Ben and Ashlee to emerge themselves into the Holiday Park lifestyle to create an outstanding holiday destination.

Pictured above - Having fun on crazy bikes, one of the many activities on offer for children

A modern conference room and improved facilities.

The conference room is one of the new facilities at the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park and has proved a very popular venue for corporate conferences and seminars. The room caters for between 10 and 100 people and is a modern comfortable enhancement to the holiday park. Boasting a ceiling mounted data projector with a white wall projection area, an in-house audio system, ceiling speakers, 6 channel PA mixer, podium and podium microphone as well as a wireless mic.

This venue is perfect for weekend or week-long conferences as the holiday park can house conference room guests in their stylish modern accommodation. Ashlee also has a range of catering options available to suit if required.

This September Ashlee and Ben will be undertaking some more improvements at the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park. All of their two-bedroom motels will be fitted out with new kitchens and bathrooms. Last summer was wonderful and with the warmer weather the pool was as popular as always. Ben and Ashlee are taking it one step further as they are having heat pumps installed in all the motels, ensuring guests are kept cool in the summer heat.

When asked what the best parts are of running a holiday park, Ashlee’s face lights up as she describes the wonderful friendships her family have created with many of their guests. Her personal touch is well known; in fact, Ashlee and Ben recently won an award for the Most Improved Top 10 Holiday Park.

Customer service is important to them and their staff back their ethos’s up by providing a warm welcoming, friendly environment for guests. The Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park really is a home away from home and the ultimate holiday destination in Motueka.

Paying it forward

Giving back to our community is important to Ben and Ashlee, from supporting local schools and events to providing their conference room for free to the Nelson Chamber of Commerce for their seminars.

They also support Tasman Bay Guardians as well as the Nelson Bays Regional Tennis Tournament. But that’s not all; Ashlee and Ben open up their hearts and business to the IHC, who bring the children in for an hour or so to play and enjoy the surroundings. The children love it and the IHC coordinator describes it as the highlight of their month. It’s always heartwarming to hear about local businesses looking after our community.

The modern well equipped conference room has proven a popular venue for local seminars. Contact Ashlee and Ben to enquire about this facility.

Triple Motueka connection in lead-up to Netball World Cup

The 2019 Netball World Cup is underway in Liverpool, England, with Motueka’s Shannon Saunders (nee Francois) taking to the court for the Silver Ferns. In the lead-up to the sport’s pinnacle competition Shannon came up against fellow Motueka netballer, Jamie Brown of the New Zealand Men’s team.

Jamie took to netball as a ten-year-old in Motueka, first representing New Zealand at 18, and since then has kept a regular spot in the national men’s side.

The two met each other on court during the Cadbury Netball Series from 26-29 June as a precursor to the World Cup for the Silver Ferns.

The bigger and more athletic men claimed the series, beating their female counterparts 66-54 in the final.

To make it a trifecta of Motueka representatives, Lynn Roberston (nee Proudlove) from Ruby Bay attended the series as a special guest of Netball NZ.

Forty years ago Lynn was a member of the Silver Ferns who won gold at the World Championships in Trinidad and Tobago.

Invited along with her 1979 team-mates, they were on-hand to encourage and inspire the current Ferns before they set off.

“It was just awesome, we were treated like royalty. It was a really friendly occasion and very special,” says Lynn.

Familiar with the resilience required to secure a position in the coveted side Lynn says Shannon is a “brilliant” player.

“The competition’s tough and she’s been in there a while. All of those in the team have to fight to keep their positions. You have to maintain a desire to keep being selected,” says Lynn.

While meeting with the current Silver Ferns was definitely “great” Lynn says the real highlight was watching the match between the women and men.

“Seeing the Silver Ferns against the men was a highlight. It was a level of netball you don’t see often. The men are so aerial, it’s just amazing,” says Lynn.

After spending time with the Silver Ferns of 2019, Lynn is convinced we’re in for some great netball.

“They will go out there really fighting. Seeing those girls face up they have a real hunger to claim that world title back.

“Watch this space!” she smiles.

Motueka Bowling Club

Results of the Infield Engineers sponsored Open Triples bowling tournament held at the Motueka Bowling Club last weekend, 6 July 2019.

14 teams of bowlers from United, Pohara, Stoke and Motueka bowling clubs participated, making a total of 42 bowlers. Unfortunately two teams forgot to turn up making for a late reshuffle of the draw. However the day was a success and the beautiful sunny day made for a very pleasant day of lawn bowls.

Four games of 8 ends were played. The results were:

1st: Justine Cowman, Lesley Dannefeard, Snow Grooby - 3½ wins, 19 ends, 44 points

2nd: Craig Fowler, Sheryl Riordan, Pat Smith - 3½ wins, 17 ends, 31 points

3rd: Graeme Crawford, Carl Perrett, George McGready - 3 wins, 17 ends, 37 points.

Members are advised that our next tournament will be a Progressive Triples tournament sponsored by Matt Thwaites. Teams will be drawn.

NBS Motueka Golf Club

Saturday saw the final of the Haig Cup being played. This is one of the clubs most prestigious events and has been competed for since 1928.

In a very closely fought match the Clubs President, Peter Johnson, won on the 18th over one of the stalwarts of the club, Barry Riordan.

The Plate was won by Peter Neal, also on the 18th, over Graham Shaw with the Flight being won by Ian Rowling over John Frater.

While the finals were being played the rest of the field played matchplay in either the President

or the Club Captains teams. Much to the Club Captains delight his team prevailed for the second year in a row and now has bragging rights for a further twelve months!

There were four twos on the day scored by Jocelyn Thomson, Mike Inwood, Andy Tasker and Dave Clarke.

Lower Moutere Store closest to the pins; Sally Jones and Glenn Fitzpatrick.

Motueka’s Jamie Brown in action for the New Zealand Men’s team.

1979 Netball World Cup winner Lynn Roberston (nee Proudlove) with current Motueka Silver Fern Shannon Saunders (nee Francois) during the Cadbury Netball Series last month.

All of those in the team have to fight to keep their positions. You have to maintain a desire to keep being selected.

CommunityNotices

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

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.

SURVIVORSAND THRIVERS MOTUEKA

If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details

YOGAFOR PEOPLE AFFECTED BYCANCER

Thursdays 5.15pm Register info@cancernelson. org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details

MINDFULNESSAND RELAXATION

For people affected by and/or supporting someone with cancer. Tuesdays 1pm Fairfield House $3 donation to Cancer Society phone 539 1137

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 2636 or Lloyd 544 2636

COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

BOOMERANG BAGS MOTUEKA

Sewing bees take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at MoTEC (9 Pah Street - side door) between 1 and 3 pm. All skill levels welcome. More information from 027 528 4563

DO YOU HAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM?

Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.

KATRINA ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE

Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30-12.

MOTUEKA AIKIDO

Children, Teenagers and Adults classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 021 205 0143

MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB

Meets 1st Monday of month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz

MOTUEKA RED CROSS IN COMMUNITY HOUSE

Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.

MOTUEKATEXAS HOLD’EM POKER CLUB

Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street

Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details

SOCIAL BOWLS

Every Monday & Wednesday 1:15pm - 3pm.

Motueka Senior Citizens, 10 Pah St, Motueka. Come along and have some fun. Phone Terry 528 7104 for more info.

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS

New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 5284531.

FUN, FITNESS AND FRIENDSHIP

Leisure Marching. Motueka Veteranettes. Join us for practices, coffee and occasional travel. Contacts Carole 528 9048 or 027 325 1968 / Betty 528 6901 or 021 120 9248.

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY HOUSE MEETING ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE for small group meetings – very reasonable rates. Please contact Rae or Gaile on 03 528 0404 or drop in and see us Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm.

TEA & TALK FOR THOSE AGED 65+

Morning tea is provided. Every Wednesdays at The Shed, 24a Tudor Street, Motueka and every second Wednesday in the Anglican Parish Hall, 42 Commercial Street, Takaka, from 10am to 11.30am.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACESERVICES

Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA

Non members can participate in SeniorNet Motueka courses. Take advantage of cheaper fees and join Seniornet. Phone Mary on 5288600 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SARAU WINTER SALE

Moutere Hills Community Centre - Pre-loved books, clothing, toys. 11am - 3pm Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th. Cosy cafe and entertainment! Fundraiser for the Sarau Community Trust, Upper Moutere School and Country Kids.

MOTUEKA REBUS CLUB

Welcomes you to our next meeting at 10.00 on Friday 19 July at the Bandrooms. Great speakers and warm fellowship, all welcome. Contact John Croxford 0274082206.

NELSON RAILWAY

Founders Park. The Railcar will be running this Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting.First railcar at 11am. Adults $5 Children $4 Children under 3 years are free.

NELSON CAMERA CLUB

meets 2nd and 4th Mondays 7/30 pm Netball Pavilion, upstairs Saxton Road, Stoke. We welcome all photographers from beginners to experienced. Contact 021 2360 847. www.nelsoncameraclub. co.nz

MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS 10 PAHST

HOUSIE this FRIDAY 19th 1.15-3.30pm Contact Ethel 5287703. CRIB TUESDAY 16th and 30th JULY 1.00-4.00pm. Contact Judy 5284260.

FRIENDS & NEIGHBOURS

A talk about pioneering people in our district, plus good morning tea with friends. This Friday 21 July 10:30am to 12:30pm at Tasman Bible Church. For more information: Lorna 5284902 or Jane 5266709

antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 027 448 4430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

ANTIQUES, furniture (desks, bookcases, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, chaise lounge, wardrobe, mirrors, rugs etc). Collectibles, paintings, toys, books, records etc. Sell, buy, value. 6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond ph 544 0723. Open Mon-Sat. www. antiquesnewzealand.co.nz

carpet cleaning

TASMAN Carpet Cleaning - Great service, ecofriendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.

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entertainment

Garage sales are free for up to 16 words and must be either emailed or brought into the office. Phone calls not accepted. Businesses will incur normal charges.

NO.1 - Down sized. Divan bed, bed linen kitchen stuff etc. Sunday 21st, Te Iti Place 10am.

SANDERLANE Drive signs out Saturday 9am

church services

raffle results

JACK Inglis Hospital - 221 Jan Brew / 247 Pat / 115 Nellie Willets

Phone

storage

STO RAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060. rental wanted

WE are looking for a two or three bedroom house for private rental for three pensioners and two cats. 022 435 8963

situations vacant

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

to let

TASMAN Storage units available from $5.90pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Phone 528 0071.

trades

stump grinding

STUMP Grinding, tree felling. Stumps ground to mulch for ready gardening. Ph: Andrew 021 081 82 123, AH (03) 553 0633.

trades

CHIMNEY SWEEPPhone Steve 021 0810 1146.

Can-Am/Sea

& Stockist

wanted to buy

window cleaning

WINDOW cleaning service. Winter rates. (Per hour), Indoors and outdoors. Police vetted. Reliable. Brian @ CLEANAWINDOWS. 02102251221

The Holiday Park has been in Ashlee’s family for 18 years. It was originally leased by Ashlee’s grandparents Doug and Rhonda Levien in 2001. Back then the park was known as Fearon’s Bush. Three years later in 2004 Ashlee’s Aunty Jeanette and Uncle Steve purchased the business from Doug and Rhonda and this year Ben and Ashlee took over the ownership.

Holiday Parks is in their family blood and they sure know how to run a successful camping ground.

Ashlee credits Aunty Jeanette and Uncle Steve for such an incredible opportunity as well as the phenomenal developments that have occurred at the Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park.

“They did a significant part of the development.” Ashlee explains with a proud smile. “We are so grateful to them for allowing us the opportunity to purchase a holiday park of such high quality. The support, knowledge and help they have given us is outstanding.”

Facilities on offer at the Motueka Top 10 include: un i e eated wimming oo um ing i ow a ground i e hire on eren e room a oo u oo ing er i e ree wire e internet ar i e ground with nati e ird ong am ite artment Mote a in on inent o ation riend we oming er i e

For more information or to make a booking head to their website - www.motuekatop10.co.nz

The heated swimming pool is well used and maintained. Available for childrens Pool Parties on request, please contact Ashlee and Ben for more information.

A step back in time - Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park was originally known as Fearon’s Bush, here it is back in the day. There have been many changes over the years, but some things never change; the camp is still full of wonderful trees and native bird song.

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Community Grants applications open

Applications for our Community Grants close on 31 July 2019. Funding is available for Tasman-based projects that meet a community need and have community support.

Priority is given to projects that can show nancial support from other sources as well.

Online applications

Visit tasman.govt.nz/link/grants to download the Community Grants from Rates Application Form. Work on the application at your own pace – and save as you go. Send the completed application back to us using a simple online form.

Find out more

Email Community Partnerships Coordinator Lani Evans, lani.evans@tasman.govt.nz.

Rivercare meetings get underway

Join us at one of our annual rivercare meetings throughout the District to discuss river management issues and works. Topics will include ood protection, riparian maintenance and erosion control, which may be signi cant to the area you live in.

If you are planning to attend and have a speci c question or topic you would like to discuss, please contact Rivers and Coastal Engineer Giles Gri th on 03 543 7244 or Email: giles.gri th@tasman.govt.nz.

Upper Motueka Catchment: Monday 5 August 2019, 3.00 pm,Tapawera Community Rooms. (Upper Motueka, Motupiko, Tadmor and Sherry Rivers.)

Dove River : Monday 5 August 2019. 7.00 pm, Dovedale Hall.

Waimea Catchment: Tuesday 6 August 2019, 10.00am, Council Chambers, Richmond. (Waimea, Wai-iti and Wairoa Rivers.)

Lower Motueka Catchment

Wednesday 7 August 2019, 4.00 pm, Motueka Service Centre. (Lower Motueka, Riwaka, Brooklyn, Little Sydney, Hamiltons and Scotts Drains, Pauley Creek, Company Ditches and Moutere Rivers.)

Takaka Catchment

Thursday 8 August 2019, 3.00 pm, Golden Bay Shared Recreation Facility. (Takaka, Waingaro and Anatoki Rivers.)

Aorere Catchment

Thursday 8 August 2019, 11.00 am, Collingwood Tavern. (Aorere and Kaituna Rivers.)

Change of hours to Resource Recovery Centres

From August there will be a change to the Sunday Resource Recovery Centre hours at both Mariri and Richmond.

Mariri Resource Recovery Centre hours have been extended, while Richmond Resource Recovery Centre hours have been slightly shortened.

From 4 August:

Mariri will open from 11.00 am on Sundays and close at 4.00 pm; and

• Richmond Recovery Centre will open from 10.00 am and close at 5.00 pm.

Other centres remain the same.

STAND IN THE PLACE THAT YOU LOVE.

Elections for Tasman’s mayor, councillors, Community Board members and Nelson/Marlborough District Health Board members will be held in October this year. Thinking of becoming a candidate?

Candidate nominations open on 19 July and close on 16 August 2019. To stand for Council, you must be: a New Zealand citizen aged over 18 and enrolled on the electoral roll.

Find out more: For more information head online to tasman.govt.nz/link/elections. Nomination packs are available online and at Council o ces and libraries.

Expression of interest for Tasman BioStrategy Working Group

You are invited to express your interest for Tasman BioStrategy Working Group.

The purpose of the Working Group is to develop a draft Bio-Strategy meeting the needs of the Tasman community by 31 December 2020.

The Working Group will have between 8 and 16 members, including iwi members. We seek to engage a diverse team from around the district. We are seeking people who: Are well respected and connected in the broader community;

Have connections with one or more major sectors relevant to biodiversity and biosecurity; Hold deep knowledge and understanding of matters relevant to forming the Strategy;

• Can work collaboratively towards consensus decisions; and

• Can contribute at least 150 hours to this work over the next 18 months.

The work will include half-day and full-day meetings, work between meetings, and meetings with sectors and communities.

Tasman District Council will provide meeting spaces and catering and may pay contribution towards travel costs of members to support attendance but will not pay meeting fees to Working Group members.

More information and the working group terms of reference can be found on our website at tasman.govt.nz/ link/bio-strategy.

Battle for the Banded Rail community plantings

Come and join us at a community planting day on the Waimea Inlet.

• Sunday 21 July, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm. Maisey Embayment/ Pukeko Lane. Parking and access from Pukeko Lane.

• Sunday 28 July, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm. Mapua Embayment/ Seaton Valley Stream. Access and parking at 126 Aranui Road.

Sunday 11 August, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm. Research Orchard Road.

Please bring gloves, spade and drinking water. Wear solid footwear and clothes suitable for the weather conditions. Morning tea will be provided (co ee courtesy of Pomeroy’s). For more information, phone Kathryn on 03 544 4537 or email bandedrail@gmail.com.

Vegetation control – roadside spraying in rural areas

Registration of Non-Spray Areas

Tasman District Council’s roading maintenance contractor is responsible for vegetation control within the road reserve. This includes the use of knockdown, residual and brushweed herbicides to remove vegetation growing in the roadway and around street furniture. The active herbicides authorised under Council’s resource consent are nor urazon, oryzalin, simazine, terbuthylazine, glyphosate, metsulfuron, haloxyfop, triclopyr and picloram/triclopyr. Methods for treatment are foliar and basal spraying.

You can request that your rural property frontage not be chemically sprayed and instead undertake the vegetation control yourself. On approval, the Council will mark the no spray area with red marker pegs.

Rural residents who choose the “No Spray” option must control the vegetation growth along their property frontage to ensure road users are not impeded and all roadside signs and markers are clearly visible. Vegetation height should not exceed 300mm. Any stormwater drainage ditches need to be kept clear of excess vegetation. At intersections vegetation must be kept well clear to ensure good sight lines for tra c using the intersection.

If you wish to apply for your property to be added to the “No Spray” list, please contact Nikki Shepherd, Technical O cer Transportation, Tasman District Council, Phone 03 543 7234 or email – nikki.shepherd@tasman.govt.nz.

Roadside spraying on State Highways

Contractors employed by the New Zealand Transport Agency undertake an ongoing vegetation control programme to ensure that roadside vegetation does not a ect the safety or operation of the region’s state highway network.

This programme includes the spraying of chemical herbicides including the following active ingredients: glyphosate, metsulfuron, terbuthylazine and triclopyr. Anyone wishing to register their property as a ‘no-spray’ zone, which requires a commitment to maintain a property’s highways frontage to speci cations provided by NZTA, may do so by contacting Nicole White on 03 548 1100 or at WSP Opus, Private Bag 36, Nelson.

COUNCIL MEETINGS:

Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.

Submissions Hearing - Draft Public Water Supply Bylaw

Thursday 18 July, 9.30 am. No public forum

Environment & Planning Committee

Thursday 25 July, 9.30 am. Public Forum

Joint Committee Nelson City Council, Council Chambers, Nelson. Friday 26 July, 10.00 am. Public forum

Tasman SmallBore Rifle Club

At the Tasman Small-bore Rifle Club night on 8 July the following scores were achieved:

Barry Fickling 97.4 98.4

John Greenhough 97.3

Mark Scales 82.0

Viv Tibbs 97.5 96.2

Andy Scott 94.2

Zahli Greenhough 91.0

John Mann 89.0 96.3

Mark 82.0

Christopher 79.1

Golden Bay Motueka Rugby U52

Photos and results of the Golden Bay Motueka Under 52 tournament will be published in next week’s paper.

“We were pretty stoked to be nominated Player of the Tournment,” says George Sturgeon, one of the coaches.

The tournament was held in Blenheim last week. Watch this space!

Water reforms get strong public support

New data released by Stats NZ shows that freshwater quality is New Zealanders’ top environmental concern.

“Stats NZ New Zealand General Social Survey showed that freshwater quality is New Zealand’s most significant environmental issue,” Fish & Game New Zealand Chief Executive Martin Taylor says.

Over 80 per cent of Kiwis stated there was a problem with the state of New Zealand’s rivers, lakes, streams, wetlands, and aquatic life.

Half of which (49.3 per cent) thought farming activities were the leading cause of the issue and the second most commonly stated cause was sewage and stormwater discharges (16.6 per cent).

“This Stats NZ survey reconfirms a recent nationwide poll conducted for Fish & Game by Colmar Brunton that showed 82 per cent of Kiwis are concerned about water quality”.

The pollution of lakes and rivers has become the issue that Kiwis are most concerned. It has increased by seven per cent since the Colmar Brunton poll done just after the 2017 Parliament Election.

A significant Government report out in April found that, between 2013 and 2017, about 82 per cent of river length in pastoral farming areas wasn’t safe for swimming.

“It’s time we all acknowledge that some intensive agriculture businesses have been increasingly damaging our waterways for 20 years.

“This has been allowed to happen by regional councils who have failed to live up to their statutory requirements to protect the environment for future generations”.