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Government infrastructure spend to unlock more homes in Motueka

Critical infrastructure projects to kickstart new housing developments, and accelerate growth in Motueka, and across New Zealand has being made possible thanks to a massive $192 million Government investment, says Damien O’Connor, MP for West CoastTasman.

A new wastewater main, stormwater upgrades and a new roundabout in Motueka will be supported by $1.2 million from the Infrastructure Acceleration Fund, to enable a housing development on Maori-owned land.

The Tasman District Council expects this will accelerate the delivery of around 200 new homes, which could include affordable, public and papakainga housing.

“This is fantastic news for Motueka, and another great example of how local

and central government can deliver for our community and all New Zealanders,” says Rino Tirikatene MP for Te Tai Tonga.

West Coast / Tasman MP Damien O’Connor said this

was very good news for Tasman.

“This Government infrastructure funding will help our Tasman District Council and developers make sure critical infrastructure like pipes,

roads and wastewater connections, are in place, so that thousands more homes can be built and communities can thrive.

“The Government’s strong finances allow us to focus on invest-

ing in what matters most to New Zealanders: growing wages and cost of living support, hospitals, schools, housing, and addressing climate change,” says Damien O’Connor.

Damien O’Connor, MP for West Coast - Tasman.

Three generations of the Knapp family working to repair Abel Tasman Coast Track for summer visitors

Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles and Kaiteriteri Kayaks

owner Keith Knapp has won the contact to repair a key section of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, playing his part to repair the treasured visitor attraction in time for what he hopes will be a busy summer season.

An engineer by trade, Keith Knapp and his wife Heather, celebrated 20 years in business as Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles just a few months prior to the first Covid lockdown.

“We had no idea what was ahead of us and other visitor sector businesses,” says Keith. “The past two years have been really tough. It’s truly wonderful to see overseas visitors, including international students, returning to our region and we’re ready to play our part to make sure the park and the coastal track is fully open and accessible for everyone.”

Significant damage was caused to the Abel Tasman Coast Track during the recent adverse weather event. The Department of Conservation has engaged Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles to use its two barges to transport the diggers and other equipment needed to repair the track into the park.

Keith and his team, consisting of his son Greg, grandson Jackson, and Dan Baigent will be work-

ing on the section of the track from Tonga Quarry to Onetahuti Beach. The team are also engaged to help install a new wastewater dispersal system at Bark Bay.

“We like to think we’re taking care of nitty gritty side of things and helping support the viability of all the operators who utilise the park.”

It’s not the first time Keith and Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles has come to the aid of the wider community when weather has affected key infrastructure. In the aftermath of Cyclone

Gita Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles barged goods and vehicles to and from Golden Bay while the access road to Nelson was closed.

“Community is everything for me,” says Keith. “When things need doing we turn up and get stuck in and do what we can to help.”

Keith and Heather’s ethos has led to their

business donating more than half a million dollars over the past ten years in services and cash in support of school groups and volunteers visiting the Abel Tasman National Park and in support of organisations and groups that are working to restore native bird life and native flora, such as Project Janszoon and

The Birdsong Trust.

“Our grandson Jackson is the third generation of our family to be a licensed skipper working in our business,” says Keith. “We’re focused on making sure his generation and the generations that follow can enjoy this beautiful place just as we are doing today.”

With key pieces of

plant having been transported into the National Park this week, the team is now hard at work.

“We’re working as hard and as quickly as we can to get the work done safely and thoroughly,” says Keith. “It’s a beautiful place to work and we want everyone to enjoy this place and everything it has to offer.”

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Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles barge is proving instrumental in the repair work on the Abel Tasman Coast Track.

Dynamic musical piano duo fill The Chanel Arts centre

Motueka Music Group, in partnership with Chamber Music

New Zealand, presented a concert by Duo Enharmonics on Sunday, 9 October.

It was an evening of exhilarating international piano music ranging from traditional classical composers, such as Mozart, Mendelssohn and neo-classical style Stravinsky to works by modern classical composers, New Zealand’s John Psathas, Fazil Say from Turkey and Hanna Kulenty of Poland.

Nicole Chao and Beth Chen performed with incredible technical style and emotional depth, evident through all the pieces.

Their elegant style, professional mastery and power was especially felt through the Stravinky’s Rite of Spring, a highly percussive piece.

The challenging repertoire was selected to illustrate the range of expression of the instrument and the gymnastic precision of a performance with four hands.

The duo also inter-

acted with the audience by introducing each piece of music

with information and

less known tidbits about each piece and

the composers. It was a very special evening and the audi-

ence rewarded the Duo Enharmonics with long applause.

The Duo Enharmonics received rapturous applause following their concert.

The Marahau pledge – a commitment to the environment

A group of Te Tauihu-based tourism operators are making a ground-breaking commitment to regenerative tourism. Every tourism operator based out of Marahau, from water taxis and kayaking to canyoning and walking guides, have come together under a new initiative called the Marahau Pledge, launched on Thursday, 13 October.

The Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand’s smallest and most popular national park. Many people’s journeys into the Park start from Marahau, a small coastal settlement.

Developed in partnership with the Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA), the Marahau Pledge is an active commitment from the local tourism operators to care for the environment. For visitors leaving from Marahau it means they will have a zero carbon experience regardless of which Marahau operator they choose. A portion of every ticketed experience will go to projects focused on improved biodiversity and conservation outcomes for Marahau Village and the surrounding area. Additionally all the businesses signed up to the pledge will share knowledge that will improve the sustainability of tourism operations.

“Our region is famous for its beautiful environment, and people from all around Aotearoa and the world come here to find a connection with nature. As people who live, work and play here, we have a collective responsibility to care for and respect

the environment,” says Johny O’Donnell, spokesperson for the project. “Every visitor is valuable to our local economy, and we need to ensure that we get the balance right. We need to work together on ways to adapt to and mitigate climate change. The businesses taking the Marahau Pledge are showing the way. It’s transformational.”

Fiona Wilson, NDRA Chief Executive says that sustainability is an important consideration for many visitors. “People are really keen to travel again but there has been a fundamental shift in awareness about the impacts of tourism on local communities and the environment. PostCovid it’s definitely not back to business as usual for the visitor sector, we all know that there have to be changes,” says Fiona.

“A key focus for our Destination Management Plan is to encourage visitors to care more and do more for our region while they are here. We know there is a growing demand for light footprint travel and last year launched New Zealand’s first Zero Carbon Itinerary to demonstrate how

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easy it is for visitors to travel more consciously in Nelson Tasman.

The Marahau Pledge is another way to give visitors confidence that their experience isn’t going to have a net negative impact on the environment.

The tourism operators based in Marahau, along with a number of other businesses in Nelson Tasman, are leading the way in this sector to demonstrate their commitment, not only to the Park, but to the surrounding area. They love and care about Marahau, and they want to do more than protect it, they want to enhance it.”

“Marahau really is a village. There are a small number of us who live here, but thousands of people visit, particularly on their way to experience the Abel Tasman,” says Renee Thomas, (Ngati Rarua) kaitiaki of Wakatu Incorporation’s whenua at Marahau. “The Marahau Pledge is a recognition that large numbers of visitors do have an impact on the environment, and that the visitor sector is taking responsibility to make a practical contribution to the long-term wellbeing of te taiao in Marahau.”

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Self-care Take & Make kits for all ages

Wellby Talking Café

Wednesday 19 October, 10am-11.30am

Chat with others over a cuppa@Te Noninga Kumu

Community Seed Swap with Birte Becker-Steel

Wednesday 19 October, 4pm-5.30pm

Bring your spare seeds and seedlings to swap.

WHAM – Write here at Motueka

Wednesday 19 October, 12pm-2pm

Join our new Writing group, 3rd Wednesday of the month

Meditation Classes

Every Thursday starting 20 October until 8 December, 12.15pm-12.45pm

For more information contact Louise Petzold 027 8789 240

Wriggle and Rhyme for 0-2 years

Friday 21 October, 10am-10.30am

Conversation Circle for non-English speakers

26 October, 10am-11am

Poetry Circle

27 October, 10.30am-12pm

Nelson Arts Festival events@Motueka Library

“Being Visible” workshop for Authors/Creatives, 26 October, 5.30pm

Scattergun: After the death of Rúaumoko, 27 October, 7.30pm

A solo performance by Ana Chaya Scotney

Road closure for State Highway 6 for emergency repairs from Nov 1

Waka Kotahi - NZ Transport Agency will close State Highway 6 (SH6) between Hira and Ronga Road near Rai Valley from Tuesday, 1 November to Sunday, 18 December, to make emergency repairs.

People will be able to travel between Blenheim and Nelson by using State Highway 63 (SH63) through to Kawatiri junction, then SH6.

Andrew James, System Manager Top of the South, says after the recent weather event in August, Waka Kotahi opened SH6 quickly to help keep people moving, while more permanent fixes were being completed on SH63.

“Now that we have completed the repairs on State Highway 63, we need to get back onto State Highway 6 to fix five substantially damaged sites where there have been underslips. Three of these will require us to significantly cut back the road before it can be built back up again.”

“To keep everyone safe and finish

the work as quickly as possible, we must close the road for seven weeks. We realise this is a substantial amount of time, but the route is currently vulnerable, and another serious weather event could seriously damage it and see it closed for months. We must get this work done as quickly as possible.”

Andrew says contractors will work as quickly as possible to get these sites repaired, and ongoing work will be needed after the closure ends.

“When State Highway 6 reopens on 18 December, we plan to have two traffic lanes re-established for the holiday season. We will need to return to complete further minor repairs in the next year, but we are not expecting to close the road for this work.”

Andrew warns complex structural projects like this face risks from unexpected geotechni-

cal factors and potential weather delays but promises all efforts will be made to meet deadlines.

Other planned maintenance work will be brought forward and completed during the closure. This includes pavement renewal and additional drainage work to improve network resilience, such as improving culvert inlets and outlets, increasing the size of some culverts, and strengthening drainage channels.

Andrew says Waka Kotahi understands the closure will cause inconvenience for people, particularly those living in or around the Rai Valley.

“This is the best option on the table, and we appreciate their patience while this crucial transport link is repaired. We are making every effort to get the route restored before the busy Christmas period.”

Dear Editor, Community Pool Fundraising

Congratulations to the Motueka Rotary Club for their first rate hosting of the recent Ambrose Golf Tournament. The club committed wholeheartedly to fundraising for our local Community Pool project and the huge range of donated prizes reflected just how hard the Rotary Club members had worked on the ground. It showed the great support from our local businesses for our long overdue pool. The local Lions Club have also being doing a magnificent job with their fundraising targeting a therapy pool as part of the pool complex.

We need to keep the wider community support rolling to really show the TDC just how determined Motueka is to get our pool over

the line. Mayor Tim King presented prizes and must have been impressed by this community showing.

A special thank you to the Motueka Golf Club for donating free use of the course for the Ambrose.

Motueka – we can do this and WE WILL!

Regards, Faith Jackson

Dear Editor,

The public is being made aware and advised of the dangers of plastic in our environment.

Why then are the distributors of our newspaper i.e. The Nelson Mail delivering them in plastic bags?

Surely there is a better product available. Possibly waterproof paper.

Regards, A.R. Foster

Cuppa with a Cop next Tuesday

Head along to the Motueka Library next Tuesday and enjoy a cuppa with a cop.

Neighbourhood

Support have arranged an opportunity to meet one of our local community cops Jesh for an informal chat about his job in Motueka. Jesh is the Acting Sergeant of the Public Safety Team. The idea of Cuppa with a Cop is to break down any barriers between police officers and the citizens

they serve by connecting the Police with the Community.

This event will take place next Tuesday, 25 October in the meeting room in the Motueka Library at 10am. All are welcome to attend – see you there.

For more information please contact Chris at chris@neighbourhoodsupport.nz or 022 543 4269.

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On the last week of Term 3, Parklands School held their annual production. Due to the pandemic, it’s been two years since they’ve put on one of their shows. Needless to say everyone involved worked incredibly hard and the resulting performances were nothing short of outstanding. This years show was called “The Amazing Adventures of the Super Stan” a side splitting comedy complete with colourful characters and a touch of lycra! Parklands School cares a great deal about our environment which is why costumes for their show were mostly made from recycled materials using everything from old sheets and curtains to plumbing supplies!

Have you seen all the scarecrows around the Motueka Valley promoting the Ngatimoti Festival? Find out more about the festival in our feature this week.

Organic Food delivery business growing too fast

Fresh2U is a local, organic food delivery service based between Lower Moutere and Ngatimoti. It has been run by Lucy Maxwell for the last 10 years during which time it has outgrown its premises twice.

After the lockdown of 2020, Fresh2U grew too large for the farm shed from which it was operating and moved to The Food Factory in Stoke. Now it’s time to move on from there so Fresh2U is looking for a new home.

Lucy says: “The space would only be needed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays as the fresh, local produce is harvested on Monday and Tuesday. It is then delivered to the packing premises to be packed and delivered on Wednesday.”

Fresh2U is looking for a space approximately 100m3 with power and hand washing/toilet facilities, preferably free of insects and vermin. The ideal location would be a more central location

rather than rural as this makes it easier for growers, customers, drivers and couriers to collect and deliver.

Lucy started off as a customer of Fresh2U and when she was offered the opportunity to buy into the business she couldn’t say no: “Supporting

organic producers and working within my local community are two key areas that I believe are integral to the future of this country and the planet, so it is a pleasure for me to provide our customers with produce which is untainted and as local as possible.”

“Fresh2U increases our community food resilience and keeps the dollars in our Nelson/Tasman district rather than paying them to the big supermarket chains with head offices elsewhere,” says Lucy, “Buying locally also reduces our climate

impacts from trucking food around the country.” If you can help with a new premises for this local business contact Lucy Maxwell 021 2311 371, and for the delivery of fresh organic produce you can order online at Fresh2U

Lower Moutere School’s junior students tuck into their cupcakes they made during their ‘discovery day’ on Wednesday, 14 September. The day had a Dr Seuss theme and saw them singing, baking cupcakes, creating bookmarks and finger puppets all of which they tapped into their ‘Suessical’ thinking for.

Lucy Maxwell’s organic food delivery service is seeking new premises.

Upcoming education symposium aiming to inspire

An education symposium to be hosted by iwi in Whakatú this weekend is the first step in what is hoped is a new chapter in celebrating and promoting educational excellence for Maori.

‘Kia wetewetea, ko Mãui ahau!’ is the first symposium of its kind to be held in Te Tauihu (the top of the South Island).

Organised by Te Kãhui Mãtauranga o Te Tauihu o te Wakaa-Mãui, a collective of the eight iwi of Te Tauihu formed in 2019 to work alongside the education sector, it is aimed at teachers, whãnau and anyone with an interest in inspiring excellence for Mãori students and influencing change.

It’s also an opportunity for iwi to share their púrãkau, or tribal stories, with the launch of a new set of iwi resources to complement the new Aotearoa Histories in School curriculum.

Whakatú-based Vanya George (Ngãti Kuia, Rangitãne o Wairau, Ngãti Apa ki te Rã Tò, Te ãtiawa

o te Waka-a-Mãui, Ngãti Rãrua) is a trained teacher and Education Facilitator for Te Rúnanga o Ngãti Kuia. She also sits on Te Kãhui Mãtauranga on behalf of Ngãti Kuia.

“The symposium is one of the outcomes of work in six priority areas that Kãhui Mãtauranga agreed to early on. By hosting this, we hope to be able to not only give a platform to some of our own iwi education experts but also meet the needs of the sector –that’s something that comes up regularly and often.

“But at the heart of it, this is for whãnau as well. We want to give whãnau an opportunity to gain a voice when it comes to education and provide some practical solutions when it comes to advocating for whãnau in a school setting.”

The name bestowed on the symposium – Kia wetewetea, ko Mãui ahau! (Loosen me, for I am Mãui!) - is a learning in itself.

It invokes the obstacles Mãui, the clever and gifted demigod – who was also a bit of a trickster – faced, and eventually overcame.

“The name was born from a place where generalised education for our Mãori students has been a bit hard, eh, because some of those qualities that our tamariki inherently are born with are considered maybe a hindrance or an obstacle,” says Janis de Thierry (Rangitãne, Ngãti Koata, Ngãti Kuia, Ngãti Apa ki te Rã Tò, Ngãti Tama, Ngãti Toa Rangatira, Ngãti Rãrua, Te ãtiawa, Túhourangi Ngãti Wãhiao), from Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Tuia Te Matangi in Richmond. de Thierry also sits on Te Kãhui Mãtauranga o Te Tauihu is co-chair of Te Rúnanga a Rangitãne o Wairau.

“Mãui was famous for being a curious person, he was born out of a struggle and through all his ups and downs, he managed to succeed.

At kòhanga, often some of the tamariki were quite full on and the nannies used to refer to them as Mãui; they got into things they shouldn’t, climbing up everywhere, and those aspects of pushing the boundaries were traits of Mãui, who was of course one of our túpuna. And so, we have ‘Kia wetewetea’, or loosen me, unbind me, stop restricting me, ‘Ko Mãui ahau’, I’m Mãui. It puts that focus back on to our own superheroes. The qualities of Mãui are those we hope our tamariki emulate – well the superhero qualities anyway,” she says with a grin. de Thierry says the symposium is open to anyone who is interested.

“This is about opening eyes, looking at education with a Mãori lens and not as an add on, not just for non-Mãori but for all. Let’s bring in our mãtanga (experts) who can speak about these subjects, about what they have learned, about rac -

ism is schools, and about how we can improve all those kinds of things.”

‘Kia wetewetea, ko

Mãui ahau!, on at the Trafalgar Centre in Whakatú on October 21, 2022, 8am to 3.30pm.

It is supported by Te Hurihanganui and tickets are free. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Vanya George, left, and Hayley Pemberton, are the iwi representatives for Ngãti Kuia and Ngãti Toa Rangatira on the Te Kãhui Mãtauranga education advisory group. They are encouraging whãnau and anyone with an interest in Mãori education to sign up for Kia wetewetea, ko Mãui ahau! to be held in Whakatú on October 21.

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What’s on offer at Anahata Yoga Retreat

Discover a variety of different experiences including a range of incredibly well priced accommodation options for those who may desire a personal retreat. Also on offer are a range of workshops, have a look at their informative website for upcoming dates www.anahata-retreat.org. nz/upcoming-gatherings

You will find a wood-fired sauna, a spiritual library and bookshop conveniently located on site. Private yoga and healing sessions are available by pre-arrangement and community yoga classes are held as often as possible. Take some time to walk to a glorious waterfall while you are there and simply indulge yourself in the beauty of such picturesque natural surroundings to find a new sense of peace, direction and self-reflection.

Most Saturday evenings a traditional fire ceremony called Havan is held at the retreat. Steeped in tradition this particular gathering brings about balance and healing to our environment as well as to ourselves.

Tucked away in the paradise we know as Mohua (Golden Bay) is one of New Zealand’s most well established and popular yoga retreats. Anahata Yoga Health & Education Trust have been promoting health, personal growth and wellness for over 25 years. People gather at Anahata for a range of different reasons, but most importantly they come to recalibrate, reconnect and relax.

The Guardian spoke to founding member and director, Swami Karma Karuna to find out more about how the team at Anahata are helping people rediscover themselves.

“At Anahata we promote mindfulness and self-reflection as well as nourishing the mind, body and soul. It’s a place people visit for different purposes; from young people coming to relax and detox from the digital world to those who are interested in exploring yoga and transferring the skills they learn into their everyday life.”

“The tools we offer enables one to not only be more mindful, but also helps people to discover what doesn’t allow them to be in optimum physical and mental health and how to make positive change in their lives,” explains Swami Karma Karuna.

Anahata Yoga Retreat offers a sanctuary space where people from all walks of life can experience authentic yoga, yogic living and learn how to find balance in daily

life. It’s the go-to yoga retreat for an authentic yoga experience, and a gentle stepping stone for anyone wishing to sample traditional Indian ashram living.

Whether you’ve never tried yoga before and are curious of “what it’s all about” or are already a yoga teacher and are hungry to deepen your knowledge, Anahata has everything you may need to bring into your daily life. Their well-established retreat is situated in the midst of native beech forest close to the the Western border of Abel Tasman National Park. It’s a glorious location that’s immediately relaxing and soothing to one’s soul.

The Meaning of the Word ‘Anahata’

Anahata is often called the “heart” centre, symbolising the qualities of compassion, acceptance, universal love, selflessness and devotion that are associated with the awakening of this centre. These qualities are central to our purpose and inspire our attitudes and actions here at Anahata Yoga Retreat.

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As mentioned earlier Anahata Yoga Retreat has a very comprehensive website full of information, advice, workshops, recipes and so much more. Do check it out and find out more about this incredibly popular piece of local paradise. Book in for a retreat or a short break at this oasis of tranquillity and discover for yourself why it so popular. www.anahata-retreat.org.nz

At Anahata they are dedicated to our natural environment, practising eco and sustainability principles is a key part of their ethos as far as education as well as lifestyle.

The retreat is off the grid and powered by solar energy. As Kaitiaki, it’s important to them to protect and preserve their natural environment and surrounding native forests. Anahata also have several straw bale and earth buildings which are really unique as well as extensive organic gardens, which are used to serve their guest beautiful healthy food.

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This Sunday come and enjoy Ngatimoti

There is only one destination to visit on Labour Weekend and that’s Ngatimoti for the iconic Ngatimoti Festival. Motueka Valley’s favourite family-friendly festival is happening on Sunday 23rd October and everyone is warmly invited. There really is something for everyone, it’s one of the most affordable days of family fun at any festival in the region.

Ngatimoti Festival has been running since 2001 – this is the 20th Festival and is by far one of the most anticipated and enjoyed annual family events in our region. There are excited youngsters, parents, grandparents and festival goers up and down the Motueka Valley who are counting down the days until Ngatimoti School explodes with vibrancy and festivities on Sunday.

Do come and join in, you won’t want to miss it, everybody is welcome!

In true rural fashion, the woodchoppers will be competing, the rural fire service demonstrations will be inspiring and cow pat Bingo is sure to be exciting. Yes Clover is getting ready for her big day of bingo, which squares will she choose this year? There is entertainment for all, including bouncy castles and live music throughout the day. Kids can have a go at squirting a powerful fire hose, or driving a jeep!

For those who are brave enough to try it, the legendary Twisty Twinz are coming with their circus skills zone, there is a bungy tramp, zorb balls, the usual bouncy fun and jeeps for the littlies.

Another festival favourite are the traditional games played in front of the main stage, including three legged and sack races. Watch the children have a blast, there will be giggles galore, this really is the ultimate in free fun. You’ll find face painting, stilt walking and chance-yourluck activities too.

Kids will love the old fashioned games in front of the main stage.

The school playground is always a big hit for visiting youngsters and for those who love to dance there’s live music, so get your groove on. For those who haven’t been up close and hands-on with animals before, come along to the animal tent. This year there will be lambs, ponies, calves, birds, goats, and many more animal sur prises! Clover the cow will be giving all a chance to play Cow Pat Bingo too!

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Of course there will also be a magnificent array of foods on offer from cheese to churros, honey to hotdogs. Among the numerous food stalls will be the legendary Festival Cafe featuring sweet and savoury goodies, the selection of home baking is quite simply out of this world.

School parents and students bake up a storm to supply the café with a wide range of outstanding treats just for you to enjoy and indulge in. The cakes are to die for, there are gluten and dairy-free options available as well. You’ll find the Festival Café is a lovely place to stop for a cup of tea in amongst all the activity.

The Festival Cafe will be stocked with homebaking.

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It wouldn’t be the Ngatimoti Festival without wood choppers, these skilled, powerful individuals will be showing what it takes. The wood chopping competition makes for a very impressive display, not to be missed.

No doubt some adults might be feeling a bit thirsty with all the activity, take a break at the bar for a beverage.

We can’t forget the eagerly anticipated lamb or pig on a spit which means another early start for a few keen workers! There are some fabulous curries on offer too, as well as bacon butties or a good old sausage in bread!

The Treasure Trove has a huge number of bargains up for grabs, including books, toys and household items. Who doesn’t enjoy hunting for treasure? You’ll find this magical place next to the Ngatimoti Volunteer Fire Service.

Labour weekend is traditionally the time to plant your vegetable garden, and in true country style Ngatimoti School is here to help. Parents and students have been busy growing and nurturing plants for festival-goers to purchase including delicious strawberries. If you want to be eating juicy strawberries straight from your garden, do grab some plants at the festival.

The silent auction this year has a fantastic range of items. Ngatimoti School would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has donated so generously to the silent auction over the years and continue to do so.

We hope everyone has a fantastic time at the festival! Make sure you check out our great display of cars. We're proud to be serving our community, Positively Together!

Clover the cow will be entertaining the crowd with ‘Cow Pat Bingo’.

Do you fancy a bit of dancing or maybe some live music? Yes the Ngatimoti Festival has it all. Head to the Main Stage where you will find a wide variety of live music throughout the day. If you haven’t seen our local Marimba band Zambuco Marimba, you are in for a treat.

This year we have an exciting Wellington based band Crash Bandihoot to add to the liveliness of the stage area. Expect soaring horns and dancing rhythms from this funky New Orleans style brass band.

We all know how important the environment is important to Ngatimoti School, so please take your own plates,

Gardeners, you’ll find a wide array of plants at the festival.

cups and cutlery if possible. You’ll find a plate washing station in easy reach to help you return home with clean dishes.

Many of you would have noticed some fantastic scarecrows up and down the Motueka Valley recently. Students at Ngatimoti School have been getting their creative talents flowing, crafting incredible scarecrows as part of a competition to promote the festival.

Organised by the parents and teachers of Ngatimoti School, the Festival is an annual fundraiser, but the aim of the day is to keep costs low with lots of free entertainment and inexpensive activities for children. A contribution from the profits each year goes to various local organisations.

Eftpos will be available on site at the school office, but please bring plenty of cash to reduce the queues!! It would also be really helpful for everyone if you considered car-pooling to reduce the amount of traffic arriving, and please no dogs, no vaping and no smoking on festival site.

Festivities start at 10 a.m. and continue until 4pm this coming Sunday, 23rd October. No matter the weather the festival goes ahead rain or shine.

Often if it is raining in town you’ll find the weather is gorgeous at the Ngatimoti Festival. If not bring an umbrella.

At just $2 Koha entry, come and spend the day at Ngatimoti, relax and enjoy family and friends time! The Ngatimoti Festival is quite simply a magical day, see you there on Sunday.

Garden Trail 2022

29th - 30th October

Pippa and Pete in Lower Moutere kindly invited The Guardian to explore their incredible garden which is new to this year’s Garden Trail. It was an absolute pleasure to view their lush picturesque garden and learn more about the work they have done over the years to create such a magnificent sensory experience.

“12 years ago it was all overgrown, we left some of the larger trees and completely reestablished the entire garden,” explains Pippa, who was busy gardening when we arrived. It’s obvious both her and Pete thoroughly enjoy the stunning surroundings they have worked so hard to create.

Colourful bearded iris put on quite a show mingled with various shades of lush green plantings, whilst tall trees provide a backdrop against the blue sky on a stunning spring day. A resplendent flowering cherry tree catches the sunlight, its blooms dancing in the breeze.

Pippa and Pete’s garden is more than greenery and gorgeous blooms, you’ll also discover a variety of interesting garden art thoughtfully placed around their property, including Pete’s mum’s old bicycle.

Also of interest is a large pear, repurposed from the old mini-golf course, it’s an eye-catching piece shining with shades of browns and bronze at the end of a buxus-lined path.

A gentle stream meanders towards the rear of the property, and we cross over the sturdy bridge Pete recently replaced to discover a number of majestic black wood trees as well as a stunning young rhododendron in full bloom. Pete and Pippa spent two years clearing this part of their property.

“It was a jungle when we first brought this block, we spent two years clearing most of the trees, which we cut into firewood. The resulting firewood sales helped us to fund this part of the garden,” says Pete with a smile.

With gardens like this to admire and inspire us, it’s no wonder the annual Motueka Toy Library Garden Trail is one of our most popular local events. There are a number of new gardens to view this year, so do make the most of it. With the wonderful weather we’ve been having lately, it promises to be a very special weekend.

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Pippa and Pete in their stunning Lower Moutere garden, a must see for next weekends Motueka Toy Library Garden Trail

CEO Tony Cadigan. NBS are major

How does a Garden Trail work?

For those who haven’t experienced a garden trail before, here’s how it works: Participants purchase a ticket for a small charge of $20. They are then given a map of the participating gardens and are invited to explore them at their leisure between 10 am – 4 pm over the course of the weekend.

This self-drive garden tour is a rare chance to visit selected private gardens opening to support the Motueka District Toy Library. It also allows you the opportunity to ask garden owners questions about their abundant oases and gain some expert gardening tips and knowledge. Discover new plants, incredible blooms, majestic trees and amazing garden art.

Garden Trail 2022

29th - 30th October

Where to pick up tickets for this year’s Garden Trail

Which gardens will stimulate your senses this year?

But that’s not all, there’s a multi-draw raffle and a pop up Café created especially for the event. Delicious refreshments will be available over the course of the weekend at the Motueka District Toy Library, 44 Pah Street.

Choose from a variety of tempting mouth-watering homemade baking waiting to be devoured courtesy of the Toy Library team. A good cup of tea or coffee alongside other beverages will also be on offer to make your perfect day complete.

So don’t delay, pick up your tickets today, they are selling quickly. This is Motueka’s premier garden event and it’s looking to be an absolute stunner.

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Garden Trail 2022

29th - 30th October

Find out more about the Motueka District Toy Library

Address: 44 Pah Street, Motueka

Hours: Tues & Thurs 10 – 11.30 am, Sat 10 - 12noon

Website: www.facebook.com/MotuekaDistrictToyLibrary

Email: motuekadistricttoylibrary@gmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/motuekagardentrail

About the Motueka District Toy Library

Toy libraries actively promote play as being essential for optimal educational, physical, psychological, social and cultural development of a child. The Motueka District Toy Library was established many moons ago and has since provided an abundance of joy to many of the younger members in our community.

Our local toy library falls under the umbrella of The Toy Library Federation of NZ, which acts as a support network to new and existing not-for-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.

Our local Toy Library offers a range of quality toys, puzzles, games, sports, musical and learning activities for members to hire for a set period of time. From kids’ costumes to birthday cake tins, it’s a valuable resource for families, grandparents and of course the younger members of the family. If you are interested in joining the Motueka District Toy Library then do go and see them, they really are one of Motueka’s most loved resources for young families.

The latest wedding trends for 2022

After the chaos of the last three years in the world of weddings, its given reason for serious consideration when planning your wedding day and risks. Although it is unlikely that we will see the extent of the recent epidemic lock down again, which devastated so many couples’ celebration plans and pockets, it does clearly show us the extent of disruption that is possible, when things do not go to plan.

Alterations services available for your Wedding Gown Bridesmaids

Mother of Bride/Groom Men's suit fit/hems

Phone (03) 528 7453 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

Velvet Moon Photography provides beautiful and authentic wedding photography for the Nelson/Tasman region. Lets chat about your wedding!

Melissa & Brice on Takaka Hill -

Photo by Terri Everett

As a celebrant and event planner, I have seen a shift in priorities over the past three years. The pandemic first gave rise to a flurry of couples who didn’t want to risk having to wait any longer to get hitched, seriously and quickly downsize to the permitted number of guests allowed at the particular level we were at the time.

Once this whirlwind passed the inquiries slowed dramatically as the trend moved into the micro event mania, The most common inquiry now has levelled off to a couple-only celebration where I provide the witnesses.

Our region is perfect for small events such as these, with so many spectacular backdrops available to us, for example.

• and an easy plan B, conveniently all in one simple package and place. These can be in vineyards, beach front, in the valleys etc.

• walk to the river’s edge where your bridesmaids are fantails, dancing in your wake.

• view, this can be enjoyed as a full day out. Either on a private charter or public water taxi.

• an occasion, adding to your adrenalin.

• offer an astonishing backdrop in an ancient surrounding, bringing you into a new beginning.

Another popular option is to combine your elopement with your honeymoon, extending your time and relaxing on a ‘wedding-moon’ holiday.

The savings on the bigger wedding option you discarded can be invested into new experiences and fun while you further bond in wedlock.

Hidden Valley Farm

top of Takaka Hill and now offering basic elopement packages, with off grid self-catering on an open fire, except for on your wedding day and night when we spoil you all the way. The moon and sun rise, giving you a remarkable array of colour in the unpolluted light.

The farm is a retirement and rehabilitation haven for life-style animals that have outstayed their welcome or need a safe alternative for their future. This adds to the cuteness of the property as you are free to enjoy the 400 acres of farm and native forest. As I own this property, the planning will be easy and as simple or complicated as you want it to be. A helicopter can land and you can be whisked off to a multitude of locations in the Tasman region. -

denvalleyfarmnzor call me Terri Everett events@thedreammaker.co.nz

Editorial content provided by Terri Evertt.

Sarah & Evan at Mt Olympus. Sandra Johnson Photography

The beauty and versatility of glass

Glass connects the outside world with the inside which, with careful planning, can be a huge asset. It can provide barriers and structure whilst providing an open and sophisticated look. Glass bends and refracts light amazingly so with deliberate design, your home or property can become a design masterpiece. When you are building your home, drop in and see the local team at Abel Glass Motueka and discover the versatility and design features of glass.

Locally owned and operated, Abel Glass Motueka are fully qualified glass merchants and glaziers. With over 30 years’ experience, you can expect service with a smile from local people. Their friendly team provides both residential and commercial customers with personalised service, quality workmanship and great value for money.

Darren and his tight knit team pay careful attention to detail from the beginning of your project all the way through to completion. Their expertise includes all types of glass work, from window and windscreen repairs and replacements, insurance work, pet doors, mirrors, table tops, shower screens, balustrades, glass splashbacks and so much more.

Find out more online www.abelglass.co.nz/ or go and visit them at 10 Old Wharf Rd, right here in Motueka.

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The importance of a qualified electrician

Have you ever lived in a house where it seemed like the switches and plugs were just thrown around with no thought? How frustrating was day-to-day life when the wiring made no sense? Correctly wiring a new room or area is crucial in any home. You’ll need to plan where you want socket outlets, light switches, appliances and other electrical work. Experienced, trusted local electricians like the team at Laser Electrical Motueka will be able to help you with this and recommend the most efficient and effective way of wiring specific to your home.

When you hire Laser Electrical Motueka, you’ll receive professional, reliable, friendly service by an established local business. Laser Electrical Motueka works with full support from the wider Laser Group Network to achieve this high standard of quality work, customer service, and affordable solutions.

Greg, Donna and the team at Laser Electrical Motueka specialise in all aspects of residential electrical wiring, including new builds, renovations, electronic security, alarm systems, gate alarms and sensor lighting, new and retrofit air conditioning units. They also have a range of quality second hand appliances in their showroom. You can find Laser Electrical at 29 King Edward Street, Motueka and online at motueka.laserelectrical.co.nz

Building your dream home?

Many people dream of building their own home with a design that suits their family situation and desired lifestyle. A new build can help avoid spending weekends house hunting and instead that time can be spent creating your dream home!

When you start the process of building a home there are a lot of decisions to make. Building a home can be fun and give you a sense of achievement but it can also be stressful and end up being more expensive than budgeted for if you are not careful.

Cotact us today for expert advice on mortgaging your build!

NBS Motueka Golf Club news

Lovely weather, a course in excellent condition and a field of just under 100 golfers, the biggest field in a number of years for this event, competed over two days in the Super Liquor Pairs. This is a great event with a 4 Ball Best Ball played on the Saturday morning followed by a Foursomes in the afternoon. On Sunday players play a Nett round and then the scores are added to find the winners.

The Women’s event was extremely close with Jacquie Martin and Shirleen Miller

Motueka Bridge Club

winning by a solitary shot on 280.

Second were Sally Jones and Jenny Van Heerden on 281

Third Derren Hedges and Penny Vincent on 288

In the men’s event the pairing of Rob Guild and Nathan Binns triumphed with a score of 276.

Second Matt Watene and Wayne Barcas on 278

Third Paul Silke and James Sutherland on 280.

There were a phenomenal 34 twos over the weekend.

On Sunday the field also competes for the Spring Cup which is the lowest Nett round on the day.

Our President Pete Cederman blitzed the field with a Nett 66.

However this achievement was overshadowed by Wayne Barcas who scored a magnificent Hole in One on No 4, well done Wayne!

Not only does he win the bragging rights over his playing partners but also the prize for a Hole in One on No 4 sponsored by K Real Estate.

The Club is very appreciative of the

sponsorship and support of Super Liquor Motueka who have supported this tournament for many years.

The large field is a compliment to the popularity of this event.

On Tuesday the 18 hole ladies played the Nilson Trophy a 4 Ball Best Ball Event.

This was won by Jane Adams and Fiona McKenzie on 136

2nd Shirleen Miller and Jacquie Martin on 138 Closest to the Pin Alisom McMillan

9 Hole Ladies Division One

1st Melva Webby nett 32

2nd Raeleen Donaldson nett 34

3rd Pam York nett 35 Division Two

1st Pauline Sutherland nett 35

2nd Chris Roberts nett 36

The local bridge club was finally able to hold its annual teams event run over three consecutive Monday nights. The pandemic had prevented this event in 202021. Each team of four was a combination of senior and junior players. The competition followed a round robin draw with the last session culminating in a playoff for final placings.

After the first two nights, less than 1 point (0.38) separated the top two teams so much hinged on

the final night of competition. In the end, Janet Howell’s team had a great run on the last night and won convincingly.

Top 3 placings:

1st Janet Howell, Ruth Field, Ashley Mooney, Faith Jackson (91.46)

2nd Chris Sutton, Barry Simpson, Lorna Wilson, Ron Argue (66.90)

3rd Mary McCallum, Brian Field, Diana Furlong, Elizabeth Bartlett (61.54)

Footie season wraps up with 2022 awards

On Saturday, 17 September Motueka AFC Junior and Youth players came together in the Motueka High School Hall, to celebrate the 2022 season of football and congratulate the winners of Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player and Most Dedicated Player from each team.

The hall was full of players and their families, who were all eager to hear who had been awarded these prizes from their coaches and teammates.

This year Motueka AFC had 9 junior and youth teams entered in the NBF competition in the 9th - U17 grades, a fantastic representation from a rural club. Motueka AFC would like to thank the dedication from all of these players, not just the prize winners, their families, coaches and support people that have made 2022 a successful season.

List of this year’s prize winners from the junior and youth teams:

Charlie Kerry Most

Valuable Player 9th

Grade Hawks

Joshua Roldao Most Dedicated Player9th

Grade Hawks

Cooper Mardsen

Most Improved Player 9th Grade Hawks

Ali Kelly Most

Valuable Player 10th

Grade Falcons

Falcons Team Most Dedicated Player10th

Grade Falcons

Veda-Sarah

Rutledge Most

Improved Player 10th

Grade Falcons

Tobias Sutton Most Valuable Player 10th

Grade Lightning

Ruben Richardson

Most Dedicated Player 10th Grade

Lightning

Samuel Perriam Most Improved Player 10th Grade Lightning

Tobias Ward Most Valuable Player 11/12th Grade

Stormers

Mahelka Cook Most Dedicated Player 11/12th Grade

Stormers

Tyler Mytton Most Improved Player 11/12th Grade

Stormers

Molly Richardson

Most Valuable Player 11/12th Grade Wasps

Reagan Thomas

Most Dedicated Player 11/12th Grade Wasps

Tyler Graham Most Improved Player 11/12th Grade Wasps

Stingers Most Valuable Player 11/12th Grade Stingers

Cosma McPherson Most Dedicated Player 11/12th

Grade Stingers

Dylan Smith Most Improved Player 11/12th Grade Stingers

Dominic Campbell Most Valuable Player

13/14th Grade Titans

Melkior David Most

Dedicated Player

13/14th Grade Titans

Brodie Quillan Most

Improved Player

13/14th Grade Titans

Jonah Golsner Most

Valuable Player U18

Wolves

Baillie Chisnall Most Dedicated PlayerU18

Wolves

Rupert Clarke Most

Improved Player U18

Wolves

Sam Johnson Most

Valuable Player U18

Vipers

Tegan Ewers Most Dedicated PlayerU18

Vipers

Lachlan Kenyon

Most Improved Player U18 Vipers

Christopher Bovill

Most Promising

7-A-Side Player From 10th Grade Lightning

Manouk Furcho

Most Promising

9-A-Side Player From 11/12th Grade Stingers

Asha Guyton Most Promising 9-A-Side Player From 11/12th Grade Wasps

Charlie Bowers

Most Promising

11-A-Side Player From U18 Vipers

Tophouse Trails …..time for some alpine air

On Labour Day, Sunday, 23 October runners, walkers plus mountain-bikers are invited to Tophouse for an opportunity to head to Beeby’s Hut and return.

Along the way they will be supporting three organisations and the valuable work they do in the area.

Friends of Rotoiti and their ongoing ridding of pests to protect and enhance the bird life, Nelson Mountainbike Trails Trust, and their ground work, plus Lake Rotoiti School who have “adopted” the maintenance of the Hut.

All will benefit from the $25 Entry.

Total distance from the Historic Tophouse

Inn base is 21km for runners and mountainbikers or they along with walkers can opt for 5km less by starting and finishing from the Carpark base along Tophouse Road.

Runners have the option of running to either “Maitland Junction” 14km return, or going further, all the way to “Beeby’s Hut” 21km return.

Registration at Tophouse Inn from 8:30am.

Lunch is available however for catering purposes this must be pre-ordered.

Full details and registration is on tophousetrails.nz

The 11th and 12th grade Motueka Wasps receiving their prizes.

Wairau Valley Views.

A popular destination for trampers, Beeby’s Hut, will see runners, walkers and mountainbikers at the halfway mark on Labour Day.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

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

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

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

COMMUNITY HOUSE Beneficiaries and Unwaged Workers Trust (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings

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

DANCE CLASS Fun, social dance class. Starting Wed 19th Oct 22 1-2.30pm. Ballroom, Latin and Salsa. Phone Kim 0273301028

GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING The Shed is a day service for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the day in a supportive and caring environment.

Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka

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

HOUSIE Saturday 15th & 29th. Bring your friends for a fun afternoon followed by a cuppa. 1pm at Motueka Seniors Hub 10 Pah St. Doors open at 12.30 Chris 021 2514359

INDOOR BOWLS at Mapua Hall, the 3rd and last Fridays of the month. Bowls at 2pm followed by “bring a plate” afternoon tea. Beginners welcome. $3. Mapua Friendship Club. Contact Val 035403685.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Cafe, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am - 12 noon

KNIT & NATTER Wednesdays 10.30 - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 2514359 All Welcome

MANDALAART THERAPY A journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday, 4pm - 6pm, at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 Koha for the room - Maddy 0273366300

MOTUEKA LIONESSCLUB Jam stall 20th October, at New World Motueka, One day only

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Are you interested in making wooden toys? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9am-12pm

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone 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 BRASS We need YOU to join the Motueka District Brass, make music and have fun. Come along and try us out. Email motueka.brass@ gmail.com or phone 02102233244

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 COASTAL BUS service operates Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, leaves Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman & Mapua, then Richmond CBD & the Aquatic Centre, returns 1pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond CBD $10. Pre-booking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543

MOTUEKA LIONESSCLUB Jam stall 20th October,

New World, 1 Day only.

MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS Indoor Bowls every Monday and Wednesdays, 1.15pm - 3pm all welcome. Contact Brian 5285492. Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street

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

MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB

Meets every Wednesday at 7:30pm, Lower Moutere Hall. Fun and social, supper after. Beginners and newbies welcome. For more info phone Fay 035433650

MOTUEKA TRAMPINGCLUB Daywalk in North Branch of Graham Valley this Sunday 23rd October. Members see your trip list for contact details. Not a member? https://www.motuekatrampingclub.org/ for details on how to join.

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

NELSON RAILWAY Founders Park. Saturday 22nd & Monday 24th the Railcar will run, weather permitting. Sunday 23rd will be the Train. Check our Facebook Page for updates.

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 welcomes you to our next meeting on Friday 21st October at 10.00 at The Motueka Bandrooms. Good speakers, refreshments and warm fellowship, all welcome. Contact John on 0274082206 RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

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

RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1 - 4pm friendly group 50 plus includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 2514359

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

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 This month it will be an informal social get together.

TOASTMASTERS MOTUEKA Toastmasters Motueka meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hospital, Courtney St, Motueka. 6.45pm start. Gain speaking confidence, friendly environment. More info, Ph Sierra 027 844 4765 or Peter 027 746 8311

WAIMEAHARRIERS Waimea Harriers Sprig + Fern Mapua 10k run and walk Saturday 15th October. Everyone and all abilities welcome. See website for details. Queries 0223729432

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

Accomodation

Mature older lady, looking to rent/lease long term a piece of land close to Motueka township to park custom tiny house. Power and water supply required. Phone 0274550780.

Arborist

ALL TREE CARE

Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming.

Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 or 027 494 8028

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).

Dentures

NE W DEN TURES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

Advertising SOMETHI NG For sale??? List it in The Guardian Newspaper Classifieds for results.

Garage Sale

ANNUAL MONSTER

GARAGE SALES

Pakawau Memorial Hall Fundraiser Labour weekend

22/23rd 10-1pm

Lots of new and used treasures+ local products Info & table bookings 0275248202.

Garage Sale

22ND & 29TH OCT

Puketutu Grove from 9am. Double kyack, cane chairs, old carpentry tools, kitchen sundries, wheel barrow, stroller, beer fridge.

Trades

TA SM AN BL ASTI NG

SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nzor email office@ tasmansodablasting. co.nz Ph. 022 528 8159

Storage

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

STORAGE SYSTEMS Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.

Death Notice

PARKER WENDY MARGARET

Peacefully on Sunday 16 October 2022 at Jack Inglis Friendship Hospital, aged 63 years. Loving mother of James and the late Thomas. Partner of Phil, and dear friend of Sharon, and Nadine. Messages to Wendy’s, family 75 Douglas Road, Motueka. Please contact support@ gbmfs.co.nz for service details.

Public Notice

URGENTLY NEEDING TRANSPORT

Due to a temporary health condition, I am unable to drive for a short time. I need to get from Motueka to my workplace in McPherson Street, Richmond, Monday to Friday each week. I work for a NZ-wide company. I will be happy to share petrol costs, of course. Sincere, helpful offers will be very much appreciated. Telephone or text 0273430423.

Wanted to Buy

PROPERTY to let? List it in The Guardian classifieds.

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

$$$ TOP PRICES $$$ All Tools, Shed Gear Also Collectables or Vintage Items Tools & Fishing gear Old shipping items Coins Watches Clocks Oil & Petrol Items Large NZ Photographs Coloured Glassware Old Tobacco tins & signs. Plus much much more.

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COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

Cederman Bros Ltd is looking for a cleaner to start mid October for around 4 hours a day, 5 days a week. Start time negotiable, start rate $23.50. Job requires a licence, job is located in Brooklyn cleaning RSE Accomodation. Person must be able to self manage and have some level of tness, must be good at organising and thinking ahead, must be reliable and trustworthy, and have some references.

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MOTUEKA OVER FIFTIES SOCIAL HUB Inc

Invites you to their

65th BIRTHDAY PARTY

10 Pah St, Motueka

Entertainment by Jiggery Folkery

Doors open 1.45 - Starts 2pm A�ernoon tea & birthday cake

Please contact Jude: mot50shubsecretary@gmail.com

Or Chris: 021 251 4359

Motueka & District Pre-school and Whanau Trust Notice of Annual General Meeting

Tuesday 8th November 2022 @ 6 pm Motueka Family Service Centre 27 Talbot Street, Motueka

position, please complete an application form,

Email directly Motueka.HR@newworld-si.co.nz

Please join us for our AGM and presentation of our Annual Report on the work of the Motueka Family Service Centre.

RSVP (if possible): mfsc@xtra.co.nz

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NEWSLINE UPDATES

Five new and eight returning Councillors in Tasman

The votes are in and there are five new faces around the council table following the declaration of the final results of the 2022 Tasman District Council triennial elections.

Newcomers Jo Ellis, Glen Daikee, Dan Shallcrass, Mike Kininmonth and Brent Maru will join returning Councillors Chris Hill, Celia Butler, Stuart Bryant, Christeen Mackenzie, Trindi Walker, Barry Dowler, Kit Maling and Mark Greening in the Council Chambers, led by returning Mayor Tim King.

Returning Motueka Community Board member

David Armstrong along with Nick Hughes, Claire Hutt and Terina Graham have been elected to the Motueka Community Board.

Brent Maru also stood for the Motueka Community Board and was the highest polling candidate but the Local Electoral Act provides that if a person is declared to be elected as a member of the council, and that person is also declared to be elected as a member of a community board, they must be treated as having vacated office as a member of the community board.

There was no election for the Golden Bay Community Board with candidates Abbie Langford, Grant Knowles, Robert Hewison and Henry Dixon unopposed. Voter returns were down slightly this year compared with those of three years ago.

This election the voter return was 48.89% or 20,314 votes compared to 51.68% in 2019.

Seasons of soil sampling return

Our next round of soil mapping work is underway and with around 80,000 ha to map between now and June 2023, we certainly have a lot of ground to cover across the Tasman District.

It’s all worth the effort – the work we’re undertaking, and the information gained will be used to complement the national soil map of New Zealand. Recently, our field team has been out and about in Motueka and surrounding areas.

Soil mapping will then continue through spring, summer, autumn and winter as we plan to sample some of the soils at Wai-iti, Brightwater and Tapawera. If soils get a little dry in summer, we will take a breather while we wait for some rain.

We want to keep things sweet with property owners – if your land is of interest, you will be contacted by members of the field team in advance.

It’s also important to mention that soil mapping is a largely non-invasive procedure.

It differs from soil testing in that samples are not generally taken from the sites visited, but rather involves a visual assessment of the soil.

A soil auger (pictured) is our preferred tool of choice to drill a one-metre-deep hole into the ground and lay the soil material out in a half pipe to describe the colour, texture and other properties.

The hole will be backfilled after the visual examination. Often, a cut in the road or riverbank provides exactly what we need without having to make a hole.

More information can be found on our website, tasman.govt.nz, search ‘valuing our soils’.

Hear the call of nature – help us develop your Tasman Environment Plan

We are about to begin our next round of community engagement in developing a new environmental blueprint to shape the future of our District for generations to come.

We are in the process of replacing our current resource management plans with a single, modern version – Aorere ki uta, Aorere ki tai – Tasman Environment Plan (TEP).

Like the rest of New Zealand, Tasman has some big environmental challenges and must plan for future growth.

Despite the proposed reform of the Resource Management Act, the needs and challenges facing the people of Tasman remain the same. Through quality policies, we can build greater resilience in the face of a changing climate and natural hazards, turn around biodiversity loss, retain productive rural land, protect and restore waterways, and plan for sustainable development.

Over the coming years, we will be working closely with Tasman communities to ensure the new TEP provides necessary environmental protection, restoration and community resilience.

This includes quality and appropriate development of Tasman’s towns, local centres, rural areas, and coastal places, protecting and restoring our land and air, and applying a ki uta ki tai (from the mountains to the sea) approach to water management.

Our upcoming round of engagement will involve staff and councillors having conversations with you about Tasman’s issues and opportunities and getting your feedback on how we should address them through the TEP. What we learn will make a difference in how the TEP is shaped.

Numerous community events and consultation opportunities are planned between November and December 2022. These will be listed on our website and various other channels soon.

Visit environmentplan.tasman.govt.nz

Do it online with us

There is a range of things you can do online at our website, tasman.govt.nz. It can be a quick and easy way to get things done.

You can pay your bills using online banking or a credit card, covering everything from rates, dog registration, building consent fees to (Heaven forbid!) parking infringements. To make life even easier, why not sign up to get your rates bill via email and set up a direct debit? Find out how in our “do it online” website section.

If you want to request a LIM report, apply for a job or one of the many grants we offer – we've got you covered.

There are features that allow you to track progress on your building or resource consent processing and the cemetery records search function is ideal for anyone looking into their family history.

We have a section dedicated to receiving your feedback too. Whether you want to report an issue that needs fixing, contact a staff member, give a compliment, or make a complaint, you can do it all online.

Check out how you can save time and get things done at tasman.govt.nz/do-it-online.

David Armstrong

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY BOARD

Terina GrahamNick HughesClaire Hutt

Cr Barry Dowler

MOTUEKA WARD

Cr Brent Maru Cr Trindi Walker

Tim King

MAYOR

Abel Tasman Coastal…another Classic!

With Covid curtailing last year’s Abel Tasman Coastal Classic it was thought it was all go for Saturday, 8 October’s Event.

But along came August’s downpour leaving the track from Awaroa to Marahau impassable in many places, creating more than a headache for Nelson Events.

With the acceptance of DOC a new course was created, based from Anchorage with 20km to cover incorporating Pitt Head then to Falls River and return, all timed to coincide over the Torrent Bay Low Tide Track.

Despite losing a few competitors who only wanted to run the original journey a healthy 225 were rapt, thoroughly appreciating just to be able to take part after a disastrous couple of years for event organisers.

They all got more than an adequate taste of brilliant trail running territory coupled with commanding views and the “ankle biting” tide as they passed through Torrent Bay.

Winner , Flavio Vianna made it a special day as he along with a couple of fellow kayakers decided to paddle to Anchorage before race start, then to complete their athletic day by getting back in their boats to head home for prizegiving.

He was just under two minutes ahead of fellow Cantabrian Vajin Armstrong, despite closing the gap around the final Pitt Head Loop. Nelson’s Mick Keating completed the top three.

It was all Canterbury gaining honours in the well-supported women’s field with Annabelle Bramwell comfortably ahead of Nikki Hill and Rebecca Kingsford, who had a 40 second margin separating them for second and third.

Nelson Events now take a break, returning on April 1 for another Alpine Lodge Loop the Lake which opens for Entry on November 1 for what will undoubtedly be another sell out.

Full results on nelsonevents.co.nz

Conrad Healy, Georgina Walton and Matthew Thomas make their way along Anchorage.

Photo: Kathy Pantling.