The Guardian - 1 July 2020

Brooklyn kids busy as bees

Evie Bache, Ariana Greer, Gabriel Linder, Myilee Butcher and Chalome Laitflang take part in Brooklyn School’s environmental project which has all the students making their own reusable beeswax wraps. The School is supporting plastic-free July by encouraging their families to avoid single-use glad wrap with the beeswax initiative.

Further investment to move NCEA exams online

Two-thirds of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) exams can now be delivered digitally as the Government boosts funding for the NCEA online programme, Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced on June 13.

“The response to COVID-19 has seen schools turn to online teaching and learning, supported by the Government’s distance learning programme which has expanded access to digital devices and connections to households that need them,” says Chris. “The opportunity for students to gain NCEA qualifications through online assessments builds on this and is another step towards delivering a more modern and resilient education system. We’ve seen an increase in uptake of online exams over the past two years as

teachers and students become more comfortable with the option. A recent student experience evaluation of NCEA online showed that 97% of those surveyed found the digital exam was a positive experience.”

For this year’s NCEA students, the New Zealand Qualifications

Authority (NZQA) is on track to offer 58 NCEA digital exams across 21 subjects, at NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3. This represents approximately twothirds of NCEA examinations and is a significant increase from the 35 examinations successfully offered in 2019.

Last year, almost 200 schools participated in NCEA online, with more than one in 10 students at those schools sitting one or more exams digitally.

“The $38.7 million investment enables NCEA online to continue to grow, as digital learning becomes more accessible and

popular,” says Chris. Over the 2020/21 and 2021/22 financial years, NZQA will spend approximately $14.5 million each year on enhancing and delivering NCEA online. An additional $4.8 million annually will allow NCEA online to continue operating in the future.

Motueka High School NCEA students Bailey Long and Joshua Thompson.

Motueka Steiner School’s bid for State integration successful

Motueka’s Steiner School received welcome news from MP Damien O’Connor on Friday, 19 June with the announcement the government has accepted the school’s application to become State integrated.

“The news has been met by much enthusiasm in our school community.

It is also very humbling, especially in these challenging times where there is much uncertainty in pretty much every walk of life,” says acting principal Margot DHondt.

“By becoming integrated, it feels that we have become part of a bigger team, with a bigger vision, and it is recognition that our school has something to offer the young people of this region.”

State integrated schools teach the New Zealand curriculum but keep their own unique character as part of their programme.

Staff and supporters of the school at the announcement acknowledged Damien’s support for the school over the years.

“His words of advice and encouragement have reflected a genuine interest in our

project over this time,” says Margot.

With the school’s new build taking place on its farm site in preparation for a term one opening in 2021, Damien says it’s “a really exciting time for Motueka Steiner”.

“Being integrated will allow you (Motueka Steiner) to work alongside the mainstream system, providing new opportunities for the kids to look forward to, as well as the excitement of the new build and school,” says Damien.

The new ‘farm’ school will provide a connection for students with land and nature and they say their biggest role is to provide inspiration for students and support their creativity by using hands, heart and head.

“The future is very exciting for us. By accepting us as a state integrated school, the government has acknowledged the value of this vision and of the special place that Motueka Steiner School has in our region,” says Margot. “We look forward to working with them in the future, nurturing our most precious resource, our young people.”

Students, staff, school supporters and Damien O’Connor celebrate the news. Above right: Students on the School’s new farm site.

School supporters Lee-Anne Jago and Ellen Appleton with MP Damien O’Connor and acting principal Margot DHondt.

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Mapua Boat Club photographic competition returns this year

It’s on again - after last year’s inaugural photo competition the Mapua Boat Club have decided to hold the photographic competition again.

Entries are now open and forms can be picked up from the Delicious Homewares store down on the Mapua Wharf, or

download from their Facebook page or email: mapuaboatclubevents@gmail. com and they will send you a form.

Once again the theme is a Maritime one and there are 3 categories – Wildlife, People and Boats. Photos need to have been taken around the

local areas of Mapua, Ruby Bay and the Tasman Bay Estuary.

Entry fee: Adults $10 and Children $5 (under 12) and there is a limit of 5 photos per entry but you can put in as many entries as you wish.

Entries close on Monday, 20 July 2020 and the photos will be

exhibited at the Port Mapua Museum from Friday, 24 July through to Sunday, 9 August 2020.

While the prizegiving will be taking place at 4pm Sunday, 4 August.

Once again they have the Jellyfish Restaurant & Bar and CopyArt on-board as

sponsors. Phones and tablets take great photos so get snapping or take a look at what you have on your devices, you might be surprised. They look forward to your entries and support. Any enquiries email: mapuaboatclubevents@gmail. com

Lynette Orrah Mapua

Percy Motueka

First responders receive Riwaka’s recognition

It was at the end of level three when Karyn of Mrs Smith’s café heard the shrill of sirens and soon saw fire, ambulance and police whiz past her Riwaka café.

“I thought how horrific it must be for them doing the job they’re doing,” she says.

It was there and then she turned to her husband, Phil, with the decision they’d do something “to thank them for the amazing work they do in our community”.

And thus began a community project that has shown the generosity of Riwaka locals.

A call put out by Mrs Smith’s manager Jakki Cosner via Facebook inviting people to donate goods to the various services, over weekly periods, saw all manner of items donated, from wine and crackers to home-

baking and preserves.

“The community support has been amazing, they’ve really got right in behind everything,” says Jakki.

With recipients the Motueka Fire Brigade, St John’s Ambulance, Motueka Police and the Kaiteriteri Fire Brigade, the old adage of what goes around comes around is at play with the Fire Service booking in for their next function.

But it’s seeing the community’s tangible generosity in front of her that Karyn says really “makes her heart sing”.

“The biggest thing is a thank-you to everybody for their amazing contributions. Some people have even donated to every single basket,” says Karen. “It speaks volumes about our loving, caring and sharing community.”

Above: Motueka Police’s Grant Heney & Jakki’s daughter Maddi, also a cafe employee. Top middle: Karyn and Phil Smith flank manager Jakki Cosner outside their café.

Top right: Tim Creagh of St John Ambulance accepts the goods from Jakki.

Right: Fire Chief Mike Riddell (middle) with Phil and Karyn at the presentation of the fire service’s gift box.

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Speed dating with a book at Motueka Library

Monday 6 July, 11am-12pm

Introduce books you have enjoyed to the group. Choose books from the selection displayed, familiarise yourself and then “sell” the book to the group or in pairs.

Discover new books over a cup of tea & coffee

Garden Gurus at Motueka Library

Monday 13 July, 11am-12.30pm

Topic: Grant Douglas discussing the design of his own garden Plant & seed swap

Drop in Techy Time at Motueka Library

Tuesday 7 July 10-11.30am

Young tech lovers aged 7+ are welcome to drop in. Play and learn about Bots, 3Doodler pens, Lego and more.

Matariki Rock painting at Motueka Library

Tuesday 14 July, 10-11.30am

To celebrate the cluster of starts during June-July, Pipiri marking the start of the Maori New Year. Come along and paint some rocks. Keep them for yourself or leave them hidden around Motueka for others to find. All ages welcome.

Matariki Storytime at Motueka Library

Thursdays 9 & 16 July, 10-11am

Celebrate Matariki with stories and craft. Free family fun.

Star Craft Kit at Motueka Library

Kits available 6-17 July. Collect a star craft kit to take home. Decorate your star and share a photo by uploading it to the Kid’s section of the library website. One craft kit per child.

Edward Morris & Niamh Tasker

Congratulations to our Community Service Captains Edward Morris and Niamh Tasker who organised the 40 hour Famine which offers students the opportunity to create a challenge they wish to do for forty hours other than the famine. This year the school raised over $5000 for the children of Malawi. The money was raised through a variety of challenges

such as, Bargain Buddies, where students could buy a Senior or two for their services. A large proportion of these funds was raised by the outstanding adventure racers who trekked 80kms in 40 hours, leaving the Maitai at 5pm on Friday, climbed Mount Fell and Mount Richmond and along the Old Man track. Shave for a Cure is the next fundraiser on the agenda.

Letters

To the Editor,

I write in reply to the alarming letter published in last week’s Motueka Guardian by Louise Morgan of Hokitika calling for police to be armed in order to combat drug dealers and gangs. Arming police is nothing more than an ambulance at the bottom of a cliff.

It’s been widely researched and confirmed that people mostly join gangs to feel a sense of belonging. If that’s the case we must ask ourselves, why do people feel that they don’t belong in the first place? Time and again it stems back to a person’s childhood and sadly, is often a result of tragedy, rejection, trauma, abuse and violence.

As for drug dealers, it’s been extensively researched that drug abuse is a medical condition. Arming police won’t help drug abuse. One only has to look at Duterte’s rule in the Philippines to understand that. Drug abuse requires medical and often psychological assistance. If such was made freely available without stigma, it would make a massive difference. Furthermore if drugs were regulated it would take it out of the hands of the gangs to start with. The days of alcohol prohibition springs to mind. Lastly, there is the narrative spun the police should be armed because it’s a dangerous job. Yes it is dangerous, and the police do a fantastic job, but it is not the most dangerous occupation in New Zealand. From that perspective, forestry is the most dangerous job in the country, should we arm the forestry workers to help improve their health and safety?

One only needs to look to at the current climate in the USA to understand that arming the police is not the solution to every societal problem.

Alistar Freeman Motueka

Menz Shed members crafting array of pieces

Above right: Some of the Motueka Menz Shed members, Ian Davey, Stewart Fowler, Lindsay Frame, Hugh Booker and Martin Macale.

For more than six years Stewart Fowler has headed along to Motueka’s Menz Shed on a regular basis.

With a wide selection of tools it appeals to the retiree’s tinkering spirit, but it also offers so much more than that.

“I really enjoy the companionship of the guys. Talking bullshit and listening to bullshit,” says Stewart.

He’s not the only one finding solace in the local shed, part of a wider network of national ones, that sees mostly, although not exclusively, retired men coming together to learn and share skills.

In Motueka around 20 members are currently on the register, “some move away, some pass away”.

When they established here nine years ago, the group was grateful for the use of the Motueka Recreation Centre’s double garage. Now though, they’re set up in Marchwood Park, for all bar the two days of the A&P Show each year, when they have to vacate.

Their hands, tools and imaginations creating a variety of wooden crafts including dolls cots, wooden

toys, mailboxes, park benches and furniture restoration. Closer to Christmas time the needy children of our community are the lucky recipients of some of the impressive toys and puzzles they donate to the Motueka Community House for distribution, while this year a lucky raffle winner will land their hands on the beautiful rimu train Stewart’s currently crafting.

They’re a busy, happy and productive bunch of retirees that have also built picnic tables for local recreational areas, refurbished the High Street’s wooden seats, built estuary signs and memorial seats among other community projects.

Members, and new ones are always welcome, have the freedom to tinker on personal projects with the wide selection of tools available for use, thanks to deceased estates and grants from Lions, TDC and the Tasman Network Trust.

To find out more, please contact Hugh Booker 027 746 9658. Motueka Menz Shed Mon and Wed 9am – noon.

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Green Party Welcomes Steve Richards at West Coast Tasman Campaign Launch in Jester Cafe

The launch of the Green Party’s West Coast Tasman 2020 election campaign took place on the evening of Saturday, 20 June at Jester House Café in Tasman, with a large and enthusiastic gathering of supporters.

The Party’s candidate, Steve Richards, described his plans for a more inclusive, sustainable society:

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Steve discussed an economic system in which “enough” is more important than “more”, and quality is more important than quantity. He questioned how the rules that cater to the superrich could continue unchecked, knowing that others were hungry or homeless.”

He described the need for a rapid transition to a low carbon economy. New infrastructure would need to be green, not grey,

and some of our systems would need to be dismantled and rebuilt better. Projects should be designed for people and nature.

“We need leaders, not managers,” he says.

Steve identified the jobs crisis and the priority for government to help create good, green jobs. The Greens’ jobs for nature initiative is now underway but he says further green job creation initiatives will be essential.

He spoke of meaningful employment, but with benefits available to those who need them, without any stigma attached. He described the need for society to adopt a triple bottom line: an equal and fair foundation that fits within the constraints of our natural world.

He highlighted the importance of housing which is comfortable, warm and healthy.

“Everyone deserves a safe, warm, affordable home, whether they own or rent,” he says.

Steve makes one

exception to his view that “more” is not always better. “We should all be aiming to have more fun,” he says.

He strongly endorsed the Green values of social and environmental responsibility, fair and transparent decision-making, and non-violence. The Green Party policies were all published and publicly available on its website, he says.

He described himself as a “passive warrior”. He says, “It’s OK to get angry, that often helps to get things done, but never violent.” He applauded the changes being brought about by radical activism, such as the School Strikes for Climate and the Black Lives Matter movements, which would help to create vital change.

The Jester House Cafe was a fitting place for the launch.

Steve and his wife Judy established it and made it a national icon, and winner of many awards including New Zealand Café of the year 2013. It’s at the

centre of an area he’s lived in, worked in and loved all his life. He has lived in Tasman since 1991, has strong connections with people and places throughout the area, and now has grandchildren in Motueka.

West Coast Tasman is the second-largest electorate in New Zealand, and it’s the longest, running almost the entire length of the west coast of the South Island –from Awarua Point in the south to Farewell Spit in the north. That shouldn’t be too much of a problem for Steve – last year he and Judy walked the entire length of the South Island on the Te Araroa Trail.

“A strong Party vote is the only way to make any progress on environmental and social issues. The Party has achieved so much in the past three years with just 6.3% of the vote.”

“We just need to go further, faster and harder”, he says, ending his speech to enthusiastic and prolonged applause.

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Riwaka Hotel in good hands for resurgence

Since 1854 The Riwaka Hotel has been serving up good times and now that looks set to continue with new owner Carsten Buschkuehle at the helm.

But one point of difference Carsten is determined to bring to the iconic hotel is the preservation of the area’s rich history while celebrating the unique food bowl our region offers.

“I’m really keen to connect with local producers, and obviously have a good selection of local craft beers and wines available. We’re also keen to tell the stories of the history of hops in the area along with the old tobacco stories from around here too.”

Last year Carsten purchased the Hotel “with a vision of restoring it back to its former glory and making it an iconic venue on the New Zealand circuit once again”.

The Hotel made a name for itself as a hot music venue in the past, attracting high calibre musicians and bands, such as national favourites Dave Dobbyn and Six60, along with international acts including Gin Wigmore and Jimmy Barnes.

“This place has a long-standing history and has lots of opportunities.”

Opportunities including an exciting position for a hospitality operator who shares Carsten’s vision of growing the Hotel to also include a familyfriendly quality restaurant.

Investing significantly into a new fitout Carsten says he hopes to see the Hotel

cranking this summer.

Plans are afoot to build a children’s playground, while continuing to offer accommodation that has been run through Airbnb since January under the management of Steve Henery.

Steve has a long history in the tourism industry that includes the management of Air Safaris in Franz Josef and the Maruia River Lodge.

A keen geologist

with a wealth of knowledge Steve has been carving for 30 years, his specialty the Bruce Bay Bluestone.

He’s set up a studio within the Hotel in what was once the bottle store, and along with Carsten is inspired to create a “business hub” together with the neighbouring petrol station, the last and cheapest opportunity to fuel up before Takaka.

“The geology of this

area is really interesting and together with the stories from days past, we’d like to combine it all to give people a really interesting and unique experience,” says Steve.

Satisfied of their great location, the pair is optimistic for the future.

“New Zealanders will always visit this region and once the hotel’s running, it’ll be a really nice tourist destination.”

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Steve Henery together with Riwaka Hotel’s new owner, Carsten Buschkuehle, is excited for the Hotel’s future, as they look to reopen this summer.

$40m for regional apprenticeships

Reprioritised funding of $40 million from the Provincial Growth Fund will support up to 1000 regional apprenticeships, Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones said on Thursday, 18 June.

The Regional Apprenticeship Initiative is part of the wider Apprenticeship Boost announced by Education Minister Chris Hipkins and Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni the day prior.

“The Regional Apprenticeship Initiative will provide a funding boost for the regions and will ensure the pipeline of skilled workers the regional economies will need in the future is maintained. It will also help apprentices to stay connected to their communities,” says Shane.

The initial focus of the scheme will be on helping workers displaced by the effects of COVID-19 as well as Maori and Pacific peoples, but once that initial need has been met the fund will be open to all regional apprentices and employers.

It is hoped the funding will be largely paid out in the first six months, provided much-needed economic stimulus to busi-

nesses and security of employment during a critical recovery time for the regions.

“It is vital for the regions and their people that employers are supported to offer apprenticeships and that new apprentices are confident they can train and not be adversely affected by the economic impacts of COVID-19,” says Shane.

The initiative allows for up to $40,000 of support per apprentice. This includes a wage subsidy of up to $16,000 for the first year of training and up to $8000 for the second year. It also includes additional funding to help with other business support and pastoral care so the employer and apprentice can successfully maintain the apprenticeship.

Employers must top up their funding to ensure apprentices are paid at least the relevant minimum wage or the training wage and not be accessing a wage subsidy or other similar apprenticeship support from any other source.

For more information go to: https:// www.workandincome.govt.nz/work/ appprentice-support/ apprentice-supportprogramme.html

Apprentices James Inglis and Fynn Anderson from Motueka’s Higher Ground Construction on the job recently.

Charity ensuring full bellies expanded into Motueka this year

Right: Volunteers get stuck into meal preparation to help families with newborn babies or young children.

Street Corner Meetings - Tasman

with Maureen Pugh National List

MP Based in West Coast – Tasman

These meetings will be an opportunity for Maureen to get to know you, to better understand the issues that are important to you and where you need support.

Saturday 4th July

2pm – Cnr York St/Boyce St

Feeding her baby in the middle of the night and scrolling through her Facebook feed saw Sarah Kerby stumble across the organisation ‘Bellyful’, a group dedicated to providing meals for families with newborn babies or young children who are struggling with illness.

As a solo mum, Sarah was desperate for support and went in search of a Nelson branch of the organisation.

Unable to find one, and knowing she wouldn’t be alone in her desire to have access to one, she

took it upon herself to establish a branch.

“Sometimes you just have to step up and get it done,” says Sarah.

Bellyful was born out of the desire to see families supported by their fellow community members in 2009 by founder Jacqui Ritchie who had a dream of women cooking together to help others in their community.

Each month volunteers prepare the food in a cookathon, freezing them ready for delivery over the next few weeks to families who are referred by health professionals,

family, friends or themselves.

Sarah says following the first delivery she made to an appreciative mother she sat in her car and cried, overwhelmed by emotion.

“It was such a nice feeling being able to absolutely help someone. That feeling of receiving practical support makes a world of difference to people.”

The Nelson branch rolled out “quietly” into Motueka around six months ago as they didn’t want to be overwhelmed with referrals, but now

the organisation say they’d love to be able to reach more families who would benefit from Bellyful.

The team of 80 volunteers has made and delivered 1500 commercial grade meals to more than 200 Nelson Tasman families in the last two years.

Grateful for Tasman sponsors, Rebecca K Real Estate and ShiftOn and their growing team of Motuekabased volunteers, Sarah says to make a referral or sign up to volunteer you can do so on their website www.bellyful.org. nz

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3.20pm – Cnr Poole St/Wilkie St 4pm – Cnr Pah St/Vosper St

Tuesday 7th July

4.30pm – Cnr Trewevas St/Mountain View Pc

5.10pm – Cnr Puketutu Gr/Memorial Dr

Wednesday 8th July

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Left: Sarah Kerby is the branch coordinator of Bellyful for the Nelson region that extended into Motueka six months ago.

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Heron hunts on Motueka’s Trewavas Street

This magnificent White Heron/Kotuku was spotted from a Trewavas Street property in Motueka last Thursday.

While well-loved by kiwis it is seldom spotted and their sole breeding ground is near Okarito Lagoon in Westland.

When seen in close proximity it is a magnificent bird, with its large size and clean white plumage.

The national population is estimated at between 150-200 birds, and this male Heron was watched while hunting its prey of wax-eyes and spar-

rows.

“It was swallowing sparrows and waxeyes alive and whole after catching them in flight. You could see the lump of the small bird moving right down the throat, it was horrible!” says a witness.

While on Thursday its diet consisted of the

smaller birds, at other locations their diet is known to include small fish, frogs, skinks and invertebrates. Hunting usually takes place in daylight with the Heron waiting motionless for prey to pass. Sometimes they will steal fish from other birds such as shags.

Sun shines for final Wallace Shield race

Government backs investment in wood

The Government is backing the forest and wood-processing industry to play a major role in New Zealand’s economic recovery, with the launch of the Invest in New Zealand Wood Processing prospectus to encourage wider local and offshore investment.

as one of the easiest countries in the world in which to do business.”

After such a dull wet week, it was great to see the sun shining for the last race in the Wallace Shield Series for 2020, held at Rabbit Island on Saturday, 20 June.

Despite a number of runners not competing because of the Marathon on Sunday, Monaco mid-winter,

this did not detract from the friendly rivalry and anticipation, as 68 participants found out their handicap and prepared for this last race that everyone had an equal chance of winning.

The race finished with a 700m stretch on the beach and athletes pushed them-

selves to the limit as large groups were approaching the finish line at the same time.

Improving her position with each race in the series was Karen Griffiths, the overall winner of the Wallace Shield and Medal.

Close behind her on points and runner up was Kim Woollett, who

put in consistent performances over the three races. It was great to see enthusiastic younger participants running well and obviously enjoying themselves, with Nia Linyard, Josh West and Mia Cain-Townley taking out first place in the 1, 2 and 3 lap series respectively.

“The Government is confident that the future of the forestry and wood-processing sector will be bright. Our products are held in high regard internationally, and we want investors interested in being part of a sustainable high-value sector that helps support our goal to transition to a low-carbon economy,” says Forestry Minister Shane Jones.

“New Zealand has an abundance of natural resources, access to growing markets around the world, and we are

The industry has faced some short-term challenges but the medium to long-term outlook is extremely positive as the sector embraces new technologies and looks to develop more highvalue products.

“Products will be sold not only within New Zealand but to a much wider range of markets than our logs currently go to, reducing exchange rate risk and building market resilience,” says Shane.

“At present more than 75 per cent of wood from our production forests is exported in different forms including logs, wood chips, sawn timber, engineered wood products and pulp and paper.”

The Log Traders Registration Bill which is currently before

would introduce a compulsory registration system for forestry advisers and log traders, help to lift professional standards, provide greater certainty for investors across the supply chain while ensuring a more efficient market.

The release of the prospectus coincides with a new investment memorandum from Trust Tairawhiti, focused on woodprocessing opportunities in the region. Due to its significant wood supply and ongoing expansion plans for regional wood-processing, the Tairawhiti region has been identified as one of the most attractive for investment.

The Government has already invested $19.5 million in the Tairawhiti region’s Wood Processing Centre of Excellence through Trust

Winners of the Wallace Shield Series, from left, Kim Woollett, Karen Griffiths, Bella CainTownley, Nia Linyard, Mia Cain-Townley and Josh West.

Your local water experts

With more than two decades of experience as a refrigeration engineer Phil Collins is wealth of information, knowledge and ability. And, he is absolutely rapt to be the new owner of Think Water Tasman Bay, located in High Street opposite the clock tower. Phil initially joined Think Water Tasman Bay a little over two years ago as part owner. So when the opportunity arose to become joint owner with Tracy, he leapt at the chance to co-own this reputable much loved local business.

At Think Water Tasman Bay, Phil says it is very much about team work and good relationships, with both staff and clients. The business has been built around people, trust and respect for family values and each other, an ethos Phil and his partner Tracy both appreciate and continue to uphold.

Phil is well known for being able to think outside the square when it comes to more challenging situations.

During lock down he put those valuable skills into practice. Think Water Tasman Bay was treated to a makeover. A new layout was planned, to ensure a more efficient and comfortable space for both staff and clients. Phil and Tracy set to work establishing new areas for the administration team, the old kitchen was turned into a fresh office space and a shiny new smoko room was installed for their valuable team.

When Phil and Tracy’s team returned back to work, they were absolutely thrilled with the changes in their working environment, so were their clientele. Inside the store is a fantastic new display area and an updated showroom. But that’s not all, this dynamic couple have ensured there is more stock on site, including all sizes of water tanks. This means no time is wasted for those either having a new water tank installed or replacing an old one.

Meet the team

The team at Think Water Tasman Bay are warm, friendly locals with a reputation of reliability. They listen to your needs and provide services and solutions that meet your need, rather than just selling another product. They care about WATER, our environment, our people and will go out of their way to introduce innovative and sustainable practices.

The Think Water Tasman Bay Team: Sheryl, Greg, Dave, Connor holding Rosie, Tracy, Mike, Nardene, Jarron and Phil.

Phil Collins - Director

Phil is a qualified refrigeration engineer and has many years of experience in the industry. He has extensive hands-on experience and is very active within the business and the Think Water Network. As a Director, Phil overlooks projects, general business and the team.

Tracy Spark - Director and Retail Manager

Tracy has many years of experience in the industry. She has extensive product knowledge and is available to assist customers with their water management needs. Tracy is passionate about the water management industry and participates actively in industry training and events.

Jarron Spalding - Foreman and Technician

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Mike Inch - Certified Plumber / Drain layer

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Greg Collins - Technician

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Connor Pope - Apprentice Plumber / Drain layer

Connor has worked with the Think Water Tasman Bay team since mid-2018. He is working his way through his plumbing apprenticeship.

Sheryl Riordon - Administration Manager

Sheryl has been a Think Water Tasman Bay team member since 2017. She is responsible for accounts and general administration of the business. Sheryl has many years of experience in the industry and is available to assist with accounts when needed.

Nardene Reid - Retail Assistant

Nardene has many years of experience in the retail industry. Her water management product knowledge is extensive and she continues to grow her skills by participating in industry quality training. Nardene prides herself on delivering top quality customer service.

Rosie the Jack Russell - Water leak detection trainee

Rosie is always happy to assist you by detecting water leaks. She has a lot of energy and brings a smile to many faces.

Think Water Tasman Bay for solutions. They are your water experts. When it comes to water reticulation, pumps, filtration, drainage or water storage they are the team to talk to.

With a raft of ideas and solutions, allow them to save you time and money with their remedies and superb workmanship.

If you are searching for water related solutions, Think Water Tasman Bay are your local experts!

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Tracy Spark and Phil Collins, joint owners of Think Water Tasman Bay, with the adorable Rosie

out&about

Brooklyn School students create beeswax wraps last Thursday.

Left: Cori Moriarty and Emmalia Hobbs.

Right: Susanna Pickett and Frankie Love.

Left: Tessa Smith and Kasey Moriarty.

Right: Zayden Kinsey and Nate Barret.

Caleb Pickett, Quinnton Satherley, Petra Cederman, Milan Holt and Hank Freeman-Carrie.

Get ready for school holidays

In a perfect world, every school holiday would be filled with blue skies and sunny days, but unfortunately that’s not always the case.

It’s a good idea to have some inside activities up your sleeve for those ‘stuck indoors’ times. If you happen to strike a week of bad weather – you may even need more than a few!

This week we’ve complied some ideas to help you make the most of the school holidays.

This coming Friday, school holidays commence. For two weeks parents are charged with the mission of entertaining their children. Don’t panic! Instead, leave the panic behind and put your thinking cap on.

With a few ideas and a sprinkling of inspiration, you can organise some cunning plans to help make these holidays amazing for your whole family.

In Motueka, we are absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to school holiday entertainment opportunities. From exploring one of our local national parks to making the most of our amazing library or discovering the Motueka Museum, there is no time for boredom these school holidays.

Don’t forget to relax

School holidays are supposed to be fun, but they are also meant to provide children with an opportunity to rest and relax.

Doing one hundred and one things may seem like a fun idea at first, but eventually everyone will get tired and grumpy – you included.

Balance big days out with lazy days blobbing at home, and don’t feel like you HAVE to have every child in the neighbourhood around to play.

Make the most of our amazing backyard

We are so lucky to live where we do, school holidays are much easier with all the resources on our back door step. How about taking the children for a picnic to the beach or river? Make a scavenger hunt out of it or perhaps collect some smooth stones to take home and decorate. Maybe stop at a café for a treat on the way home, Dunbar Estate located up the Motueka Valley is well worth a visit.

Fishing is another wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Keep an eye out for the tide tables and wet a line at the Motueka Wharf.

Or if you are looking for a fun filled day then head to Anatoki Salmon, it’s an incredible place, with plenty of entertainment for the young ones.

Explore the Abel Tasman National Park. People travel from all over the world to explore the Abel Tasman. Make the most of the Covid situation and enjoy the lack of traffic and magnificent scenery.

Drop in and visit the friendly knowledgeable team at Motueka I-site, they have plenty of ideas and a wealth of information about all the incredible activities right here on our doorstep. And they are a wonderful bunch of people.

Two other amazing Motueka destinations would have to be the Motueka Library and the Motueka Museum. At the library they have a range of activities as well as books, check out page six of this week’s Motueka Guardian to find out what’s on at the library.

Know Your Budget

Nothing sucks the fun out of holidays like financial stress, so make sure you know your budget, and be prepared to stick to it. If you’re planning activities to do with your child, don’t think the days have to be jam-packed with expensive outings or trips away. There are plenty of fun things you can do at home, and there are some great places to visit which won’t cost a cent.

Plan ahead

There are many ways to explore the park, including a popular and fun form of transport, the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle. You many even spot some dolphins or seals on your journey.

If you are heading over to Golden Bay, consider booking a trip with Farewell Spit Tours. Imagine roaring down the beach in a four wheel drive bus, it’s so much fun. Without a doubt the children will love it.

As a parent, the best advice would be to plan ahead and be prepared. When heading out it’s advisable to pack snacks, water, spare clothes including a change of socks and footwear, a small blanket and a warm jacket. If plans change then you will be prepared, it will make your life easier.

Most importantly have fun and enjoy yourself.

Fish, Food and Fun

A few minutes’ drive from Takaka, on the banks of the Anatoki River, a thriving family business has hit on a winning formula that combines shing, food and fun for all the family.

The shing experience is accessible to everyone. You don’t need a licence, you don’t need experience, you can be any age, we’re open daily and you don’t need to book.

The best thing about Anatoki Salmon is that you get to catch your own sh and eat it on the spot in the cafe. What could be more fun than a shing session with your family or friends?

Additionally, the farm o ers Eel feeding and you can interact with the kune kune pigs, so there are plenty of activities you can engage in after you’ve eaten your sh.

Jokes for a giggle

How does a scientist freshen her breath? With experi-mints!

How are false teeth like stars? They come out at night!

How can you tell a vampire has a cold?

She starts coffin.

What’s worse than finding a worm in your apple? Finding half a worm.

Why don’t elephants chew gum? They do, just not in public.

What did the banana say to the dog?

Nothing. Bananas can’t talk.

How does a cucumber become a pickle?

It goes through a jarring experience.

What do you call a boomerang that won’t come back? A stick.

Why did the dinosaur cross the road?

Because the chicken wasn’t born yet.

Thanks

Why can’t Elsa have a balloon? Because she will let it go.

How do you make a tissue dance? You put a little boogie in it.

What building in Motueka has the most stories? The Motueka Library!

Pristine conditions for this year’s Monaco mid-winter marathoners

Report by: Stu Cottam.

A beautiful MidWinter’s day, in near perfect conditions, saw the running of the seventh annual Monaco/Nelson Mid Winter marathon on Sunday, 21 June. The standard marathon course from Monaco to Rabbit Island and return has become a regular fixture on the local running calendar and, after much uncertainty, was able to be held again as scheduled this year.

A common theme reported to the race organisers was ‘a severe lack of training’ with the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown putting a serious dent in many entrant’s training schedules as well as adding an extra kilo or two to some physiques. However, that did little to blunt the speed and stamina of some competitors as both the women’s marathon record and the relay record fell at Sunday’s event.

In both the men’s and women’s marathons it was age and experience that prevailed with well seasoned local runners taking both titles and the Racey Rabbit Trophy for 2020. In the women’s marathon it was last year’s winner and local ultra distance athlete Klaartje VanSchie who won comfortably in a race record time of 3 hours and 4 minutes. Men’s winner and perennial placegetter Brian Kemp dominated once again to take his third title in the event having also won in the first and second years of the event. Brian was the only marathon runner to break the 3 hour mark (by just 15 seconds in 2 hours 59 minutes and 45 seconds) with second placed Jono Leach 5 minutes behind (in 3 hours and 4 minutes) with Luke Grogan a further 2 minutes behind.

Second placed female Nat Price recorded 3 hours and 11 minutes with perennial place getter Colette Read recording third in 3 hours and 28 minutes.

Six participants race walked the 42.2km with this year’s overall winner being local Kathryn Cocker in a time of 5 hours and 22 minutes to comfortably win the women’s event. Malcolm Gray dominated again in the men’s event, in a time of 5 hours and 30 minutes, with Steve Doughty and Hamish McLaren recording second and third. Second placed woman was Sharyn Davey with Terri Grimett recording third.

In the two person relay event it was youth and vigour which prevailed with the sprightly duo of Angus Wemyss and Josh Barry smashing the existing race record by nearly 10 minutes to record a time of 2 hours and 42 minutes. They were 8 minutes of ahead of second placed duo Mark Kennedy and Katie Morgan ( 2 hours and 50 minutes), with Ben Clark and Simon Ashby in third (3 hours and 5 minutes).

The youngest competitor was gutsy 9-year-old Lorea Puche Struben running the return 19km of the two-person relay with Dad supporting her. The oldest competitor would have been at least 60 years her senior! A special mention must again go to regular competitor and super veteran, 68 year old, Michael Stewart of Naenae, who has now completed close to 600 marathons in his 50 years of marathon running. He finished yesterday in a very credible time of just over 5 hours and remains, by far, the Southern Hemisphere’s most prolific marathon runner!

Finishing times

ranging from under 3 hours to more than 7 hours with around 60 entrants toughing out the 42.2km marathon course. Twenty of these participants took on, and completed the 42 km marathon distance for the very first time!

A particularly large proportion of out of towners took part in this year’s event. This was, not least, due to the dearth of events nationwide recently as numerous races have been cancelled or postponed. Many vowed to return to compete in Nelson having been awestruck with the beauty of the popular Great Taste Trail beside the estuary on a near perfect day.

Event entry has always been purely by a voluntary donation to charity with the recipients being The Mental Health Foundation and The Heart of Biking Cycle Trail Trust. Over the seven years of the event these charities have received over $15,000 between them! The event started and finished at The Honest Lawyer, Monaco.

Above: 2020 Marathon winners Brian Kemp and Klaartje VanSchie.

Above: 2020 Marathon Relay Winners Angus Wemyss & Josh Barry. Photo: Pete Marshall. Below: Relay Runners Stu Hague & Graeme Sellars and Marathon Runners David Riddell & Wayne Corbett Photo: Pete Marshall.

Kahurangi victorious in first post lockdown competition match

NBS

Motueka Golf

A wetter day on Saturday but still an excellent field saw the playing of the June Mug Medal. The Mug was finally decided after a lengthy putt off where we thought darkness may have been the eventual winner!

Mark Morris prevailed with a Nett 69

A Grade

1st Levi Kearns 69

2nd Peter Neil 72

3rd Kevin Armstrong 72

B Grade

1st Heath Sherrock 72

2nd Bevan Martin 73

3rd Geoff Park 74

C Grade

1st Mike Malone 70

2nd Peter Johnson 73

3rd Dave Thomas 75

D Grade

By Brendan Alborn.

Defence wins

matches. Particularly if that defence is big, thunderous and skeleton-rattling.

Kahurangi allowed Nelson Galbraith to score one soft try in the opening five minutes of their match over the weekend at Sports Park Motueka. They conceded a second try after Nelson mounted a sustained period of attack right on the Kahurangi goal line early in the second half. For the other 78 minutes of the match however, Kahurangi applied defensive pressure and then made the most of their own scoring opportunities to win the Division One match by 21 to 10.

Nelson played with intensity and pace despite the slippery

conditions. At crucial times through, Nelson either came up with an error of their own making or were forced into conceding possession through the pressure Kahurangi applied at the breakdown and in the set piece.

Openside flanker

Hana Corbett-Burrows pinched a number of Nelson’s throws to the lineout and was a menace at the breakdown throughout the game.

The brutal defence of Kahurangi’s Thomas Robinson was another key factor that repeatedly halted Nelson’s progress. Robinson played arguably his most activefor the full 80 minutes - game for the club on Saturday and was rewarded for his massive contribution by being named man of the match. Robinson

was penalised only once for failing to wrap his arms in one tackle but otherwise put on a masterclass on how to stop runners dead in their tracks. While these collisions were clearly taking their toll on Nelson’s ball runners, Robinson was still hitting anything that moved with equal ferocity right until the end of the match.

Kane McLeod, who was playing his 100th game for Kahurangi, said earlier in the week that the team was hissing at training. Right from the kick-off it was clear the side was keen to honour his achievement as Kahurangi’s first centurion, as well as Stephen Hughes’ 50th match for the club. In his customary fashion Stephen Hughes spent the afternoon hitting breakdowns

and bouncing around like a mulleted pinball while McLeod put in a full 80 minute performance.

All Black Sevens player Andrew Knewstubb was all class from fullback seeming to have more time than anybody else on the paddock. He scored a wonderful try to add to Qori Gucake’s early score from a perfectly executed line-out drive. Mike Wells kicked well from the tee and controlled the match expertly in difficult conditions, although some of his kicks out of the hand probably didn’t get the distance he was looking for. Kahurangi’s midfield combination of Vito Lamers and Jackob Dabinett has developed well this season with their defence unwaveringly effec-

tive and tenacious. At the same time, they are now more regularly breaking through opposition defences to create scoring chances. Kahurangi’s next match is this coming Saturday, 4 July against Wanders Taylors Contracting in Brightwater at 3pm. In other matches played over the weekend, Huia New World defeated Wanderers Taylors Contracting 12 to 5 in their Division 2 match. Across the Motueka Bridge Riwaka Abel Tasman AquaTaxi defeated the Valley Stags by 34 to 12 in their Division 2 match while the Riwaka Women beat Wanderers 3 Bee Women by 17 to 10. Local rugby fans will be hoping for another clean-sweep of wins with all teams playing again this weekend.

Sprig and Fern races take off

The golden Saturday afternoon weather came to an abrupt end on June, 27 as Nelson/Tasman walkers and runners descended on Motueka for the first of their four Sprig and Fern 10km races held throughout the region as part of the Winter Running Programme.

However, the damp weather did not deter the spirits of the 65 competitors as they took off from Decks Reserve on Wallace Street, and headed out on

the very scenic course along the seafront walkway and around the inlet before heading back through Thorp Bush to the finish line.

While there was a very competitive spirit among the top runners and walkers and some fast times were recorded, it was great to see so many participants challenging themselves to complete the 10km course and reach their personal goals: some walking, some combining running with walking and others trying to keep running around the course without stopping.

Final placings for the runners were: 1st overall, Curtis Moore, finishing in 39.29mins, just 8 seconds ahead of Scott Whitley, with Paula Canning the 1st woman home. Peter Hague was the 1st walker overall in 65.50mins, with Nicky Alexander, the 1st woman walker in 80.20mins.

At the conclusion of the race, participants and supporters enjoyed a social gathering at the local Sprig and Fern, the sponsors of this event. Here the results of the race were announced and spot prizes awarded to the lucky recipients.

1st Rex Edwards 72

2nd Llloyd Goodall 73

3rd Keith Dowie 73

Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin; Sally Jones and Ray Marsden Twos were scored by; Mark Morris, Kevin Armstrong, James Campion, Glenn Fitzpatrick, Ray Marsden and Tony Fleming

The ladies played a Nett round.

1st Donna Mitchell 70

2nd Jean Hodson 70

3rd Jocelyn Thomson 74

Ladies Golf

June 23rd. Next round. Sandra Levine 74. Elizabeth Martin 74. Emily Greenhough 74. Deal Ray 75. Closest to pin Sandy Levine 2s Sandy Lepine=

Motueka R.S.A Darts

Darts High scores 25/6

Mike 121, 126

Hohepa 100b, 6x 100, 140, 120

Hayden 2x 180, 140, 133, 2x125, 121, 6x100

Stacey 2x 140, 5x100

Rob 8x 100

Paul 120, 100

Darts 7pm Thursdays

Motueka Bridge

Results Individual 2

North/South

Carolyn Gatenby & Malcolm Macleod 68.06%

Martin Thompson & Justine Thompson 65.05%

June Tippett & Karen Logan 57.18%

East/West

Angela Janes & Brian Field 57.87%

Maxine Carrington & Katrina Mataric 57.18%

Clive Thomas & Dawn Bensemann 54.86%

Stephen Hughes carries the ball in what was his 50th match for Kahurangi.

The first three walkers about 1km from the end of the race, heading into a tight finish with only a few seconds between them at the end.

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BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS TRUST

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

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 3037 or Lloyd 544 2636

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

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday

1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5495 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.

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

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

KNITTERS Operation Cover Up open day at St Thomas Hall on July 6th 10am to 2pm.

MO T UEK A GRG S UPPO RT GR OUP

Welcomes Grandparents/Kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month 1-3pm St Andrew’s Lounge 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed & supportive time with others. Phone 0211337299.

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Do you want to be part of a fun, social and competitive band, who make players welcome? Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or phone 02102233244.

MOTUEKA MENZSHED We have lots of fun, friendship and laughs at MenzShed. Join MenzShed. Email: SecretaryMotMenzShed@ gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12am

MOTUEKA REBUS CLUB This month’s Coffee and Chat will be at TOAD HALL on Friday 3rd July at 2.30pm. All welcome.

MOT UEK A SE NIORN ET Seniornet Motueka members enjoy discounts, make new friends and keep their minds active. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Maureen on 02102600432 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz.

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

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

YOGA for people who have or have had cancer, Tuesday morning and Tuesday evenings. Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137.

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MOTUEKA A&P ASSN

AGM Monday 20th July 6.30 main kitchen Marchwood Park. All welcome.

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).

A NT IQUE S , Art, Collectibles, 6 Rooms, Huge stock inc recent estate lots. Buy, Sell, Value. Warning - If selling, safely make sure (for your own protection) that the buyer has a physical address & not just a phone or email! Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond. Mon - Sat. Ph 03 544 0723 www. antiquesnewzealand.co.nz

carpet cleaning

TASMAN Carpet

Cleaning - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.

chimney sweep

CHIMN EY S WEEP

Marahau-MotuekaTasman-Moutere and surrounding areas. Free quote or query. Phone Steve 021-081-01146.

firewood QU A LITY DR Y FIREWOOD AVAILABLE Delivered per trailer load (3m3). Free delivery in Motueka. PHONE 021 228 5025

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.

garage sale

C HELSE A AVE , RICHMOND Saturday 4th July. Downsizing. Variety of household items. Sign out at 8am.

church services

health & fitness

entertainment

funerals

garden sleepers

GARDEN SLEEPERS

200 x 100 x 2.1m

Hardwood Sleepers. 10 pack $320. Delivery available. PHONE 021 228 5025

memorial JOHN CRAMOND

Jan and the family extend an invitation to join them for a celebration of John’s life on Friday the 10th July at 2pm at the Huia Clubrooms.

pets

L OW C HE N DOG needed to sire puppies with my pedigree female. Terms negotiable, must be unrelated and healthy, she would travel to him. Contact retrogoldnz@ gmail.com or phone 0211364592

situations vacant

situations vacant HOP TRAINING TEAM LEADER, TAPAWERA AREA. Experienced Supervisor required for training of Hop Bines, Mid-September to late December.

Successful applicant will be expected to lead by example. The successful applicant should have:

• perienced in training hops and excellent organisation and planning skills.

• nowledge of training requirements of different hop varieties.

• ffective cross cultural communication skills.

• ust be able to supervise field staff and liaise with the farm manager.

•The ability to train and lead a team, in a positive manner.

•Proven supervisory and leadership experience.

• hould be competent with computer and information technology. Please submit your application to hratnzhopfarm@gmail. com

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.

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

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

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