The Guardian - 20 October 2021

Eight WOW finals for local designer

Whenua Iti helps tamariki connect to nature

The nature connection programmes run by Whenua Iti Outdoors so far this year have connected almost 1,000 tamariki with outdoor experiences to develop a love of nature. A highlight for local primary schools has been the Mini Outdoor & Environmental Adventurers Programmes that are offered to the junior classrooms to extend student’s experiences of the natural world through exploration, play, asking questions and discussions.

“The activities are designed to explore the concept of kaitiakitanga and to help nurture a relationship between the children and the world around them,” explains Catherine, one of the kaiako on the programmes. “We spend the day outside playing games, being active and completing activities such as bug hunts, or taking them on a burma trail through the ngahere blind-folded to get all their senses in tune with their environment and acknowledge

Tane Mahuta. There is also an element of challenge in the day to build confidence & teamwork skills. Having fun with their friends outside is a big part of the experience - if they enjoy being outside in nature, in the future they will be more likely to help protect it.”

The programmes also tie into the school curriculum and aim to support classroom learning. “The benefits to the students are huge, learning, sharing, participating & working together in nature - (the programme) provides an experience that we cannot replicate at school,” noted one of the teachers.

The focus on connecting to nature is part of a Whenua Iti-run project that received Jobs for Nature funding earlier this year to engage children right across Te Tau Ihu. There are also significant benefits to mental health & wellbeing by spending time in nature, as acknowledged by the NZ Mental Health

Foundation. To support schools & families during lockdown, Whenua Iti produced a series of nature connection activities available free from their website to download. As a fun challenge, tamariki who completed 5 activities went into a draw to win prizes.

“We had lots of entries, and were really excited by the

amount of engagement we had. There were even schools from Auckland who got involved!” says Dana Carter, the Project Lead. Zoe Lovell from Mapua School won the Whenua Iti backpack, and James Fraser from Brightwater won a spot on a Whenua Iti Holiday Programme.

Mahana School & Motueka South School won the school prizes

and each received 25 native plants from the Whenua Iti Community Nursery for their school’s efforts in taking part in the activity challenge.

Whenua Iti would like to acknowledge the generous support of their community sponsors NBS and Pic’s Peanut Butter in being able to run the Mini Adventures Programmes.

WIO project lead Dana Carter presents Zoe Lovell of Mapua School the backpack she was awarded as a prize for her efforts in the nature connection activities over lockdown.

Students from Motueka South School at a Whenua Iti Outdoors Mini Environmental Adventure Day.

Motueka designer a WOW finalist - again!

Motueka’s Meg Latham was no stranger to having her creations feature in the World of Wearable Arts Show, with this year’s selection her eighth, but being named a finalist still filled her with great pride.

“It’s a special thrill this year to get in after it was delayed for a year due to Covid. It’s always so good to be accepted,” said Meg.

Meg was just one of just three designers from the Nelson Tasman region to be among the 102 finalists from 19 countries and regions announced for this year’s World of Wearable Art Awards Show.

From 30 September to 17 October this year, Wellington was to host Aotearoa’s most spectacular theatrical stage production, showcasing the finalist entries from around the world, with an audience of over 60,000 people expected to attend.

The finalist designers vie for awards and prizes across three recurring sections –Aotearoa, Avant-garde and Open – as well as three new sections – Architecture,

Elizabethan Era and Monochromatic.

Meg’s entry was in the Monochromatic category. Monochromatic colours are all the colours (tones, tints and shades) of a single hue.

Entrants were encouraged to put their unique touch on the concept of a monochromatic garment by exploring the limits of their imagination and telling a story through their design while creating something that challenges the conventional.

Also advised to focus on originality, authenticity and artistry when developing their garment and to consider their construction and choice of materials.

“WOW rewards the curious, the courageous and those who are passionate enough to stand in the face of self-doubt and embrace creativity no matter the cost,” says WOW founder, Dame Suzie Moncrieff. “I feel incredibly privileged to witness such amazing and inspiring creativity from our designers. The entries are of an exceptionally high standard once again

and selecting award winners from such a strong group of finalists will not be an easy task for the judges. The skills, wide range of materials and techniques used in creating their work is breath-taking and I was looking forward to seeing the garments individually choreo-

Vaccine clinic at Te Awhina this Friday

graphed in all their glory on the WOW stage in September. The audience would have been wowed!”

It’s that aspect of the event that Meg said “certainly does the garments justice”.

“I never take it for granted that I’ll get in. It’s become so competitive with so many

entries from overseas and of course the huge talent here in New Zealand, so just to be accepted in to the Show is great.”

*Sadly Meg passed away just weeks after learning of her success.

*WOW 2021 has been cancelled this year due to Covid-19.

This Friday, 22 October another Covid-19 vaccine clinic is scheduled at Te Awhina marae. Bookings are essential, so call 0800 ORANGA (0800 672 642) to book a spot. Because so many kaumatua live in intergenerational households, whanau members over the age of 16 are also eligible to be vaccinated at Te Piki Oranga’s clinics.

Vaccination clinics will be held at Te Piki Oranga Motueka, Te Awhina Marae, 133 Pah Street, Motueka,

from 10am on Friday, 22 October.

You can go to www. tpo.org.nz for more information.

Maori put a superb effort into mobilising to get vaccinated over Super Saturday, with thousands rolling up their sleeves to protect themselves, their whanau and communities from Covid19, Associate Health Minister Peeni Henare says.

“It was absolutely outstanding that 21,702 Maori got vaccinated on this one day alone.”

Talented designer Meg Latham. Top right: One of Meg’s previous entries, Titty Tote.

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“We’re going to Kaiteriteri to go fishing and playing ball on the beach.”

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Classical pianist performing

Talented local pianist Louis Lucas-Perry has made it into the semi-finals of the Lewis Eady National Piano competition.

The competition brings together 15 of our country’s finest young pianists for an intensive and inspiring two days of musicmaking.

Each competitor will perform two 30-minute recital programmes of their choice. The repertoire must include a work by a New Zealand composer.

“It’s really nice to

know I’m going in the right direction,” says Louis of his selection.

This Saturday, 23 October at 7.30pm Louis is performing in concert at The Chanel Arts Centre where he’ll run through some of his repertoire.

“I always look forward to performing at the Chanel centre, it’s nice and intimate,” says Louis.

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“I’m going to spend the weekend in Nelson with my husband and friends.”

Callum Motueka

going away camping with my girlfriend Jasmine probably in the Golden Bay area.”

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Richard Mapp and Louis Lucas-Perry. Richard has helped Louis progress as a musician.

Hospice Shop volunteers needed

Nelson Tasman Hospice relies on second-hand shops in Nelson, Richmond, Motueka and Takaka for almost half of the $2.5 million funding shortfall needed each year, to continue providing a range of palliative care services to the region. With returning to work at Alert Level 2, trading has had many new challenges for retailers, including those in the Hospice Shops.

As many local businesses in New Zealand can agree, getting back on track hasn’t been a walk in the park.

For Hospice Shops, it’s not just a lack of foot traffic that’s proved to be challenging. Many volunteers in the shops haven’t been able to return to work, being vulnerable members of the community themselves, and many being unable to wear face masks for long periods. Jacinta Olykan,

Motueka Hospice Shop Manager says, “It was really exciting to come back, because I love working here. Coming in and making sure we had everything right was key; social distancing, signage, masks, etc.

It’s unfortunate that we have had a shortage of volunteers, but we want to emphasise how thankful we are for all volunteers, including those that are unable to come to

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the store now”. This has meant some stores are working with reduced hours, and those that are able to continue volunteering are being spread thin.

Retail Operations Manager, John Hopkins adds, “Many incredible people volunteer their time for our shops, and there have been many cases where those that are able to continue volunteering have

increased their hours. However, the need for more volunteers has meant we have had to close the Motueka Shop on Sundays for a while and reduce hours on other days”.

The stress of Christmas, being all retailers’ busiest time of year, also increases the urgency of the need for more volunteers.

Hospice relies on the generosity of the community to donate,

Typical spring weather we have been having lately and the lawns are growing flat out. It has been quite a busy week policing wise. Police attended three car accidents and apprehended a 40-year-old woman for drink driving.

A man was arrested after throwing a rock through a shop window on High Street. Two properties were burgled in Douglas Road. Building materials were stolen from one and nothing was stolen from the second.

The new library building in Wallace Street was burgled and extension leads and a large yellow electrical box were stolen.

A cellphone was stolen from a car in Tudor Street and a black Subaru Forester Car REG DCH845 was stolen from Te Matu Drive. If anyone has any information regarding these incidents please get in touch. We also attended five family harm incidents.

If you see anything that causes you concern, you witness anyone acting suspiciously or you know of a person who needs help, call us immediately on 111. Take care out there.

Grant Heney

shop and volunteer at these stores, so Hospice can continue providing our range of services to patients with a life-limiting illness and their families across the region. If you would like to gift some time to one of the four Hospice Shops, please get in touch with Krisca Gould at Nelson Tasman Hospice 03 546 3912 or email krisca.gould@nelsonhospice.org.nz

The Motueka Hospice Shop is seeking volunteers.

Safe Families Motueka

‘You’re too sensitive.’ ‘That didn’t happen.’ ‘You’re acting strange, I think there is something wrong with you.’

‘That didn’t hurt.’

Gaslighting is a kind of emotional abuse that is very common when there’s family harm and the statements written above are examples of it. It means the person hurting someone keeps saying things to deny harm happened or was really worth getting upset about. For example, someone tries to talk to their partner about how their behaviour is hurting them and the partner flips the conversation back on them, like it is ‘all your fault you’re upset,’ totally refusing to take any responsibility for the harm they are doing. This undermines the person being hurt and can lead them to feel like they are losing their grip on reality.

Over time, this causes a lot of self-doubt in other areas of life, like work, parenting, friendships, health and financial decisions.

So, when someone tells us they are being hurt, they often have to push through deep layers of self-doubt to even say it.

Sadly, it is really easy for those of us

around any person being hurt to add to that gaslighting, without even meaning to. If someone in your circles tells you they are being hurt by a family member, it might be tempting to dismiss what they say because you don’t want to think badly of the uncle who is always so warm at Christmas, or of that mate who is always so generous when you go out together, or that woman at work who is so funny and good at her job. That’s when you might find yourself saying things like:

‘He’s such a good provider’, ‘Other people have it worse’ or ‘If you try harder to be good, you would get on better with your parents.’

The opposite of gaslighting is validation and it sounds more like this:

‘I believe you.’ ‘This was not your fault.’ ‘It’s okay to feel this way.’

‘Are you safe now?’

No doubt, it is confusing when a person we care about is being hurt. Especially when we care about the person doing the harm as well. A great place to start is just listening to

the person being hurt and helping them to find support. Motueka has a network of specialist services here to support people experiencing family harm: Safe Families Motueka.

Rachael Fabish, Community Engagement Coordinator Motueka Women’s Support Link

Contact Safe Families Motueka: admin@safefamilies. org.nz or visit the website www.safefamiliesmotueka.nz to find out more.

Our Take & Make kits are available for our community due to an absence of physical events at level 2. “Take” your kit of materials & “Make” your inspired creation. They are “Free” and are for all ages.

Take & Make Provence Self Care kits

During October to acknowledge “Mental Health Awareness Week”. Create a mini card with French inspired images, 10 tips for self care, anti stress colouring in & a wordfind. Send a photo to Janine.gillions@tasman. govt.nz

Take & Make Kowhai Kit

We are celebrating Spring gardening and native trees. Your Kowhai kit will contain seeds, a pot & peat, facts & a label. A Free kit for adults, 18th October Send a photo to Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz

Take & Make Ancient Rome Postcards

Pick up your “Kit” and decorate a postcard with an Ancient Roman theme. Write a message on the back & give or post to a friend or family member. Enjoy this creative activity taking you back to another era. Send a photo to Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz

Book Bundles for Adults & Children

Pre-selected bundles of books for you to grab Issue at the Self check kiosk or at the desk.

Take & Make Carle-Esque Caterpillar

Pick up your kit with coloured paper & googly eyes and create your own cute Carle-Esque caterpillar. Send a photo to Mary.Butler@ tasman.govt.nz

Feedback sought on camera roll out and further protection for Hector’s dolphins

In a bid to further protect Hector Dolphins Fisheries New Zealand is proposing a wider roll out of cameras across fishing fleets.

Fisheries New Zealand is inviting people to have their say on proposals for the wider roll-out of cameras across New Zealand’s inshore fishing fleet, as well as measures to further protect Hector’s dolphins.

Together, these changes will provide an additional layer of assurance and contribute to the ongoing sustainability of New Zealand’s fisheries says Director of Fisheries Management, Emma Taylor.

“The wider rollout of cameras will see up to 300 more inshore vessels fitted with onboard cameras by the end of 2024. The proposals focus on prioritising those inshore vessels that pose the greatest risk to protected species such as Hector’s and Maui dolphins, black petrels, and the Antipodean albatross.

“On-board cameras give us independent information about what goes on at sea. They help verify catch reporting, and monitor fishing activity by commercial fishers, to encourage compliance with the rules.

“The vessels affected by the camera proposals contribute approximately 85 percent of the total catch from inshore fisheries.

“An initial rollout of cameras on a number of vessels in the Maui dolphin habitat off the West Coast of the North Island has been operating successfully since 2019.

“A separate consul-

tation, begun today, is seeking feedback on proposed fisheries measures to further protect South Island Hector’s dolphins.

“The Hector’s and Maui dolphins Threat Management Plan was reviewed in 2019, with new fishing measures to protect these dolphins taking effect on 1 October 2020. The Government decided that more work is required in the South Island to manage the remaining fisheries risk.

“Additional protections proposed as part of this consultation include a bycatch reduction plan, expanding restrictions on trawl gear in certain areas along the north, east and south coasts of the South Island, and banning commercial and recreational set net fishing further offshore around Banks Peninsula.

“Hector’s Dolphins are a nationally endangered taonga and it’s important that we take steps to protect them.

“We encourage anyone with an interest in either of these consultations to make a submission. All views are important and will contribute in shaping our advice for the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries for his consideration.

Both consultations are now open for eight weeks and submissions can be made until 5pm on Monday, 6 December.

Further information, including how to make a submission, is available online at mpi. govt.nz.

out&about

Motueka High School’s students sadly missed out on their annual cabaret, MADD, due to Covid. These students were set to wow our town with their performances.

Left: Grease Lightening stars Tyeisha Waho, Blake Heal and Lyn Siobhan (front).

Right: Hairspray entertainers Amy Gorrill, Natalie Woolfe and Bella Shand.

Left: Dance students Zoe Inglis, Mia Nugent, Chelsea Woolfe and Ruby Quillan were to perform choreography to Stevie Wonders “faith” from the movie musical ‘Sing’.

Right: Hakuna Matata! Drama student Jet Edwards launches onto Jason Ruri’s back while Louie Morris avoids the stench.

Drama students Byron Spinetto, Lexi Stringer, Dan Fry and Aaron Bensemann.

Successful squash day for mental health

Three Year 12 students from Motueka High School organised an event at the Motueka Squash Club to raise money and awareness for mental health on Saturday, 9 October. The trio organised a series of squash related activities from coaching to a fitness session through to a doubles tournament and exhibition match. The chief organiser, Hui Sheak says “It was really fun to watch our squash community get together and enjoy each other’s company during our first doubles tournament. My friends and I would always try to squeeze in a game of doubles after our training on Fridays and ever since our first match, have longed for a tournament. On the day many experienced squash players told me that they hadn’t had a chance to play in a doubles tournament before

and they all seemed to love it very much”.

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Dear Editor, Re “out & about” Wednesday, 6 October. This article celebrating the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing competition shows photos of people carrying and dragging dead pigs alongside a photo of some of the “impressive animals entered in the competition”.

If people want to hunt that is their affair. If people want to believe that their motives are altruistic let them believe that.

Region’s economic confidence slips after lockdown bites

Westpac

McDermott Miller Regional Economic Confidence, September quarter 2021.

Confidence in Nelson/Marlborough/ West Coast’s economic prospects slipped 3 points for the quarter, with a net 8% of households expecting economic conditions to improve over the coming year.

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Co-organiser, Lili Fitzsimmons says, “We did this because nearly 50% of New Zealanders will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime, and we don’t want them to face it on their own. We raised $500 on the day but our target is $1000”.

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people with free information, resources and campaigns covering the A-Z of mental health and wellbeing topics. It will also help them advocate for helpful and hopeful policies and services for people living with mental illness.

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However degrading the dead animals by using them in a game and glorifying in their remains is vile and offensive and no example of humane animal husbandry.

“The region’s tourism sector battled the double whammy of the trans-Tasman bubble closing and the domes-

tic lockdown,” says Westpac’s Acting Chief Economist Michael Gordon. “Looking ahead, we expect a mixed economic performance for the region as tourism continues to battle, worker shortages loom over summer for the region’s horticulture and viticulture sectors, while the dairy, meat and forestry sectors are likely to remain strong,” says Michael. The survey was conducted over the period 1-11 September 2021.

Christmas Parade a Covid casualty

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Organisers Naomi Lang, Lili Fitzsimmons, Hui Sheak and fitness session guru, Calver Wiffen goofing off between activities.

Third placing for Camera Club’s Seddon Shield

During the first weekend in September the five Top of the South Camera Clubs met on Zoom for the Seddon Shield competition which was hosted by Greymouth.

The clubs are Marlborough, Nelson, Golden Bay, Motueka, Buller and Greymouth.

Usually they would spend the weekend going to workshops or field trips as well as seeing the results of the competitions. With lockdown restrictions forcing it to take place online the organised trips didn’t go ahead. Motueka did particularly well in the com-

petitions with twelve members getting several awards including several with honours and four members were awarded four Champion images:

Cushla MoorheadOpen print Champion

Alison Meier.Open Digital

Champion

Gillian CloverNature Print Champion

Craig MartinNature Digital Champion

Motueka was third in the club competition which Greymouth won.

Scholarship gives young people a boost into beekeeping career

Young people interested in a beekeeping career are being encouraged to apply for the annual Ron Mossop Youth Scholarship, sponsored by Mossop’s Honey and Apiculture New Zealand.

The scholarship was set up three years ago as a way of giving young people the best possible start in the apiculture industry. The scholarship includes $2000 to be put towards best practice training and/or set up costs. It also includes membership of industry body Apiculture New Zealand for a year and attendance at the industry’s national conference in the year of the award.

Last year’s recipient,

Bay of Plenty 18-yearold Angus BrentonRule, says the scholarship provided valuable support in his first year of beekeeping. As well as allowing him to buy resources to kick-start his career, Angus welcomed the opportunity to make connections with the wider industry through his membership of Apiculture New Zealand and his attendance at their June conference.

“Conference was a really great opportunity to meet other beekeepers and hear about what’s happening in other parts of the country. I learnt lots.”

Angus has spent the last year working for Whakatane-based Golden Grove Apiaries says the experience has him enthused

about a future in the industry. “It’s such a fun and interesting job. I definitely see it as something I want to do long-term.”

Angus advises other young beekeepers or young people interested in a career in apiculture to apply for the scholarship. “It’s so worth it and you’ll never know unless you try. If you win, you’ll be glad you applied,” he says.

The scholarship is named after industry pioneer, Ron Mossop, who started his family beekeeping businesses in the 1940s. His business was built on values of quality and integrity, which remain at the heart of Mossop’s Honey today.

Neil Mossop said

his family were thrilled to continue to sup port the next genera tion of beekeepers through the scholar ship. “Mossops Honey is committed to best practice beekeeping and the highest levels of integrity throughout our business. It is a privilege to be able to pass on those values to young beekeepers. We see the scholarship as a wonderful tribute to my father, who instilled those values in his family and business.”

Applications for the scholarship close on Friday, 29 October 2021.

For more information and how to apply, go to https:// apinz.org.nz/scholarship-in-beekeeping/

2020 Ron Mossop Youth Scholarship recipient Angus Brenton-Rule.

Blind Low Vision NZ Street Appeal needs vital online support in Covid-19 environment

When Sue Fraser learned she was going blind, fear crept into her soul. She was in a “pool of darkness”, feeling she’d lost the ability to do the things she loves but this Blind Low Vision Week, she’s celebrating proving herself wrong.

With a white cane by her side, Sue has the confidence to leave the house while adaptive technology allows her to cook dinner for her family and read books to her grandchildren.

“For so long struggling along but then I picked up the phone and called Blind Low Vision NZ – it was the best thing I ever did.

“With their help I was able to get outside again and enjoy the outdoors, while inside, they helped transform my kitchen so I can continue cooking as I have always loved.

I have my independence back.”

Sue came to Blind Low Vision NZ for support after a long journey with degenerating sight. She’d contracted a virus on her eyes in her 20’s but a corneal transplant in her 40’s and then later cataract treatment were not enough to restore her sight.

She doesn’t think of herself as blind, and she didn’t realise that Blind Low Vision NZ (formerly the Blind Foundation) was also for people with low vision, like her.

She now knows how life-changing the charity can be for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision.

This week is the launch of Blind Low Vision NZ’s annual Blind Low Vision Week appeal, which is a time to celebrate the 180,000 New

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Zealanders with vision loss living the life they choose.

The fundraising goal is $470,000 and traditionally, a significant proportion of this would come from the street collection which is being held on 22-23 October.

However, this year, due to current alert levels, the street collection will not be going ahead in Auckland, Waikato or Northland. Blind Low Vision NZ takes everyone’s safety seriously and while it’s disappointing, it’s the right thing to do for those regions.

Now, with 950 volunteer coordinators and collectors unable to participate in the street collection, the hope is New Zealanders who cannot donate on the street will recognise they can make an online donation at blindlowvision.org.nz/ BLVweek.

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY PROJECTS 2021 / 2022

The Motueka Community Board has an annual budget for special projects. For the 2021 / 2022 year it is $54,070.

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“We are extremely grateful to everyone who supports our Blind Low Vision Week through the street collection or online donations,” says Blind Low Vision NZ Chief Executive John Mulka.

“Every day, an average of six Kiwis turn to Blind Low Vision NZ for

support with sight loss. In a Covid-19 environment, people may not be out as much, but we still rely on the community to make a tangible difference in the lives of blind, deafblind and low vision New Zealanders.”

Funds raised from Blind Low Vision

Week go directly towards providing personalised vision rehabilitation services for people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision.

Funds help each person fulfil their goals – whether that’s providing adaptive technology to assist with

work readiness, mobility training including guide dogs, or developing tools and strategies to keep doing the things they need and want to do.

In Sue’s words, “my life was changed forever when I reached out for help from Blind Low Vision NZ”.

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Motueka’s Sue Fraser has found invaluable support from Blind Low Vision NZ.

ATaste of the Best

Nelson’s favourite wine tasting event is back with a bigger venue and a tranche of award winning local wines to try and buy.

Wine Nelson will be showcasing the latest vintages at the Rutherford Hotel on 26 October, open to the public from 5pm – 7.30pm. Last year was a sell out, so get your tickets early.

This is the first time the event has been held so close to the city centre, so people can stroll into town for dinner afterwards. It’s also the first time retail sales have been available on the night so you can try a range of wines and take your favourites home with you.

This event is a must

for wine afficionados –especially those who love our superb local wines as most of our local wineries will be in attendance. It’s also a good opportunity if you’re not so familiar with our exceptional local wine producers to get a taste of what makes them so special. You’ll get to meet the wine makers, try their latest vintages and get a real taste of what makes Nelson such a renowned wine region.

Nelson is known for producing a range of varieties with three quite distinct sub-wine regions. The Waimea Plains, The Moutere Hills and the Tasman Coast each have their own sub-climates and terroir suited to pro-

ducing exceptional wines.

These include some of New Zealand’s most inspired awardwinning wines, with outstanding Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and aromatics, as well as an impressive mix of emerging varieties.

Plus we are blessed with first class winemakers, alchemists who use their raw materials – the soil, the land, sunshine, rainfall and grape varietals –to create unforgettable vintages. The result is award winning wines, top wineries (six in the Real Review list this year) and a fantastic reputation for our region.

To complete the great experience

that is Nelson’s new release tasting, there will be local food available, and local musical talent Elisha Hobbs to complete the perfect night out.

The event is open to those 18 years and over.

Attendees will need to arrange their own safe transport to and from the venue. Covid 19: We will provide updates around Covid19 and precautions we’ll take.

Tickets are available on eventfinda.

Wine Nelson new release tasting Rutherford Hotel, Nelson 26 October, 5pm –7.30pm

Mutu Launches new Online Web Platform

Communities across Nelson & Tasman could be one step closer to embracing a more circular economy as a new social enterprise takes hold in the region. Rent/ Lend platform Mutu has previously been limited to users who have downloaded the app, however it’s taking things to the next level with the launch of its user-friendly online platform, expected to further increase access to hundreds of underutilised items for Kiwis across NZ.

Mutu is a rental platform that is all about unlocking the value of under-utilised resources, adding access to power tools, trailers, sporting equipment and more for thousands of users nationwide. Users of the platform are able to make money by sharing the things they own and hardly use, as well as being able to save money by borrowing the things they will only use once or twice.

Although Mutu is new on the scene, it has been making waves already, voted a finalist at the Sustainable Business 2020 Awards.

‘Why buy when you can borrow’ is the mantra behind this exciting new platform, and in 2021 the possibility of reducing the

FUTURE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

The first round of community engagement for the Nelson Tasman 2021 – 2051 Future Development Strategy (FDS) is into its final week, having started on 4 October. This round is being held remotely with information available online until 26 October.

Our recent series of webinars allowed staff to provide an overview of the project and answer questions on some key issues. A recording of a webinar and all the questions and answers to date are available on our website.

However, there is still plenty of opportunity for anyone to provide comments, feedback or suggest strategic sites for future housing and business development in our region. The FDS does not rezone the land but identifies strategic locations to accommodate growth demands over the next 30 years.

Any site suggestions will be considered in the preparation of the new FDS,a joint project between Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council.It will replace the adopted FDS of July 2019. The project will be completed in July 2022.

More information, including how to provide feedback, can be found at tasman.govt.nz/fds. Alternatively, you can email futuredevelopmentstrategy@tasman.govt.nz.

amount of everyday items that sit around unused or end up in landfill may finally have a new solution.

For those familiar with Neighbourly or Facebook Marketplace, Mutu could be the next best thing - however it’s taking things one step further by encouraging a culture of sharing rather than ownership through the use of its App.

Mutu user Paula Godfrey was quick to put the app to use when she realised she needed a sander to complete the finer touches of a DIY job.

“The other week we were doing some gibbing, and we needed a little in-the-corner sander. They’re like $80 to buy, and we’re only going to use it

once. There’s literally no point in buying it and we were able to grab one on Mutu”.

Mutu founder and managing director Toby Skilton has been busy behind the scenes preparing for the launch of the new online platform, and is excited to already see Mutu’s impact growing nationwide through its app.

“As a society, we are all becoming more conscious of the things we buy and our individual impact on planet earth. Mutu is a simple to use platform that allows Kiwis to get access without ownership whilst reducing the need for items to be purchased for single use.”

“We are so excited to see our impact grow throughout New

Zealand and grateful to those who have already joined us on our journey to buy less, share more and reduce waste in NZ.”

You can find out more about Mutu at https://www.mutu. co.nz/

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Managing Director Toby Skilton.

As soon as you walk through the door at Motueka Kindergarten you’ll discover a warm, welcoming environment and a sea of smiling faces. Motueka Kindergarten is a home away from home, an extension of one’s family and a secure place for our curious tamariki to learn, explore, and grow.

At Motueka Kindergarten they love to sing and dance, and an emphasis is given to promote free movement and communication. They will support your child in their journey of independence, encourage curiosity and wonder to gain knowledge, and nurture their social skills, confidence, and most importantly – trust.

Motueka Kindergarten is specifically designed to enable teachers to respond to the unique learning and development of each and every child up to the age of 6. Tamariki are cared for lovingly with opportunities for them to safely explore through free movement in a developmentally appropriate environment.

Motueka Kindergarten Piwakawaka Programme for Tamariki aged 3 months to 2 years

Did you know that Motueka Kindergarten is one of three Kindergartens in the Nelson Tasman region that offer education and care for infants and toddlers from 3 months of age?

The Piwakawaka Programme provides an environment

for both infants and toddlers aged from three months to two years: a warm, calm, and nurturing programme that allows a space where your child can grow, learn and flourish at their own pace.

The dedicated, small Piwakawaka teaching team will develop a strong, trusting, and consistent relationship with you and your child. They will follow established home-like routines and will keep in close communication with you to ensure the best possible care of your child. By working with you they can provide individually tailored care to suit your child’s personality and development. They believe that children, whilst having stimulating opportunities to explore both indoor and outdoor environments with and alongside their peers, also require secure and focused relationships with their key teachers.

With a philosophy that includes a key teacher approach, secure relationships based on attachment principles are fostered. Interactions with all tamariki are respectful, warm, loving and fun filled. Motueka Kindergarten values care rituals as opportunities to foster relationships and work collaboratively with parents/whãnau in learning partnerships that are developed together.

There are currently spaces available in the Piwakawaka room at Motueka Kindergarten. Do get in touch with them and make an appointment to visit their centre. You’ll find them conveniently located on Talbot Street, behind Parklands School and next to the Motueka Sports Park.

Find out more about Motueka Kindergarten via their social media - www.facebook.com/motuekanurseryandkindergarten/ or give them a call on 03 528 7270. At Motueka Kindergarten we believe...

• kindness and respect are values that support and foster lifelong social skills

• positive outcomes for children are promoted through respectful and reciprocal relationships

• play and fun is a meaningful way to foster learning and development

• children and their whãnau contributions and achievements are acknowledged and appreciated within a welcoming whãnau environment

A new outdoor art gallery for Nelson

There is a new art gallery brightening up Nelson city featuring some of the region’s most acclaimed artists and artworks. Make/ Shift Spaces and Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu selected a group of artworks from The Suter’s permanent collection to be reproduced, and enlarged, for display on exterior walls.

ArtWalk has a broad appeal with its paintings of recognisable vistas from across the region including Fifeshire Rock, Takaka Hill and Golden Bay. The works range from John Gully’s ‘View of Tasman Bay’ (which was used as one of the region’s earliest marketing campaigns) to firm favourites by Jane Evans and Toss Woollaston, and right through to recent works by Robin Slow. Together, the works in ArtWalk give an insight into our part of the world, and why so many artists have been captivated by our region’s people, history, stories, vistas and industries.

The idea for ArtWalk germinated during

2020’s Covid-19 lockdown, when Make/ Shift Spaces General Manager Anne Rush was thinking about art and cultural projects that would combat restrictions. With The Suter on board, Anne was able to draw on Make/Shift’s network of Nelson’s property owners, approaching them about utilising external walls on buildings around the city.

The project gathered momentum, attracting funding from sponsors and a growing list of donors. With acceptance into the Nelson City Council’s Tuku21 Heritage Month, the race was on to install the first 20 works by mid-April.

“The initial response from the property owners and tenants confirmed that we were on to something special. From there, it was a gradual process of bringing the various components together – from matching the sites and artworks, getting all the required permissions for the buildings, as well as the artworks, making sure we could print the works at a high quality,

and then ensuring that the installation process was as seamless as possible. The fact that all the works in ArtWalk have a direct connection and meaning to the Nelson/ Tasman region is a key component of the project,” says Anne.

“Each artwork has its own backstory that is related to the region, and we really hope people will be sparked to find out more about them. The ArtWalk website not only has a location map, but we’ll continue to add information and weblinks on each artwork.”

The Suter’s director Julie Catchpole says the ArtWalk is helping them to extend their reach into the community. “The Suter and Nelson/Tasman community has a wonderful collection – especially of Nelson’s rich history of local and visiting artists – and while we know that many people will recognise many of the artworks, we hope too, that others will be intrigued and encouraged to come and visit us at the Gallery to discover more,” says Julie.

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One of the works during the installation.

On the Spot Lower Moutere Store

Your much loved local store!

We all have childhood memories of our local store; calling in with mum to pick up a fresh loaf of bread, watching with interest as dad wrangles with the fuel bowser, choosing an ice-cream flavour on a hot summers day, or more importantly, the responsibility of going to the store all by ourselves for the very first time. The local store is where memories are made, friendships are forged and laughter is shared. For some of us, those cherished childhood memories took place at the Lower Moutere Store.

Ten years ago Mike and Tania decided they wanted a lifestyle change. Tania was working in the horticulture industry and Mike as butcher at the supermarket. The Lower Moutere Store was for sale and the dynamic local couple made a decision to change their lifestyle and purchase the much loved local store. They initially decided to own the business for five years, ten years later they are still running the store and locals couldn’t be happier.

When they first took on the store, Mike and Tania decided to add something new to the business. Mike, thoroughly enjoyed butchering and the couple agreed to start selling various meats and small goods. The Lower Moutere Township was thrilled, if they wanted prime cuts, homemade salami, sausages, patties and the like they could find it at their local store.

Mike’s meat cuts and small goods are so popular that he produces around a ¼ tonne of small goods most

weeks, customers can be certain their meat is both top quality and local. If you take a peek in the meat fridge, just inside the front door of the Lower Moutere Store, you’ll see item’s like corned beef labelled with ‘made here’. Mike has now been butchering for 30 years and locals agree that if you are looking for some of the best meat in town to go to the Lower Moutere Store.

Beef and Pork salami’s crafted by Mike and corned silverside made here!

Mike, Tania, Emma and Shinade

On the Spot Lower Moutere Store

Weekdays - 6am to 6pm

Saturdays - 7am to 6pm

Sunday - 8am to 4.30pm

Tania explains that part of the recipe to their success is having wonderful staff. Shinade, Emma and Jodi have been working at the store since Tania and Mike first took it on. These ladies have personality plus, you can be sure of a smile a giggle and a friendly word when they look after you.

Along with some of the best baked goods and meat in the region the Lower Moutere Store offer a number of other essential items from NPD fuel to gas bottles refills, grocery items to fish bait and of course a thirst quenching range of beverages and mouthwatering ice-creams. You’ll find them conveniently located on the Moutere Highway, 68 Main Rd Lower Moutere.

They are open weekdays from 6am – 6pm, Saturdays 7am – 6pm and Sunday 8am – 4.30pm. Keep an eye out on their social media for their latest news, specials and meat selection https://www.facebook.com/ Lowermouterestore/

“Country store with everything you need. Sit outside with a coffee and enjoy the history of the area, magic. “

Mike and Tania would like to say a big thank you to their hard working team, the Lower Moutere Community, their customers and suppliers for their support, friendship and loyalty over the last decade.

The Lower Moutere store is more than a local store; it’s a place to catch up with locals and a central part of the Lower Moutere Community.

The Lower Moutere store also creates a feast of tasty treats, devoured daily by a steady stream of familiar faces. It’s been said they have the best sausage rolls in town, crafted with handmade sausage meat and sold for just $2.50 they fly out the door every day. Mike reveals that the most sausage rolls they’ve sold in one day is a staggering 190 pieces of the popular savoury treat.

It’s a local family run business, even the youngsters are keen to put a smile on your face!

What do people have to say about the Lower Moutere Store?

“Real down to earth people, helpful and friendly. Good range of products.”

“Well what came I say. Love these ladies when I pop in for a takeaway lunch. Always smiling.”

Jodi and Shinade, thumbs up, open during Level 4

Over the last ten years Mike and Tania have provided part time work for a number of local students. This has helped these students save up to go on to tertiary education as well as other important necessities such as buying their first car or scooter.

“They then leave town to go on their next adventure and a new student comes along,” says Tania with a huge smile.

You can tell this caring lady derives a great deal of satisfaction from helping our youth to get ahead.

“The best fuel station in Motueka. Has the nicest sausage rolls that are always sold out by lunch time! All there hot food is absolutely delicious and at a very good price.”

Who is Pompey Goodall?

This is one of many questions the team researching the history of High Street Motueka have had to ask themselves over the last two years as they work with Carol Dawber to document how High Street has evolved over the years.

Choosing photographs from their own collections gave the Motueka and District Historical Association book committee a good base and then they have supplemented those with others that the locals have offered to fill in the gaps.

A story in The Guardian set the ball rolling back in 2020 and word of mouth saw others come in. Researching them all to get the detail behind the photo has occupied much of 2021 in between choosing the title, the colour of the cover, what photos go where, documenting references, a bibliography and a list of contacts and applying for funding.

Carol has spent many weeks under -

standing the material and doing the writing and sending us the drafts for editing, correcting, checking the many dates and answering questions like who is Pompey Goodall.

Covid lockdowns

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prevented us getting together as often as we wanted to and the sheer amount of material slowed the whole process down so our deadline of a Christmas 2021 book launch is now out of reach and

with regret we have delayed the book being launched until February or March 2022. We still have some gaps in our knowledge so if the phone rings and you get asked when you bought or sold your

business or did your father, mother, brother or sister ever run a café or a book shop and when, we thank you for sharing and hope to see you at the book launch next year when we can reveal who Pompey Goodall is.

The names of these men will be revealed in time.......

Dada Shuddhatmananda during the vegetarian/vegan Indian cooking and yoga class held this year at Vistara in the Motueka Valley.

Dada has been a teacher of yoga and meditation with Ananda Marga, an international socio-spiritual organisation for 35 years.

Let’s talk about breast cancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer for women, and the third most common cancer overall. It affects one in nine New Zealand women over their lifetime. Overall, 80 percent of people with breast cancer survive 10 years or more, and that rises to 92 percent if detected on a screening mammogram. About 70 - 75 percent of women who are diagnosed with breast cancer are over age 50 years old, 6 percent are under age 40 and approximately 25 men are diagnosed with breast cancer in New Zealand each year.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every day, nine women in New Zealand are diagnosed with breast cancer, so it’s likely that someone you know will be diagnosed, has had breast cancer in the past, or is supporting someone with breast cancer. The right support can make a difference and there are a number of ways you can help.

Make me-time for a mammogram

If you’re over 45, book in for a mammogram through BreastScreen Aotearoa. Taking half an hour to have one mammogram every two years could save your life. If you’ve never had a mammogram, or think you’re due for another, give BreastScreen Aotearoa a call on 0800 200 270 and make an appointment.

Give your time (and change)

A small change can make a big difference. The Pink Ribbon Street Appeal will take place on the 29th and 30th of October. You’ll spot Pink Ribbon collectors on the streets around our town, they’ll be hard to miss, wearing pink sashes and holding dona-

tion buckets). No cash? No worries – you can donate online or by texting PINK to 2447 to make a $3 donation. Alternatively, give your time by joining our collectors as a volunteer.

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MOTUEKA DISTRICT MUSEUM PUPURI TAONGA

Our small Museum situated in the old District High School building features stories of our district’s geology and early social and economic history. We are currently running an exhibition on conversation from 120 years ago and up to the present day.

Hours: Mon to Fri 10-3 & Sun 10-2

03 528 7660 | savepast@snap.net.nz

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Proud to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

WOFs While you Wait.

We can be found at 25 Huffam St, Motueka Super Gold discount on presentation of card.

Shop for good

Discover all kinds of treats this October, from limited-edition Mallowpuffs to Bon Appétit’s free-range eggs to delicious New Zealand Pink Lady Apples.

For every Pink Product you buy, a portion of the sales goes towards funding work in research, awareness and support.

Pink up your place

This year we’re encouraging organisations to go Pink For A Day to raise vital funds for breast cancer education, research and patient support - and at the same time use this as an opportunity for employees to learn more about reducing breast cancer risk and feel more confident talking about breast cancer.

Aside from dressing up in all things pink, you can also be sent a ‘pink pack’ packed with plenty of resources and ideas to help you fundraise. Find out more at https://takeaction.org.nz/

Check yourself

This October, why not create a new habit by learning how to self-check for signs of breast cancer? It’s as easy as TLC: Touch, Look, Check.

Rae’s Story

Rae Dozell is part of the heart and soul of our community. She is the face of Community House in Decks Reserve, always happy to lend a hand to those who need it most. Last year Rae went in early to get her regular mammogram, she then received a call back. This was nothing unusual, as she had received call backs on prior occasions and there had never been a problem.

Rae headed into the city, she was planning on doing a bit of shopping and enjoying a coffee after her appointment. However, this callback was different from the others, Rae was diagnosed with Grade 3 invasive, aggressive breast cancer. There was no time for shopping or coffee that day, instead she underwent a 3D mammogram, an ultra sound and a biopsy, everything happened so quickly that day.

For the following two months Rae waited for her surgery, those months were some of the most stressful she had ever experienced. The wait seemed endless, finally on September 8th she underwent a mastectomy, her breast was removed and the cancer along with it. After six sessions of chemotherapy and a year of having Herceptin infusion’s every three weeks she is now back at Community House looking after others.

Since discovering she had breast cancer, Rae has been very vocal about her battle. This is important, by

being so open and honest about her cancer diagnosis Rae was able to build up a support network and encourage other women about the importance of a regular mammogram.

We asked Rae what advice she has for others; “Know your body, no one else knows your body as well as you do.”

“Stay positive, a positive attitude will make a difference.“

“Ask questions, especially if you are unsure about anything.”

“Get a regular mammogram, it may save your life.”

Rae has a range of information about Breast Cancer at Community House should you need it. She’s an amazing person and much loved member of our community. We wish Rae the best in her recovery and would like to express a massive thank you for sharing her story and her journey with us.

If you haven’t booked in for your regular mammogram, please go and do so, it saved Rae’s life and may save yours. Mammograms are free in New Zealand for all women aged 45 to 69 years. Contact BreastScreen Aotearoa on 0800 270200 or visit www.timetoscreen.nz and book yours today.

The amazing Rae Dozell outside Community House with her trusty vintage Humber

What do you say when someone has breast cancer?

A diagnosis of breast cancer is deeply upsetting and shocking – not just for the patient, but also for family, friends and workmates.

The person with the diagnosis may be contending with all sorts of feelings, such as fear, anxiety, anger and guilt. They may feel very raw and exposed and, therefore, more sensitive to comments than they usually would be.

Most of us would expect the person with the diagnosis to feel upset and frightened but may not expect anger or guilt, and yet these are very common feelings for patients to have. Often we feel un-equipped to deal with such bad news. Unwittingly, we might make it worse by saying the wrong thing. Sometimes, we say nothing at all, which can be just as hurtful.

Just to complicate matters it is important to think about how we communicate – such as our tone of voice. It is important not to underestimate the importance of non-verbal communication, for example, meeting somebody’s eye, or the impact of giving their hand a squeeze.

To help you find the right words, here are some frequently-repeated comments and a suggestion of what to say instead (and why):

“You’ll be fine!”

This is well meaning but prevents patients from being able to express their fears. Instead say: I’m so sorry to hear that. What a shock for you. I know that there have been a lot of improvements in breast cancer treatments. (Try to stay away from the word ‘progress’ because it is used in such a confusing way in cancer services – disease ‘progressing,’ for example.)

“I’d never do chemo/take Tamoxifen. They’re so toxic....”

It’s important to respect the patient’s choice regarding treatment and try not to impose your own beliefs. It is impossible for us to know what we really would do in that situation ourselves unless we have been in that position. Instead say: These treatments have been tried and tested, and really help people. They’re much less toxic than the cancer itself, and the medicines for stopping side effects are much better than they used to be.

“My friend/aunt/cousin died of breast cancer.”

Instead say: So many women live long lives after breast cancer these days thanks to improved treatments. We have to remember that, because it isn’t like it might have been 20 or 30 years ago.

“If you rub turmeric on your breast/eat asparagus/ live on raw, organic veges and juices, you can cure this.”

None of these have any scientific merit so don’t advise people about things you’ve read on the internet.

“What caused it? Maybe it’s because you drank out of plastic bottles/carried your phone near your breast/had too much stress in your life...”

Don’t blame the patient! Instead just agree that it’s unfortunately very common these days and little is known about the cause.

“Well, at least you can get a free boob job.”

Really?! Don’t even go there.

“If you need any help, let me know.”

Again, this is well-intentioned, but often people won’t ask for help even when they really need it. Try being more specific with your offer, e.g. How about I bring dinner on Monday or pick the kids up after school on Thursday?

If you have said any of these things to a loved one, you are not alone. Who amongst us has never made a comment that they then regret? If you think you might have inadvertently caused offence or hurt, say sorry!

Finally, a patient has offered this advice to other patients:

“If you’re on the receiving end of an unhelpful comment, understand that people are shocked and want to find a reason. Remember, we are fighting the disease, not people.

Breast cancer has hidden ramifications; often all we see is ‘glamorous’ women but often, after all the treatment has finished, most people still feel very vulnerable - the effects of treatment last for a long time!”

To find out more about what you can do to help visit https://www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/

All the giggles at Mapua

Three days out and the first tournament of the season at Mapua looked doubtful but somehow the rain stayed away and 36 ladies assembled in a variety of crazy outfits. The theme was “bright and shiny” for Giggle Day, a day of fun, friendship and camaraderie along with all the bling and glitter, sequins and stars.

Four games of bowls were played throughout the day but nothing was straightforward. Each game had an added challenge from joker rounds to double jacks.

There were plenty of spot prizes and any wrong bias resulted in

Dave Dillon, MC for the day, calling a halt to play and demanding a penalty from the offender!

None of this would have been possible without the generous sponsorship from Nelson Building Society and a stalwart team of male club members who kept the ladies fed and watered throughout the day. Sandwiches and nibbles for morning tea, delicious salads, ham, curried eggs and home-made bread for lunch and fruit and ice cream for tea. Who needs the bowling?!

When points were totted up at the end of play, three teams had won all four of their games so

placings were decided on number of ends won. The outcome was: -

First Place: Dianne Potts, Barbara McGregor and Kristine Greaney from United.

Second Place: Mary Orbell, Trish Cambell and Christine Hanton from stoke.

Third Place: Lesley Morris, Jenny Vaile and Alison Edwards from

NBS Motueka Golf

Saturday saw the men play an International Stableford, a format that managed to confuse almost everyone in the field! However on such a beautiful day it was not a concern. The competition was played in two grades;

A Grade

1st Grant Thorn 8 points

2nd Graham Shaw 6 points

3rd Allan Barbara 5 points

B Grade

1st Geoffrey Renshaw with an excellent 15 points

2nd Ian Pugh, continuing his recent good form, on 11 points

3rd Barry Riordan on 9 Points.

Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin; Joyce Bullock and Ben Holden

Twos were scored by Ben Holden, Ian Pugh, Graham Shaw, Richard Bullock, Keri Kotua, Grant Thorn and Kevin Armstrong who struck the jackpot scoring two.

The ladies played a Nett round, also in two grades;

A Grade was won by Donna Mitchell on 72

2nd Jacquie Martin 73

B Grade was won by Sandra Ilton on 68 2nd Joyce Bullock on 69

TUESDAY LADIES

Stoke.

The Mapua Club members are indebted to all of their sponsors and all of the bowlers who shared the fun of Giggle Day.

The 18 hole ladies played a 4Ball Best Ball. This was won by Robyn Frater and Dael Ray on a very good score of 63.

2nd Jacquie Martin and Anne Lawrence on 67. The nine hole ladies played a Stableford Competition.

A Grade

Helen James and Meredith Raynor both scored 17 points with Helen winning on Countback.

B Grade

This was won by Linda Chew on 18 points 2nd Verna Drummond on 17

Motueka Bridge

Handicap Results

The winning ladies team; Dianne Potts, Barbara McGregor and Kristine Greaney from United.

Here’s how you can help support our fundraiser in other ways:

 Check out our amazing online plant stall at https://ngatimoti-festivalplant-stall.company.site/

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$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 0274484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

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After a long battle with lymphoma, Allan finally found peace surrounded by his loving family, at the Nelson Hospice on 13th October 2021, aged 73. Dearly loved husband, soul-mate and fix-it-man for 53 years of Daphne. Cherished father and father-in-law of Jo and Rod, Tracey and Brent, and Donna and Brendon. Loved gromgrom of Jake, Sarah, Kate, Daniel, Cameron, Hayley, and Zac.A special thanks to The Doctors Motueka, the cancer support nurses at Motueka community hospital, and oncologist Dr Steve Delany. The family also wish to sincerely thank all the staff at Nelson Tasman Hospice for their exceptional care given to Allan, and the loving support extended to his family in his final days. Due to Covid restrictions a private family cremation has been held, a memorial service will be planned for a future date. The family acknowledges and thanks all those family and friends who have dropped off cards, food and flowers, the phone calls and messages, and offers of support.

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HAMILTON, ALLAN WAYNE

Passed away 13th October 2021, eldest son of Don and Joyce Hamilton, Riwaka (both deceased). Brother of Snoz and Jenny, Opunake (both deceased), Donald and Lesley, Stoke, and Graeme and Anne (NSW)

Dearly loved son of Ian and Adalyn, brother and big brother “Malcolm” to Kaleen, Jo, Chris and Sha, brother-in-law to Neil, Thomas, Paul and Tim, Uncle of Mathew and Mere, Gareth, Stefanie, Robert (deceased), Aled, Phillipa and Brad, Peter and Liz, great uncle to Anthony, Katie, Jack and Lily. He is missed!

Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz

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HANNEN Nookie

10.09.1957 to 15.10.2021

“Best friend I could ever have” Shas. Dearly loved and inspirational Dad of Jamie, Chloe, and father-in-law to Aaron. Great support to Amy, Lydia, Sophie; Ranger, Doods and Jesse. Poppa Nookie to Parker, Bentley, Willow; Bailee, Tylah, Maddison; Neela, McGuiness, Kainau and our precious baby to be. A rock for our family that has been taken. “To live in the hearts we leave behind, is not to die.” Nookies farewell will be held at Riwaka Rugby Grounds at 11am on Tuesday 19.10.2021.

Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz

Died peacefully after a short illness on 17 August 2021 during lockdown. A memorial service will be held for Helen on Saturday 30 October 2021 at 2.30pm at St James’ Anglican Church, 882 Waiwhero Road, Ngatimoti (near Motueka, Tasman).

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BIN HIRE

Skip Hire General or Green Waste

Rubbish Skips Available for:

• esidential • arden aste

• ndustrial • eneral clean ups

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Community Notices

HEAT PUMP SALES/INSTALLATION

MAINTENANCE

Phone: (03) 528 7362

Mobile: 027 252 6417

Specialise in multi split units i.e. 3 or more indoor units to 1 outdoor unit

Servicing Motueka for 40 years

CONSERVATION SERVICES

SMALL ENGINES

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Predator Control

Environmental Weed Control

Vegetation Planting

Wasp Control

Steve Holloway 027 5345 918 info@madconservation.co.nz www.madconservation.co.nz

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

AGE CONERN TEA & TALK. 24a Tudor Street

The Shed- Every Wednesday 10am more info phone 027-9214074

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

BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS

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

BETTER BREATHERS Class Motueka, held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Wharf Road, Mondays at 11.30am – 12.30pm. $5 per class. Contact Sue at the Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 4444708

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

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

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

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

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

GREYPOWERMOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve,

on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday

1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.\

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

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

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

co.nz

MANDALA ART THERAPY - a journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday 4pm - 6pm at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 koha for the room. Maddy 027 336 6300.

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

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

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

MOTUEKAMENZSHED Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka?

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

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

MOTUEKA TOASTMASTERS Like to speak with more confidence? Friendly, supportive environment. 1st and 3rd Weds, 6.45 - 8.30pm, St Johns rooms, Jack Inglis hospital grounds, 15 Courtney St, Motueka. Visitors welcome. More info email Tam: tortipon@gmail.com or ph 021 08738996

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 to book a ride, 24hrs notice required / mapuawheels@gmail.com

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137

RADIO CONTROLSAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

SURVIVORS 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

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

Mowers, Ride-ons Chainsaws

Line Trimmers Brush Cutters

Small Engines

ALL makes and models

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.

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

wanted to buy

L OO K ING TO BU Y

Shed items, garden tools, wheel barrow, estate, house clearout/ downsizing items. Ph Matt 021 178 2346

L OO K ING TO BU Y chainsaws and scrub cutter/weed eaters phone Matt 021 178 2346

CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES

SCRAP GOLD & SILVER

OLD COINS & JEWELLERY

VINTAGE / QUALITY

TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS

GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS

COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING

PH TIM GLADSTONE

T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

to lease

LONG TERM GRAZING

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

leave a mesage at 028 25500019

If you want to know more...

for sale

Organically Grown Plants

Peppers: 6 for $5

Tomatoes: 6 for $5

Herbs: $2.50

• Wide range of Vegies

• Free Professional Advice

• Organic Fertilizers

• Sweet Corn and Basil

• Parsley grown in pots

Open Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun Or by phone

Richard Grylls - 027 247 2242

5 Parker St, Motueka

I support the Salvation Army Foodbank

For the best deals!

TROLLEYS AT GATE ALL LABOUR WEEKEND

TREES, SHRUBS, PERENNIALS VEG & FLOWER PLANTS LOTS OF UNUSUAL SPECIES AND VARIETIES

50 Years Of Professional Growing Old Oaklands Nurseries Site 22 Aitkins Street Motueka

Open Almost Every Day 9am-6pm

public notice

Riwaka RFC Annual Golf Open

New Venue: Motueka Golf Course

When: Sunday 7th November

Start time: 10am Sharp

Registration: 9:30am

Four Person team - Ambrose Format

$15 per player

$60 per team

$150 per sponsored hole ( includes team entry)

Pre register your team

Contact Andy: 021 614915

Get in quick to secure your place.

All proceeds to the RRFC Refreshments and food available on course.

situations vacant

Aluminium Joiner

NuLook Tasman Bay is looking for an enthusiastic person to join their team as an apprentice aluminium joiner, an experienced aluminium joiner or applications of all levels will be considered.

The ideal applicant will:

• Produce a high standard of work with a good eye for detail

• Work well within a team or under your own initiative.

• Be physically fit as some heavy lifting required.

• Have a positive attitude, be willing to learn, reliable and punctual.

To apply contact Phil Phone: 027 439 1612 Email: admin@nulooktasmanbay.co.nz

situations vacant

Orchard Foreman

Permanent employment opportunity

We are looking for an experienced orchard foreman to join us.

The focus of this role is to assist with the management of T&G orchards within the Riwaka area to ensure production of high-quality apples.

You will need:

• A ini u o ve ears orc ard experience and pre era l a uali cation in orticulture

• Proven a ilit to supervise people to ac ieve positive outco es

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• elp lead t e orc ard tea providing leadership and managing daily operational activities

• Maintain and anage crop ealt and production

• eliver on &S and orc ard per or ance targets.

You will need reliable transport and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. Bach style acco odation is availa le or rent to t e suitable candidate.

Please appl online at www.tandg.global/careers

Alternativel contact our o ce on 3 2

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Motueka Senior Citizens Assn. Inc.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Friday Oct 29th 1pm

10 Pah St Motueka

Everyone welcome

Level 2 - masks until seated

Afternoon tea provided

motuekaseniorspresident@gmail.com

Phone: 021 2514359

SAVE TAURANGA BAY & NINE MILE

Westland

Nine Mile Beach, Cape Foulwind. -As this has been Publicly Notified our only chance of stopping it is through the submission and hearing process. PP PP Public Submissions are due 5pm this T ublic T ublic Tues 26th October ues ues 26th October - Email submissions to WCRC- rc@wcrc.govt.nz & also on behalf of applicant- heather.mckay@tprl.co.nz

-A Submission Pack is available from www.wcrc.govt.nz/services/consents-compliance/publicly-notified-consent-applications/current-publically-notified-consents/westland-mineral-sands-heavy-mineral-project-okari

-WMS are processing maybe up to 2.5 MILLION tonnes of sand and exporting up to 500,000 tonnes of HMC (Heavy Mineral Concentrate) to China up to the next 10 years and this HMC will be transported along Okari Road, through Tauranga Bay & Carters Beach on its way to Westport.

-Major safety concerns about the very narrow <5m wide Okari Road, and is not designed for large 40-50 tonne trucks passing appox every half hour day & night for next 10 yrs.

-Potential disturbance to wildlife and the environment...including Little Blue Penguins nesting along Nine Mile & Ta uranga Bay beach roadside.

-This will also have a significant negative impact on local tourism and accomodation businesses...and residential property prices for homes situated along the trucking route.

-HaveYHaveY HaveYHaveY Have Your Say...ACT NOW!! our NOW!! our Take the time, make the effort to consider a submission and let's keep our beautiful, quiet natural environment as it is for all to enjoy.

Mineral Sands Co. have lodged a Resource Consent Application with the Buller District Council for a proposed Mineral Sand Mining operation in the sand dunes behind the Oceanview Subdivision on Okari Road,

FROM BECOMING A 24/7 INDUSTRIAL MINE TRUCKING ROUTE - WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!

Tauranga Bay is one of the jewels of the ‘Untamed Natural Wildeness’ of the Buller District...and one of the prime recreational areas for locals and visiting tourists

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Labour Day services

Service centres and libraries: All service centres and libraries will be closed for the public holiday on Monday 25 October. Usual opening hours apply otherwise. We are always here to help when needed though, call 03 543 8400 for assistance, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Rubbish and recycling: There are no changes to the rubbish and recycling collections. All our Resource Recovery Centres will be open as normal.

Richmond bus service: The Richmond Loop service does not operate on public holidays. For updates on other bus services visit nbus.co.nz.

Last chance for rural sports funding

The Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund offers help with travel costs for rural sports clubs and rural school teams. The fund helps young people aged 5 – 19 participate in local sports competitions. It’s funded by Sport NZ, and we administer it locally on their behalf. This round of funding closes on Sunday 31 October. Head to tasman.govt.nz/grants to check out the funding guidelines and complete an application form.

New river level gauges

The Ministry for Primary Industries has agreed to fund up to three flood level instruments in the Motueka River catchment. These gauges will be targeted to landowner use, as well as providing additional flood information to the Council. They will be linked to our existing river gauge network, but will provide river level only, not flow, like the existing gauge in the Upper Aorere River at Salisbury Bridge.

The gauges are intended to allow the wider community to better manage their own flood risk as well as allowing us to monitor our infrastructure such as risks to bridges and roads.

They will be installed late this year or early next year after meetings this month to agree locations with the community.

Tell us your vision for the natural world

A draft Tasman BioStrategy – Te Mana o te Taiao ki te Tai o Aorere – has been released by a Working Group appointed by Tasman District Council and iwi representatives. The Working Group is now seeking feedback on the draft created through public discussion and submissions last year.

The BioStrategy sets regional goals and a pathway for restoration of air, land, freshwater and sea. It follows Te Mana o te Taiao: Aotearoa New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy in setting targets for protecting and restoring te Taiao (the natural world) up to 2050. The draft BioStrategy presents a grim picture of the current state of native biodiversity. It says that although the region has large integrated management programmes for pests, and major investment by national and local government and by citizens, further loss and extinction is inevitable without transformational change.

The vision for the future if action is taken is contrastingly upbeat. It envisages a natural world that is flourishing.

Feedback is open until 7 November 2021. For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/biostrategy. Please email all feedback to peter@phoenixfacilitation.co.nz.

Join your local youth council

The Tasman Youth Council is looking for new members for 2022. This is an excellent opportunity for young people who are passionate about their local community and want to make a positive difference in our region.

The role is also a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in politics and wants to learn how decisions are made and what role the community plays in these decisions.

Youth Councillors participate in conferences and hui, as well as organising projects that are important for young people. They advocate for youth issues and ideas and support infrastructure projects such as skate parks, street art, reserves, youth hubs and more. Anyone between 12 and 24 years old living in Tasman is welcome to join. There are four Youth Councils around the District – Golden Bay, Motueka, Murchison and Waimea.

Sign up online at tasmanyouthhub.co.nz/join.

CarFit course

Wednesday 27 October, 10.00 am – 2.00 pm, Motueka Recreation Centre Carpark, Old Wharf Road Motueka. Does your car fit you? Learn why the proper fit in your vehicle is essential for both your safety and the safety of others on the road. This session is a great follow up to the staying safe driving course. Please register with Age Concern by contacting Jackie MacIntyre on 03 544 7624 ext 4, 021 195 8108 or community@ageconcernnt.org.nz.

Clean Up Week starts on Monday 25 October

Did you know you can dispose of litter you collect at a community clean-up event for free at a Tasman Resource Recovery Centre? You’ll just need to complete a quick survey which can be found on the ‘Recycling and Rubbish’ page of our website, tasman.govt.nz.

A community clean up can be as small as a group of friends or a family heading down to their local beach or stream to collect litter; or as big as 100 people all working together across a large area.

Tasman Bay Guardians have resources on their website to help with planning your clean up. Register your clean up with them to get help with choosing an appropriate clean up location: tasmanbayguardians.org.nz.

You can also register your clean up event and order clean up kits on the Keep New Zealand Beautiful website: knzb.org.nz.

Apply now for arts funding!

COUNCIL HUI

Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom video conferencing. Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link.

Regulatory Committee

Thursday 21 October, 9.30 am.

Full Council

Thursday 21 October, 11.30 am.

Submissions Hearing

Wednesday 27 October, 9.30 am.

Operations Committee

Thursday 28 October, 9.30 am.

Audit and Risk Committee

Thursday 28 October, 1.30 pm. No public forum.

Joint Committee of Nelson City and Tasman District Councils

The Enviro Team cleans up

Our Environmental Health team marked World Environmental Health Day last month by joining our Harbourmaster and his deputy to clean up the Motueka Sandspit. The rubbish collection also coincided with preparations for the return of the Eastern bar-tailed godwits to the spit after their nonstop flight of more than 10,000 kilometres from Alaska. The team managed to collect 18 60L bags of rubbish.

Our Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running arts projects in Tasman. Creative Communities provides funding to support community involvement in the arts – music, theatre, festivals, mural painting, outdoor sculptures, art in public spaces, kapa haka, singing, art workshops and more. Applications are open until Wednesday 10 November. For more information and to complete an application form, visit tasman.govt.nz/creative-communities.

Tuesday 2 November, 9.30 am. No public forum.

Record crowd for Mapua Fun Run & Walk

Mapua turned on excellent running conditions on Saturday, bringing out a record crowd for the last of the Waimea Harriers Sprig & Fern 10km Fun Run and Walk Events for this year.

The race started and finished in the Mapua Reserve and participants enjoyed a variety of terrain including a circuit around Moreland Reserve, the beautiful coastal

walkway, a section of Aranui Road and the Ruby Bay cycleway. All 100 finishers, many challenging themselves to run or walk this distance for the first time, were winners when they crossed the finishing line, achieving their person goals and being congratulated by fellow participants.

However, special mention must be made of Hayden Squance,

who blitzed the field of runners, finishing in 34.46mins, a great time on a course with so much ‘off-road’ surface.

Maryann Cant also deserves acknowledgement for her very fine effort leading the women home in another fast time of 43.26mins, over two minutes ahead of her nearest rival.

Steve Pauling was the fastest of the walk-

The Nelson / Tasman Winter running Programme for 2021 is drawing to a close, with just two Events remaining: the Dam Run on October, 23 and the Wakefield Trail Run on October, 30.

ers, with Eileen Beattie the first woman home.

Runners make their way out of the Mapua Reserve at the race’s start.

Hayden Squance, the winner of the race.