Wednesday 21 August 2024
Leaky museum roof to be fully replaced
ELISE VOLLWEILER
Motueka’s museum staff are looking forward to putting away their mops and buckets after the coun-
cil passed a motion earlier this month to replace the building’s leak-prone roof.
Chris Sutton, who is the chair of the Motueka Museum Trust
12 hours
dancing
SARA HOLLYMAN
Toe-tapping and a lot of laughs over 12 hours has raised more than $20k for Hospice.
Sue Wilson of Sioux Line Dancing NZ, along with her partner Danuta Newport, are the driving force behind the annual Dance-a-thon, which this year had a target to raise of $15k.
Sue, who has been a dance teacher in Motueka, Māpua and Richmond for 30 years, says right through her line dancing career they’ve always had a fundraiser for something.
“Each year we’d choose a different thing, and in 2017 we decided Nelson Tasman
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Board, says that the board is appreciative of the allocation of $120,000 which will be used to “finally address the problem”.
In 2014, the Tasman District
Council commissioned a report from an independent building inspector, which detailed the condition of the roof, spouting and flashings, and Chris says that a
replacement roof has been a long time coming.
“The
Louise Busson, left, with Dance-a-thon organisers and Motueka locals Danuta Newport and Sue Wilson, alongside Judith Bethell. Photo Chey Habib.
Leaky museum roof to be fully replaced
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been dealing with leaks for far too long,” she says.
“Every time there is heavy rain, the TDC staff have to be called out to address a new leak or to patch up an existing leak.”
She says that, in the interim, the museum staff have to scramble to protect artefacts, displays or exhibitions.
“It is a fiscally responsible decision to replace the roof as the patch-ups are just that.
“We are hoping the leaks will no
longer be an issue and the staff can safely put the buckets and mops away. One of our main responsibilities as a museum is to save artefacts for the next generation, and therefore they must be treated, stored and protected correctly.”
The motion was passed at the TDC’s meeting on 1 August, with the work to be completed this year. The councillors agreed that the roof should be fully replaced, rather than the original 80 per cent which had been mooted. The funding is to come from the TDC’s Museum Operational Budgets from 2023/2024 and 2024/2025.
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The council minutes note that “the new roof cladding would reduce the pressure on future maintenance and renewal funding”.
The museum has a long history of leaky rooves. In a copy of The Colonist dated May 1914, Chris discovered that the Nelson Education Board reported that the chief inspector “had been drawn to several bad leaks in the new school at Motueka”. The
12 hours on the dance floor
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Hospice is where our support needs to be.”
Since 2017, the group of dancers have donated more than $70,000 to hospice through diffferent fundraisers, and in 2022, they held the first 12hour dance-a-thon which raised just over $15k.
“It was when they were looking at the new hospice, we thought we can help out. We didn’t
want to be putting money into bricks and mortar, we wanted the money in the community so people can stay at home for longer,” Sue says.
She says Saturday’s event, which ran at Club Waimea from 9am to 9pm, was a fantastic day with a lot of laughs. They had hoped to exceed the 2022 figure.
Ran almost like a telethon, the fundraiser board was updated a few times throughout
the day, while more than 100 dancers took to the floor at different times.
Sue says when the final figures were put up, from back-tofront at around 8.50pm, she was in disbelief. $20,181.
Prior to the event, Sue said it would be a hard ask with everyone having to watch their money in the current climate.
“I was overwhelmed and felt quite emotional,” Sue says of the final figure. “Last time the
funds enabled us to purchase syringe drivers which hospice said they really needed, which is to administer medication.” They are hoping to meet with Hospice this week to figure out what ‘wish-list’ items they can provide with the funds.
“They work so hard for the money,” she says of the local hospice. “Being able to do things like this and raise that kind of money, it really does touch your heart.”
“new school” replaced a wooden structure, which had been built in 1866. The new brick building was later to become utilised as the Motueka Museum, opening its doors to the public in 1987.
Motueka Museum Board Trust Chris Sutton says that the museum staff are pleased that the entire roof is to be replaced later this year. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.
Cyclists still feel unsafe despite new cycleways
MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter
Only 41 per cent of Tasman residents feel safe when cycling, despite extensive council investment into new cycleways.
This is in stark contrast with the proportion of residents who felt safe when driving (85 per cent) or walking (73 per cent).
The data was gathered as part of Tasman District Council’s resident satisfaction survey, which had a margin of error of 4.9 per cent. The proportion of residents who felt safe when cycling was down 5 points from 2023’s results, and well-under the council’s target of achieving 70 per cent.
This is despite the installation of a network of dedicated cycleways as part of the Streets for People programme which focused on Richmond roads, as well as Māpua’s Aranui Rd.
Other investments have also been made, such as additional investments into the Great Taste Trail in the Motueka Valley and shared path upgrades in Pōhara.
Some councillors lamented the results, with Mike Kininmonth saying the data was “very very disappointing”.
“From a bang for buck [perspective], we’re not getting the return that we would hope.”
However, senior policy advisor Brylee Wayman said that when the data was viewed by ward, “it does seem to reflect some of the investment that’s been done in Richmond”.
Richmond ward residents felt the safest when cycling, at 48 per cent, followed by Motueka (44 per cent), Moutere-Waimea (38 per cent), Lakes-Murchison (34 per cent), with Golden Bay residents feeling the least safe when cycling at 26 per cent.
The installation of separated cycleways on several Motueka streets were also deferred last
year after significant community opposition.
The survey also revealed that there was a decrease in resident satisfaction with cycleways, from 68 per cent in 2023 to 53 per cent in 2024, with dissatisfied respondents highlighting the loss of car parking and cycle lane layouts.
Councillor Glen Daikee expressed concern about the questions on cycling being asked to people who weren’t cyclists.
“My worry would be, if you ask someone and they’re not a cy-
clist, you might just end up with a vote on how much they dislike cycleways.”
Council officers attributed some of the dissatisfaction to the district undergoing a “culture change” about cycling and having to learn etiquette on how to treat cyclists on the road.
Beyond cycling, the survey showed that 71 per cent of residents were satisfied with the council’s overall performance, just down on last year’s 73 per cent. When compared to overall satisfaction rates from other similar councils’ 2023 resident surveys, Tasman led the pack, beat-
ing out neighbours Nelson and Marlborough, as well as Kāpiti, Napier, and New Plymouth. Residents also had high satisfaction with the council’s recreational facilities, libraries, three waters, and kerbside recycling, which all scored over 85 per cent satisfaction. Satisfaction with footpaths has now reached the council’s goal of 70 per cent after almost three-decade lows in 2021 and 2022.
The ever-present bugbear of roading remained steady on 45 per cent satisfaction, but increases have been made to the council’s road maintenance budgets which is hoped to begin to address the community’s roading concerns. The survey was conducted during a period of significant roadworks and layout adjustments in Richmond.
The survey reflected the views of a sample of 400 randomly-selected residents that was representative of Tasman’s demographics in age, location, and gender.
Investment in streets like Māpua’s Aranui Rd were not enough to make cyclists feel safe. Photo: Supplied/TDC. Councillor Mike Kininmonth wondered if the cycle projects weren’t getting “bang for buck”. Photo: Max Frethey.
Two in a row for Motueka’s Mitre 10
ELISE VOLLWEILER
Mitre 10 Motueka is nailing it. The store has scooped a coup this month, winning the ‘Store of the Year’ award for the second year in a row.
Their win was announced at Mitre 10’s annual gala, held this year in Hamilton. It followed a weeklong trade expo.
Owners David and Maria Richards say that after last year’s win their aim has been to “keep improving and maintain that standard”.
“Our goal is always to strive for excellence, both with our store and with our community,” Dave explains.
He says they work hard to create a culture that drives a “family feel” within the business, and “doing the little things consistently” is the key.
This means showing appreciation, offering encouragement, and saying thank you to their staff.
Their unofficial store theme this year has been “doing more for ‘24” – and this isn’t just about sales.
More respect, more fun and more integrity are also strong messages that David and Maria like to see
shine through – and they try to lead by example.
Maria says that David is never behind a locked door.
“He’s on the floor, and doesn’t generally expect the team to do anything he wouldn’t do himself,”
she says.
When the store was announced as one of the three finalists, this
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year alongside Opotiki and Fielding, the team quickly picked up on the excitement and rose to the challenge.
“Everyone just pulled together and worked incredibly hard,” Maria summarises.
The pair say that since Covid, each year has had its challenges – lockdowns, supply shortages, sickness and the soaring cost of living – and the team faces the challenges by “positively looking forward”.
All stores are judged across seven measures, including customer feedback, team engagement, financials, stock-holding
and inventory, and store benchmarks. The data is gathered throughout the year, and the data is fed back to the teams.
The finalists are announced across a number of different categories – including Garden Centre, Trade, and Store of the Year awards, and a team of head office executives make an unscheduled visit for final judging.
The judges acknowledged the Motueka store’s success despite “today’s challenging trading environment”.
Their feedback spoke of the excellence within each department and commended the staff’s product knowledge and enthusiasm.
“Upon entering the store, you
immediately sense the team’s dedication and pride resonating throughout every corner.”
Those corners are about to expand a little further, as David and Maria have just taken over the Wakatū lease for the recently-closed Antonius European Bakery, which sits on the northwest corner of the Mitre 10 building.
Their plan, pending council consents, is to expand their garden centre by 30 per cent to introduce “more stock [and] more amazing colour”.
Demolition is to start this week, and they are hoping to have the work finished by February next year.
Mitre 10 owners Maria and David Richards with their children, Bradley and Rebecca, who are also Mitre 10 team members. Photos: Supplied.
WHAT A BLOOMING LOT OF STITCHES: The Crafty Tarts have been stitching up a storm for the upcoming Daffodil Day, held this year on Friday 30 August. The team of 40 members have gathered for myriad working bees over the past few months, crafting aprons, bunting, shopping bags, tissue holders, bookmarks and little comfort wiggle worms. The group was asked to get creative by the Cancer Society Nelson Tasman, and the sewers were more than happy to help this cause. All funds raised from the sales will stay in the local area to support cancer patients and their families. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.
Dancers take the stage
Ten locals are preparing for a huge journey, training for the 2025 NBS Dancing for a Cause which will return to Trafalgar Centre in May next year. Waimea Weekly introduces Ed Shuttleworth and Steph Collett.
So, I am Ed. I have the most incredible wife Olivia and two beautiful and inspirational children, Florence and Hugo. Olivia is a nutritionist and the best mum and wife.
As a family we love to be in the mountains, on adventures and just making the most of our beautiful region. I love the hills and running, and have been known to do a few stupidly long runs. If a challenge scares me then I try to always say ‘yes’. To be clear, dancing very much scares me. I have the privilege of being the chief executive of Sport Tasman. We exist to ensure no child misses out on physical activity. It is my dream job and I feel very lucky to be involved in such important and impactful work. The opportunity to raise essential funds for Hospice is an honour.
Māpua
School gets into the Christmas spirit
the customers who might like to buy them, and how much of their own money they would need to put into the ideas to get them off the ground.
“It was really fun to work in a team and develop a product that we could be proud to sell,” she says.
Hi my name is Steph and I am so excited to be part of the NBS Dancing for a Cause journey. I am married to Jason and we have three amazing adult children, Sophie, Toby and Samson. I work with Jason in our business Telfer Electrical Wholesalers that we have had for 14 years. I have wanted to be involved with Dancing for a Cause since it first started in Nelson as I love dancing and performing but I am also so passionate about giving back to the community. I saw firsthand the amazing job Hospice does when my mother-in-law spent time there last year. The care and support she received was second to none.
Māpua School has given a huge funding boost to a local Christmas charity, which works to ensure that every child gets a visit from Santa. The students have raised more than $2161.90 towards The Christmas Project, which last year arranged presents and snacks for more than 200 children throughout the district.
The students made a range of goods that were sold at their Matariki Market late last term. These included bottle rocket car sets, lip balms, candles, kaleidoscopes and chopping boards.
Twelve-year-old Kate says that they had consider the products they could make,
Principal Sharon Prestidge says that the project fitted with their technology focus for term two. The research-and-development phase also gave the children plenty of practise of one of the school’s new values: resilience.
She says it was great for the children to have an awareness that everyone’s world was not the same as theirs, “but they can make a difference”.
Although there are still many weeks until Christmas, Tarmra Heal-Palmer is well aware that the countdown weighs heavily on many local families. She founded The Christmas Project nine years ago, delivering presents and snacks to families who were struggling to afford them.
There are already about 150 children on this year’s Christmas list, and Tarmra is expecting the need to increase to more than 300.
“We have a different demographic that’s added this year with Mum and Dad not being able to make ends meet, let alone even think about Christmas.”
She says The Christmas Project is also there to support people who need a small
hand up, as she has heard a lot of parents saying that they thought they would be okay this year, only to be stymied by interest rates, food prices and rates.
Donations of new items will be able to be dropped off at Westrupp Jewellers and the Motueka Vehicle Testing Station as of late October, and donations are welcome at any time to The Christmas Project bank account at 03 069300975 001.
Tarmra says that it will cost an estimated $15,000 to fill the need this year, and Māpua School’s donation is a huge step towards ensuring that “no child is left wondering why Santa didn’t come”. She says that there are no words to describe the gift.
ELISE VOLLWEILER
Tarmra Heal-Palmer is blown away by the support from Māpua School, who have fundraised more than $2000 towards The Christmas Project. Photo: Elise Vollweiler.
Ed Shuttleworth
Steph Collett
Life membership in the net
GORDON PREECE
Something of a big fish with a shoal of seafood industry experience has reeled in a Life Membership Award at the sector’s recent annual conference.
Motueka’s Doug Saunders-Loder was humbled by the honour for his four decades in the sector, lauded for his contributions and directorship on numerous industry boards, which are a testament to his “tireless efforts” and “unwavering dedication”.
“His exceptional rapport with stakeholders, including fishermen, media and industry peers, has cemented his reputation as a respected advocate and go-to expert,” the judges said.
Doug first cast himself into the industry as a cray fisher off the Wairarapa Coast fresh from school, before anchoring at Talley’s in around 1985, and has remained at the company since. He’s also been the New Zealand Federation of Commercial Fishermen’s president for 21 years and chairs the Challenger Scallop Enhancement Company, which is working to revive the local scallop industry, and the South Island-based quota-holding company, Challenger FinFish Management, which was recently amalgamated with Seafood New Zealand.
“I think the quota management system has to be embraced, it’s sadly misunderstood at times, we don’t do a good job of educating the public about that, it’s not perfect, but in the context of managing New Zealand’s fisheries it really is an outstanding system,” he says.
“Look at the snapper fishery in Tasman and Golden Bay at the moment, currently looking from a scientific perspective it’s better than it was in the 70s when the commercial sector arguably destroyed it.
“It’s not just about the levels of quota, it’s also how you manage
to essential strategic planning and branding for a school of seafood entities.
“Nelsonians should be very proud of the seafood sector that we have here, and the number of awards we won this year is testament to the fact we are the New Zealand capital of the blue economy,” she says.
Nelson-based FV Mako skipper and founder of tech company Advanced Conservation Solutions, Dom Talijancich, reeled in the hotly-contested Future Adaptation Award for his company’s development of a tool to take sustainable fishing practices “to the next level”.
it and that’s about data management and investment in science, so I think if I was proud of anything, I think it’s being part of the quota management system.”
While Doug appreciates “when you get your life membership that means you’re coming to the end of [your service],” he’ll continue fishing for industry solutions.
“The New Zealand fishing industry is in pretty good heart, but we do ourselves a disservice because we don’t educate the public more on what we do… there’s a lot of rhetoric about bottom trawling and things of that nature which is simply untrue,” he says.
“The people we speak to about things fishing are actually really enthusiastic at what we’ve got to say, so we need to do more of that.”
Publik Agency managing director Emma Thompson landed the Champions of Women in Seafood Award for her contributions
The “DeepSet” system combines an underwater camera, advanced species recognition software, and real-time data transmission to enable more selective and responsible fishing methods, allowing commercial fishers to make informed decisions and reduce bycatch. The system also steers the course for shorter tows, meaning less contact with the seabed. Dom says one unit has been trialled on multiple Nelson and Motueka-based vessels for over two years, and the company was hunting for funds to distribute multiple units and have a more widespread trial campaign.
“With the increasing regulatory pressures on the industry… we need better tools to mitigate unlimited bycatch from our nets.” Seafood behemoth Sealord won the Future Adaptation Award for its carbon, plastic and water use reduction.
Its chief executive, Doug Paulin, says the company had reduced its carbon footprint by 24 per cent, with 27,000 tonnes of carbon diminished.
“When we say that sustainability is important to us, we really mean it. We have three to five-year targets that apply to the whole business, to reduce carbon emissions, minimise water usage, reduce landfill and maximise recycling.”
Doug Saunders-Loder was humbled upon receiving his Life Membership Award for his four decades in the seafood sector. Photo: Shaun Ross Photography.
Local Shakespearian actor back to school
FIONA NELSON
After returning from his performance at the Globe Theatre in London, Ngahere Hedlund is enthusiastic about what lies ahead for him as an actor.
Ngahere was one of 25 budding Kiwi actors who were selected to attend the Youth Shakespeare Company in London, and one out of two selected from this region.
“It was awesome,” Ngahere says. “Great to work in a professional situation, and work with professional directors, and to learn from the tutors we had.”
In addition, Motueka local Ngahere says that travelling and working together deepened the connections and friendships the group of students have with each other and tightened their network.
Every year Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand (SGCNZ) holds regional festivals around the country, and the top pieces are sent to the national competition in Wellington. Last year 40 students were chosen to attend the National Schools Shakespeare Production, a week-long preparation of extracts directed by some of the best directors in the country. From that, 25 students were then selected to travel to London this year to attend workshops and perform on the stage at London’s Globe Theatre.
The Kiwi students spent a week rehearsing a 45-minute production of William Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’, a comedy written about 1598-99.
This was performed at the Globe Theatre’s Midnight Matinee.
Ngahere was able to learn about the process of putting on a performance, visit the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon and see a number of performances.
With family and friends, he was able to do a little sightseeing also, visiting iconic places such as Buckingham Palace and Royal Albert Hall. Back at school, Ngahere is busy finishing Year 13.
He is hoping to audition for Toi WhakaariNew Zealand Drama School in Wellington next year, and he will also be applying to study theatre at Victoria University.
Ngahere Hedlund of Motueka plays Benedick in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at the Globe Theatre, London. Photo: Supplied.
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Local History
1877 flood brings devastation - Part 1
The days of 5 and 6 February 1877 remained in the memories of the residents in the country settlements as the most disastrous flood they had experienced since arriving in the district. The great flood of 1868 had inflicted some serious damage but paled in comparison to the 1877 flood.
Three days of heavy rain had caused flooding, enough that many residents were evacuated from their homes by boat and multiple homes were swept away by the flooding rivers and developing slips.
For those who lived in the vicinity of the Motueka River, it was unsafe for them to remain. John Staples, R Staples, Mr Rumbold, Mrs Davison and Mr and Mrs Auty were some of those in the area who were removed from their homes. The Auty’s were be-
ing taken away by boat when it capsized in the river, but remarkably they were saved by taking shelter on the top of a tree.
For some time, there was no communication with the outlying country settlements but when word did come through the worst was realised. Many areas had suffered great damage and loss. Heartrending accounts from the various areas slowly filtered in.
One farmer lost the whole of his flock of between 200 and 300 sheep, which, for him meant complete ruin. Another witnessed the complete destruction of his orchard and garden, on which he had spent a large amount of money, time, and labour, this being his livelihood.
In the Upper Motueka Valley, Mr Francis Rolet’s horse drowned in Norris Gully as he was attempting to come down in his dray, and he had great difficulty in saving
Auty thanks her rescuers, Nelson Evening Mail March 1877.
himself. The whole of his load was washed away and lost, except for a plough.
Haycock’s, Spicer’s, Sutherland’s, and Burrows’ homes were swept away, and other houses shifted off their piles.
Pangatotara was left a desolate wilderness, its chapel and schoolhouse being washed away, and the roads left in ruins, as too were the Brooklyn Valley roads. Rescue attempts at Pangatotora were fraught with danger with one at-
tempt almost ending in disaster as a family was being shifted to safety and some falling into the water, but luckily avoided being drowned.
On the property owned by Mr Holder the lower storey of the house was entirely under water, the rooms filled almost to the ceiling with mud. The land was completely covered with mud, sand, and fallen timber. The Pangatotara cemetery was devastated, graves being washed away,
headstones removed, and the ground covered with mud and other debris. On Mrs Heath’s farm all the low-lying land was rendered worthless, and two horses drowned.
Mr Haycock’s house, stockyard, and outbuildings were carried away, nothing left to show where they once stood.
In all, 23 families living in the Pangatotora sub district lost all or part of the properties, possessions and livelihood.
At Ngatimoti the destruction of property was great and the scene was one of devastation. Mr White was one of the biggest sufferers with almost all of his farm being submerged in water. The roads in the district were destroyed, leaving families isolated and destitute.
The thunder that accompanied the storm was so loud that some recalled that their houses shook.
Breakthrough joint cream a hit
Murray, a small business owner, loves his walks and gardening. He enjoys staying active and mobile, despite the little niggles and challenges that come with age.
“I wouldn’t say I’m overly active, but I don’t want to be restricted by my mobility,” Murray explained.
With young grandchildren to keep up with, Murray has a “new appreciation” for the importance of supporting healthy joint function and soothing them when required.
“Like most of us, I’ve had knee and ankle injuries over the years. Whenever that happens, you really see the importance of our joints and the independence that they give us.”
Looking to keep up, Murray was looking at ways to ensure his joints and muscles receive the best support possible.
“I want to be able to play and stay active with my grandkids and great-grandkids.”
Around this time Murray was told about Koru FX, a breakthrough New Zealand made joint and muscle support cream.
Initially sceptical, he decided to give it a try because it was locally made and a natural solution.
“I was given the product by my
son. He thought it would help my knees. I was sceptical, but I’d seen Judy Bailey, and dozens of other people recommending Koru FX cream.”
Even with the thousands of customer reviews, Murray believes it’s important to try it for yourself.
“I tried it for myself and was impressed at just how quickly I
noticed it getting to work.”
“I take my time to review things but I found Koru FX is fast-acting, long-lasting, and natural, as advertised so I’m happy to support it.”
“Don’t take my word for it. I recommend you try it for yourself to see if it’s right for you.”
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A lifelong match built on understanding
Awesome! Neville helped me put the roof on my first house and lent me his work light so I could work at night. Always supporting people to get ahead.
Lorimar Albert
I really loved your story in our local Motueka paper. So heartwarming to hear positive stories from a children’s home.
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A very good article about your life. Our family was aware of your move to Motueka. We are confronted with challenges all our life and it is very heartening know that you all pulled through and came out stronger. Well done coz.
John Greaney
Congratulations, you two for all the kind help you have given others. Whakarewa may not have ideal, but some very good young men came from there and are a credit to themselves and their carers.
Margaret Bird
A Blessing to many, true salt & light to the world.
Ken Nicholls
Just last night found photos of us kids in a go cart you had. (Ron and Jean Way).
Sharon Dennis
What a lovely, feel-good story with a
happy ever after.
Nicole Sutherland
Awesome story and wonderful couple.
Keren Barcas
These two are of some of the most caring and beautiful people I have ever met.
Gina Jones Walsh
What a lovely story. Congratulations on your very successful life journey together and apart.
Donna Wells
Love this story. Was truly a great mentor and male figure in my life growing up while completing my building apprenticeship under the eye of Neville and Carolyn.
Matt Watene
The Greaney family is an amazing family!! Neville and Carolyn fostered/cared for me for a year when I was a teenager. It was a privilege to be a part of their big extended family for the time that I was.
Jace Arnold
Loved reading this story. Richard taught with brother Keith. We were delighted when he became a lecturer at Massey University.
Joyce Bullock
Golden Bay hammers home
Bloody awesome guys, keep up the great work.
Bill Nicholls
Tarnae whooop whoop!! So awesome guys.
Bec’s Greaney
Congratulations team, wonderful store, selection and service.
Golden Bay Mohua NZ
Congratulations, in difficult times! Well done.
Diane Taylor
Well done… Your shop is always a “go to” when we go over to the Golden Bay... love it. We have many purchases from there that are “just what we wanted”, and give good memories of our “Bay holidays”.
Susan Bensemann
Congratulations, well deserved for service supreme. We love shopping with you when we come over from Nelson.
Robert Bruce
Wow that’s massive. Congratulations, guys. Hard work pays off at Hammer Hardware.
Duncan Renwick
Robin Hocking Motueka
A cut above for rural women
ELOISE MARTYN
Upper Moutere was vibrant with activity as 65 women from various parts of Tasman gathered for Beef + Lamb New Zealand AgriGals ‘A Cut Above’ ladies’ day earlier this month.
“It was a fantastic day, filled with a wonderful atmosphere, shared with like-minded women,” Amanda Henderson, based on the Tākaka hill from Beef + Lamb New Zealand, remarks.
“The local B+LNZ Farmer Council indicated a significant demand for such an event, and the feedback confirmed its importance.”
This event on 8 August was designed to celebrate and support Tasman’s vibrant rural community, by offering a perfect blend of upskilling, cooking, and socialising. Guest speaker Philippa Cameron, known for her role as station cook at Ōtemātātā Station in Central Otago and as an author and popular figure on social media under ‘What’s for Smoko’, shared insights into her experiences as a mother to sixth-generation children on the farm.
She discussed their sheep and merino operations on their extensive 40,000-hectare property, including a unique 30-day sharing arrangement.
Philippa also provided cooking ‘hacks’ and emphasised the importance of promoting farming through compelling stories. She finished off by making delicious scones which were enjoyed by all.
Motueka-born and raised Hannah Kelly gave a live butchery demonstration on a whole sheep, captivating and inspiring many with her skills.
Hannah, a qualified chef, is part of her family’s business ‘Kellys Homekill and Butchery’, and has a wide range of skills such as breaking down animals from standing in the paddock to the hot plate.
“It was really cool to see Hannah’s butchery demonstration, she
made it look very easy, lots of us were fascinated with it,” Amanda says.
Two carloads travelled the journey from Golden Bay to the event, all agreeing it was worthwhile, and were pleasantly surprised to receive petrol vouchers for their dedication and travel time.
“It was an opportunity for all the gals to relax, socialise and connect with other rural ladies. Lunch was delicious and there were some incredible prizes given out,” Amanda says.
“We have some planning underway and are hoping to host more future events like this for Tasman.”
ED THYNNE
Tarsh Newport, Philippa Cameron, Lorelei Patterson, Del Bruce, Amanda Henderson and Hannah Kelly at the Upper Moutere ‘A Cut Above’ hosted by Beef + Lamb New Zealand. Photo: Supplied.
Motueka-born and raised Hannah Kelly gave a live butchery demonstration on a whole sheep, captivating and inspiring many with her skills. Photo: Supplied.
Motupipi School students
Young Motupipi environmentalists help with golf club regeneration
ELISE VOLLWEILER
Motupipi School students have been plunging their spades into the sandy soil of the Tākaka Golf Club to help restore the area’s native bush.
The group of 25 children spent the morning planting 1100 trees earlier this month, as a joint project with the golf club and environmental educators Tasman Bay Guardians (TBG). TBG’s Caz Gray, who presents the organisation’s Wai Connection programmes, says that the planting day followed on from the school’s engagement in the Whitebait Connection last term. She reckons the eight-to-ten year olds approached the project with
great enthusiasm, whipping through the planting of the manuka, akeake, kowhai, coprosma and harakeke.
She says the regeneration will help to create a native corridor that will stabilise the land, as well as providing habitat for the lizards and wading birds that live around the estuary.
The school has a history with the nine-hole golf club, having assisted with the planting of 4500 native trees about a decade ago.
The trees were planted on parts of the course that is not currently in play, and greenskeeper Dave Win says that this will reduce the need for mowing – and therefore the course’s carbon footprint.
Also, he says, “native trees look a hell of a lot better
than stinky gums and pines”.
“I was just so impressed with the kids and the parents and helpers.
“I thought if we could plant 400 trees, that would be quite good, but we’d done that in an hour and a half,” he laughed, adding that he had gathered another 700 trees for the working bee participants to carry on with.
A links course is a type of golf course typically found in coastal areas and characterized by natural terrain that has been shaped by wind, rain and the sea. The terrain is firm and well-draining, and while this makes the planting easy, it also means that the trees need to be well-mulched to ensure they survive.
Kaia Boyers and Maia Kraal, both 8, got stuck into some native tree planting at the Tākaka Golf Club earlier this month. Photo: Supplied.
Tired of Solitaire? Come and Connect Four
ELISE VOLLWEILER
Are you the type to hide your battleships around the edges, or do you plonk them audaciously in the centre? Does your vocabulary include a lot of Z-words, or are you dumping those tiles for a 3:1 switch? And do you like pouring your resources into pursuing the Longest Road, or do you chance your luck on Development Cards?
No matter what your board game personality, Sjors Brouwer and his daughter Sanne Appleby have something in their stash that will get your dice rolling.
Sjors and Sanne are bringing their board-game enthusiasm to the Motueka Library-Te Noninga Kumu, with free sessions on Fridays from 3.30pm onwards.
The pair are board-game afficionados, with both qualifying for the New Zealand National Catan Championship in Wellington earlier this year.
Sjors says that the boardgame bug is now deeply imbedded, and the family would like to share this with more Motueka players. Their inventory includes several versions of Catan, Chess, Scrabble, Bananagrams, Dragon Realm, Boggle, Battleship, Chi-
Father-and-daughter duo Sjors Brouwers and Sanne Appleby are bringing their board-game passion
Supplied.
nese Checkers, Cluedo, Risk, Stratego, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Rummikub, Game of Life,
Monopoly, Connect Four and Carcassonne, as well as all the classics. People are also welcome
to bring their own. All ages are welcome, although they ask that children under the age of 10 have
a supervising adult.
The first board game session is this Friday, 23 August, at 3.30pm.
to the Motueka Library. Photo:
NBS Motueka Golf Club Results
Ladies 9 Holes Stableford Tuesday 13 August
1st Lorraine Moorhead 18
2nd Raeleen Donaldson 17 3rd Melva Webby 17
Mens Veterans Nett Wednesday 14 August
1st Mike Malone 71 2nd Kevin Beach 72 3rd Alan Barbara 72 Pah
the pin
Men Rudi Aldworth
Ladies Diane Strong
Ladies Ryder Cup
1st Shona Johnson and Fay Lloyd 65
2nd Jan Overall and Yvonne Stevenson 67
Returning wrestling championships pinned down
GORDON PREECE
“They come along and all of a sudden they’re the biggest fans”.
A popular Richmond establishment will once again ding-ding for bloodsport this Saturday with 14 decorated professional wrestlers from both New Zealand and offshore vying for coveted titles.
Richmond wrestler Duncan “Brook Duncan” McDougall says the Valiant Pro All Star Wrestling event at Club Waimea in 2023 was a “great success” with around 400 spectators submitting to witness the bloodsport in the region. He, along with Nelson’s “The New Zealand Dream” Luke Clementson and Blenheim’s “The Kiwi Bomber” Taylor Adams, hope for similar scenes this year, particularly more audience members who have been less exposed to live wrestling.
“The main thing is that we fill out Club Waimea and that people enjoy a good night out of entertainment, especially people that have never seen live wrestling before,” he says.
“I’m yet to come across someone that’s come to one of our events and gone, ‘not very good’, everyone says ‘oh, when’s the next one’. They come along and all of a sudden they’re the biggest fans.”
Duncan says the titles up for grabs include the Welling-
Heritage Championship, which is currently held by “The Beast” Jade Priest and the New Zealand All Star Wrestling Championship, which is currently held by Pauly Spitfire.
He says Sal’s Pizza vouchers for the crowd will also be obtainable in one match.
Duncan, who also plays for Marist Saints, and keeps “ring ready” while also caring for his newborn, says a 20 per cent discount is again in play this year for all readers of the
Richmond wrestler Duncan ‘Brook Duncan’ McDougall retained the New Zealand All Star Wrestling title at last year’s event.
paper, using the code PAPER20 at checkout.
Fixtures: Match 1. “The New Zealand Dream” Luke Clementson vs UK Superstar Ringo Ryan.
Match 2. Chad Howard vs Rangi (Sal’s Pizza 2 for 1 match).
Match 3. Big Frank vs Kyuss vs Jamie Tagataese vs mystery opponent (four-way elimination match to determine the number one contender for the New Zealand All Star Wrestling Championship).
Match 4. “The Beast” Jade Priest (champion) vs “Te Tahi” Vinny Dunn (challenger) for the Wellington Heritage Championship.
Match 5. “Kiwi Bomber” Taylor Adams vs Chalky Murdoch.
Match 6. Pauly Spitfire (champion) vs Brook Duncan (challenger) for the New Zealand All Star Wrestling Championship. Valiant Pro: All Star Wrestling, Club Waimea, 24 August, 5-8pm, tickets at Eventfinda.
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Photo: Chris Symes/Shuttersport.
Community Notices
MONDAY
MOTUEKA ELYSIUM Mon, 9.30am, Muses Café. For Widows and Widowers. Join us for coffee and chat, friendship, and support. Ph: Carol 035285027.
WOULD YOU LIKE A BIKE? Bike Hub Nelson accepts donations of good used bikes, fixes them up and gives them away for a small koha. 142 Saxton Rd. Mon, 5.30-7pm. For other opening times and a map e: bikehubnelson@gmail.com.
MOTUEKA BETTER BREATHERS, Mon, 11.30am, Motueka Recreation Gym ‘Functional Fitness Room’, Old Wharf Rd. A 60-minute series of guided exercises done seated or standing, specifically designed to help those with breathing difficulties. Ph: Jess 0275467675.
MOTUEKA HIGHLAND PIPE BAND, Mon, 7pm. Band is located beside Motueka Recreation Centre. Promoting Scottish tradition and culture. We look forward to your participation. More info: Ph: 027284 8361.
MAPUA FRIENDSHIP CLUB. Indoor bowls, 1st & 3rd Mon. Mapua Bowling Club rooms. 2pm, Bring a plate of afternoon tea. Lots of laughs. Ph: Val 035403685.
TUESDAY
MOCKINGBIRDS MUSIC GROUP, Tues, 2-3.30pm, Senior Net, Pah St. If you enjoy some fun singing/playing music, come along with your instrument, we’d love you to join us. Beginners very welcome. Ph: Sue 02102416155.
HOPE TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS, Every Tues, 9.30am, Hope Tennis Courts, Hope Domain. All abilities most welcome. Queries Ph: 0211729257.
MOTUEKA BRASS, Tues Evenings. Discover your musical talent with us! Join our lively brass band for an unforgettable experience To join Ph: 021728168 or come along.
YOGA. If you have or have had cancer, we offer restorative yoga classes. Tues, 12.30pm. To Reg, Ph: 5287669.
WEDNESDAY
MOTUEKA ARTS COUNCIL office at Community House, Decks reserve. Wed, 11-3pm. Inquiries about art activities;
funding for Art; Art ideas for Motueka. Ph: 0210589388.
AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK, Wed, 10.30am, The Shed, 24a Tudor St. More info Ph: 0279214074.
KNIT & NATTER Wed, 10-12pm, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub, 10 Pah St. Friendly group for all ages. Includes refreshments. All welcome.
WALK 4 HEALTH, Wed, 9am, Motueka Community Garden. 30-50 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size. Ph:0273015598.
MOTUEKA ARTS COUNCIL invites all folk interested in community arts in Motueka, to their monthly meetings. 2nd Wed of month, 7pm, community house.
TOASTMASTERS MOTUEKA meet 1st & 3rd Wed of month, 6.45pm start, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hosp, Courtney St. Gain speaking confidently, friendly environment. More Info Ph: Peter 0277468311.
MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB, Wed, 7.30pm, Lower Moutere Hall. Keep fit while having fun. All ages, no partner needed. First time free. Enq Ph: Fay 0210393559.
THURSDAY
MEDITATION, Weekly meditation sessions open to all. Thurs, 12.15-12.45pm, Te Noninga Kumu - Motueka Library. During term time. No registration needed. Just come along. Info: Ph: Louise 0278789240.
NELSON BAYS HARMONY CHORUS, (women’s choir), is seeking new members to join our happy group. Thurs evenings, Club Waimea, Richmond. Ph: Carole 0274360910.
MOTUEKA LIGHTHOUSE, Meet last Thurs of month, Thurs, 29 Aug, 7-9pm, Motueka Community House, Decks Reserve. Insightful presentations/workshops. Donations appreciated. All welcome. Creative Visualisation e: angel3000.h@gmail. com or facebook motueka lighthouse.
MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP Thurs. More info Ph: 0212640403 e: secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com, or www.motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz.
RUMMIKUB Thurs, 1-4pm, Motueka Over 50s Social Club, 10
DEADLINE: 10AM FRIDAY
50 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY SEND TO: office@topsouthmedia.co.nz
Pah St. Friendly group, includes refreshments. All welcome. Ph: Keith 0274516422.
THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA – Walking Group, Thurs, 9am, by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 mins, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people. Ph: 035288358.
NVC PRACTICE GROUP (NONVIOLENT / COMPASSIONATE COMMUNICATION), Every 2nd Thurs, 7-8.30pm, Motueka. In school term. For info e: margaret@margaretmccallum. com.
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet 1st Thurs of month, 1.30-3.30pm, Broadgreen House, 276 Nayland Rd. Ph: Bill 035448635 or 035391137.
MOTUEKA G.R.G 2nd & 4th Thurs, 1-3pm, St Andrews lounge, 64 High St. Support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/ supporting grandchildren. Join us for a confidential relaxed and supportive time with others. Ph: 0211337299.
SENIORNET MOTUEKA. 2nd Thurs of month, 2pm. Hear all about a different country in our Countries & Cultures Interest Group. Join SeniorNet. Ph: Allan 0279711100 or www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz.
FRIDAY
NELSON DISTRICT SPIRITUALIST CHURCH is holding a roof repair fundraiser Clairvoyant Eve. Fri, 30 Aug, 7-9pm, 76 Tipahi St. Door sales only (from 6:30pm), $20 non. Nelson District Spiritualist Church Members, $10 Members.
SENIORNET MOTUEKA, The Genealogy Interest Group meets 2nd Fri, 2pm. Ph: Allan 0279711100.
SENIORNET MOTUEKA, The Smartphone, iPad, iPhone and Tablet Interest Group meets 3rd Fri, 2pm. Ph: Allan 0279711100.
SATURDAY / SUNDAY
SERIES OF CONVERSATIONS with meditation teacher Bonni Ross. Sun, 25 Aug, 10-12pm, Family Services Centre, 27 Talbot St, Mot. Cultivating Goodness in the Midst of Change; for the benefit of present and future generations. e: jane.hob-
day17@gmail.com. All welcome. By dana / koha.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS NELSON, Sat, 14 Sept. Celebrating 40 years of providing sporting opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities. Any connection with Special Olympics Nelson e: nelson@specialolympics.org.nz
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Sat, 10-12pm, Motueka Library. Free services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures are available.
NELSON BRANCH OF ROYAL NZ AIRFORCE ASSOCIATION Meet 2nd Sat each month, 12pm, Club Waimea, Richmond, Phil’s Restaurant. Interesting speakers, raffles and members interested in Aviation Ph: Trever Squires 039706644 or John Bethwaite 035476634. Cost of meal $25
GENERAL GROUPS
CONNECT, Sat, 31 Aug, 3pm, Nelson Centre of Musical Arts. The Celtic Pipe Band proudly presents “Connect,” a concert celebrating musical bonds and community collaboration. Tickets: https://ncma.nz/event/celtic-pipe-band-connect/
SALT WATER BATHS Lots of people swimming through the winter. You should give it a go.
MOTUEKA RIDING FOR THE DISABLED We need more volunteers to help with therapeutic riding sessions. Tues, Wed, Thurs, 8.30-1pm. Ph: 0211151720 or e: info@motuekarda.nz.
COMMUNITY HARAKEKE WEAVING project by Motueka Art Council is on now at the Library daily till Christmas, everyone can contribute as we weave a tree of putiputi. Special sessions for beginners wanting to learn. Free event.
NELSON RAILWAY. For updates and info for train and railcar runnings, follow us on Facebook or our website. Updated weekly. Or Ph: Robynne 0273419787.
GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve on Wallace St. for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Ph: 035289076 or e: greypowermot@gmail.com.
INDOOR BOWLS, Mon & Wed, 1.15-3pm, Motueka Over 50s Hub, 10 Pah St. All abilities welcome. Ph: Jude 0273244226.
RIWAKA CROQUET CLUB, do you and a group of friends/
family/workmates want to spend a fun few hours learning to play croquet? You need a minimum of 8 players, $10 each, all equipment provided and someone from our club to help you learn the game. Full access to the clubhouse kitchen. For info Ph: 0276308910.
SENIORNET MOTUEKA runs a wide variety of interest groups for computers, laptops, tablets and phones in Apple, Windows, Android & iOS. Ph: Allan on 027 971 1100 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz
MOTUEKA MENZSHED, Tues, Wed or Thurs 9-12pm, MenzShed, Marchwood Park, College Rd. Give the missus some space, come to the menzshed. Just turn up or e: secretarymotmenzShed@gmail.com.
MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB, A diversity of weekend day walks and multi-day trips suitable for a range of fitness levels. Visit www.motuekatrampingclub.org to learn more about your local Club, or e: membership.motuekatc@gmail. com for info on joining.
MOTUEKA RED CROSS. Open Mon – Sat, 10-2pm, Community House. Donations of clothing, books, shoes, linen welcome.
SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS GROUP, if you have or have had cancer, or supported someone else, come and connect. Ph: Maureen 5287669.
MULTICULTURAL MOTUEKA welcomes migrants and refugees every Tues, 8.30-1pm, Fri, 8.30 -2pm, Community House, Decks Reserve. We provide connection and practical assistance for newcomers to our region as well as support for all cultural activities happening in our community. Ph 027 5286744 or sez@multiculturalnt.co.nz.
MOTUEKA TENNIS CLUB. INC. Social Tennis, Tues & Thurs, 9.30am, Sun, 2pm. Courts behind the Memorial Hall Pah St. Racquets available to borrow for new Members. All welcome. GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING, Wellbeing is important for all of us to thrive. The shed is a safe place to meet new people in a supportive and caring environment. We can connect you with other agencies for the right support needed. More info Ph: 0279214074, E: admin@ght.co.nz or pop in 24a Tudor St, Motueka.
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ENTERTAINMENT
General Manager
Te Whare Mahana is an independent charitable Trust that provides a range of community-based mental health services as well as NZ’s only residential Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. It is a unique organisation based in Golden Bay renowned for its strong and supportive community as well as its stunning location between the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks.
The General Manager is responsible to the Trust Board for the organisation's overall management and leadership – the senior executive role is responsible for over 40 staff with a budget of over $2 million. It is a non-clinical role.
The ideal candidate will have:
• A business, management or clinical qualification;
• Significant experience in all aspects of organisation management – planning, finance, personnel, governance, quality, risk, audit and contracting amongst others;
• A knowledge of, and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary based on professional experience and lead a passionate and competent team committed to helping people lead ‘a life worth living’.
You will also have the fantastic lifestyle of living in Golden Bay. A contribution towards relocation and support to find housing will be provided.
For a Job Description, a detailed Person Specification and our TWM Application Form please visit www.twm.org.nz/careers or call 03 525 9624. If this is you, we would like to hear from you. Please send your full application (cover letter, CV & TWM Application Form) to hr@twm.org.nz
Te Whare Mahana Trust 163 Commercial Street, Takaka 7110 Applications close Tuesday, 27th August
August
See web-site for details: www.tasmansoda blasting.co.nz or email office@tasman sodablasting.co.nz Ph. 022 528 8159
CHARITY QUIZ
Bring your friends for a fun evening.
Tuesday 27th August at 7pm Motueka RSA.
All proceeds for The RSA Welfare. $3 entry. 6 members per team. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Great raffle prizes. Meals and bar available.
MOTUEKA PENINSULA MARINA SOCIETY Inc
Notice of Annual General Meeting Thursday 5th September 2024 - 7.30pm MYCC Clubrooms 2 Ward Street, Port Motueka
DENTURES
DEATH
APPELMAN
Carol Ann 17th August 1958 – 5th July 2024
Carol Appelman passed away peacefully at home on 5th July 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family.
Carol was a devoted wife to Nick, an incredible mother to Mat and Will, and a cherished Oma to Albee, Freya, Nova, and Sunny. Her strength, love, and laughter touched the lives of all who knew her.
Her ashes were laid to rest in a private ceremony on 9th July 2024 at Waimea West, beside her dear friend Cherie Marshall. It was a beautiful celebration of her life, where family and friends gathered to honor her memory. Forever in our hearts.
SNOOK
Gary Cecil Dad’s Memorial Service to be held at Motueka RSA on Wednesday the 28th of August @ 3pm. Friends and Family all welcome.
MURDOCH
Warren Francis
Passed away suddenly on August 7th 2024.
Dearly loved partner of Joy, loved and missed dad of Nicky and Shaun. Treasured second dad of Lindsay, Janice, Shelley and Eleanor, and cherished Grandad and Pop of Isabella, Sophia, Emiliana, Susan, Samantha, George, Shaun and Lochlain.
“Go placidly amid the noise and the haste” We love you.
MORLEY
Francis Eric (Frank)
Went Home to be with Jesus on 23rd July 2024. Cherished husband of Linda; loved father, grandfather and friend. A private cremation has been held. Special thanks to Dr James Chisnall, District Nurses and Woodlands Care Facility. A memorial service for Frank will be held at Tasman Church on Saturday 31st August at 2pm.
‘a life worth living’
Ava Thompson on the charge for Huia against Stoke in the under 7’s Rippa match at Sports Park in Motueka on Saturday. Trying to stop Ava in her tracks was Stoke’s Kenzie Duncan. The game marked the last of the regular junior season. The season will round-off with Mike’s Sevens Tournament hosted by Stoke Rugby Club at Greenmeadows this weekend. Photo: Chris Symes/Shuttersport.