The Guardian - 22 July 2020

Rockin’ out at the library

Lily Greenhough, Zahlia Jones, Dawn Jones, Sienna Jones and Bella Jones show off their freshly painted rocks at the Motueka Library last week.

All ages turned up to the Library’s Matariki Rock Painting, with many planning to leave them hidden around our town for others to find.

R & R Kayaks wins the free use of a Highlander for a year

Local tourism company, R & R Kayaks, have some hot new wheels to add to their fleet after being selected as one of 100 small businesses around the country to receive the free use of a Toyota Highlander for 12 months.

“We are extremely honoured and proud to have been selected by Toyota New Zealand out of thousands of applicants to be awarded this stunning Toyota Highlander,” say Rohan and Lauretta Haskell of R & R Kayaks.

The Small Business Driver programme was conceived by Toyota New Zealand, and partnered by MediaWorks, as a way to help small businesses keep moving after the sudden economic shock of COVID-19.

R & R Kayaks also received a portion of the million dollars of advertising from the MediaWorks Media Fund. With their

focus now on the domestic market, it’s a prize the company has welcomed, saying the exposure from local advertising via a radio campaign will be invaluable. “We need to put all our energy and advertising budgets into the domestic market to encourage New Zealanders to

explore their backyard and come and paddle the Abel Tasman with us. Every year we travel the South Island ourselves delivering brochures to accommodation providers and agents for them to display our business, and having the Toyota Highlander to do this takes a lot of pressure

off our vehicles and we know we would be travelling safely and comfortably with plenty of room for our 25,000 brochures! The size of the Highlander also allows us to offer a new airport service to our guests with the added bonus of good towing capacity for a luggage trailer too,”

says Rohan. Business manager, Al Mapperley from Bowater Toyota, says the response to the offer of help was well beyond Toyota’s expectations and highlighted the need for all New Zealanders, businesses and consumers, to support small business.

Richie visits ‘Top Spot’ winner

Golden Bay’s Alex Richard took out ‘Richie’s Top Spot’, the competition run on TV 3’s The Project in conjunction with Westpac.

People from around the country were invited to send in a video from their home town explaining why it’s the best place to visit in NZ. The competition is part of Westpac’s

initiative to boost domestic tourism and support local businesses while our borders remain closed.

Alex was selected as Richie’s Wildcard entrant with his video showcasing Golden Bay and on Monday he met Richie at Tata Beach (pictured right) for a spot of kayaking.

Along with the visit, Alex also scored $3000 cash for his efforts.

Rohan and Lauretta Haskell with their children Jett and Monroe in the brand new Toyota Highlander they’ve won for a year.

Kono adds craft brewery to kete of brands

Kono, the Maori family-owned food and beverage business, will be adding craft beer to its kete of brands when boutique beer brewery, Hop Federation, joins its whanau in early August.

Hop Federation, based in Riuwaka, will join other Kono brands - Tohu Wines, Kono Wines, Tutu cider, Annies fruit snacks, Kiwa oysters and Yellow Brick Road, a sustainable seafood supply business.

Kono, which takes its name from a woven basket traditionally used to present food to guests, grows hops along with apples, pears, and kiwifruit in Motueka, and grows,

harvests, processes and exports greenshell mussels.

“We’re very excited to have Hop Federation join us,” says Kono CEO, Rachel Taulelei. “Combining our experience in growing hops with Hop Federation’s expertise in brewing award-winning craft beer opens up possibilities for both businesses.”

“Our business model with mussels and wine is vertically integrated, which means we are involved with our product every step of the way – from vineyard and farm all the way to glass and table,” says Rachel. “We’ve been growing hops for over a decade now, and having our own

brewery puts us in this same space – it gives us opportunities for innovation and creativity that we don’t have as a hop-grower alone.”

Hop Federation was founded in 2013 by husband and wife team, Simon and Nicki Nicholas, who, along with the three-person brewery team, will all join Kono.

Simon Nicholas, Hop Federation founder and head brewer says, “Kono is a brilliant fit for Hop Federation. They are a family business, Te Tauihu-based, and experienced hop growers. We share their passion for sustainability, outstanding produce and making

a difference in the community. The Hop Federation team are looking forward to joining the Kono whanau, and continuing to create great beer.”

To celebrate Hop Federation joining Kono, a special Hop Federation Kono Hazy IPA, with a label inspired by the Matariki star cluster, will be released.

“Matariki is traditionally a time when people come together with whanau and friends, to reflect on the past and to look forward to the future,” says Rachel. “So it seemed appropriate that the first Hop Federation beer officially released by Kono reflects this special time of the year.”

Dylan Morris, Kono Hops Manager and Simon Nicholas, Hop Federation Chief Brewer.

Nita Henry Sacrednz, Melva Henderson, Robyn Wilks, Sarah Thompson and Lindsay Thompson were among the Steampunk enthusiasts meeting at Paper Nautilus café last week.

On the second Tuesday of each month local Steampunk enthusiasts meet in Motueka’s Paper Nautilus Café at 2pm. While dressing up is encouraged, it’s not compulsory and everyone of all ages is welcome.

Last Tuesday Lindsay Thompson, aka Captain Mortlake was on-hand with his impressive Steampunk model railway. Created by Lindsay the railway took six months to build and is designed to travel in four different configurations.

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Mischief hitches a ride from Motueka to Nelson

A Motueka cat called Mischief has lived up to his name after hitching a ride on a house bus to Nelson and finding shelter at the Labour party campaign office on Vanguard St.

There he stayed for two weeks, until he was finally discovered.

The seven-year-old tabby was reported missing last month by his owner Tony Reynolds.

Tony says he had sold his house bus last month - but little did he know that when the buyer came to pick it up and drive off, Mischief was hiding in the back of it.

It is thought that he jumped off the bus when it stopped for gas at Z Rutherford St.

Labour candidate for Nelson, Rachel Boyack, says she and her team were at the office last Tuesday night when they discovered Mischief, trapped under the building.

“My campaign team thought that I was mad, as I was con-

vinced I could hear a cat. We found him under the office and managed to pull him out through the grate.”

Thanks to a quick response from the Nelson SPCA, Mischief was taken in and got a “much-needed feed”. Rachel says she shared a post on Facebook, and his owner was found by

the next morning.

Tony says he had a suspicion that Mischief may have got on the bus, but he is over the moon to have him back home.

“He’s back hiding under the blankets like he usually does, and our other cat Charlie was happy to see him. She was pretty sad when he went miss-

ing.”

Tony says he didn’t think he would ever see Mischief again.

“He’d lost a bit of weight, but he was fine. He knew who I was as soon as he saw me and hasn’t left my side since. I’ve suffered from anxiety - especially with the Covid-19 lockdown, so he’s been my rock.

Mischief is happy to be back home after his big adventure.

“Rachel and the SPCA were so amazing, I’m so rapt.”

Mischief has now been microchipped in the event of any future road trips. And, while Tony says he is a Labour supporter himself, he is now certain that Mischief must be too.

“He’s become a bit of a celebrity, really.”

Anne McFadgen Ngatimoti “I was a Librarian and I would still pick that.”

Dave Whitaker Riwaka “A professional rugby player or a pilot.”

Margreet DeVries Motueka

John McFadgen Ngatimoti “Being

Lucien Johnson Quartet in Motueka next week

Lucien Johnson is an award-winning musician who has been described as a “saxophonist and composer of rare excellence and mettle” and next Wednesday, 29 July he will perform in Motueka at The Chanel Arts Centre from 7.30pm.

Hosted by the Motueka Music Group in association with Music up Close, Lucien will be joined by Jonathan Crayford (piano), Tom Callwood (bass) and Cory Champion (drums).

The Quartet will perform original compositions from Lucien’s 2017 album West of

the Sun (nominated for a Tui award for Jazz artist of the year) as well as new material from his upcoming album Kairangi. The music is reflective of some of the places that he has lived and travelled to: France, Haiti, Ethiopia, and of

course, some reflections on our own wonderful country and musical heritage. Included in the set are two traditional waiata, which Lucien will reinterpret. As a recent recipient of the Harriet Friedlander Residency he has returned from

Wellington musician Lucien Johnson is a composer and saxophonist whose music has been greatly influenced by his global travels and encounters.

New York for the tour and looks forward to sharing how this experience has influenced the music!

Tickets available from Floral Affaire and door sales.

Adults $25. Students $5.

Tourism operators provided extra support

Extra support is being provided to tourism businesses operating on public conservation land announced Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis and Conservation Minister Eugenie Sage on Friday, 26 June.

The Government is providing $25m worth of support to tourism operators impacted by COVID-19, with a decision to waive most Department of Conservation tourism related concession fees from 1 March 2020 until 30 June 2021.

“We know tourism businesses are doing it tough with the borders closed for international visitors. In addition to the billions invested through the wage subsidy and other business support, this latest funding will help to keep these operators afloat,” says Kelvin.

“There are approximately 1000 tourism concessionaires who operate on public conservation land who won’t have to worry about activity based, management, or monitoring fees until mid-next year,” says Eugenie.

“This decision comes after on-going discussions with operators and industry leaders on how we can best support them through all the levers we have available,” says Eugenie.

“The Government is investing $25 million into DOC to support tourism concessionaires to operate in 2020/21. The funding means that the vital conservation work the fees normally contribute to won’t be affected.”

It’s a move welcomed by local operator Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle who say it’s a “great gesture”.

“We’re grateful for this decision and are still actively supporting conservation in the Park through other channels,” says Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle General Manager Mark Burnaby.

Their other channels include their support for The Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust and local schools and their conservation projects, including the transportation of Project Janszoon members and Conservation Volunteers.

Abel Tasman National Park operators are also in discussions with DOC to retain staff during the quieter times to carry out conservation work and assist DOC with ‘on the ground’ projects.

The package will see tourism concession fees, including management and monitoring fees waived for the period 1 March 2020 until the end of June

2021. The community services fees, which are like local councils rates and pay for waste and water services in National Parks will remain in place.

This support comes from the government’s Tourism Recovery Package of $400 million which is aimed at supporting strategic tourism assets, tourism

futures planning and support for businesses through the economic downturn as a result of the global pandemic. The Government is also rolling out the $1.3 billion nature based jobs package which will support thousands of people such as tourism guides impacted by COVID-19.

Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle’s Innovator with another load of happy Park visitors.

We’ve got this! Nelson Tasman economic response campaign kicks off

Covid-19 has hit Nelson Tasman’s economy hard. But confidence is also contagious and this time locals are being asked to help spread it as part of a new regional marketing campaign called ‘We’ve got this / Kei a Tatou’.

Project Kokiri, which was initiated and led by Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council, Nelson Regional Development Agency, Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce, Iwi and the government’s regionally based agencies, was created during lockdown and tasked with establishing an economic strategy that would speed up the region’s recovery. Part of that was the development of a response campaign to support local businesses and, at the same time, promote the region.

“For a small region with a limited budget to cut through at a time when there is so much competition for domestic visitors and when ‘support local’ campaigns are filling our news feeds, we needed to do something more than focus on sunshine hours and the relaxed pace of life,” says Project Lead

and CEO of Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce, Ali Boswijk. “Nelson Tasman is a challenger brand, so we needed to act like one and take a few risks to get some attention and that’s why we’re asking locals to get involved to help push it and give it scale.”

The term ‘we’ve got this’ will be used to create a sense of confidence among locals that the region is in good hands and the economic recovery is well under way. But it

will also be used literally to show what the region has to offerfrom stunning natural attractions to innovative businesses; a vibrant arts & culture scene to successful sports teams; worldclass restaurants to artisan producers.

Just as Project Kokiri is a collaboration between different local organisations, the campaign is aimed at all residents and sectors and is designed to complement the region’s existing marketing

activity. It is heavily focused on digital and social media activations, with print, physical activations, media engagement and merchandise to back it up.

A launch video features local legends like Pic Picot, Mayor Rachel Reese and comedian Guy Williams, but the success of the campaign relies on everyoneresidents, schools, businesses, community groups, social influencers, media outlets and expats - playing their part and sharing

the best of what the region has to offer.

“Community input will be crucial,” says Ali. “We’re stronger together and while it might seem like there’s not much you can do to help at a difficult time like this, every post on social media and every poster that’s put up in a shop window will play a role in speeding up our recovery. There are a number of different ways you can get involved and the more buy-in we get from locals, the more

confidence will grow, the more attention we’ll get from the rest of New Zealand and the more livelihoods we can sustain here. That’s why we need everyone from Nelson Tasman to show New Zealand and the world how fantastic this place is.”

Locals are being asked to film or photograph their favourite places, businesses and products from the region and share them on social media with the hashtag #nelsontasman or the tag@

NelsonTasmanNZ. Or they can send in their submissions via email to wevegotthis@nelsontasman.nz .

Continuing the collaborative spirit, a wide range of local businesses have contributed more than $25,000 worth of prizes to further incentivise locals to get involved.

All those who submit an entry will go into the draw to win daily prizes.

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Youth Ambassadors back in the Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman Youth Ambassadors returned to the park in the last week of term, excited to be back after an enforced absence due to the Corona virus.

The Abel Tasman Youth Ambassador / Pokai Rangatahi (ATYA) programme is part of Project Janszoon and the Department of Conservation’s education programme. Its aim is to foster the future kaitiaki (guardians) of the Park.

In normal circumstances the ATYA students from Motueka High School, Golden Bay High School, Motupipi School, Ngatimoti School, Lower Moutere School, Te Awhina and Onetahua maraes would meet at regular events, including a summer and winter overnight retreat in the Park.

Saskia Grey is an ATYA student representing Te Awhina Marae and Motueka High School. She says the ATYA crew began the year by deciding on goals, from learning more about the park’s birds, plants and freshwater fish, to improving their knowledge of Te Reo.

“It was a fantastic start to the year, each student was engaged and everyone supported each other. Research says if students can teach students you get greater

engagement. It’s really cool to see interest from students in increasing their Te Reo knowledge too, we have been trying to improve the cultural side to our programme each year, but being student led makes it much more meaningful.”

Project Janszoon education coordinator Brooke Turner says during lockdown the students were really keen to keep engaged so they had regular Zoom meetings.

“But nothing beats getting out into the Park and they were itching to get back out there last week. I think they really appreciate once again having the freedom to be able to enjoy nature in the Abel Tasman. We are planning a couple of extra trips, and will adapt the programme so we can make the most of the rest of the year,” says Brooke.

The purpose of ATYA is to build conservation leaders.

As well as team building and leadership training, they enjoy hands-on learning such as fish monitoring, animal tracking, releasing birds and tree planting.

The education programme is supported by Project Janszoon, DOC, the schools, marae, and Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle who provide transport into the park.

Youth Ambassadors Kalahni Hassik from Ngatimoti School and Marleyah Bennett from Lower Moutere planting at Porters Beach.

Youth Ambassadors Lucy Summerfield, Thomas Schwarzenbach, Milan Chapman and Saskia Gray from Motueka High School near Anchorage.

New Zealand Red Cross scaling up to assist foreign nationals affected by COVID-19

New Zealand Red Cross is scaling up at speed to address the urgent needs of people on temporary visas in Aotearoa New Zealand who are experiencing serious hardship due to COVID-19.

From 1 July, people who are in need and on temporary visas can check their eligibility and apply through foreignnationals.services.govt.nz. The programme will run for three months.

Working with Te Tari Taiwhenua, Department of Internal Affairs, who is managing the New Zealand Government’s Foreign Nationals

Impacted by COVID19 Programme (known by New Zealand Red Cross as ‘Visitor Care Manaaki Manuhiri’), New Zealand Red Cross will deliver inkind assistance to help foreign nationals meet basic needs, such as food and accommodation. “We know that this in-kind, individualised, temporary assistance will meet a real and urgent humanitarian need in Aotearoa. These are visitors in our home who we are pleased to work with Te Tari Taiwhenua to provide assistance quickly, simply and with care,” says Rachel O’Connor, Visitor Care Manaaki Manuhiri Project Lead for New Zealand Red Cross.

Internal Affairs is administering the online system and processing applications. New Zealand Red Cross is delivering the assistance.

New Zealand Red Cross support will include needs assessments, local distribution of in-kind aid, psychosocial support, and engaging the community to ensure that our support is reaching the people who are eligible and most in need.

New Zealand Red Cross believes in humanity and impartiality, and in providing support that is based on need and focused on upholding the dignity of the people we work with.

As with everything New Zealand Red

Tasman BioStrategy

Cross does, the support New Zealand Red Cross provides will align with our Fundamental Principles.

For more than a century Red Cross has been at work in Aotearoa New Zealand, working with diverse Kiwi communities every day, in times of crisis and when disaster strikes. New Zealand Red Cross is intrinsically connected to local communities and knows that these relationships, including with other not-for-profit agencies, councils and Civil Defence groups, will enable this support to reach the people who are in need.

By: Stew Robertson.

Biodiversity is the very stuff of life. Its strength is in diversity. The plethora of roles played by different species in ecosystems creates stability, resilience and opportunity for each to flourish. Some species and their ecosystems can only live here. Others have become the basis of our human culture and economy. Biodiversity influences every aspect of our lives.

The biodiversity of Tasman is rich in native plants and animals. Many of these are endemic to Aotearoa. Think eighty percent found nowhere else on the planet. This is true on land, fresh and salt water, in soils and in the air. Thousands of birds, marine mammals, trees, ferns, flowering plants, mosses and lichens, invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, algaes and fishes are all endemic to Aotearoa. Half of that richness is found in Tasman with hundreds of organisms here not even found elsewhere in New Zealand. We also host significant populations of global migrants amongst the shorebirds and whales found here seasonally. We have added many exotic species to the New Zealand ecology. On land and in freshwater we have about 50,000 native species to which we have added about 3,000 exotic species. Many of these new migrants go unseen, but some such as the honey bee are the basis of major industries.

Others such as German wasps, old man’s beard, stoats and Mediterranean fan worm are major established pests. Others such as the North

Pacific Sea Star are knocking at our door. The protection from and control of these pest species is called biosecurity.

Almost all mammals (apart from our native bats) common in Tasman were introduced from other countries, as were all the trees in our plantation forests and vegetables and fruits in our gardens and orchards.

All of these organisms and the ecosystems they create and inhabit comprise the biodiversity of Tasman. However all are not equal in their value or effects. Those that evolved here together cannot be replicated anywhere else. Some that we introduced are vital to our economy and way of life. Others threaten what we value.

The benefits arising from healthy ecosystems are called ecosystem services, think oxygen production, water filtration, erosion prevention, habitat creation, productivity and so on. Some of these services benefit the wider ecosystem. And some benefit us directly and economically.

How do you value biodiversity? We want to know. The Tasman BioStrategy is currently being developed by a representative working group appointed by the Tasman District Council Bio-Strategy Governance Group and incorporating broad iwi representation at both levels. Putting together a transformational plan for the community (of which humans are just one of the species), outlining how we can work together to live in harmony as part of nature and with each other.

Kaitiakitanga (Guardianship) lies at the heart of Maori

culture and this BioStrategy. It can be defined as the inherited responsibilities and kaupapa, passed down from tupuna (ancestors), for each generation to take care of places, natural resources and other taonga, including people.

The BioStrategy is Tasman District Council’s response to the National Policy Statement on Indigenous Biodiversity, requiring councils to have a Regional Biodiversity Strategy.

As part of the process, the Biostrategy Working Group has produced a number of articles exploring the biodiversity of Tasman, some of its heroes, issues and Te Ao Maori world views. These articles will; be posted regularly on the group’s Facebook Page (TasmanBiostrategy) and in Tasman’s libraries.

As the COVID 19 crisis took hold, isolated households frequently turned to the outdoors and nature for their mental wellbeing. This gave us pause to reflect on the importance of our native biodiversity and its intrinsic value to our very survival as a species. We are planning to host a series of roadshows where you can participate and collaborate in the formation of the strategy. Come and be a part of a resilient future for Tasman District’s biodiversity.

Please sign up to our newsletter for direct communications and event dates by emailing us or signing up through the Facebook page. tasman.biostrategy@tasman.govt.nz

Follow us on https:// www.facebook.com/ TasmanBioStrategy/

Falls River in the Abel Tasman National Park. Photo: Stew Robertson.

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Rainbow Ski Area had a work party for their volunteers up the mountain on Saturday, 20 June. Ten people attended and spent their time painting, grinding, welding, digging and cleaning across the hill before being treated to an impressive BBQ lunch.

Left: Rainbow Sports Board chairman Mark Unwin mans the BBQ. Above: Charlie and Max lend a hand at the volunteer’s day. Right: Joe, Hamish, Tom and a youthful volunteer get stuck into preparing Rainbow Ski Area for the upcoming season.

Maureen Pugh backs new leader

MP Maureen Pugh believes that Judith Collins is the best qualified and a most formidable, experienced politician to lead the National Party into Campaign 2020.

Judith Collins was due to visit Motueka and Brightwater last week but, obviously has had to put those plans on hold.

“But she has given me an undertaking that she will re-schedule,” says Maureen. ”I have worked closely with Judith for a number of years and I have always found her to be a good friend to me personally and to regional New Zealand as well.

Let’s not forget that there are over 50 of us in the National team

and the amount of leadership talent that we have had to draw on is awesome.’

Maureen describes the mood in the National Caucus as ‘energised and optimistic’.

“That’s great, because with Advance Voting there’s only really about 50 days to go before New Zealanders can make their choice about who will govern. We face the biggest financial quagmire the country has experienced in many years, and new leader Judith Collins is realistic about the debt burden which we will leave the next two generations if we don’t manage the post-Covid economy wisely,” says Maureen.

MP Maureen Pugh with her National’s new leader, Judith Collins.

Annabelle White gets behind Pink Ribbon Breakfast to show support for breast cancer patients

July was the launch of Pink Ribbon Breakfast month, where Kiwis across the country will come together to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation

NZ. Beloved Kiwi food writer Annabelle White (far right) has donated a favourite recipe to show her support for the cause – her Breakfast Apricot and Coconut Loaf, which can be adapted to suit the season.

Last year more than 30 breakfasts were held in the Tasman region. Around 105 people in the Nelson Marlborough DHB area are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. This year, COVID-19 has forced Pink Ribbon Breakfast to be postponed from May to July, but the organisation is thrilled to see people are still getting behind this cause. Registrations to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast continue to be open throughout July and August.

Evangelia Henderson, chief executive of Breast Cancer Foundation, says, “COVID-19 has made life harder for breast cancer patients, which is why the need for support this year is greater than ever.

Thanks to the generosity of Kiwis up and down the country, we are able to continue our life-saving work in research, early detection and patient support. The proceeds raised from Pink Ribbon Breakfast will bring us one step closer to our vision of zero deaths from breast cancer. So, please get involved in whatever way you can – your support will make a real difference.”

Annabelle White’s Apricot and Coconut

Loaf

This loaf is deliciously moist and full-flavoured, ideal to serve with morning coffee at a Pink Ribbon Breakfast because it can be made the day ahead and is popular with all the family. Make two if you are feeding a large group, as this loaf disappears as quickly as it is sliced! You don’t need to butter this loaf, just slice and serve.

Ingredients:

2 large eggs, at room temperature

1/4 cup oil (not olive)

1 cup sugar

250g sour cream

11/2 cups flour

11/2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

Apricot and coconut mix:

1/4 cup coconut

3 fresh apricots (slightly firm is best)

thinly sliced or 6 very well-drained canned apricot halves, sliced OR 8 well-drained peach slices

5 tsp sugar mixed with 3 tsp cinnamon

Method:

Mix the eggs until they are frothy. Beat in the oil and sugar, then add the sour cream and other ingredients. Grease a large loaf tin and place half the batter in it. Sprinkle the coconut and the apricots or whatever fruit you are using evenly in the centre. Sprinkle about 4 tsp cinnamon sugar mix over the fruit. Add the remaining batter and sprinkle the last of the cinnamon sugar and bake

at 180degC for 55-60 minutes. Let the loaf stand for 10 minutes, then turn out.

* At this time of the year use either welldrained apricot halves or a cup of sliced peeled apple or pear.

* Serve with grilled apricots – simply place fruit in a tray and grill with a light drizzle of brandy and then a little butter, a sprinkling of brown sugar.

* Adding orange zest and orange juice is also a super option!

Cook’s tips:

* Use firm fruit rather than soft for this recipe. You can substitute the fruit – use whatever you have on hand – in summer you could use plums, nectarines or sliced and peeled peaches. In the winter apple and pears could be used – if it is pear, change to ginger and sugar mix.

* For ease of removal from the tin – make a long strip from a piece of baking paper and line this lengthways in the tin so you can simply hoist the cooked loaf out of the tin with ease after 10 minutes’ resting period.

* With the addition of sour cream – you will find this loaf does not deteriorate in texture/freshness as you would imagine – it’s fine the next 2-3 days after baking.

More than 3,300 women across the country are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, and more than 650 a year will die. Due to the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, around 400 women who would have received a breast cancer diagnosis missed out on getting mammograms or a referral from their GP, delaying their ability to start treatment.

Proceeds from Pink Ribbon Breakfast will go towards helping these women get the support they need, as well as those already undergoing treatment. They will also help to drive early detection and ground-breaking research to prevent further deaths.

For more information and to register to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, visit www. pinkribbonbreakfast. co.nz

Police Report

Kia ora,

We’re definitely experiencing winter driving conditions around our area and I’d urge everyone to take extra care on the roads, even during the day. There are places up the Motueka Valley, and I’m sure other valleys where there is still ice on roads in the middle of the day. Every year we attend several accidents where people have not been driving to the conditions and have lost control on icy corners.

Please make sure you have fully cleared your car windows before you set out in the morning. I’ve seen people driving along trying to peer out a small gap in a frosted up window and that’s an accident waiting to happen. You could easily miss seeing a cyclist or a child on the way to school. It only takes a couple more minutes to wash the ice off and set yourself up for a safe trip.

On the subject of road safety, I have to say I’m pretty disappointed with the number of people who continue to use cell phones while driving. Distracted drivers are dangerous and using a cellphone is a major distraction and cell phone use is a factor in far too many crashes. Please don’t be the person who is responsible for taking another person’s life simply because you chose not to stop to make a call or send a text. Keeping our roads safe is everybody’s responsibility, so let’s all do our bit to keep Motueka safe.

Senior Sergeant Hamish Chapman

WOODLANDS VILLAGE

World Vision 40 Hour Challenge

Building Bricks Club for children

Join our Building bricks club and make amazing creations at the Library.

Adrian Barbour, a local Bricks enthusiast facilitates this group. The bricks are generously supplied by the Christchurch User group. 27 July, 3.30-5pm

Lifestyle Group at Motueka Library

Friday 31 July, 11am-12pm

Discuss Lifestyle topics and meet new people. July Topic: Hobbies

Enjoy a cuppa

Do Not feed the Kea “Colouring Competition”

Back from Left: Tessa Seymour, received a scholarship in 2019 to attend a world vision leadership course in Auckland, as a result of the 2019 World Vision 40 hour challenge fundraising efforts. Philip John, Edward Morris, Felix Walther and Niamh Tasker. Front from Left: Kyla Rayward and Johnny MacLennan. Edward and Niamh are our community captains who coordinated fundraising events for World Vision. The majority of funds were raised by the Adventure Racing team who again this year undertook a mammoth 40 hour hike. They completed the walk in the Richmond ranges over the 19th to 21st of June and summited Mt Starveal, Slaty Peak, Old Man, Mt Richmond, Mt Fell and Dun mountain. https://my.worldvision.org.nz/ss/ACDKUY/motueka-youth-adventureracers

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This celebrates a new picture book we are launching 13 August, called “Do not feed the Kea” by Carol Duffy. Pick up your colouring in picture from Motueka Library from Friday 31 July. Return it to Motueka Library by 6pm Friday 7 August. Open to ‘up to 5 year olds’ and ‘6-10 year olds’.

Cook Islands Language Week /Te ‘Epetoma o te Reo Kuki Airani

Our Pop up display during 2-8 August celebrates the languages spoken by the people of the Cook Islands

Chess & Yahtzee at Motueka Library

Do you enjoy a game of Chess or Yahtzee? Games available at Motueka Library on Thursday afternoons, 2pm-4pm, or anytime that suits you. Bring a friend, meet new people. Alternatively, leave your name and number at the Library and we will coordinate players. Ph 528 1047 All ages and levels welcome

out&about

Motueka Recreation Centre School Holiday Programme on Friday

Left: Dylan Smith and Makairi Cross.

Right: Eli and Luca Drummond.

Left: Molly Bartholomew, Ella Howes and Niamh Martin.

Right: Josiah and Emilee-Mae Silcock.

Toby Drummond, Oliva Mulvaney, Charli Douglas, Benny Grey-Curnow and James Kong.

Many of you will be familiar with skilled netballer and Silver Fern, Shannon Saunders ne: Francios, she’s another Motueka legend. During her time at Motueka High School as well as playing netball she represented New Zealand in touch rugby, Shannon also went to the Youth Olympics in Australia, competing in both the long jump and relay. In 2011 Shannon made the New Zealand under 21 netball squad.

Shannon’s netball career gained traction when she headed to Otago University, finding her niche with a young Southern Steel team and going on to become an integral member since joining them in 2012. Named in the Silver Ferns team for the Australian leg of the 2013 Constellation Cup, Shannon earned her first Test Cap, against the Diamonds, in the third Test Match in Adelaide.

In 2014 Shannon toured the UK with the Silver Ferns and was duly selected for the Silver Ferns team for the Commonwealth Games, held the same year in Glasgow, Scotland. The team went on to win the silver medal. Shannon competed in the Commonwealth Games again in 2018.

One of the highlights of Shannon’s netball career would have to be, being part of the 2019 Netball World Cup winning squad in a thrilling final matching against long term rivals Australia. Shannon currently lives in Dunedin and plays for the Southern Steel.

Michael Myers was born at Motueka in September 1873, he was a brilliant lawyer and judge who rose to the position of Chief Justice in 1929.

Educated in Wellington, Michael joined the largest law firm there, acting in crown cases that were both criminal and civil. In 1922 Myers was appointed King’s Counsel and began his own practice. Six cases in which he was involved went to the Privy Council and in all of them he was successful. In 1929 he was appointed chief justice of New Zealand a position he held until his retirement. Michael made history as being the first Chief Justice to be born in New Zealand. He served as justice on the Privy Council in 1936

In 1945 Myers reached the statutory retirement age of 72, but the prime minister, Peter Fraser, arranged for a special act to be passed so that Myers could take part (as chief justice) in international conferences following the end of the Second World War. In 1945 Myers represented New Zealand at the conference of jurists in Washington DC, where he contributed to the drafting of the constitution of the new International Court of Justice. An attempt was made to appoint him to the court, but he found a tactful way of declining. He was also a member of the New Zealand delegation to the conference in San Francisco which framed the charter of the United Nations.

Myers retired as chief justice on 31 July 1946. He passed away on 8 April 1950 at the age of 77. Rt Hon Sir Michael Myers was acclaimed as one of New Zealand’s greatest lawyers and chief justices. And yes we have a street in Motueka named after this amazing man.

David Havili was raised in Motueka and is the son of former Nelson Bays representative wing Bill Havili. He attended Motueka High School but later went to Nelson College where he was a member of their 1st XV rugby team. After leaving school David began working as a builder’s apprentice while playing local club rugby.

In 2014 David first represented the Mako and played for the NZ Under 20’s team, making an immediate impression as a highly talented midfield and outside back. The Crusaders subsequently contracted him in 2015 where he helped win back to back to back Super rugby titles in 2017, 2018 and 2019.

Havili made his All Blacks debut against the Pumas on 1 October 2017 at Estadio Jose Amalfitani, Buenos Aires, replacing in-form winger Rieko Ioane with only 10 minutes left of the match. Havili still one of the best performing All Blacks on his debut despite only 10 minutes of game time, scoring a try on his debut in the last minute of the test, allowing the All Blacks to beat Los Pumas 39-22. It was a super year for him, he was also named the Crusaders Player of the Year.

David captained the Mako to their first Mitre 10 Cup title in 2019. In 2020, David’s leadership qualities will once again be called upon in the Crusaders side - he’s been named Vice-Captain alongside Codie Taylor.

Born and raised in Motueka, Josh Coppins competed at his first International race meeting at the young age of just 16 years old. He has had the longest standing career in the world as a professional motocross racer.

During his seventeen years professional racing, Josh had thirteen world championship race wins, was runner-up world champion twice, two British championships, one Belgium championship, one Italian championship, two Australian championships and twenty two New Zealand championships.

Josh Coppins Racing was established in partnership with Yamaha Motor New Zealand in 2013 after Josh’s retirement from his successful professional motocross career in Europe and Australia.

Altherm JCR Yamaha is quickly becoming the number one team to be on and gaining huge respect in the industry both in New Zealand and internationally. Over the past five years, this team has won eleven national titles. To assist with the riders focus and training, they have a professional training facility based in Motueka, including three motocross tracks, a team workshop and accommodation facilities. It is the only motocross facility available in Australasia at this level, with riders currently travelling from Australia and Japan to train on a yearly basis. Josh still lives here in Motueka, if you want to find out more about Josh’s racing team and his coaching classes head on line to joshcoppins.com

Hard working Motueka Hospice Shop volunteers Michael and William (holding Rosie the dog) with Shop Manager Jacinta

The role of Nelson Tasman Region Hospice

Nelson Tasman Region Hospice provides a variety of specialist care services for people who have a life-limiting illness – supporting them, their families and carers through illness, death and bereavement. Their services are provided at no charge to patients and their families, and are available to everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture and gender. Care is provided to people in their own homes, aged care facilities and in the Hospice Inpatient Unit.

Nelson Tasman Region Hospice has touched the lives of many people in our community, their valuable care, support and services brings comfort during the most difficult of times.

To find out more about the Nelson Tasman Region Hospice and the incredible work they do, please check out their website www.nelsonhospice.org.nz

• The opportunity to experiment

Maybe you’ve never worn a shirt in that colour before, or a particular style dress. Maybe you spy something you’d like to dye a different colour, or some furniture you could alter. Take the chance and see what happens! Clothes are so often used to represent who we are as individuals. The Motueka Hospice Shop gives you the chance to stand out and shine in a way that only you can.

• A wide variety of choices and a whole lot of fun

The Motueka Hospice Shop has so much variety of choice. What kind of store has clothing, books, furniture, jewellery, knick-knacks, all in the one place? Every option for the style you prefer can potentially be there for the finding. It’s fun hunting for treasure, the anticipation of not knowing what gems you will find, and the excitement of discovering that perfect item, is wonderful.

• Quality items and value for money

There are many reasons to visit the Motueka Hospice Shop

• The feel good factor

When you shop or donate goods to the Motueka Hospice Shop, it gives you a warm sense of wellbeing. The knowledge that your donated goods or instore purchases will help provide assistance and comfort to others, is definitely a feel good factor that you won’t find in a department store.

• It’s better for the planet

Most of us live in a never-ending cycle of consumption. We want something, we buy it, we wear it (or sometimes don’t!) and then dispose of it. But it doesn’t have to be this way. There are enough clothes in the world already, why do we need a dress to be made brand new for us, every time we need to go to an event? Shopping for pre-loved items gives you the endorphin rush of retail therapy but without the same environmental implications. It allows you to reuse and recycle and still rock a new

You are probably aware of how easy it is to find a bargain at the Motueka Hospice Shop. If your treasurehunter skills are honed and luck is on your side, you can find high quality designer items at remarkable prices. You can have the thrill of shopping without the guilt of maxing out the credit card. It’s the place to find standout vintage pieces, classic cuts and superior fabrics like silk, wool, linen and the likes. If you are looking to rock a retro look, the Motueka Hospice Shop should be at the top of your list.

Maureen and Sharon, two amazing volunteers who help out at Motueka Hospice Shop

How can you help Motueka Hospice Shop?

If you have good quality items to donate, that’s a great help. Please drop off your donated items to the store during business hours. Should you have furniture or large items, get in touch with the store and they will be happy to make arrangements for collection.

Have you considered volunteering? Motueka Hospice shop is always on the lookout for volunteers to assist them. Head in store for a chat and they will be happy to explain more about the role of being a volunteer.

The team at the Motueka Hospice Shop would like to say a big thank you to our community for their ongoing support. From the quality items you donate, to the purchases you make, it’s all very much appreciated and helps with the valuable work of the Nelson Tasman Region Hospice.

Young netballers soak up knowledge and skills

It was a “fun, full-on day with lots of learning and skill development” that was enjoyed by year 8-10 netball players on Saturday, 11 July says the SoulUtionz Sports Trust who hosted the event.

The All-in-Academy Netball Development Programme was rescheduled from its pre-season dates in March due to COVID-19, and with it falling in school holidays and mid-winter, and the ails that come with that, participation numbers were cut by at least half.

On arrival players received an NBS goodie bag that included a 99SoulUtionz notebook to keep track of learnings, which focused on four key elements fro mind body SoulUtionz.

Whenua Earth for fundamentals, Ahi Fire for attack and defence work, Wai Water for shooting and Hau Air for bringing it all together through play.

The day started with an exploratory circuit session by Hannah Coutts from Netball NZ, focusing on jumping, landing and balance.

“Everyone was enthusiastic and gave it 100% so their legs would have been burning from the beginning to the end where the day finshed with mini-netball games to put into practice all of their learnings,” says Terina Graham co-founder of SoulUtionz Sports.

Facilitators Jamie Brown, Kirsty Hay, Terina Graham and Joe Wineera had sideline support from Shinade Hamilton and Pam Graham to help attendees develop their netball knowledge and skills.

“Given the programme had to be reshuffled from two days into one meant physical activity was at a high level,” says Terina. “All players did superb and were still smiling at the end of the day, even if they were exhausted.”

SoulUtionz key recovery tips for any athlete –

• Drink plenty of WATER (helps the liver breakdown lactic acid build up)

• Epsom Salt bath (helps to relax muscles) or just a nice warm bath will do

• Elevating the legs, lie with legs up against a wall or under a stack of pillows (10+mins)

• Soft Stretches, gentle static or yoga stretches

• Gentle walk or light flat road bike ride (to help break down lactic acid build up)

• Foam roller to gently massage muscle

• SLEEP (especially important after this level of physical activity but also this age group)

SoulUtionz Sports Trust was able to deliver “a highlyengaging, positive, fantastic All-in-Academy for local young netballers thanks to the support of KiwiSport, NBS Motueka, New World Motueka and Motueka Netball Centre.

“We are already tossing around ideas for the 2021 preseason Netball All-in-Academy,” says Terina.

Keep an eye on their Facebook page and website for further details. SoulUtionzSports.nz

Whilst Wellington was being hit by gale force winds and driving rain on Thursday, 2 July, 45 members of the Motueka 50+ walking Group enjoyed a perfect day walking in the Abel Tasman National Park. Sunshine, not a cloud in the sky and no wind – and even fewer visitors. The Group organises walks every Thursday for all abilities – info from the Secretary by phoning 0273537251 or emailing www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz

Kahurangi Second on Division One Table

By: Brendan Alborn.

After wins over Stoke and Waimea Old Boys, Kahurangi finally hit a speedbump going down to Marist on Saturday by three points at Trafalgar Park. Playing three matches in the space of seven days was a big ask and overall Kahurangi would have been pleased with their efforts. The two wins from three matches in addition to the two bonus points earned in the loss to Marist leaves Kahurangi at second spot on the Division One table, only two points behind Waimea Old Boys.

Waimea Old Boys, Wednesday, 15 July

The midweek game against Waimea Old Boys was played under lights at Riwaka’s Cooks Reserve in front of a large, vocal crowd who were braving a crisp, chilly winter evening.

When reviewing the match Waimea Old Boys must have wondered at their strategy of repeatedly kicking the ball to the Kahurangi back three, and particularly Andrew Knewstubb who ran through their chaseline repeatedly, scoring two tries in the process. While the second half of the match was beginning to look a little like the Stubby Show, he was more than ably assisted by his trusty three-

quarter sidekicks Culainn Stringer and Stein Schreiber.

Playing in his 50th game for Kahurangi, Kenny Eggers threw himself into contact with absolutely no regard for his own personal welfare until his body simply refused to put up with any additional punishment.

Shaquille Rangi played his first game at halfback, replacing Aaron Coe who played well for his 60 minutes. Rangi did not look at all out of place at nine and could perhaps play anywhere in the backline with his natural abilities. Another of the younger players, Jan Lammers, slotted in from his regular spot on the wing to play centre which he did more than competently.

Kahurangi frustrated Waimea Old Boys with their stoic defence and refusal to buckle under pressure, which did lead to some minor hostilities in the forwards. For the second straight week 18 year old loosehead prop Luca Inch had the shirt ripped from his back hinting that perhaps the older wissened props he is up against are becoming frustrated when they can’t bully him around like perhaps they think they should be able to do.

Waimea Old Boys scored right on the full time bell and then converted that try to make the final score 32 to 33.

Marist, Saturday, 18 July

For the first twenty minutes of their Saturday afternoon clash against Marist it looked like the workload over the previous week had taken its toll on the Kahurangi players. The lineout, an area of the game which had previously been a reliable source of quality ball simply stopped functioning, restarts were not being collected and kicks in play were finding man rather than land. Within twelve minutes Marist were as many points up. Marist then looked certain to record another try but were penalised for an infringement in the act of scoring.

Kahurangi kicked for territory, secured their own lineout, Mike Wells broke the line, passed to wing Stein Schreiber who drew his man before passing infield to Wells in support who scored untouched. Suddenly Kahurangi were back in the game. Wells converted his own try and then knocked over a penalty shortly afterwards to have Kahurangi back within two points. However, Marist replied almost immediately with a try of their own right on the stroke on halftime. The second half started exactly as the first half had finished, with another well worked Marist try. For the next 15 minutes, each time Kahurangi succeeded in applying pressure

NBS Motueka Golf Club

This week the club champs worked through the quarter finals while the rest of the field played a pairs Russian Roulette Stableford. A nasty little format where the two scores are multiplied so obviously a zero score by one partner is not a great incentive!

First with an excellent score of 82 were Ivor Hawker and Richard Bullock.

Second John Hewitt and Mike Hay on 73 Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin Kevin Fell and Kerry McConchie

they would let Marist off the hook with their own set piece and other unforced errors.

Halfway through the second half Kahurangi began to rediscover their mojo. Luca Inch effected a turnover which led a try to wing Stein Schreiber at the other end of the field. Although Marist hit back immediately with another try Kahurangi had the better of the final quarter. The Kahurangi forward pack began to dominate the scrums and the clinical edge we’ve seen earlier this season came back in a rush with two more well worked tries. Kahurangi failed to convert those tries from wide angles with a swirling breeze making a real nuisance of itself. With the final score of 30 to 33, Kahurangi were left wondering what might have been if they had been able to maintain their intensity and accuracy for longer periods.

Converted midfielder Will Schmetz has found his feet in the forwards making a mountain of tackles

and also taking his chances to showcase his running game. Mike Wells was his usual physical presence in the midfield and like Andrew Knewstubb, just seems to work even harder the harder things get. Younger players Jan Lammers and Culainn Stringer are lightning quick, athletic, instinctive and are gaining confidence with every Division One outing.

Stein Schreiber had another outstanding game on the wing. His decision making was impeccable and he seems to have the confidence and even an air of expectation that he will score if he gets into any space whatsoever. Schreiber scored two tries in the match against Marsist to add to his scores against Stoke and Waimea Old Boys. One could be forgiven for wondering what more he could possibly do to earn a crack at higher honours.

Kahurangi’s next match is back at Trafalgar Park on Saturday, 25 July at 3pm against Nelson.

Phat Night Thursdays return

It was a “great” turnout at the Kaiteriteri mountain-bike Park on 9 July for “Phat Night Thursdays”. Winter racing is run by the volunteer committee and they had a superb turnout of 31 entries.

The committee says they’re “extra pleased” with the increase in women racing and the high-calibre of the

competition.

Professional enduro rider, Rae Morrison, who due to COVID-19 is spending her winter here and not racing overseas, raced alongside other locals giving it a good nudge in the Kaiteriteri darkness.

After racing everyone heads to the Kai Restaurant to enjoy some Gone Burgers, a pint and a yarn about the racing.

Racing is fortnightly on Thursdays from 6pm. Anyone is welcome to enter via www.bikekaiteriteri. co.nz

Race winners –Male 1st – Seamus O’Donnell 1:04:24.8

2nd – Caleb Hill 1:05:42.4

3rd – Patrick Higgins1:06:31.2

Race winners –Female 1st – Rae Morrison 47:51.8

There were only three twos on the day Kevin Fell, Kerry McConchie and Stan Patching. The ladies played an LGU round.

Best Gross Donna Mitchell 86

Best Nett Jan Overall 69

Second Diane Strong 71

Third Alison McMillan 71

Ladies Golf

Ross trophy. 14 07 20. Tuesday. Best gross 92 Emily Greenhough. Best nett. Penny Brown 74. Anne Lawrence 74. Grace Latimer 75 Lorraine Moorhead 75. Closest to pin Sandra Ilton 2s Jane Adams =

Motueka

Bowling Club

Results of the second Krammer Holdings sponsored Open Triples bowling tournament held at the Motueka Bowling Club on Saturday, 18 July 2020.

16 teams participated in this tournament as only the artificial green was available to play on.

Results

1st Barabara McGregor, Di Hancock, Betty Grundy 4 wins, 17 ends, 42 points

2nd Justine Cowman, Daryl Knapp, Snow Grooby 3 wins, 21 ends, 37 points

3rd Paul Baken, Jamie Hoult, John Hanton 3 wins, 19ends, 40 points

Lucky team draw: Graeme Prince, Alison Kyle, Lynne Rosewarne

Motueka Bridge

Moutere High-Low results

North/South

Anthony Clarke & Justine Thompson 62.24%

Geoff Tucker & June Tippett 61.20%

Janette Edwards & Janet Howell 55.47%

East/West

Karen Logan & Lorna Wilson 59.94%

Malcolm Macleod & Ashley Mooney 55.97%

Anne Cegarra & Ruth Field 54.83%

Handicap results

North/South

Geoff Tucker & June Tippett 67.52%

Anthony Clarke & Justine Thompson 66.83%

Janette Edwards & Janet Howell 62.70%

2nd – Michelle Walker49:12.0

3rd – Emma Bateup49:41.1

East/West

Karen Logan & Lorna Wilson 59.85%

Marjorie Boult & Dawn Bensemann 54.67%

Anne Cegarra & Ruth Field 54.83%

Will Schmetz and Stein Schreiber on attack.

Riders prepare for a race through the Kaiteriteri mountain-bike Park.

Photo: Nettie Stow.

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

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

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

CARERS SUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer, or recovering from cancer. Come and meet others and discuss what you would find helpful from this group. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

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

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Do you fancy a new challenge? Learn a brass instrument and join the Motueka District Brass. Email motueka.brass@ gmail.com or phone 02102233244

MO T UEK A GRG S U PP O RT GR OU P Welcomes Grandparents/Kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month 1-3pm St Andrew’s Lounge 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed & supportive time with others. Phone 0211337299.

MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS This Friday 24th July Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah St from 1.45-3pm meet and greet $3 Door charge includes afternoon tea. All welcome. Contact Maureen 02102600432

NELSON CAMERA CLUB meets 2nd and 4th Mondays most months. Up Stairs Netball rooms, Saxton Field @ 7/30pm. We welcome all photographers from beginners to experienced. Programme on www.nelsoncameraclub.co.nz Contact 021 2360 847.

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END OF LIFE CHOICE REFERENDUM? What will it mean to you? Free non-political public presentation by Suzy Austen. Fairfield House, Van Diemen Street, NN, Sunday August 16, 2pm. Information: 543 2602.

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday

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

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

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

MINISTRY OF INSPIRATION PRESENTS CHRIS HARRIS, CEO HOLOCAUST CENTRE OF NZ Being an Upstander: Looking to the Past for Answers for the Future A Holocaust educator, Chris Harris speaks to the enduring lessons the Holocaust offers modern society. Saturday, August 1st - Waimea College 6-8pm Eventbrite Ticketing KOHA ACCEPTED Info: 02102793563

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

SENIORNET MOTUEKA SeniorNet Motueka runs a wide variety of courses for computers, laptops, tablets and phones in Apple, Windows, Android & ios. Phone Maureen on 02102600432 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

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

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TAIT

Heather Jean (nee Lummis)

18/11/1936 - 14/7/2020

Lovely wife of Alan for 62 years, slipped away 3 days after her stroke.

Loved daughter of the late Clarry & Ethel Lummis (nee Goodall).

Mother & mother-nlaw of Colin, Roger, Noel & Sharyn, and Penny & Ronnie. Nanna of Brajan & Stevie (Penny/Ronnie), and Courtney & Rochelle (Noel/Sharyn). Great grandmother of Piper & Malachi (Brajan).

Sister of Anne (dec) & Terry Devereaux, Alick (dec) & Pauline, Trevor (dec) & Karrin, and Barbara & Robert Atkins. Sister n law of Don (dec) & Joanne (dec), Ray (dec) & Audrey Kitto, Ross (dec) & Nola, Giff (dec) & Wanda, Doreen (dec) & Doug Blundell (dec), Murray Berkett (dec) & Margot McGowan. Heather’s funeral service was held on Monday 20 July 2020.

Golden Bay Funeral Directors www.gbmfs.co.nz

in memoriam

BOB WATSON

One year ago we lost the best friend one could ask for.

From the Robinson Family.

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

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Motueka District Toy Library AGM

Wednesday 29th July at 7.15pm

Seeking expressions of interest for a chairperson to head our amazing committee. Enquire at the Toy Library for further information.

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property to let EXCELLENTRETAIL

SHOP in Arcade at 265 High St. $115pw tel 5278261.

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

With 140 years of helping New Zealanders with their legal and financial matters, there’s almost no situation we haven’t studied or solved. From wills to family trusts, we can o er expert advice and tailor made solutions to any family situation.

The team at Public Trust Nelson can visit your home in Motueka, or meet you at Morrison Square, Level 1, Suite 3/244 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010. Give us a call on 0800 371 471 to book an appointment or for more information. publictrust.co.nz

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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.

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TASMAN BL ASTING SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nz or office@tasmansodablasting.co.nz Ph. 0225288159

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

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GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING PH TIM GLADSTONE T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

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NEWSLINE UPDATES

Keep in touch with Antenno

Council is using a free mobile app called Antenno that sends you alerts and noti cations about places and topics you care about, like reminders about recycling or road closures.

Second Hand Sunday returns this weekend!

If you have unwanted items at home, it’s not too late to register for Second Hand Sunday this weekend (26 July). Register online at tasman.govt.nz to share your address. If you want to fossick, the address list will be published at midday on Friday 24 July on our website. Remember that items should be put out on your property and not on the footpath, and if anything is left it should be brought back in at the end of the day. Go to tasman.govt.nz, search = Second Hand Sunday for more info.

Golden Bay Local Board consultation underway

The Local Government Commission has released its consultation document on the application to establish a local board in Golden Bay and its nancial implications for the whole district.

The Commission now has to identify the level of support and opposition to any proposed changes in the area. In order to do this, they have prepared a document showing what a Golden Bay local board might look like, what it might do and what it might cost.

Copies of the consultation document have been distributed to homes throughout the wider Tasman District due to the potential nancial impact on all ratepayers and the opportunity for all Tasman residents to comment on or provide an alternative to the proposal. The Council will be considering its submission to the proposal over the next couple of weeks. Read the Local Government Commission document on their website, lgc.govt.nz.

Submissions are invited until Friday 14 August 2020.

Only plastics 1, 2 and 5 in your recycling please

Council is now only accepting plastics containers labelled as 1, 2, and 5 as these can be recycled locally. Plastics numbered 3, 4, 6 and 7 are no longer able to be recycled in New Zealand so they must go in your rubbish from now on. So please think about the plastics that you buy (check the number in the recycling triangle, usually found on the base to make sure you’re getting 1, 2 and 5) and reduce plastic use where you can.

There are two ways you can use Antenno: receive noti cations from us about the places you have marked as important to you, or reporting issues and giving feedback. Antenno lets you choose the places you want to be alerted about, so you're not being alerted about things that don't a ect you. You can expect to see updates from Council on a wide range of things.

For reporting issues, the app conveniently adds the location to a photo and so we can log the problem, including a description of it and your contact details. It's an easy way to get in touch with us. Antenno is simple and easy to use and no personal information or log on details are required. Download it for free from your app store today.

Dangerous roadside trees removed for free

In conjunction with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), Tasman District Council is o ering a free service to remove hazardous trees from rural roadsides.

The aim of this project is to improve the safety of our roads and redeploy workers from all industries a ected by the COVID-19 response.

We’d like to know about any problems in your area, particularly:

• Overhanging trees or branches that could fall onto the footpath or road.

• Overgrown trees that reduce road users' views of the road. Fill in the online submission at tasman.govt.nz (search = tree hazard), or email us at projects@tasman.govt.nz, with your name, contact phone number, the location of the hazard and a brief description of the problem. If you can, please provide photos.

Community planting days

Head along to a fun family planting day on the Waimea Inlet.

• Sunday 26 July 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Maisey Embayment/ Pukeko Lane (parking and access from Pukeko Lane).

• Sunday 2 August 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Māpua Embayment/ Seaton Valley Stream (parking and access at 126 Aranui Rd). Please bring gloves, spade and drinking water. Wear solid footwear and clothes suitable for the weather conditions. For more information and future planting day dates, visit the website tet.org.nz or email bandedrail@gmail.com.

Register your dog now

In order to avoid a penalty fee, you must register your dog by the end of July.

You can register your dog in person or by mail to any Council service centre, or pay online.

Register in person

Use the form mailed to you or download a form at tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration. Bring it to any Council service centre to make payment.

Register by mail

Post your completed form and payment to any Council service centre.

Pay by bank transfer or online

You can pay your registration fee by:

• Bank transfer to our account 12-3193-0002048-03. Online with a credit card (fees apply). In both cases you will need your owner number. Visit tasman.govt.nz/ services/make-a-payment.

Stay safer on our roads this winter

Over winter we all need to take extra care on our roads. That goes for everyone – motorists, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians too.

• Drive with lights on dip in rain, snow or fog.

• Use your vehicle's demister or air conditioning to keep windows clear.

• Watch out for sun strike in the winter sunlight. Cover your windscreen on frosty nights or use an ice scraper or cold water to totally clear your screen of ice.

• Wear bright lights and colours when walking or cycling.

• Take your time – it only takes a split second to lose control in wet or icy conditions.

Increase your following distance – stopping distances can increase by up to ten times.

Watch out for ice in shady areas and on bridges. Come in and pick up a free ice scraper and windscreen cloth from any Council service centre while stocks last.

COUNCIL MEETINGS

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

Regulatory Committee

Thursday 23 July, 9.30 am. Public forum.

Community Awards Subcommittee

Thursday 23 July, 2.00 pm. No public forum.

Full Council

Thursday 30 July, 9.30 am. Public forum.

Operations Committee

Thursday 6 August, 9.30 am. Public forum.

Football proving popular in Motueka

Football is very much alive and well in Motueka. Motueka AFC has grown in numbers over the past five years, to a point that they are one of the bigger clubs in the Top of the South.

The club is spearheaded by a small committee of eight, who organise the daily running of the club, including finances, fundraising, summer football, coaches and team selection. This com-

mittee also liaise with Nelson Bays Football, on behalf of the club members, for coaches and referee courses, game times and fixtures.

This season there are three men’s teams entered in the Nelson Bays competition including, for the first time, a Masters team of over 35’s. Motueka AFC have a women’s team in the 1st division, whose members

range from high-school age to mothers. They also have three youth teams, one in the 15/16th grade and two in the 13/14th grade. These teams play their games in Motueka, at Memorial and Goodman Parks, Nelson fixtures and travel as far as Golden Bay and Blenheim. The junior club is also well-represented with six teams covering 12th grade down to 7/8th grade, competing

at fixtures in Motueka, Golden Bay and the Nelson area. Every Saturday morning, a group of young players, under-seven, can be seen at Goodman Park competing in the local First Kicks grade.

This year the season was postponed due to Covid-19 with many of the players wondering if football would even start for the 2020 season. But, with only

three weeks notice, the opening games were set and both senior and junior teams took to the field on Saturday, 13 June. This was a celebration for NZ football and Motueka AFC alike. It was a test for our players in both fitness and commitment for football, but loyalty to the club and the game has risen against all odds and Football is definitely alive and well in Motueka.

Jack Troughton works the ball.

The Motueka Women’s Football team.