The Guardian - 22 March 2023

Jowett Car Club rolling into town

The next generation of local Jowett car enthusiasts; Juniper Pegg, Ruby Parkins and Daniel Parkins (front) with father and son Alistair and Brian Pegg are excited to be hosting the Club’s annual rally this weekend in Motueka. The public are invited to peruse the cars on Saturday from 9-11.30am when they’ll be lined up on Parklands School field. Read more on page 11.

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How Jack Inglis Beat the System

Jack Inglis is a name most who live in this area will know. Motueka’s hospital is named after him - the Jack Inglis Friendship Aged Care and Rest Home. The story of how Motueka’s hospital was saved from being closed in 1992 is a story that Jack himself has decided to put into print. His book entitled ‘How I Beat the System’ tells his life story and how he and the Friends

of Motueka Hospital Trust managed to save the hospital from closure, raising millions of dollars, and turning it into a ‘state of the art health facility’ for Motueka and the district. Motueka’s Community Hospital was opened on 20th June 2009.

Over a period of three years Jack has worked with Charlotte Squire to write his memoir, “The story of how the hospital came

to be built has never been told, how it’s been paid for,” Jack says, “Peter Talley and I are the only ones left who know about it from the beginning. If it’s not told or documented no one will ever know. I’ve never told the story before, how no-one was ever paid, we did it for nothing.”

Jack has been the initiator or ‘at the helm’ of many local fundraising efforts through-

out the area, raising funds for Motueka Golf Club, Riwaka Rugby Club; gigantic pumpkin growing for Riwaka School, and other charities. Even as far south as Christchurch where he raised funds with a golf tournament for Ranui House, where he and his late wife Anne stayed while she was undergoing cancer treatment.

He was ‘a driving force behind the Kaiteriteri Domain’,

serving on the Domain board for 18 years. But his greatest achievement he says was to get the hospital built and solely owned by the community. At this stage, Jack has only published 60 copies of his memoir and these he is giving to friends and organisations he has been involved with over the years. There are a number of copies at Motueka’s Jack Inglis Friendship Hospital.

Jack Inglis with his memoir.

Connecting with our sea at Kaiteriteri to celebrate Sea Week

To celebrate Sea Week during 4-12 March, Lower Moutere teacher and trustee of Tasman Bay Guardians, Vicki Karetai organised Mana Whaitake –‘Worth it, Connecting to our Sea’ for 11 schools in the district. 260 students from Motueka South, Brooklyn, Dovedale, Tapawera, Lower Moutere, Ngatimoti, Mahana, Tasman, St Peter Chanel, Motueka Steiner School and St Paul’s in Richmond took part in a day of fun, learning and connecting with our sea.

The day was sponsored by Kaiteriteri Recreation Board.

It involved 25-minute sessions of different activities, sciencebased and exercise rotating through nine stations set up on Kaiteriteri Beach, at the estuary, and at the Kaka Pa. Tasman

Bay Guardians ran a species identification activity taking freshwater and estuary samples; there was beach art and a sandcastle competition, bird identification, beach games like Maui Matou. Glenis Paul from the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre at the University of Otago took the session at the estuary looking at the inter tidal zone – how do the species survive and thrive?

At the lookout, Whaea Tania Corbett explained to students the local history and stories of the area.

And at Breakers Bay, students from Motueka High School’s Environment Group were the experts and led Beach Bingo.

As well, there were four other stations at Little Kaiteriteri where 42 year 7 & 8 students

had a two-hour snorkelling experience.

Tasman Bay Guardians had this experience utilising wetsuits and the students were taught to snorkel, briefed and then snorkelled around Torlesse Rock.

“There were defi-

nitely a number of highlights of the day,” says Vicki.

Students provided feedback such as their enjoyment at sharing with the volunteers who care for injured penguins, listening to the activity and way of life for early Maori,

Students enjoyed a variety of activities as they celebrated Sea Week.

the excitement of discovering critters and seeing the creatures living on the rocks.

Vicki is now looking ahead and planning more activities to celebrate and connect with our sea for next year, giving more students the opportunity.

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Mukti Takaka Go to Te Waikoropupu Springs on a clear day. It’s like no where else I’ve ever been.

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Take the time to explore the Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks.

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Tata Beach, it’s very popular, there’s a boat ramp and you can water ski, swim or fish there.

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The Labyrinth Rocks Walkway. It’s close to town and really interesting.

Drivers needed for our Community Bus

Open Music Day on this Sunday

Have you ever been up Sunrise Valley Rd in Upper Moutere and visited the Chandrakirti Meditation Center?

Would you like to help your community?

Would you like to gain new skills?

Would you like to boost your confidence and wellbeing? No special licence required.

Due to the ongoing success of the community bus service, Nelson Tasman Community Transport Trust (NTCTT) are looking for more awesome locals willing to give up their time

once or twice a month, or more frequently if preferred. Contact Rachel on 0204 196 0553 or email marketing.ntctt@gmail.com to find out more.

MOTUEKA COASTAL BUSoperates Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, leaving Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman and Mapua, then onto Richmond Sundial Square and Richmond Aquatic Centre, return-

ing from the Pool at 2.00pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond $10. Pre-booking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543. For timetable, fares and terms of carriage please refer to our website www.ntctt.org. nz.

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The Trust is looking for more members and would value local

Due to the ongoing success of the community bus service, further volunteer drivers are needed.

Experiencing the gardens and the incredible temple are well worth the effort.

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If you are interested in representing the Motueka community on their board, send your contact details via email to admin@ntctt. org.nz.

NTCTT aims to create sustainable transport options for Tasman communities.

NTCTT runs the Wakefield Community Bus and helped to set up and run Mapua Willing Wheels voluntary drivers’ service.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama opened and named the Buddhist temple Nalanda Hall during the 2002 visit to Nelson, it was the most magical occasion for the many people who had the opportunity to meet him.

Chandrakirti means famous moon, the name was given by Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche in 1999, making the centre 24 years old, and still growing. There is an increasing interest in people wishing to understand their minds and the methods to develop a more peaceful and

Meditation is something very easy, yet very ancient and everyone can achieve a deeper sense of wellbeing.

Chandrakirti Centre offers a variety of classes to suit the various levels of interest with resident teacher Tibetan Geshe Jampa Tharchin. The most popular is the Sunday Meditation, every Sunday at 10am, aimed at a general audience who wish to learn and experience meditation.

With all the turmoil we hear on the news and the various anxieties we all have, learning to still the mind and calm the inner thoughts is a very important step in wellbeing. Chandrakirti

Centre plays an important role in our local community providing a place of refuge, wellbeing and learning.

The Center is hosting an Open Music Day this Sunday, 26 March, an opportunity for you to come and visit and enjoy the activities of this festive day.

Music Day features talented local musicians and performers on the main stage with a variety of interactive events in Nalanda Hall. There is a Café serving lunches and cakes, coffee cart, children’s entertainment, tours and produce to buy and more. Check them out on www.chandrakirti. co.nz

WHAT’S HAPPENING atourlibrary

We are celebrating our “first anniversary” at Motueka Library: Te Noninga Kumu throughout March.

Steve Wilbury the Magician, Saturday 25 March, 12noon12.45pm A comical, magical show suitable for all ages, free.

Meet the Artists and Art Tour with Donna McLeod

Wednesday 29 March, 6pm

Use your library card or join the library and borrow books 20- 25 March to win lucky dip prizes & pick up your free Tibetan bookmark.

“Loving the Library” Wall – Collect your brick, write on it why you love your new library, then add it to our community wall. Fun for all ages.

Booklover’s Notebooks – Take & Make kits Collect your free kit from the library and decorate your own notebook. Community Butterfly Art Pick up butterfly shapes, colour in for our Community Butterfly Exhibition.

Paper Artsy, Wednesday 22 March, 10.30am-12pm Enjoy friendly company while creating cards etc with decorative papers.

Building Bricks Club, Monday 27 March, 3.30pm-5pm

Digi Drop in & Telehealth Tuesday 11am-12pm

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Calypsoblues singerguitarist at Chanel Arts

Cult UK/Auckland calypso-blues singerguitarist Tom Rodwell appears in concert solo at the Chanel Arts Centre this Friday, 24 March (7.30pm); he’s toured internationally since 2003, worked as a session musician and collaborator with the likes of Don McGlashan, Lonnie Holley and Robert Lamm (Chicago). He and his band have supported a wide range of blues-roots acts including Blind Boy Paxton, Trinity Roots, Derek Trucks (The Allman Brothers), John Butler Trio, and Kitty, Daisy and Lewis. His most recent record was named as one of top recent albums by the NZ Listener’s Graham Reid. “The subtle and supple shapeshifting “Wood & Waste” reveals depths and delights at every turn,” he wrote. And Auckland student radio 95bFM jazz show host Blind Mango Chutney called “Wood & Waste” the “Best-sounding NZ LP of the last 30 years.”

Tom says you could pigeonhole his music as unconventional, funky roots & rhythm & blues music.

“I write to please myself almost entirely, and make stuff that suits my taste as a listener - so my songs really work as part of a continuum of that kind of music. But I’m also an improviser, so a lot of the ‘story’ of the show is only uncovered in real time at the gig,” says Tom. “Practically what that means is that I’ll probably do a couple of newer songs from recent recording sessions - the best place to write - and draw on a list of weird covers I enjoy.”

Tom says he has very catholic tastes, and he likes a real breadth to a musical journey - and thinks it’s important to include a lot of different emotions or vibes in a concert, even subversive, unserious emotions. So he does versions of calypso music, kooky early rock, and what he calls hard blues - the minimalist stuff without too much period filigree, and his songs fit nicely in there.

But the music is the focus - with Tom working on building up a sound and then seeing what lyrics fit.

Tom Rodwell is performing a solo concert at The Chanel Arts Centre on Friday.

Photo: Liz Clarkson.

Motueka local Jessica Fowler (nee Satherley) has supported countless clients regain their movement and improve their physical wellbeing using physiotherapy. She’s recently opened her own clinic right here in Motueka and invited The Guardian over for a visit.

Background and training

After graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago in 2011, Jess initially worked in Christchurch prior to returning to her home town in the Tasman region in 2012. She’s worked locally within the Nelson/Tasman region since then and in a variety of areas such as the clinic, aged care, community, gym and vocational settings.

With a background in Sport and Exercise Science prior to her physiotherapy career, Jess also has a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Sport and Exercise Science and Physiology from Massey University. Ongoing training is important to her so that she can offer her clients the best possible solutions, which is led to Jess completing many Physiotherapy post-graduate qualifications, some of which include a Post Graduate Certificate in Rehabilitation from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT), becoming a credentialed McKenzie therapist, certified pilates mat instructor, EPIC lift assessor and GLA:D OA trainer. Furthermore she’s completed courses in manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, chronic pain and many other areas.

As musculoskeletal physiotherapist Jess specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect the muscles, bones, joints, and soft tissues of the body. Her goal is to help patients recover from injuries or conditions that affect their ability to move and function properly.

Common conditions Jess can assist you with include:

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To treat these conditions Jess uses a range of techniques, including manual therapy, exercise therapy and education. She can also provide advice on posture, ergonomics, and lifestyle modifications to help prevent further injury or pain. She is an ACC registered physiotherapist, and works with both private clients and ACC referrals. Treatment Techniques

Results focused

There are a number of outcomes you can expect after undergoing treatment with Jess, however, as we are all different, results do depend on each individual. Do expect her to give you some homework to carry out as her goal is to help you manage pain, improve function, and enhance your quality of life.

Improved range of motion and flexibility: Patients with musculoskeletal conditions may experience limited movement or stiffness. Jess can work with you to develop a tailored exercise program to improve your range of motion and flexibility.

Increased strength and endurance: Weakness or muscle imbalances can contribute to musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. An exercise program that targets specific muscle groups to help build strength and endurance can help.

Better posture and body mechanics: Improving posture and body mechanics can help reduce pain and prevent further injury. A physiotherapist can provide education and exercises to help patients improve their posture and movement patterns.

Improved function and quality of life: By addressing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, Jess can help you regain the ability to perform daily activities and improve your overall quality of life.

You can find out more about Jessica Fowler Physiotherapy online at jfphysiotherapy.nz, give her a call on 020 4197 5033 or email jessica@jfphysiotherapy. nz to find out what she can do for you. She has a light, airy and well equipped practice in central Motueka. Bookings are by appointment.

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Jessica Fowler in her new Physiotherapy practice

Guide Dog Puppies Need New PurposeBuilt Kennels

Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dog Puppy Appeal week is taking place across Aotearoa this week. This year Blind Low Vision NZ is focussing on raising funds to support the Guide Dog Kennel Build Appeal.

The current kennels of Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs are now 35 years old, have reached their end of life, and unfortunately, are no longer conducive to the development of the guide dogs in training.

Each year, Blind Low Vision NZ Guide Dogs breed around 100 potential guide dogs, of which around 40 will graduate. However, each year they also have a waiting list of up to 50 New Zealanders waiting for a guide dog to support them to live independent lives. Kiwis who require a guide dog are currently waiting an average of 2 years to be matched.

According to Blind Low Vision NZ CE, John Mulka, the need for guide dogs continues to grow.

“There are currently 180,000 people who are blind, deafblind, or low vision in NZ, but this is expected to increase to 225,000 by 2028.

“Our kennel rebuild is the next step in the shaping of the future success of guide dogs across New Zealand, graduating more successful dogs and ensuring our service is amongst one of the best in the world. Our ambition is to increase the number of dogs who successfully graduate by an additional 20%,” says John.

Laura Kelmere (pictured) was 30 years old with two children when she lost her sight. With two young kids, a partner and even a horse to take care of, life became increasingly painful and dangerous for Laura while she waited for her guide dog.

“When you have kids, you don’t have time to feel sad for yourself. So, I just had

to get on with it. I had to keep getting up to take them to school. I had to keep making them food and getting them to all their games and activities,” says Laura.

Laura needed a guide dog; it was a long wait before Laura and Ryder were finally matched, and Laura’s life changed completely.

Training to become a guide dog is one of the most intensive programmes of all service dogs.

It takes a small army to raise a litter of puppies to be guide dogs, teaching them skills to become a guide dog. It costs around $175,000 to raise, train and keep one guide dog in service and the organisation receives no government funding.

People can help build a new and fitfor-purpose kennel for guide dogs in training. Look out for their Street Collection Volunteers during the Guide Dog Puppy Appeal this Friday, 24 March and Saturday, 25 March or donate online at blindlowvision.org.nz

70-year-old Jowett Car Club cars to visit

Positive Settlement Expo this Sunday

This weekend 28 Jowett cars will roll into Motueka as local Jowett owners and enthusiasts the Pegg family host the annual Jowett Car Club rally, returning to the town for the first time since 1998.

“It’ll be really great to once again meet up with all the fellow enthusiasts coming from both the North and South Island,” says Brian Pegg.

Jowett cars were made in Bradford, England, from 1910 and continued until 1953. The vehicles that will be remembered most in New Zealand are the Javelin Saloon, Jupiter

sports car and the little two-cylinder Bradford trucks and vans, all from the 48-53 era. All models had the trademark horizontally opposed engine.

The Jowett popularity was most prominent in 1951 and cars attending this weekend are from this era, making them around 70-years-old.

“We just love their unique design and the fact they’re the first successful Boxer engine, which they’ve only ever done, in the automotive industry.”

Brian, an owner of a Jowett since 2009 and member of the NZ Club which was established in 1962 for the

past 14 years says the annual rallies are a highlight of the family’s calendar.

“The rallies are the only time we get to meet up with people from afar that we don’t run into very often, and this weekend we’ll have people from Auckland to Canterbury.”

With rally folk rolling into town on Thursday, they’ll hold their AGM that evening, Friday will have them visiting Higgins Park which houses the largest collection of Jowetts in the world; the Ray Win Collection. After lunch rally participants will enjoy a gymkhana event where they

take part in car-based activities.

Saturday provides an opportunity for the public to get up close to these impressive vehicles during the ‘concourse’ event which will see all the cars lined up on Parklands School field and a couple outside Motueka’s Museum from 9-11.30am.

A Sea Shuttle trip into the Abel Tasman National Park takes up most of Sunday before their prize-giving, with the event wrapping up at Toad Hall on Monday morning for breakfast. All of the evening shenanigans are being held in the Lower Moutere Hall.

Are you new to this area from another country? If so then The Positive Settlement Expo is the place for you on Sunday.

Are you new to New Zealand or to Nelson/Tasman area? Do you come from an area or country where things work a little differently? Are you still learning to navigate your way around this region? Then The Positive Settlement Expo is the place for you! This is a new event co-created by the Citizens Advice Bureau Nelson Tasman, Welcoming Communities

Nelson and Tasman, Multicultural Nelson

Tasman, Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council.

Many local and government agencies will be present to introduce how they can help you to settle and find support when and where you need it, guide you on your path to establish your life in our beautiful region and keep us all safe and informed. People will also have the opportunity to meet foreign-speaking locals, cultural groups and communities who will be sharing their culture, language, food and more.

There will be activities for children and free and affordable food and drinks so that you can bring your whole family or group of friends. The Positive Settlement Expo is taking place at Saxton Cricket Pavilion on Sunday, 26 March from 2pm to 5pm, rain or shine. There is plenty of free parking available. Organisers are looking forward to seeing you there and having any newcomers join this Expo.

A limited number of premium Care Suites are now available at Woodlands. Each suite boasts a kitchenette and en-suite bathroom, giving you the space to have a cup of tea with family or simply enjoy your own space filled with treasured possessions from home.

And if your needs increase, you have the peace of mind that you won’t have to move again, because our team will deliver Rest Home or Hospital level care right where you are.

To discover the Woodlands difference, contact our team today for more information.

Some of the Jowett line up at the South Island Rally October 2021 in Hokitika.

Bringing Science and Preparedness Info to Motueka

AF8 [Alpine Fault magnitude 8], in collaboration with leading earthquake scientists and Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Groups, is bringing the award-winning AF8 Roadshow to more than 22 communities in the South Island.

The “AF8 Roadshow: The Science Beneath Our Feet”, sponsored by Toka Tu Ake EQC, will tour the South Island for its third time from March to June 2023, sharing world-leading science with local communities.

The AF8 Roadshow aims to share the Alpine Fault hazard science with communities to improve understanding of the hazard risk and enable conversations on how to be better prepared. This year the tour includes 22 public talks and 11 school sessions, visiting Tuatapere, Winton, Cromwell, Haast, Fox Glacier, Rotoiti St Arnaud, Motueka, Christchurch,

Ashburton, Temuka, Fairlie, Oamaru, Balclutha, Seddon and Linkwater for the first time, and returning to Te Anau, Westport, Greymouth and Hokitika.

“The AF8 Roadshow plays a critical role in raising awareness and increasing our preparedness for the next large Alpine Fault earthquake, and any similar large-scale events. By sharing the science with communities in a context that is relevant to them we can support informed decision-making at a local level. It’s about understanding how our landscape moves, so we can be better prepared to move with it,” says AF8 Programme Manager, Alice Lake-Hammond.

Toka Tu Ake EQC Chief Resilience & Research Officer Dr. Jo Horrocks says that recent weather events have shown how important it is we be prepared for different natural hazards. “Cyclone Gabrielle and other recent storms have

shown how much our lives can be turned upside down by natural hazards. A significant event on the Alpine Fault has the potential to impact the entire South Island and beyond, so it’s so important that we’re well-informed and doing all we can to build our resilience now.”

Associate Prof. Caroline Orchiston, the AF8 Science-lead, stated, “We can’t predict when earthquakes will occur, but scientific research has shown that the Alpine Fault has a history of generating regular, large earthquakes. The next major Alpine Fault event is likely to occur within our lifetime, and we must take steps now to prepare.”

Events are hosted by the six South Island CDEM Groups and supported by world-leading earthquake research and science experts from Resilience to Nature’s Challenges, QuakeCoRE, GNS Science, University

of Otago, University of Canterbury, and the University of Auckland. The AF8 Roadshow is part of an ongoing series of activities designed to support conversations and knowledge sharing around large natural hazard events

like an Alpine Fault earthquake, ensuring that communities and agencies are collectively better prepared.

AF8 [Alpine Fault magnitude 8] is a collaboration between the six South Island’s CDEM Groups, their partner agencies,

stakeholders, and scientists. It commenced in July 2016 and is led by Emergency Management Southland on behalf of the South Island CDEM groups. AF8 aims to share the Alpine Fault hazard and impact science

and preparedness information widely, through communication and engagement activities, to increase awareness, enable conversation and build societal preparedness to natural hazard events in the South Island.

Alice Lake-Hammond presenting the AF8 Roadshow at Wakatipu High School (2019).

Funds raised for cyclone affected communities

The SPC Car Boot sale returns!

Residents of the cyclone ravaged North Island’s east coast are set to benefit from the local community’s generosity with the Motueka Community Store raising $1,200 toward the Flood Relief Fund.

The Store has also contributed a huge amount of goods from the shop that they deemed would be of use including 40 boxes

of clothing, sleeping bags, blankets, work boots, blow-up mattresses and buckets which have all been trucked to the North Island.

On Saturday, 11 March the Hills Community Church in Mapua held a Street Market to also raise funds for Flood Relief.

“There was a wonderful atmosphere for a worthy cause and

our community certainly got behind and supported the event with thanks to the Mapua Community Hall, Talley’s, Mitre 10 and Mapua Kids ‘n’ Koffee,” say organisers.

Nearly $5000 was raised and organisers are looking forward to donating that money to a community north of Gisborne that was devastated by the flooding.

Next Saturday, 1 April from 9am-2pm the St Peter Chanel Car Boot Sale returns at 423 High Street.

So if you have any art or craft to sell, or plants ready for a new home, or you’re even keen to have

An investment that gives back.

a declutter and make some cash book a site today for just $10 by texting or phoning 0275287366.

Head along to grab yourself a bargain, an ice-cream and something to eat. There will be coffee, home bak-

ing, ice cream, cold drinks, sausage sizzle and various other delicious treats to purchase.

Funds raised through this Car Boot sale are to go toward the sealing of a scooter track for the students.

A group of dedicated parents and students have been working away designing and building a scooter track for the students, the next stage is to have this sealed for the ultimate scooter experience.

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The Hills Community Church in Mapua held a Street Market to raise funds for Flood Relief.

Layton Turnbull, Ike Coppins and Wyatt Burnett have all been instrumental in getting the track ready to be sealed and are looking forward to the Car Boot Sale.

The sun is shining and it’s a stunning Golden Bay day as we make our way to the Rural Service Centre in Takaka. Nestled next to a paddock of friendly cows and a stone’s throw from town it’s the ideal location for a vet clinic and retail store. Well thought out, with plenty of parking, we find a shady space under a leafy tree for the car and head inside to meet the dedicated team looking after both local farmers and the Golden Bay community.

paradise. After a warm friendly welcome from Country Store Manager Mike Mandshande and Board Chair Nigel Harwood we sat down to find out more about this valuable resource and the support they have created for our rural communities over the last 70 years.

Solutions focused community support

Founded in 1952, the Rural Service Centre was set up by Golden Bay farming families, spearheaded by local identity Ben Hurst. In the early fifties a vet would fly up from Christchurch to service local farms. As the area developed their farming sector, so did their need for a permanent veterinarian.

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Alice Reilly, Jeff Riordan and Mike Manshande of the Rural Service Centre in Golden Bay

Golden Bay Vet Centre’s vet operations to form the Rural Service Centre with the aim of providing Golden Bay Farmers with supplies, advice, knowledge and support.

Around 130 members pay a small annual membership fee, which gives them a number of benefits and discounts. Members also have voting rights when it comes to selecting board members. The Rural Service Centre is led by General Manager Jeff Riodan who oversees the operation. It’s a professional governance structure and one does not have to be a member to purchase products or use services.

With its roots firmly grounded in the community the Rural Service Centre has made a visible difference on many levels and continue to do so.Annually the Rural Service Centre contributes around $20K back in to their local community, whilst continuing to upgrade and improve their own services.

Your local veterinarian

On the day of our visit, the Vet Clinic is involved in an important community service and it was absolutely heartwarming to witness. Those involved weren’t making a big deal about it, after all it’s what they do here, help the community.

Snuggled under fluffy blankets are rescue cats from the Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society. Vets and nurses carry out their work de-sexing, worming and vaccinating these gorgeous bundles of fur before the once abandoned moggies are ready to find new homes. Its solutions like this which make a real difference.

We were privileged to have a behind the scenes tour and witness the love and attention the dedicated vet-

erinarian team gives their patients. In fact a colleague revealed that she went to see them to euthanise her elderly frail family cat. Naturally such experiences can be very difficult for the owner, but she couldn’t praise them enough for their support, care and understanding of such a delicate process.

It’s reassuring to know their team genuinely care, right down to the colour of a patients dressing. Yes, we saw a chocolate Labrador with the biggest smile on its face sporting a magnificent bright pink bandage on its front leg.

• We have been providing Transport, Construction and Earthmoving Services since 1928.

• Our modern fleet of trucks comprise of everything from Bulk Tippers, Curtainsiders, Flat Decks, Livestock units and more.

• We have a complete range of Contracting Machinery that can tackle anything from Subdivisions to Quarry work.

• We supply all types of Gravel, Aggregates, Agricultural Lime, Fertilisers and Dolomite.

Proud suppliers of quality stock feed to the Rural Service Centre

The well stocked retail area of the vet clinic where you can pick up all manner of animal care products

canine is in no hurry to leave and we muse that its experience must have been just as impressive as its colourful dressing.

The Vet Clinic was established with a primary focus on large animals and you’ll often see their team on the farm taking care of their needs. There’s also a 24hr call out service for local farmers. Led by Vet Clinic Manager Vanessa Harwood they are a tightknit group of 12 animal lovers made up of five veterinarians, alongside nurses and frontline staff. The centre is very modern and well equipped with its own x-ray room and animal dental facilities.

If you live in Golden Bay and own an animal, do pop in for a visit. They have a large retail area where you can pick up all manner of animal care products and they have some incredible competitions too.

The Country Store

Unlike many retail operations and commercial clinics the Rural Service Centre is a not for profit entity. This means it does not distribute profits to a set of directors or stockholders. Instead any generated surplus is reinvested back into both the centre and the community, whether it’s a new clinic, reduced fees, discounted treatments, or simply running morale-boosting social events during tough times, the Rural Service Centre can do things here that aren’t always commercially viable elsewhere.

“We believe in partnership that supports family, farm and the community,” is their underlying ethos. CONGRATULATIONS

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The Rural Service Centre’s drive through pick up zone

Proud to support dairy farmers throughout Golden Bay with a hassle-free mating.

You can find all manner of farming supplies at their Country Store from fencing to irrigation, feed to fertiliser and everything in between. In fact you would be hard pressed to find something you don’t need. A drive through service makes life easier for farmers and they have recently added on a well-stocked garden centre with all manner of plants and tree’s available. If they haven’t got what you are looking for just ask.

Instore shelves are neatly stocked with a vast array of merchandise, hose reels, hand tools, spraying equipment, spare parts and farming equipment line the walls. Nearby is a well thought out selection of clothing with the rural sector and local lifestyle in mind. You’ll find all of the top brands including Stoney Creek and Swanndri at incredible prices.

There’s footwear too, gumboots, tramping boots and both winter and summer staples. They even have merino underwear for the colder months and of course warm fluffy socks.

On the counter we notice a delicious basket of fresh organic avocados, at just $1.30 each you would be hard pressed to find a better price at this time of year. Mike explains they often have produce in store at similar prices, what a find! There’s also other unexpected items to discover from children’s books to yoghurt makers, Tui Balm to sunglasses.

The Rural Service Centre really is your one stop rural supplies store and veterinarians, but it’s so much more than that. It’s where to go for advice and rural support, a place to catch up with locals and make new friends and most importantly you will feel good in the knowledge that when you support the Rural Service Centre you also support the Golden Bay community as a whole.

You can find them at 64 Meihana St, Takaka and online at www.rsc.co.nz and www.facebook.com/rscvet give them a call on 03-525-8011 for the vet or 03-525-9113 for the store.

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MJ Fraser Logging - Celebrating 50 Years

rst skidder. It was a CAT518, and the rst step into mechanisation when a grapple was tted to it the following year. With a strong focus on health and safety in the industry, Mike took full ownership of the company in 1990 with the vision to create a fully-mechanised operation. Finally taking the leap, and not without some trepidation, Fraser Logging purchased a Hahn Harvester in 1994 to mechanically process logs and, subsequently, a CAT325 with a waratah processing head in 1998. A successfully won contract for Weyerhaeuser New Zealand in 1999 saw a growth period for the business and the beginning of the 740 crew. Mike continued investment to training his sta , and his contribution and input to forestry in the region

Renowned and well-respected for their dedication to providing a better workplace environment, MJ Fraser Logging are celebrating 50 years in the industry. Owned by fourthgeneration logger Mike Fraser, whose name is synonymous with providing change and growth within the logging sector, we take a look at where it all began, and MJ Fraser Logging’s journey to becoming one of the region's most successful and in uential operators in the region.

Robin Fraser, Mike’s great grandfather was the rst in a long line of Frasers whose lives have been intrinsically linked to New Zealand forests. He was born in the late 1800’s and worked in forestry at Nydia Bay in the Marlborough Sounds.

Roy Fraser, Mike’s grandfather was born in 1902 and followed in Robin’s footsteps, operating

a hauler for Oddland’s in the North Island’s Wairarapa. Don Fraser, Mike’s father was born in 1930 and continued on the family tradition working in forestry and lived in a hut in the bush with his brother Bill, cutting posts and rewood in 1948. e two brothers worked in a forestry crew in 1950, and then made the move to the South Island to work on Rabbit Island in the early 50’s using cross-cut saws and axes to trim trees.

In the late 50’s Don went to work for the Hunt Brothers. On the hauler side they used a horse to pull the main rope out. Don competed in a range of industry competitions, winning various New Zealand chopping records, and the New Zealand Jigger Board Championship in the late 60’s which resulted in an invitation to chop for HRH

Queen Elizabeth II at Trafalgar

Park during a Royal Tour.

In 1972 Don and his wife Doreen purchased the logging business from Bob Hunt and this was the beginning of the Fraser 03 crew and Fraser Logging family business. Back then the crew, consisting of one loader, a bulldozer and ve men, produced approximately four to ve truckloads per day. Mike joined his father in the operation in 1980. An experienced mechanic, Mike was surprised at the lack of quali cations and training systems required to work in the industry and used this as a driving motivation for change and growth into leading the business.

Working side by side with his father for many years, Fraser Logging purchased their rst new machine in 1981 – a CATD6D dozer - and by the mid 80’s they had purchased their

Mike Fraser and his team continue to make their mark in the industry and lead the way forward to new era of logging.

has seen him and his team receive numerous awards for their excellence within the industry. Since its inception, the strength of the business has been within its people, and their wellbeing continues to be one of the driving forces behind its success.

In 2022 Fraser Logging gained the OneFortyOne tender to carry out harvesting and road engineering on approximately 2000 hectares of forest in the Manuka Island forest estate in the top of the Wairau Valley. It was a four hundred thousand tonne contract and the rst time Fraser Logging had entered into a deal including roading. e company now employs 37 people, including management, collaboratively totes up 351 years of service, and their four fully mechanised crews produce approximately 340 thousand tonnes per year working in the OneFortyOne forests. Hugely valuable to the forestry industry, Mike Fraser is considered a real leader and a true professional

Proud to support MJ Fraser Logging

amongst his peers. He draws on an extensive rugby background, having played NPC for Nelson Bays and coached at Mako level, bringing through many of those sporting practices into his business, saying “Rugby is doing some really cool stu and I have tried to utilise what happens there. We can teach people how to use a chainsaw, how to operate a machine, and other skills that are needed, but we need to give them the tools to grow and see them be who they really are.”

Decades before mental health was widely discussed, Mike knew that ensuring his workers had solid support around them would lead to success and enlisted the help of a psychologist to support his crew.

Jim Forsyth has been providing psychological and counselling support to Fraser logging for many years and says that Mike is clearly motivated not only to run a great operation but is also acutely conscious that an organisation is only as good as its people.

“I have always admired Mike’s proactive and caring approach to the welfare of his sta . I have invariably found him approachable, generous with his time and resources, and keen to make a positive contribution to people’s lives.”

eir continual dedication to health and safety, training plans and developing leadership skills

A true legend in the forestry industry, Mike Fraser.

result in a multi-skilled e cient workforce who are dedicated to the business. Recent 2022 Top of the South Forestry awards for MJ Fraser Logging saw Mike being honoured as Hero of the Industry for his massive investment, contribution and input to for-

estry in the region, and also winning Training Company/ Contractor of the Year. In 2021 team members of MJ Fraser Logging were recognised for their outstanding contributions at the Top of the South Forestry Awards, taking away runner-up for NZ Apprentice of the Year, Crew of the Year and winners of the Harvesting Excellent and overall winner - Skilled Professional of the Year. A true legend in the industry, Mike and his family have drawn on their extensive knowledge and experience to create a thriving and respected work culture that is second to none. Mike’s long-standing enthusiasm for technology introduced a safer working environment for his sta at a very early stage and paved the way for a more e cient and better work

environment for all. e addition of Mike’s daughter to the team now makes for a family of h generation loggers who continue to make their mark in the industry and lead the way forward to a new era of logging.

“On re ection of the last 50 years, while so much has changed in the industry, one thing has remained constant, and that is the need to grow and develop both personally as individuals and professionally as a business.

Fraser Logging has always believed in the wellbeing of our people being the key to the future of our business.”

Mike Fraser is quick to praise others in the region, tipping his hat to the world-leading technology and innovation that continues to happen.

Tasman Heavy Diesel would like to give a huge congratulations to Mike and the team on your well deserved success, over the last 50 years. We are honoured to work alongside you on your Journey.

14 O’Connor Road, Richmond, Nelson (03) 544 2777 or 027 344 3699 | matt@thd.nz

CONGRATULATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS

M J FRASER LOGGING ON 50 YEARS

M J FRASER LOGGING ON 50 YEARS

M J FRASER LOGGING ON 50 YEARS

We know your business like you know the forest. We are your power on the ground.

We know your business like you know the forest. We are your power on the ground.

CONGRATULATIONS

We know your business like you know the forest. We are your power on the ground.

M J FRASER LOGGING ON 50 YEARS

We know your business like you know the forest. We are your power on the ground.

Throughout our history we’ve supported New Zealand’s forestry industry. Our connection to the land and the grounded nature of our people and our relationships, speak for themselves.

We know your business like you know the forest. We are your power on the ground.

Throughout our history we’ve supported New Zealand’s forestry industry. Our connection to the land and the grounded nature of our people and our relationships, speak for themselves.

Throughout our history we’ve supported New Zealand’s forestry industry. Our connection to the land and the grounded nature of our people and our relationships, speak for themselves.

Throughout our history we’ve supported New Zealand’s forestry industry. Our connection to the land and the grounded nature of our people and our relationships, speak for themselves.

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Cat® brings the power of unparalleled world class products and systems you know and rely on.

Cat® brings the power of unparalleled world class products and systems you know and rely on.

Throughout our history we’ve supported New Zealand’s forestry industry. Our connection to the land and the grounded nature of our people and our relationships, speak for themselves.

Cat® brings the power of unparalleled world class products and systems you know and rely on.

Proud to be associated with Mike Fraser Logging. Congratulations on being in business 50 years.

e Fraser boys on the job; Don Fraser with his sons Mike (le ) and Tony (right)

Grab a buddy and get muddy!

PRIZES FOR THE BEST ECO DRESS-UP!

GREAT SPOT PRIZES! Including... 2 x BIKES FROM ‘MY RIDE’ RICHMOND.

FOOD, COFFEE,

Tasman School’s Muddy Buddy Adventure Fun Run is back! Get ready to get muddy next Sunday, 2 April and raise funds for Tasman School. Register now! tasman.school.nz/muddy-buddy

Since its launch 15 years ago, steered by adventure racing world champions and Tasman locals Nathan and Jodie Fa’avae, Tasman School’s Muddy Buddy has grown into a unique and well-run occasion, attracting thousands.

MOTUEKA

Proud to support 2023 Muddy Buddy

235 High Street, Motueka

Ph: 03 528 9220 Email: Motueka@mitre10.co.nz

Opening Hours:

Monday-Friday: 7.30am-6pm

Saturday-Sunday: 8.30am-5pm

Public Holidays: 8.30am-5pm

THE ROCK FELLA

10 KING EDWARD STREET PORT MOTUEKA

Phone: 022 137 4574

The Rock Fella@facebook www.rockfella.nz

We hope you enjoy your 2023 Muddy Buddy experience

Muddy Buddy is full of fun. Photos of previous episodes tell the story best! Almost a rite of passage for locals, the event is a great opportunity to bring a group of people together – family members, sports teams and clubs, co-workers, or special-interest groups – to let loose and play.

Also on offer is a variety of refreshments, including delicious hot food, coffee and ice cream, to satisfy hungry tummies. Attendees can have a go at the silent auction, meander through the white elephant stall and, for the little ones of course, bounce their hearts out on the bouncy castle!

Spot prizes for fun run participants this year include two brand new bikes, kindly donated by MyRide Richmond. Creativity, too, can be well rewarded. Key to the fun is the fancy dress element, with prizes for the best looks. Teams are encouraged to decorate themselves in ECOfriendly costumes that can be composted, recycled or reused. Shoes – essentially an old pair - are compulsory.

Grossi Point Yacht Club’s regatta (continued

Loyal Grossi Point Yacht Club Regatta 2023 Results

OPEN CLASS

RACE ONE 1 Laser Lloyd Knowles FT

2 Laser 4.7 Jan Mitchell

3 Navigator Peter and Angela Murton

RACE TWO1 Phase 2 Glen Stevens and Ann Wright

2 Laser Lloyd Knowles FT

3 420 John Leydon and Alex Martin

from page 28)

CRUISERS

RACE ONE1 Idle Along Peter Walker, Tony Stephens and Ruby Frost FT

2 SS Cutter Pamir Kal Incendy, Jesse Loader, Charlie Fillary, Hunter Incendy

3 Minisail David Strong

RACE TWO1 Idle Along Peter Walker, Tony Stephens and Ruby Frost FT

2 SS Cutter Tamaha Alan Wright, Connor Brennan, Malcolm Brennan, Tom Fillary

CATAMARANS

RACE ONE1 Hobie 16 Graham and Anna Battersby FT

2 Hobie Wave Chris Cowell and Peter O’Halloran

3 Kayak TrimaranBrett Glass

RACE TWO1 Kayak TrimaranBrett Glass FT

2 Hobie Wave Chris Cowell and Peter O’Halloran

*Continued from page 28.

The spectators had plenty to watch, and a

clap and a cheer as the boats crossed the finish line was a welcome touch.

The shore crew included Katrina Ballantine and Alison Howitt doing the starts,

Tristan Roper, and Graham and Anna Battersby laying the marks. The Rescue

NBS Motueka Golf Club

Men’s Net Results for Wednesday, 8 March

1st Richard Deighton 68 2nd Lloyd Goodall

John Frater

Men’s Results for Wednesday, 15 March playing Irish

1st Kevin Armstrong

3rd Alan Mckenzie 79

Ian Shirley 77

Kevin Beach 76 Results for Saturday, 11 March for the Monthly Medal Mug Winner Glen Fitzpatrick Net 63

2nd Net Graham Shaw 73

3rd Net Karl Heke 75

C Grade 1st Net Bob Ilton 70 2nd Net Geoff Park 71

3rd Net Mark Carrington 73

closest to the pin Ladies Glenda Molgat

Men Glen Fitzpatrick

Ladies Stableford

1st Jocelyn Thomson38

2nd Linda Ujihara 37

3rd Jacquie Martin35

4th Liz Hall 34 c/b

Boat was skippered by Amanda Brett with Tamaha Sea Scouts Juliette Brett and Tye

Incendy crewing. Major sponsor was the Mapua Four Square, thanks for pro-

viding the Chocolate fish traditionally given to each competitor after racing at this regatta.

Motueka Bridge

Monday, March 13 – Championships Round 2 of 9

NORTH-

D Grade 1st Net Kevin Beach 70 c/b

2nd Net Rex Edwards 70

3rd Net Jim Gallagher 72 Lower Moutere Store

The Men’s Competitions have been extended to include a 9 hole Stableford round.

Every Sunday morning at 10 for 10.30. Open to all members and new members would be more than welcome. Come and have a game!

SOUTH

1st Susan Rowe / Annie Millard 59.94%

2nd Carolyn Gatenby / Kathryn Brookes 59.11%

3rd Faith Jackson / Linda Thurow

56.2%

EAST-WEST

1st Barry Simpson / Clive Thomas 62.03%

2nd Barbara Gordon / Doug Elliott 56.72%

3rd Wayne Keith / Mike Howell

52.51%

Tuesday – March 14 - Junior Championships –Round 2 of 9

1st Vivienne Fox / Tom Fox 62.5%

2nd Anthony Clarke / Faith Jackson 58.75%

Photos: Raewyn Wood.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

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

DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

AGE CONCERN TEA & TALK 24a Tudor Street The Shed- Every Wednesday 10 am. Phone 027-9214074

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

BETTER BREATHERS CLASSMOTUEKA is back on for 2023! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held on Mondays, 11.30am – 12.30pm, at the functional fitness room, Motueka Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. $5 per class. Car park entry to the class available. For more information, please contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 027 5267675 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

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

CAR BOOTSALE St Peter Chanel School 1 Apri 9am - 2pm. Contact 0275287366 to book a site.

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

GATEWAYTO 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 also can connect you with other agenesis for the right support needed. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka Email: admin@ght.co.nz

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

INDOOR BOWLS - Monday & Wednesday 1.153pm. Motueka Over 50s Hub 10 Pah St Contact Jude 027 3244226. All abilities. All Welcome.

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

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

KNIT & NATTER Wednesdays 10am - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359 All Welcome

MOTUEKA ELYSIUM FORWIDOWS & WIDOWERS meet Mondays 9.30 am at Muses Cafe, High Street for coffee & chat, friendship & support. Ph Carol 5285027

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Do you have a project that you need help with? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, College St, College St, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9am-12pm

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355

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

MOTUEKA DISTRICT TOYLIBRARY Motueka District Toy Library on 44 Pah st. Open 10am11:30am Tuesday and Thursday, and Saturday 10am - 12pm. Annual membership $30. Hundreds of toys for all ages

MOTUEKA COASTAL BUS service operates on behalf of Nelson Tasman Community Transport Trust on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, leaves Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman & Mapua, then onto Richmond & Richmond Aquatic Centre, returns 2pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond $10. Pre-booking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543

MOTUEKA LIONESS CLUB Jams, sauces, pickles. Stall outside New World Motueka for one day only on

the 30th March.

MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB meets every Wed 7.30pm, Lower Moutere hall., from 8th March. Fun and social, supper after. Beginners welcome, (start 7pm). More info ph Fay 03 5433650, 021 0393559, Beth 021 2093236

MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB Would you like to go walking on the weekends but are not sure where to start? Start with your local club: www.motuekatrampingclub.org

MOTUEKA RSA FISHING CLUB AGM Thursday 30th March at 7.30 at the RSA. New members welcome. MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP Walks every Thursday. For information contact our Secretary at secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com 0212640403 and check our website www.motueka50pluswalkers. org.nz

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail. com, 24hrs notice required.

NELSON ASTHMA SOCIETY Better Breathers Class Motueka is back on! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Warf Road, Mondays at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $5 per class. Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

NELSONHOSPICE The Motueka shop needs voulnteers! If you would like to voulnteer for us please inquire at the shop or call us at the Motueka shop on 03 528 1178

NELSON RAILWAY Founders Park. The Railcar will run from 11am both Saturday & Sunday this weekend, weather permitting. Check our facebook page and website for updates.

NVCPRACTICEGROUPS (2) starting in Motueka

Thursday October 2022 – 1pm contact Vikki Lee at vikkijlee@gmail.com and 7pm contact Margaret McCallum at margaret@margaretmccallum.com.

Koha for use of space

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meet 1st

Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137

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

RED CROSSMOTUEKA BRANCH Fundraising shop open Monday to Friday, 10am until 2pm. Community House, Decks Reserve. We sell clothing, household linen and books. Donations of sellable goods appreciated.

RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1 - 4pm friendly group includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359. All welcome.

RUM MORRIS DANCERS. Light hearted musicians and dancers. 7pm Tuesday at the Lower Moutere Scout Den. Embrace your inner unicorn with these delightful people. rummorris@gmail.com.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA Keep up to date, safe and protected with technology and the information revolution. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 021 109 5902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

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

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKINGGROUP

Meeting on Thursdays at 9AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03 528 8358

TOASTMASTERSMOTUEKA Toastmasters Motueka meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hospital, Courtney St, Motueka.

6.45pm start. Gain speaking confidence, friendly environment. More info, Ph Peter 027 746 8311 WALK 4 HEALTH EVERY Wednesday 10am, at Mot Community Garden, 30 min walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness and size. Contact 027 930 5310 or welontrack@gmail.com

Antiques

ANTIQUES/ COLLECTABLES

NZ Paintings & Books, Musical Instruments, Toys, Cameras, Clocks, Silver, Fine China, Morris Minor ect. Closing Shop after 22 Years! Don’t miss the bargins week at Slouchebys Antiques, The Castle, 75 Gladstone Rd Richmond. Ph 544 0723

Open Mon - Sat

$$$ FOR YOUR ANTIQUE furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, (weekdays 9am4pm).

Trades

TA SMAN B LASTING

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

Wanted to Buy

CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES

SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY

VINTAGE / QUALITY

TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS

GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS

COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING

PH TIM GLADSTONE

T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

WE O FFER FREE found listings. Phone us on 528 2088 with the details or call into the office at 19 Wallace Street, Motueka. HAVE YOUGOT A RENTAL AVAILABLE?

Dentures

N EW D EN T URES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

For Sale

FURNITURE

Closing shop after 22 years. Desks, Chests of Drawers, Tables & Chairs, Welsh Dressers, Bookcases, Display Cabinets, Rugs, Hall Stands, Mirrors, Trunks ect. Genuine bargains at Slouchebys Antiques, The Castle, 15 Gladstone Rd Richmond

Ph 544 0723

Open Mon - Fri

FOURRETRO STYLE CHAIRS upcycled - New fabric & foam metal work in good condition. View in Motueka 03 744 1248

Garage Sale

SATURDAY MARCH 18TH Starts 10am, finishes 2pm. 2 Courtney St. From motorhome, to kayak to shoes and books. Some furniture.

13KITAKITA GROVE. 25th March Saturday, not before 9am. General items.

SATURDAY 25TH MARCH 1 Hulbert St, 9.30 to 1pm. Washing machine, fridge, student desk, ladder, bookcase.

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

List it in the ‘To Let' column. Come in and see us at 19 Wallace Street, Motueka or email: ads@ guardianmotueka.co.nz

Funerals

Notice to all Advertisers:

By placing your advertisement you agree with the terms and conditions of the Motueka Golden Bay Guardian Ltd. Namely, payment by the 20th of the following month, or in the event of non-payment, the recovery of any debt and its costs will be charged to the customer. This includes all costs and commissions paid to a debt recovery service. Should you require any further information please phone the newspaper on 03 528 2088.

Flexible Funeral

Yards Customer Services

• Delivering an e cient and friendly customer service to Trade and DIY customers from the Motueka Timber Yards

Support the sales and inventory process within the Yards Managing inbound freight to the site involves Forklift duties

• Highly motivated and enjoys working in a strong team environment

This role ts into an existing customer service team to facilitate customer requests/orders within our busy Timber Yard. If you have experience within a customer service role and have an ability to manage timbers then these tasks will be a focus within the role. You will also assist with unloading delivery trucks and moving freight by Forklift.

You may already have knowledge of the Building Supplies industry and will need to be physically t, being on your feet and on the go with customers, while capable of lifting heavy loads at times. You’ll be good with numbers and tallying product quantities to enter into a sales invoice.

Due to regular interaction with our customers and ITM sta you must have strong communication skills including in person, by phone and email. You will need to be a quick learner or already possess most of the skills we require.

A medical examination including a drug screening test will be required for the successful applicant. You will hold a valid full driver’s license with Forklift Class F and OSH endorsement or the ability to obtain these licenses.

Apply in writing with CV to Alistair Smart, manager@itmmotueka.co.nz or Ph 03 528 7254. For company information: www.building-supplies.co.nz

Applications close: Wednesday 5th April 2023

CURATOR’S POSITION

The Motueka District Museum Trust Board is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced museum professional to be Curator of the Motueka District Museum.

The Curator is responsible for the acquisition, accessioning, conservation, preservation, storage and exhibition of artefacts for the Motueka District Museum.

Related Areas of Responsibilities are outlined in the Job Description, available on request of an Application Package. Please email savepast@snap. net.nz to request application package.

Applications close 1pm Tuesday 11 April 2023

Butchery Assistant

We are looking for an honest, reliable, enthusiastic person to ll the above position within our supermarket butchery team. This is a full-time permanent position, with the potential to lead to an in-house butchery apprenticeship placement.

The position involves:

• Preparation, packing and presentation of meat products

• perating e uipment and automated wrapping machine

• ssisting customers with their selections and providing excellent customer service

Housekeeper/Cook

We are seeking an on-call casual Housekeeper/ Cook for our onsite accommodation facility at NAC’s Motueka campus to cover sta annual leave and illness. Candidates must be available during school holidays from 11th to 14th April and future school breaks.

Duties include cooking a meal for up to 15 students and cleaning communal areas for approximately 6 hours per day.

Please apply with your CV and contact details to: enquiries@nelson-aviation.co.nz or Ph: 03 528 8382

LOOKING FOR STAFF? Advertise with us here in the classified section. Call in and see us at The Guardian 19 Wallace Street, Motueka. Phone (03) 528 2088 or Email: ads@guardianmotueka.co.nz.

The successful applicant will:

• Be honest and reliable

• Work well under pressure and at a fast pace

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Comply with our Health Safety and Food Safety programmes.

• Willing to go the extra mile

• Maintaining high standards within the Department New World Motueka offers a supportive management structure, with a strong emphasis on personal development and growth opportunities. If you believe you are the right person for this position, please complete an application form, available from Customer Services, and provide your CV for consideration.

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

Applications close 31/03/23

Fresh Foods Assistant

We are looking for an honest, reliable, enthusiastic person to ll a position in our Supermarket Produce Department

The position involves:

• Fresh produce food handling and preparation

• Packing and presentation of fresh produce goods

• Excellent Customer Service

• Maintaining high standards within the Department and complying with our Food Control Plan

The successful applicant will:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently New World Motueka offers a supportive management structure, with a strong emphasis on personal development and growth opportunities. If you believe you are the right person for this position, please complete an application form, available from Customer Services, and provide your CV for consideration.

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

Applications close 31/03/23

RSACHARITY QUIZ

Bring your friends for a fun evening. Tuesday 28 March 7.30pm

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Proceeds for Inner Wheel $3 entry. 6 members per team. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Great raffle prizes. Meals and bar available.

Loyal Grossi Point Yacht Club’s annual regatta another success

The sailing began in a blustery South Westerly gusting to over 20 knots, and life was pretty exciting for the 17 yachts that launched for the regatta. Before the start one of the Sea Scout cutters had capsized and their selfrescue was one of the day’s many highlights. As we were not sailing on a King Tide the new course focused more on the deeper water off Grossi Point, and this meant a reaching start. Peter Murton hit the start line on the gun in his Yawl rigged Wellsford Navigator and led the Open Class mixed fleet on an exciting fetch to the first mark which was a gybe into the incoming current. The next leg spread the fleet and Lloyd Knowles took command in his Laser to record the first of his two fastest times. Jan Mitchell sailed well to finish in third place in her Laser with the 4.7 sqm sail. The cruising division saw a battle between the Idle Along ‘Idol’, the Sea Scout Cutter ‘Pamir’, and David Strong sailing ‘Minisail’. The Catamarans were cleaned out by Graham and Anna Battersby in their Hobie 16. First race for Anna who has been in the shore team for previous regattas. Second was Chris Cowell, also racing for the first time in his Hobie Wave, and third was Brett Glass sailing his Kayak with outriggers. Brett has kept the original mainsail but added a Noelex 22 Jib and the boat is flying.

Towards the end of the first race the wind died, and then quickly filled in from the North East, enabling the fleet to finish to windward.

Race two was sailing in a 10knot northeasterly with frequent gusts to keep everyone alert. A downwind start meant another pile-up at the first mark, but most rounded with no problem.

Lloyd Knowles hit the front early and after a close tussle right around the course finished just ahead of

John and Alex in the 420. However Glenn Stevens with crew Anne in the Phase 2 ‘Art Deco’ were pretty close, and finishing third won them the race on handicap.

Peter Walker and his crew sailed well to record fastest time again in the Cruiser division, but the Cutter ‘Tamaha’ having recovered from their capsize earlier in the day finished close to take the win on handicap, with ‘Pamir’ third.

The Cats were a bit more even without the Hobie 16 in Race 2 and Brett Glass had a good win in his Trimaran from Chris Cowell in the Hobie Wave.

Several Classic Clinker boats entered. Denis Moriarty brought ‘Susan’, a Whitehall style pulling boat rigged with a sprit main and a jib. Her low freeboard and lack of headroom under the boom made sailing her in the prevailing conditions a bit dicey and she returned to shore fairly quickly. The other was David Gregan’s 4m Clinker gunter rigged sloop named ‘Lively’. Beautifully finished, she did not stay out long after the competition retired.

Uncommon boats included Julian Crane sailing his mini trailer Yacht, the Welsford designed Scamp class ‘Swallow’, and David Strong’s 60 year old Minisail, a forerunner of the Laser.

Competitors ranged in age from 8-year-old Ruby, up to a few experienced Grandparents, husband and wife combinations, and parents sailing with their kids.

Tamaha Sea Scouts were major participants with 2 Cutters, a Sunburst, and the Rescue boat. Their crews were a mixture of Sea Scouts and parents making it a real family day. A new feature was the opportunity to go for a sail, and Averil took four different spectators for a ride in her 14 foot Cat.

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Interesting wind conditions made sailing exciting for the 17 yachts in this year’s regatta.