The Guardian - 23 January 2019

Ruby Hardiman, Charlotte Coldicott, Tyler Hardiman and Blake Coldicott cool off at Motueka’s Saltwater Baths

Motueka welcomes the first baby of 2019

While it may seem as if Motueka’s first baby for 2019 has taken her time arriving, when she was born on Monday, 14 January, she was in fact two-weeks ahead of schedule.

Willow Lana Toni Patu is the fifth child for Janine and Anthony Patu. Her birth at the Motueka Maternity Unit was “easy”, and she’s settling into life on the outside very comfortably say her parents.

That’s due in part to the “awesome” care the family has received from the team at the unit.

“It’s been beautiful in here. The midwives are so great, we really owe them a special thanks,” says Janine.

Mel says the unit’s seeing more multiple day stays and multiple-occupancy, and the new DHB management that came into place just over a year ago has only had a “positive” effect.

“When you introduce new energy, it increases enthusiasm. Everything’s really positive and encouraging.”

The unit has cemented itself as more of a hub for expectant and postnatal mums with Friday morning’s offering an opportunity to meet the midwives at 10.15am followed by a gathering at 10.30am to meet others and ask questions.

Midwives, who run their clinics on-site, are always available at the unit between 9am2pm, Monday – Friday, allowing women to drop in for support and seek answers to any

With a number of expectant mums at the moment, Mel says they’re expecting to be busy in the upcoming months and are excited to have acquired a new birthing pool.

The unit is for the entire Tasman Bay and everyone is entitled to access it.

“Whether you’d like to birth here or stay postnatally, it’s a great place to come. We’re a good team and we all work together really well,” says Mel.

Sharntaye Patu shows off her gorgeous baby sister, Willow, the first baby for Motueka in 2019.

Valorie and Frankie Patrick with their new baby, Mayda and their midwife, Janice Hayes.

A trio of Motueka midwives at the unit; Mel Marr, Wendy Cotter and Janice Hayes.

Countdown begins for Luminate Festival

Next week thousands are expected to flock to Canaan Downs for the annual Luminate Festival.

The vibrant summer festival of cutting-edge live and electronic music, visual and performing arts, inspirational workshops, pioneering innovations and environmental initiatives was first held in 2008.

Over the years, since its inception, Luminate has developed a unique culture and growing international reputation, especially within the transformational festival community worldwide.

“Luminate has a well-defined culture which has evolved in depth and refined in clarity over the years, and has always remained true to the fundamental principles that we began with back in 2008,” says Starrlite Mclean, one of the event management team.

Its purpose is to cocreate a thriving festival of music, arts and inspiration, activating positive change beneficial to the ecology with a heart-centered community flourishing in resonance with nature.

Running from Wednesday, 30 January to Wednesday, 6 February festival goers will come from far and wide to celebrate life and connect as a community.

Luminate encourages people to engage with self-responsibility, recognising that the choices we make are critical in manifesting

the “reality” that we all share.

“If we wish to see an ecology in balance, thriving and healthy, then we must make decisions and take actions to support this,” says Starrlite.

A popular aspect of the festival is the wide-range of interactive workshops that will span five zones this year, with around 200 to choose from.

Experienced national and international presenters will deliver a variety of inspiring topics and activities to participate in.

Sessions include various forms of yoga, movement and dance, permaculture & organics, holistic health & wellbeing, native & medicinal plants, music, voice, sound healing, theatre and circus-arts.

An alternative currency is being introduced this year called Lumins, with each one equivalent to $1 for ease of conversion. Once within the festival, the Luminate community will only be trading in Lumins.

Luminate will be showcasing a great selection of kiwi and international talent, spanning multiple genres in live and electronic music.

The lineup includes MY BABY, AtTyA, the Klezmer Rebs, Virelai, B-Syde, Desert Dwellers, Adham Shaikh, Ungus Ungus Ungus, Altruism, Kallidad, Mantravine and more!

Please check out the website at www. luminatefestival.co.nz for details.

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Motueka’s circus performer Beck Finn will be teaching an introduction to aerials at this year’s Luminate Festival.

Earl Grey (above) and Formidable Vegetable (below) will provide some of the music.

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Toxic Algae reports in some of the region’s rivers this summer

While yet to be reported in the Motueka or Riuwaka rivers, toxic algae has approached high enough levels in other rivers around the region to become a serious risk to dogs and any persons consuming slime and sludgy algae in rivers.

Toxic algae is natural and occurs during extended periods of low-flow in rivers. It is hoped the next rainfall event will cause enough flooding to wash the toxic algae off.

Harmful algae blooms are organisms that can severely lower oxygen levels in natural waters.

The Tasman District Council is requesting river-users contact them should they come across toxic algae.

All dog owners and parents with toddlers should become familiar with what the toxic algae looks and feels like. It’s usually only toxic if consumed by mouth.

The algae may appear bright green,

often with surface streaks which look like floating paint.

Not all algae blooms are harmful, however, with some only discolouring water, producing a smelly odour, or adding a bad taste to the water.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to tell if a bloom is harmful from just appearances, since sampling and microscopic examination is required.

If you do see toxic algae, it’s recommended to put your dog on a lead and prevent your dog from consuming algae or water from the river.

If you, your dog, or other animals are sick after being in or near an affected river, contact your vet and the Council immediately.

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Hamish Luttrell

Vicki Scott Nelson

River users are requested to keep an eye out for toxic algae in our local rivers and to report any sightings to the Council.

Play me, I’m yours!

The sweet sounds of a piano will once again drift down Motueka’s High St after the reinstatement last week of the community piano, outside the High St entrance to Parklands School.

The piano’s an initiative by Motueka Creative Spaces who together with Our Town coordinator, Claire Hutt, managed to secure the new location to bring the piano back after an 18-month hiatus.

“It’s great to have music on the street. Other communities have them and they’re super popular. Kids and adults can play and it just livens up the town,” says Motueka Creative Spaces’ Paul Johnson.

The piano will be available Monday to Fridays between school hours with some extended afternoons, thanks to the commitment of Parklands School.

After being donated by a member of the community, a number of local businesses

provided materials and funds to enable its set-up.

Art students from Motueka High School unleashed their talent on it with some of the paints provided by the school.

Paul says the initiative was kicked off after the town’s youth expressed a desire for more creative things to do, including music and art.

A donation box sits atop the piano, and they’re gratefully accepted for its continual upkeep.

It’s widely agreed the concept of street pianos originated quite by accident in Sheffield, England, when a piano was left outside temporarily because the owner couldn’t get it up the steps into his new house.

As a social experiment a sign inviting passersby to play the piano for free was attached, and the offer was taken up by a great number of people, and as they say the rest is history.

Claire Hutt and Paul Johnson wheel Motueka’s community piano into position outside the High St entrance of Parklands School.

Julie Hay enjoys the piano.

Elite athletes mentoring at-risk kids caught on film & screening now

The inspiring story of the East Coast Rangers featuring local multisport athlete Nathan Fa’avae has come to Nelson’s summer film festival and has two remaining screenings on Tuesday, 29 January and Sunday, 3 February.

‘East to East’ is the story of the East Coast Rangers, a group of at-risk teenagers from Aranui High School in East Christchurch who are offered the opportunity to compete in the iconic Coast to Coast multisport race. Together with three legends of the sport, Steve Gurney, Nathan Fa’avae and Emily Miazga, they enter a world very different to their own.

Even though the Coast to Coast ends right on their doorstep in New Brighton, it’s not an event that kids from Christchurch’s eastern suburbs would normally have the chance to be involved with. The Coast to Coast Rangers was set up in 2015 to change this, and in association with the Canterbury Youth Development Programme selected students from Aranui High School, to join the programme.

finish the first day of the Coast to Coast.

Although some of the chosen participants dropped out along the way, two students, Taitama and Bryce, were eventually picked to train for the event along with two of their classmates, Sholita and Kaylah, assisting as support crew. With just seven months until the next race, filmmaker Vanessa Wells follows the kids through their ups and downs, as they sacrifice their holidays and time with their friends to commit to training – and confront the doubts that they would ever be able to complete the race.

“Sometimes getting to the start line is harder than getting to the finish,” says Vanessa.

*Catch the film at Nelson’s Suter Theatre. Tuesday, 29 January at 2.15pm and Sunday, 3 February at 7.40pm. Tickets available from State Cinemas and Suter Box Offices.

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Emily Miazga, Taitama Tukaki, Nathan Fa’avae, Bryce Adamson and Steve Gurney

NEW LISTING

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Dovedale 580 Dovedale Road

Private country hideaway

Positioned for all-day sun and built to optimise your views of the surrounding areas, this beautifully presented home is lovely and simply cannot be on the market long at this level. So, snap it up and pat yourself on the back for astute buying.

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NEW LISTING

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For Sale offers invited over $649,000 View 2-2.30pm Sun 27 Jan or by appointment

Marcelle Lupton 027 552 8787 marcelle.lupton@bayleys.co.nz

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OPEN HOME

Motueka 8 Kitakita Grove

Families and entertainers

Spacious comfort awaits. Open plan kitchen and dining with a separate lounge to keep the family occupied while entertaining guests. Sliding doors take you outside to a private deck creating even more living space. Contemporary décor and stylish fittings are used throughout creating a tasteful background for your personal design touches. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms and many extras this home needs to be seen. bayleys.co.nz/4051287

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Asking Price $720,000

View 1-1.30pm Sun 27 Jan or by appointment

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Sandra Goodman 021 778 102 sandra.goodman@bayleys.co.nz

VINING REALTY GROUP LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED REAA 2008

Kaiteriteri 25 Lady Barkly Grove

Views for miles

On a ridge giving vistas of both the Abel Tasman National Park and the Marahau estuary, this stunning property maximises its site for views, privacy and shelter. Earth block and wood have been used throughout to create a unique, airy and inviting home. Open plan living, dining and kitchen flow onto a northfacing patio. Three bedrooms give space for friends or family and there’s ample storage in the house as well as the large double garage. bayleys.co.nz/4051277

NEW LISTING

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Tender (unless sold prior)

Closing 4pm, Tue 19 Feb 2019

175 High Street, Motueka View 2.15-2.45pm Sun 27 Jan or by appointment

Sandra Goodman 021 778 102 sandra.goodman@bayleys.co.nz

Jan Long 021 337 267

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VINING REALTY GROUP LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED REAA 2008

Motueka 105 Thorp Street

Pretty as a picture

This modernised cottage has been reconfigured to suit contemporary living. The open plan kitchen, dining and living area is comfortable with French doors that open onto the patio. There's a wood burner in the lounge so you'll be cosy all year round. The single bathroom has been tastefully refurbished too. With a double garage and easy-care section this endearing cottage is sure to put a smile on the face of its new owner. bayleys.co.nz/4051280

2 1 2

Asking Price $465,000

View 2.15-2.45pm Sun 27 Jan

or by appointment

Jan Long 021 337 267

jan.long@bayleys.co.nz

VINING REALTY GROUP LTD, BAYLEYS,LICENSED REAA 2008

Letters Police Report

Crimestoppers: totally anonymous information line: 0800 555 111

Hi all

The whole area continues to buzz with tourists and Kiwis on holiday … great that the weather has been so good. Shame that there continue to be shoplifters who think they can easily steal from businesses. Most places have security cameras and with the help from the town security system we have identified several shoplifters over the last few weeks – some local, some from away and some foreign tourists. Despite some people having financial difficulties it simply isn’t worth while stealing from shops – it will only lead to court appearances and fines in the first instances. A whole lot of unneeded stress.

I was given some information last weekend while off duty at Marahau and thank you to the people who told me this. I did ask them to try and get a registration number of the vehicles involved. If ever you witness suspicious behaviour and have the chance to record a registration please do so. You may well hear a few days later that this particular vehicle was involved in some crime and that registration number could be vital to help catch the culprits. Keep safe out there!

S/Constable Grant Heney

Recent occurrences:

• theft of tools from a vehicle at Countdown car park – located on Pah street

• vehicle damaged Grey Street

• graffiti at the Japanese Tea house decks reserve

• 43 yr old Motueka male arrested for assault and assaulting police.

Intoxicated

• 40 yr old Motueka male arrested for assaulting a female

• 26 yr old transient male caught shoplifting; first offence so warned; property recovered

• 6 family harm incidents

Climate change not so cool

With temperatures high around the country, Associate Health Minister Julie Anne Genter has launched the Ministry of Health’s new Heat Health Plan Guidelines.

“Climate change is a big threat to our society, and we need to plan for anticipated weather like hotter days now,” says Julie.

“Although it is great to enjoy the outdoors, getting too hot is a serious risk that will happen more in our future. Our health will be impacted by climate change, and we need to ensure we are all ready.”

The number of days where temperature exceeds 25 degrees Celsius is expected to increase between 40 and 100 percent by 2040 and between 40 and 300 percent by 2090.

“Extreme heat can cause problems for everyone, but it can be especially concerning for babies and infants, pregnant women, older people, those with pre-existing medical conditions, and those with disabilities,” says Julie.

“Every year we have older New Zealanders who die due to heat issues and this is pro-

jected to increase. Research shows that hospital admissions and deaths increase during periods of hot weather.

“I want us to all be aware of the impact the heat can have on vulnerable people, so be careful when taking Grandma to the beach.

“Climate change doesn’t just affect our health, it also has an impact on people’s productivity at work, the primary industries and our economy. This is an issue we all need to be thinking about.

“Having Heat Health Plan Guidelines will raise awareness and drive local action to counter the negative impact extreme temperatures can have on our health.

“These guidelines are aimed at helping health and community service providers, including local government, prepare their own plans dedicated to their community and their own predicted weather variations.”

Plans should be integrated with emergency response plans and include the four Rs of emergency management: reduction, readiness, response and recovery.

Dear Sir/Madam

Help fight New Zealand’s single biggest killer

With one in five Kiwis dying from heart disease, the Heart Foundation needs more people to join with it by volunteering as street collectors for its Big Heart Appeal 2019 next month.

Every year over 6,500 New Zealanders die of heart disease. While the time commitment involved as a volunteer for a few hours on one day is small, the reward is huge and will play a vital role in the fight against New Zealand’s single biggest killer, heart disease.

Funds raised during the Heart Foundation’s annual appeal are used to support heart-related research and specialist training for cardiologists.

The Heart Foundation is New Zealand’s leading independent funder of heart research. Since 1968, it has funded more than $70 million in research and specialist training for cardiologists. Additionally, we also perform a wide range of activities to help support people living with heart disease, and their families, and provide educational programmes and campaigns that promote heart-healthy living.

The Big Heart Appeal street collections will take place on Friday 22 February and Saturday 23 February and we need volunteers in all regions.

To find out more about volunteering for the Big Heart Appeal and to sign up, visit https://www. heartfoundation.org.nz/volunteer

Yours sincerely

Gail McIntyre Fundraising Manager

Dear Sir/Madam

Both Phil Lister (Guardian, Wednesday 16) and yes, indeed, Enrico Fermi, are basing their contention that there is life ‘out there’ on very imprecise mathematics. Firstly, one has to have great faith in the whole evolution paradigm to legitimately hold to this contention and, as evolution in its pure form is a game of chance, then how do the odds stack up?

The currently accepted figure for the number of stars in the galaxy is 200 billion (2x10 to the power of 11) and there is considered to be a similar number of galaxies in the observable universe.

This means that there are approximately 4x10 to the power of 22 available stars many of which could have ‘goldilocks’ planets orbiting them. Is this enough?

The astronomer Fred Hoyle, famously said that the odds of life spontaneously forming by chance were about the same as that of a tornado rampaging through a junkyard and leaving a fully operational 747 in it’s wake!

He did then calculate more precisely and put the figure at 1 in 10 to the power of 40,000!

So .... if every star (planet) in the universe was covered in organic soup it would still never happen.

I can provide a simple and understandable mathematical demonstration of this if readers are interested.

Summer Scorchers Surprise Reads

Be tempted by our Lucky Dip reads. Discover new authors and stories.

3 – 31 January

Summer Book sale 3 – 31

Outdoor Storytime and Giant Games

Join us in memorial Park next to the Motueka Library for outdoor fun.

Bring a sunhat, sunscreen, picnic blanket and picnic if it’s sunny.

Play with our collection of giant games and make chalk art along the paths.

Thursday 24 January, 10.30-11.30am

Chinese New Year 2019 display

Join us as we celebrate the Chinese New Year and welcome in the Year of the Pig.

Find a selection of books about China and Chinese culture on our pop up display, 5 February.

We hope you have a wonderful Lunar New Year.

Safari Scavenger Hunt for children

Find our 10 hidden Safari posters around the library. Pick up your sheet and find answers to our safari themed questions. Great fun during the holidays. Available at Motueka, Richmond, Takaka and Murchison Libraries

Larry Petterson 560 Hamama Road Takaka

Access to webcams results in improved Park safety

Access to imaging of Project Janszoon webcams in Anchorage and Awaroa by the Tasman District Council’s harbourmaster has resulted in improved public safety.

Tasman District Council

Harbourmaster Dan Cairney says that Council presence in the area wasn’t possible day and night, which is why the

Council approached Project Janszoon in July last year to ask for access to the cameras to help monitor public safety.

Dan says he had received many complaints from boats anchoring in those areas about the speed and wake of passing boats causing safety concerns.

“Wake from speeding boats has been an issue for the up to 100 boats anchoring in Anchorage Bay for many years. The main problem being that the boats are in an anchorage sheltered from most of the prevailing sea and wind conditions and the occupants of the boats get surprised when their boat is hit by a one metre-plus wake from a large vessel.

“This has led to incidents and accidents where occupants of anchored boats have been thrown overboard, suffered from burns and scalds from tipped over stove top contents, fallen over on board and been otherwise injured.”

Dan says the Department of Conservation was also approached to ask for their backing of the proposal to use the existing Project Janszoon cameras.

“We received great support for the idea and

up on.”

now we have 24-hour access to the imaging.

“At this stage we have set up the system such that we receive 30-second screen shots of Anchorage that are time and date stamped so even if we are not watching the camera we can go back through the footage to look for and identify any potential safety concerns which we may need to follow

Project Janszoon director Bruce Vander Lee says the four webcams in Abel Tasman National Park are hugely popular with hundreds of people viewing them every week from around the world, through their website.

“We are delighted they can also be used to promote safe boating at Anchorage and Awaroa. We know residents and visitors were concerned about boat speed in these popular spots and the feedback we are getting is skippers are behaving in a safe manner so that is great to hear.

“Project Janszoon is using technology through our solar powered Wi Fi network to support the ecological transformation of the Abel Tasman and to connect with visitors; sharing the park’s conservation story through the Abel Tasman App and engaging with the communities that enjoy the park.”

Project Janszoon is a privately funded trust set up to restore and preserve Abel Tasman’s rich wildlife for all to enjoy.

It is a team effort involving conservationists, iwi, locals, scientists, tourism operators and volunteers.

Dry spell leads to water restrictions

Mapua and Ruby Bay residents are among urban and rural households in the region with stage one water restrictions in force.

Tasman District Council Dry Weather Taskforce

convenor Dennis BushKing says a spell of rain earlier last week had helped maintain river levels, but had not provided enough of a boost to lift the water restrictions that came into force on Monday, 14 January.

“Even though the decline in river flow was not as great as I expected last week, we are still seeing a 1400-litre a second drop in river flow between Wairoa Gorge and Appleby Bridge. Because demand will be ramping up into February and March we will keep the restrictions in place,” says Dennis.

“The sprinkler ban continues for urban residents and businesses, and

rural water permit holders must reduce their consented take by 20%. We’re asking people to conserve water as much as possible.

Handheld hosing on alternate days is allowed, but please only water gardens or crops at cooler times of day and only if absolutely necessary.”

The Dry Weather Taskforce would continue to meet and assess the situation but ask residents to treat every drop that comes from the tap as precious in order to help preserve our natural water resources and hopefully reduce the need to move to stricter restrictions if the dry weather continues.

It’s hoped a front moving through on Thursday will provide some relief.

Visit the Council’s website for ideas on how to reduce water use at www.tasman.govt.nz/ water-tips

The luxury of using sprinklers freely isn’t available for some residents.

Community Store creator recognised nationally

The Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year Award recognises the enormous contribution, sacrifice and commitment of Kiwis who selflessly work to make their local communities a better place.

Motueka’s Heather Hoad epitomises all the award stands for and was “humbled” to receive the accolade in December.

“I was pretty blown away. I wasn’t expecting it at all and didn’t know much about the awards at that stage,” says Heather.

Recognised for her work in the community through her establishment of the Motueka Community Store in November 2016, where all of the profits are donated back to various community groups, Heather says it’s vital to help smaller community groups that are underfunded.

“I saw a need to financially support smaller groups. It enables those people to get on and do the work they do. I get on and raise the money for them for what they need.”

Heather’s been “delighted” by the local support of the shop and says shoppers are always pleased to know their money is going straight back into their community.

“It’s very rewarding, while it may not necessarily be a lot of money we’re giving out at a time, it means an awful lot to those on the receiving end.”

Since the shop began, Heather has donated nearly $70,000 to various groups including the Motueka Maternity Unit, RDA Motueka and the Tasman Gymnastics Club.

In addition to providing various groups with financial assistance, the Community Store also works with Gateway, to provide their students with retail experience, social connectedness and to enhance selfesteem through volunteering.

A fashion show held by the store last year raised $2,500 for the Women’s Support Link and Heather says there’s been many requests for a repeat of the fun event.

First NZ study on effects of screen-time on pre-school children

Obesity, poorer motor skills, hyperactivity problems and poor sleep are just some of the effects that may be experienced by pre-school children who exceed New Zealand’s screentime guidelines, according to a study funded by the Ministry of Social Development’s Children and Families Research Fund.

Minister for Social Development Carmel Sepuloni welcomed the report, the first to analyse New Zealand data, saying its findings show that adhering to the government’s screen time guidelines is linked to better health profiles in New Zealand children.

“Until now, we’ve had to rely on overseas evidence about the effects of screen time on preschoolers. This new report provides robust local data that supports the Ministry of Health’s Active Play Guidelines for under-fives,” says Carmel.

The Ministry of Health Guidelines are:

• no sedentary screen time for children younger than 2 years

• less than an hour each day for children aged between 2 and 5 years

Researchers at the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) and the University of Auckland analysed screen-time data from more than 5,000 participants from the Growing Up in New Zealand study as they aged from 24 to 54 months.

They found that the average time preschool children spent using screens is about 1.5 hours each day at 2 years of age, increasing to two hours per day when children were 3.75 years of age.

This study showed that children who exceeded the one hour per day screen time guidelines at age 2 years, are more likely to be obese, visit the doctor more, have lower physical motor skills, and may exhibit hyperactivity problems when they reached around 4.5 years.

“Children have unprecedented access to screen based devices – from smart phones to televisions and tablets. While some screen time can be beneficial for learning, that time needs to be balanced with regular physical activity and outside play, which we know are key to children’s development,” says Carmel.

“The findings will contribute to the well-being of our children in the future by raising awareness among parents and carers about the importance of limiting young children’s screen time.

“I look forward to the release of more research using the Growing Up In New Zealand (GUINZ) data. It is the country’s largest longitudinal study of child development gathering information over time about what it’s like to grow up in 21st century New Zealand,” says Carmel.

The Government restored more than $1.9 million of funding to the Growing Up in New Zealand study last year, after funding was cut by the previous Government.

Stephen Roberts Funeral Director

Shelley Dixon Funeral Director

Heather Hoad of the Motueka Community Store shows off an impressive list of recipients of the shop’s profits.

Providing the bre network Nelson Tasman needs for the future

Many people in Nelson Tasman may not know that Network Tasman has its own dedicated bre network, spanning from Motueka to Waikawa Bay, near Picton.

Courses respond to te reo demand

Following last year’s successful roll out in Nelson and Richmond of He Waka Kuaka; a professional learning and development programme, the 10 week courses are being offered in Motueka and Takaka this year by Te Ataarangi ki Te Tauihu 0- Te Waka- -M ui.

“It’s for people in business to be more aware and culturally capable. We offer this service for people in business so their staff are able to relate to Maori whanau,” says Glynn Rogers, Pouwhakahaere Matua o Te Ataarangi ki Te Tauihu.

With a history of direct contact with learning and development, Glynn says they’re responding to an ever-increasing demand for te reo M ori delivery and they’ll continue to build its momentum.

He Waka Kuaka is offered to central and local government agencies, businesses and community organisations, providing a shared learning group experience for workers with progressive multi-level, flexible learning opportunities with day-delivery during business hours.

Participants need to commit to one hour per week for ten weeks and courses are generally limited to 12 people.

Opportunities are available to continue onto further courses progressing at advancing levels.

Glynn says at the end of this year an opportunity for an overnight noho marae will be offered to all participants, combining groups and levels to experience learning in a marae setting.

To express interest and receive a registration form please email hewakakuaka gmail.com

New Zealand company makes world-first methamphetamine detection alarm

A New Zealand company has developed and patented a world-first device that can detect airborne chemicals contained in methamphetamine.

The P-Alert methamphetamine Alarm is about the size of a TV remote control that can be placed anywhere inside the house.

The device, which has been assessed by ESR and Telarc, can detect all levels of methamphetamine chemicals in an enclosed area, whether from manufacture or smoking.

It provides an invaluable tool for landlords, rental property managers, hoteliers, moteliers, Airbnbs and anyone else letting out their properties for accommodation.

If chemicals are detected, the P-Alert Alarm immediately activates a silent alarm and sends information about the location and the level of contamination to a designated mobile number.

If the level is high – above a certain level –authorities will be informed. If contamination is low to medium, a report will be sent to the owners and or managers of the property.

P-Alert Alarm can also provide a monitoring service that will collect and monitor the average daily readings.

Two tamper alarms also signal if the device is covered, removed or damaged in some way, making it virtually impossible to tamper with.

Business Development Manager of P-Alert Alarm, Florence Lim says the company developed the alarm because they believe in doing good for the society.

“We have seen so many broken families, innocent children being affected, life wasted and heavy financial losses, all preventable. People of different ages, classes and a wide-selection of communities are using methamphetamine – this drug cuts across socio-economic status.

“It’s a major problem for landlords, with many insurance policies placing an obligation on them to be proactive about checking for meth contamination during and between tenancies, which can be difficult. And meth users often don’t match a predictable stereotype.

“In order for us to make a difference, we chose to tackle the problem from its source, by discouraging people from smoking methamphetamine and by consequence reducing the damage this drug is inflicting on our society.

Houses contaminated through the cooking or smoking of methamphetamine is a growing issue in New Zealand. Particularly in small homes/apartments, the level of contamination by square-metre drastically increases.

According to the New Zealand Drug Foundation, the most recent government statistics show that overall numbers of people who use methamphetamine in New Zealand have remained relatively consistent in the past five years. 0.8 of New Zealanders (31,000 people) used the drug once or more in 2016 17.

Although overall usage of methamphetamine remains low at a population level, misuse of the drug remains a serious concern. People of all ages and classes use methamphetamine.

The bre network has been developed to support Nelson Tasman’s economic growth and is totally separate to the government-funded ultra-fast broadband network rollout that you may see being deployed in parts of the Tasman region.

“Network Tasman believes bre optic connections in workplaces, schools, and in homes can boost economic development, ignite innovation, and improve the way people live and work,” says Network Tasman’s Telecommunications Manager, Andrew Stanton. “That’s why Network Tasman has been supporting businesses, communities, and the national education network known as N4L (Network 4 Learning) across the top of the South Island for many years.

“We like to think the early deployment of Network Tasman’s bre network in parts of Marlborough and Tasman has contributed to the Nelson Tasman’s vibrant, buoyant economy.

“Because our network is all bre it can be used for the kind of demanding applications that businesses require today. It’s also fast, reliable and secure – things that are not just nice to have these days but absolute necessities.”

Network Tasman is also looking ahead to future proof its bre network. Network Tasman is making sure it’s ready to meet future requirements for business connections and residential connections.

“Network Tasman has recently upgraded and installed worldleading GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Networks) equipment that will be able to deliver a dedicated, consistently fast, reliable connection to each house on the bre network,” says Stanton. “By installing this new technology we can o er broadband speeds that will keep the most data hungry consumers happy, with a 1Gig home connection.”

“Not only are we providing super-fast broadband speeds we are teaming up with a national service provider so customers can combine their home and mobile plans in one package. Keep an eye on www.networktasman.co.nz/ bre for more details.”

Glynn Rogers and Laurelee Duff, Kuia of Onetahua Marae.

We welcome back all students Thursday 7th February 2019

New enrolments welcome

For more information about Dovedale School please contact Sonia Gianelly, Principal Tel: 5433 878 office@dovedale.school.nz

We welcome all students back to school on Thursday 7th February 2019 9.00am

Enrolments: The School Office will be open

Thursday 31st January

Friday 1st February 9.00am to 3.00pm

Telephone: 528 7533

Website: www.motuekasouth.school.nz

Email: admin@motuekasouth.school.nz

Michael Harrison - Principal

MSS is a respectful community striving for and celebrating success

TOGETHER AT BROOKLYN we are: ACTIVE, CURIOUS, SHARING.

we welcome all children for the 2019 school year.

THURSDAY 7th february.

NEW ENROLMENTS/ ENQUIRIES: Office open on Thursday 31st January from 9.00am

Chris Kemp - Principal

Umukuri Rd, Brooklyn Ph (03) 528 9330 email: office@brooklyn.school.nz or principal@brooklyn.school.nz

Tapawera Area School

Re-enrolment date: 29 January

Prospective families are asked to enrol on: 29 January School starts for all students: 7 February

For further information please phone 03 522 4337 Email: sellis@tapawera.school.nz

Principal: Kelvin Woodley

Lower Moutere School

Ngatimoti School

We look forward to seeing all our students back at school on Thursday 7 February 2019. New enrolments are most welcome. For more information about Ngatimoti School contact Ali Turner, Principal 03 526 8842 Our vision is for all students to become RIVER students; confident and able to navigate in a changing world.

Respectful, Positive, Innovative, Excellent and Responsible Ourstudents are

RESPECT for ourselves, others, diversity, human rights, rules, environment

POSITIVE attitude, outlook, confidence, perseverance, relationships

INNOVATIVE creative, curious, inquiring, receptive

EXCELLENCE to achieve to the best of our ability

RESPONSIBLE be accountable for our own learning and actions

office@ngatimoti.school.nz www.ngatimoti.school.nz

Mapua School is a place where staff, students and whanau are valued and work together to create a rich and inviting learning environment.

We welcome all students for the 2019 school year on Thursday, 7th February Enquiries to: admin@mapua.school.nz www.mapua.school.nz

03 540 2806 or 021 434 4817 Neil Chalmers - Principal

Looking for a great start to primary school?

Welcome back !… All current and new students THURSDAY 7th FEBRUARY 2019

8.50AM

e sc ool o ce ill be open for all en uiries & new enrolments on ursday st anuary and riday st ebruary bet een am and pm

www.lowermoutere.school.nz

Ph 526 7775

Email office@lowermoutere.schoool.nz

COMMENCEMENT OF 2019 SCHOOL YEAR

School will reopen for students as follows:

Years 9, 12 & 13 Thursday 7th February - 8.45am to 3.15pm

Welcome Powhiri Thursday 7th February - 11.15am

All students Friday 8th February - 8.45am to 3.15pm

Year 9 BBQ

Wednesday 13 February - 5.00pm

Uniform Shop - 2nd hand uniforms - Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd January - 9am-4pm in the school hall

e nrolments and Senior ourse on rmation ny prospec e students who ha e not enrolled or students wishing to discuss courses (including course changes and/or e amina on results should contact the appropriate ean. ourse con rma on or ears 11 1 13 will be held 31 anuary between 9.30am 11.30am.

lease contact the eans directly usin the contact details below. lease include your own contact details or a reply.

Contact Details for Deans:

Year 9 Heidi James heidi. ames@motuekahi h.school.nz Greg O’Donnell re .odonnell@motuekahi h.school.nz

Year 10 Sarah Matheson sarah.matheson@motuekahi h.school.nz

Year 11 Oakley Salton oakley.salton@motuekahi h.school.nz

Year 12 Lesley Paxton lesley.pa ton@motuekahi h.school.nz

Year 13 Dan Crossley dan.crossley@motuekahi h.school.nz

e sc ool o ce will be open rom ednesday 30th anuary rom .30am 3.00pm. 03 90 0 or email admin@motuekahi h.school.nz

www.tasbaychristian.school.nz

We welcome all students back to school on Monday 28th January 2019

New enrolments and enquiries: Our office will be open Wed 23rd, Thur 24th & Fri 25th January

Principal: Steve Matthews

ph: 027 4249223

office@tasbaychristian.school.nz

ph: 03 5266855 or email: office@tasbaychristian.school.nz

“To Be All I Can”

Serving authentic Thai and saving the planet, too

The past year has been a very busy one for Lanna Thai Cuisine on Motueka’s High Street. And because of their popularity and success offering the “real” food of Thailand, they have had to extend their business hours. The restaurant is now open from 11 in the morning until the last diners leave at night.

One of the big changes this past year is supporting the environment by going biodegradable. Says owner Mallika Wichaikul, “We’ve banned plastic containers for take-aways and take-outs (the well-known ‘doggy bag’) and our new containers are made from sugarcane. We’re also using biodegradable plastic bags.”

And the cutlery that accompanies take-aways is made from managed wood forests, “because we don’t want to cost the earth!”

“Many tourists ask for vegan dishes,” says co-owner and professional chef, Witsanu Kapkhing, so now – on

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request – there are options for gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free meals.”

Four chefs

Witsanu is one of the four chefs at Lanna Thai Cuisine looking after customers’ needs.

“Every month we have a different specialty,” explains Mallika. “We want the people of Motueka to experience the traditional food of Northern Thailand. This is an opportunity to enjoy different food and, at the same time, a great restaurant experience.”

There’s a new wine list and local beers on offer, too,

including Thai beer.

Lanna has two meanings, one being “millions of ricefields” and the other refers to an area in Northern Thailand that has its own culture, foods and influences. The Lanna people have retained the traditional ways of cooking and presenting food, and this “real Thai experience” is what you’ll enjoy when you visit this acclaimed Motueka restaurant.

“We use locally-sourced ingredients as much as possible,” says Mallika, “because it’s important to support local suppliers.”

Realising a dream

Witsanu is a professional chef and Mallika was an accountant in Thailand before coming to New Zealand in 2010 on a working visa. They opened their dream restaurant, Lanna Thai Cuisine, just after Christmas in 2017, and have never looked back.

Above: The hospitality team at Lanna Thai Cuisine includes, from left, Thipphakon, Monsek, Wachirawit, Thitima and Noppadol.

“We cook with love and serve with a smile,” say owners Witsanu and

What satisfied customers are saying:

• Lanna Thai is like being in Thailand. If you like Thai food this is the place to go. Food and service is always a bit above the rest.

• The food and service were excellent. It was my daughter’s birthday and the staff did a lovely little celebration which was perfect! Good serving size and extras were taken home.

• Lanna Thai brings back the good memories when I was on holiday in Thailand. I love Thailand, love the beaches, shopping and Thai food. I haven’t had a chance to try all food there but most of them I tried were great and brilliant.

• All the staff there are so friendly, always smiling, polite and helpful. Highly recommend if you are looking for a great restaurant and yummy food whenever you come to Motueka.

Mallika.

Left: A Thai favourite is braised beef noodle soup with beef balls.

Making a difference with food, music, art and dance

Housed in the NgAngA Arts Centre, the unique MAD Café & Restaurant in Collingwood, Golden Bay, serves an impressively varied menu, acclaimed organic Kush coffee and exotic signature mains. There are also high-quality burgers, fish and chips, plus a healthy array of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free entrees, mains, desserts, and takeaways.

“Our team strives to ‘make a difference’ through community, art, delicious food, excellent coffee, and healthy, local produce,” says NgAngA. “Our motto is: ‘Food is Art and Art is Food’ because we are what we eat, think, and believe.”

‘Healthy’ and ‘delicious’ are important goals for the MAD Café & Restaurant, which is run by the MAD Skool of Sustainable Living, an educational and charitable trust founded by NgAngA. All meats are wild, organic, and ethically sourced. Most of the produce is organically grown in the adjoining Nourishing Beauty gardens or

court. Rustic yet comfortable tables and seating NgAngA built from discarded pallets have colourful planter boxes built-in. “Our family-oriented outdoor area invites you to relax and enjoy Collingwood’s small-town charm.”

Creating a stir

When NgAngA arrived in Collingwood four years ago, his enthusiasm for art and healthy food created a stir in the little town.

Beyond the constantly evolving arts centre and café,

nearby in Golden Bay. Much of the food is freshly made in-house, including sauces, condiments, breads, desserts, and probiotic beverages like kombucha and water kefir.

Live music and four stages

The café/restaurant located in Tasman Street, is open in summer from 8 ‘til late. Also on offer year-round is live music, from solo performers to full bands. “Our intention is to create a magical atmosphere for dining for our guests,” says NgAngA.

Award-winning artist NgAngA’s gallery, picture framing workshop and Nourishing Beauty gardens attract old and young alike.

The once swampy section adjoining the building is now a mini-Eden with food and flowers growing everywhere, children’s play area, games, putting green and petanque

his vision includes thirteen murals depicting the town’s rich historical heritage.

Five murals featuring the town’s golden-era street scenes are near completion.

So whether the acronym MAD is interpreted as Making A Difference; Music, Art & Dance; or a Magical Atmosphere for Dining; it’s definitely an exciting go-to spot in Golden Bay.

The MAD Cafe & Restaurant awaits the morning’s customers. A constantly evolving art gallery and bustling cafe by day, it transforms at night into a fine dining restaurant with tablecloths, flowers, candles, and artistically presented dishes that are feasts for both the body and the eye.

An occasional ‘surprise’ daily special dessert: a raw, vegan, grain-free cashew ‘cheesecake’ with fresh local raspberries.

And the customers are full of praise. Here’s what they’re saying:

• Wow, what an incredible experience!

Fab healthy food, ama ing atmosphere, great caring staff, spiritual art that speaks so deeply that words fail me, all my senses have been stimulated ... mind, body and soul well fed!

• The excellent food really blew me away: a symphony for my taste buds. Thank you!

• rganic, sustainable, cooked with love and served with genuine friendliness. Friendly prices too.

• Taste sensations in abundance here. Flavours delicious and diverse enough for any palate, and the artwork ... it will take you from your past to your future in a glimpse.

• Some of the flavour combinations were completely new to me, which is rare. So much passion for their food and down to earth friendliness from the team! Thoughtful, powerful art and lots of blossoming ideas and projects. We stayed in Collingwood longer to keep going back.

• Awesome service. Wonderful to have inspiring art in a cafe!

• Want something different Feel like a taste sensation backed by a passion for food and art How about a healthy dose of friendly service This is what we experienced at MA Caf . inner last night was like nothing I’ve ever eaten before. on’t expect a big boo y night, rather celebrate the fact that there are no drunks to have to deal with.

• Lovely experience. The food is great and the staff are really friendly. Nice and relaxed atmosphere.

Above: The audience at a recent outdoor gig. Below: Vegan, gluten-free breakfast pancake with fried banana and coconut yogurt. Below left: Hungarian lángos (frybread), a mouthwatering vegan, gluten-free main.

Source to the sea for local families

Over six days this month, four adults and five youths hiked, swam, canyoned, pack-rafted and kayaked around 130km, from the source of the Motueka River to the Tasman Sea.

“It was a very special expedition for sure. I’d done a few trips in the area before and really enjoyed the place. The Upper Motueka is such a beautiful area so it was really cool to link it together with down below,” says Nathan Fa’avae.

Nathan’s family teamed up with another local family for the epic adventure that saw them at times in unchartered territory.

“The gorges posed a few unknowns as none of us had passed through them and if others had they were completely undocumented, so we were running blind really.”

It was these gorges that provided the highlight for the group, with plenty of swimming in “great rock pools”.

Despite the challenges the nine adventurers got through without any drama.

“Kids know on these sorts of wilderness trips they need to be a bit more sensible as it’s not the place you want to find yourself with an injury, and although there were plenty of hazards

along the way, they were manageable,” says Nathan.

Ensuring the smart selection of a good weather window for the trip, Nathan says navigation was not a problem with the group following the river’s route.

“It was a pretty amazing journey seeing the river grow and the path it takes. It was great for the kids to see where it all begins and to intimately know its path. It gives them a whole other perspective of it and is great knowledge to have.”

The families were completely self-sufficient, aware of the limited number of fish in the upper reaches of the river, and although they encountered a few deer and goats, it was the sandflies that were “mostwelcoming”.

The trip marked the end of a few weeks involving numerous adventures and Nathan says they’re likely to be doing some more paddling and hitting the beach for the rest of summer.

Nathan Fa’avae’s family teamed up with another local family for an epic 6-day adventure from the source of the Motueka River to the Tasman Sea.

The intrepid adventurers negotiate a gorge in the Red Hills.

Six days later the group arrived at the mouth of the Motueka River.

Swiss tourists Regula Eichenberger and Eugen Jud enjoy a couple of refreshments between rounds at the Motueka Golf Club.

NBS Motueka Golf Club

On another of the never ending summer days the field played “Beat The Guns”.

This is an interesting competition where the nett score on each hole for each of the four players are recorded from lowest to highest , then the 18 scores added up.

The winning team with an excellent score of 61,328 was Ian Rowling, Craig Heuvel, Doug Anderson and Tony Fleming.

Motueka Cricket Club

Motueka

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Second Grade

12/01/2019 Vs Waimea Toi Toi

United at Memorial Park

Motueka were at home for their first game of 2019, facing last year’s champions Waimea Toi Toi United who won the toss and opted to bat first on a good deck at Memorial Park. Toi Toi lost their first wicket at 27 and were restricted to 68 after the first 20 overs however they accelerated in the second half, helped by a few too many dropped catches by Motueka. The only highlight for the home team was Shaun James taking a hat-trick at the end of the innings and Toi Toi finished with 243 for 7.

In reply Matt Ellis (66) held things together for Motueka as usual but unfortunately there wasn’t much support from the rest of the team.

Toi Toi were also taking a long time

to get through their overs and it was very late in the day when they got Motueka all out for 177.

19/01/2019 Vs Wakatu at Memorial Park

Motueka were put in the field first at home again, this time against Wakatu who had an opening partnership of 80 with J. Campbell scoring 57.

The Wekas’ fielding was an improvement on last week and they did well to keep it together despite the heat, however Wakatu, who were 123 for 4 shortly after drinks finished with 245 for 7.

Motueka’s top and middle order all got starts but it was not enough and the required run rate kept increasing.

Former Motueka player L. Rowling took 5 for 11 to leave the home-side well short on 156 all out.

Motueka Bridge results

Second with a score of 64,128 were June and Stan Patching and Sandra and Bob Ilton

Bay Pharmacy hidden holes was won by Barry Riordan with a nett score of 14.

Lower Moutere Store, Closest to the Pins was won by Murray Hamilton with no lady featuring.

There were 8 two’s with the highlight being two two’s scored by Tony Fleming.

* The friendliest golf club in the top of the South Island. We welcome golfers of all abilities to come and enjoy our stunning and extremely well kept course.

Brooklyn Handicap

North/South

Diana Whitten & Karen Logan 57.18%

June Tippett & Chris Sutton

55.09%

Carolyn Gatenby & Julia Armstrong 54.17%

East/West

Janet Howell & Mike Howell

60.19%

Bet Glengarry & John Trotter 56.94%

Richard Olykan & Anne Cegarra 53.70

Handicap results

North/South

Diana Whitten & Karen Logan

56.88%

June Tippett & Chris Sutton

56.15%

Carolyn Gatenby & Julia Armstrong 52.90%

East/West

Janet Howell & Mike Howell

61.30%

Bet Glengarry & John Trotter

57.56%

Jeanette Edwards & Barbara Clark 54.68%

CommunityNotices

Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. Notices for businesses and organisations who charge for courses or events cost $12.50+gst. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices.

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

BOOMERANG BAGS MOTUEKA

Sewing bees take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at MoTEC (9 Pah Street - side door) between 1 and 3 pm. All skill levels welcome. More information from 027 528 4563

DO YOUHAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM?

Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays and Fridays, and 5pm Sundays at the Family Centre Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.

INNER WHEEL CLUB OF MOTUEKA

Is a womens club who meets monthly to promote friendship, fun, speakers, outings and service. Why not join us? Phone Ann 528 8099.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES

Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, on the first and third Saturday every month from 10am to 12 noon.

KATRINA ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30 - 12.

MOTUEKA AIKIDO

Children, Teenagers and Adults classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 021 205 0143

MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB

Meets 1st Monday of month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz

MOTUEKA RED CROSSIN COMMUNITY HOUSE

Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.

MOTUEKA TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER CLUB

Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details

SENIORNETMOTUEKA

Run courses and workshops for adults. These courses are not only for computers and lap tops, they also include iPad tablet and iPhones, also Android tablets and Android phones. For more information check in on our website www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SOCIAL BOWLS

Every Monday & Wednesday help given to new players so come along for light exercise and fun 1.15-3.00pm Contact George 528 7960

SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS MOTUEKA

If you have or have had cancer, supporting some one with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz

MONTHLY 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

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details

MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION

For people affected by and/or supporting someone with cancer. Tuesdays 1pm Fairfield House $3 donation to Cancer Society phone 539 1137

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

FREE!! BAREFOOT BOWLS

Friday evenings from 6.00pm, starting 25th Jan. at Mapua Bowling Club. Fast/Fun, as seen recently on TV. Dress mufti, bowls supplied. Everyone welcome. (Minors to be accompanied by adult.) Sausage sizzle, Bar available.

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY GARDENS

Get fit. Save Gym fees. If you are interested in having an allotment or helping with maintenance and growing vegetables for the local support groups contact us (MotComunityGardens@outlook.com).

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY PATROL

Looking for volunteers 18yrs + to join the local patrol, being eyes and ears for Police, and help make our community a safer place to live on a Friday or Saturday night once a month. For more info call Byron 03 528 9592.

VAST ART AND CRAFT EXHIBITION

Shedwood Hall Main Road Tapawera. Opening 7pm Saturday 26th January to Monday 4th February 10am-5pm. Works for sale. Guest artist Chris Tilley. Contact 03 5224924.

SING WOMEN’S 4-PART A CAPPELLA WITH NELSON BAYS HARMONY

Come along on 21 Feb to find out if this is your new hobby! Thursday evening, 7-8.30pm, Club Waimea hall. www.nelsonharmony.org.nz . Jenny 0275444121

entertainment

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 027 448 4430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

antiques FURNITURE, Art. Collectables, Toys etc. Fresh estate lots arrived from near & far. Selling, buying, valuing. 6 rooms to browse. Open Mon-Sat 9.30 to 5pm, Sat 10-4pm. Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd (SH6), Richmond. Ph 544 0723. www.antiquesnewzealand.co.nz

contracting courses

driving lessons

F REE DRIVING LESSONS AVAILABLE. Youth Services clients are now eligible for FREE driving lessons and assistance with gaining their LEARNERS, RESTRICTED, and FULL licences. This is for a limited time only and conditions apply. Please phone Cait or Alli at the Golden Bay Workcentre Trust for more info (03) 525 8099.

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.

holiday accommodation

LONG Weekend Getaway from $115.00. Units available at Carters Beach Motel Holiday Units. Opposite Golf Course. w: cartersbeachmotel.co.nz / e: cartersbeachunits @hotmail.com / ph: 027 253 1115 03) 789 5589

Experience the Extraordinary West Coast!

memorial

KEARNS - Brian Charles 6/1/77

Charles William 2/1/88

Beatrice Mildred 23/1/88

BEVAN - Gary William 28/1/2018

In loving memory of family who passed away during January. Remembered with love. Colleen & Neville - Raelyn & Gregg & Jasmyn.

public notices Sugar

Snaps

CHARITY Quiz at the RSA. A great opportunity to support local charities. Come with your friends and have some fun. Last Tuesday of each month at the RSA Club, High Street Motueka. First Quiz of 2019 on Tuesday 29th January at 7.30p.m. supporting Motueka Inner Wheel. $3 per person entry, max 6 per team. Great Raffle prizes and Quiz prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. All welcome, bar and meals available.

situations vacant storage

CEDERMAN Bros : Cleaner wanted for 25th February through to the end of May. 5 days a week up to 4 hours a day to clean packhouse and small accommodation blocks. Driver's licence is essential as you well need to travel. Must be reliable and trustworthy and can work as part of a team. Please contact Melissa on 0212 376 433.

HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.

NEED S TAFF?

Advertise with us in the classifieds. Call in and see us at 19 Wallace St or email: guardian. motueka@xtra.co.nz

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

stump grinding

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

S TO R AG E Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060. situations vacant

PROPERTY package PREP summit

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528 4001 027 658 0077 Amanda Richards 528 4001 027 642 1626

Beach Bash volleyball a hit for all

Although entrant numbers were slightly down on previous years, the World Travellers Motueka Kaiteri Beach Bash on Sunday, 13 January, has been hailed a resounding success.

“When you get a day as we did in the weekend it all runs pretty well. It continues to get good support every year,” says organiser Allan Brodie.

Allan, together with Motueka local, Brent McGlashen, organised the event now in its ninth year.

With 29 teams entered, comprised of more than 100 players, the decline in numbers has been put down to the event being scheduled a week later than usual and consequently many Cantabrians having already returned home.

The courts were set up in the lagoon between the “tight” tides, and the players enjoyed a picture-perfect Kaiteri day with close matches that “were wellfought in the heat”.

Five categories made up one of New Zealand’s most unique beach volleyball tournaments, with entrants in men’s, women’s and mixed pairs, and social and competitive fours.

Prizes were generously donated by The Beached Whale, Motueka New World, Mapua Sprig & Fern and Whitwells. “We had great support once again from the Motueka business community.”

Women’s pairs competitor Brooklyn Crichton sends the ball back over the net during the Kaiteri Beach Bash.