The Guardian - 25 May 2022

Country kids tackle course

James Omolo, Aaliyah Winwood, William Weeb, Ayarna Linstear (back left), Ocean Power (back right), William Ashton and Blake Clarke of Tapawera Area School set off on their annual cross-country race earlier this month. The entire school’s students take part in racing which is a popular fixture on the school’s calendar.

Photo: Susan Fenemor.

Book detailing first-hand experiences in Africa launching at Motueka Library

Long-time Golden Bay resident Andrew Tilling, who now resides in Ruby Bay, has self-published a book full of stories that are anecdotes of personal, first-hand experiences of conservation and development practices and initiatives in east, central and southern Africa over a period of the last seventy years.

“There are humorous incidents, often at my own expense. I have called the book a tragi-comedy, as there are serious implications for the management of natural resources and the conservation of indigenous forests,” says Andrew.

He says this is particularly relevant given the COP 26 agreement for renewed focus of land-use issues and

indigenous forest conservation.

“Although the book is in some ways an autobiography, it is more than that as it is a commentary on the social, political and environmental changes that have taken place in my lifetime’s association with Africa for over 70 years.”

The book highlights the practical realities of achieving sustainable development, rather than the rhetoric of the promises made at forums like COP 26 and the policies adopted.

“There are many obstacles, such as a lack of political will, corruption and burgeoning populations, leading to resource conflicts.”

Written in a “chatty” nature with plenty of photographs, the book

contains notes supplying further details.

Although Andrew’s book is a personal view of conservation and development, he has set his experiences in a socio-political, economic and environmental context.

Even though the setting is Africa, many of the issues are universal.

“From my own work in the Pacific and SE Asia, I have found this to be true,” he says.

“Changing the Spots of the Leopard: A personal Conservation and Development Saga in Africa” will be launched by Andrew at the Motueka Library on June 1st at 7pm.

Copies of the book will be available for $35, and eBook version (with hyperlinks) $10.

Motueka housing development progresses as successful IAF projects announced

A 200-home development in Motueka has been included in a list of 35 projects invited to move forward with Infrastructure Acceleration Fund (IAF) applications.

Managed by Kainga Ora, the IAF is a contestable fund of at least $1 billion nationally, to allocate funding for key infrastructure to enable housing development within five years.

The IAF was open to territorial authorities, developers and iwi to apply for councils to be funded for transport, three waters or floodmanagement projects needed to service the

development of new or additional housing in the short to medium term.

Over 200 expressions of interest were received nationwide in the initial stage of the IAF in June 2021, with over $5 billion requested from the approximately $1 billion fund.

Tasman District Council was invited to submit further proposals for three projects to the next stage of the IAF process in October 2021. These represented 621 homes in Takaka (100), Motueka (200) and Wakefield (321).

Following further evaluation of pro-

posals, Kainga Ora announced this week the 35 projects throughout New Zealand which have been invited to enter the final negotiation stage of the IAF process.

Tasman District Council was informed that the Motueka West Phase 1 Whakarewa Street Proposal submitted in conjunction with Wakatu Incorporation, was successful.

However, the Mohua Venture proposal in Takaka did not progress.

The Wakefield Village proposalthe largest of the

three projects which involved the majority of the funding soughtdid not progress to the next stage either.

Tasman District Council strategic policy manager Dwayne Fletcher says while there was some disappointment not to have the Wakefield and Mohua projects included in that week’s announcement, the invitation to progress the Motueka West proposal represented a good outcome being achieved for housing in the combined market.

Partners in all applications had been advised of the deci-

sion, Dwayne says. Wakatu Incorporation Group General Manager of Property and Commercial Iain Sheves says “this is exciting news which represents a big milestone in this project, albeit with significant work ahead before the real development can begin.”

Council would be working with Kainga Ora in the coming weeks to meet all identified criteria as part of the final evaluation.

Kainga Ora will look to make decisions around final funding from July onwards.

Author Andrew Tilling.

Push is on to complete Golden Bay grandstand restoration

As the final push is made to complete the restoration of Golden Bay’s historic grandstand, Tasman District Council is exploring options to fund additional unforeseen work.

The grandstand adjacent to the Golden Bay Recreation Park Centre was earmarked for demolition but after negotiations with residents the wrecking ball was kept at bay and an agreement was reached to restore the structure.

As part of the Council’s 10-year Plan 2021-31, a budgeted $930,000 contribution to the project was brought forward, to be made available this financial year, and

work began. However, as the project has proceeded, it has become clear that the condition of the existing structure was far worse than anticipated. Works additional to the original cost estimate include replacement of approximately 97% of the structural timber, full reconstruction of the foundations, and removal of residual asbestos.

Engineers have also identified that the roof will require significant repairs and repainting within the next five to seven years, which would be much more cost effective if this were done now.

The total cost of the additional grandstand

work is $195,000.

Councillors were considering a report last Thursday, 19 May which provided various funding options.

The project budget of $930,000 is funded from the District Facilities Rate. The additional $195,000 required could also be funded from this rate. Alternatively, it could also be funded from the Golden Bay Community Board Rate or the General Rate.

Options for funding nearly $300,000 worth of car-parking upgrades for the entire Recreation Park area were also being discussed at the meeting.

A community com-

mitment to provide funds toward the project is yet to bear fruit, however members of the A&P Association and Grandstand Trust

have offered to contribute labour to a community painting day. The project is scheduled for completion by the end of August.

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Cremator Operator

The Golden Bay grandstand in all its glory in the early 60’s.

The restoration of Golden Bay’s grandstand is well underway.

Lorelle McNaughton to play Spanish music at the Chanel

New Zealand pianist Lorelle McNaughton will be giving a concert of Spanish piano music next Wednesday, 1 June at Motueka’s Chanel Arts Centre. The programme includes music by Manuel de Falla, Enrique Granados and Isaac Albeniz.

Lorelle is of MaoriChinese and Scottish descent, and was

born and raised in South Auckland. She completed her Bachelor of Music at Auckland University graduating as a Top Scholar, before moving to Sydney for her First Class Honours and Master of Music at the Sydney Conservatorium, where she won numerous scholarships, competitions and awards. In 2015, hav-

ing developed a specialisation in Spanish repertoire, Lorelle moved to Barcelona to study at the Academia Marshall and Liceu Conservatori under renowned pianists and pedagogues Marta Zabaleta, Albert Attenelle, and Carlota Garriga – all contemporaries and disciples of the great Alicia de Larrocha.

As a performer and

researcher, Lorelle enjoys a growing reputation as an interpreter of the music of Albeniz, Granados, Falla, Mompou, and other Spanish composers.

She has performed and presented lecture-recitals throughout New Zealand, Australia and Europe and won the award for Best Interpretations of Spanish Music at

the Barcelona Piano Academy. Lorelle also performs a wide range of piano repertoire but in this concert her programme is of Spanish composers.

Tickets (adults $25 schoolchildren $5) can be purchased at Floral Affaire, High Street, Motueka (cash only) or at the door on the night of the concert when EFTPOS will be available.

Ann Kaikoura “Probably comedy, I like to laugh.”

George Kaikoura “I enjoy sci-fi.”

Lynne Motueka Valley “I live off the grid, but if I do it’d have to be period dramas.”

Warren Kaikoura “I like Westerns.”

Talented Kiwi pianist Lorelle McNaughton.

Rolling Seas to Rowling Heights

When Kaiteriteri’s Tom Rowling began documenting his life history in a bid to record it he soon realised “it was bigger than Ben-Hur”, so he has now published a book that contains an extract of his life story.

His book, ‘Rolling Seas to Rowling Heights’, tells the tale of Tom’s first six years at sea, 1959-65.

Tom joined the Westhaven Shipping Company in March 1959 as a sixteenyear-old deck boy on a scow, a small wooden ship that traded around the coast of New Zealand.

He’d progressed through the industry to second mate when he came ashore in December 1965 to start a water taxi business, ferrying holidaymakers from Kaiteriteri into the Abel Tasman National Park.

The book’s a fascinating account of how a naïve young dreamer from a sheltered rural background copes with the hardships of life at sea in confined spaces with little privacy. A fast learner he finds he loves his chosen profession.

The book covers the many ships in which he sailed and his adventures in bars and brothels around the world. From shy young boy to keen, often cheeky, enthusiastic young man.

The book, only recently published, has been receiving rave reviews from those fortunate enough to have got their hands on a copy, with one commenting that his cups of tea kept getting cold as he “simply couldn’t put the book down”.

Raised in Kaiteriteri after spending his early childhood in Murchison where his father was dairy farm-

ing, Tom says he “was mucking around on boats from an early age”.

“I remember being pushed out to sea by myself in a dingy at 7-years and told to row!”

No stranger to having books published, this is however the first of a personal account, previous books published include one for local use on weather conditions.

“I’d like to do a book on the history of Kaiteriteri, I have a lot of recordings of my father’s and grandfather’s.”

Tom’s great-greatgrandfather Thomas

Rowling was the first European to set foot on Kaiteriteri Beach after sailing with Captain Arthur Wakefield in 1841. It was to be the first of many steps he and his family would make into the history books of Nelson and Tasman Bay.

Tom’s affinity with the sea continues and he has eight vessels of various shapes and sizes, enabling him to continue visiting his favourite spots of Falls River and Fisherman Island.

Obtain a copy of ‘Rolling Seas to Rowling Heights’ by Tom Rowling through CopyPress for $30.

Kaiteriteri’s Tom Rowling has published a book telling the tale of his early days at sea.

The Golden Sands water taxi that was captained by Tom in the 60’s.

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CRAIG’S CARS OF THE WEEK

2015

NZ Music Month

WHAT’S HAPPENING atourlibrary

Monday 23, 30 1.30pm - 2pm

Listen to Motueka High School students perform for NZ Music month.

Solar Made Simple

31 May, 2 June & 4 June, 11am - 12.30pm

Learn about energy consumption, how to conserve energy and whether to go solar or not, a talk with Kevin Fourie. Bookings advisable, call in or phone 03 528 1047.

Author Talk with Andrew Tilling

Wednesday 1 June, 7pm - 8pm

Come and hear about Andrew’s book “Changing the spots of the leopard: A personal conservation and development saga in Africa.”

Anecdotes and humorous experiences over the last 7 years.

Robin Slow Art Exhibition 7 June – 7 July

Well known New Zealand Maori artist has a special exhibition at Motueka Library.

Haiku Evening

Friday, 10 June

A prize giving for our Haiku winners. Come and read your Haiku or listen to Haiku. Local poet and judge will discuss Haiku and the winners.

World Ocean’s Day Take & Make Postcard Kits

8-15 June

Celebrating our oceans and its creatures. Pick up your postcard kit, for all ages.

Knit in Public Day - 11 June

Bring in your knitting and enjoy the relaxing ambience. Light refreshments.

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Zefa Fa’avae

Student of the Week Award

Congratulations to Zefa Fa’avae for being selected for the New Zealand Junior Worlds Orienteering team to compete in Portugal in July.

He competed in the NZ Orienteering Nationals , in the Elite under 20 Section, over Easter and was placed 6th in the Sprint, 1st in the Middle and 1st in the Long events. Zefa would like to thank Motueka Creamery, Talley’s and Motueka ITM for their support.

BYO picnic concert on Saturday

Following a successful concert at the Chanel Arts Centre on Saturday, Julie Bevan (guitar) and Nick van Dijk (trombone, trumpet, keys) are performing a public house concert at 225 Riwaka Valley Road at 2pm this Saturday, 21 May.

This concert is an all-weather BYO picnic with entry by koha.

Concert goers can expect eclectic original music inspired by jazz, kiwi and Brazilian music styles, all vying for the listener’s attention.

It draws on all the musical experiences and styles of music Julie and Nick have been involved with over the years.

Guitarist/composer

Julie brings a unique blend of original and classic Bossa Nova to international audiences.

Julie has presented concerts of original

music in Japan, Brazil, Australia Sweden and NZ. Julie’s recent critically acclaimed album ‘Kaleidoscope’ was recorded both in Brazil and Aotearoa.

Julie plays guitar, beautifully, and her repertoire of instrumentals including her own compositions are strongly influenced by Brazilian samba.

Sliding smoothly between the trombone, trumpet and the piano chairs, Nick reveals rich harmonic layers in seas of blues, jazz and soul. From mentoring at New Zealand’s finest jazz institutions to playing in orchestras and show bands through to jamming in restaurants and bars the focus is on musical alchemy. By melding lyrical melody within slinky chord structures, Nick shows his ability to charm and relax listeners of all outlooks.

Nick van Dijk.

Julie Bevan.

A reader snapped this photo of the Cobb Reservoir earlier this month which shows how dry Autumn was until recently.

To liven up our town during the cooler May weather, Our Town Motueka organised a series of live music events outside the Museum which was enjoyed by many. Called Motueka Music and MAYhem attendees were treated to a variety of acts from Kapa Haka to Morris Dancers.

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their uplifting beats. Above

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Above left - EJ Zumba danced their socks

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Our Town Motueka Co-ordinator Claire Hutt with one of the RUM - Morris Dancers who was dressed as a Unicorn for a bit of fun.

Above - A large crowd came to watch Taumata Kahuki (Parklands School) perform. Jiggery Folkery (below left) entertained on Friday with Motueka Highland Pipe Band finshing the event on a high note at noon on Saturday.

Local talent featured in TOTS Film Festival

Riwaka’s Nathan Green has been acting his entire life so it was a natural progression to become involved with the Top of the South Filmmakers five years ago, and this Sunday, 29 May the Motueka audience at the Top of the South Film Festival can view “Whekau” a short film directed by Nathan.

An official selection, “Whekau” is set at Isel House in Stoke. It’s the story of a father who can’t let go and a daughter who held on too long. As a wellto-do Nelsonian, her options for marriage have fizzled out and she has grown middleaged. Attempting to elope with the gardener, the harsh laughter of the Laughing Owl, the Whekau, brings her back to reality. In reality, the Whekau became extinct around 1914.

Motueka

The seven-minute short film features Motueka local Vicki Cirne playing the Cook in her first appearance on film.

a great learning experience,” says Nathan, who began writing during our first lockdown, and is now “on a mission to make films that tell Motueka’s stories”.

Nathan’s currently working on a play to put on early next year titled “Murdereka”.

The Top of the South Film Festival has established itself as one of New Zealand’s most promising and unique young film festivals and gives the region’s filmmakers an opportunity to premiere their films on the big screen. From drama to documentaries, comedy to horror, music videos to animations, the screenings attract hundreds of film lovers annually.

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and the Young Top of the South Fimmakers screening (films from kids yrs 3 – 10).

Local TDC Councillor

Trindi Walker said after the 2020 Festival the “bar has certainly been lifted”. “The calibre of this year’s films was outstanding. They were all worth viewing and held such depth and contrasts in context,” said Trindi.

The Top of the South Film Festival:

Sunday, 29th May State Cinema, Motueka

https://statecinemamotueka.co.nz/

9:30am - 10:00amRed Carpet

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“The whole process has been fabulous and

Hosted by MC’s Matt Lawrey and Emily Russell this year the Festival celebrates its seventh year of expansion and growth featuring the best locally produced films, showcasing 48 films in four different screening events: the Gold Reel and Silver Reels, the Aotearoa Reel (best entries from all of NZ)

10:00am – 11:00pm -- Young Top of the South Filmmakers

Screening

11:30pm – 12:00pmRed Carpet

12:00pm – 1:45pm -Aotearoa Screening

2:00 – 2:30 - Red Carpet

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Retire in style!

Tasman District Council elected members have decided to leave the vacancy created by the resignation of Richmond Ward Councillor Dana Wensley (pictured) unfilled until October’s local body elections. Councillor Wensley has represented Richmond Ward since 2016 and resigned on 5 May to take up a new role with the Child Poverty Action Group in Auckland.

Councillor Wensley held positions.

Councillor Chris Hill will pick up the role of Chair of the Regulatory Committee and will also join the Community Awards Subcommittee.

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Riwaka’s Nathan Green. Below: A frame grab from “Whekau”, a film directed by Nathan Green and featuring local Vicki Cirne.

Introducing Te Awhina Marae’s Covid Community Connectors

Load control saves you money

Load control is a mechanism that Network Tasman and many other lines companies use to manage the demand that heating water places on the electricity network during ‘peak’ demand periods, typically in the morning and early evening on the coldest winter days. 11:08.15

Bonnie Thaugland and Tania Scarf.

Load control allows Network Tasman to shut o devices such as electrical hot water cylinders for a short time during the periods of highest demand. As a result Network Tasman can keep costs down and pass those savings on to our consumers. Cheaper prices for water heating are shown on your electricity bill as a line called ‘controlled’ or ‘economy’. Controlling the load in this way doesn’t impact on the way you use your hot water e.g. to wash your dishes, do laundry or have showers and baths. Our aim is to ensure that you don’t even notice that load control is being used.

Bonnie Thaugland and Tania Scarf have been appointed as the Covid Community Connectors based at Te Awhina Marae. These positions have been established to tautoko anyone in the community isolating due to Covid.

The role is about manaakitanga and making sure whanau and community are supported during this time. Bonnie and Tania have access to

several resources and networks to enable them to provide for your needs. Please remember to register your positive Covid test result into the Ministry of Health ‘My Covid Record’ website link: https://mycovidrecord.health.nz/ to trigger the referral process or contact the Connectors directly as per details below.

“We look forward to getting to know our beautiful whanau.

Please don’t be whakama to reach out and ask for help!” say the pair.

Contact details: 0800662944 (0800MOAWHI)

Bonnie Thaugland Community Connector

Te Awhina Marae

Phone: 03 528 6061 Mobile: 0272458302

Email: bonnie.tcomconnector@tam.org. nz

Web: www.tam.org.

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Tania Scarf Community Connector

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National’s transport visit

Load control helps save consumers money because Network Tasman doesn’t have to invest so much money upgrading the capacity of its local network to cope with ever-increasing peaks during network busy hours.

“As an example,” says Network Tasman’s Regulatory and Commercial Manager, Daniel Vincent, “in the coming years we will need to build a new grid exit point in Brightwater. If we didn’t have load control, we would have needed to make this $40 million investment years earlier and customers would already be paying for that investment in their power bill.

“Deferring investment keeps our network at a level that is in line with what the community actually needs and, in turn, keeps electricity prices down. It also means we can take advantage of developing technology and innovation as alternatives to traditional network supply become available.

“Management of peak load through hot water load control by Network Tasman saves the company and its customers a signi cant amount of money every year.”

National List MP Maureen Pugh hosted a transport and roading visit to the region recently with a group headed by National’s Transport spokesman, Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown.

Associate transport spokesmen Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey and Coromandel MP Scott Simpson were also part of the group to call on transport interests and local body

officials.

“With our huge focus on transport and infrastructure we are very keen to talk about solutions to traffic congestion problems in the region and specifically find out the progress

on a replacement dual-lane bridge for Motueka, which is long overdue to overcome both day-to-day trucking and holiday season hazards which local people are putting up with,” says Maureen.

Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown and National List MP Maureen Pugh.

Kahurangi Overcome Central with Massive Defensive Effort

By Brendan Alborn.

Kahurangi was forced to dig deep against Central in their Tasman Trophy match on Saturday, capping off a full day of rugby action as part of Huia’s Club Day with a 33-22 victory. In the final frantic minutes of the match Central scored its fourth try to leave Kahurangi clinging on desperately to a six point lead. It was only when Mike Wells ghosted through what had been, at least for 79 minutes, a resolute Central defensive screen to dot down, was the retention of the John Goodman Trophy assured. Just over a year ago, Kahurangi had beaten Central at home to secure that trophy and the Blenheim side had clearly come to Motueka determined to take it back with them over the Whangamoa Saddle.

Just like their Div One counterparts, the Division Two Huia Hawks hadn’t played a game in two weeks due to Nelson postponing their match

originally scheduled for last Saturday because of the high number of Covid-19 cases in their squads. While a lack of cohesion was therefore understandable, the Huia Hawks were able to finally overcome the Valley Stags in the closing moments of their match by 30-27. Playing away at Brightwater, the Riwaka Division Two side went down to Wanderers by 50-5.

The Kahurangi Women were defeated by Marist 34-15 in a game that showed contrasting game approaches and player sizes. Marist, the much larger team, played to its strengths and ran hard close to the ruck in an attempt to batter the smaller Kahurangi players into submission before they threw the ball wide. These tactics proved successful with Marist scoring two tries in the opening 15 minutes. Kahurangi’s plan, in contrast, was to move the ball to width at every opportunity to run the larger Marist team around

the park. Cora Delany ran a beautiful line to exploit a hole in the Marist defence which enabled some sustained attack for Kahurangi to finally get across the line and get themselves on the scoresheet. Kahurangi fought back to be within 10 points on a couple of occasions in the second half but Marist quickly reverted to their strengths of keeping the ball close to their forwards, and ultimately came away with a well-deserved win. Number eight and vice-captain Tanita Garnett, and first five eighths Ashleigh Wood were prominent throughout the match.

While it was the backs who scored all of the Kahurangi Men’s points in their game against Central, those same backs should have been buying the beers for the forwards all night at the Huia clubrooms on Saturday. Facing a physical and uncompromising Central pack, Kahurangi’s forwards defended themselves to a standstill.

Junior Seuteni tackled

with vigour and earned his team some critical turnovers, on several occasions making a dominant tackle only to bounce straight back to his feet to make another one. The young Samoan loose-head prop was ably backed up by what is developing into a young but intimidating tight five unit with Thomas Robinson, Josh Te Hira, Hunter Leppien and Harry Curtis. While Kahurangi open-side Angus Fletcher has been able to post himself in the wide channels during early matches this season he adapted his game

perfectly for the threat presented by the Central forward pack. Fletcher worked his way through a mountain of defensive work either chop-tacking or wrapping the man and ball as required, frustrating Central to the point where their annoyance boiled over. Meanwhile, in the backs, winger Stein Schreiber had exactly two try scoring opportunities in the entire match, both of which came within 10 minutes, and both of which he scored from. The first try came from a characteristic chip and chase in which the outcome seemed pre-

destined as soon as he put boot to ball, and the second try from an intercept when Central attempted a wide pass. Ben Johnston, in a confidence building display at first five eighths, distributed crisply and largely kicked well from the hand and off the tee for his 13 point haul. While Central had used the wind at their backs expertly in the first half to kick long and dominate territory, they would have been disappointed at half time to only be up by 10-8. In the second half it was Kahurangi’s turn to use the tailwind to their territorial

advantage and for the large periods without the ball, to put up a defensive wall that only buckled twice under relentless and sustained pressure. The Kahurangi men’s side have the bye this week before travelling to Brightwater on Saturday, 4 June to take on Wanderers. The Kahurangi Women are away to Waimea at 11.30am this Saturday, 28. In Division Two rugby, Riwaka play the Valley Stags in Tapawera at 1.15pm, while the Huia Hawks are at home against Collingwood with kick-off at 1.30pm.

Stein Schreiber streaks away for a try. Photo: Lucy Te Hira.

Riwaka hops a beer lover’s favourite

A special range of ‘once-a-year beer’ that can only be created during the New Zealand hop harvest is hitting New World’s beer chiller shelves as brewers release their latest season of fresh hop brews.

Following fast work from hop growers, brewers and logistics teams, it’s now up to beer fans to get in quick to snap up their chance to taste all the deliciousness of the 2022 hop crop in a can (or bottle!).

What are fresh hop beers?

Each year while the New Zealand hop harvest is in full swing and the bulk of the crop is being preserved in pellet form, brewers get a fleeting chance to work with a small amount of their favourite ingredient: freshly picked hops.

Supplied within hours of being plucked from the bine (yes, bine), fresh hops are crisp, green and

bursting with pungent hoppy goodness – all qualities brewers aim to capture in each unique beer.

Timing is everything.

“Timing is everything with fresh hops,” explains Chris Anderson, head of all things beverage for Foodstuffs North Island.

“Hops are quite delicate, and it’s a race to get them picked, chilled and into brews before their best qualities start to degrade.

“Many brewers work one-on-one with their chosen hop growers to nail down the harvest of their fresh hops to a precise day and time, and then transport them to the brewery within hours – sometime by chartered plane – where bubbling brews are ready and waiting.”

For at least one brewer, it took less than 12 hours to get their hops from bine to brew.

Luke Nicholas,

owner and founder of Epic Beer explains, “Our friend from Eggers Hop Farm in the Moutere Valley was up at 5am picking the hops, so we could get them into the brew as fast as possible.”

“He even went through the field to personally select the very best plants for us, so we have the most aromatic and perfectly ripe Riwaka hops – a real cult favourite among beer lovers.

“The hops were delivered to Nelson airport by 7am, were in Auckland by noon and into the brew by 2pm the same day – so our customers can be sure they are getting some of the freshest fresh hop beer around!”

Timing remains critical once the beers are ready too, says Anderson. “Like the hops, fresh hop beers have to be handled with care and kept chilled for the best fresh taste.

“Our stores work

closely with brewers to get their stock from brewery to New World chiller shelves quickly, so customer can enjoy them in perfect condition.”

Participating New World stores across the North and South Islands will stock a selection of fresh hop beers from a range of

18 brews – the largest number the supermarket has optioned to range since it began supporting fresh hop beers back in 2018.

There are pale ales, IPAs, hazies and pilsners from legendary brew brands including:

8 Wired, Baylands, Behemoth, Deep Creek, DVB (Double

Vision Brewing), Eddyline, Epic, Garage Project, Good George, Panhead, Parrotdog, Renaissance, Sawmill and Urbanaut.

Nature’s role in when different hop varieties are ripe for picking, means releases to the supermarket shelf spanned through the month of April.

And yep, you guessed it…. Beer fans who want to get a taste of this year’s fresh hop beers will need to move fast too.

“Numbers of each beer are very limited across the country, and last season’s fresh hop favourites sold out within a week of arrival in some locations.”

Fresh hops on bine.

Enjoy a bikkie for a good cause

Foodstuffs New Zealand and Griffin’s are bringing back their limited-edition social impact biscuit that tastes good and does good with $1 from every packet sold going directly to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ to support those with breast cancer.

The delicious sweet biscuits available in either choc milk or pink icing, are the perfect addition to a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, a work morning tea shout or even just with your afternoon cuppa, and an easy way to help show your support for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ this Pink Ribbon Breakfast month.

Foodstuffs and Griffin’s have set a goal to raise $175,000 through the sale of the bikkies which will go towards efforts to raise Kiwis’ awareness of breast health, the importance of early detection, as well as providing free support services for breast cancer patients. Available throughout May, the feel-good treats are on shelves exclusively through New World,

Pak’nSave and Four Square supermarkets nationwide while stocks last.

Head of Cooperative Public Relations Emma Wooster says it means a lot to the Foodstuffs team to be able to support the work the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ does across Aotearoa.

“There really has never been a better reason to add biscuits to your shopping list during May. Too many of us know the impact of breast cancer, and we’re confident our amazing customers will get behind the cause and help us reach our fundraising goal.”

More than 3,500 women and around 25 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year here in New Zealand. That’s nine women a day.

Griffin’s Business Manager – Foodstuffs North Island Angus Mackie says it’s a great initiative to bring back for 2022.

“We’re so glad to be working alongside Foodstuffs again to help Breast Cancer Foundation NZ with

their important work.”

Due to the ongoing effects of Covid-19, women have been missing their annual mammograms with 50,000 women estimated to be overdue for a check-up.

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ chief executive, Ah-Leen Rayner, says these biscuits serve as a delicious reminder of the importance of breast health.

“Breast cancer is most treatable when it’s found early. Women should be breast aware from age 20, which means you need to know the normal look and feel of your breasts, so you can tell your doctor if there any changes.”

“Breast Cancer Foundation NZ receives no government funding, so we

rely on generous partners like Foodstuffs and Griffin’s to help raise critical funds so we can educate Kiwis on the importance of going for mammograms, doing regular self-checks and providing support to breast cancer patients. New World, Pak’nSave and Four Square customers who purchase the social impact biscuits for their morning tea or Pink Ribbon Breakfast, will have a direct impact on Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s efforts and the support we provide.”

Head along to your local New World, Pak’nSave or Four Square this May to pick up a packet of bikkies to share with your friends and whanau and start the important conversation of breast health.

BLACKCAPS Schedule 2022

2nd T20I - Scotland v New Zealand EDINBURGH

New Zealand v South Africa

11.00pm

ICC 1st Test - Scotland v New Zealand EDINBURGH

New Zealand v Sri Lanka 6.00am

1st T20I - Netherlands v New Zealand

3.00am

England v New Zealand 2.00am

2nd T20I - Netherlands v New Zealand

2.00am WESTVLIET, THE HAGUE

ICC T20 World Cup Australia v New Zealand

8.00pm

ICC T20 World Cup Afghanistan v New Zealand

8.00pm MELBOURNE

ICC T20 World Cup New Zealand v TBC

8.00pm

ICC T20 World Cup England - New Zealand

9.00pm

BRISBANE

ICC T20 World Cup New Zealand v TBC

5.00pm

ADELAIDE

Anna Loach

DamaraPearl

Andrea Babington

Riwaka’s favourite cafe has a new owner

It’s a glorious May morning, the air is crisp and fresh with not a cloud in the sky. The historic settlement of Riwaka is starting to come to life, youngsters making their way to school amble past Mrs Smith’s, a look of contentment on their faces as they catch wafts of bacon sizzling and fresh baking in the oven. Inside Riwaka’s most popular café an assortment of satisfied customers sip on steaming cups of hot coffee whilst devouring various breakfast offerings and a stream of tradies donning fluro vests pick up freshly baked pies on the way to work.

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Above - Toni Marshall, new owner of Mrs Smith’s in Riwaka

There’s an interesting assortment of vehicles in the ample carpark; soon to be joined by a group of cyclists who have phoned ahead to collect a packed lunch before venturing off to Kaiterteri via the Great Taste Trail. We settle in on a comfortable bench seat, enjoying the local artwork and atmosphere as regular customers are greeted by name and newcomers welcomed with warm smiles. Riwaka local Toni Marshall comes over and joins us with a much needed brew to fill us in on becoming the new owner of Mrs Smith’s.

A bit of a local institution, Mrs Smith’s started from humble rural beginnings. From a vegetable stand on the side of road the business was created and nurtured by Karen and Phil to become Riwaka’s most popular café. When the couple were ready to retire they approached Toni to see if she would be interested in the business, Toni agreed to take it over and Karen and Phil are delighted that their baby is in such a safe pair of hands

Cooking with Nana

We all have favourite childhood memories, those treasured moments that help to shape who we are. For Toni, cooking with Nana is one of those memories that she holds dear to her heart. Nana was a wonderful cook and one of the reasons Toni has such a passion for food. With nine children and many grandchildren as well as

great grandchildren, Nana knew how to cater for a small crowd. Toni loved to spend time with her, but what she enjoyed the most was helping her in the kitchen.

Nana would say, if you have an egg and some flour you can make anything.”

As mentioned, Nana had a big family which meant family gatherings were large affairs. Some of Toni’s favourite gatherings were when they went to Aunty Joy’s house. Rather than the usual roast dinner, Aunty Joy would put

on a feast of various dishes and offerings. “Aunty Joy used to wow me with lots of choices instead of the usual kiwi food,” says Toni with a warm smile.

It was no wonder that Toni ended up involved in the food industry, in fact the corner which Mrs Smith’s sits on also used to house Flaming Hot Catering, the catering business she helped found. Food must be in her genes and her eyes fill with warmth as she explains that her 11 year old daughter Ally also shares her love of cooking, especially making cakes.

Now there’s a bit of a local secret… Toni crafts the most incredible cakes for special occasions and shows us some photos. Wow, is our next comment, gazing upon images of such outstanding creations.

“Only if time allows,” she reminds us.

After all this busy woman has four offspring aged from three to 22 years and there are grandchildren too. Yes they call her Nana and no doubt her cooking aromas will lure them into the kitchen too.

You can find out more about Toni’s incredible cakes via www.facebook.com/Creative-cakes-catering-for-specialoccasions-Mrs-smiths-cafe-riwaka-897582753637531/

What’s on offer at Riwaka’s favourite cafe?

Steaming hot coffee at Mrs Smith’s is brewed exclusively with Oakland’s Milk with all their food made on site so you can be sure it’s fresh. This popular café offers both breakfast from 8.30am – 11am and lunch from noon until 3pm. They cater for all kinds of dietary requirements including vegetarian, keto and gluten free.

Enjoy a hot breakfast of eggs benedict or steaming hot waffles, or stop in for a tasty lunch time burger. Grab a sweet treat, such as a piece of homemade Belgium slice, a decadent brownie or one of their fresh muffins.

Not only do they operate as a café, you’ll also find a selection of other goodies including fresh fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, local honey, lush pot plants, pounamu treasures and even postcards.

If you are thinking about a work place shout, catering or a function the team at Mrs Smith’s are more than happy to take care of your requirements. They even cater for private birthdays and wedding buffets, their platters are outstanding.

Toni would like to thank locals for their support, from our orchard workers to our tradies, our tourism operators to Mrs Smith’s regular customers and everyone in between. As well her incredible valuable staff whose creativity she strongly encourages.

Drop into Mrs Smith’s next time you are in Riwaka, they on the Main Road, number 524. You’ll find plenty of off street parking for various methods of transport. Pick up some goodies on your way home or prior to heading out on a family adventure.

Stop in and enjoy breakfast or lunch, there’s all kinds of options, Mrs Smith’s is just what you’re looking for. Keeping it local in Riwaka.

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Toni (centre) with team members Sequoia (left) and Sera (right)

Takaka’s local hospitality legend

At the end of last year local hospitality legend Holly Osmond alongside her partner Chris Guerrero launched their newest venture, restaurant and ‘Speakeasy Lounge’, Dada Manifesto. It’s a carefully curated contrast to Roots Bar that eludes an air of sophistication, not out of place in any cosmopolitan city.

Roots Bar has always been a local hub in Golden Bay, it’s a venue that throws great parties with DJ’s and musicians come from near and wide to perform. They’ve even had the occasional thrift shop and Whatzine launch.

With its grungy aesthetic and homely rustic appeal, Roots bar is a favourite destination to tear up the dance floor, rock out to live music and enjoy a night out with friends. However Holly with her diverse hospitality knowledge and offshore experience realised Takaka was missing something, a lounge style restaurant and bar. Alongside her dedicated partner Chris, Holly set about filling the void, the concept of Dada Manifesto was born.

Takaka’s newest restaurant and lounge

Dada Manifesto is a place to relax, catch up with friends, share plates of outstanding food, lounge around and speak easy. Often socialising happens in noisy spaces, making it difficult to converse with friends and create conversation. Sitting in a lounge style setting is

far more comfortable and social than leaning against a bar. Live music is often more muted and relaxed in such a setting with more of a dinner jazz style flavour. These types of venues are extremely popular in our larger cities as well as off shore, it was time for Takaka to have such a place.

A great deal of thought has gone in to Dada Manifesto, from the fresh deluxe décor to the gastronomic local fare. A Dali piece ignites the wall with long stork legs against a vibrant sunset hued background; “The Elephants” is a splendid work of art, a contrast to his other musings, is it bizarre or Dada?

ITM Takaka enjoy supporting Holly and her team at The Roots Bar and DaDa Manifesto. Our out of town clients always request a booking at either venue with their Straight up Good Service and Great Food.

Holly Osmond,Takaka’s Queen of Hearts, outside her latest venture Dada Manifesto.

Glancing around the décor is exceptional, quirky touches of retro blended vintage, speckled with definite conversation starters. The framed replica Tristan Tzara poster is definitely Dada, Tzara was a diversely talented artist, poet and writer and one of the Dada movements founding fathers. Tropicana feature wallpaper reminds one of the opening credits from HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ it’s absolutely gorgeous, a superb blend of interior design, and the selected pieces merge together beautifully.

You’ll discover the most delectable selection of food at Dada Manifesto, ingredients are as locally sourced as possible and there is something for everyone. Choose from fresh vibrant salads, succulent loins of venison, traditional style ceviche or skewers of lamb. Don’t forget to order one of their mouth-watering cocktails prior to your meal.

creetly reaching for the last piece of homemade focaccia and musing over the sweet sounds of live dinner jazz. It’s a classy, airy space that’s perfect when it’s nice out, and still works when it’s not.

What’s in a name?

For those of our readers who are unfamiliar with the phrase Dada Manifesto, its history began over 100 years ago. Dada was born out of negative reaction to the horrors of the First World War. In 1916, German poet and artist Hugo Ball wrote what is known as the Dada Manifesto, a political statement about his views on the terrible state of society, acknowledging his dislike for philosophies of the past that claimed to possess the ultimate truth.

What followed was an international movement, stoked by artists and poets associated with Hugo’s club the Cabaret Voltaire in Zurich.

A few things you may find yourself doing here: sipping mojitos from a tiki vessel garnished with long wedges of cucumber, fresh sprigs of mint and a palm tree, commenting on the eclectic art work in the indoor lounge, dis-

Dadaists philosophy completely challenged traditional views of war, class, religion, technology and morals. The philosophy condemned capitalism and nationalism and rejected authoritarianism.

You’ll find references to Dada on Dada Manifesto’s website as well as their menu artwork which includes the following extract from Hugo Ball’s manifesto, first read July 14, 1916

”How does one achieve eternal bliss? By saying dada. How does one become famous? By saying dada. With a noble gesture and delicate propriety. Till one goes crazy. Till one loses consciousness”

The word “Speakeasy” also has an interesting history. Speakeasies began during the American Prohibition as places that provided alcohol in secret.

A wide number of outposts selling alcohol sprung up in secret locations across the country. This was the birth of the speakeasy as we know it.

Takaka’s Queen of Hearts

Holly has a fascinating back story, for those who don’t know this dynamic upbeat woman here is glimpse into her interesting life.

“I worked in just about every type of hospitality business, from cocktail lounges to restaurants, night clubs to band venues.”

It wasn’t long before others noticed her motivation, dedication and vibrant personality; a perfect fit for the music industry. Holly would often pick up bands from the airport, transporting them to various venues among other personal assistant responsibilities. In fact she was personal assistant to legendary kiwi band Fat Freddy’s Drop when they performed over the ditch.

After spending some time in South America and a period working at one of the top fishing lodges in Australia’s Northern Territory, Holly decided it was time to come home and returned to Takaka.

Roots Bar had just come on the market and using her hard earned savings alongside her diverse knowledge of the industry, Holly took the plunge and became part owner of the popular local bar. Before long she brought out her business partner and hasn’t looked back.

As a stronger supporter of local youth Holly is well known for employing and supporting Takaka teenagers. She thoroughly enjoys introducing others to the hospitality industry, starting teens off dishwashing before introducing them to either the kitchen fires or front of house.

She grew up in Takaka, a local girl with a love of music, art and caring for others. Like many of us, when the time was right she spread her wings and moved away to embark on a journey of self-discovery and adventure.

After a short spell in Christchurch, Holly took the plunge and headed for Australia. Settling in Melbourne, she spent some time in the retail industry before discovering her love of hospitality. It was in this vibrant city that Holly experienced every sector of the hospo industry, immersing herself in various roles.

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Holly has a strong team ethos and thoroughly values all of her crew, helping them to climb the hospitality ladder should they be keen to do so. When Holly was young she found it difficult to find support, this inspiring hard working woman is now doing her best to turn that around for Takaka youth.

Roots Bar introduced a click and collect system and some of Holly’s regular patrons showed their support by prepaying sizeable bar tabs. It’s obvious that her customers care about her which in turn reflects how much she values them.

Next time you are in Golden Bay, or for our readers who are lucky enough to already live there, make a point of visiting Dada Manifesto. The cosy atmosphere and tempting gastronomic delights create a fabulous spot for an after work escape, an intimate meal, pre- or post-event cocktails, late night gatherings, or a nightcap. It’s a destination for locals and tourists alike, providing a spirited experience and welcoming atmosphere in a delightedly discreet location.

Holly also helps rescue and rehome cats like this tabby called Mouse who was found in a broom cupboard at the local school.

An avid animal lover Holly is also part of the Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society and along with her partner Chris they rescue unwanted cats and kittens. These felines are then restored to health, retrained and rehomed. Holly also hosts the annual “Fur Ball” at Roots bar to raise funds for the important organisation.

You can find out more about Golden Bay Animal Welfare Society at www.facebook.com/ Goldenbayanimalwelfaresociety they do an enormous amount of good in Golden Bay.

Takaka’s newest restaurant is away from the hustle and bustle of town yet a stone’s throw from it too, a tropical oasis on Commercial Street, number 90 to be exact. Make a table booking online, purchase a gift card or to simply find out more head to Dada Manifesto’s website www.dadamanifesto.co.nz or find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/DadaManifestoTakaka

They are open Wednesday to Thursday 2pm – late and Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11am till late.

Roots Bar is located at 1 Commercial Street, Takaka. Find out about their upcoming gigs via their website www.rootsbar.co.nz and their Facebook page www.facebook.com/rootsbargoldenbay

During Covid, Holly worked with a number of other hospitality venues in the bay to ensure others were supported and were all on the same page. When the traffic light system was put in place they once again connected, it’s heartwarming to hear how the hospitality industry in Golden Bay worked as a team to get through the pandemic.

Imogen, Nico, Sebastián Vargas (Head Chef) at Dada Manifesto.

Junior Netball

NBS Motueka Golf

Our club champs completed the semifinals on Saturday and the Finalists are now ready to go!

The rest of the field played a Russian Roulette, drawn partners where the two Stableford scores are multiplied. It is not a format where you want a zero score as multiplying by zero only has one conclusion, and it’s not good! Winners with a very impressive score were Bryan McKay and Roger Hall on 82

2nd Richard Bullock

and Bob Valle on 80

3rd Pim Borren and Brian Miller on 73

There were ten two’s on the day, the most impressive being a two on the par four number nine scored by Pim Borren!

Lower Moutere Store nearest the pins were scored by Ian Buchanan and Liz Hall.

The ladies played a Nett round; The winner was Joyce Bullock on 68

2nd Jan Overall on 70

Third Shona Johnson

on 71

On Tuesday the 18 hole ladies played a Stableford. This was won by Emily Greenhough on 34

2nd Anne Lawrence on 33

3rd Jenny Van Heerden on 32

The 9 hole ladies played a Nett round.

Division 1

1st Colleen Irwin 34

2nd Gabrielle Milnes 36

Division 2

1st Joy Bawtree 34 2nd Helen Hughey 39

Motueka Bridge

1 Pakarana Taniwha Tasman Jets Tahla / Ilonka

2 Riwaka Galaxy Brooklyn Koru Ruby / Rose

1 Pakarana Whetu Riwaka Shooting Stars Maddy / Zahli / Mihka / Hannah

2 LMO Diamonds MSS Mystics Anneke Vlamming / Ashlee Tolsen

1 Tasman Sapphires MSS Soldiers Sanne Appleby / Tahla / Ilonka

2 Ngatimoti Ferns Rīwaka Rockets Jess / Viana / Madeleine

Year 7 & 8 and Senior Games

Year 7 & 8 and Senior Games

3 Huia Wairua MHS 10 Tūī Carly Graham / Wini Kelly

3 Huia Wairua MHS 10 Tūī Carly Graham / Wini Kelly

4 Rebels MHS Maunga Molly Wilson / Jess King

4 Rebels MHS Maunga Molly Wilson / Jess King

Aimee Seyb / Samantha White

1 MSS Rockets LMS Galaxy

1 MSS Rockets LMS Galaxy

2 Rebel Raiders MHS 9 Rimu Amanda Stilwell / Jess King

Aimee Seyb / Samantha White

2 Rebel Raiders MHS 9 Rimu Amanda Stilwell / Jess King

3 MHS Ngā Whet ū Renegade Raiders Lou Betts / Emma Graham

3 MHS Ngā Whet ū Renegade Raiders Lou Betts / Emma Graham

4 Huia Māna ROG Blue Raelene Shee / Mel Kelly

4 Huia Māna ROG Blue Raelene Shee / Mel Kelly

5 Rīwaka All Stars Tasman Diamonds Char Bone / Kat Dixon

5 Rīwaka All Stars Tasman Diamonds Char Bone / Kat Dixon

1 LMS Emeralds Pakarana Pounamu Hesper Tan / Lani Richards

1 LMS Emeralds Pakarana Pounamu Hesper Tan / Lani Richards

2 Rīwaka Hot Shots LMS Stars Ella George / Abby Butler

2 Rīwaka Hot Shots LMS Stars Ella George / Abby Butler

3 Huia Kaha Huia Ora Carly Graham / Tui Cook

3 Huia Kaha Huia Ora

Carly Graham / Tui Cook

4 ROG Royal Huia A Raelene Shee / Mel Kelly

4 ROG Royal Huia A Raelene Shee / Mel Kelly

5 MSS Steel UMO Titans Vikings / Rebecca Pearce

5 MSS Steel UMO Titans Vikings / Rebecca Pearce

2 Ngatimoti Diamonds UMO Tūīs

2 Ngatimoti Diamonds UMO Tūīs

Tiana Knoef / Lani Richards

Tiana Knoef / Lani Richards

3 MHS Snr Social Vikings Rebecca Pearce / Marcela Blomfield

3 MHS Snr Social Vikings

4 Rogue Raiders Huia Mauri Emma Graham / Lou Betts

Rebecca Pearce / Marcela Blomfield

Emma Graham / Lou Betts

4 Rogue Raiders Huia Mauri

NOTES:

NOTES:

To be able to fit another round in we have

Teams will now have 20 minutes court prior to their game for warm. Please check game times carefully.

To be able to fit another round in we have Teams will now have 20 minutes court prior to their game for warm. Please check game times carefully.

Warm up time Game time 10.30am 10.50am

11.40am 12.00pm 12.50pm 1.10pm

2.00pm 2.20pm

Eagles

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OPERATION COVERUP Operation Cover Up is one month earlier this year. Please have all knitting and goods delivered to 42 High Street by 1st of June. There will not be an open day this year.

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WAIMEA HARRIERS Maitahi-Bayview 10km social run/walk May 29th from Botanics, Nelson 10am. Hilly course, all welcome. See Waimea Harriers website for details.

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recreational fisher self-reporting data.

Fish Mainland Inc will hold a public meeting to discuss its complaint to the Parliamentary Regulations Review Committee regarding the impact the set net ban has on locals who fished in inland waters that did not pose any risk to dolphins. The meeting will also provide instruction for fishers on how to use the new self-reporting app, Mainland Catch, and discussion on the app’s benefits. Bring your cell phone.

The meeting will be held on Wednesday, 25 May, 7pm in Motueka at the Community House on Wallace Street.

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Notification of soil mapping work commencing in Kina, Lower and Upper Moutere

Tasman District Council and Manaaki Whenua

Landcare Research will be undertaking soil mapping work in the Kina, Lower and Upper Moutere area, beginning on 30 May 2022.

We wish to inform all landowners located in the mapping area that Landcare sta may enter your property during this period to undertake the work.

The intention of the work is to visually assess the soil and use the information gained to complement the national soil map of New Zealand.

The work will require soil surveyors to follow a transect of the landscape and dig small pits in the ground at regular intervals.

Soil samples will not be taken.

The soil mapping team will always endeavour to knock on your door rst.

Landcare Research sta are well-trained and aware of farm and property health and safety aspects. Animal paddocks will not be accessed, and gates generally left as found.

If landowners are not at home, a note by your door or letterbox will notify of our presence on your land.

We understand that not all landowners will be comfortable with the procedure.

If you object to us entering a particular area or your property, please let us know before Friday 27 May 2022 and we will refrain from accessing the land.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact land@tasman.govt.nz.

MOTUEKA AERO CLUB

Annual General Meeting of the Motueka Aero Club will be held in the Club Rooms, College St, Motueka on Sunday, 26 June 2022 at 14.00hrs, following a Pot Luck Lunch at 12.00hrs and in line with relevant Covid 19 restrictions.

Nominations of Candidates for Election of O cers should be delivered to the Secretary no later than 13.00hrs Sunday 26th June 2022. Notices of Motion should be in writing 21 days before the AGM.

A list of Retiring O cers is on the Club Room Notice Board.

Kath Middleton, Secretary kath.middleton.mac@gmail.com

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.

Email: info@tasman.govt.nz

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Part Time Dental/Practice Assistant Position available

Steph Wills Dental requires a friendly, energetic, people focused person to join our tight knit team. This role is designed to provide extra support within the practice. The duties will involve some dental assisting, sterilising instruments, along with reception and administration tasks. Training for this role will be provided.

The position is Part Time Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 12.30pm - Close (approx. around 6pm) with the potential for hours to increase.

Applicants must be cheerful, reliable, well presented, responsible, organised and have good communication skills with excellent written and spoken English.

Applicants for this role should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. You must be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 in accordance with the Government's Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order. To apply please email your CV and a cover letter to

MHS rugby girls ready to tackle the season

The Motueka High School Girls Rugby team following their pre-season game on Wednesday, 18 May against Nayland College’s Under-18 Girls’ team, played in Motueka.