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City car parks to go, this time on Vanguard St Andrew Board An apparent lack of council consultation has struck again, this time over the removal of car parks on Vanguard St without telling infuriated business-owners. A hastily-called meeting between a group of business-owners and three Nelson City Council staff members last Friday afternoon was tense as business people told staff that they would not stand by and let more car parks be taken away.

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“Dozens” were removed for a remaining few on the road. “You are telling people, our turning bay in 2008, when Harvey Norman came to customers who put You are telling our customers food on our table, town say the businesses and they would not not to come here because they not to come here becan’t park anywhere let it happen again. cause they can’t park This time only two are anywhere, then when – Francis Lagrutta. proposed to go, to be they park on the footreplaced with trees as part of the Heart path you ticket them. They never want to of Nelson Strategy, but they are two of the come back after that,” says owner of No-

vus Auto Glass, Francis Lagrutta. Council staff said the consultation process was over and it had every right to proceed with the “beautification”, expected to begin within the next week or ten days. This is the second time in as many weeks businesses have cried foul over the strategy, with council reversing the decision

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New surf life saving boat ‘will save lifes’

Nelson Surf Life Saving junior members from left; Tim Ward, 13, Jayd Cosmatos, 13, Jonny Vitz, 13 and Ben Seelen, 14, at the launch of the new surf rescue boat at Tahunanui Beach. Photo: Andrew Board.

Nelson’s coastline just got even safer thanks to a new $40,000 rescue boat. The boat, funded by New Zealand Community Trust, enables the Nelson Surf Life Saving club to continue to quickly respond to marine emergencies in the Nelson region. It replaces the club’s current rescue boat and is faster, lighter and easier to launch than its predecessor. Club president Marcus Gardner says the new boat will be a great asset and is a much needed upgrade. “It was often used to do beach patrols in the Tahunanui Beach area, rescuing kite surfers, kayakers and other water users. But, all this work has taken its toll. The boat had had several rebuilds and was on to its fourth engine. The new boat was blessed by Archdeacon Harvey Ruru and officially launched by deputy mayor Rachel Reese, last Friday. “We are a busy club, our members attend a water-related incident for every 8.8 volunteer hours we spend doing patrols, the highest rate in the country,” says Marcus. Paul Matheson, NZCT Regional Advisory Committee Chairman, said NZCT was proud to be involved in this project. “This is the good side to pokie money. There’s no doubt this new boat will be instrumental in saving lives on our rivers and along our coastline.”

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Youth featherweight boxer Gage Brown has become the first fighter for many years to win a national title under the Nelson Boxing Association banner. He won the title after defeating Masoud Mohamed of Creighton Cobbers Boxing Club of Christchurch at the weekend. Gage convincingly won his bout 22-5 “using a series of technically correct, powerful punches” according to delighted Fighting Fit gym trainer Steve Mitchell. “We’ve had national champions from Nelson in recent years but this is the first time for ages we’ve had one under the Nelson association banner rather than having to compete under another province’s flag,” says Steve. The nationals were held at Hornby Working Men’s

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Gage Brown with his dad Kelvin after winning a national title over the weekend. Photo: Craig Goodman. Club. Gage says he was nervous going into the fight. “But I’m rapt to win a national title.” Gage is now ranked number one in his class in New Zealand and should go on to represent his country in international competition during 2011 says Steve. Nelson has tradition of

punching above its weight in national competition. Jeff Rackley won the Jameson Belt, awarded to New Zealand’s most scientific amateur boxer, on several occasions during his heyday in the 1970’s. Barry Galbraith and Alan McNamara were other national champions from Nelson.

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Continued from page 1. if there were more to go.” for more than 20 parks to be removed at Mont“We aren’t against trees, quite the opposite, I’d gomery car park last Thursday. like to see tree’s everywhere but this is economic, The Vanguard St businesses are hoping for a similar outcome. it’s killing our businesses. People need to be able None of the business-owners said they were conto come and park to get to our businesses,” said Francis. sulted about the move, although council staff sad they did speak with every business and land-owner before going ahead with the plan for 36 Kaiwhere trees to be planted but this was disputed by each of the 15 business people at the meeting. “I’m a land-owner and a business-owner and I can tell you I wasn’t told about this,” said Sun City Paint and Panel owner Tony Johnston. Mayoral candidates have weighed in the issue with Aldo Miccio livid that once again an apparent lack of consultation has left council looking like the bad guy. “I can’t believe it, after the Montgomery Square debacle, I can’t believe that once again there appears to be a lack of council consultation to Nelson businesses about what’s going on.” Deputy mayor Rachel Reese said she was disappointed if businesses hadn’t been consulted and she would looking into the issue. “There are so few car parks on One of the car parks set to be replaced by a tree on Vanguard St as it is, I’d be disappointed Vanguard St.

International media to descend on Nelson Nelson is on a global stage this week despite the main attraction being staged in Wellington. “International journalists visiting Nelson Tasman this week have the potential to reach an audience of well over 10 million” says Nelson Tasman Tourism’s International Marketing

Manager Astrid Fisher. The journalists, writing for 15 high profile print and online publications from Asia and USA, are visiting Nelson Tasman while in New Zealand to attend the World of WearableArt Show in Wellington. Itineraries showcasing the birthplace of WOW, will allow

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Atawhai schoolboy makes ‘miracle’ recovery Andrew Board

Joseph Cotton does not find anything cool night, Jo says she felt like she was stuck in another world. about wearing rugby headgear – he’s more “Everyone was so great, all the nurses and of a soccer fan. But you’d be hard pressed to find the 12 year-old without it on these staff. I was checked into the Ronald McDonald House and then just had to wait, it days, it’s the only protection between the outside world and his pulsating brain. was like being in your own bubble.” Joseph was run over by a 4WD vehicle in It took two days for Joseph to regain consciousness and a lot more time for him to August as he attempted to cross the road afstart regular conversation with his family. ter hopping off the school bus in Atawhai. “It was small steps, each time he would do The accident left him fighting for his life or say something and we’d look at the nurses as he suffered a cracked skull, broken arm, to see if it was good or not, but they would punctured liver, bruised lung and a bleeding say ‘that’s a good sign’ and we would all on the brain. But thanks to multiple operations at Welbreath again,” says Jo. Eventually, after being supported by his lington Hospital, weeks of recovery and an grandmother, older brother James, younger outpouring of support from the community sister Isabella-Rose and his parents, Joseph Joseph is now home and well, despite havbegan to get his sharpness back, ing some way still to travel. beating his parents at cards and A part of his skull still sits in a chess. “That was so great, he was “fridge” in Wellington HospiA part of his skull whipping all of us and every tal and until it gets re-attached only a piece of skin covers his still sits in a “fridge” time he beat us, I was like ‘yah’, brain, which you can visibly see in Wellington Hos- just knowing that his brain was pulsating, and hence the head- pital and until it gets still working,” says Jo. gear. His arm may have to be rere-attached only a The family says the support it received from the community broken into place and the puncpiece of skin covers was amazing and would like to tured liver means no physical his brain thank those who helped in some activity for six months. But his way. parents are just delighted to have their boy “Just the other day I met the lady who did back home. “It is every parent’s worst nightCPR on him at the crash scene, we were so mare,” says mum Jo, a secretary at Auckland lucky to have wonderful people all the way Point School. “It was quite sickening, bethrough, from her to the ambulance guys to cause your world is just pulled apart really. the doctors and nurses. It was just fantastic,” To see your son like that… oh my god… I says Jo. was just thinking ‘fix him, just fix him’.” Twelve year-old Joseph Cotton with his parents Jo and Jeff where he was hit by a After the accident Joseph was loaded into Jeff says his son’s school, Nelson Intermedifour-wheel-drive after hopping off the school bus and trying to cross the road in the back of the ambulance to Nelson Hosate, and football club, Nelson United, were Atawhai last month. Photo: Andrew Board. also very supportive, as were neighbours, pital where his father Jeff, a church minister, parishioners and other members of the was given the worst news of his life. community. While getting Joseph back to “The doctors weren’t telling us anything, so school and his normal life is the key focus I pulled one of them aside and said ‘Will at the moment, Jo says she is supporting a Joseph make it?’ The doctor said, ‘look, I’m petition based in the Waikato to get more not going to give any guarantees’. I walked awareness about passing school buses. “I’d back to the rest of the family and thought like to see a big 20km sign on the back of ‘why did I ask that question?’ Because it’s buses to remind people to slow down when not what I wanted to hear, I wanted to hear passing a school bus. This is something no ‘he’ll be fine.’ That was pretty tough.” parent should have to live through. To me Joseph and Jo then flew to Wellington the whole recovery is a miracle.” Hospital where he underwent surgery that

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A much-loved charity is set to celebrate 100 years in Nelson this week. St Vincent de Paul was founded in France close to 180 years ago by a group of university students who named their society, which aimed to help the poor, after that country’s famous Saint who dedicated his life to helping the needy. One hundred and forty years ago the voluntary organisation made it to New Zealand and a century ago to Nelson. Since arriving to the top-of-the-south St Vincent de Paul has spread and now has stores in Richmond, Motueka, Takaka, Westport, Stoke and Reefton. Area council president Lois Palmer says the society has done a lot of good in the Nelson community over the past century and she hopes it will continue for another 100 years. “I won’t be here of course,” she jokes. “It’s extremely rewarding being involved in an organisation like this, we get people come in here after we may have helped them and they just come back just to say thanks and some burst into tears. That is really nice to know that you’ve made a difference in their lives,” she says. The society is celebrating its birthday by hosting the national St Vincent de Paul AGM in Nelson this weekend. Lois says it’s taken a lot of hard work but it will be a good way to mark the occasion. “We have people coming from all over New Zealand and we’ll have a birthday cake so it should be good fun.”

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Tahunanui School bucks swimming pool trend Phillip Rollo • This week Port Nelson has had 3 container ships, a car carrier, and 3 log ships call in. The cement ship the Westport also called in. • The Strait Freight ship the Monte Stello is due to make her usual call on Saturday. • There was some activity for the Harbour Master craft and search and rescue earlier in the week when it was reported a wind-surfer had been lost at sea. Fortunately he was found on the beach alive and well. What this does highlight however is for all kite and board sailors to take care in the strong winds. Your danger will put others in danger if they come looking for you. Always check the weather before you go, know your limits, if in doubt, don’t go out. Many thanks to police, search and rescue, and harbour master’s staff for a rapid and successful response. • Finally, congratulations to the Nelson Surf Life Saving club on the launch of their new rescue vessel this week. Enjoy your safe boating this week, Dave Duncan, Harbour Master/ Marine Operations Manager.

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Saved holiday money going to the dogs Vicki Osborn, 22, saved $10,000 in a year to get herself to Thailand, where she wanted to volunteer in an animal reserve. Then she was diagnosed with ME. “I was so gutted, but I still wanted to help in some way, I’d been talking with them for a long time and felt like I knew the place,” she says. So instead of spending her hard-earned money on clothes, a TV or a car, Vicki decided to send a container load of blankets, towels and other useful goodies to the reserve. “It’s something I’m so passionate about and I really want to help,” she says. While Vicki is shelling out for the container she is hoping other Nelsonians will help donate old blankets and towels to help fill it. “I wanted to make it really easy for people, I didn’t want to ask for money and this way they can just give me a call and leave the stuff at their letterbox, I’ll come round and pick it up,” she says. Enner Glynn’s Vicki Osborn is putting $10,000 towards For more information contact Vicki on 027 588 7759 a container to Thailand, now she needs to fill it. or 547 6732.

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Nayland’s got (some) talent Guys prancing around the stage in their girlfriends clothes, a David Bain themed barbershop quartet, and more flips than the local fish and chip shop. Yes, it was time again for Nayland’s Got Talent. Nayland’s Got Talent replaced the annual Nayland College lipsync competition last year to increase student involvement. The talent quest format also allows music and drama students to be recognised by their peers. This year Drum and Drum, consisting of Thomas Bate and David Flynn, took out the title. Student Oakley Salton says Nayland’s Got Talent is an im-

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Longest day lives up to its title Mum-friendly Nelson band picks up career pace It was billed as the longest day and students that took part in it would no doubt agree. Twenty five Nelson students endured a five hour challenge that saw them carry logs up the Cathedral steps, tyres up Walters Bluff, a stretcher to the Centre of New Zealand, a sprint challenge at the Botanics, a hose challenge at the fire station training tower and a Uni-Mog pull up Rutherford St. And that was just the start. The “longest day” was the culmination of CACTUS, a military style physical training course aimed at improving physical fitness, motivation, leadership and team work skills. Sessions include circuit training, sprints, equipment carries over an eight week period, three days a week from 5.55am to 7am, followed

by a provided breakfast. This longest day consisted of three teams of eight, plus a challenging team of eight from Nelson Cadet Unit. Instructor Vicky Carnegie says the Nelson City Council-funded course is a real thrill for the participants. “We have a range of students from Nelson College House Captains to those involved with youth justice. Students loved the course, the discipline, the challenge, the new friendships and the sense of achievement.” Students achievement was acknowledged at a presentation ceremony featuring councillor Alison McAlpine and the region’s top police officers Brian McGurk and Gary Knowles. The course was supported by Police, Nelson College, Nelson College for Girls, Youth Nelson, Big Brothers Big

Christopher Solly takes off during one of the CACTUS challenges last week.

Phillip Rollo If you haven’t heard them yet, here’s one reason you should – they are Recommended By Your Mom. “It was a joke at the start, we thought about changing it, but it’s such a big deal, so we thought nah we’d just leave it,” says lead guitarist Josh Edmonds. There’s one mum in particular that the boys say the name was influenced Going places: Matthew Johnston, Sam Edmonds, Callum Huntley by. “Callum’s mum’s really at- and Josh Edmonds are Recommended By Your Mom. tractive, so we just say it’s to go to Nelson, so I just per- “It’s gonna be amazing.” says her,” laughs drummer Sam suaded everyone else.” Josh. “It’s easy listening. All Edmonds. Recommended By Your Mom They’ve played all over the top our songs are quite melodic, consists of brothers Josh and of the South Island, from the but at the same times there’s Sam, lead vocalist Matthew Marlborough Boys and Girls tonnes of energy in them. Johnston, and Callum Hunt- combined formal, to regular It’s fun.” Sam agrees: “If you ley on bass. Sam describes the sets at the Shark Club, and wanna have fun and be happy band as “party punk,” but Josh they even opened for Opshop then go hug a tree, or get the has other ideas. “It’s pop punk, during their attempt to per- album.” at the end of the day that’s what form ten gigs in one day. But Next on the agenda is a muit is. We’ve got heaps of influ- quick scheduling meant the sic video which they will start ences, hard out punk, Matt’s in boys never got to meet them. filming for next weekend. to his indie, and then I’m in to “I was like hey man, and they “We’re gonna try get on C4. raced past me.” That’s how the New Zealand pop, more mainstream stuff.” Three of the members origi- Sam says their worst show music thing works, you’re einated from the Marlborough was at the Havelock Mus- ther an underground band Sounds “out in the middle of sel Festival a couple of years which we’re not really, or you nowhere,” while Callum grew ago. “There was 4000 people have your music video on C4 up in Picton, but they have in town, and then it rained, and people will come to your since moved to Nelson to so we were like ‘sweet they’ll shows.” study at NMIT. “Originally we all come inside’. But they just You can check out Recomwere going to go to Auckland, went home. We played for two mended By Your Mom live but we decided it was a too big hours and no one showed up!” most weekends at the Shark move. Our parents said go to RBM’s debut album Spectrum Club on Bridge St, or at the Nelson, and I was pretty keen is due for release next month. coming Richmond A&P Show.

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Nayland Kindergarten hosts tiny wedding

Rotary presents fellowship award

It’s not often a wedding is celebrated at a kindergarden, but that’s exactly what children at Nayland Kindergarten did last Thursday. Two pupils, Logan Andrews and Elliot Schroder, tied the knot in front of fellow students. teachers and parents. The mock wedding was held with children dressing up for the occasion, ties and shirts for the boys and dresses for the girls. It was the kindergartens end of term focus so everyone has been involved with preparations. The girls have visited a wedding shop and got ideas for dresses and parents have brought in their wedding photos to help give Elliot Schroder and Logan Andrews with friends at their mock inspiration. wedding at Nayland Kindergarten last week.

Recently, Dave Marshall was presented the Paul Harris Fellowship Awarded for outstanding work in the community. This nomination came from the Rotary Club of Whakatu Nelson and was awarded by District Governor Margaret Reeve. In 1996 the Rotary Club of Whakatu Nelson was exploring the idea of establishing a “Parenting Project” which would be of benefit to children at risk between the ages of 5-12 years in the Nelson. Following initial discussions with local community groups an idea was raised for this to become a mentoring initiative and Dave Marshall

was employed in 1997 as Project Leader. The operation name of the programme at that stage was “One to One” mentoring. Learning and concept development saw a re-branding in 1998 as Big Brothers Big Sisters and the first mentor match in Nelson in July of that year. In 2003 Big Brothers Big Sister International gave Dave Marshall the mandate to lead the national development of the program. It was then that an alignment with the principles of Rotary became even more important. Today Big Brothers and Big Sisters is a nation-wide initiative that has helped over 400 young people.

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Play your part Altrusa group members from left; Margaret Paul, Anne White, Di Cressey, Governor-Elect Trish O’Donnell, Chris Tuffnell, President Chris Mouter, Barbara Caygill and Lesley Gunn.

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Altrusa House Trust hosted a birthday celebration with a twist, it was them giving the gifts. Its 30th birthday bash was held at Gracefield clubrooms last week where it donated money to various community groups. Altrusa International was founded in Nashville, Tennessee on April 11, 1917 by Mamie L. Bass and a group of wom-

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en. They had identified the need for an organisation, which would encourage women to develop their personal and professional lives to their full potential, and to strive to help others to empower themselves. Altrusa International Incorporated of Nelson, was chartered on November 26, 1980 with Margaret Paul as the first president.

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A number of local groups were invited to the birthday party, where they were the recipients of a sum of money donated from the club. The Altrusa House Trust was also celebrating 15 years of accommodating people with families in Nelson Hospital or those in need of outpatient services, from out of town.

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Vanguard St is one of Nelson’s most vibrant business districts with dozens of thriving workshops, offices and yards. This week Nelson Weekly profiles the street and the businesses that call it home. Diverse Hydraulics and Pneumatics have excellent workshop facilities and offer both onsite and mobile repairs and service. They carry a wide range of products and they are the agents for Parker, RexRoth, Castrol, Deutz and Festo. Diverse Hydraulics and Pneumatics are the supplier of most brands of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Componentry. Pop in and say g’day to one of their friendly

staff and check out their competitive pricing. Need to paint your home and not sure where to begin? Ask Paint & Decor (ex Benjamin Moore) about their free home estimate service. They will advise how much paint or wall paper is needed and what preparation is required. And if you would rather not DIY they will recommend a trustworthy tradesman. They also stock marine and industrial paints, cork tiles and a full range of accessories. Convientely located at 47 Vanguard Street, pop in and have a chat to one of their friendly team about colour on your next home, renovation or DIY project.

Vanguard St is a busy and thriving business district in Nelson.

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Don’t let the legend “antique store” put you off. Vintage Antiques and Collectables has something for everyone. Owners, Christine and Barb like to keep their stock changing regularly, in store you will

find anything from 100 year old china to crocodile handbags and furniture and a great range of linen and fabrics. They try to keep prices down so anyone can afford something from their shop, “we get

a lot of teenagers coming to buy our retro clothes and costume jewelry. This makes us happy as they will be our future customers.” Retro and mid century design is in fashion at the moment and vintage has

its fair share of furniture from the 50’s and 60’s. Anything quirky or interesting catches these girls eye! They pay good prices for estate jewelry.

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• Business Advisor • Taxation • Accounting • Small - Med Business 80 vanguard st, nelson - PH 546 6168 christine.johnston@christinejohnston.co.nz Sun City panelbeaters and spraypainters team from left; Derek Johnston, Mark Austin, Nick Harrison, James Parker, Nigel Gibbins, Alan Hardaker and Tony Johnston.

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Quantum Management Services Limited (QMS) are a team of well versed and trained professionals who are dedicated and passionate about the service they provide. QMS specialises in financial and accounting services, administra-

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tion services, policies and procedure, human resource management, health and safety, marketing and design and project management. QMS is locally owned and managed and was established in 1998. Their clients have found that by outsourcing all or part of their financial and administration functions, they have saved their companies valuable management time and improved operations as well as profitability. Contact QMS or call in to the office to view the company profile and/or obtain a customized professional quote. If you have a smash that needs to be fixed, go straight to Sun City Paint and Panel, who will take the stress out of your smash repairs. They can even help you fill in claim forms. All staff are fully experience and qualified, and there is a large spray bake oven to ensure a quality paint finish. Free courtesy cars are available (conditions apply). For quality panel and paint repairs keep Tonys number handy, just incase you need him. Ph 548 3954

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Viking Furniture and Joinery Limited are an industry leading company who produce high quality joinery for commercial and/or individual clients. The qualified team present skill and care, along with sophisticated manCENTRE ufacturing techniques, for a wide variety of joinery

Aaron Dunbar of Diverse Hydraulics and Pneumatics working on a tractor at its Vanguard St site.

Our • Car groom on workmanship is completion guaranteed - quality is of repairs not just our word, but our • Free quotes bond with fully • Free pick-up and delivery in the Nelson area experienced, • Delicate touch ups to full repaints qualified staff • Low bake spray oven • Chassis alignment specialists • All types of plastic welding • We’ll organise and manage all your repair needs & assist with your insurance claim form preparation

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including custom made furniture. Viking guarantees the satisfaction and accuracy of all projects and time lines, which compliments their reputation as a preferred supplier to some of Nelson’s top registered master builders and architects. Feel free to stop in and see them at 88 Vanguard Street, to view the extensive gallery of past jobs and/or color and material samples then speak with Barry for a quote. Bennetts Plumber is a fourth generation Nelson business operating in Nelson for well over a hundred years. Originally sited in Selwyn Place on which is now the site of Pitt and Moore. Bennetts moved to Vanguard Street in 1976. The workshop building is on the original site of Neale and Haddow, which had its own shunting line from the Nelson railway. Bennetts carry out all types of domestic and commercial plumbing and Sheetmetal work.

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Cartridge World offers you the rare opportunity to save money and save the environment at the same time! Their swap and go cartridges offer up to 50% saving on the price of new ink and laser cartridges by trading your empty cartridge for a refilled one. If quality is a concern, you can rest assured knowing that Cartridge World owners Deborah and Greg Waddington offer a money back guarantee on all refilled cartridges. “Sometimes new customers are a little bit dubious about how their refilled cartridges will perform, but once they try them, they wouldn’t consider any other option,” Says Deborah. “If you do need a new cartridge, we stock a full range to suit almost any printer.” Cartridge World is happy to accept any old cartridges for refilling or just for recycling, so if you have any lying around you don’t need to throw them out.

Christine Johnston Chartered Accountant Ltd has made Vanguard Street its home over the past two years, helping small to medium sized businesses. But the six-person business is on the move again, but will still be on Vanguard St, this time expanding to the Oddfellows Hall. The team plans to move to its new home in December this year where it will have more space to help businesses with tax advice, business advice and accounting. Christine Johnston Chartered Accountant has been a sole charge practice since 1993 and is a member of NZICA.will have more space to help businesses with tax advice, business advice and accounting. Christine Johnston Chartered Accountant has been a sole charge practice since 1993 and is a member of NZICA.

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Christmas Functions We’re a Christmas Function on Wheels! • Christmas Parties • Charters • Wine Tours • Work Functions

Phone 0800 1088 55

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hibiscus Lounge & restaurant is dedicated to serving quality food at reasonable prices in an informal yet professional style. The ambience is warm, friendly and relaxed; the style of cuisine fresh modern European, from homemade cured meats & salamis, to their own bread & ice creams.

Christmas is just around the corner, and to ensure your Christmas Function will be one to remember it is best to start planning your party early. Some tips to planning a successful function are to pick a suitable date and venue and listen to the advice of co-workers/guests. Acknowledge the party budget, decide the level of formality and whether there will be a theme. The businesses on these pages help make planning your function easy! The Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco is the perfect location for a memorable Christmas party. Venue hire is free and you have the choice of one of three fantastic venues, and a range of delicious menus catering to any budget. The Orangerie Function Room, above the Orangerie Restaurant, with stunning views out over the water can hold up to 50 guests, or for larger groups the Village Hall is ideal with beautiful chandeliers and a warm fireplace. The Marquee provides a unique setting with a dramatic high ceiling, hanging paper lanterns and fairy lights; it can hold up to 180 guests. All catering is provided by the award-winning restaurant, The Orangerie, and there is a variety of menu options to choose from, including nibbles or platters, buffet, barbeques or set menus. A stunning waterside venue located on the old Mapua Wharf. Enjoy the fabulous views of the Waimea Estuary Entrance and out into Tasman Bay from throughout the Restaurant and on the deck. Wharfside Restaurant and Bar is suitable for all types of private function and comfortably seats up to 120 people. Enjoy their comprehensive bar including their range of on tap boutique beers and the best of the region and New Zealand’s wines. Select from a range of menu options or allow their chef to create a tailor made menu to suit your needs. Locals and visitors to the region are constantly awed by the beauty of this location. Treat your friends, family or colleagues to something special, choose Wharfside Restaurant and Bar as your function venue.

At hibiscus they know all the produce they use, is of superior quality & what is not made on the premises they try to source as local as possible. Christmas Menus to suit all budgets. Phone now for bookings.

23 Beach road, Tahunanui (opposite the playing fields)

03 5465303

GET YoUr ChriSTmAS EvEnT Are you tired of the same old Christmas Party?

It’s been a long year, you and your team deserve to kick back and enjoy a fiery feast! Choose from beef, lamb, pork, chicken, seafood, vegetables and crisp fresh salads. Customised menus available on request. We cater all the way from Cable Bay to the Abel Tasman.

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Christmas Functions If you want something a little different for you Christmas function this year, how about a Middle Eastern theme? Cafe Olive will not only serve delicious Middle Eastern or Mediterranean food, but will add entertainment for a larger group such as tango or belly dancing demonstrations. For groups, a set menu will be devised which will suit the tastes and pockets of the diners. There is a wide range of dishes to choose from, including vegetarian and gluten free options, finished off nicely with baklava, tiramisu or All aboard with bar-b-cruise turkish delight. To complement your meal there is a great selection of local, New Zealand, Italian and Turkish wines and you might like to try the Turkish beer or espresso. The cafe is fully licensed and BYO is welcome as well. In summer Cafe Olive is open every day so you have the options of a breakfast or lunchtime function as well. If you want something different for you Christmas function, talk to Engin Akbaba and see what Cafe Olive can offer.

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For somewhere special for this years Christmas Function go to The Tides Restaurant at Trailways Hotel Nelson. The Tides have Christmas themed set menus to suit all budgets from as little as $38 per person for a two course set menu which comes with Christmas decorations on the tables. They also have a special offer of a $50 voucher for the organiser/business (conditions apply) with every 10 people who dine. Some nights have live music too! You will have to book early to avoid disappointment.

• Fully licensed BYO • Eat in or takeaway • Traditional Mediterranean fare • Live music Fridays BOOK YOUR FUNCTION TODAY!

For a traditional Christmas dinner or special occasion with family and friends look no further than Club Waimea. The club will be having a Christmas dinner on 25 December but bookings are essential. Their Christmas menu has something for everyone including a traditional cold selection as well as succulent ham, turkey and lamb in the carvery, as well as huge variety of desserts to tempt. You definitely won’t be leaving hungry after Christmas with Club Waimea.

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Wharfside restaurant offers a stunning location and venue for your special day. Download an information pack from our website.

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Looking for a Christmas Function venue that has it all? • Fully equipped bar • Sound system • Stage • Catering by arrangement • Lots of off-street parking • Main hall seats up to 250 people • Small hall seats up to 50 people • Dining room seats up to 60 people

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Christmas Functions to a r i a f f n te a a m fro tima large bash in her rat AFFORDABLE FUNCTIONS Whatever your group size or type, we can exceed your expectations. We have menu options to cater for 11180 people, three stunning venues and sumptuous Christmas Fare.

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Mango – a whole new world of flavour. Where Indian and Malaysian food meets kiwi! Here at Mango we pride ourselves on serving Asian fusion food that’s not only delicious, but super healthy AND affordable. How do we do it? Delicious – our experienced chefs use only the freshest produce to make great food every day. There are no processed or frozen short-cuts in our kitchens! Healthy – Enjoy yummy curries, or our unique naanizzas and naanwiches, made with the highest quality spices that won’t leave you feeling guilty. Try our Naanwich which is 98% fat free. Affordable – with yummy options starting at just a few dollars, we offer true quality for money that won’t break the bank. Book your table for Christmas by 10th October and your first glass of wine is on US. Never mind plan A when planning your Christmas Function, go straight to Plan B. A place where you can truly experience friendly staff who are happy to go the extra mile to make your function one to remember. Plan B has the perfect spot in Buxton Sq, with plenty of sun, live entertainment, and somewhere where you will be able to experience quality dining with fantastic service. Plan B can cater for groups from 10-120 and has a great outdoor area too. If you have a big group you can even book Plan B Bar & café out privately any night apart from Friday. Save $500 on their Party Package by booking before 31st October and receive a bonus 6 bottles of Nelson wine!

Christmas in Nelson, or in this case Mapua, is a great opportunity to enjoy some of this region’s amazing food and wine.

Any Group - Any Size! Give us your ideas and we’ll help you come up with one to suit you.

• The Sports Bar • The Garden Bar • Spangee’s Restaurant Courtesy coach available - private functions - music - BBQ area - 3 course dinner under $30! Corner Main Road & Songer Street, Stoke - Ph 547 7791

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AUTHORISED BY PHIL THOMPSON, 89 PRINCES DR, NELSON.

Vote Phil Thompson

for Nelson City Council. Hello, My name is Phil Thompson, Nelson City Council Candidate. When elected, I will enthusiastically support the elevation of Nelson as “the lifestyle city of New Zealand” for all residents, across all generations. To achieve this it is clear that the council needs to make some changes that will result in greater transparency, affordable rates, better representation for the elderly, safer roads, improved community parks and positive progress. You need a smart, open and visionary council with business experience and a social conscience. This is your chance to elect council representatives who will listen and bring your views to the table. It is time for a council that delivers what you want. I’m married and have two children. Since graduating with a BA (Hons) Degree in Business and Public Administration in 1991, I’ve worked in management in construction-related industries in England and throughout New Zealand. I’ve always had a great interest in local community issues and am currently an active Trustee of Nelson’s Kahurangi Employment Trust.

Drop me a line with your views at: phil.thompson.nelson@gmail.com

Bringing YOUR views to the table.

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A Prosperous City • An Efficient City • A Cultural City • A Beautiful City

Your Mayor for Nelson

“Kerry Marshall is a leader with a proven track record. I want him back to finish the job he’s started.”

Murray Sturgeon

Hello, I’m Kerry Marshall, your Mayor, and I’m running for office again. Your Nelson City Council has been busting a gut for you over the past three years. You may not know that, you are busy, and Council business is often under the radar. But do not doubt our commitment for one second. Your Council has achieved much on your behalf, and we are on the cusp of so much more. Yes, a number of decisions have been tough, and divisive, but we move forward together. This city is in an enviable position - and I believe continuity is the order of the day. Vote for Kerry Marshall and in the next three years we will reap the benefit of all that hard work.

A Prosperous City

This Council has courted economic development with a passion.

This council is committed to Nelson being a cultural hub. Arts Policy. We’ve never had one. Now we do, with funding that lights the way for artistic activity, adding substance to our claim as a significant arts city. Read it. (www.ncc.govt.nz - search term: Arts Policy)

Events Fund. Council has backed a number of wonderful local events to attract visitors and for growth; MarchFest, WASA Arts Festival, Nelson School of Music WinterFest etc.

Sport is Culture. Saxton Field development continues apace.

Our commitment to cycleways pays huge dividends for anyone on two wheels. The Nelson Tennis Centre junior programme is gaining national attention...

Trafalgar Park Upgrade. The Rugby World Cup is a huge opportunity for us - and Trafalgar Park is a remarkable event resource for many years to come.

The Theatre Royal. When the Trust needed support we came

Backing Winners. NCC has provided money to complete the

Performing Arts & Conference Centre. This is the only council

An Efficient City

An enormous amount of work has gone on to tranform your Council. One Stop Shop. We now have one integrated service centre, where you can access anything you need, on the spot. Independent Directors. No councillor can be a director of

Port Nelson, or any council owned business. We believe this leads to much better independent decisions.

Less Meetings. We have reduced the amount of committee

meetings - fewer meetings, less wasted time = better results.

Efficient Culture. We inherited a tired organisation. Keith

Marshall, our powerhouse CEO, has energised everybody. More motivated staff = more efficient use of ratepayer money.

Solar Saver. A first for New Zealand, and a Council sponsored initiative to save ratepayers money on their powerbills, as well as foster sustainable practices. (www.ncc.govt.nz - search term: Solar Saver) OTHER EFFICIENCY INITIATIVES

Continued infrastructure investments throughout our region, arterial traffic study to get the issue sorted once and for all.

Ali Boswijk

A Cultural City

Air New Zealand Hangar. Opened in August this year, this multi-million dollar hangar creates jobs and attracts development at one of New Zealand’s busiest airports.

Theatre Royal, underwritten the Tasman Makos, and more.

“Kerry Marshall is the face of Nelson. He’s open, friendly, warm and trustworthy and that’s why I want him back as Mayor.”

“Kerry Marshall is the Mayor who can bring Nelson to prosperity. He has shown he can act prudently and manage the team around him. He’s a good Mayor.”

Pete Rainey

through. And now it’s done.

to have taken this project seriously, and got us close to a solution. Just because Plan A wasn’t right doesn’t mean Plan B isn’t imminent.

OTHER COUNCIL FUNDED INITIATIVES:

Free entry to Founders Park, inner city security camera funding, Nelson School of Music funding, holding community housing rents, a flourishing Sculpture Trust.

A Beautiful City

We are committed to Nelson being a stunning environment to live and work in. Heart of the City. Have you read this document? Wow. Our urban

future is exciting and imminent. In 10 years you won’t believe how wonderful Nelson is going to look. (www.ncc.govt.nz - Search term: Heart of the City)

Tahunanui Reserve. A pristine barbecue area for families,

incorporating impressive art works. This is a model of urban development and beautification that benefits everyone.

Victory Square - Community of the Year. The Council has augmented the park with two children’s playing areas and landscaping, making it a much friendlier place to be. OTHER COUNCIL FUNDED INITIATIVES: continued financial support for recycling, further investment in the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, The Cycle Trails initiative.

VOTE KERRY MARSHALL

“This has been the most productive council team I’ve been a part of in 25 years, and Kerry’s leadership has guided that.”

Derek Shaw. “I’m voting for Kerry Marshall because I like the style of leadership and the wealth of experience he brings to Council.”

Paul Le Gros. “As our Mayor, Kerry Marshall has proven his ability to work with a wide range of people with diverse views. He’s got my tick.”

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Nelson’s Kieran Bennett goes out on a high Andrew Board At 22, Nelson downhill mountain biker Kieran Bennett is a young man, and judging by his recent results in the United States, still on top of his game. But the former Oceania champion has just announced his retirement from international competition. “I’ve just found myself wanting to be home more and more, instead of spending most of the year overseas. I felt I was at a good point this year and riding well but I wasn’t enjoying it as much as I used to, just being away so much,” he says. Kieran has just returned from the US where he finished fourth at the Pro Gravity Tour, otherwise known as the US Nationals. This, despite suffering a broken hand just before the tour and missing the first round of the six-round competition. “I was really happy with my results, there was only one race that I didn’t do well in and considering the three guys ahead of me are all fulltime pro’s I was pretty happy.” Kieran also finished 30th in the world cup, after the US tour, but the world championships were not so kind after a

major crash ruined any chance of a top finish. “The world champs was a bit of a nightmare, there was a section on the track that caught out one of our juniors and I was speaking with him about before my race and it weighted too heavy on my mind. I was thinking about it too much when I came down and actually hit a pretty large rock and snapped my bike frame,” he says. Kieran’s best year was in 2008 when he finished 13th at world champs in Italy, won two US national rounds and the Oceania champs. Although Kieran is stepping back from international competition he says he is still keen to ride in events in New Zealand and still loves riding Nelson tracks. “I do a lot of riding around here, I think we’ve definitely got one of the best places in New Zealand, riding-wise, we have everything.” Kieran is getting married in March and is starting a sheet-metal apprenticeship next year. “I’m happy with my decision, this was my sixth year overseas and I’m ready to stay home for a bit more.”

Nelson downhill mountain biker Kieran Bennett has recently returned from the US pro tour where he finished fourth. But it will his last year, Kieran is retiring from international competition. Photo: Andrew Board.

New mountain bike track opens On Saturday morning the Nelson Mountain Bike Club Track Builders plus friends, family and mountain bikers met on Sharland’s Road to celebrate the opening of their new track, Fly Buys. The group was honoured to have mayor and mayoress Kerry and Colleen Marshall to perform the official tube cutting ceremony and cake cut-

ting duties. People then enjoyed riding the new track. The opening was the culmination of several months work by Nelson Mountain Bike Club volunteers build an easy grade 2 standard trail that can be ridden by most mountain bikers. The club is keen to see more Nelson riders involved in its volunteer activities.

The Nelson under 13 girls hockey team from back left; Olivia Lester, Brenna Ellis, Megan Hay, Katie Milne, Nicole Riley, Talya Proudfoot, Maddy Bartle, Kate Kersten and Esme Justo. Front left; Brittany Dick, Ayla Walker, Rochell Blair, Erica Bradley, Nandini Prasad, Olivia Morrison and Neave Ellis.

Hockey girls set to take on rest of NZ Nelson under 13 Girls Hockey Team will be representing Nelson at the National Collier Trophy Tournament in Timaru next week. Only four of the 16 members of this relatively young team have competed at this tournament previously and were selected from a pool of 40 players in July this year. The girls come from two Nelson Clubs, Waimai and Federal, playing in the winter Nelson Hockey women divisions two to five. Lead up games have been played against Wellington, Wairarapa, Canterbury, Marlborough, West

Coast and Buller. Eleven games were played in total with four wins, three draws and four losses. The team was successful in retaining the Boyd Trophy against Marlborough side in August. Team captain Katie Milne says, “We have been continuing to train hard since the club season finished and have played a few games against the under 13 boy’s team to toughen us up and make us a bit more aggressive. We are determined to do our very best at Collier.” There are 24 Teams attending the Nationals with start on October 3.

Nelson mayor Kerry Marshall and Fiona Bonnett cut the tube to offically open the new mountain bike track.

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Mayoral candidates sweet on Saxton Field, Sport Tasman told Andrew Board Saxton Field will be the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top sporting facility in five years time. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the vision of the five mayoral candidates who attended Sport Tasmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future of sport forum at the new $13 million Saxton Stadium last week. The candidates each spoke of their opinion on sport and its role in society and how they would like to see it evolve. Surpassed time limits earned a yellow card and a body blow from a ping-pong ball-throwing time keeper. Only Kerry Mar-

shall dared to take him on. Rachel Reese was the crowdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite at the end of the night after each of the attendeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was asked to vote on who they thought performed the best by slipping a poker chip into the box plastered with the face of their preferred candidate. She says she was thrilled to come out on top as sport is so important to the region. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sport defines us, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about kiwi culture. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about healthy communities, entertainment, events and money â&#x20AC;&#x201C; letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not forget sport is also about money. Values you learn from sport are winning and

enjoying it, losing and not giving up.â&#x20AC;? Mike Ward was also popular at the forum as the legendary Coast to Coast participant spoke about â&#x20AC;&#x153;getting off your arse and doing itâ&#x20AC;? with his chuckle-grabbing line: â&#x20AC;&#x153;youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not an official until youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a crippleâ&#x20AC;?. Aldo Miccio spoke of his desire to see pathways created for young people in Nelson so they can realise their dreams without their parents having to travel to all corners of the country. He also said he would like to see some artificial turfs laid to ensure sport can be played even in

the poorest of weather. But it was the question of a vision for Saxton Field that would have impressed Sport Tasman CEO and MC of the evening Nigel Muir, the most though. All five proclaimed they would continue with the plan for the ground and would like to see it finished. Kerry enthusiastically supported the future of Saxton Field and it becoming â&#x20AC;&#x153;the number one multisport facility in New Zealandâ&#x20AC;?. He says $58million has been spent so far on the venue and it has his support for more.â&#x20AC;? Gary Watson was also for the continued upgrade of Saxton

Field but would first like to see the radio tower removed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It needs to go and it needs to go quick. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m passionate about sport but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also passionate about lives and the radiation beaming of that is not safe for our children.â&#x20AC;? Rachel says the vision is there â&#x20AC;&#x153;now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about getting on and doing it.â&#x20AC;? The event was attended by 100 people from various sporting codes and Nigel says he is glad sporting people were given the opportunity to put their questions to the next leader of the city.

Hundreds decend on Saxton Field for Jack McKnight festival Winners of the Bowater Toyota Jack McKnight football festival will be crowned today as the three event tournament reaches its climax. The annual festival involves representative teams from around the South Island from the 10th and 11th grade and is played at Saxton Field. This year more than 38 teams entered with several Nelson teams still in the hunt for titles heading into the final day. Nelson Bays Football general manager Clive

Beaumont says the three-day tournament has been running to plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been going brilliantly, the weather had been great and the level of football has been really impressive. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a proper festival this one, politics donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to come into it at this age which is refreshing and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to see the players get on with the game.â&#x20AC;? Prize giving is due to be held Tuesday afternoon after the 11th grade boys final.

Natasha Pochin completes an overhead kick for Nelson Blue. Photo: John-Paul Pochin.

Nelson Whiteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anna McPhie battles for the ball in her sides 1-0 win over Mid-Canterbury on Sunday. Photo: John-Paul Pochin.

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Logan Ford, 11, of Nelson Grey 11th grade team, does battle with his Canterbury marker at the Jack McKnight football tournament at Saxton Field. The tournament finishes today. Photo: Andrew Board.

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Packing down: The Nelson Bucceneers three oldest players Bernal Reilly, Bob Neighbours and Murray West form a front row with the teams youngest player Graeme Chamberlain looking to feed the ball. Photo: Andrew Board.

Nelson’s golden oldies take on world Nelson’s golden oldies rugby team is in Sydney competing in the 18th Golden Oldies World Rugby Festival. The Buccaneers flew out of Nelson last Saturday for the

week-long tournament where it will play three games. More than 130 teams from around the world are registered to compete, including a Sydney team featuring ARU CEO John

O’Neill. Golden oldies rugby is for people 35 and over, with most of the Buccaneers in their “mid fifties” and admit more of their skills will be off the field socialising.

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at Hampden Street School Heated Pool • Fees: Preschool & School age 10 lesson course $93.00 • Learner’s Pool kept at 29-30degC For more info and bookings

All repairs Ring resizing

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Domestic and Commercial. Other cleaning services available Phone Dennis (03) 548-3102 or 027 715 4436

Specialising in all aspects of window and door installation and repairs - Glass repairs - Double glazing - Aluminium & timber frames - Conservatories - Sliding door rollers - Safety latches & stays - Condensation channels - Leak repairs - Supply & installation of new windows & doors - Friendly expert service

Mark Currie Ph: 021 864 668

This Week

28 TUESDAY 28 September 2010

Great news for car buyers

the razor gang has struck at MS Ford & the reductions are HUGE! don’t worry about the little pre-gst- increased “Savings” around town Grab one of these beauties with the huge price slash – down!

2006 Mazda hatch Sport GSX wAS $26,990 SAve $5000!

$21,990

2006 Ford territory Ghia 7 Seater wAS $39,990 SAve $3000!

$36,990

2006 Ford courier XL doubLe cab wAS $21,990 SAve $2000!

$19,990

1999 honda accord Vti-L 3.0L wAS $9,990 SAve $1000!

$8,990

2001 Ford Mondeo hatch zetec wAS $12,990 SAve $1000!

2009 Ford ranGer WiLdtrak wAS $49,990 SAve $4000!

$11,990

$45,990

2001 toyota coroLLa FieLder WaGon wAS $13,990 SAve $2000!

2002 toyota aLtezza Gita wAS $15,990 SAve $2000!

$11,990

$13,990

2008 Mazda3 GLX hatch wAS $24,990 SAve $2000!

2005 Mazda preMacy MpV wAS $22,990 SAve $2000!

2004 Mazda3 Sp23 hatch wAS $23,990 SAve $4000!

2007 Ford ranGer XLt wAS $34,990 SAve $4000!

$30,990

$19,990

2007 Ford FaLcon bF2 Xt wAS $21,990 SAve $2000!

2005 Mini cooper wAS $22,990 SAve $2000!

$19,990

$20,990

2008 Ford ranGer cab+ 4Wd wAS $31,990 SAve $1000!

2006 Mazda6 GSX WaGon wAS $22,990 SAve $2000!

$22,990

$20,990

$30,990

$20,990

2001 toyota coroLLa run-X hatch wAS $11,990 SAve $1000!

2006 Ford FaLcon bF2 Xr6 wAS $23,990 SAve $2000!

2006 Ford eScape XLt wAS $19,990 SAve $1000!

2001 Suzuki aerio wAS $9,990 SAve $1000!

$10,990

$21,990

$18,990

$8,990

157 Haven Rd, Nelson | Phone 5489189

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