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Celebrating fresh, local ingredients that will preserve you and the planet, Alesha Bilbrough-Collins is launching her first cookbook this weekend –‘Food for Thought’.

A refreshingly unique cookbook for anyone who likes tasty food that is easy to make, cares what they put into their body, and gives a damn about the planet!

Read more on page 9.

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Deep cave search and rescue exercise in Kahurangi NP

Squeezing through tight spaces and wading through freezing cold cave water is not everyone’s idea of a fun weekend, but for 66 of New Zealand and Australia’s most experienced cavers that’s exactly what they did.

Sixty Kiwi and six Aussie cavers worked together to rescue a (fictionally) injured caver in the Kahurangi National Park for the triennial New Zealand Deep Cave Search and Rescue (SAR) training exercise, coordinated by Police and other agencies.

This year’s exercise, which was held in the Bulmer Cave, began at 7am on Friday, 10 March and ran through to midday on Sunday, 12 March.

The National Park is home to three of New Zealand’s longest cave system, Bulmer Cave, which runs for 74.3km through Mount Owen and is 750 metres deep.

It’s a fitting place to practice a deep cave rescue, as a major rescue took place in the late 1990s after a caver fell and injured themselves.

The scenario, which took volunteers about eight months to plan, is based around a caver having fallen six to seven meters down a seven-metre pitch about a three to four hour walk into the cave.

Cave SAR, LandSAR, NZ Police SAR and Fire and Emergency NZ teamed up to run the scenario. There was a 24-hour incident management team (IMT), a catering team and the Nelson Fire and Emergency team brought along their incident command vehicle to assist with managing communications.

The forward base, which was a short walk from the entrance to the cave, was set up to give cavers a place to

have a lie-down, refuel and recover between their times in the cave itself.

Senior Constable Sarah Cook, one of the Incident Controllers for the exercise, says it has been great having such experienced cavers and emergency services personnel come together to practice and prepare for a potential real-life event.

“We know from experience that cave rescues can present

many challenges for responders, so having a cohort of trained and equipped search and rescue cavers ready to respond is vital.

“We would like to thank the local community in the Owen Valley area for their support of this exercise and their ongoing support for the cavers who come to explore Bulmer Cave.

“While caving is an undeniably exhilarating excursion there is always going to be a

risk of falls, flash flooding, injuries or caveins, especially for inexperienced or unprepared cavers.

“A reminder to any wannabe cavers out there to keep an eye on the weather, wear appropriate clothing and to explore with a companion.

“Despite being ready to jump into action when needed, we want cavers to enjoy the experience and be able to walk out on their own.”

Sixty Kiwi and six Aussie cavers worked together for the triennial New Zealand Deep Cave Search and Rescue (SAR) training exercise caver in the Kahurangi National Park.

Sea Shuttle number one for return travellers

Glenys and Michael Jones from Nottingham, England about to embark on their 18th 18th annual trip with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles since 1999.

Glenys and Michael Jones from Nottingham, England were welcomed off the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles vessel in Kaiteriteri on Sunday, 12 March by owner Heather Knapp after completing their 18th annual trip with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles since 1999.

The couple have made a yearly trip to New Zealand, apart from gaps for the arrival of a grandchild, a cancer diagnosis for Glenys, and a two-year hiatus due to Covid travel restrictions. They’re delighted to be back to reacquaint themselves with a region that clearly holds a special place in their heart.

“We always come to the South Island, we love this place,” says Michael. “This is the first trip into the Park when we haven’t done a walk. On our first trip we stayed in Little Kaiteriteri and got a three-day pass and went into the Park every day for a long walk.”

“Our first trip was memorable,” recalls Glenys, “because

everyone thought everything was going to fall over with the millenium!”

Michael and Glenys have a soft spot for Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles and always make a point of travelling only with them.

“Last time we were here,” says Michael, “we were on the last boat of the season prior to Covid and the skipper stopped so people could have a swim off the boat.”

Michael (86) and Glenys (84) have been married for 62 years this year and say that their active lifestyle, which includes their annual trips to New Zealand, sets them apart from their friends. They are firm believers in keeping active and continuing to travel for as long as their health allows. “If you don’t use it you lose it,” says Glenys.

After enjoying a drink at Awaroa Lodge and two swims at the beach on a gorgeous late summer’s day, it’s clear that the couple’s enthusiasm for the Park remains undimmed.

Despite living 90

miles from the sea in Nottingham, Michael is a keen swimmer and hopes to take Keith Knapp up on an offer of snapper fishing in the Marlborough Sounds during a future visit.

Gleyns meanwhile is looking forward to another return trip to the Nelson Saturday Market. “We always organise the timing of our visits here so we can go to the market,” says Glenys. “I

could have bought a whole new outfit there this time. The ladies’ fashion is just wonderful, and you can’t often say that about a market.”

The couple will continue their South Island holiday by enjoying several days in Golden Bay. “This time, I really don’t want to go home!” says Michael with a smile.

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There’s still time to do your 2023 Census

There is still time to do your census so you can make sure you count.

Stats NZ census collectors are out in communities until 4 May to support people who need help to complete their forms.

People in areas impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle and recent flooding have been given more time to complete the census, including through locally-led events and on-the-ground support to 1 June if needed.

Everyone is

required to take part because the census is so important. The information gathered ensures better decisions are made on things like providing hospitals, schools, public transport and infrastructure like roads.

Census staff will be following up with people who have yet to complete their forms.

When a census collector visits, they can provide help with filling in census forms or provide new and additional census

forms if needed.

If you don’t have a paper census form or an access code, call the helpline on 0800 CENSUS (0800 236 787) or go online at www.census.govt.nz.

The helpline can answer questions about the census, forms, and access codes.

While most people are doing their census online, Stats NZ is helping everyone complete the census in a way that works for them, through providing more paper forms, more census

collectors, more work with communities, and more accessible formats and language support.

Information about face-to-face support to answer questions and for help to get census forms completed is available at census.govt.nz/census-support/.

A family member, friend, caregiver, support person, or trusted neighbour could also help complete census forms. Or people can call the helpline and ask for a census collector

to visit. People need to mail their paper forms to Stats NZ. They can call 0800 CENSUS (0800 236 787) if they need a census collector to pick them up. There is information for people in a range of languages and other formats (New Zealand Sign Language, Braille, Easy Read, Large Print, and Audio) to ensure everyone has what they need to take part and be counted in the 2023 Census.

Dirk Putten Motueka “Spaghetti Bolognese.”

John Smythe Rangiora “Shepherd’s Pie.”

Monte Junker USA “Curries.”

Osooso Motueka “Fish.”

Students grabbing opportunity to get behind the wheel safely

Car enthusiasts at Motueka High School and Youth Nelson are being offered an exciting opportunity that includes being able to utilise the Nelson Car Club’s purpose built race track and cars, learn general car maintenance, car safety and the chance to get behind the wheel before they even have their learner licence.

An initiative created by local mum Kirsty McKenzie, who saw a need for her son who was becoming disengaged at school with the standard curriculum failing to interest him.

“I’ve seen how well my son’s doing now by having a focus that is his jam. It makes him happy and keeps him in school as we’ve picked subjects that will set him up for an apprenticeship,” says Kirsty.

Designed for students who’ve become disinterested at school and are instead showing a keen interest in cars and mechanics it is hoped ten stu-

dents each term will be offered the opportunity to spend a day at the track with Car Club members who have vast mechanical and race/driving experience.

Although there is no focus on racing, the safety aspects of racing will be covered with the students given the chance to see a rally car’s safety gear and see how much goes into racing cars which is undoubtedly a great way for them to learn about the safety of driving before they even sit their learner licence.

“It was really fun, I was interested in the course. I learnt how to change a tire for the first time and got to drive a sick car called a Miada. If you’re into cars I suggest you give it a go,” says Israel Emery, aged 15.

While at the very early stage of development, Kirsty says there is potential to offer more advanced courses down the track.

“It’s all about help-

ing kids stay at school as there’s potentially a lot of opportunity for apprenticeships, we have the potential to match them with opportunities that come up for when they’re ready.”

Hayden Paddon, New Zealand’s most successful rally driver both nationally and internationally, is endorsing the programme and has expressed interest at getting on board.

Gratitude goes to

Paul Nicoll at Summit Real Estate and MTF Nelson for supplying the vehicle for use and Murray Thorn Motorcycles for the helmets.

With a desire to roll it out to as many schools as possible Kirsty is seeking assistance to help with costs. You can help our youth learn vital car skills while remaining engaged at school by donating to www.givealittle.co.nz/ cause/kidz-2-drive

Student Ngahere with instructor John Clifton.

Kids are relishing the opportunity to learn from the pros.

Supporting local families and businesses

STREETSTOCK CHAMPIONSHIP

By: Hon Damien O’Connor MP for West CoastTasman

We’re focused on the bread and butter issues that matter most to New Zealanders. That’s why we’re taking a range of actions to reduce cost of living pressures on Tasman families and supporting communities as they recover and rebuild following the recent extreme weather.

From the start of April, we’re significantly increasing support for seniors, students, beneficiaries and those on Working for Families. On top of this, we’re making childcare and after school care more affordable for many low and middle income families, through changes to childcare assistance subsidies kicking in on April 1.

We also moved quickly to extend the fuel tax cuts and half

price public transport until the end of June, because we know that transport is one of the biggest expenses for households right now. These measures won’t solve everything but they are practical steps that we can take to support Kiwis. Of course, there’s still more we can do and we’ve indicated that bread and butter issues like the cost of living will continue to be a major focus for our Government.

The recent extreme weather events have put further pressure on people across the country. We’re committed to supporting Kiwis through the response, recovery and rebuild –and we’re in a strong position to do so.

The latest numbers show that, thanks to our careful management of the economy, New Zealand is well positioned to tackle immediate challenges and to build back better, safer and smarter.

Hon Damien O’Connor, MP for West CoastTasman says the government is working to reduce our cost of living pressures.

Grey Power 2023. More Members More Say!

That motto is on the Blenheim Office and is very true.

We are a lobby group that watches and pushes the needs of members in local and national government, plus health and social welfare.

We also provide a member discount list from our lovely local businesses. Thanks to them you can save money on a wide range of purchases.

We have had a busy 2022 and hope to do more in 2023 without so many Covid restrictions.

Members and new members most welcome to come to our meetings every 4th Thursday of the month at 9.30am. This is at Community House, Decks Reserve, Motueka.

We have an office in the building and our administrator Gaile Douglas.

Membership fees are due by March, 31 at the Community House or direct to The Nelson Building Society as usual.

We are busy getting information from members from issues that concern them. These range from safer and even pavements to climate change and safe homes. Many members have shared issues about home care and we have recently been at the former Hospital Board meeting to discuss and get action on these.

We also meet regularly with the Mayor and attend community board meeting and community house meetings.

Issues include a wide range such as future planning to needs of Christmas events and costs.

Climate is up as a remit from our Zone for National level.

Meetings attended have noted that older people have had important experience with change and how to conserve and use

resources.

We have many good things in our area such as parks, wonderful new Library and public transport. All of which our local branch has lobbied for.

Motueka Coastal Bus Service

The Motueka Coastal Bus Service runs from the Motueka i-Site into Richmond three days each week, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, the fare is $10 return which is very reasonable.

The driver was very friendly and helpful, was concerned with our welfare, and always checking to make sure we had enough time to do what we needed to do before setting off back to Motueka again.

The service is well run with stops in Tasman, Mapua and Redwood Valley, apparently the bus can even call at your address to pick you up if getting to the pick-up points is an issue for you.

This service is a lifeline to those who can no longer drive, or have never driven, it means you can maintain your independence, and possibly make some new friends along the way.

The experience is well worth it, and one which you will want to repeat.

This is an awesome service which should be supported, it would be a sad day if lack of support led to its demise.

We would love to have more members and hear your needs and wants.

National level Grey Power was very involved with the recent pension increase.

Let us know please what you need to have say.

Power is in numbers.

Thank you for all the volunteers in our town the help make it the supportive place it is.

2023 Motueka District Primary Schools Swimming Champs at the MHS pool on Wednesday, 15 March.

Left: Aurora Mikaera and Cora Grooby.

Right: Freddie Emery and Millen Fry.

Left: Kahlan McFedries and Paul Buenz.

Right: Thea Arcus, Savanah Milne and Nikita Faifua.

Charlie Scott, Ali Kelly and Hugh Robinson. Front; Rua and Lennon Davis.

Locally grown cookbook impresses many

Local woman Alesha Bilbrough-Collins has released a refreshingly unique cookbook for anyone who likes tasty food that is easy to make, cares what they put into their body, and gives a damn about the planet!

Alesha BilbroughCollins, shares her journey from childhood to adulthood and the years of health suffered as a result of constant exposure to agricultural chemicals.

These experiences founded the beliefs, mantra and education of BearLion — to fight for a chemicalfree planet. A fight that has strengthened BearLion’s resolve for a more sustainable and respectful way of living.

Alesha —The Lion — honed her culinary skills in London, working for the likes of Ottolenghi and Ramsay Holdings, before coming back to Aotearoa to open BearLion Foods with her husband John — The Bear.

Food for Thought is an original collection of honest, seasonal recipes packed with fla-

vour and the BearLion philosophy. Alesha celebrates fresh, local ingredients that will preserve you and the planet. She shares her hilarious experiences in the kitchen, and in life that have coloured her tantalising recipes.

Alesha shows you how to pickle and preserve, how to make your own yummy dips, cheeses and jams. From mushroom parfait to whipped feta with pink peppercorns, there is a vast selection of sides, soups and savoury goodies and insanely tasty salads like ‘curry-roasted pumpkin, apple, coconut and cinnamon cream’ and ‘cuminroasted kumara, kiwifruit and kawakawa glaze salad’.

There is a hearty fish and meat section with: smoked kahawai hash browns; artichoke leafroasted chicken with sour cream greens; vine-leaf lamb kofta; and duck schnitzel with johnslaw. The book ends with the sweet section that includes: roasted almond and apricot jam brownie; cacao truffles; date pudding

with espresso syrup; and smashgans.

Alesha photographed this book herself with the hope to open people’s eyes to the world of a chef and how they view things, and for others in hospitality to recognise those unique, behind the scenes experiences.

She has kept the recipes flexible, so you can put in minimum or maximum effort. Even if you are time poor, you can still whip up something tasty and nutritional.

Marching to the beat of her own drum, Alesha embraces the natural beauty and nourishment of Mother Nature, with honesty, living and loving food at her heart.

She is more than a chef of 25 years, she’s an environmental fairy, mover, shaker, motivator and a Real Food advocator and revolutionist. BearLion Foods has had various incarnations, and these days operates as a sustainable and organic food, catering and private chef business based in Upper Moutere, Tasman.

Alesha Bilbrough-Collins

Thought’. (pictured inset)

Motueka brightened up with Suter works

Network Tasman’s prices are changing

Network Tasman owns and operates the electricity distribution network in the wider Nelson and Tasman areas, excluding Nelson Electricity’s supply area in Nelson city.

Network Tasman will increase its lines charges for residential consumers by 0.5% from 1 April 2023. This change will increase the average residential consumer’s lines charges by about $5 per year. The main reasons for the increase are to recoup increases in the in ationary costs of maintaining our network, the cost of which is o set by reduced transmission costs allocated to our network by Transpower.

Network Tasman is regulated by the Commerce Commission, which sets the amount of revenue we can earn. As a consumerowned network, we aim to deliver a cost-e cient service for our consumers. It is this consumer focus that means we consistently recover less revenue than is allowed by the Commerce Commission. Next year (2023/24), our charges are forecast to be $3.3 million less than the amount the Commerce Commission says we can charge.

Network Tasman’s residential distribution prices are currently one of the lowest charged by electricity distribution companies across the country (according to the MBIE Quarterly Survey of Domestic Electricity Prices, November 2022). Network Tasman expects this to remain the case when the new prices are introduced in April.

The Suter Gallery has numerous pieces in their permanent collection with many not seeing the light of day for spells at a time, so after witnessing the resounding success of placing large artworks on Nelson’s buildings Judy Finn and Gay Hervey decided to extend the project further into Tasman and beyond.

The pair, taking it on as a volunteer project, sought permission from building owners,

tenants, artists and artist’s estates.

“It doesn’t always fall into place perfectly. We were fortunate in Motueka to receive tremendous help from David Ogilvie and Brent Maru,” says Judy.

And now Motueka residents and visitors are being graced with the presence of 12 exceptional artworks on various walls around town.

“They look really great and I know the

people of Motueka already know this, but what a fantastic community it is. The whole thing has been a real team effort,” says Judy.

Grateful to Sermin from Speedy Signs who managed to put up 10 in one day, Judy says the Tasman District Council has also been “incredibly supportive” with Tim King behind the project since day dot. With so much positive feedback on the

works being displayed Judy says they’re now working on extending into Takaka very soon, followed by Murchison. Work is currently underway on a brochure that will allow people to follow routes around towns to see the artworks, complete with details and descriptions. “The whole experience has been absolutely joyful, and we’re so pleased to have these great pieces being displayed and enjoyed.”

This year Network Tasman has also introduced time-of-use price plans for most consumers. These price plans more closely re ect the cost of providing power during di erent times of the day. This new price plan gives consumers more opportunities to reduce their power bills by switching usage to coincide with the cheaper o -peak times of the day (between 11pm and 7am). The overall impact of this change will depend on a few things, such as how and when you use electricity and whether your retailer chooses to pass this change on to you through their retail prices. If you are interested in nding out more, please visit our website: www.networktasman.co.nz/network-pricing

Above and below: A dozen pieces of art from the Suter collection have gone up on walls around town for all to enjoy.

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The New Zealand Indie Film Festival is set to screen in Motueka’s Imaginarium Theatre this Saturday, 1 April with doors opening at 6.30pm and movies beginning at 7pm.

It’s the first film festival for organiser Jo Lang, a local film maker.

“I love making films and therefore I want to show other film makers’ films to the public,” says Jo.

Receiving more than 50 submissions, Jo and his team of 12 judges, most of whom are Kiwis, whittled them down to just over a dozen.

Majority of the films are under ten minutes in length with most in English and others subtitled.

Jo began making films two years ago and just last week shot his sixth film.

“I enjoy making films, it’s being artis-

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“It’s an Indie Film Festival so they’re not Hollywood productions. There’s a lot of amateur film makers but I think they’re of a pretty high level.”

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‘Full Moon’ from the United States is one of the films screening.

A scene from ‘First Time’.

Nelson Airport seeks planning approvals for runway extension

Nelson Airport has lodged an application with the Nelson City Council seeking planning approvals for its future runway extension – known as Project 2-Zero.

The airport’s application aims to protect and provide for its ability to extend the runway by ensuring appropriate land designations and zoning are in place.

Nelson Airport has long signalled to the community its intention to extend its runway and sought community feedback on the plans in April 2022. Nelson Airport anticipates that a longer runway will be needed within the next 10 – 15 years. This is to ensure the airport is set up to host future low-emission and zero-emission aircraft, to remove the existing weight restrictions for aircraft already at Nelson, and to improve safety by providing additional buffer areas for aircraft known as Runway End Safety Areas (RESA).

The project’s name is a nod both to the runway’s technical name (the number

2-0, based on the compass orientation of the runway) and to the project’s focus on ensuring Nelson Airport can contribute to a zero-carbon future for aviation.

On Wednesday, 8 March, the airport submitted its application for a Notice of Requirement to alter its existing planning designations (Aerodrome (Nelson Airport), Airnoise boundary controls, and Airport height restrictions).

It also submitted a Private Plan Change to amend the airport land’s zoning from its current mix of predominantly Industrial and Open Space and Recreation zoning to a specific Airport Zone, and to amend the rules relating to the development and intensification of sensitive activities around the airport.

Nelson Airport chief executive Mark Thompson explains the application aims to ensure the land and planning provisions for the airport protect its future, including the need to support a sustainable aviation model by providing for

the runway extension.

“We don’t intend to go out and extend the runway tomorrow, but we do need to make sure we protect and provide for our ability to construct it when it’s needed. A designation is the planning tool that protects an area for its designated purpose and ensures we are signalling that to the community. This will provide the airport and the community with certainty, to enable us to design and deliver a more sustainable and resilient airport operation.”

Mark says the airport’s zoning also needs to be addressed, as the current zoning doesn’t appropriately recognise existing land use, requirements for contemporary airports, or best practice as set out in national planning standards. Managing the development of sensitive uses around the airport is also an important part of protecting the airport’s operations and ensuring the well-being of the surrounding community, including through an improved noise mitiga-

tion programme. The airport has requested its application be publicly notified, meaning a formal public consultation process would take place and a public hearing held before any decisions are made. “We know both our nearest neighbours and the wider Nelson-Tasman community have a strong interest in this, and we want to be proactive about providing good information about our plans to the community. There will be a comprehensive summary of our application on our website, as

well as links to the full application paperwork for anyone who really wants to dive into the detail.”

As the airport signalled last year, a best-practice noise mitigation package is included in the plans. This would see the airport fund measures such as mechanical ventilation and acoustic insulation for lawfully existing affected properties depending on their location within its updated “noise contours”.

“Noise contours give an indication of the level of noise nearby properties can expect

to experience in the future as a result of aircraft operations, and also put controls on how much noise the airport is permitted to generate,” Mark says. “We need to update our noise contours because they were introduced many years ago and no longer accurately reflect the current aircraft operating at the airport, future forecast activity levels, or the effect of an extended runway.”

The application does not include any changes to the current limits on engine testing noise.

Mark says the air-

port’s application does not signal any immediate change to the noise generated by the airport. “In reality, airport noise will change gradually over time as activity levels grow, and the pattern of noise will change once aircraft begin using an extended runway.”

More information will be available on the airport’s website, nelsonairport.co.nz, early next week, including an interactive mapping tool that allows property owners to search for their address and see what the changes mean for them.

Nelson Airport has long signalled to the community its intention to extend its runway and sought community feedback on the plans in April 2022.

Opportunities abound in aquaculture industry

With the government’s aquaculture strategy having a goal of reaching $3 billion in annual sales by 2035, a skilled local workforce is vital and there’s plenty of opportunity to get in on the action says Golden Bay local and NMIT’s (Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology) Boating and Aquaculture tutor, David Noakes.

David has recently taken on the role at NMIT after a long and varied career in aquaculture as a skipper and manager and associated work with DOC (Department of Conservation) and the Ministry of Fisheries.

“Right here we’re possibly the world’s best provider of aquaculture and maritime knowledge with some of the best aquaculture producers,” says David.

Nelson is in the heart of Aotearoa’s aquaculture hub of

research, innovation and production.

A career in aquaculture will see you working at the intersection of science, innovation, technology, and food production in the world’s fastest-growing primary industry, this provides an ongoing high demand for aquaculture graduates.

Aquaculture covers the breeding, raising, and harvesting of fish and shellfish for commercial purposes in marine or freshwater farms.

NMIT offers worldclass aquaculture

programmes at Certificate, Bachelor, and Postgraduate levels. Their programmes are designed with industry to ensure graduates have the right blend of knowledge and skills to transition seamlessly into the workforce.

“A problem that the aquaculture industry is facing these days is attracting and keeping motivated knowledgeable people into it,” says David.

David says there seems to be a general unawareness of NMIT being one of the country’s leading aquacul-

ture schools as they’re about to launch a master’s programme, a nationwide first.

“It’s the fastest growing sector in the world and the government is spending a lot of money attracting people to it.”

With nine billion people expected to be living on the planet by 2050, it’s vital aquaculture grows along with the population.

To find out more or to enrol in one of their exciting course please visit https:// www.nmit.ac.nz/ study/study-areas/ aquaculture/

NMIT’s (Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology) Boating and Aquaculture tutor, David Noakes is encouraging people to enter the aquaculture industry.

Miss Genie won Motueka Library’s Summer Reading BINGO promotion for adults.

Wakatu Incorporation signs collaboration agreement with world-leading climate resilience centre in Denmark

As the world responded to a major new climate report declaring humanity was on “thin ice”, in Whakatu Nelson an historic cross-border climate agreement was being inked.

The Principles of Collaboration agreement, signed on Tuesday evening between worldleading climate resilience centre Lemvig Klimatorium, hapuowned business Wakatu Incorporation, Ngati Rarua Te Atiawa Iwi Trust and Nelson City Council, follows a May 2020 Memorandum of Understanding, which committed to exploring how knowledge could be shared in the areas of housing, climate and water infrastructure, services and management, innovation parks, green investment, and landuse opportunities. The memorandum also pledged to further investigate establish-

ing a Climatorium, a world leading centre for climate resilience partnership, for the southern hemisphere in Whakatu.

Wakatu Incorporation director and AuOra general manager, Miriana Stephens says the journey with the Danes began in 2017 when Wakatu Incorporation first began to look offshore at who else was providing leadership when it came to the wellbeing of te Taiao –our natural world.

That search led to the second lowest lying country in Europe, Denmark, more specifically the central region of Lemvig, home to the Lemvig Klimatorium, a ground-breaking model which enables private businesses, government, community, and research institutions to collaborate on finding solutions to climate and water-related challenges.

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“Denmark has one goal for their country – and that is to be fossil-fuel free by 2050. Their research, their planning and design, their education, it is all geared toward achieving that goal,” said Miriana.

“There is a lot to learn from Denmark’s response to climate change – how do you start to think about those challenges, how do you put together those solutions, how do you work with your community, local and central government, researchers, business, how do you bring everybody working in silos together for action, rather than talk.”

Chair of Wakatu Incorporation Johnny McGregor says a Climatorium for the southern hemisphere was a project with significance for all New Zealanders.

“It’s a kaupapa that affects all New Zealanders, all people

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY PROJECTS 2023 / 2024

Each year the Motueka Community Board has approximately $55,000 (plus some carried over from last year) to spend on special projects suggested by the community, each up to $10,000.

In February and March a large number of project suggestions were received by the Board, and those which best fit the criteria are listed here for you to indicate your priorities.

Motueka Community Board

Hapori Whānui ō Motueka

in our rohe, all people in Denmark, and actually all people in the world. Not only does it affect all people in the world, but it also affects future generations to come. And that is why we have to act as tupuna pono, good ancestors, right now.”

Johnny says one of the leading aspects of the project was it was about taking action.

“The obligation is

to act and really do something about climate resilience, that is what motivates us, and we are looking for collaborators who will support that and who will support us moving these things forward.”

Miriana says work was underway on a proposal for the Climatorium, with further details expected to be released midyear.

She says the dele-

gation from the Lemvig Klimatorium were in Whakatu Nelson until Friday. After attending a Tupuna Pono summit convened by Wakatu Incorporation on Tuesday, the rest of the week was spent discussing climate mitigation and adaption opportunities and joint projects.

Overnight Monday, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate

Change (IPCC) released its latest climate report, which UN Chief labelled a “survival guide for humanity”.

“Humanity is on thin ice – and that ice is melting fast,” United Nations SecretaryGeneral Antonio Guterres says. “Our world needs climate action on all fronts – everything, everywhere, all at once.”

Which projects should we prioritise from this list?

Rank projects from 1 to 12 (1 being the most important)

PROJECT

Install a table and seating in the Wharepapa Grove Reserve $8,000

Contribute to a walkway upgrade of Little Kaiteriteri to Stephens Bay $10,000

Revamp and update the Motueka map outside the i-SITE building $1,500

Contribute to improvements of the Saltwater Baths, including landscaping $5,000

Complete the southern end of the shared path on Trewavas Street esplanade to the end of North Street and to the Saltwater Baths

Add a nest swing to the playground on Ted Reed Reserve, Riwaka $10,000

Install a picnic table and seating at The Kumaras on the foreshore walkway (end of Staples Street) $6,000

Contribute to reinstating picnic tables, seating and general landscaping that was removed to build Te Noninga Kumu Motueka Library $10,000

Install a shade sail over the outdoor gym equipment in Memorial Park beside the tennis courts

Re-gravel and upgrade the shared path along Queen Victoria Street between Whakarewa and Pah Streets $10,000

Provide a grant to Sandy Bay-Mārahau Residents and Ratepayers Association for foreshore and landscape maintenance

$2,500

Install additional security cameras in the CBD (Police to advise locations) $10,000

Please cut out and deliver or post this form to the Motueka Service Centre, 7 Hickmott Place, before 4.30pm on Tuesday 11 April 2023. Alternatively, you can complete the survey online at shape.tasman.govt.nz/motueka-projects.

Name:

Tupuna Pono Powhiri. Photo courtesy of Wakatu Incorporation.

Photographer: Melissa Banks.

Mapua’s largest event is on Easter Sunday

From small beginnings the Mapua Easter Fair has become one of our region’s largest events, with over 10,000 visitors annually. It’s a fun family day out and a great community gathering. Mapua youngsters are counting down the days until Easter Sunday when they get to enjoy and experience live music, fairground attractions, real fruit ice cream and so much more.

The Mapua Easter Fair is an annual fundraiser for Mapua School and Mapua Playcentre. It simply wouldn’t happen without the backing of Mapua School and Playcentre families and the many helpful locals within the wider local area who volunteer their time and energy to make this fundraising event possible. Next weekend, on Easter Sunday they will be raising funds for a new junior playground as well as ongoing funding to support the local School and Playcentre.

What’s on at this year’s fair?

Organisers have ensured there will be a range of free activities this year for excited youngsters. The New Zealand Police and the Mapua Fire Crew will be joining the Mapua Easter Fair allowing both kids and adults to engage with some of our everyday heroes. Come along and try on some gear and see what a police car and fire engine look like up close. The Fire crew will be on hand to discuss all aspects of home fire safety including

As always there’s a fantastic line up of entertainment on the day, a variety of performers and musicians will be taking the stage from circus style acts to the legendary Mapua School Kapahaka group. Grab a bite to eat then settle on the grass in front of the main stage and be entertained.

If you’re hunting for treasure, the White Elephant stall is a must. It’s located under the Nelson Building Society tent in front of the Mapua Community hall. All proceeds from this stall go directly to Mapua School and Mapua Playcentre.

Mapua Playcentre will be opening their gates to provide a space for younger children to play and families to relax. You’ll also find a baby change and chill out area to help make life easier.

There are some incredible items in the silent auction, make sure you get involved. If you are looking at spending some time in the Abel Tasman you could bid on the voucher from Abel Tasman AquaTaxi or maybe you’re on the lookout for a bespoke light shade from Studio Deco Design.

There’s a range of items available for auction including Jewellery from Kohi Jewels, a gift basket with a voucher

from Mapua Landscapes Ltd and a family photoshoot from Sophie Milson Photography, just to name a few.

The silent auction will be in Mapua Hall where you can also find an impressive lego display put on by Top of the South Bricks.

Thrill seekers will be smiling with delight knowing Sturgeon’s amusements will be at the Mapua Easter Fair. Their Ferris wheel is always popular and provides an incredible view of the day’s activities. Take a spin on the chair-o-plane or a relaxing ride on the Merry-go-round.

You won’t go hungry with such a vast choice of food stalls. Discover a plethora of different flavours and gastronomic delights. Pick up some old fashioned home baked goodies from the cake stall, where you can either

buy a slice or a whole cake. The BBQ will be fired up and manned by volunteers. When you visit either the cake stall or the BBQ for a nibble, you can feel good in the knowledge that all funds from these two stalls go directly to Mapua School and Mapua Playcentre. There really is something for everyone enjoy at this fabulous annual event, you won’t want to miss it.

What you need to know

• from 9am – 3pm.

• are free.

• •

Hall, you can make a cash withdrawal inside the hall. Parking information

Easter Sunday will be a busy day around the village. A free bus shuttle will run from the Stafford Drive carpark. Please check out the parking map to see options for parking. You’ll find it online at mapuaeasterfair.co.nz.

Disability parking is available and marked on the map. Please listen to the parking marshals directing you around the village, they have everyone’s safety in mind.

Carpooling is encouraged, or if you are travelling from out of town considering parking at Rabbit Island and catch the Mapua Ferry to the Fair. Or jump on your bike and head there via the Great Taste Trail.

Check out Top of the South Bricks display in the Mapua Hall on Easter Sunday

Simone supports the 2023 Mapua Easter Fair

We’re excited to announce from 1st June 2023 our clinics will be changing to Vetlife, enabling us to build upon our committment to serve our community.

Caring for our environment

Organisers are on a mission to make the Mapua Easter Fair a ZERO WASTE event. Please help by bringing your own water bottle (free water available), coffee cup, plate, cutlery and reusable bags.

Food stallholders are providing compostable food packaging and the Waste No More team will be there to assist you at our recycling stations.

Organisers are looking forward to you joining them at the Mapua Easter Fair, it’s going to be fantastic. Keep up to date with all the latest announcements via social media - facebook.com/mapuaeasterfair and visit the website mapuaeasterfair.co.nz

A real sense of community at On the Spot Collingwood General Store

A visit to Collingwood is not complete without stopping by On the Spot Collingwood General Store. For both locals and visitors this one stop shop has been offering great value groceries, hardware, fishing supplies, gas bottle swaps and both NZ Post and Lotto services as well as exceptional customer service. It’s your friendly family store owned and operated by dedicated locals Rosemary and Francis Moretti.

Backed up their hard working team as well as family members, there’s a wonderful atmosphere here. Friendly conversation combined with a sense of community and familiarity blends together to create a relaxing welcoming environment. People often take their time shopping, chatting with others, and browsing the selection of products, rather than rushing through the store. It’s a very special rural grocery and supplies store.

As you walk through the doors, you’re greeted by the smell of fresh produce, baked goods, and all manner of fresh locally sourced food items. You’ll find popular branded products to keep your pantry full and they are proud to supply both Pams and Value brands.

If you can’t find a product you are looking for at On the Spot Collingwood, just ask one of their friendly team members and they will do their best to get it in for you.

Rosemary and Francis value both their staff and community, people are important to them and it’s reflected in the service they provide.

“We couldn’t run our business without the help of our extraordinary staff. Especially our dedicated long time staff members Lisa, Lil, Priscilla and Daniel who are an immense help,” explains Rosemary.

Next time you are in Collingwood, stop in and visit Rosemary, Francis and their team at On the Spot Collingwood, indulge in a rolled ice cream, choose from a selection of food to go or pick up one of their legendary milkshakes. Whatever the need, whatever the weather you’ll find it in Collingwood, all in one spot!

Farewell Spit Tours

To our local Community

We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you for your unwavering support of On the Spot Collingwood General Store during the challenges of the last few years, especially throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Your loyalty, encouragement, and kindness have meant the world to us, and we are truly humbled by your continued backing.

As you all know, these have been challenging times for everyone. The pandemic has affected us all in different ways, and it has been especially difficult for small busi-

nesses like ours. But even in the midst of all the uncertainty and chaos, you, our community, have stood by us and supported us in every way possible.

You have shown up at our store day after day, patiently waiting to get the essentials that you need. You have been understanding when we’ve had to make difficult decisions, such as limiting the number of shoppers in the store at any given time or implementing new safety protocols. And you have done all of this with a smile and a kind word, even when you must have been feeling anxious or frustrated.

We want you to know that your support has not gone unnoticed. It has lifted our spirits and given us the strength to keep going, even on the hardest days. It has reminded us that we are not just a store, but a vital part of the Collingwood and Golden Bay community, and that we have a responsibility to do everything we can to help each other during this difficult time.

With the increased cost of living, we are working hard to keep our prices as low as possible. Our community is important to us, we love to hear your feedback and encourage you to continue offering your suggestions in order to improve both our product range and services.

So thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your unwavering support of On the Spot Collingwood General Store. We hope that we can continue to be a source of strength, comfort, and local supplies for you and your families.

From all of us here at On the Spot Collingwood General Store

Your school holiday’s sorted!

School Holidays begin at the end of the week, are you ready? With two weeks of entertainment to organise it can be a bit daunting, here at The Guardian we’ve done the hard work for you. Check out the promoters on the following pages for school holiday activities and explore our list of ideas below to help ease any school holiday tension. Activities don’t always have to be expensive, sometimes the best fun is free. We are so lucky to live where we do and with a bit of imagination the possibilities are endless.

Outside activities

With our incredible weather here in Motueka, there’s always plenty of fun to be had outside. Creative parents can take advantage of having the children at home and ask them to help with any outdoor jobs that need completing. If there’s a particular task you don’t enjoy perhaps the children can do it for you, such as washing the windows. A great way to keep younger kids occupied is to give them a bucket of water and a paint brush, then ask them to ‘paint’ the fence.

Get gardening

Now is the time to tidy up your vegetable garden after the summer crops have died down. Show the kids how to dig over the garden and then head down to the beach and collect some seaweed to add to the soil.

It’s also a good time to plan and plant your winter vegetable crops. Sit down with your youngsters and work out what crops to plant. Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, beetroot, spinach, radishes, carrots, swedes, turnips and radishes can all be planted at this time of year. They could also make some fun tags to label their plantings.

Farewell Spit Tours

Go on a nature walk

With three national parks on our doorstep there are so many options. Make the most of our backyard and take the youngsters on a nature walk. Write a list of different objects for them to find on the way. Teach them about our natural environment and learn the names and uses for our native plants and tree’s. For more information and idea’s check out the Kiwi Conservation Club kcc.org.nz/

Scavenger Hunt

Head off to your local park or beach with a list of objects to collect. Relax with a book while the children are running around looking for items on their list. Things you might include on a scavenger hunt list could be a feather, a particular stone, different types of grass etc. Have a look online there are a variety of free printable scavenger hunt lists to draw inspiration from.

Farewell Spit Tours Spit Tours

Head to the beach

A trip to the beach is a great way to spend a day. Ask your youngsters to help pack a picnic and gather their buckets and spades, a change of clothes and some towels. Spend the day hunting for shells, spotting birds, exploring rock pools and building incredible sand castles. You could use any shells you’ve collected for a project the following day, such as stringing shells to hang in the garden.

Create an obstacle course

Create a range of activities on the lawn outside, and then ask the children to time themselves and see how fast they can do the course. Children could help build the course and offer their ideas on various obstacle challenges. Include activities like balancing, jumping, running or ball skills.

Chalk art

Turn your driveway into an art gallery. Supply children with chalk and let them create to their hearts content. You may wish to give them a theme for idea’s, alternatively chalk out a game of hop scotch and join in their fun.

Bike ride

We’ve a number of fantastic bike trails around the district to take advantage of, especially the Great Taste Trail. Or for more adventurous riders head to the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park. You’ll discover a variety of tracks in the park from beginner to expert. Pack some lunch and make a day of it.

Bushcraft, foraging, whittling, fire lighting, nature crafts and fun adventures.

Lower Moutere and Kina Beach

5-14 year olds

9am-3pm, 18th, 19th and 20th April $50 per day.

Registrations close 10th April

Website: Innatureeducation.com

Facebook: In Nature Education

Email : naturenurturenz@gmail.com

Ride along a bike trail these school holidays.

Rock art

Go to the river or beach and collect a variety of smooth stones and small rocks. You may even find some in your garden. Break out the paints and brushes and encourage your youngsters to create works of art. Rock hunting and hiding have become popular activities over recent years. Youngsters can hide their painted rocks on the inlet walkway, at the local park or display them in their garden or bedroom.

Visit a playground

There’s so much fun to be had at a playground. Mix it up a bit and take the youngsters to a playground they haven’t been to before. You’ll find a

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT MOTUEKA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Wednesday 12 April and Thursday 13 April, 11am - 12noon

History & Heritage Themed Craft. Join us for a range of history & heritage-themed craft. Come and enjoy some family time while learning and creating crafts - fun for the whole family. Crafts suitable for school age children, pre-schoolers will need adult help.

Friday 14 April and Friday 21 April, 2 - 4pm

Teen Time. Drop in for some creative time with your mates. Come and join us for some music and creative activities. The theme is history and heritage, but the outcomes are up to you! A space and activities for teens – all you need to bring is some patience and a small amount of creative juices.

Friday 14 April, 4 - 6pm

Book Talk: Valetta Sówka . Valetta will be speaking about her new book ‘Family of Forest and Fungi - He Tukutuku Toiora’. The book has been illustrated by award-winning children’s book illustrator Isobel Joy Te Aho-White, and includes te reo translations by local reo kaiako, Hana Park. This book is suitable for 8 - 12 year olds, whose whānau have an especial interest in including more te reo Māori in their lives. Books will be available for purchase.

Tuesday 18 April, 10.30 - 12noon

Explore Ngā Toi. Join Prashanti from the Tasman District Council Community Partnerships team to learn about our wonderful and most versatile native bre plant, harakeke, and the role it played in our local history. This is an all-ages session and together we will learn some raranga tikanga and the art of whiri/plaiting to make rope.

Wednesday 19 April, 11am - 12noon

Games of Yesteryear. Drop in for a spot of good old-fashioned fun and games. Ditch the screens and drop in for a selection of games from times gone by. We will have a range of games from di erent times and cultures. Fun for the whole family.

Thursday 20 April, 11am - 12noon

History & Heritage Themed Craft. Join us for a range of history & heritage-themed craft. Come and enjoy some family time while learning and creating crafts - fun for the whole family. Crafts suitable for school age children, pre-schoolers will need adult help.

Thursday 20 April, 11 - 12.00noon

ANZAC Wreath Workshop. Take part in creating an Anzac Wreath that will be gifted at the Motueka ANZAC Memorial Commemoration. Children, please bring an adult to lend a hand as the paper poppies require scissors and patience to put together.

9/400 High Street Motueka (022) 137 4574

• ni e creations made on site.

• Stone c tting and olishing service availa le.

• or sho sessions where o can create o r own master iece.

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You imagine it, together we will make it happen!!

map on the Tasman District Council website which marks out all the different playgrounds in our region. You may even find one with a flying fox if you are lucky.

Pack some snacks and water to drink and of course a good book to read if you manage to get a moment to yourself.

Wash the car

Arm the youngsters with buckets, sponges, bubbles and a hose and ask them to wash the car. They’ll have a great time playing with water and bubbles. The added bonus is you’ll have a shiny clean vehicle by the end of it, at least that’s the plan.

Gaze at the stars

Learning to recognise the constellations in the night sky is a valuable skill that will assist youngsters in years to come. Being outdoors in the dark offers a form of calming sensory deprivation. You’ll find you’ll naturally speak quieter in the dark and as you sit, your heart rate will slow.

Find a stargazing book at the library or download one of the many stargazing app’s on your phone. Don’t forget to dress up warm and pack some snacks.

Indoor activities

Build a hut

With some sheets, blankets and cushions the youngsters can have a wonderful time building their own hideaway. An easy way to go about it is to cover the table in a large sheet. Other methods include draping a sheet over a long piece of string and securing it with clothes pegs to create a tent like structure.

Bake up a storm

Spend half a day cooking up treats in the kitchen. Ask the children what they would like to bake and assist them in making biscuits, slices, cakes, bread, fruit kebabs or other goodies. The youngsters may even wish to package some of their baking to share with family, friends and neighbours. Don’t forget to ask them to help clean up the kitchen afterwards.

Visit the Library

Our local libraries are fantastic resources. You’ll often find activities available and there’s so many wonderful books to choose from. Each week The Guardian publishes a list of what is happening at the Motueka Library. Have a look on pg 22 to find out what’s happening at our library during the holidays.

Visit the museum

We’ve a variety of museums throughout the region that are well worth exploring. Find out more about our history

and enjoy the fascinating exhibits available. Our River and Us is their latest exhibit, it showcases the stories and history of the Motueka River.

Getting your dancing shoes on

Turn up the music and encourage the children to have a dance off. Let each person have a turn at showing off their moves. You can find a number of instructional dance video’s on Youtube for inspiration.

Relax with a movie marathon

Spend an afternoon with a big bowl of popcorn curled up with the kids watching movies.

Science experiments

Raid the kitchen cupboards and create some fascinating science experiments. Look to the internet for inspiration and have some fun. Go to www.nanogirl.co for ideas.

Have an arts and crafts day

Organise supplies and spend the day creating various projects with the youngsters. From making cards to creating masks, the options really are endless. Find some inspiration online or at our library.

What ever you chose to do these school holidays, have fun and don’t forget to help out around the house when you can.

Have fun inside and build a hut.

Annual Mapua Boat Club Regatta taking place on Sunday

NBS

Motueka Golf Club

This Sunday, 2 April is the Annual Mapua Boat Club Regatta at Port Mapua.

This Regatta is based at Mapua Wharf and caters for everything that floats that you are likely to have in your backyard. The day is especially chosen as it has the lowest high tide, and therefore the highest low tide of the season.

This means mini-

mum tide rise and maximum slack water time at the bottom of the tide.

The feature event is the Mapua Cup. A rowing race in Sea Scout Cutters between crews from the Mapua Boat Club, and the Tamaha Sea Scouts. Current holders are the Boat Club Women Crew.

Mapua Boat Club members with Power

Boats provide the course laying and Patrol Boat duties.

The Seagull Outboard race is open to other makes 5HP and under. Bring your own boat! The sailing race is open to yachts of all sizes, and there are races for Kayaks and Paddle boards. These two classes are divided into Recreation and Competitive. At slack water, the Nelson

Radio Model Club will race their International One Metre Class RC yachts. Then the second event for each class will be held, followed by the Mapua Cup.

The Briefing for all Competitors will be at 12 noon on the beach at the bottom of the old ramp.

First event will be the Seagull Race at 12.30 and the Prize-

Motueka Bridge Club

Motueka Bridge Club offers both competitive and social Bridge.

giving is expected to be about 3.15pm. Entry is $2 per boat/ kayak/paddleboard, and entries will be accepted on the wharf before the Briefing.

Personal Buoyancy must be worn by all entrants and a tow rope fitted if you should want you craft rescued. Any enquiries to John Leydon please 5402543.

Results for Saturday, 18 March.

Competition was for the Beven Grooby Memorial Trophy.

Ladies winner was Sally Jones with a net score of 74.

Men’s winner was Rudi Aldworth with a net score of 70.

Well done Sally and Rudi.

Monday 20 March – Championship (Round 3 of 9)

NORTH-SOUTH

1st Chris Sutton / Lorraine McArthur

54.46%

2nd= Anne Cegarra / Mary McCallum

53.87%

2nd= Martin Thompson / Justine Thompson

53.87%

EAST-WEST

1st Ray Cannell / Jana Bott 64.88%

2nd Karen Logan / Janet Howell

55.65%

3rd Vicki Adnams / Mary Hamilton 53.87%

Tuesday 21 March - Junior Championship (Round 3 of 9)

NORTH-SOUTH

1st Anthony Clarke / Faith Jackson 57.5%

EAST-WEST

1st Sue Fairweather / Peter Minchin 52.5%

A volunteer guide leads a group of snorkelers at Rotokura/ Cable Bay on Saturday, 4 March as 117 members of the public toured the underwater environment with Experiencing Marine Reserves. Read more on this in our next issue.

Photo: Kyle Mulinder.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

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

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

GATEWAYTO YOUR WELLBEING Wellbeing is important for all of us to thrive. The shed is a safe place to meet new people in a supportive and caring environment. We also can connect you with other agenesis for the right support needed. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka

Email: admin@ght.co.nz

IFTAR MEAL - Community Iftar meal - open to people of any, or no religion, in the Tasman area. To be held at the Moutere Hills Community Centre at 5.30pm on Saturday 8th April. No charge but Koha accepted (towards Turkey earthquake relief). BYO plates and cutlery please. Register beforehand at info@pif.org.nz or 027 422 3310

INDOOR BOWLS - Monday & Wednesday 1.15 - 3pm. All Welcome. Contact Jude 027 3244226 Motueka Seniors Hub 10 Pah St.

KNIT & NATTER Wednesdays 10.30 - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359. All Welcome

MANDALA ART THERAPY A journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday, 4pm - 6pm, at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 Koha for the room - Maddy 0273366300

MOTUEKA AMATURE RAIDO CLUB AGM Monday 3rd April 7.30pm. SAR room Motueka Police Station. All welcome.

MOTUEKA ELYSIUM FORWIDOWS & WIDOWERS

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

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Want to do some woodwork but have no tools? Join Menzshed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12am

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

MOTUEKA DISTRICT TOYLIBRARY Motueka

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

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Come along and try us out and make music with the Motueka District Brass. Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or phone 02102233244

MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB welcomes new members

to our club night, first Monday of month St John meeting room 7.30pm. Come along if you are keen on photography, novice or advanced.

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

MOTUEKA LIONESS CLUB Jams, sauces, pickles. Stall outside New World Motueka for one day only on the 30th March.

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

MOTUEKARSA FISHING CLUB AGM Thursday 30th March at 7.30 at the RSA. New members welcome.

MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP Walks every Thursday. For information contact our Secretary at secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com 0212640403 and check our website www.motueka50pluswalkers.org. nz

NVCPRACTICEGROUPS (2) starting in Motueka

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

OPERATION COVERUP is still up and running. Please keep knitting peggy squares for plankets. For more information phone Helen 022 414 9115

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137

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

SENIORNET MOTUEKA have one on one help sessions with any iOS, Android and Windows devices every Wednesday 10-12. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SUSTAINING TENANCIES Having trouble with your Tenancy? Need help working things through with your landlord or tenant? Gateway Housing Trust Contact us today Housing@GHT.CO.NZ ph:03-5457100

TOASTMASTERS MOTUEKA Toastmasters Motueka meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hospital, Courtney St, Motueka. 6.45pm start. Gain speaking confidence, friendly environment. More info, Ph Peter 027 746 8311

Garden Service

GENIE'S GARDEN SERVICE

General weeding, rose and other pruning, odd jobs text 021 214 1270

Garage Sale

SUNDAY 2ND APRIL

Dentures

9am - 3pm. Everything must go. 34 Vosper St. If it rains then cancelled.

Storgae

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CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY VINTAGE / QUALITY TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING PH TIM GLADSTONE T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

For Sale

1936 BICYCLE

Market tent, Matagouri and; Thyme Honey, Furniture, Timber Black Walnut. Contact 0210 809 7216

FOR SALE?

If you have a vehicle you don’t need anymore, sell it in The Guardian classifieds.

WE O FFER Free garage sale line listings

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

SELLING your property? List it in The Guardian Newspaper Classifieds for results.

LIST your AGM notice in The Guardian. Phone us on 528 2088.

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Situations Vacant

Fresh Foods Assistant Cawthron Institute Trust Board - Trustee

The Trust Board comprises four statutory Trustees (Nelson Member of Parliament, Nelson City Council Mayor, Tasman District Council Mayor, and the Nelson Bishop), and six other Trustees to represent the ‘top of the south’ region. The Trust Board’s charitable purpose and Aotearoa New Zealand, with focus on natural resources. The Trust Board approves the strategic direction of the Cawthron Institute, funds philanthropic/ community activities and appoints the Board of Directors. Cawthron Institute is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest

We are seeking Trustee with the following skills and experience:

• As director or trustee or experience in any other governance role.

• Science, environmental or primary industry.

• Valuing philanthropic activity.

• Commercial or business.

• Communications with ability to work collaboratively in Board environment.

• The Trustee position is voluntary. The Trust Board meets this is optional and varies with projects. Applicants from Nelson, Tasman, Golden Bay, Marlborough, Kaikoura are preferred.

Further information can be obtained from elizabeth@ greenaway.co.nz

Those interested in applying for the Trustee position should email the following to elizabeth@greenaway.co.nz no later than 5.00pm on Monday 24 April:

• short letter summarising the skills and experience that they bring

• Full resume detailing work history, relevant

• Contact details for two potential referees.

Facility Manager Motueka Recreation Centre

Full -Time Permanent

Sport Tasman manages and operates the Motueka Recreation Centre on behalf of Tasman District Council.

The Centrehas served the Motueka community for the past 35 years, providing a focal point for sport, active recreation and play opportunities for the people of the district and beyond.

We are now seeking applications for the role of Centre Manager which is responsible and accountable for the management and operation of this local community facility.

The new manager will need to show exceptional leadership skills in leading a small team of dedicated staff to deliver first class customer experiences. They will need to exhibit a high degree of financial acumen and be able to develop and maintain strong stakeholderrelationships, important to ensuring the continued viability and success of this important community asset.

The successful applicant will be well organised a quick learner, have amazing customer service skills, and have an eye for detail. Computer literacy is essential, with knowledge of booking systems an advantage. Most of all you need to be a team player able tothink on your feet and adapt quickly

Being community focused and having empathy and passion for helping people of all ages to enjoy being physically active is a trait we will favour

Application form and position description available at: www.sporttasman.org.nz

Application form, CV and covering letter to be received by Monday 24th April 2023 to:

Administrator Sport Tasman P.O. Box 3197 Richmond, 7050 Or email to: admin@sporttasman.org.nz

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

The position involves:

• Fresh produce food handling and preparation

• Packing and presentation of fresh produce goods

• Excellent Customer Service

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

The successful applicant will:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently ew orld Motueka o ers a supportive management structure with a strong emphasis on personal development and growth opportunities.

f you believe you are the right person for this position please complete an application form available from Customer Services and provide your C for consideration.

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

Applications close 16/04/23

Bakery Assistant

We are looking for an honest, reliable, enthusiastic person to ll a position in our Bakery Department. This is a full time position.

The position involve:

• High level of customer service

• Maintaining high standards within the Department

• Complying with our Food Control Plan

• Packing and presentation of baked food products

• ssisting with the production of slices cakes and desserts

• Bread slicing and packaging

The successful applicant will:

• Have a passion for baking

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Have food preparation skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently

If you believe you have the right stu for this position, please complete an application form, available from Customer Services, and provide your CV for consideration.

Email directly Motueka.HR@newworld-si.co.nz Applications close 16/04/23

Deli Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic honest, and reliable person to join our dynamic Deli Team.

The position involves:

• Fresh food handling and preparation.

• Packing and presentation of fresh food products

• Exceptional Customer Service

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

The successful applicant will:

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Have food preparation skills

• Show attention to detail

• Be able to work in a team and independently

If you believe you are the right person for this position, please complete an application form, available from Customer Services, and provide your CV for consideration.

Motueka.HR@newworld-si.co.nz

Applications close 16/04/23

Butchery Assistant

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

The position involves:

• Preparation packing and presentation of meat products

• perating e uipment and automated wrapping machine

• ssisting customers with their selections and providing excellent customer service

The successful applicant will:

• Be honest and reliable

• ork well under pressure and at a fast pace

• Have excellent customer service skills

• Comply with our Health Safety and Food Safety programmes.

• illing to go the extra mile

• Maintaining high standards within the Department ew orld Motueka o ers a supportive management structure with a strong emphasis on personal development and growth opportunities.

f you believe you are the right person for this position please complete an application form available from Customer Services and provide your C for consideration.

Email directly Motueka.HR@newworld-si.co.nz Applications close 16/04/23

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

TBC TRUST

We are seeking applications for local (Tasman/Motueka) Driver to join our Team.

The position available is permanent/part-time as well as covering Driver absences on our regular Bus Routes.

Applicants must hold current Class PSL and pass the MOE Police Vetting Process.

This position offers very attractive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibility involved.

For further information and a job description please contact Michael ph 020 4114 8688 or email: transport@tbctrust.org.nz

SCHOOL LIBRARY ASSISTANT

We are seeking someone for the position of sole charge Library Assistant to work 7.5 hours on Wednesdays only. This position will be fixed term for Terms and 3, 2023 with the possibility of this being extended. Ex perience preferred however training will be provided.

The pay scale would be Grade BC Step $22.92 23.26 per hour and dependent on any relevant qualifications. These rates are currently under review.

Applications close at 4.00pm Wednesday th April 2023.

Job description and application form can be printed off from our website www.motuekahigh.school.nz, “Vacancies or phone the school office 03 528 9050. or email nicki.saundersloder@motuekahigh.school.nz

Application forms must accompany all CVs and covering letters.

Situations Vacant

Skilled and Trainee Machine Operators

Public Notices

Baha'i Faith

Unity in Diversity

Wealth is praiseworthy if it is acquired by an individual's own e orts and the grace of God, and if it be expended for philanthropic purposes.

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Phone 03 5289033

FIONA PEARS

with Connor Hartley-Hall, Dan Robertson play Gypsy Jazz Chanel Arts Centre

Thursday, April 13 at 7:30 pm

Here at Genia, we take care of our employees too. There are plenty of additional perks, such as:

• A positive team culture – including sausage roll shouts, a peer recognition scheme for teammates to appreciate and thank each other, and quarterly meetings with lunch provided

• Sta discounts

• Monthly pro t share scheme

• Service recognition programme

Ready to work for a great employer with an even better team culture? Genia is currently looking for Machine Operators and Trainee Machine Operators. We create quality timber products for interior and exterior spaces. You don’t need speci c timber industry experience (although if you’ve got that, great), because we provide plenty of on-thejob training. What we ask is that you bring enthusiasm, commitment and an eagerness to learn. You might have come from a previous machine-related industry, or have experience in horticulture, agriculture, or maintenance related work. Or maybe you’ve just got a technical mind and a bit of curiosity for basic troubleshooting – this will go a long way.

If you’re ambitious, Genia is the place for you. We o er development and training to help you achieve your goals and build skills, knowledge and capabilities.

• Free rewood and rejects

• Additional support for employees going through di cult times

AM or PM shifts available. APPLY by free texting GENIA to 4199

Tickets available from Floral Affaire and Door Sales $25 Adults; $5 Schoolchildren

Cash for Floral Affaire, EFTPOS Door Sales at the Chanel Presented by Motueka Music Group

VEHICLE FOR SALE?

If you have a vehicle you don’t need anymore, sell it in The Guardian classifieds.

Church Notices

LOOKING for that special someone? Place an ad in The Guardian Newspapers personals section.

Come and celebrate

Pastor Francis Ghatt

10am Sunday Victory Church

Corner of High St & Fearon St

The little stone church with a big heart

Mapua 10 Higgs Road

Hidden Oasis in Central Mapua

Located in popular Mapua at the start of Higgs Road, this home on several levels (with a basement) boasts all the space a growing family could wish for. It’s been extensively renovated and is presented in immaculate condition. The most exacting standards are evident from the moment one sets foot inside this resplendently, “architecturally renovated” modern home, with spectacular timber flooring making an immediate impact. Open-plan living and dining areas that are bathed in natural light complement a sleek, contemporary kitchen, complete with engineered stone benchtops and top-end appliances. The indoor out door flow to the pool is next level and with plenty of off street parking, what more could you want? The lovely home, the popular suburb and the proximity to an array of amenities combine to make this a truly compelling proposition. bayleys.co.nz/4051854

809sqm 4 3

For Sale offers invited over $1,399,000

View by appointment

Marion Cross 022 099 0390 marion.cross@bayleys.co.nz

Sammie Cross 027 706 3718 sammie.cross@bayleys.co.nz

VINING

Motueka Valley Mytton Heights

Off grid living with a modern twist

This 7,837sqm property has been well-constructed and equally well-maintained by our house-proud owners, this spacious home is perfect for families of all shapes and sizes. Three bedrooms are complemented by the family style bathroom and an ensuite off the master with walk in wardrobe, while open-plan living areas ensure the ability to host both intimate gatherings and larger get-togethers. Other highlights; the kitchen which is both stylish and highly-functional – gas cooking, plenty of storage options and breakfast bar; double glazing, HRV system and a wood burner conspire to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, and stacker doors provide seamless access outside. Phone now to view. bayleys.co.nz/4051866

bayleys.co.nz

3 3 2

Price Indication $1,100,000

View by appointment

Marion Cross & Sammie Cross 022 099 0390 marion.cross@bayleys.co.nz

Sammie Cross 027 706 3718 sammie.cross@bayleys.co.nz