The Guardian - 2 August 2023

Riwaka win epic derby semi-final

ANDREW BOARD

“This is Stephen Hughes Country” read the sign driving into Riwaka on Saturday – and the man himself didn’t disappoint.

The Riwaka division two rugby captain lead his side into this weekend’s competition final in Stoke with a thrilling 26-25 win over local rivals Huia at Cooks Reserve. Hughes also got on the scoresheet with a strong drive to score a try in the left-hand corner mid-way through the second half.

Speaking to the Guardian after the game with a well-deserved beer in his hand, the skipper said the win meant a lot to his team.

“I’m over-the-moon and really proud. Our boys showed a lot of heart.”

But the game was far from a walk in the park.

The two teams traded tries and penalty goals in the first half before a yellow card to Huia in the second half allowed Riwaka to stretch out a lead with a couple of tries. More yellow cards dished out to Huia players – three in all – looked to have scuttered any chances of a comeback. But being down 26-13 down with less than ten minutes

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Above: Riwaka’s Louie Robin-Seniloli takes a clean line-out ball against Huia on Saturday. Left: Riwaka captain Stephen Hughes was in fine form leading his team to the final and scoring a second-half try as well.

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New owners for the Guardian

SARA HOLLYMAN

For the first time in 30 years the Guardian has a new owner, but it remains in local hands.

Andrew and Sarah Board have bought the Motueka and Golden Bay Guardian from its founder Gary Haymes, effective of yesterday.

Andrew and Sarah, who live in the Tasman District, own Top South Media which also publishes the Nelson Weekly, Waimea Weekly, Marlborough Weekly, Nelson Magazine, Nelson App and Top South Farming, among others.

Gary will continue to work at the Guardian as Advertising Manager and the majority of the staff will stay on, giving the paper continuity for advertisers and readers.

Andrew says it’s an exciting time for the paper.

“I’ve been involved in newspapers since 2007 and worked as a journalist on the Waimea Weekly and the Motueka Golden Bay News, before launching the Nelson Weekly in 2010.

“The Guardian has always been a great community paper and we hope to continue that tradition and even add to it.”

Rich Widows

It’s sad giving advice to rich widows. Year after year it goes on. Different client. Same story. They’ve retired, downsized, cashed up and have been sent to us for advice on how to invest and manage their capital. We work out how much of their capital is needed to cover their normal living costs and then I start talking about spending the surplus (I’m a great one for making clients spend their surplus money). And that’s the problem.

What am I going to spend it on Glyn? Holiday? No fun on your own. Change your car? Why. Give some to your kids? They’ll waste it. I don’t trust my sonin-law. They’re getting divorced. Take your pick from the answers – I’ve heard them all.

OK, OK, I know that sounds like a problem a lot of people would like to have - but just think about it. The person sitting in front of me (and it’s sometimes the widower) has spent 30 or 40 years working hard, usually in debt, worrying about money and deferring ‘stuff’ until they retire. They’ve now got capital (all in the bank) and are worrying about preserving it (why?) and then one of them dies. They retired too late, didn’t spend money fast enough or one of them died too soon.

Same result. Why didn’t they make these decisions earlier? Change (i.e. retiring) is inevitable and you

Gary printed the first edition of the Guardian in late 1993,

since then it has covered the community every week helping to keep the region informed and connected.

He says it’s come a long way from those early days.

“I remember waxing up the pages on a Saturday night each week and then driving the waxed pages to the bus depot in Nelson where they would go to the Marlborough Express to be printed.

“Sometimes a headline may have moved on the page during

the trip and we’d get the paper back with a missed headline or photo,” he laughs.

Gary has seen the change from film cameras to digital and desktop publishing that has made the production process much easier.

“The first digital camera I bought cost me $10,000, it was a brick and took horrible photos. The following year the same camera cost $3000 but it did make life easier.”

The Guardian will continue to operate from its Wallace St premises with all production still done locally.

“While I’m not going anywhere,” says Gary. “I want to say a huge thanks to all the advertisers and readers of the Guardian over the past 30-odd years. I can’t believe how fast it’s gone but really happy to still be working here, I love working in newspapers and working in this community.”

If you have any news tips for the Guardian’s reporters or if you’d like to advertise your business, please get in touch. You can call us on 528 2088 or email reporter @guardianmotueka.co.nz

have two choices - let change drive you or you drive the change.

So let’s end on a happier note with some spending suggestions. Here’s what to do. Work out an investment management plan that balances your life expectancy with the life expectancy of your capital – spread your money carefully, monitor the performance and gradually spend surplus and some capital. Take a friend on holiday and pay for her/him. Take your family on holiday. Set up a travel fund for your grandchildren (provided they work whilst they’re abroad AND they send photos to your iPad each week). Make them remember their Nan whilst you’re alive to hear them say thank you. Give some money to charity. The banks don’t need your money.

Get some pleasure from using it whilst you can see the good it can do. But make an investment management plan first. Money represents your stored labour from earlier years. When are you going to use it? Die broke - it’s called “Controlled Spending”

For personalised financial advice, including help with spending and saving plans, pop into your local Castle Trust office, located on Motueka’s High Street and now also on Richmond’s Queen Street.

Glyn Lewis-Jones, Financial Adviser

Gary Haymes, left, founded the Motueka Golden Bay Guardian in 1993. He is pictured above with a copy of that first edition and the paper’s new owner, Andrew Board. Photo: Jen Ayers.

I can’t believe how fast it’s gone, but really happy to still be working here, I love working in newspapers and working in this community

Gary Haymes, founder of the Motueka Golden Bay Guardian

Tasman Mayor named ‘SuperLeader’

Tasman District’s mayor has received the SuperLeader award at Local Government New Zealand’s (LGNZ) annual conference in Christchurch.. The ‘SuperLeader’ award was presented to Tim King for his consistent commitment to the well-being of his community and his forward-thinking approach to leadership. Hastings District Council took out the Supreme Award. This year’s LGNZ conference was the largest ever, attracting a record delegation of over 750 attendees including mayors, council representatives, and keynote speakers. The conference showcased the breadth of work that councils across New Zealand are undertaking and highlighted the challenges they face in today’s climate.

Free bus cards

A limited number of free Bee Cards have been made available for Motueka residents. Bee Cards is the payment system for the region’s new eBus service which launched on Tuesday. A limited number of free cards have been made available to collect from the Motueka Library. Once you have your card you can register and load it at https://buff. ly/3mOEWgZ

Second Hand Sunday returns

The next Second Hand Sunday is on Sunday 20 August in both Nelson and Tasman. If you have items you want to give away, register online before 10am on Friday, 18 August, to be included on the list of participating addresses. Print off a poster to put on your mailbox and put your items on your driveway at 9am on the day. A list and map of participating addresses will be available to download from 12pm, Friday, 18 August.

Local students in Theatresports competition

The Nelson Tasman Regional Theatresports Competition is happening over the next few weeks at Red Door Theatre in Nelson, and Motueka High School is one of the schools participating. The junior competition was held on 1 August and the seniors will have their turn on 8 August at 7pm. Tickets are $10 from eventfinda.co.nz

Vandalism costs $100,000 over past year

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

Vandalism across Tasman District has cost ratepayers at least $100,000 over the past year.

So far this year at the Avery Pavilion in the Saxton Field complex, which is jointly owned with Nelson City Council, there have been several windows broken by paving stones, a fire lit in a toilet cubicle, a roller door caved in from a vehicle collision, and tampering with the gas unit. Rows of seating, including the metal frame holding them together, have also been stolen from the Sports Park Motueka Grandstand. Some seats there were also burned. Council’s reserves and facilities manager Grant Reburn says the damage is frustrating for him and his team.

“Inevitably, it impacts on the regular schedule of work which means that staff have to divert their attention to repairing damage and making our reserves and facilities

safe, clean and functional again. It is valuable time that is lost to this.”

The $100,000 cost includes prevention measures in addition to the price of repair, but not staff time.

Grant says the gas unit vandalism specifically was a safety concern but adds that council has since made adjustments to the cage so it is not so easily damaged in future.

While these significant inci-

dents cost a lot, smaller-scale more frequent bouts of vehicle vandalism, graffiti, and toilet damage – which can include fittings, sinks, hand dryers, and soap dispensers being ripped off walls and smashed windows – also drive up the price tag of repairs for ratepayers. Rural toilets and those in Richmond seem to bear the brunt of the vandalism.

Grant says Tasman is in conversations with security

providers and Nelson about potentially installing CCTV cameras at Saxton Field to try and curb the vandalism there – which is expected to cost several thousand dollars to repair.

Council staff are also investigating potential camera installation at Sports Park Motueka where the damage is similarly expected to cost several thousands. But cameras aren’t cheap and can cost $3,000 to be installed.

Grant assures that more cost-effective alternatives –such as signage, bollards, and security gates – have and will be used elsewhere when suitable.

“These incidents were reported to police at the time,” he adds. “Where we have been able to follow up and identify offenders, we have in some instances received compensation for damage done.”

Seats have been stolen from the Sports Park Motueka Grandstand. Photo: Supplied.

Council striving to make freshwater farm plans ‘as clear as possible’ for farmers

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

Freshwater farm plans are beginning to be rolled out across the country with the Southland and Waikato regions being phased in from this month, but there’s still plenty of time before Tasman farmers are expected to follow suit.

The current expectation is that the plans will roll out in Tasman from January 2025, and Tasman District Council is hoping to make the process as streamlined as possible for the region’s farmers.

Around 1,300 freshwater farm plans are anticipated across the district, one for each horticultural farm over five hectares and one for each pastoral or arable farm over 20 hectares.

Each plan will be individualised to the farm and work to meet the different environmental outcomes for each of Tasman’s Freshwater Management Units (FMU) – Abel Tasman-Kaiteriteri, Aorere, Buller, Motueka,

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Moutere, Tākaka, and Waimea. The Government hopes the plans will stop further degradation of the country’s freshwater, and start making immediate improvements, with the goal of reversing past damage done to the nation’s freshwater network and returning it to a healthy state within a generation.

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“While it’s a national approach, it allows a very localised response to the local water quality issues,” explains Brigid Graney, council’s Waimea catchment fa-

cilitator.

Council has the responsibility of providing the catchment context, challenges and values –collectively called the catchment context – for each FMU, and this work is currently underway. The catchment context is made up of a wide range of information which council aims to make available as soon as possible after the regulations are rolled out in Tasman. At this time, whatever stage the development of a freshwater farm plan is at, the plan will need to consider this catchment context to meet the regulations. For their plans, farmers need to identify risks on their farm considering the catchment context. These risks can be inherent to the farm, such as leaky soils or erodible land, or management risks. Farmers then need to develop action plans on how they will manage those risks.

“Many farmers and growers will be well-down this pathway through existing on-farm actions and farm plans they might have… so it’s not duplicating that effort, but it’s building on and ensuring that those plans are meeting what’s required by these regulations,” Brigid says.

She acknowledges that there will be a range of how prepared farmers are to develop these plans in the 18 months following the regulations applying to Tasman, but that’s where council’s catchment facilitators like Brigid come into play.

“I can see that it might present as very overwhelming,” she says. “A key part of our role is to untangle regulation… trying to make it as clear as possible.”

To try and make the process as accessible as they can, the facilitators will be engaging with the community through various dif-

ferent avenues such as industry bodies, discussion groups, and catchment groups, or even oneon-one interactions, to provide adequate support tailored to the needs in each of the FMU’s.

“We’re thinking quite carefully about how we engage with landowners… because we don’t want to add to the number of people knocking on farmers’ doors,” she says. “We really want to be responsive to those needs.”

And while the facilitators are preparing to help Tasman’s farmers and growers, they’ll also be keeping a close eye on Southland and the Waikato, and other regions around the country where the freshwater farm plans are rolled out before Tasman, to smooth out any bumps that may arise.

Brigid encourages farmers to learn more and keep updated by visiting the Rural Hub, which can be accessed through the My Region tab on the council’s website, and to sign up for email updates through the Hub.

You can also get in contact with any questions you have through email at ruralinfo@tasman.govt. nz email, or by phoning 03 543 8400 and ask to be put through to Brigid, Kat, or Helen.

“We’re really keen to show that there’s support here, there’s understanding for the challenges on farms, and we’re sympathetic to that and are doing everything we can to provide what’s required to move this through in a way that’s good for growers and farmers.”

Tasman farmers still have plenty of time before they are expected to have freshwater farm plans in place. Photo: Tasman Environmental Trust.

Students step up to the challenge for World Vision

The Motueka High School Adventure Racing team stepped up their challenge for this year’s World Vision 40hr (Famine) Challenge.

The team of 15 and 16-year-olds decided to build on the challenge they achieved last year, which saw them complete a double crossing of the Abel Tasman National Park, paddling 40km, biking 40km, and walking 40km, all in 40 hours.

“We wanted to do something more challenging than last year,” says team member Nika Rayward.

So, they decided to first walk the 85km Old Ghost Rd in Kahurangi National Park, before relocating to bike the 55km Paparoa Track, in under 40 hours.

Starting at the north end of the Old Ghost Rd at 2am on Saturday, after a good night’s sleep at the Seddonville Holiday Park,

which the owner provided free of charge, the team completed the entire track in 18 hours.

Nika says they were lucky enough to spot a kiwi during the first few hours of the hike.

“We were feeling good the first 50km but after that, it started to go downhill. The last 18km down from the Lyell Saddle saw a few suffering moments,” Nika says.

“Everyone was hurting a lot. This is when we had to remind ourselves that the reason we were doing this was to help kids a lot worse off than us.”

This year the World Vision challenge is aiming to raise money to provide clean drinking water to children in Malawi, East Africa.

Nika says the team was expecting to take between 20 and 22 hours on the Old Ghost track, so finishing earlier meant they were able to sleep for around six hours.

“We got up at 5am and after

strapping our feet again and popping impressive blisters, we relocated to the Blackball side of the Paparoa Track.”

That stretch took eight hours to complete.

“After about 8km though, Grace’s back free hub on her bike broke and we couldn’t pedal it.

We made the decision to carry on regardless, with Louie running beside the bike on the flats and uphills, and freewheeling down the hills.”

The team managed to finish at 4pm, completing the whole challenge in 38hrs – two hours inside their 40 hour deadline, no small

feat considering they had no adult support except for transportation between trails.

Team member Isabelle managed to do the entire walk with her arm in a cast, while Hannah biked alongside to ensure the challenge could still be completed if someone got injured.

“What is really important to us is that people realise why we are doing this mission. We don’t want them to just ‘like’ what we are doing but donate a bit to help young people who live in really difficult places around the world.

“Apparently, 11 kids under five die every day in places like Malawi from diseases relating to dirty water, so having clean water will go a long way to help those kids.”

So far the team has raised $3971 - and you can still donate by visiting the Motueka High School Adventure Racing Team Facebook Page.

Regional recycling to pause for two weeks

MAX FRETHEY

Local Democracy Reporter

Recycling across Nelson-Tasman is being paused for two weeks to allow for essential maintenance at the Materials Recovery Facility in Richmond. The kerbside collection of yellow-top bins will stop from 7 August until 20 August to provide a “rare” opportunity for the work.

“It’s been on the books for a little while and it’s the perfect time in winter, a quiet time in the year,” says Yuri Schokking, national resource recovery manager for Smart Environ-

mental.

“Unfortunately, a major repair in one of the major in-feed belts is required,” he explains. “We have to scaffold up and pull it apart to get at it, and a lot of hot work – welding and grinding and stuff – so we can’t have a whole floor of recycling material behind us.”

The recovery facility takes 150 tonnes of plastics, aluminium, and cardboard a week which is why the recycling can’t continue to be collected during the fortnight period.

After eight years of work, the main intake conveyor is now “desperate” for repair.

“We’ve got a whole area of accelerated wear because the chain conveyor has moved over slightly and caused a whole lot of rubbing which now has to be rebuilt.”

Yuri says it’s difficult to know what caused the shift but says a lot of debris – like bottle caps and non-recyclable material –can get jammed in the conveyer.

Smart Environmental are also taking the opportunity to refurbish some of their recycling trucks.

During the two weeks, glass recycling won’t take place in Tasman.

Hannah Roborgh, Grace Werner, Louie Burger, Leo Easton, Nika Rayward, Isabelle Schwrarzenbach, Beck Weber and Sam Maley. Photo: Supplied.

The main conveyor at the Materials Recovery Facility has shifted and worn the machinery down, so essential maintenance needs to be done. Photo: Smart Environmental.

Chaplain retires after nearly three decades

GORDON PREECE

Seeing people overcome their personal struggles and carry their lives “in a more positive way” had been the highlight for Jim Maguire in his near 30year career as a local chaplain.

The Motueka resident retired from the role at the end of June, after 28 years serving as one of the chaplains at organisations such as Nelson Pine Industries, Nelson City Council, ITM Frame and Truss, Nelson Fire Station and Alexander Hospital.

Jim said he was working at the Work and Income (WINZ) office in Motueka when he was offered the chaplain opportunity in 1995 from Workplace Support, which is part of the Inter-Church Trade and Industry Mission.

He initially declined, but upon completing its training programme, he never looked back.

“I always had an interest in helping people from previous training that I had in various jobs and knowledge to some degree of how to deal with people in crisis,” he says.

“It became obvious that [a

chaplain] was the path I wanted to take and [WINZ] were extremely good in allowing me to work part time and continue working as a chaplain at the companies that I went to.

“Eventually when I finally retired from WINZ [in 2003], I then devoted more of my time to my work as a chaplain.”

Jim, who is also a registered

marriage celebrant, says there had always been “very positive” outcomes for his clients who visited him at their workplaces to resolve their personal issues.

“It’s quite useful to have someone who’s there on site who they can talk to who’s not their husband, wife, or partner, or boss who is quite confiden-

It’s time to try the best comfort.

tial,” he says.

“Sometimes they need to talk to someone who is not directly involved with them, and we found that over the years that worked extremely well.

Jim says the success comes from the personality that you have and the ability to get on with people, whoever they are.

“Once they get to know you, they then feel confident that they can talk to you about anything.”

Jim says his retirement as a chaplain was marked at Nelson Fire Station with the unveiling of a plaque to honour his years of service to the organisation, and a morning tea at ITM Frame and Truss in Richmond.

“There were some very positive words form some of the guys that worked there about how much they appreciated my time, and that I would be missed,” he says.

The 85-year-old says while he still had the energy to continue as a chaplain, he now wished to spend more time with his partner, Sue.

He will also spend time visiting family in Christchurch, and focusing on his small market garden business in Motueka.

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Billion dollar hospital development to start construction in 2026

A $1.1 billion redevelopment of Nelson Hospital is scheduled to occur over the next ten years, the Government announced on Friday.

Minister of Health Ayesha Verrall says the first tranche, worth $73 million, would provide funding for a detailed business case to be developed and allow enabling works, including earthworks, to begin. Construction is slated to begin in 2026.

In addition to plans for a new acute services and inpatient building, the redevelopment will feature 255 beds (up from 161), eight theatres (up from six), and a larger emergency department that meets Australasian standards and will allow better patient flow.

“The current building has significant issues. It’s hard to practically care for people in some of the spaces and it means also that the capacity is constrained,” Verrall says.

“The people of Nelson deserve a modern, fit-for-purpose hospital.” Previous ministerial assurances were given that the hospital redevelopment would begin this parliamentary term.

The delay until 2026 has been attributed to ensuring the hospital’s redevelopment accurately addressed the needs of the region and, according to Verrall, has resulted in plans for a “larger-than-initially-planned hospital”.

Jim Maguire served 19 of his 28 years as a chaplain at Nelson Fire Station. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Making a home for the monarch butterfly

FIONA NELSON

Dave Milner has been busy preparing a special place for the monarch butterfly to nest at his home in Kaiteriteri.

Dave and his wife Raewyn have been living at Bethany Park for seven years and he had noticed that he hadn’t seen any monarch butterflies around.

“There are some in and around Nelson and occasionally in

Motueka, but not here,” he says.

“For that reason, I decided to get some plants for them to nest in.

“I had bought some plants with caterpillars, but they were taken by paper wasps.

Dave says he has read that if there were enough monarch butterflies, they would counteract the paper wasp.

So, over a couple of weeks, he built a small house with shade cloth in his garden, and in it has

been growing numerous milkweed – better known as swan plants - the preferred host for the monarch.

“I will get some eggs or chrysalises for the plants from Tāhunanui and look after them until they become butterflies. Then I’ll release them.”

Monarch butterflies are the most identifiable butterfly in New Zealand and are considered native due to establishing themselves

here, having been first recorded in the country in the mid-1800s.

Internationally, they are considered endangered, and surveys

undertaken by Moths and Butterflies of New Zealand Trust show that their numbers may be in decline in New Zealand.

As well as preparing his butterfly nesting house, Dave has been propagating four species of milkweed and has raised more than two hundred seedlings. He says he will both sell and give-away to people wanting to attract the monarch into their gardens.

Dave Milner in his newly-built house for the monarch butterfly.

Photo: Fiona Nelson.

Active Aging Expo coming to Motueka

An Active Ageing Expo is coming to Motueka this October.

As there has been no Positive Aging Expo in Richmond this year, Tasman District Council has been able to offer support to provide a Motueka-specific expo to celebrate this year’s International Year of the Older Person.

The expo will take place on Sunday, 1 October from 10am - 3.30pm at the Motueka Over Fifties Hub at 10 Pah St, behind the old library.

“I think you will agree that the modern older person is much more active physically, mentally and socially these days, and their needs are changing,” says co-organiser of the expo, Mary Nicholls.

There will be over 32 sites as well as outside activities and experiences, including rides, demonstrations,

and food stalls.

The expo will allow people to discover what events, services, activities, businesses, and groups there are in the Motueka area that could meet a need, dream, or adventure in areas of strength, health and functional fitness, experiences, education, safety, and support.

Mary says it is an opportunity to “tick off an item or add an item to your bucket list” or even use your skills and knowledge to support a community group.

Maybe it is winning a raffle for an exhilarating adventure activity, having fun with learning crochet, Rummiecub or bowls, or ride in a special vehicle.

“We are sure there will be something for everyone,” says Mary. “So, mark it in your diary for 1 October.”

Golden Bay Community Board Discretionary Fund

A combined policy for how discretionary funding is allocated through the Motueka and Golden Bay Community Boards has now been established.

Both boards receive council funding, primarily from a targeted rate.

Part of the funding is allocated to the Boards’ Discretionary Fund, which provides low-level funding towards projects, events and initiatives that would not gain direct Council funding.

For some time, only the Motueka Community Board used a Discretionary Fund but now both boards have funds, so is considered appropriate to have a combined Council policy.

Schools join carton collection drive

FIONA NELSON

Local schools are getting on board with a new way to reduce waste which is seeing food and beverage cartons turned into building materials.

Ricarda Scherschel and Merv Hall from Weka Peckers Recycling became a voluntary drop-off location for food and beverage cartons like the Tetra Pak, in May.

several loads dropped off by local eateries and say it has now spread to local learning institutes.

Ricarda says MoTec and Motueka High School’s environment group are helping to spread the word and collect cartons.

our locked gates.”

Processing, storing and baling the cartons at Weka Peckers comes at a cost, and Ricarda and Merv are hoping that community members will volunteer to help with the sorting.

The combined policy includes generic criteria applicable to both Community Boards for the allocation of the funds, as well as specific criteria requested by each board.

This aims to provide fairness of distribution while bringing the system into line with Finance and Revenue Policy. Applications are open all year, with decisions made at each board meeting.

There is a maximum of $500 for project applications for the Golden Bay Community Board which must be completed within six months of receiving funding, and $700 for the Motueka Community Board which must be completed within 12 months of receiving funding.

Tasman Kerbside Recycling to be paused

Tasman District Council’s Materials Recovery Centre at Beach Road in Richmond is shutting down for heavy maintenance work for two weeks.

All kerbside recycling in Tasman will stop from Monday 7 August and resume two weeks later, on Monday 21 August. Council rubbish bags will be collected as normal, but trucks may be earlier than normal, so please have them out by 7.00 am.

Please hold on to recycling until the next collection week or take it to your nearest resource recovery centre free of charge.

Since doing so, they have seen a steady and growing flow of cartons being dropped off and are now in the process of setting up a baler which will enable the cartons to be sent directly to saveBOARD in Hamilton.

saveBOARD turns the waste products into low carbon wall linings, ceiling tiles and other building materials.

“saveBOARD has initiated a fantastic business which shows how a circular business can work with a day-to-day waste product,” Ricarda says.

“Community members can now bring their opened and clean food and beverage cartons to us here at Weka Peckers.”

Ricarda and Merv have seen

MoTec have started a competition, recording the number of cartons brought in by students from 13 local schools, averaging the amount per person. At the end of the year there will be a prize for the school which has brought in the most cartons.

Together with Grassroots Recycling in Nelson, Weka Peckers is one of only two collection points in the Top of the South Island.

Ricarda stresses that it is important for the cartons to be prepared correctly - cut open with lids on, cleaned and stacked flat so they can be stored until there are enough to bale and then sent off to Hamilton.

“If they are just rinsed and not cut open, they cannot be processed properly and will still need to go to landfill,” she says. “Please do not leave a stack of just rinsed cartons at

They say there has already been interest from residents in Golden Bay who want to collect the cartons.

“If someone is coming over to Motueka from Golden Bay with an empty trailer or just an empty boot, then they could call in on their way and drop off a load of the opened and cleaned food and beverage cartons to us,” Merv says.

“Dropping a box full of cleaned, cut and flattened juice containers or other food and beverage cartons in to us instead of putting them in the rubbish bin will mean you’re doing your bit to kick start the circular economy.”

Weka Peckers will also stock the different products offered by saveBOARD to be ordered and purchased, a truly circular initiative for Tasman.Cleaned, washed and cut cartons can be dropped to Weka Peckers, 97 Robinson Rd, Tuesday- Sunday, 9am-4pm.

Year 8 Mahana School students Dakota Archibald, Sienna Archibald, Lola Pratt and Yas Webb with collected food and beverage containers for recycling. Photo: Fiona Nelson.

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Riwaka Co-governance meeting

It “would have been better” if Grace Turner (letters, 26 July) had stopped to talk to the people protesting Batchelor’s racist meeting at Riwaka Hall. She would have discovered that they weren’t in the “warm hall” because security was stop ping Māori people from entering be cause Batchelor hates being challenged.

If Grace had stopped to talk, she could have experienced the passion, intelli gence and aroha, and heard a message of inclusion, justice and truth. She could have heard how honoring the commit ments of Te Tiriti isn’t the imaginary “threat” of Batchelor’s four-hour rant but the just path to a better, more equitable, more inclusive Aotearoa; that “co-gover nance” isn’t the “takeover” of Batchelor’s racist invention, but simply a sensible, respectful manifestation of the commit ments of Te Tiriti – and already common in governance throughout Aotearoa. Batchelor, of course, isn’t interested in “informing” his audiences. He wants to frighten them with racist fantasies and fake history. He bombards them with fear for four hours because he wants their money.

So, we didn’t join the 30 or so people in the Riwaka Hall (not close to “full”) that night. We rather joined the 50 outside and stood with our neighbours against racism and for aroha; with our whānau against lies and for knowledge and truth; with our community to celebrate the unique and honourable relationship we

have under Te Tiriti. I would hope the people of Tasman stand with us.

Ron Kjestrup

Recently, I celebrated Matariki with beloved friends, family and community... what a wonderful time of remembrance, celebration, learning about Te Ao Māori we have created.

I can’t wait until next year...it can only get bigger and better. I have also attended three Stop CoGovernance hui in our region: The Honest Lawyer, Hope and Riuwaka. I have been inside and listened to what Julian Batchelor has to say (as a

Pākehā of a certain age, I was not questioned at the door). I have been on his website and watched some of the livestreams. I don’t think that there is a majority in our locality who would agree with his presentation. However, it is sobering to see the number of people keen to attend to hear ‘the truth’ about Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty) and supporting his rhetoric. Julian Batchelor is peddling a particularly toxic snakeoil. He claims that Māori WILL be running Aotearoa (NZ) by 2040. He says that WHEN this happens, Aotearoa NZ will become the “Zimba-

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bwe of the Pacific”....all systems will collapse and “NZ will not survive this”.

He feeds off the fears of people who are uninformed about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, do not understand documents like He Puapua, nor Co-Governance, and picks the scab off a level of racism that is saddening to behold.

It is not difficult to become properly informed on these issues. By all means, attend these meetings and find out what they’re about. But be aware of who is peddling lies and discontent, question why they would do that, and look at who his supporters are.

Katie O’Donnell

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Join the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club and take part in this year’s competition

If you're an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys being surrounded by nature and you have a passion for hunting and fishing, the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club is the ultimate destination for you. Nestled in the heart of Riwaka, this well-established club offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, explore breath-taking landscapes, and participate in the much-anticipated Riwaka Hunting and Fishing

Competition. As of this year, membership in the club is mandatory to enter the competition, making it the perfect time to join and embark on an unforgettable journey.

The Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club is more than just a group of people with shared interests. It's a closeknit community that welcomes newcomers with open arms. As a member, you'll have the chance to forge lasting friendships, learn from

experienced hunters and anglers, and share your own knowledge and experiences with others. The camaraderie and friendship within the club is unmatched, they are a great bunch of locals who work hard to create an environment where everyone feels at home.

“We are really looking forward to this year’s competition, it’s great to get together with other like-minded people to enjoy our favourite pastime, as well as raising funds for our valuable local community groups and organisations. This year’s competition will be a little

bit different, participants are required to join the club if they wish to compete, as the event will be a member-only weigh in.” Let’s find out more about the advantages of being a Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club Member.

Benefits, expert guidance and outstanding club events

As a club member, you get to use the club chiller by paying a small bond for a key. You can go away on prearranged subsidised hunting and fishing trips. You gain exclusive access

Weighing in a possum, it’s wonderful that our local hunters are dedicated to pest control.

RIWAKA HUNTING AND FISHING COMPETITION

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to a range of benefits that will both enhance and improve your hunting and fishing experience.

to a range of benefits that will both enhance and improve your hunting and fishing experience.

The club prides itself on bringing together like-minded people and giving them the opportunity to not only grow and improve their abilities but also the contents of their freezers. Beyond the hunting and fishing adventures, the club organises a variety of social events and gatherings throughout the year. From BBQs and picnics and campfire nights, there's always something happening. These events provide an opportunity to unwind, make memories and bring people and families together.

The club prides itself on bringing together like-minded people and giving them the opportunity to not only grow and improve their abilities but also the contents of their freezers. Beyond the hunting and fishing adventures, the club organises a variety of social events and gatherings throughout the year. From BBQs and picnics and campfire nights, there's always something happening. These events provide an opportunity to unwind, make memories and bring people and families together.

Conservation and community support

Conservation and community support

At the core of the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club's ethos lies a commitment to conservation, sustainability and local support. The club participates in environmental initiatives, wildlife preservation, and responsible fishing practices. They also raise a great deal of funds for local community groups and organisations. Donations from their last competition were given to Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter, Motueka High School, Search & Rescue Motueka, Coastguard Nelson, Nelson Marlborough Marine Radio and Riwaka JAB Rugby.

At the core of the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club's ethos lies a commitment to conservation, sustainability and local support. The club participates in environmental initiatives, wildlife preservation, and responsible fishing practices. They also raise a great deal of funds for local community groups and organisations. Donations from their last competition were given to Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter, Motueka High School, Search & Rescue Motueka, Coastguard Nelson, Nelson Marlborough Marine Radio and Riwaka JAB Rugby.

How to become a member?

How to become a member?

To join the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club or learn more about

To join the Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club or learn more about

their upcoming events contact Tony Riordan, Club President.

their upcoming events contact Tony

Riordan, Club President.

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The Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Competition

The Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Competition

This year’s competition is set to take place on Sunday the 13th of August, mark the date on your calendar, you won’t want to miss it. Everyone is invited to come and

This year’s competition is set to take place on Sunday the 13th of August, mark the date on your calendar, you won’t want to miss it.

Everyone is invited to come and

And yes, there are many prizes and rewards up for grabs. Prizes are presented to club members who have caught deer, pigs and fish. In the hunting and fishing subcategories, there are a number of other prizes on offer, too. Adults- Entry fee $10.00 paid on the day to weigh 1 to 2 entries in either fishing or hunting. You can weigh in more than two

And yes, there are many prizes and rewards up for grabs.

Prizes are presented to club members who have caught deer, pigs and fish. In the hunting and fishing subcategories, there are a number of other prizes on offer, too.

Adults- Entry fee $10.00 paid on the day to weigh 1 to 2 entries in either fishing or hunting. You can weigh in more than two

The competition is a great place to catch up with friends and share hunting tips, Jorja, Maggie, Lochie, Jody, Beau and Billie at the last competition.

The competition is a great place to catch up with friends and share hunting tips, Jorja, Maggie, Lochie, Jody, Beau and Billie at the last competition.

with the chance to win.

with the chance to win.

There is no restriction on distance in relation to where you choose to go - just as long as you are a Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club Member, and are back at the Riwaka Rugby Club for the prize-giving on Sunday the 13th August from 12pm – 2pm to weigh in your catch.

There is no restriction on distance in relation to where you choose to go - just as long as you are a Riwaka Hunting and Fishing Club Member, and are back at the Riwaka Rugby Club for the prize-giving on Sunday the 13th August from 12pm – 2pm to weigh in your catch.

enjoy the event, but unlike other years, competitors will need to be a club member to enter.

enjoy the event, but unlike other years, competitors will need to be a club member to enter.

It’s the ultimate in family entertainment as well as a way to show the youngsters where their food comes from. One doesn’t have to hunt or fish to enjoy the event.

It’s the ultimate in family entertainment as well as a way to show the youngsters where their food comes from. One doesn’t have to hunt or fish to enjoy the event.

The competition officially launches at 12.01am on Friday 11th August.

The competition officially launches at 12.01am on Friday 11th August.

but it will cost another $10.00 per additional entry.

but it will cost another $10.00 per additional entry.

Junior prizes are also up for grabs for those 13 yrs and under, no entry fee required.

Junior prizes are also up for grabs for those 13 yrs and under, no entry fee required.

The competition rules are simple: Turn up on the day with your catch, pay a $10.00 fee to weigh in two animals or fish and you’re in

The competition rules are simple: Turn up on the day with your catch, pay a $10.00 fee to weigh in two animals or fish and you’re in

Every hunter and fisher has their favourite spot and most will have plotted their course in advance - not that they’d tell

Every hunter and fisher has their favourite spot and most will have plotted their course in advance - not that they’d tell

anyone the exact location! Grab the kids and enjoy some family fun and let them experience some of our usual games on the day. Rumbling tummies can be satisfied by the selection of food on offer including hamburgers, hot chips and sausages. Drinks will also be available from the clubrooms. . Get onboard and get involved by contacting Tony Riordan at trbuilders@farmside.co.nz or on 0274834585.

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An impressive-looking kingfish.

An impressive-looking kingfish.

Unlocking opportunities and building pathways: Motueka High School's Connections Event

Are you a Motueka High School student eagerly preparing for your future, but feeling uncertain about your career path? Are you a parent wanting the best opportunities for your child's success after high school? Look no further! On Thursday, 10th August 2023, Motueka High School (MHS) is hosting its "Connections" event alongside their subject selection evening.

The inspiration for this emerged from a similar event held by the Careers Department last September. Amy Dalton, Head of Careers at MHS, and the Senior Leadership Team recognised the value in connecting students with local businesses/industries, training providers, and youthfriendly services. Witnessing the positive impact it had on students' career aspirations, they decided to host another instalment this year.

Knowledge and opportunities

The primary purpose of the "Connections" event is to enable students and their families to engage in meaningful discussions about subject selections for the year 2024. Making informed choices about subjects aligning with their career interests is a crucial aspect of setting the stage

for a successful career journey. The true essence of this event lies in the opportunity to connect with local employers, industries, training providers, and services.

Students will gain invaluable insights into local career paths and industries directly from the professionals themselves. This event serves as a bridge

between academic learning and applications, linking real-world practicality with the relevance of their studies.

Pathways beyond school

It can be daunting for our high school students to envision their life beyond school, especially with the count-

Motueka High School students and their families are encouraged to attend this year’s Careers Expo and discover a wide variety of career pathways.

less possibilities and directions to choose from.

The "Connections" event is designed to make the most of the range of opportunities available to our local youth. By facilitating discussions and interactions with a diverse group of professionals, the event nurtures both a sense of direction and a purpose in students' minds, helping them establish meaningful connections between their learning at school and the pathways they can embark upon when they leave MHS.

The event boasts an impressive lineup of local businesses, industries, and providers, including Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, NZ Defence Force, Nelson Technical Institute, Nelson Aviation College and many more.

These places present a myriad of educational and career opportunities, offering students a glimpse into on-the-job training, higher education, vocational training, and career paths.

Youth-friendly services

The event doesn't stop at merely showcasing potential employers and providers. It extends its reach to encompass various youth-friend-

ly services such as Youth Service, YES (Youth Employment Success), Workbridge, Studylink, Careful Kiwi Driving, and the Electoral Commission; whose services provide crucial support and guidance for young individuals navigating their way into adulthood.

Mark your calendars

The event will take place in the Motueka High School Hall next Thursday from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. However, for those seeking further advice and guidance with subject selection for 2024, school staff will be available until 6:30 pm to assist any queries students and their families may have.

Accessing Career Advice Online

For students, parents, and alumni seeking career advice and guidance beyond the "Connections" event, MHS has established a helpful website dedicated to careers advice. This online resource, available at https://motueka.careerwise.school/, serves as a digital compass to navi-

gate through various career options, educational pathways, and invaluable tips for career success.

Join Us for a Brighter Future

The "Connections" event on Thursday, 10th August 2023, is for all students of Motueka High School. Parents are encouraged to attend alongside their young person, as it is a collective effort that will empower the youth to build a brighter future for themselves and their community.

Remember, knowledge and connections are the keys that unlock doors to opportunity. Together, we will pave the way for a generation of ambitious, talented, and well-prepared individuals ready to conquer the world and lift up our local community. See you there!

If any local businesses or industries would like to be part of this event in the future, please email amy. dalton@motuekahigh.school.nz

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Motueka Lioness Lions Club

Motueka Lioness Lions Club

A Legacy of Service Comes to a Close after 39 Years

A Legacy of Service Comes to a Close after 39 Years

With deep regret and fond memories, the Motueka Lioness Lions Club has officially come to a close as of June 30, 2023. As one of the longestserving service clubs in Motueka, their motto, "we serve," has been at the heart of their dedicated service to the community for nearly four decades, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many.

With deep regret and fond memories, the Motueka Lioness Lions Club has officially come to a close as of June 30, 2023. As one of the longestserving service clubs in Motueka, their motto, "we serve," has been at the heart of their dedicated service to the community for nearly four decades, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many.

Over the years the Motueka Lioness Lions Club has made significant contributions to the community, totalling over half a million dollars in donations and services. Their very first act of giving was a donation to St. John's for a suction pump, and from that point onwards, they continued raising funds for various charitable causes.

Over the years the Motueka Lioness Lions Club has made significant contributions to the community, totalling over half a million dollars in donations and services. Their very first act of giving was a donation to St. John's for a suction pump, and from that point onwards, they continued raising funds for various charitable causes.

One of their most significant contributions was a $100,000 donation to the Jack Inglis Community Hospital, achieved through a joint effort with the Lions Club, and they proudly put their name on a room in the hospital to commemorate the occasion. Another notable project involved raising over $50,000 for the construction of a swimming pool for Motueka, with the Lions Club graciously tak-

One of their most significant contributions was a $100,000 donation to the Jack Inglis Community Hospital, achieved through a joint effort with the Lions Club, and they proudly put their name on a room in the hospital to commemorate the occasion. Another notable project involved raising over $50,000 for the construction of a swimming pool for Motueka, with the Lions Club graciously tak-

ing over the responsibility of managing this investment as the Lioness Club concluded its operations.

ing over the responsibility of managing this investment as the Lioness Club concluded its operations.

Throughout their existence, the Motueka Lionesses generously supported numerous organisations and causes, including the Salvation Army, Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter, Motueka RDA, Nelson Tasman Hospice, and various youth-related initia-

Throughout their existence, the Motueka Lionesses generously supported numerous organisations and causes, including the Salvation Army, Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter, Motueka RDA, Nelson Tasman Hospice, and various youth-related initia-

tives. None of these impactful donations would have been possible without the generous support of the Motueka public, to whom the Lioness Club extends heartfelt gratitude. The club's dedication extended beyond fundraising.

tives. None of these impactful donations would have been possible without the generous support of the Motueka public, to whom the Lioness Club extends heartfelt gratitude.

The club's dedication extended beyond fundraising.

They took on numerous projects, organising events such as a bridal gown show, publishing the local telephone directory, hosting the annual Mid-Winter Polar Swim and Duck Race at Kaiteriteri (which was later handed over to Riwaka School), and creating Bookarama (eventually handed to Tasman Christian School). They also held countless jam stalls and catered events to raise funds for their charitable endeavours.

They took on numerous projects, organising events such as a bridal gown show, publishing the local telephone directory, hosting the annual Mid-Winter Polar Swim and Duck Race at Kaiteriteri (which was later handed over to Riwaka School), and creating Bookarama (eventually handed to Tasman Christian School). They also held countless jam stalls and catered events to raise funds for their charitable endeavours.

Additionally, the Lioness members baked for the elderly and conducted raffles to support other charities, showcasing their commitment to serving the community in various meaningful ways.

Additionally, the Lioness members baked for the elderly and conducted raffles to support other charities, showcasing their commitment to serving the community in various meaningful ways.

Founded on August 11, 1984, Motueka Lioness Club started with an

Founded on August 11, 1984, Motueka Lioness Club started with an

initial membership of 34 dedicated individuals. Over time, the club experienced the challenges of aging members and the sorrow of losing some dear friends. Unfortunately, the lack of interest from new and younger members also contributed to the decision to close the club's operations. Nonetheless, the club's spirit remains strong as the remaining ten members continue to cherish the bonds of friendship they have forged through the years of service.

initial membership of 34 dedicated individuals. Over time, the club experienced the challenges of aging members and the sorrow of losing some dear friends.

Unfortunately, the lack of interest from new and younger members also contributed to the decision to close the club's operations. Nonetheless, the club's spirit remains strong as the remaining ten members continue to cherish the bonds of friendship they have forged through the years of service.

The club found joy in social activities, celebrating birthdays together, visiting other Lioness Clubs as far afield as Geraldine, and taking an annual trip to Hanmer.

The club found joy in social activities, celebrating birthdays together, visiting other Lioness Clubs as far afield as Geraldine, and taking an annual trip to Hanmer.

Many enjoyable moments were shared over lunches, morning teas, and dinners, often combined with the local Lions Club, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and community spirit.

Many enjoyable moments were shared over lunches, morning teas, and dinners, often combined with the local Lions Club, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and community spirit.

Even though the Lioness Club is officially closing, they are not bid ding farewell to each other or their

Even though the Lioness Club is officially closing, they are not bidding farewell to each other or their values. They have decided to

continue meeting as a social club, cherishing the friendships they have cultivated and the memories they have shared. The dedication to their community will live on in their hearts.

continue meeting as a social club, cherishing the friendships they have cultivated and the memories they have shared. The dedication to their community will live on in their hearts.

As a final reminder of their commitment to making a difference, the Lioness Club will continue to collect wine bottle tops and spectacle glasses.

As a final reminder of their commitment to making a difference, the Lioness Club will continue to collect wine bottle tops and spectacle glasses.

They request the community to keep contributing these items, just as they did before, ensuring that the spirit of service endures even after the club's formal conclusion. In celebration of the club's remarkable journey and to reunite with past members, all ex-Lioness are cordially invited to an afternoon tea at the Motueka Memorial RSA on Thursday, August 24, at 1.30 pm.

They request the community to keep contributing these items, just as they did before, ensuring that the spirit of service endures even after the club's formal conclusion.

In celebration of the club's remarkable journey and to reunite with past members, all ex-Lioness are cordially invited to an afternoon tea at the Motueka Memorial RSA on Thursday, August 24, at 1.30 pm. Please confirm your attendance by contacting Barbara Wilson at 03 528 8233 or Judy Simpson at 03 528 8836 (both with answer phones) by August 17. The Lioness Club eagerly awaits this special event, hoping to cherish the memories and friendships once more.

The Motueka Lioness Club has come to the end of an era, here are some of their dedicated members who gathered at Mrs Smith’s in Riwaka last Friday. Barbara Wilson, June Simpson, Glenis Leppien, Alice Milligan, Carol Butler and Penny Bloise.

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The Motueka Lioness Club has come to the end of an era, here are some of their dedicated members who gathered at Mrs Smith’s in Riwaka last Friday. Barbara Wilson, June Simpson, Glenis Leppien, Alice Milligan, Carol Butler and Penny Bloise.

Motueka Lioness Lions Club

Calling all ex-Lioness members!

Join us for a heart-warming afternoon tea as we celebrate our club's extraordinary journey and joyfully reunite with old friends.

You're invited to the Motueka Memorial RSA on Thursday, August 24, at 1.30 pm for a delightful gathering filled with memories and laughter.

Rangi the cuddly bear pours over albums full of memories. Named after Rangiora where she was discovered at an op shop while club members were there for a forum., local readers will have seen Rangi promoting many Lioness events over the years. Her uniform was lovingly hand-sewn by a club member.

RSVP your attendance now by reaching out to Barbara Wilson at 03 528 8233 or Judy Simpson at 03 528 8836 (both equipped with answer phones) before August 17. Let's cherish the moments and create new memories together!

To our beloved Motueka Community,

With heartfelt gratitude, the Motueka Lionesses express our sincerest thanks for your unwavering support over the past four decades. As we reach the end of our journey, your generosity has left an indelible mark on our souls and our community.

Your love and kindness have been the driving force behind our dedicated service. Through your contributions, we were able to support numerous organisations, community groups, and local projects that enriched countless lives. The impact of our collective efforts reaches far and wide, and we are proud to have

Motueka Lioness Lions Club

served this wonderful community with all our hearts.

Your unwavering support has been a constant source of inspiration, igniting our passion to give back and make a difference.

The friendships and camaraderie we've forged during social gatherings and events have brought immense joy and comfort. Each shared moment has left lasting memories etched into our hearts.

As we bid farewell to our

To our dear exLionesses, we warmly invite you to join us for an afternoon tea at the Motueka Memorial RSA. Let us celebrate the incredible journey we've shared, relive stories that have woven our lives together, and embrace the timeless bond we hold.

Your unwavering support and compassion have moved us beyond words. Your belief in us has fuelled our desire to serve with greater love and dedication. Every

Dressed in their gym frocks, the Motueka Lionesses at the “Polar Blast” in 1995. Their annual mid-winter swim and duck race proved so popular they eventually handed it over to Riwaka School where it became and continues to be the school's main fund-raising event.

Sam steps up for Rangatahi

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Born and bred local lad Sam Hedges will step out of his comfort zone and take to the ring as the main card in Saturday’s Fight for Rangatahi at the Motueka Recreation Centre.

He will meet Te Kaha-born Sam Cassidy for three two-minute rounds in front of a crowd of roughly 800.

With 16 fights on the cards, the five-hour event will mark the return of large-scale boxing for the region.

Sam says fighting in front of his hometown makes his first fight in front of a crowd special, but to be named as the main fight is an honour.

The 34-year-old is a sea-

soned league player, representing both Tasman and the West Coast at premier level before hanging up his league jersey in 2021.

It was then that he joined Motueka’s Ahikaa Boxing.

“Mental health has been the biggest motivator to get into boxing and I hope, being someone who battles mental health daily, that by getting in the ring it may inspire someone who’s struggling to come forward and reach out for support,” Sam says. He says the home crowd has given him extra motivation ahead of Saturday’s bout.

“I’ve been training twice most days, so I’ve really dedicated a lot and sacrificed a lot. Losing’s not really come into the equa-

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tion.”

Co-organiser Randall Dixon says the support for the event has been “unreal”.

They are expecting a sell-out crowd, with clubs from Christchurch and Auckland bringing in boxers for the event.

“I’ve done a few of these events over the last 20 years, but this is by far the best one so far in terms of support and ticket sales.

I’m looking forward to it.”

Sam says he’s not feeling nervous, more confident.

“I trust my ability in the ring, I’ve worked hard to get to where I am. I’m going out there to fight a good fight.”

Tickets can be purchased from Eventbrite.

Ethan Woods from Motueka has been selected to represent New Zealand for cross-country mountainbiking at the UCI World Championships in Scotland this month. He will be the only junior man racing for New Zealand at the competition. His race is on Thursday, 10 August and he is currently in France training at altitude.

A significant contingent of 31 New Zealand riders will contest mountainbiking events at the historic championships in and around Glasgow.

The riders will contest downhill at the famed Fort William course in the Nevis Ranges nearly 200 kms north-west of Glasgow from 3 - 5 August, with the

cross-country marathon on 6 August at Glentress Forest near Peebles in the Scottish Borders, around 100kms south-east of Glasgow.

The cross-country titles will be decided at the same

venue from 8 - 12 August.

Ethan has had a great season riding for Team Talley’s - Kiwi MTB Collective this year moving up to be ranked 28th in the world currently.

Sam Hedges had been named as the main card for Saturday night’s Fight for Rangatahi. Photo: Supplied.

Ethan Woods descending in a recent race held in Graz, Austria. Photo: Bonny Lawrence.

NBS Motueka Golf Club

Saturday 22 July was the monthly New World Mug Medal round for the men Best Gross

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3rd Becky Gammon and Donna Mitchell Net 65

Lower Moutere closest to the pi

Ladies Becky Gammon Men Peter Cederman

Twos Becky Gammon, Jean Hodson, Peter Neil, Andrew Tasker, Ian Rowling,Tyler Cederman, Bob Ilton

hard in Saturday’s one-point loss with two late tries almost pulling off an incredible win.

Riwaka win epic derby semi-final

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Net 76

Ladies 9 Holes 25 July par round

to go didn’t faze Huia, who showed plenty of fight to score two late tries to bring them within a point of the hosts. The win means Riwaka will travel to Greenmeadows this Saturday to take on Stoke, a repeat of last year’s final, that Stoke won 30-26.

Div 3

1st Marian Schirmer Net 70

2nd Larry Moses Net 73

3rd Brian Miller Net 73

Div 4

1st Keith Dowie Net 71

2nd Felipe Meza Net 74

3rd Barry Riordan Net 75

Mug Medal Winner Bernard Walsh Net 70 after a putt off with Marian Schirmer

Ladies played 4BBB

1st Shirlene Miller and Jean Hodson Net 64

2nd Janis Webster and Jan Overall Net 65

1st Trish Harris-Virgin +1

2nd Meredith Rayner all square

3rd Raeleen Donaldson all square

4th Pam York all square

Mixed Veterans 26 July Men

1st Peter Tudberry 37

2nd John Hills 36

3rd Kevin Beach 36

4th Peter Harman 35

Ladies

1st Yvonne Stevenson 35

2nd Penny Vincent 34

3rd Jan Overall 34

4th Korrin Black 33

Stoke earned their spot in the final with a 38-12 win over Collingwood and while they are the competition’s defending champions, Riwaka beat them just three weeks ago and will be confident of bringing silverware back to Cooks Reserve.

Stephen says playing Stoke will be a fitting final.

“Stoke’s always a good game. Playing over there is going to be hard but we’ll give it our all.”

Riwaka coach Joe Lepaio-Wineera backed up those sentiments. “I’m happy we have another crack [at a championship], this time I want to go one better.”

Joe says the season has had its

Riwaka celebrate a second half try at Cooks Reserve.

challenges but he’s really proud of the way they’re finishing the season.

“The work that we’ve put in over the past two weeks is coming together for us. It hasn’t always been easy, we’ve had a lot players leave

as their work finished but luckily a couple of local guys came back into the fold. I also brought James May back and he’s like 38 but he’s been really good for our team and our culture.”

He says the way the community came together to show their support meant a lot to the team.

“It’s been awesome, the support. I didn’t quite realise there were going to be so many balloons and signs, but it shows the support we have.”

Joe says community rugby in the region is strong and he’s hoping to do it proud on Saturday.

“We’re really happy and proud to represent our community next week. We’re a bit sad that it had to be Huia that we beat but it shows that community rugby here is strong. Huia in a semi, us in a final and Kahurangi falling just short in their semi. It’s good.”

Division two rugby final: Riwaka v Stoke at Greenmeadows. Kick off 1.15pm.

Bernard Walsh winner of New World Mug Medal.

Photo: Trina Brereton/Shuttersport.

Huia fought

Above is Huia’s Kirimasi Douglas scoring. Photo: Chris Symes/Shuttersport.

Motueka Netball representative teams headed over the hill for the annual Motueka - Golden Bay Representative Tournament on Sunday. The fixture, that has run annually since the late 60s, is one that both centres look forward to each year. The only few times has it not been held were due to Covid or snow on the Tākaka Hill. The games were clean and friendly with a healthy dose of rivalry. Players say the support from both Tākaka and Motueka spectators was awesome. Results: U14: GB won 26-22, U16/17: Motueka won 21-18, U18/U19: GB won 2625, Seniors: GB won 39-29. Pictured is the Motueka Senior team. Photo: Supplied.

Football club thriving

With the football season finishing on 2 September, Motueka AFC would like to thank the sponsors that have helped make senior football a success this year.

With the continuing support of these businesses, the financial side of running a community club is lightened.

The old saying of ‘many hands make light work’ applies to this framework of support that the club receives each season.

This year saw a new naming sponsor, Motueka Garden Motels, along with

Green Acres and The Taste of Turkey.

The club supports senior players with a ‘player of the day’ kebab from Taste of Turkey and a complimentary drink from the Motueka Sprig and Fern at the after-match functions.

Football is a sport with passionate players and when teamed up with sponsors that are also passionate about football in Motueka, this energy grows and becomes a thriving organisation. To enquire about joining visit motuekafootball.co.nz

Football results for Saturday 29 July 2023

Green Acres Motueka 2nd XI 4 - Wakefield 0; Motueka Taste of Turkey Masters 6 - Bogans 0; Motueka U18 Wolves 2 – Mapua 4; Motueka Titans 0 - Suburbs FC Academy 4; Motueka Hawkes 2 - Richmond Eagles 2; Motueka Tigers 0 - Nelson Hurricanes 4; Motueka AFC Stormers 3 - Nelson Suburbs Lions 11; Motueka Stingers 4 - FC Suburbs Strikers 0 Motueka Garden Motels 1st XI, Motueka Angels and Motueka Wasps – no game.

WEEKLY CROSSWORD & SUDOKU

TWO-LEVEL TWO-LEVEL

Green Acres Motueka 2nd XI’s Sam Johnson fends off a Suburbs player.

Photo: Supplied.

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