Two of Nelson’s oldest organisations have formed a new partnership, with local banking institution NBS now a cornerstone sponsor of the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce.
Tony Cadigan, Chief Executive at NBS, sees an obvious synergy between the two organisations.
“NBS and the Chamber back local businesses with a shared wish to make a positive contribution to our community. We both have a history in the Nelson and Tasman regions stretching back more than 150 years and we are memberbased bodies”.
Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive, Ali Boswijk says the support of
NBS is crucial at such an unpredictable time. “Having the backing of a business that has been around as long as we have is reassuring, but also a reminder that over the last hundred years there would have been many economic and social challenges that would
have tested both these organisations and Covid won’t be the last. Supporting each other is the way forward, now more than ever.”
NBS has grown significantly during the past decade and during that time they have increasingly recognised there is a social responsibility to contribute to the community they are part of. Their success is based on providing a high level of personal client service, prod-
uct flexibility and local decision making. But a key part of what they do, what they’re proud of and what their clients value, is that they give back to their community through sponsorships of not-for-profit groups.
Ali says support of NBS, like other cornerstone sponsors, allows the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce to continue to support and advocate for local businesses.
The National Party is positive and rising to the challenges of being an effective opposition in the 53rd Parliament with a focus on success at the 2023 Election.
“Every sponsor we have is essentially, paying it forward. The support of organisations like NBS allows us in turn, to support other local businesses. That has a flow on effect to everyone in our community, and I think people get that. “
Ali paraphrases the current regional, “We’ve got this” campaign saying of the new NBS sponsorship, ‘We’ve got them. And proud of it’.
Speaking from her Parliament office in Wellington, National List MP Maureen Pugh and newly appointed Party Whip says the 21 and 22 November weekend’s packed AGM at Te Papa Tongarewa was an ideal realignment and ‘re-charging of the batteries’ for the party just ahead of the week’s opening of the 53rd Parliament.
Peter Goodfellowenters his eleventh year as Party President and former Agriculture Minister and Speaker of the House David Carter has been elected to the National Party Board; “David’s 21 years as an MP and Minister will bring invaluable experience to the role,” she says.
Maureen describes former Prime Minister John Key’s address as ‘inspiring and focussed’, with Leader Judith Collins’ message of unity and her reminder to listen being well accepted by the 600 delegates.
Dance Motueka is preparing to bring their biggest-ever production to stage with two epic performances this weekend.
One hundred pupils will be performing in Centre Stage 2020, ranging in age from 4-19 years.
Despite the difficult year for the dancers, with the disruptions caused by Covid, their resilience shone through and postlockdown intermediate and senior dancers went on to participate in dance exams through the New Zealand Association of Modern Dance and the Asia Pacific Dance Association in term 3.
“I was really proud of all of them. They were all successful with the majority of pupils achieving results in the high 80s and above,” says Dance Motueka’s Carrie Thomas.
With many competition cancellations earlier in the year, the dancers finally got their chance to travel to a Blenheim competition
in September. The competition, the first accessible competition after lockdown, attracted huge numbers and ran for five days.
Dance Motueka senior groups won all three sections for Tap, Jazz and Contemporary. “It was extremely exciting given the top level of competition from multiple Canterbury-based dance schools,” says Carrie.
A small number of Dance Motueka pupils attended the New Zealand Dance Awards held in Christchurch during October, with some achieving “fantastic” results. Zara Fox, Jorgia Troughton and Francesca Palmer all won items in their solo sections and age categories.
Zara Fox, Georgina Palmer and Grace Roberts have also gained individual nominations to attend the Performing Arts Competition of New Zealand where they’ll showcase their tap dancing prowess. A
Dance Motueka group are also nominated for the troupe section at the event.
With all this talent, spectators at this weekend’s shows will be treated to 30 items displaying a variety of dance styles including tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary and hip hop.
“We’ve been working on our show since the beginning of term 4 with our three teachers this year. Each class item will show the year’s work and
progress made,” says Carrie. “It’s always high energy and entertaining.”
With a number of senior students now in their 13th year of dance study under Dance Motueka, they are “polished and professional” in their approach. And with exciting growth among the intermediate dancers after many years of dedication and hard work the public can expect to be dazzled. While the young ones are always a crowd
favourite with their cuteness overload that is sure to bring many smiles.
Dance Motueka –Centre Stage 2020
Motueka Memorial Hall
Saturday,5 December 6pm & Sunday, 6 December 2pm
Tickets available from Whitwells Adult $12, Child $8, Family $35 – under 5’s Free Door sales subject to availability
When do you plan on putting up your Christmas tree?
From $39.00
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“I don’t put one up because I’ve got cats and they pull it down.”
“The week before Christmas.”
“My place is too small, no room for a tree.”
be enjoying everybody else’s instead.”
Once again the Crafty Tarts have come up trumps for the Motueka Community Christmas Dinner with their creative spin on the traditional Christmas cracker. Always
mindful of minimising waste and looking after our environment, the Christmas Dinner Committee and Crafty Tarts got their heads together and came up with an eco-friendly cracker design. Using
recycled materials for the crackers and hand made little gifts for the contents, this year’s crackers will add a colourful festive flavour to the table settings and go off with a very enviro-friendly pop. As
well, Crafty Tarts have made 200 festive fabric gift bags which will contain a sweet treat for each guest attending this year’s event at Memorial Hall. Be on the lookout for posters and flyers promoting
the event which will be around town very soon.
The Christmas Dinner Committee are very grateful for the fantastic support each year from our local Crafty Tarts.
Moira Siobhan has long worked with and been inspired by children of all ages, and now she has drawn on that inspiration to produce her first children’s book, Dilly Cooper Hat-Astrophe.
The short, fun chapter book targeted at 8-10 year-olds was released on Monday and on Thursday, 10 December will be launched at Motueka’s Library from 3.304.30pm. Published by Austin Macauley it is a humorous story for children following the character Dilly Cooper. Dilly likes to draw comics and is just trying to have a little fun while getting through school. It can be hard sometimes with her nemesis, Rose Thorn, living down the street with her equally obnoxious father and dog, Tidbits. Rose lives up to her name and is a continuous thorn in Dilly’s side, always getting her into trouble.
This is the first story of Dilly Cooper and her friends and at the launch children attending are encouraged to wear their favourite hats which will see
Moira Siobhan is launching her first children’s book at the Motueka Library next Thursday.
them in the draw to win a free, signed copy.
There will be light refreshments and a meet and greet at the start, at 4pm Moira will entertain with a short reading and answer any questions, before the draw around 4.20pm.
Cash sales of the book ($21 each) will be available and it
can be purchased through Amazon.com by searching ‘Dilly Cooper Hat-Astrophe’. Book launchDilly Cooper HatAstrophe. Motueka Library
Thursday, 10 3.304.30pm *Kids wear your favourite hat and go in the draw for a free, signed copy.
Local primary school bands cleaned up at the recent Bandquest competition held in Nelson for the ‘top of the south’ regional finals.
Each band had to play two songs and it was open to all schools up to year 8.
Ngatimoti School had three bands
perform on the night with Sugar Rush winning “best original song” and Kaisami Beatson taking home the ‘Rocking drummer’ award.
Nikau Henderson won ‘Best bass player’ with his band Among Us and Lexus Wilson ‘best keyboardist’ with her band Tooti Fruity. Music teacher Glenn
Bathgate says, “I wasn’t expecting any prizes as I thought we weren’t quite ready but we’re very happy with the results. It’s a nice ‘pat on the back’ for me but mainly a great confidence booster for all our musicians. We have a couple of 8-year-olds in the bands so it’s fantastic to compete with the
big Nelson schools as well. Everyone was fizzing on the night!”
Shut up Tobin from Riwaka School won 3rd place with guitarist Tobin Mackenzie taking home the ‘Rockstar styles’ award for the 2nd year running. See page 15.
Christmas Surprise Reads
2 - 24 December
Be inspired by these staff picks, enjoy discovering new authors.
Take & Make Christmas Tags Kit
1 - 22 December
Choose a free mini craft kit to take home, for Children and Adults. Email a photo of your creation to Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz
Textured Stitches Workshop
Thursday 3 December, 1pm - 3.30pm
Join Chris McGuigan to make a lavender bag featuring different stitches & beading. Bookings essential, ph. (03)528 1047 $20 for lesson & kit
Moira Siobhan’s Book Launch of “Hat-Astrophe”
Thursday, 10 December 3.30-4.30pm
Cash sales available, $21 each
*Kids wear your favourite hat to go in a draw to win a free book
Ray Salisbury’s “Tableland”
Book Talk
Thursday 10 December. 6pm - 7pm
Congratulations to our Japanese Trivia Champs who won the regional cup on Friday, 6 November.
The winning team from left: Seren Wiffen, William Dimery-Knight, Brooke Perry & Lexi Stringer.
Absent: Ai Takahashi who was the team’s outstanding manager and was a marking helper on the night.
“Tableland” is the story of explorers, graziers, miners, hunters and trampers. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear this local history story by a local author.
L.J Parsons Book Launch “The Slingshot Guy”
Monday 21 December, 6pm - 7pm
A supernatural, fast paced tale, the perfect Christmas gift. Cash sales $25
Art has long been recognised for its therapeutic qualities and at The Shed in Motueka it’s a highlyvalued hobby for those utilising the service.
And from next Monday, 7 December the public is invited to view and purchase items during their annual exhibition at The Shed on 24a Tudor Street. The Shed is grateful for the support and funding from the Tasman Creative Communities New Zealand scheme, which has helped enabled the exhibition.
The Shed, a day service for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the day in a supportive and caring environment, is a place where others walk alongside to support in people’s journeys to get well.
Taking care of your mental or emotional health is very important,” says The Shed’s Angie Carmichael.
“Mental health conditions are the same and should be talked about and treated just like any physical illness.
Treat yourself with kindness and respect, take care of your body. Be active, surround yourself with strong connections. Staying connected with people is important to everyone’s mental wellbeing. Practise good coping skills and learn to quiet your mind.
Remember mental ill-
ness does not define a person nor does it make them any less of a person.”
Pania Kanara began her Shed journey two years ago and is looking forward to showcasing her exquisitely hand-painted rocks at the exhibition.
“Painting rocks has developed into a near obsession and I’ve become quite good at it. It’s very mindful and I enjoy the relaxation of it. It gives me space to think and has helped me develop patience,” says Pania.
Within the supportive Shed environment
Pania has embarked on a Health and Wellbeing level four certificate.
While Michelle Christenson, who lives with a brain injury and epilepsy, says since joining The Shed she has delved back into her art and is relishing the support.
“Since going to The Shed I have been a part of the community and been meeting some really cool people and making some good friends. The Shed is a really great place, they have lots of different things that they do there, plus there are caring people who work there,” says Michelle.
Catch the exhibition at The Shed, 24a Tudor Street (look for the flag) December 7 – 13. 10am – 2pm
One of Tasman’s newest galleries, The Kanuka Glen Art Gallery, opened its doors recently with a stunning display of bird-themed works.
John Jepson, the talented artist behind the gallery, was always encouraged to express himself creatively as a youngster, but once he entered adulthood the busyness of life saw him put his artistic talents on the backburner.
It wasn’t until a few years ago upon perusing the Founders Christmas market where he was “blown away” by the variety of items people were making, he was inspired to once again unleash his talent.
“That very day I dashed home and started to make something,” says John.
With his passion for art reignited he grabbed the only supplies he could find; a sharpee pen, chalk
and a scrappy piece of pallet.
And there began a journey that sees John create authentic New Zealand bird art displayed on recycled timber.
“I like to think my art work has a very rustic and real feel to it. It breathes life in to old timber and creates a talking point for people who enjoy such things.
It celebrates New Zealand’s native birds in their many guises and characters,” says John.
Three years ago John made the decision to pursue his art fulltime, concentrating on New Zealand’s birds.
“Our last property at Ngatimoti had a beautiful glen of Kanuka trees. It was fascinating to watch the birds, their sounds and interactions with each other. It was a really special place.”
Now John’s looking to recreate that glen
on his Tasman property of just over two hectares of ex-forestry land.
“I’ve already put thousands of natives in, it’ll be great to bring all the birds in. I’m definitely a bit of a conservationist, I’m really passionate and excited about it,” says John.
Happy with the positive response his gallery has so far elicited, John says post-lockdown sales through his website and Facebook pages took off, so much so he’s had to pull back from market days.
“Covid really opened Kiwis eyes to what’s available right here in New Zealand.”
Visit The Kanuka Glen Art Gallery at 125 Williams Road just up the road from the Jester House Cafe.
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We all know this has been a very difficult year, it has been even more so for women and children who have had to stay at home, when home was not a safe place. With Christmas and holidays approaching fast, we would like to bring awareness to the fact that this time of year can be incredibly stressful and difficult for many in particular for those who experience family violence, grief and financial hardship.
In New Zealand, the police attend a domestic abuse incident every 4 minutes. Motueka Women’s Support Link have worked with many women in this situation since 1987.
Planning is the key, especially when there are different family groups involved or where parents of children are separated and there are access issues.
• Discuss social and family arrangements in advance and stick to the agreed plans. Make sure children get to spend quality time with both parents if there is shared custody.
• Spend only what you can afford. Work out what you need to buy for Christmas and what bills you need to cover and set that money aside.
• If you are finding the whole idea of Christmas too stressful, talk to a friend or someone else that you can trust.
• Think of the children’s wellbeing. Help them to grow up asso-
ciating Christmas with memories of love and kindness.
• Relax and spend some time in the outdoors, reconnecting yourself with nature.
• Go easy on the alcohol. Keep hydrated by drinking equal amounts of water or non-alcoholic drinks.
• Take timeout if an argument starts to brew. Take a deep breath, walk away and let everyone calm down and if necessary sober up.
• If you have real concerns for your safety or the safety of your children, please contact the police.
For those of you in
our community who have the means and the desire, Motueka Women’s Support Link would very much welcome your generosity. We have clients who would greatly benefit from any gift/donations you are willing to contribute.
Supermarket, Petrol, Pharmacy and Warehouse vouchers are particularly helpful. If you wish to make a cash donation our bank account number is 03-0693-013253100. Please send us your contact details via email to admin@mwsl. org.nz so we can issue you with a tax deductible receipt.
Motueka Women’s Support Link office in Community House will close 2pm Wednesday, 23 December 2020 and reopen Tuesday, 4 January 2021.
The crisis phone line will be staffed by volunteers over the holiday period: (03) 528 8161.
Local builders, R Fry Builders Limited, was winner of the New Home up to $450,000 category at the 2020 Nelson Marlborough and West Coast Master Builders awards on Friday, 20 November. “It’s always good to have validation that you’re doing a good job,” says Ruben. “It’s also nice
to show that you can still have an affordable home that’s built to a high standard. Just because it costs less, it doesn’t mean it can’t be built well.”
The award-winning home on Kuini Place was praised by judges for being “welldesigned on a small restricted site”.
“The compact
design makes the most of northern sun while maintaining privacy and access for outdoor living. Walls and ceilings have been plastered and painted superbly. The bathroom, doors, and polished concrete and tiled floors are excellently finished,” said judges.
With more than 10
years of experience working in the Nelson Tasman region, R Fry Builders offer a wide range of services to suit all building needs. Specialising in new builds, they also provide decks, renovations, fencing and landscaping and offer industry leading guarantees and top quality workmanship.
With a passion for “figuring out the hard stuff others don’t get” local bookkeeper Leah Keown has seen her business go from strength to strength and at her industry’s annual Excellence Awards earlier in November her skills were recognised.
Entering the Institute of Certified NZ Bookkeepers awards for the first time, Leah was one of three finalists for Emerging Bookkeeper of the Year and won Sustainable Business of the Year.
“I was really stoked with my success. You enter and hope to win but don’t expect to. I’m only a small player in a big pool,” says Leah.
The Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the success of bookkeepers and their businesses, and play an important role in raising awareness of the profession in New Zealand. The prestigious Awards have been a highlight on the Association’s event calendar since 2013.
Scooping the Sustainability Award was particularly gratifying for Leah who is committed to doing anything she can in
order to reduce her environmental impact.
Using a number of cloud based systems, Leah also offers that solution to clients.
The office lightbulbs were changed to LED’s and for every ink cartridge or ream of paper used she plants out the local creek in natives.
Any paper that is used within the office is shredded and used in the vegetable patch or in the chicken coop.
With space for clients, Leah’s keen to take on more Motueka businesses, reducing her carbon footprint further by slashing travel times.
Her business, ‘Beyond Your Numbers – bookkeeping and business solutions’, is committed to coming up with solutions for businesses.
“We’re not just data entry, we offer a full bookkeeping service with personality, flexibility and a friendly team approach to business.
We’re inside small businesses every day and are committed to giving people the solutions and tools to operate their businesses efficiently, without having them becoming tied up in paperwork.”
London based, Motueka born soprano Carleen Ebbs is one of 21 UK-based Kiwi singers to have taken part in a RNZ Concert – Whanau: Voices of Aotearoa, Far From Home.
This hour-long concert of New Zealand, Maori and Pasifika songs was filmed just before London’s latest lockdown on the Royal Albert Hall stage and also features pianist Bradley Wood, conductor Tianyi Lu and the Ngati Ranana London Maori Club.
The world premiere broadcast took place at 1pm during RNZ Concert’s Onstage on Monday 23 November and was repeated at 6pm on Sunday, 29 November on Opera on Sunday.
The full performance video is available on rnz.co.nz for the next month.
Based in the UK for their careers or studies and unable to come home, most of these singers have not performed at all since theatres, opera houses and music schools closed in March. Many
Motueka’s Carleen
Ebbs has taken part in an hour long concert of New Zealand, Maori and Pasifika songs.
have been ineligible for Government assistance and have struggled to find other work.
The concert is a fundraiser – while the broadcast and video is free for all to enjoy, people can contribute to these world-class singers and musicians through their website whanaulondonvoices. com. “We’re proud to be the official media partner for this concert fundraiser that features artists who are familiar to our audience from concert broadcasts and interviews and a valued part of our New Zealand music community,” says RNZ CEO Paul Thompson.
“The concert features wonderful New Zealand talent per-
forming a programme of songs that remind them of home. It will be a very special performance and I encourage music lovers to tune in to support these talented Kiwis who are far from home.”
The concert is an initiative by the singers to improve their situations and is an opportunity for them to perform songs from home at scale and to spend time with other New Zealand singers after spending months in isolation.
Thanks to the famed Kiwi Number eight wire mentality and the support of sponsors including Royal Albert Hall who donated the venue, all funds raised will go to the perform-
ers to assist them in the coming months before performance venues can open again.
“What started as just a simple idea of performing again has grown into something that is bringing dozens of performers together from NZ and London to share and celebrate our country, culture, and what unites us,” says organiser Julien Van Mellaerts.
“We have been silenced for months through no fault of our own and we are incredibly proud and excited to share the smallest of insights into what it feels to be us at the moment, what our Whanau means to us, and how we long for home, for better times and to be together once again.”
Music lovers are encouraged to tune in for a very special concert performance, to send messages of support to these talented Kiwi musicians via their social media channels, and to give what they can via whanaulondonvoices. com.
Riwaka
successful ‘Shut-up Tobin’ band, from left; Lilly Arnott (keyboard), Neve Alborn (vocals), Ava Guppy (vocals), Theo Hansen (drums), Alex Lightfoot (electric guitar), Tobin Van Boekhout-McKenzie (lead guitar) and Carolina Sipkova (bass guitar and vocals).
The Riwaka School Rock Band, Shut-up Tobin, recently competed at the annual Rockshop Bandquest in Nelson and successfully gained third place with Tobin Van Boekhout-McKenzie also receiving the Rockstyles Award. The band played two songs, one of which was an original,
“Weekdays”, written by Neve Alborn. It is the fourth time Riwaka has competed at the event and the music team are already looking forward to next year.
Riwaka School Music Coordinator, Luke Hansen, reflected that the school has a lot of talent coming through the music programme and you will often find band mem-
bers jamming and writing new songs in their break times. The 2020 band is Lilly Arnott (keyboard), Neve Alborn (vocals), Ava Guppy (vocals), Theo Hansen (drums), Alex Lightfoot (electric guitar), Tobin Van BoekhoutMcKenzie (lead guitar) and Carolina Sipkova (bass guitar and vocals).
It’s been just over a year since Aimee became owner operator of Golden Bay Liquorland and she couldn’t be happier. “The locals here are lovely” Aimee says with a wide smile. Aimee and her partner Duncan are loving life in Golden Bay with their young family. The change of pace and lifestyle has really suited them.
Duncan, Aimee’s partner has been a tower of support during their first year. He works part-time in the store, but his main role is as a stay at home dad caring for their daughter Taylor who is almost two years old.
“We love it over here, it’s such a cool little community,” say’s Aimee.
“The locals are lovely and are great at supporting local brands and small businesses, we are really lucky.”
In recent times there has been a steady stream of visitors to Golden Bay, it’s a destination on many New Zealander’s bucket list. Aimee is predicting a busy fun summer driven by New Zealander’s supporting kiwi businesses and she’s really looking forward to it.
At Liquorland Golden Bay there’s a team of five hardworking people with an easy-going attitude and the expertise to guide you through their range. They have plenty of knowledge about their products and are strong supporters of locally made products. Instore you will find a wide range of choices including 75 different types of Gin. Yes that is not a typo, they have 75 different gins; featuring New Zealand craft labels and renowned local brands like Dancing Sands and Kiwi Spirits.
“Customers are picking New Zealand brands and it’s great to see so much support for Kiwi distillers,” explains Aimee.
“Backing New Zealand made products is one of the best things people can do to help small businesses during the current climate.”
Cocktails are on trend at the moment and summer is the perfect time to enjoy such guilty pleasures.
For those who enjoy a good glass of wine Aimee has you covered. She has selected a broad choice of wines to satisfy your taste buds. There’s a selection of local vineyards (of course) as well as organic wines. Organic wine production is strong in New Zealand. Currently over 10% of New Zealand wineries hold organic certification, including many of the country’s most respected and awarded wine producers. Organic growers aim to produce wines that are true to the earth without the use of synthetic chemical fertilisers, pesticides, or herbicides.
Did you know Liquorland Golden Bay sells more than liquor? Locals have been supplying the store with fresh free range eggs straight off the farm for many years. If you have any spare egg cartons, please drop them off to the store.
Liquorland Golden Bay have everything you need to create delicious thirst quenching cocktails including shakers, swizzle sticks and straws. If you are looking for more inspiration you can’t go past their free instore magazine ‘Toast’.
Toast is a nononsense guide to everything alcoholwine, beer and spirits - made by Kiwis for Kiwis. Packed with helpful ideas, recommendations, fantastic cocktail recipes and event hosting tips.
Aimee is also a wealth of knowledge and is more than happy to offer her advice and suggestions to any novice cocktail makers.
Have you heard about ‘better for you’ RTD’s? People are becoming more conscious about what they’re putting in their bodies, what they eat, what they drink and how it makes them feel.
The next generation of RTD’s are better for you. Rather than being loaded with sugar they are brimming with fresh flavours and sparkling soda water. Better for you’ RTD’s are low in sugar, the ideal way to quench your summer thirst.
You can also earn Flybuys or Airpoints at Liquorland Golden Bay, yet another reason to visit the store.
Don’t forget to visit Liquorland Golden Bay for all of your Christmas function beverage requirements. They also offer click and collect to help make your life easier!
Aimee and her team have plenty of knowledge about the products she stocks, from value items to the top shelf. They will listen to your needs and point out the best value spirit, pinot or pilsner in the house. Aimee is a good natured individual with a wonderful sense of humour and a genuine desire to make your bbq, birthday party, Friday night drinks, private tipple or wedding one to remember.
Aimee would like to say a massive thank you to everyone for their support during their first year in the Golden Bay community.
“It’s been amazing and we are loving every moment living in Golden Bay.”
This year we have 40 + floats which is an incredible testament of what a wonderful community Motueka is.
The event’s named sponsor NBS are truly in the Christmas Spirit after contacting Santa and organising him to come to the parade early this year for photos in his Grotto at NBS on High Street.
A reminder that this event is FREE - High Street parade, face painting in the town square, brass band performance at Mitre 10 after the parade, street entertainers plus post parade entertainment by the Twisty Twinz in the town square.
Huge thanks to our event sponsors
This year’s parade is going to be even more amazing. It was so important to us at Our Town Motueka to hold the event this year more than ever before. After the shocking year we have all had with Covid and its recovery journey we need some fun to lift our spirits.
The popular Ferris-wheel will be back on Wallace Street along with a variety of food carts for you to purchase rides and some delicious local kai. Late night shopping til 7pm is also here parade night as tradition, along with many of our cafes and restaurants staying open late.
Make a date with Santa. and don’t be late!
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This Saturday you are warmly invited to the Motueka A&P Show Gala at Marchwood Park from 2pm – 10pm. The A&P Show Committee have decided to put on a different type of show this year. They’ve described it as the Motueka A&P Show but not as you know it. Set to begin on Saturday afternoon, 5 December 2020 and running through till 10pm this event promises to be full of music, entertainment and fun for all.
The Motueka A&P Association began in 1935, this year will be their 85th event. We’ve been informed that the local committee have decided not to hold any of the traditional competitions at this year’s show. Instead they have chosen to host a gala style show with a circus vibe for show attendees.
For those of a competitive nature, there is however a mask competition should you wish to extend your creative talents and participate.
Discover two Circus Troupe’s at this year’s Motueka A&P Show Gala. The Twisty Twinz along with Firebird Circus are bringing their skills to Marchwood Park for your entertainment pleasure.
For more information contact the Motueka A&P Show Gala Organisers
Trade and service spaces
Ray 027-621-3338
Entertainment enquiries
Harmony 027-487-3554 txt or 526-8050
General enquiries
Louise 021-187-3518
Jola and Nele Siezen are immensely talented local Duo Acrobats. They specialise in unique aerial silk shows, Adagio, and acrobatic performances.
The Tiwsty Twinz will enchant the audience at the Motueka A&P Show Gala. An act not to be missed. They also teach acrobatic classes locally,. Find out more about the Twisty Twinz on their website www.twistytwinz.com
Firebird Circus are making quite a name for themselves locally. Instructor Beck has been involved in circus arts since 1996. She has a diploma in Circo-Arts from the Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology (CPIT).
Firebird Circus brings the joy of aerial, acrobatics and circus to all ages and ability levels. Come and see them at this year’s show. Find out more about Firebird Circus online via firebirdcircus.com
It would not be a show without Sturgeon’s Amusements and yes they are bringing their fabulous Ferris-wheel and popular chair-o-plane among other rides. Don’t forget to indulge in one of their hot dogs or a bag of candy floss.
Percy the train will also be there, gathering up passengers to take them for a ride on the larger than life train with personality. A favourite for younger family members.
You will also be able to experience a horse and cart ride around the park. A fun way to take a peek at all the stalls and going’s on.
Learn how shoot a bow and arrow with the team from Bullock Road Bows. Get your face painted and enjoy the entertainment from the Ragged Crow Morris Dancers.
We can’t forget the vintage merry-go-round that will be operating. This particular ride has been delighting show goers for many decades, it makes for a very special memorable ride.
Create a Covid19 mask and take to Harmony at the Main Stage by 5pm for judging. There are adults and children’s categories, the results will be announced at 5.30pm. Let your creativity flow and be in to win a prize for your efforts.
Dance to the tunes of three different live bands for your listening pleasure. Tillerman, Hunter Gillies and Sound Prophets are all set to rock Marchwood Park this Saturday.
Tillerman
Tillerman are a five piece original band from Motueka NZ with a reputation for getting crowds up and dancing. Playing a unique blend of blues, folk, rock and reggae. Stark lyrics combine with rustic harmonies and deep grooves providing a musical journey not to be missed.
This local group comprises of Karin Mansson on vocals, Ross Pizzay on vocals and guitar. Tim Philips on vocals, guitar and harmonica, Dan Cook playing bass guitar with Bruce McGregor on vocals and drums.
Hunter Gilles
Join Hunter Gilles as they take you on a journey through Blues & Southern Soul.
Lead guitarist, playing acoustic, slide and electric (stage name Steve Giles) has had the pleasure to perform in two previous Arts Festivals on the Mainstage events, this was with Big Daddy Wilson in 2017 and with Greg Copeland in 2019.
Songstress Cher Hunter is their lead vocalist. She has performed in three Arts Festivals in her past band ‘Medicine Woman’ at the Pic’s Granary Gigs. Cher was also a guest back up vocalist at the 2019 Arts Festival show with Greg Copeland on the Festival main stage.
Bass player Darryn was also part of the Medicine Woman band. Both Cher and Daz have played in Sydney, California, Wanaka and Christchurch. They are multi-talented duo who happen to be husband and wife.
On drums Harry has recently (before the lockdown) returned from a four year stint in the UK. He toured there nationwide which culminated in performing as part of a support band at the Royal Albert Hall.
Sound Prophets
Sound Prophets combine the talents of Harmony Aquarian and Francis Maxino. This duo present well-known classic songs encompassing rock, jazz, popular, reggae, country, folk songs and originals.
Maggie ‘MagDawg’ Flounders, winner of the Auckland Folk Festival Martin Blackman Award 2020, will joining them on stage with her own unique style.
Lucy Summerfield
Motueka High School student and singer song writer Lucy Summerfield recently won the national Hook, Line and Singa-long, song writing competition. This talented songstress is not to be missed.
At this year’s Motueka A&P Show Gala organisers have arranged a variety of food, market and trade stalls for you to explore and enjoy. Pick up a unique Christmas gift, discover local artists and trade suppliers.
Bring a picnic and settle in under the trees, or choose from a phenomenal selection of food in the food area. There will be food for all tastes from vegetarian burgers to wood fired pizza, bacon sandwiches, delicious real fruit ice creams, fresh cherries, genuine French crepes, superb coffee, and so much more.
Don’t miss the Highland Dancing Competition on Sunday at Marchwood Park
Nelson Highland Dancing Organisation are going ahead with their traditional Highland Dancing Competition at Marchwood Park on Sunday 6th December, starting at 9.30am. Even though we will be at the park without the A & P Show all around us, we will enjoy the environs, and perform our dances as we do each year at the Show.
Highland Dancing is a traditional form of dance, originating from the Scottish Highlands. We also perform
some Irish dances (with a Scottish slant), the Sailors Hornpipe, and Waltz Clog. Highland Dancing is an art form, a sport, is musical and creative, embedded in strong history and culture.
Unfortunately there won’t be the usual audience, food and coffee stalls, and animals and side shows. However, please come along with a blanket, chair and a picnic and enjoy the dancing.
We have 20 competitors this year, from Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch and our Judge, Ms Rachel Fenemor, grew up in Motueka, but currently resides on the West Coast. It’s our last event of the competition calendar for our highland dancers. We are looking forward to a relaxing day in the park.
We will have a break around 12-1 for the judge and officials to have lunch, otherwise the competition will run until completion with only short breaks between events.
Anyone wishing to donate to our organisation can do so by purchasing a ticket for our Christmas Raffle: tickets on sale at the competition.
The performers and their families would appreciate your support. We look forward to seeing you there.
Should you have a food, icecream or coffee cart and wish to sell refreshments at the Highland Dancing Competitions, please contact the organisers via email, nelsonhighlanddancing@gmail.com They are looking for a vendor for their Sunday event at Marchwood Park.
Kahurangi lost the final of the Awarua Park Rugby Sevens tournament 24 to 19 against a strong Marist side at Spring Creek on Saturday. The final was not without its controversy after Ben Johnston appeared to have scored a try under the posts which, with the kick to come, may have secured the victory for Kahurangi. Although he seemed to be the only person in attendance to have seen something other than a regulation grounding of the ball, the referee ruled that the ball had been knocked forward in the act of scoring.
Earlier in the day Johnston had potentially fluffed one grounding during pool play, but this was the only blemish on an otherwise superb performance in both attack and defence from the young player. Whilst the sweeper defenders in other teams were almost always being beaten after attacking players had made clean line-
breaks, Johnston’s defence was outstanding as he proved time and again that it is impossible to continue running if somebody has their arms wrapped around your ankles.
Earlier, Kahurangi had beaten Wanderers and Renwick but had lost to Marist in pool play. Kahurangi went on to comfortably beat local side Moutere in their division one semifinal although that match was not without incident. With only minutes to run in the match, key Kahurangi forwards Manu Parkin and Will Schmetz fell victim to some friendly-fire as they both jumped to contest a kick-off. With the sound of jaws clashing with chins being audible from a good distance away both players were left sprawled on the ground after the mid-air collision. While Schmetz regained his faculties quite quickly, Parkin was not so lucky. With absolutely no recollection of what had transpired, Parkin asked the question “how did it happen?” so many times his
good mate Kenny Eggers finally lost his patience and could be heard to tell Manu: “I’m going to tell you one more time Mansy, but then I’m not telling you again!”
While Kahurangi lost players to injury in almost every match, including speedmerchant Jan Lammers and experienced forward Qori Gucake, other team members simply accepted the reality of the situation and upped their individual commitment and workrate. By game two Kenny Eggers was sporting so much strapping tape to hold his limbs and muscles in alignment that Kahurangi co-manager Grant Roberts was openly contemplating ordering a 20 foot container of the stuff for next season.
Tristan Griffith and Toby Kirkwood-Thorpe were both making their Division One debuts for Kahurangi.
While both youngsters started with some understandable hesitation, they both settled in quickly and went on to make
strong contributions throughout the day.
Fresh from his breakout season with the North Harbour NPC team, Tim Sail returned to play for Kahurangi and was arguably the best of any player in the tournament.
Sail finished the day with an error count of zero, a turnover count of plenty and having won or at least parred every physical contest
he engaged in. This week Sail travels to Tauranga to play in a week of trials for the All Black Sevens and with his fitness and form at these levels it will be no surprise if he succeeds in gaining higher honours.
Stein Schreiber put in yet another standout performance for Kahurangi. Any opposition team that did not close down his space
or commit more than one tackler to stopping his trademark runs, more times than not, found themselves chasing Schreiber’s shadow.
Despite stumbling at the last hurdle, Kahurangi will be eyeing the next sevens tournament, likely to be in the new year, with a good deal of confidence.
The Abel Tasman
AquaTaxi Riwaka women also made it all of the way to the final in their competition. Despite leading 19 to 5 at halftime, Riwaka eventually succumbed to Waimea by 34 to 19.
The Abel Tasman AquaTaxi Riwaka men played in the Division Two competition and while they did not make it through to the playoffs, were not far off the pace.
Despite the trials of a year disrupted by COVID-19, cricketers from Motueka were back on the pitch playing the game they love on Saturday, 14 November.
Motueka Intermediate A Team from Motueka Cricket Club walked away with a loss against Waimea Toi Toi United Grippers at Ching Road in Lower Moutere.
Kara Simkin, Motueka Cricket Club Junior Coordinator says, “The club was extremely grateful to receive the gear from ANZ, it means we can provide good quality gear to all our teams and gear doesn’t become a barrier to
children’s cricket. Cricket gear can be expensive so it’s great we can take this financial burden off families.”
To help mitigate the financial impact of Covid-19, ANZ donated $1 million worth of grants to grassroots netball and cricket clubs throughout the country.
With fundraising opportunities cut short, many families struggling to pay subs and many alternative sources of sports funding drying up, ANZ asked clubs what they needed to get back up and running, and delivered a huge range of support.
Motueka Cricket Club
received a junior gear bag and a youth gear bag, both full of brand new cricket gear.
Kara says, “It has been fantastic to get back on the pitch after a tough year. Last season finished rather abruptly with the arrival of Covid, so it has been good to be able to get cricket started back up for our community.
Junior numbers in the Motueka Cricket Club continue to grow. Parents are keen to see their children play sport and the kids are really enthusiastic about getting out and playing cricket with their friends. Having the ANZ gear just makes it so much
easier to encourage people to play cricket knowing they don’t have to worry about gear.”
ANZ Head of Sponsorship Sue McGregor says, “ANZ is proud we were able to stand behind grassroots cricket and netball with our largest ever support fund for community sports.
“Grassroots sport is such an important part of the fabric of our communities, it’s vital we keep our community sports clubs up and running.
We knew it would be a make or break year for many sports organisations who rely on fundraising and other forms of financial
support to survive. It’s great to have played a part in getting the grassroots cricket season underway again.”
More cricket grants are available for Motueka
ANZ will continue its commitment to support grass roots cricket with the ANZ Grants programme open again for the new season.
*ANZ encourages schools, clubs and individuals from Motueka apply at www. anzcricketworld.co.nz
Mapua Handicap
North/South
1st Martin Thompson & Justine Thompson
56.62%
2nd June Tippett & Alison McMillan 55.77%
3rd Mike Howell & Janet Howell 53.21%
East/West
1st Vicki Adnams & Julia Armstrong 63.89%
2nd Diana Whitten & Linda Thurow 60.65%
3rd= Malcolm Macleod & Katrina Mataric 56.94%
3rd= Richard Olykan & Anne Cegarra 56.94
Handicap Results
North/south
1st June Tippett & Alison McMillan 58.79%
2nd Mike Howell & Janet Howell 54.70%
3rd Bet Glengarry & Mary Fraher 54.52%
East/West
1st Vicki Adnams & Julia Armstrong 59.81%
2nd Diana Whitten & Linda Thurow 58.92%
3rd Diana Furlong & Muriel Moran 58.43%
Results of Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village sponsored Open Triples bowling tournament held at the Motueka Bowling Club last Thursday, 26 November 2020.
After having to postpone this tournament three times because of the weather, finally a fine afternoon allowed the event to be held.
The tournament format differed from normal with play starting at 12 noon, four timed games played finishing at 6pm then followed by a BBQ tea.
Eleven drawn club teams with one outside team competed.
1st Ron Inglis, Ken Spencer, Olive Fergusson
4 wins, 21 ends, 46 points
2nd Hugh Douglas, Sam Woods, Barbara Howcroft
3 wins, 22 ends, 39 points
3rd Kaye Brougham, Matt Thwaites, Val Thomsen
3 wins, 24 ends, 55 points
Mug Medal weekend again held in lovely weather. The Mug Medal winner this month was Graham Shaw who prevailed after a putt off with Kevin Fell having both scored Nett 67’s. The Gross Winner was Bernie Hedges on 79.
A Grade
1st John O’Neill 71
2nd Andy Chew 73
B Grade
1st Peter Tudberry 70
2nd Martin Bevan 71
3rd Peter Neal 71
C Grade
This was won on countback by Alan Hamilton from Mike Manfield and Ian Buchanan. All having scored Nett 69’s
D Grade
1st Kevin Fell 67
2nd Rex Edwards 69
3rd Roger Hall 69
Lower Moutere Store closest to the pins was won by Carol Versfeld and John O’Neill. Bay Pharmacy hidden holes was Graham Shaw. The Ladies played a Bay Pharmacy Nett Round.
1st Shona Johnson 69
2nd June Patching 70
3rd Jacquie Martin 70
4th Derryn Hedges 73
5th Carol Versfeld 74
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ART - 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 027 336 6300.
BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERSTRUST (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings.
BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 3037 or Heather 027 4444708
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz
CARERS SUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family Encourage-Hope-Share. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com.
INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Katrina Anderson is available free at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings 9.30am – 12pm.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.
MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS See your town band in the Santa Parade, and at the Sunday Market this Sunday. We’ll be on a truck this year playing carols in a street near you.
MOTUEKA GRG S U PPORT GR OU P
Welcomes Grandparents/Kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month 1-3pm St Andrew’s Lounge 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed & supportive time with others. Phone 0211337299.
MOTUEKA MENZSHED Visit the MenzShed at the A&P Music Gala this Saturday, December 5th. See what they’ve been up to and enter the raffle to win great prizes.
MOTUEKANEWCOMERS 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 Mary 5284531.
MOTUEKA REBUS CLUB. Next Coffee and Chat will be at the Patisserie Royale at 1.30 on Friday 4th December.
MOTUEKA SENIORNET runs a wide variety of courses for computers, laptops, tablets and phones in Apple, Windows, Android & ios. phone Kay on 021 109 5902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka. org.nz
NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Nelson, Richmond, 6 monthly subscription $25 + mileage. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 / mapuawheels@gmail.com
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.
RUMMIKUB every THURSDAY from 1-4pm at Motueka Senior Citizens Hall 10 Pah St. Contact Mavis XMAS PARTY this Friday 4th 1.45pm-onward.
SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS. If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details
TASMAN HOSPICE TREES OF REMEMBRANCE
This year’s Nelson Tasman Hospice Trees of Remembrance will be at Westpac Motueka on 11 Dec and then at House of Travel Motueka 14 to 18 Dec.
THE NELSON MALE VOICE CHOIR are singing in concert at the Memorial Hall, Pah St, Motueka on Wednesday 2nd December 2020 at 7:30pm. Adults $20 under 18s $5; Cash or EFTPOS at the door.
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The family of Alison Reid wish to thank all those who supported us during the difficult time after the loss of our much loved wife, mum and grandma - Alison. We sincerely appreciate all your kindness and thank you for sharing in the celebration of Alison’s life.
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AHEARN, Frank (Francis) John:
It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the passing of Frank (Francis) John Ahearn. He died peacefully in Nelson Hospice on Saturday 21st of November 2020 after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Frank is survived by his wife Jo-Anne, mother Betty and sisters Jude and Dale. Special thanks to Nelson Hospice and the Motueka District Nursing Team for all their care and support. We were truly blessed that Frank got to return home and share some special moments with family and friends in a place he loved so much.
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GARRETT, Malcolm William
Passed away on 28 November 2020 in Motueka, aged 83. Dearly loved husband of ‘Betty’, of 60 years; ‘Dad’ of Trish and Dave, John and Lorraine, Rob and Vicki, and Marian and Alec; Grandpa ‘Chook’ of Damien, Emma, Victoria, Jacob, Sam, Isaac, Ben, Brenton, Katie, Timo, and Areta; and Greatgrandad of Addison, Carter, Hudson, Theo, and Dorian. The Funeral Mass to celebrate Malcolm’s life will be held in the St. Peter Chanel Church, 423 High Street, Motueka, on Friday 4th of December 2020 at 11:00am.
Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz
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TAINGAHUE, TeKohi Ripeka
‘Rebecca’
Passed away peacefully on 29 November 2020, in Motueka. Beloved daughter of Hoera and Kohi Taingahue; cherished sister of all her brothers, sisters, and in-laws past and present; adored Aunty of her neices and nephews; and her treasured nga mokopuna. The funeral service to celebrate Rebecca’s life will be held at the outside garden at 8 Inglis Street, Motueka today, Wednesday at 1:30pm
Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz
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Waimea Toi Toi United Caspians came to Memorial Park and were put in to bat by Motueka whose initially good bowling was let down by a spate of dropped catches, allowing the vistors to put on 35 for their opening stand before eventually losing their first wickets in the 15th and 16th overs. A few more dropped catches followed and, along with a few too many quick singles and some umpiring decisions that didn’t go their way, caused the Wekas’ mood to sour. Hamish Chisnall (42) and Ryan Flowers (42) were settling in and becoming difficult to remove and with the outfield at Memorial Park still being slow, began targeting the short Eastern boundary. With the score at 102 for 2 after 27 overs Mark Church was introduced to the attack and not only broke the 66-run partnership but took five wickets for eight runs, reducing the Caspians to 119 for 7 by the 34th over. Their last three wickets then fell in the 38th over with their total at 133.
Motueka started positively with the bat until their first wicket fell in the 7th over with the score at 27. Caspians had a good bowling attack and took regular wickets just as partnerships were starting to develop. This continued until the home team was 87 for 7 in the 24th over with the writing seemingly on the wall until Cody Lindbom (22 not out) and Shaun James (21 not out) came to the rescue. They batted sensibly, defending when needed and attacking when possible, their valuable 51-run partnership ensuring they reached the target in the 35th over.
Motueka now sit at the top of the table beside Wakatu Gold, who they face at Memorial Park this Saturday.
