Don Heslop has been growing daffodils en-masse at his Lower Moutere property for two decades. After witnessing Cancer Society members picking wild daffodils from along the roadside he “could see they needed a few more”. Read more on Don’s dedication to daffodils on page 8.
Visitors to the Abel Tasman National Park will now be able to enjoy seeing kaka on the Park’s coast, with a record number of the threatened native parrots released in the park on Tuesday, 24 September.
Twelve captive raised kaka were released from a purpose-built aviary at Bark Bay/Wairima in the heart of the park. Another 12 will be released shortly.
“This is believed to be the largest number of kaka ever translocated at one time in New Zealand and there are so many birds we have to release them in two cohorts. It will be magical seeing them thrive in the native forests of the Abel Tasman,” says Project Janszoon Director Bruce Vander Lee.
The manu were blessed by local iwi before being released. Rima Piggot of Te Runanga o Ngati Rarua says Iwi are proud to be involved in the return of another Taonga species to the Abel Tasman National Park.
While kaka used to be seen in large numbers in the Abel Tasman, introduced predators have devastated the park’s wild kaka population. Project Janszoon, the Department of Conservation, Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust and Air New Zealand have reduced predators to low numbers with over 90% of the park now stoat trapped and aerial predator control undertaken when needed.
The kaka also need to be protected from well-meaning peo -
ple. As DOC biodiversity ranger John Henderson explains it is important to ensure visitors to the park don’t feed the kaka as resulting ill health can be fatal.
“We are lucky to be able to learn from places like Zealandia in Wellington where people feeding kaka caused serious problems.
Kaka need to eat a natural diet of berries, seeds and honeydew to be healthy and to help them adapt to life in the wild they need to be left to find their own food,” he says.
Signage has been erected to educate visitors about the birds’ diet, and tourism operators working in the park are being very supportive, offering to brief visitors to the park.
For the first few
weeks after their release the young kaka will be provided with appropriate supplementary feed near the release site as they adjust.
Abel Tasman Youth Ambassadors Louie Burger and Pipiri Henderson from Ngatimoti School were among those witnessing the release on Tuesday.
“It was really special to watch. It’s pretty amazing to have the birds flying around the coastline and living here like it once was,” says Pipiri.
The youths have been fortunate to witness other releases including kiwi and pateke but say there’s something “extra special” about the kaka.
Some of the birds were taken as eggs from wild nests last summer.
Project Janszoon ornithologist Ron Moorhouse was part of the team who helped retrieve them and says an incredible amount of work has gone into sourcing the kaka.
“Project Janszoon and DOC retrieved eggs and chicks from wild nests in Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes National Parks’ which were artificially incubated and hand raised.
This is the first time kaka eggs and chicks have been taken from the wild to establish a new population in a predator controlled site,” says Ron.
Other birds have come from members of the South Island Kaka Captive Breeding programme who hold and breed kaka for the purpose of restoring kaka populations such as in the Abel Tasman.
The recently released book, ‘Are All Those Kids Yours?’ will make you laugh, cry and feel reassured of your own parenting journey, but most of all it’ll leave you with a deep sense of gratitude. Gratitude for people like Jonquil and Bryan Graham, who opened their home and hearts for up to 30 children.
The couple were “given” a child on their honeymoon, and after learning of their inability to have children of their own, went on to adopt nine children in rapid succession, including two sets of twins from Russia and Romania respectively.
Their experience is entertainingly, and at times heartbreakingly, retold in Jonquil’s latest book that explores how they managed a large, multi-cultural
family, including five from orphanages, and what happened when they became teenagers.
Their rambling house on a kiwifruit orchard in Golden Bay always had room for more as did their hearts, and over the years the Grahams fostered many children.
A key to raising so many children under one roof is to treat each day completely “new” says Jonquil.
“If you hang on and examine things it’s too much to deal with.”
Jonquil’s devotion to keeping a daily diary, an undertaking she began at just nine years, has enabled the compilation of her books.
“It’s quite tricky writing about teenagers because you want to have an ongoing rela-
tionship with them but in saying that none of my family read my books and I’m delighted they don’t. I can say what I like!”
The couple say it was important to make friends with “everybody”, from local cops to school staff and neighbours.
“It was important to have them on-board.”
Now with at least 12 grandchildren, Jonquil says she’s enjoying the “fun” they bring and as she reflects on her past, her positive nature, which undoubtedly played a pivotal role in the lives of so many children, was again revealed.
“In a way I’m glad we weren’t able to have children because
otherwise we wouldn’t have had this family.”
Jonquil’s book ‘Are All Those Kids Yours?’ is available from bookstores RRP $30 or via her website for a discounted rate http:// www.jonquilgraham. com
Proceeds from the book are donated to Orphans Aid.
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The Motueka Camera Club is showcasing more than 50 images during their exhibition at the local Museum opening tomorrow, Thursday, 3 October.
Promising a “wide
variety” of photographs, all have been taken by club members with majority snapped this year.
Exhibition visitors will be treated to landscape, portrait and natural history images
among others, including award-winning photographs too.
“The Museum likes having us there and say it’s always a very popular exhibition each year,” says Motueka Camera
Club secretary Cushla Moorhead.
Visitors are invited to vote for a People’s Choice image, and entry to the exhibition is through the Museum’s usual donation.
Running for approximately six weeks, Cushla says the Club’s members were allowed up to four images exhibited each, and they will be displayed in various sizes and mediums.
of them.”Michael Gill Richmond
“Yes I have, I just haven’t posted them back yet.”Shona Walsh Motueka
“Yes I have and I’m actually voting for the first time in local body elections.”Peter Mark Motueka
“Not really, no. I haven’t had a good peruse yet, but I will vote.”Cushla Moorhead of the Motueka Camera Club shows off two of her photographs that are included in the Club’s annual exhibition beginning tomorrow. High StreeT, Motueka.
Holly’s Hat Trick is celebrating the release of its second album, Visitors, with a live performance at the Riwaka Bowling Club on Saturday, 5 October. Kicking off at 7pm, DJ Heavy Set is playing in support for another social event that doubles as a fundraiser for the Bowling Club.
The quartet consisting of guitarist Brendan Alborn, bassist Bryre Arnott, drummer Michiel Overweel and vocalist/keyboardist Denise Ward wrote and recorded all nine tracks on the new album in Brendan’s home studio in Riwaka. Eight of the tracks were mixed and mastered by another Riwaka local, David
Konecny, AKA Dr Babbid Walnutson.
“My home studio isn’t much more than 10sqm so we’re basically jammed in there right next to each other,” says Brendan.
“But it seems to suit our DIY, lo-fi ethos. With all songs effectively being recorded live, and with the tracks for different instruments bleeding into each other, the performance itself needs to be spot on.
But we reckon the important thing is to capture the energy and emotion of a song rather than to obsess over the technical details of the recording process.”
While the shifting timing signatures and jazzy interludes from
Holly’s Hat Trick’s 2018 debut album, Somebody’s Treasure, remain firmly in place, the addition of Denise Ward to the line-up has added a fourth songwriter to the mix.
“While one person will usually spark a new song with a beat, a riff or just an idea, all four band members have their own input during the writing process. So that makes it a fun, dynamic process that results in a real mash-up of styles,” says Brendan.
“My wife has a chuckle every time I try to describe our musical style. I cycle through art-rock, quirky-jazz, indie-rock, lo-fi and math-rock but she reckons I’m just making up musical
genres on the spot!”
‘Visitors’ is available on all major music streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music, illustrating that in this new age of digital music distribution, artists can produce and get their tunes out to music lovers independently and without spending a lot of money.
According to Brendan, the venue for the album release party was an easy decision. “All four band members are also members of the Riwaka Bowling Club, so it’s great to be able to do something that supports the Club. We also had such an awesome evening when we played there last November.”
Registered Tasman district voters have received their voting papers between 20-25 September.
With until noon on October, 12 to get papers back, voters can either post or deliver them to any Council office.
It is quite a voting package being delivered this year with candidates for Mayor, Councillors, community board members, District Health Board members and, uniquely in Tasman, a poll on the electoral system to be used at the next local body election.
Within the package is a candidate information booklet providing an introduction to all the candidates, as well as a description of the current voting system ‘First Past the Post’ (FPP) and the alternative Single Transferable Vote (STV). All of this information is supported by fur-
ther information on the Tasman District Council website tasman.govt.nz/elections
If people do not receive papers within this time and they are eligible to vote, residents are able to through special voting process within the Council’s Richmond, Motueka and Takaka service centres during normal office hours.
In another first the elections webpage also provides links to videos of all the candidates giving electors a further opportunity to view those standing for Mayor, Council and Community Board seats. If residents, and those eligible to vote through owning property in the District, have any questions about the election the website has a number of frequently asked questions. Within normal office hours Council electoral officers are on hand to help.
They’re great mates, the same age, longtime colleagues, share passions, have a combined total of 32 years working at Motueka’s Unichem Pharmacy and on Friday the cheerful duo of Vonda Stemmer and Yvonne Hawken hung up their uniforms for the final time.
“We’ve been together so long and are both the same age so
we just felt it was the right time to bow out together,” say the pair.
For half a century Vonda has been a familiar face in the retail scene of Motueka, a fitting career for a woman who cites customers as a highlight of her job.
Yvonne shares the sentiment and says during her 21 year career which began with Jim Fry’s
Pharmacy, she’s made “lots of friends and enjoyed all the customers”.
There’s been a few changes over the years with the most notable being the dispensing of medication, the increased use of computers and the increase of legal requirements.
The born and bred locals say they’re looking forward to doing
things at their leisure, and with their love of gardening no doubt they’ll spend more time in that environment.
Yvonne’s husband joined her in retirement, finishing up at Talleys on Friday and she says they’re looking forward to spending time at a Torrent Bay bach. “We’ll get the boats out, go biking and have
two grandsons to enjoy,” says Yvonne. Grandchildren are on Vonda’s agenda too, and she’s looking forward to longer trips to Perth where they reside.
Both women say they have “really loved” their time at Unichem and have enjoyed providing support and service to the community they treasure.
A WIO student outside Wilsons
Abel Tasman as part of the Service Industry Internships programme that successfully works with local businesses.
Vision Motueka have secured funding from the Rata Foundation as part of their initiative to create a more youth-friendly Motueka. A large proportion of this funding is going to be used to run a new programme in conjunction with Whenua Iti Outdoors (WIO) called ‘Motueka Vocational Pathways’ (MVP).
The programme will provide the opportunity for eight young people from Motueka/ Riuwaka/Motueka Valley who haven’t yet made the successful transition from school into the workplace, to develop essential workplace skills and provide a pathway into the workforce. “The
Motueka Vocational Pathways (MVP) project has been established in recognition of the challenges of transitioning into the workforce that face a number of young people once they leave school,” says Mark Bruce-Miller, General Manager at WIO.
Students will spend five weeks developing employability skills and capabilities while training with WIO and then experience different working environments across the region.
Vision Motueka and WIO are now calling on the local business community to engage in this initiative and offer work placement opportunities. “There is a real opportunity
here for the business community to support this programme and benefit from it,” says Mark. “These are young people who want to work, want to be in Motueka and will have developed the skills employers are looking for.”
The Vision Motueka group have challenged Motueka to become a more youth friendly town and MVP is one strategy to achieve this goal. “We are delighted to be working with Whenua Iti on this,” says Linda Glew of Vision Motueka. “Their proven skill in delivering such programmes is going to benefit both the students on the programme and the business community
of Motueka alike.”
This project is one arm of the greater vision to achieve a more youth-friendly Motueka.
Other projects are being developed to assist the business community in becoming oriented for youth employment and to provide a wider range of opportunities for youth.
If your business is interested in providing work placements as part of this programme, with the view to offering potential employment, or if you know of a student who would benefit from this programme, please contact Whenua Iti Outdoors: info@wio. org.nz or ph 526 7842.
It’s only a matter of time before a rupture of the Alpine Fault, and the South Island’s tourism sector is teaming up with emergency management partners to be better prepared.
Minister of Civil Defence and Associate Minister of Tourism Hon Peeni Henare on Thursday, 26 September opened the inaugural AF8 Tourism Forum in Te Anau, which will bring the tourism sector, emergency managers and scientists together to prepare for widespread disruption arising from a natural disaster.
Peeni says forward planning will play a big role in managing and mitigating the impacts of a large-scale earthquake such as an Alpine Fault rupture.
“The stunning landscapes that attract international and local visitors to the South Island are products of the powerful natural forces that have shaped and continue to shape our country,” says Peeni.
“But those natural forces also put our infrastructure, our communities, our people and our visitors at risk.
“New Zealand faces some of the greatest natural hazard risks of any country in the world and, among those, an Alpine Fault
earthquake is one of the most significant.
“Our most dramatic tourist destinations are going to be some of the most difficult to support in the aftermath of a large Alpine Fault earthquake. This forum will enable tourist operators, emergency managers and scientists to anticipate those needs and challenges, and put plans in place,” says Peeni.
Participating at the forum are tourism operators, Te Waipounamu runanga and ropu, South Island Civil Defence Emergency Management Groups, emergency services, central government agencies, universities and local businesses.
The forum is convened by Project AF8,
which has brought together science and emergency managers to identify the consequences of a magnitude 8 Alpine Fault earthquake and to identify coordinated initial response actions and what needs to be done to be better prepared.
The Forum is part of an ongoing series of activities to continue conversation and knowledge sharing about a large Alpine Fault to ensure that communities and agencies are collectively better prepared and planning for a significant Alpine Fault rupture.
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Despite his very apparent green thumbs, verified after a career successfully toiling the hillsides of Richmond carving a living from growing new potatoes, Don Heslop’s wife banished him from the home garden.
“I was only ever allowed to mow lawns. My wife wouldn’t let me influence the gardening around home,” says Don.
It was a culmination of this, the Cancer Society’s apparent need for more daffodils and that flower’s likeness of growth characteristics to potatoes, that has, over the past twenty years, led to Don planting two acres of daffodils at his property in Lower Moutere.
Don retired to his 19acre block, after 45 years above Richmond. A worker of the land, he continues to grow potatoes and has managed to breed his own “good eater”, but says the market is saturated with good
potatoes and “to get into it needs more push than what I’ve got”.
The 91-year-old cancer survivor is not bothered though and says he relishes “keeping fit” on the fields while doing his bit for the local Cancer Society. “I started with 500 bulbs of mixed daffodils and just planted them here like potatoes. I neglected them a good deal.”
The horticulturist in him saw the neglect soon turn to attention, and Don says the daffodils took off.
“Bulbs multiply well if they’re looked after. Too much competition and they suffer. I spray ‘em twice a year to keep away the grass and weeds,” says Don.
He’s not in it for profit and doesn’t accept a cent with others benefiting as well as the primary focus of the
Cancer Society. For Don who reckons he’s “improving with age” there’s no sign of slowing up any time soon, the endless pursuit of better and better crops driving him, as he points out a patch of freshly turned over soil ready for planting in January. “I’ve always liked flowers. Look at them, this is the best showing of flowers I’ve seen yet.”
The main factor I will consider, is who do I trust? This message has shown up continually throughout this campaign. This justi able lack of trust has created disunity, and inefcient leadership spreading down TDC sta following their own agenda. I hope that this new council will have honesty and integrity at the top. Where leadership will take control and set the expectations of sta behaviour, attitudes and accountability.
e main factor I will consider, is who do I trust? is message has shown up continually throughout this campaign. is justiable lack of trust has created disunity, and ine cient leadership spreading down TDC sta following their own agenda. I hope that this new council will have honest and integrity at the top. Where leadership will take control and set the expectations of sta behaviour, attitudes and accountability.
The DOG now starts to WAG the TAIL
The expected consequence would be a team working for a common goal to get the best outcomes for the district. If we can get that happening the trust between ratepayers, councillors and TDC sta will return and we will achieve much more than the disjointed toxic atmosphere we have at present. By having true accountability and e ciency, Consent fees and processes need to be reviewed and timeframes made realistic. Eight months and $25,000 to have a simple as of right boundary adjustment is ridiculous and this type of unjusti able process is costing this district. They are not the speed cameras of bureaucracy.
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Raising revenue for limited outcome. Councillors need to be representing ratepayers rather than protecting ine cient, incompetent sta while praising those that are working to or above the required standards. I expect some sta may choose to leave.
Sta need to be proud to work for TDC and the ratepayers, and then they will get respect. While experience is helpful, honesty, integrity, common sense, practical ability and a social conscience are a must.
TIME FOR CHANGE
Insanity is doing the same AGAIN and expecting a di erent result.
Let’s move forward together in trust.
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This month the “Light-EurythmyGroup” is touring New Zealand and next weekend they’ll be performing at Riverside Community Hall with their shows “The Song of the Earth” and “Peter and the Wolf”.
The performing artists from Switzerland have been travelling the world for many years.
Their form of movement is not a dance, nor a mime, but an art of movement, making visible speech and music. Eurythmy uses for its expression the most flexible of all instruments – the human body.
Eurythmy propounds that each sound is universal and that there are different movements for different sounds, with each consonant, vowel, note and even the period between them, having its own distinctive movement.
This art of making sound visible was first conceived in 1912 by Rudolph Steiner an Austrian writer, scientist, artist and philospher (1861-1925).
The word Eurythmy stems from Greek roots, meaning beautiful, harmonious rhythm. The LightEurythmy-Group is based in ArlesheimDornach near Basel in Switzerland. It is led by Thomas Sutter for the past two decades.
Eurythmy is not only for artisitic presentation on the stage, but is used worldwide for Steiner Schools for Children’s harmonious development. It is also used for curative healing for all sorts of illnesses and general well-being, as it works in a subtle way deeply through the human body.
“The Song of the Earth” is a colourful composition of poetry and music rising questions on our relationship to the earth. It has its culmination in the fairies scene out of the Midsummer Nights Dream by William Shakespeare, where the queen of the fairies states that “the seasons change for a reason”.
“Peter and the Wolf”, this lovely musical story by Sergei Prokofiev brings joy to
children from 6 to 96, it is especially charming to see all the different animals and persons come to life through Eurythmy. Each character has its own melody and even the garden gate and the grass around the pond begin to dance. Everyone loves the animals and birds and all are eager to find out if Peper succeeds to catch the great grey
wolf!
Saturday, 12 October “The Song of the Earth” at Riverside Community Hall waged $20 unwaged $12
Sunday, 13 October “Peter and the Wolf” at Riverside Community Hall Childern $8, Adults $15, Family $25 For reservations contact Trevor 021 234 4704 or trevor. scott.croll@gmail.com
The Light-EurythmyGroup are bringing two shows to Riverside’s Community Hall next weekend.
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Saturday saw the unveiling, blessing and presentation of the fabulous new art installation, “Arrivals and Departures”. The celebration took place at Port Motueka and was attended by more than 100 people. The early morning light caused the sculpture to glow against the dark mountains, and
DAVI D - Hello Sophie. Your spring garden is beautiful. Those white tulips are really quite spectacular.
SOPHIE Thanks David. Are you trying to butter me up with attery? How’s the election campaign?
DAVI D - I never know. It’s always a nervous time leading up to election results.
SOPHIE As a former school teacher, I suppose it’s not too di erent from an end of term examination.
DAVI D - Exactly. And those marking the exam are the residents and ratepayers. And I can’t please everyone.
SOPHIE What sort of mark would you give yourself? How do you think you’ve gone?
DAVI D - I’ve thought about that. Probably in the 57% to 63% range. Not where I wanted to be.
SOPHIE Isn’t that being tough on yourself? There’ve been de nite achievements and reasonable progress. The people I talk to are happy. Footpaths, walkways, parks and reserves. The roads are clean. The new red crossings are a big improvement. I don’t hear too many complaints, other than the dam perhaps. And $18 on my rates could have been worse. My rates bill hasn’t moved much these last three years. I’m happy enough, although I shouldn’t tell you that.
DAVI D - I was always a hard marker – ask my students. But there was much more I wanted to do. It’s taken time to appreciate the processes, policies and planning of Council. Relating to other areas’ needs. Working with sta , managers, the Mayor and Councillors. The Long Term Plan was more de nite and structured than I had anticipated.
SOPHIE I expect those emergencies would have a ected Council’s operations. My sister in Pigeon Valley had to evacuate, because of the re.
DAVI D - Yes. The drought and the re were massive events. And in February 2018 we had the two ex-cyclones, Gita and Fehi. These events de nitely disrupted Council activities, projects and programmes. Huge!
SOPHIE So, what are the priorities for the next three years? How do you get to 80% and higher?
the audience was captivated. “I see many stories and meanings in the mosaics and the design,” said one onlooker.
Another commented, “The sculpture changes with different light and weather,” while another said approvingly, “The maritime setting is perfect”.
DAVI D - That’s pressure, Sophie! For me, there’s a long list. My top priority is probably with stormwater. Then, there’s the new Library designing and construction. High St and tra c issues. A serious look at ooding concerns for Motueka, Riuwaka and Brooklyn rivers. A new water supply in Parker St and retain the Pensioner Housing totally with the Council. Issues in Kaiteriteri, Marahau and the Motueka Valley. That’s some of my projects, Sophie. And of course relating to and addressing climate change.
SOPHIE I was wondering when you were going to mention that. Your Council didn’t declare a Climate Change Emergency and has been slow to respond compared with Nelson City.
DAVI D - Actually, I don’t agree with that. Nelson grabbed the headlines while Tasman was beavering away consulting with residents and addressing options. I saw you at the Memorial Hall on the Coastal Management Meeting. You told me you were making a submission. They closed last Friday the 27th.
SOPHIE Now, the Council has an Action Plan?
DAVI D - Yes. We met Youth Council members and had representatives from every High School in Tasman coming to our meetings and presenting their ideas. The Environment Group and Motueka High School pupils were excellent. They spoke up and were clear in how they wanted the Council to act.
SOPHIE Where can I nd a copy of this Action Plan?
DAVI D - It’s on the Council website. With printed copies from the Library and Council o ce. It’s a long term plan, with a detailed focus for the next three years. Are you going to vote for me Sophie.
SOPHIE You’re a gardener yourself, David. Tell me this, after the tulips have owered, should I dig the bulbs up or leave them in the ground?
DAVI D - I prefer to leave them. They may be better next year!
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There will be a huge range of boats, motors and water sports gear with reps on-site to answer any of your questions. The radio station will be there with the BBQ blazing. You’ll find a big bouncy castle for the kids and of course, there will be specials and giveaways over the two days.
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New Zealand’s premier national chamber choir, Voices New Zealand, performs a stunning musical reminder of the beauty and importance of our oceans.
Taonga Moana is born from the desire to talk and sing about topics that are acutely relevant to people at present. The current state of our oceans is a highly-charged topic that presents an opportunity to connect concerned people with the choral art-form.
Choral singing for many is seen as a static event that takes place in churches and sacred spaces, but Taonga Moana aims to blast that perception out of the water with an immersive theatrical experience – a musical story fusing atmospheric visuals from the oceans with live sounds from the ensemble to bring audiences a mesmerising, exhilarating and thought-provoking experience.
One of the driving forces behind the project is internationally-renowned New Zealand choral conductor Karen Grylls. “One thing we learned early on in the project was the oceans, and their issues, are all connected.”
She met with ocean experts and campaigners to really understand the central issues that our oceans face. Issues such as temperature change,
the impact on global food chains, the reduction in biodiversity and how pollution and plastics wash into rivers, entering oceans and ultimately affecting what ends up on our plates. “I developed a real sense of what happens in the Atlantic is connected to what happens in the Southern Ocean, which impacts on the Indian Ocean and the Pacific. This meant that our music had to show the interconnection of all oceans.”
Karen set out to source a global mix of musical creatives to tell the story. The result of her travel sees works from composers in Latvia, Indonesia, Canada, Finland and the U.S. come together in a programme that highlights that connectiv-
ity of our waters. The resulting story follows the flight of the kuaka – the godwits – and their hero, the ancient Maori navigator Ui-TeRangiora’s, from the freezing artic through the rough Atlantic, the burning Indian and epic Pacific oceans to the sanctuary of Antarctica.
The artistic voice about our neighbouring white continent, the Antarctic, was determined to be found in Aotearoa. “And we did” says Karen, “in Warren Maxwell.”
Warren is the driving force behind psychedelic blues quartet Little Bushman and a founding member of Trinity Roots. A musical giant in Aotearoa, warren was one of the five inaugural recipients of an Arts Foundation New
Generation Award in 2006, and became a perfect fit as he had spent time on the ice as an artist-in-residence in 2016. “This was a chance for Warren to express his life-changing experience into a creative project, and for us to connect his composition prowess with choral music – something he’d never done before” Karen says.
Taonga Moana is an exciting event for anybody who cares about our planet, loves exquisite music and appreciates human creativity – the explorers, the seafarers, the beach dwellers, the thinkers, the environmentalists.
Voices New Zealand at NCMA. Saturday, 19 October 7.30pm.
If you haven’t received your voting documents by now, you will need to apply for a special vote by calling or visiting a Council service centre to pick up special voting papers.
You can also cast a special vote on the morning of election day (12 October) until 12 noon at the Richmond, Motueka or Takaka libraries and the Nelson City Council customer service centre.
IT'S TIME TO VOTE IN THE PLACE THAT YOU LOVE.
The Tasman District Council has confirmed plans to build an 1100 square metre, single-storey library in Motueka’s Decks Reserve to replace the existing library in Pah Street.
The current library is too small for the size of the community it serves, and is no longer fit for purpose.
results of a feasibility study and separate community survey in late 2018, demonstrates strong support for a new library on the Decks Reserve site.
as the Motueka Council service centre, would increase the cost significantly which could undermine the project proceeding.
Kiwis are well known for our ingenuity, but even with all the imagination in the world, it can be hard for entrepreneurs to kick-start their great ideas without the right support. Access to expertise, research and development and the ability to get their product in front of people can be the biggest stumbling block to success.
A partnership between Foodstuffs South Island and Ministry of Awesome, FoodStarter is a competition which aims to identify the most innovative and promising food or beverage product in New Zealand, and help the winner produce it in sufficient quantities, and with the right backing, to be able to retail it.
FoodStarter 2019 is now open for entries –and the prize is a food entrepreneur’s dream. This year’s prize pack is worth over $75,000, and includes product development from FoodSouth, brand and design guidance from Strategy Advertising, business acceleration at Te Otaka –Centre for Growth and Innovation, and guidance from the team at MYOB. Winners also receive something money can’t buy – the guaranteed placement of their product stocked across all New World stores in the South Island. The month-long search culminates in
a ‘Pressure Cooker’ event on Wednesday, 20 November, when the top five finalists present their product to a panel of experts. The winner will be announced that evening.
Last year’s winners, The Brothers Green, aka Brad Lake and Brendon McIntosh, won the 2018 FoodStarter competition. Brendon says more than 98,000 of The Brothers Green Hempy Bars are now in production – something he says would not have been possible without the FoodStarter business incubation package and ongoing support from the Ministry of Awesome start-up activation team at Te Ohaka.
Marian Johnson, Chief Executive of MoA says, “The Brothers Green were part of the first cohort of 20 entrepreneurs to enter Te Ohaka in 2019. We are proud to surround them with the start-up acceleration and support they need to get market traction and recognition.”
Brendon says, “We want to educate the world about the huge nutritional and environmental benefits of hemp. Of course, this has to start with removing the stigma from hemp in its constant confusion with THC.”
“Our Hempy Bars were made for children
and families. They are gluten free, dairy free, nut free, low in sugar, plant-based, and of course contain no THC. They really are a perfect superfood and snack for kids and we’ve had a very enthusiastic response from all the children and adults who have tried them.”
Brad, a former rural banker, and Brendon, a pharmacist with post-grad qualifications in nutrition, have given up their former day jobs to devote themselves to developing hemp-based products. As well as their bars, they have hemp clothing and skincare ranges, and are planning to contribute a percentage of their profits to fund mental health and addiction care for lowincome Kiwis in the future.
Foodstuffs Chief Executive Steve Anderson said it was exciting to see innovative, small-scale companies like The Brothers Green getting their products on supermarket shelves. What often holds entrepreneurs back is access to expertise, R&D and barriers to market; FoodStarter helps remove these barriers.
“We want small suppliers who have clever ideas and great products to become part of the Foodstuffs familywe want them to grow with us,” says Steve. “Winning products are
not just born in big companies – it’s innovative entrepreneurs and small businesses like the Brothers Green who often disrupt the norm by using raw products in ways which can have major success.”
Working with Foodstuffs has been a great fit for Te Ohaka, according to Tony Gray, Chief Executive of Ara Institute of Canterbury. “Our focus at Te Ohaka is on growing innovation and entrepreneurship at Ara and across Canterbury. Attracting and providing opportunities for young entrepreneurs is a core part of what we do.”
To be eligible, entrants must be an individual entrepreneur or small business with an innovative food or beverage product. Entrants can come from anywhere in New Zealand, but the winner must be willing to take full advantage of the Canterbury-based acceleration prize package.
Last year’s top five pressure cooker finalists were Fernglen Limited, Brothers Green, The Kasundi Project, Ento, and Empire Coffee.
For more information or to enter the FoodStarter competition, visit www. FoodStarter. co.nz
Earlier this year the Council ran a community survey to gauge support for its preferred new library site in Decks Reserve, in the area fronting Wallace Street between the Japanese Gardens and the iSite. It received 382 responses, of which 67% supported the preferred site, with comments in favour of it being a central location with good access.
Other results from the survey included:
71% support an 1100m2 library
88% support a focus on good accessibility
87% support a focus on family friendly features
86% support a range of spaces for different uses
This feedback, combined with the
Tasman Mayor Richard Kempthorne says conversations with iwi and the Motueka Community Board over the past six months had raised questions over the scope and location of the new library.
“We have spent some time working through the various concerns that have come up through ongoing engagement with the community about the library development.”
Richard says the conversation had covered whether the library’s scope should be expanded to include a second storey to co-locate other services. It also covered potential future sea level rise.
“The outcome is that we will proceed with the development as a single-storey library between the Japanese Gardens and the iSite.
The $5 million budget for this project is going to be tight. Increasing the scope of the project by adding a second storey to the building, or co-locating other services such
“Future sea level rise implications, if no mitigation measures are available, are projected to begin having an impact on the site in around 2100. These will be dealt with through ensuring appropriate floor levels and other planning requirements to alleviate flood risk,” says Richard. “We will continue to work with iwi throughout the library redevelopment process.”
“The new library is going to be a fantastic community asset for Motueka, in a great central location with good access and parking.”
The decision was made in the confidential part of a Full Council meeting on September, 12 but the Council resolved to publicly release the decision because it is of high interest to the Motueka community.Construction of the new library is planned to begin in 2020.
11 Greenwood St, Motueka 7120
Sandra has a gift with animals and it shows. It’s a wonder to watch as she calls out to her babies and fifteen alpacas come bounding down the hill to great her. Sandra and Hans are the friendly faces behind Ruby Downs Alpacas, an award-winning alpaca breeding retreat situated close to Ruby Bay.
Ruby Down Alpaca’s is currently home to almost 60 of these incredibly friendly creatures. Sandra and Hans are passionate about breeding quality alpaca’s and have been doing so on their vast property for around five years. They are well known on the Alpaca circuit, their excellence for breeding these gorgeous animals is legendary.
Beyond their charm and quirky good looks, alpacas are responsible for bearing some of the silkiest, most versatile fibre found in nature. Alpaca fleece is a speciality fibre that has been described as stronger than mohair, finer than cashmere, smoother than silk, softer than cotton, warmer than goose down and not itchy like wool. In fact alpaca fleece is often referred to as ‘the fleece from the gods’. At Ruby Downs Alpaca’s you will discover a range of gorgeous alpaca fleece products. From duvet inners to the softest beanies and scarves, as soon as you touch this fibre you’ll understand why it’s so revered.
Sandra explains that she is expecting four babies to be born by Christmas and they are very cute. Due to the success of their breeding programme their Alpacas are highly sought after. Their animals are brought by other breeders in New Zealand and from as far away as Europe and the UK.
National Alpaca Day is in May, do make a note of it. On that very special day, Sandra and Hans open their farm up to the public. Ruby Downs Alpacas offer tours of their property (by appointment only). They also sell alpacas as pets to good homes.
If you wish to find out more or book a tour please contact them via email alpacas@rubydowns.co.nz or phone Sandra on 021 472 070 or Hans on 021 472420.
For more information go online and check out their website rubydownsalpacas.co.nz and social media facebook.com/rubydownsalpacas
Known for their friendly nature and inquisitive personalities, alpacas make incredible pets. Sandra describes them as easy on the land, because unlike cows and sheep, alpacas won’t strip the paddock bare. They are also naturally inquisitive and far easier to handle than sheep. Did you know that their manure doesn’t burn and can be put straight on the garden? Alpacas are an extremely useful animal indeed.
Presently Sandra and Hans have a number of pregnant girls, Alpaca’s are pregnant for 11 – 11.5 months, but it’s worth the wait.
If you are looking for an adventure these school holidays, or in fact at any time of the year, then a trip to Anatoki Salmon is a must-do. This spectacular destination has been providing memories for over twenty years and continues to improve and inspire others. Located in stunning Golden Bay, Anatoki Salmon is a legendary attraction.
Experience the thrill of catching your own food.
Come find a magical spot on Lake Anatoki to cast your line and land your lunch. No experience is required for this fishing activity and Anatoki Salmon will provide gear at no charge. Watch these majestic fish back-flip out of the water, listen as they splash on the surface and keep your eye out for the big one. Feel the thrill as the salmon teases your line with nibbles just before you reel it in and land it with delight. Enjoy your freshly caught salmon prepared as you like it in the cafe or take it away.
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Eat your catch onsite fresh, smoked or take it home.
Anatoki Salmon will prepare your fish to perfection so you can eat it on the spot!
Choose from hot smoked cooked salmon, or eat it raw - Japanese style. Of course, you don’t have to catch your own fish. The menu at the farm offers a variety of mouth-watering salmon delights that are sure to tempt you. There is also a selection of locally brewed beer and exceptional wines specially chosen to complement Anatoki Salmon.
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Providing service and solutions in Freshwater Management since 1988
Pleased to have been associated with Jan and team at Anatoki Salmon since the beginning
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Pleased to have been associated with Jan and team at Anatoki Salmon since the beginning
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Pleased to have been associated with Jan and team at Anatoki Salmon
Experience the relationship between free wild creatures and humans, as you hand-feed them. The eels are hibernating during the winter months but are very hungry from October till May. Watch and feed these historic eels in the little streams near the Salmon farm cafe.
Eel food is available for purchase at the salmon farm cafe for only $2.00.
The amazing Dan van der Eijk of Anatoki Salmon fills in our readers on what is new at the farm.
“The golden concept of catching a fish to eat on the spot hasn’t changed since the start of the operation. But we always try to add and improve the service around the concept to offer an even better experience to our customers.”
“All Winter we’ve been working to create a natural playground and a funky playhouse for the kids. Mom and dad can enjoy a drink while their children can entertain themselves.”
“The historic Tame Eels have moved to the little streams near the salmon farm. We’ve created a pretty cool spot to hand feed them just as Maggi McCallum first did over 100 years ago.”
“There are lots of different small farm animals roaming around in grassy picnic areas adjacent to the farm.”
“We’ve upgraded the menu for people that want to experience our salmon without catching their own fish. We now offer a beautiful Salmon Platter, bagels and a delicious hot smoked salmon pizza.”
Dan goes on to explain the importance of our environment and sustainable business practices.
“Sustainability is a hot item. We try to reduce our carbon footprint as much as we can.”
“Two years ago we planted 100 lemon trees so we can use them in the cafe. We can feed them beautiful compost made from fish manure and our cardboard pizza boxes.”
“We grow watercress on floating gardens. The roots of the watercress filter the water. We’re working on to become plastic-free when it comes to our packaging and we try to use local suppliers as much as we can.
Whether you wish to catch a fish yourself, entertain the kids for a day or show off our incredible region to some visitors, then Anatoki Salmon is an absolute must.
You will find them in Golden Bay at 230 McCallum Road, Takaka. Simply head over the hill and follow the signs. Anatoki Salmon is open seven days a week from 9.30 am - 4.30 pm (last entry at 4 pm).
To find out more check out their website anatokisalmon.co.nz and their social media facebook.com/ Anatokisalmon
208 High Street, Motueka Ph 03-929 8533
There’s an incredible café in High Street where you can escape the humdrum of everyday life and truly experience a break. Tucked away behind Bayleys, in the old gothic, is a pathway lined with gorgeous blossoming trees, step through a funky pink wrought iron gate and discover the magic that is Bloom café.
Yara and Aaron are both qualified chefs who fell in love while training. Yara noted down the word Bloom as a possible café name years ago and Aaron uses many edible flowers in his cuisine. Bloom is now real and it’s amazing.
The menu is diverse and inclusive, covering all types of tastes and desires. Aaron has been creating delicious cuisine for almost two decades and is at home in the kitchen. There are gluten-free, keto and vegan options among other choices and Aaron is always happy to tweak an item for any customers with special requirements.
Bloom offers both brunch and lunch as well as luscious food from their cabinet and a wide range of drinks including smoothies and fabulous coffee. Yes they even make Keto coffee!
Bloom is a true escape and the surroundings are sublime. The atmosphere is a welcoming, light, airy oasis, scattered with lush plants and stunning floral blooms. You’ll discover a range of artwork for sale, currently around ten artists are displaying their work. This diverse eclectic collection includes outrageous mugs from Studio Soph, limited edition ‘Bloom’ earrings from SJC Resin Art, handcrafted pounamu jewellery and works by Clouds of Colour to name but a few.
Do have a browse, the artwork at Bloom is definitely a talking point and a great place to pick up an original gift for a loved one. Below the artwork there is a collection of lush healthy baby houseplants available for purchase, allowing you to take a piece of Bloom home with you.
If you love pizza, Bloom makes some of the best. The dough is handstretched and pizzas are made to order, reminiscent of Italy with fresh flavours and mozzarella cheese. One of the most popular items on their menu is Aarons legendary seafood chowder. Some customers say it’s the best chowder they have ever tasted.
For those with a sweet tooth, the range of treats will leave you salivating. Delicate raspberry, vanilla and lemon sponges tempt the taste buds as does a colourful rose and pistachio slice.
The chalkboard behind the counter displaying Bloom’s menu is another work of art. Each month a different artist is invited to create a border around the menu. Blackboard art is stunning and this month Abby has showcased her talents with an array of flowers, quirky buildings and a whole lot of love. If you are a local artist interested in being Blooms chalkboard artist for the month, pop in and let Yara know.
Spring Booksale
30 September – 5th October
NZ Chocolate Week
Sweet “Surprise Reads” for adults.
NZ Chocolate Week
Friday 4 October, 2pm-3pm
Chocolate’ themed stories, word games and Lucky Dip surprises.
Suitable for children and those who enjoy picture books.
Salt and pepper fried calamari, yum!
Bloom is passionate about takeaway mugs, encouraging customers to think about the environment. You won’t find any disposable cups at Bloom, instead they have a wonderful mug library. And let’s face it, hot drinks always taste better in a crockery mug than a polystyrene cup. The feedback from their mug library has been both positive and appreciative of this initiative.
Bloom is open seven days a week from 8.30 am – 4 pm. You may also book out Bloom for a function outside of these hours. They take bookings for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or any special occasion, and what a venue it is. Contact Bloom via email bloomcafemotueka@gmail.com and do check out their facebook page, facebook.com/bloomcafemotueka/
Yara and Aaron wish to thank everyone who has helped make this dream a reality, especially their amazing staff. They couldn’t have done it without you all.
If you are looking for a real escape in the middle of town, then head to Bloom in High St, it is magical.
Magnificent Mr Shapes
Saturday 5 October, 11am-11.45am
Kiwi Authors “Surprise Lucky Dip Reads”
7 - 21 October
Enjoy a slice of Aotearoa with your “Surprise Read”
Journalling Workshops with Gabrielle Daly Workshop 1: 9 October, 10am-12pm
Time of your life: focussing on your life journey and reflecting on life situations
Takeaway mugs, because our environment matters.
Wonderful Words Storytime
Thursdays, 3 and 10 October, 10am - 11am
Self Publishing with The Copy Press
Tuesday 15 October, 1pm - 2pm
Dave Mcmanus talks about producing and selling self-published books.
Making Movies with Stef Harris
Wednesday 16 October, 6pm
Hear writer and director Stef Harris talk about his process to produce an international award-winning film
For the last five years, the team at Fusion Hair have been creating memorable experiences for their clientele. This month they are celebrating their journey and the amazing clients who have supported them in reaching this milestone.
Julie and her team wish to extend a big thank you to their clients and our community for all your support over the last five years.
Over the course of their journey Fusion Hair has grown from strength to strength. A string of regular clientele is a testament to their outstanding service and success. Previously known as The Hair Shop, Fusion HaIr was established five years ago by Julie, one of Motueka’s most experienced hair stylist’s.
Julie
and the fabulous team at Fusion
Julie and her team guarantee you will receive the best hair experience possible. They offer a broad range of professional services from quality cuts to the most gorgeous hair colouring. If you are looking for highlights, an updated look or a simple trim, Fusion Hair is the place to go.
Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are also welcomed. Keep an eye out for their specials and exclusive deals with their apprentice Sylvia on their facebook and Instagram, as well as on their blackboard outside the salon.
Fusion are looking for a qualified hairstylist.
Do you have what it takes?
Are you interested?
Then please give them a call today on 528 9999
At Fusion Hair they care for your hair with a top of the line product range. Stocking both Angel and De Lorenzo brands you can also purchase these outstanding ranges in the Salon.
De Lorenzo are well known for their natural approach to hair care and produce quality products in an environmentally responsible way. De Lorenzo use organic ingredients that are sustainably farmed and wild-harvested whenever possible.
Angel hair products are just as well known for their sustainability. Angel does not test on animals; their range boasts organic ingredients with no parabens, laureth sulfate, mineral oil or paraffin oil. And the fragrance is divine. Having top quality products instore allows the stylists at Fusion Hair to create a remarkable difference to your hair.
If you are looking for a pair of the renowned GHD straighteners, then look no further. Fusion Hair stock these incredible straighteners. Make someones day and pick them up as a gift or treat yourself to a pair. Fusion Hair also offer gift vouchers, these make a fabulous present, especially with Christmas coming.
Go and see the team at Fusion hair today, they are conveniently located in the Decks Reserve car park, adjacent to Paper Plus. While you are there, wish Julie and the team a happy birthday. Don’t forget to enter their draw for the month of October to win one of two luxurious gift baskets. You will enjoy a unique salon experience in their comfortable, spacious surroundings and leave looking and feeling amazing.
Discover Fusion on facebook facebook.com/Fusion. Hair.Ltd.Motueka or give Julie and her amazing team a call on 03 528 9999.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Join us in the cause to help women in need today. Every person should know the symptoms and signs of breast cancer, and any time an abnormality is discovered, it should be investigated by a healthcare professional. Most people who have breast cancer symptoms and signs will initially notice only one or two, and the presence of these symptoms and signs do not automatically mean that you have breast cancer.
It’s as simple as TLC: Touch, Look, Check - Know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
Everyone’s breasts are different; your breasts can change with age and at different times of the month. It’s important to get to know how your breasts normally look and feel so it will be easier to spot if there are any unusual changes for you.
Checking your breasts only takes a few minutes. There’s no special technique and you don’t need any training to check your breasts.
There are many different signs and symptoms of breast cancer, checking your breasts for any unusual change is important. Remember to check the whole breast area including your upper chest and armpits. What changes to look for:
• A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit. You might feel the lump, but not see it.
• Changes in the size or shape of the breast
• A change in skin texture i.e. puckering or dimpling of the skin
• A change in the colour of the breast - the breast may look red or inflamed
• Rash, crusting or changes to the nipple
• Any unusual discharge from either nipple
Talk to your GP if you have noticed any changes in your breasts.
This October, your breast health is in your own hands – literally.
Pre Check, an innovative app from Breast Cancer Foundation NZ – launched to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month – will take women into a whole new world of breast health awareness. Visual, tactile and audio cues help you search for signs of breast cancer on screen. When you find one, you can learn more about it before being invited to look for other signs.
Once you’ve explored all the symptoms, a ‘how-to’ guide will teach you what to look for when self-checking. You’ll even have the option to set your own reminder for regular self-checks. This will send a push-notification to your phone, urging you to ‘touch, look and check’ and showing you how.
“Pre Check is a significant new wellbeing tool for women in New Zealand,” says Breast Cancer Foundation NZ’s chief executive, Evangelia Henderson. “It’s an innovation that empowers women and gives them confidence to take control of their own breast health.”
The information has been available before but this is a new way of putting it in people’s hands, Mrs Henderson says.
“We encourage everyone from the age of 20 to ‘know your normal’. We urge women of breast-screening age to stay vigilant between mammograms, and younger women to be breast aware at all times. The beauty of Pre Check is that it puts vital information, quite literally, at people’s fingertips.
“Because it’s totally portable, you can check whenever and wherever it suits. It’s such a great way to be proactive with your breast health. And because it’s accessible to everyone, it transcends age, cultural background, income and education levels,” she says.
“Breast cancer is most treatable when it is found early, so early detection is your best protection. That’s why it’s vital to know the signs and ‘know your normal’ – and if you notice any changes, see your doctor immediately.
“If Pre Check encourages women to be more alert to breast changes and to see their doctors earlier, we believe it will save lives.”
Sarah Gandy, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in January this year at age 36, says the new app is a safe, credible source of information that will get people away from ‘Doctor Google’. “Having something that gives you the confidence to know you’re self-checking properly, and reminds you to do it regularly, is amazing,” Sarah says.
You can download Pre Check for free from the App store or Google Play, or go to www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/precheck
A sensory mobile interface leverages the power of touch, sight and sound to help women gain a better understanding of nine symptoms of breast cancer. Each symptom has been recreated using haptic feedback technology to add to the experience.
The educational tool allows users to feel around the screen in search of breast cancer signs. You’re then prompted to “get to know your own normal”. Through an easy-to-follow visual guide, women are taught how to do a self-check. Personalised monthly reminders ensure these self-checks become routine.
Parklands School’s Endangered Species
On Thursday night at the Motueka Memorial RSA, sponsors of the new look Dart area were invited to have a drink and be thanked for what has been done. It was revamped in time for the National Darts tournaments in Motueka and great compliments were paid from Dart players who were here from all over the country and visited the RSA. Sponsors were: Greg & Donna Bradley from Laser Electrical, Whitwells Menswear, Scott Bin Hire, Pat Hall Summit Realty, Phil and Rebecca Hodges, W.P. Sturgeon, Julz Lynch The Builder Ltd, Liquorland Motueka, and Image Creators Motueka. The Dart Club at the RSA has grown considerably in the last year and keeps on growing, if anyone is interested in joining, head down on a Thursday night at 7pm.
Motueka/Riwaka touch season begins soon and they are looking for people to register through the online form system. To register go to www. motuekatocuh.co.nz and select the form. All relevant dates and fees can be found on the page.
Children’s touch will run with two grades for years 3 to 8 with a cost of only $20 per team. A development session for years 1-2 will take place at 4.30pm each Thursday.
All grades are played with six aside and mixed grades are three women and three men. A special families in touch grade is designed for parents and family to play alongside children to help support them.
From October, 17 each Thursday the young grades will have their games at
New World Winners; Dennis Hall, Michele Reardon and Nick Van Leeuwen.
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The Riwaka Bowling Club was recently awarded a Rata Foundation grant to replace its much-loved but wellworn bowling green. Work to remove the old bowling surface took place almost immediately with a specialist machine and expertise in the form of vastly experienced greenkeeper Ron Sabin travelling up from Canterbury for the project. While the machine skimmed the surface off the green many cubic meters of soil had to be removed by hand. The Riwaka community railed behind the project with around 40 people volunteering their time for the weekend-long working bee, as did green keepers from other clubs around the area.
few weeks.
Motueka/Riwaka touch season begins on Thursday, 17 October.
5pm with other grades following at 5.45pm.
Grades for the 2019/20 Motueka Touch competition are; Mens A B C, masters (ages 35+) Womens, Mixed A B C, Mixed D/ family touch and kids touch.
Registrations close October 4. Updates will be on Facebook – Motueka/Riwaka Touch.
For further information about kids touch contact Melissa Cullen melissakenning@ rocketmail.com
All other enquiries to module organiser Jess Drummond jess.d@ xtra.co.nz
After a postponement two weeks ago the inaugural New World Masters was held on Saturday. A huge field of over 100 players competed in a fantastic tournament. The club is incredibly grateful for the support of Bruce Miller and Motueka New World.
There was an extensive prize table and those who benefited were; Best Gross Winners; Men
The newly levelled green was then seeded on the following Monday with signs of new growth expected in the second week of October. Having already supervised the same process for more than 20 greens around the South Island, Ron Sabin predicted bowling on the new green will be possible in December. The Rata Foundation grant also included funds to restore the area around the green and other refurbishment works for the Clubrooms, all of which will take place over the next
In the meantime, a series of social events are being planned, the first of which is a live performance by local band Holly’s Hat Trick. The band is celebrating the release of its second album with a live performance at the Club this coming Saturday the 5th of October from 7pm with support from DJ Heavy Set. The event is free to members and guests with food being available for purchase as well as a fantastic variety of local craft beer, cider and wines. The Club will then be open on Wednesday evenings for social evenings and competitions on the Club’s new pool table.
Anybody interested in joining the Riwaka Bowling Club is encouraged to check out the Club’s Facebook page https://www.facebook. com/riwakabowlingclub/, or to email the
Club at riwakabowlingclub@gmail.com or to phone on 03 9709790.
The coming summer bowling season is shaping as the biggest in many years for the 72-year-old club. A joint two-day tournament has been confirmed with the Motueka Bowling Club for Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 of January 2020. With joint sponsors GoldenEdge MDF and Hay’s Plumbing onboard, the prize pool for the open triples competition is $1,250. Motueka is the host club for the tournament this year with play also taking place at the Riwaka Club. Entries for the tournament can be made directly at the Motueka Bowling Club or to Sheryl Riordan via email okiwi.girl@gmail. com
Results for the Ladies weekday games for 24/09/2019
18 Hole Ladies Nett & Gross
1st Gross: Kerry McConchie 81
1st equal Nett: Fiona McKenzie , Jacquie Martin & Penny Brown
Anne Lawrence 72 Jackie Hall 75 Closest to the Pin : Alison McMillan
Nett Eagles: Jacquie Martin on 10, Elizabeth Martin 6, Kerry McConchie
1st: Jackie Patterson
Helen Hughey
Linda Jenkins 40
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CARERS SUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer, or recovering from cancer. Come and meet others and discuss what you would find helpful from this group. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details
COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, 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
SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS MOTUEKA
If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz
YOGA FOR PEOPLE AFFECTED BY CANCER Thursdays 5.15pm Register info@cancernelson. org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details
MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
For people affected by and/or supporting someone with cancer. Tuesdays 1pm Fairfield House $3 donation to Cancer Society phone 539 1137
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
BLOOD CANCER SUPPORTGROUP
Meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 2636 or Lloyd 544 2636
DO YOUHAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM?
Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.
BOOMERANG BAGS MOTUEKA
Sewing bees take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at MoTEC (9 Pah Street - side door) between 1 and 3 pm. All skill levels welcome. More information from 027 528 4563
KATRINA ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30-12.
MOTUEKAAIKIDO
Children, Teenagers and Adults classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 021 205 0143
MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB
Meets 1st Monday of month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz
MOTUEKA RED CROSS IN COMMUNITY HOUSE
Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.
MOTUEKA TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER CLUB
Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street
Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details
SOCIAL INDOOR BOWLS Every Monday & Wednesday 1:15pm - 3pm. Motueka Senior Citizens, 10 Pah St, Motueka. Come along and have some fun. Phone Terry 528 7104 for more info.
NEW 2 MOT 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.
FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP Leisure Marching. Motueka Veteranettes. Join us for practices, coffee and occasional travel. Contacts Carole 528 9048 or 027 325 1968 / Betty 528 6901 or 021 120 9248.
MOTUEKA COMMUNITY HOUSE MEETING ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE for small group meetings – very reasonable rates. Please contact Rae or Gaile on 03 528 0404 or drop in and see us Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm.
TEA & TALKFOR THOSE AGED 65+ Morning tea is provided. Every Wednesdays at The Shed, 24a Tudor Street, Motueka and every second Wednesday in the Anglican Parish Hall, 42 Commercial Street, Takaka, from 10am to 11.30am.
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.
NELSON TROUT FISHING CLUB
7pm on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, Fish and Game Rooms, 66/74 Champion Road, Stoke. Seasoned trout fisher or getting started. , the club offers something for everyone. Phone 035476432, Email secretary@nelsontroutfishingclub.com or visit www.nelsontroutfishingclub.com
LIONESS CLUBOF MOTUEKA & DISTRICTS
One day Jam, Sauce and Pickle Stall at New World. Thursday 3 October.
SILENTAUCTION Motueka Arts council offers you a chance to own replica art piece of the Community Sculpture, Arrivals’ & Departures.Collect your number from Whitwells Mens Wear and place your bid. Auction closes 11 October.
KINDNESS POWER Saturday 5 Oct 10.00am12.00 Senior Citizens Rooms (Behind Motueka Library) A morning of exploration with meditation teacher and speaker BONNI ROSS All welcome. By dana / koha Contact jane.hobday17@gmail.com
SENIORNET MOTUEKA Keep up to date with technology and the information revolution. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Maureen on 02102600432 or go to www.seniornetmotueka. org.nz
SING: CHRISTMAS CAROL CLASS All women
A Capella 4 part harmony singing class. Learn a Carol then join us in December singing in Nelson CBD. Learn, live and love to sing with Nelson Bays Harmony Chorus. 6 week night class starts Thurs 24 Oct 7pm at Club Waimea Richmond. Jenny 027 5444121.
MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS 10PAH STREET
RUMMIKUB every THURSDAY 1-4pm Contact Dylis 5288960. DRAWING GROUP every FRIDAY 10-12am Contact Shirley. ACTIVITIES AFTERNOON 11th OCTOBER1.15-3pm Contact Mavis 5268796. All welcome.
NELSON RAILWAY at Founders Park. The Railcar will be running daily during the school holidays,weather permitting, between 11am and 4pm. Adults $6 Children $4 Under 3 years free.
MOTUEKAREBUS CLUB This month’s Coffee and Chat will be at Kai Cafe in Kaiteriteri on Friday October 4th at 2.30 pm. All welcome. Contact John 0274082206.
MOTUEKA DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP meeting is 10 am Wednesday 9th October at the Red Beret cafe 145 high street Motueka. Phone Heather 5289689
death notices agm
COWDREY, BEULAH GLASSEY (BEU)
6/10/1929 - 5/09/2019
Loved wife of the late Charles Edwin Cowdrey (Win). Cherished mother of Viv McNabb, Richard Cowdrey, Ned Cowdrey, Megan Gordon and their families.
Invite you to attend in accordance of Beulah's wishes a celebration of her life which will be held in the lounge of Woodland's Retirement Village Rest Home, 6 Edgewood Crescent, Motueka, Saturday 5/10/2019 at 2.00pm followed by light refreshments.
$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 027 448 4430 (weekdays 9am4pm).
ANTIQUES , furniture (desks, bookcases, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, chaise lounge, wardrobe, mirrors, rugs etc). Collectibles, paintings, toys, books, records etc. Sell, buy, value. 6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond ph 544 0723. Open Mon-Sat. www. antiquesnewzealand. co.nz
TA SM AN Carpet
Cleaning - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.
for sale
Sunday, 6th October, 11am at the Marae.
All Whanau welcome.
property maintenance
Garage sales are free for up to 16 words and must be either emailed or brought into the office. Phone calls not accepted. Businesses will incur normal charges.
THORP ST Saturday 8.30am 5th October. Signs out. Down sizing. Plenty to see.
SUNDAY 6th 8am at Beefair Foods 117 High St. Commercial and Domestic Equipment. Eftpos available.
Hedges, Tree work, Shrubs, Odd jobs. Local references. Matt 0212613501 :)
raffle results
BIGRAFFLE DRAW NO 3
1st prize $500 ticket No. 366 2nd prize $200 ticket No. 487 3rd prize $200 ticket No. 809 4th prize $100 ticket No. 45
raffle results
JA CKI NG LIS Community Hospital. 380 Denise Mackay 114 A. Biggs 182 Jennie
INTRODUCTORY COURSE
10.30am & 7.00pm
Your investment $140
Maximum 12 per class bookings required
WANTED TO BUY
CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY
VINTAGE / QUALITY TOOLS
MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS
GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS COLLECTION &
storage
HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.
STORAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.
TASMAN Storage units available from $5.90pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Phone 528 0071.
stump grinding
STUMP Grinding, tree felling. Stumps ground to mulch for ready gardening. Ph: Andrew 021 081 82 123, AH (03) 553 0633.
School bus driver’s wanted for 15 – 20 hrs per week, class 2 licence required, based in Motueka.
Everyone loves the feeling of freshness, and spring is the season of new beginnings – fresh buds bloom, animal awaken, and earth seems to come to life again. History shows that during Spring and Summer, both supply and demand of properties increases incredibly. Spring is now here, are you prepared?
The relaxation of lending restrictions for purchasers with smaller deposits has been a boon for rst-home buyers. From 1st October 2019 the ‘kiwisaver grant’ will become ‘First Home Grant’ and will come with some positive changes to assist with home ownership. The minimum deposit for the grant will reduce to 5% and will be paid to all buyers, capping will be removed. For anyone who is thinking of buying their rst home, I strongly suggest talking to your bank or mortgage broker to nd out how these changes can help you take the rst step on the property ladder.
Brighter days and a revitalised market for selling your home. Buyers come out in greater numbers in spring, and the signs many of our salespeople are seeing back a market view that this spring will bring a strong pick-up in listings. For vendors who are thinking of selling their property, now is the time to get the process started.
They say information is power, knowing your market insights plays an important role in making the right decision for the biggest asset in your life. This is where quality advice from experienced real estate professionals is crucial. Just as you remain loyal to your family doctor, a similar philosophy should apply to your real estate agent. Rest assured, the show of faith will be reciprocated many times over in terms of expertise and negotiation skills. There is no right or wrong season to sell your home, only right or wrong ways to sell it. If you would like to talk about today’s market or set up a strategy meeting to figure out when the best time is FOR YOU to sell your property, call me now!
Market: 42 Median Sale Price: $508,000
is give me a call. Wheather you are looking to upsize and pull the current equity in your home, or if you are looking to downsize and use the equity as your retirement money, we are here to help!
