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QSM for tireless volunteer

For more than three decades Motueka’s Jan Riley has been devoted to the Cancer Society and the Nelson Tasman Hospice and in this year’s Queen’s Birthday honours Jan was fittingly awarded a Queen’s Service medal for ‘services to cancer support and fundraising’.

“It was surreal, I hadn’t really taken it all in when I found out but oh my goodness I was very humbled about the whole thing,” says Jan.

Jan has held multiple roles across the Nelson Tasman Hospice, including working as a family support volunteer directly with patients for 22 years. She has coordinated the Tree of Remembrance, an annual Hospice promotion, for 18 years.

Since 2013 she has been responsible for sending cards and letters to bereaved families in our area and coordinating the local raffle promotion.

Jan established a service offering birthday flowers for patients and for

more than ten years has coordinated the Monday Club, a support group for cancer and hospice patients and bereaved families, and she applied her organisational skills as the paid manager of the first Hospice Shop in Motueka.

In her 31 years with the Nelson/Tasman Cancer Society as the Daffodil Day area coordinator Jan has grown the volunteer base in Motueka to more than

100 volunteers. Her efforts have made a significant contribution to the success of these fundraisers for the Cancer Society.

It was after nursing her cancer-stricken mother in Collingwood back in the late seventies with no real outside support, Jan determined that she’d help others so they didn’t experience the lack of support she did.

“It’s all about being

able to help people and raising money to help other families go through what they’re going through,” says Jan.

She’s quick to point out that without the invaluable support of her family, friends, numerous volunteers and the generosity of land owners and daffodil growers such as Rex and Lois Limmer and Don Heslop, the success of our local Daffodil Day wouldn’t

be what it is.

And thankfully for the community she has no plans of giving it up anytime soon.

“I’d sooner do all of this than housework. I’ll absolutely carry on while I’m able, this is what keeps me going. I love the daffodils, they just smile at you, they’re such happy flowers, there’s just something about them.”

There’s just something about Jan too.

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Motueka’s Jan Riley has been awarded a QSM for services to cancer support and fundraising.

Motueka SPCA Op Shop awarded ‘Best Team’

Manager of the SPCA Motueka Op Shop, Gail Judd, has long known she has the best team of volunteers around her but now it’s been confirmed with a national award.

“The team here is really awesome, without them the shop wouldn’t be the success it is,” says Gail. “After the Boxing Day hail storm everyone jumped in and helped out and we had lots of laughs while doing it.”

SPCA is celebrating its extraordinary volunteers with the 2021 SPCA Purina National Volunteer Awards. Each year the charity pays tribute to the thousands of volunteers who donate their time and energy to help make a difference to the lives of New Zealand’s most vulnerable animals.

The awards recognise the incredible contribution SPCA volunteers make, from the selfless kiwis who foster animals and

help out at Centres, to those who give their time each week to raise crucial funds through SPCA’s Op Shops.

With more than 10 volunteers to every one staff member, SPCA Chief Executive Andrea Midgen says the reality is that without volunteers, the charity simply wouldn’t be able to function.

“Our volunteers really are the heart of SPCA and if it weren’t for them, we wouldn’t be able to help the number of animals that we do each year. Op Shops are a crucial way SPCA raises funds to help rescue, rehabilitate and rehome vulnerable animals all over the country, and I am delighted to present the SPCA Purina National Volunteer Award for Best Op Shop Team to the Motueka Op Shop,” says Andrea.

“The 17 volunteers who make up this team have shown incredible

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commitment to the store and I would like to thank them for their generosity and support, particularly with how they responded when a severe hail storm damaged the shop on Boxing Day. The team spent several days clearing out the shop and drying out the interior, before coming back to give it a complete clean so it could reopen. This team is a shining example of community spirit and we are so grateful to have them as part of the SPCA family.”

SPCA volunteers contribute to the charity in a range of ways including running the charity’s Op Shops, collecting donations, socialising the animals, cleaning enclosures, fostering animals and helping out with cleaning and laundry at SPCA’s Centres.

SPCA staff and volunteers around the country nominated 143 of their most

exceptional volunteers, which were then judged by a panel of Purina and SPCA staff. Six award categories put a spotlight on the different ways volunteers contribute to SPCA, and SPCA and Purina announced the winners to mark the start of National Volunteer Week. The winners receive a year’s supply of Purina One pet food for their pet, as well as a Nespresso Breville “Essenza Mini” Espresso Machine, worth a total value of $600.

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Some of the SPCA Motueka Op Shop team with their beloved pets.

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Award-winning singers performing in Mapua

On Saturday, 10 July sweet voices will ring out from Mapua when the Nelson Bays Harmony Chorus will perform their awardwinning song set from the National Barbershop contest in Christchurch in early May.

The group of around 40 women meet on Thursdays at Club Waimea to sing and learn A Capella, with a dedicated group carpooling from Motueka including Vicki Knegt and Barbara Morris.

It was at the Motueka Sunday Market when Vicki first came across the group.

“I was just in awe of these women singing who were trying to recruit people. So I ended up going along and I’m still there! It’s a great family of singers,” says Vicki.

It was at the Christchurch concert the Chorus was awarded with medals for scooping the

Audience Choice Award.

At the contest, the group presented a singing and acting

package that spoke to fair pay, equal treatment, and better workplace conditions for women with a mix

of show tunes and pop songs.

The audience are sure to be impressed by the women’s

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Veronica Dugdale Motueka I would not lend out my tweezers.

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The Nelson Bays Harmony Chorus onstage at the National Barbershop contest in Christchurch.

Some of the members, back from left: Ruth Townsend, Cally Stockdale, Barbara Morris, Charmaine Boocock and Yvonna Hofsteede.

Front from left: Vicki Knegt, Phillipa Beckmanand and Hilary Clifton.

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Night closures on Takaka Hill

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s repair work on SH60 over Takaka Hill will involve seven nights of traffic closure from Monday night, 5 July.

Please note, Term Two for school pupils ends on Friday, 9 July so anyone heading to or from Takaka that first weekend needs to factor this

into their travel.

A large, replacement steel pipe or culvert has to be installed under the highway to ensure the site drains properly in future heavy rainfalls.

This is the first in a number of night closures planned in coming months on SH60, aiming to restore the road to two-way traffic before this summer holiday season.

Times closed: Monday, 5 July to Monday, 12 July, 9pm to 5am each night/ early morning.

Waka Kotahi thanks all users of the Takaka Hill highway for their patience while the highway is reduced to a single lane for repairs, and planning around the night closures. Emergency vehicles will be accommodated at all times. Site

Ethical or sustainable investment is about avoiding funds that invest in fossil fuels, weapons and other harmful practices. The Local Matters Group have invited Barry Coates to speak on this important topic on July, 7 at the Mapua Hall. Barry Coates is the founder of ‘Mindful Money’, a charity that promotes ethical and responsible investment. The aim of ‘Mindful Money’ is to make money work for sustainability. Barry has a wealth of knowledge and will provide objective information empowering people to take an informed look at their Kiwisaver and other financial activities.

Finding out the finer details of investments can be hard and time consuming and some providers may also use ‘greenwashing’ techniques to mask certain practices.

Barry will discuss how easy it is to select the right provider and also how simple it is to change providers.

Barry will also explain some of the changes recently made by our government and the changing landscape related

to green investments around the world and how public/private action has contributed to this. He will also provide his view on the broader changes that can be put in place to shift the financial system as a whole towards more sustainable practice. Trends overseas already show that companies that move towards more ethical and nonfossil fuel investments are gaining momentum and do better than those who do not move with the times.

Barry Coates is the former CEO of Oxfam New Zealand and a former Green Party MP. He is passionate about climate justice, sustainability and social equity. He received the Sustainable Business Network award as Sustainability Champion in 2016.

“Money Matters” is a Local Matters event, organised by the Motueka Branch of the Green Party of Aotearoa.

Wednesday, 7 July Mapua Community Hall, 7.30 pm. Entry: $10, students with ID - free. Supper included.

Barry Coates, Founder and CEO of Mindful Money.

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Take & Make Kits – Fridge Magnets

The theme this week is Tropical birds & NZ birds, beasties & flora

Take & Make Matariki Stars

21 June – 11 July

Matariki Poetry

Monday 28 June to Saturday 10 July

Write a poem to celebrate Matariki, for children, youth & adults. Themes include Matariki stars, the ocean, pounamu, flora & fauna. Submit your poem to Motueka Library or email to: Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz

Digi Drop-in

Device Advice, drop in Thursdays between 11am – 1pm

Kapa Korero!

Fridays, 11.30am-12.30pm. An informal, co-created te reo Maori conversation space.

Babbling Books

Thursday 1st July, 1pm-2pm

Annika Ohlson-Smith – Author Talk

Tuesday 6 July, 1.30-2.30pm

Nelson author will discuss her journey to writing her recent books, “Hide & Seek” and “Operation Exodus”. Books can be purchased for $25

Letters

Dear Editor,

I would like to respond to John Middleton’s letter from 23rd June. I would be hardly surprised if John Middleton was the very ute driver who viciously cut me off. He only seems to have written in to defend ute

drivers and their poor behaviours, and hardly delves into the question of pedestrianisation. He further gives potential reasons the ute cut me off: I can confirm the driver could see me (I was wearing a bright red rain jacket) and I was clearly about to cross

(I was walking right towards the road). The rules are clear - ute drivers must stop when someone is going over the zebra crossing. It’s pretty much the first thing children learn about road rules, so it’s clearly not that hard to understand.

If people like me

can’t even cross a zebra crossing, surely this is a strong reason to propose Motueka High Street become a walking street, for the safety of adults and children alike.

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Cummings

Dante Manole

Congratulations to Dante Manole for being student of the week.

Thank you for your enthusiasm and the valuable leadership you have provided over the past few weeks. Also your role as part of the Youth into Governance scheme on the Motueka Community Board.

Plethora of opportunities to unleash creative talent

The Winter Art Workshops are back for 2021. Across July and August there are a range of workshops open to all in our community to learn new skills and have fun.

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This year’s workshops include embroidery, weaving, whittle your own spoon, Oamaru stone carving, singing for fun, pottery, printmaking, bush bouquet, messy art for 0-7 year-olds, teen visual art 11-18 yearolds and a senior’s painting group. There is also an evening figure drawing class at the Village Cafe when, with a drink and dessert fireside, you can draw using charcoal and pencil to explore drawing of the figure. There is a live clothed model to draw from and a visiting art tutor from Reefton.

All workshops are open to all skills and ability levels while materials and equipment are provided,

making it an amazing opportunity to try a new art form. Places are limited so please book in at bit.ly/Motueka

Local woman Ruby Fitzgerald, who spent a number of years immersing herself in the film industry, is coordinating this series of workshops, after returning to her hometown with her young family.

“I have traded in the film work for a few months so I can be here in our beautiful town. I have decided to support these workshops as it’s a great opportunity for our community to get creative and learn skills from some of our many talented artists,” says Ruby. “I am so excited to take part in some of these workshops and learn some new skills and techniques.”

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work to advance the knowledge in and appreciation of the Arts through community-based educational activities such as workshops and symposium in a wide variety of subjects, and to foster interest and participation in the arts. Membership of the Arts Council is open to anybody who is interested in these aims and objectives. The management committee meets monthly and is always looking for new members with enthusiasm to continue the work.

is for those 50 +.

And for the much younger members of Motueka there is a Messy Art for 0-7 yearolds held at Motueka Playcentre, 13 July 10-12. Children can play and explore different art stations for great sensory learning, even crawlers can join in.

These workshops are delivered by the Motueka Arts Council Inc. The Council is a non-profit group that

A senior’s art group is starting up again at the Senior Citizens Hall, the meeting is Tuesday, 27 July with hopes to continue as a weekly group for those interested. From beginner to experienced all levels can join to take their creativity to the next level with guidance from tutors and support from classmates, this

Motueka Art Council wish to acknowledge the valuable funding and support from Tasman Districts Creatives Communities NZ, Motueka Arts Council Inc. And a thank-you to the support from NBS, New World, Potters Patch, The Village Cafe, the Sunday Market and our wonderful venues.

To enrol online: bit. ly/Motueka

To enrol email: motuekawinterworkshops2021@gmail. com. Paper Programs are available at Potters Patch Shop on High Street.

Get snapping for Mapua Boat Club’s photo comp

For the past two years the Mapua Boat Club has held an annual Photographic Competition. In keeping with the basic theme of the Boat Club’s Maritime Museum, the focus is around the coastal environment, with this year’s categories being Nature, People & Boats. Photo locations are restricted to the coastal area bounded by Riwaka, Appleby and the Moutere Hills and is open to local amateur photographers. Photos are all printed by the main sponsor, CopyArt in Richmond so that all photos are presented in the same format, size and medium. The competition is broken down into the categories and includes a section for our younger aspiring photographers. Each year the club is amazed at the standard of the entries. The area offers some amazing opportunities to capture nature and life in Mapua and the surrounding environment.

The competition this year starts with entry

Family Event

SUNDAY 4th July, 6pm Motueka Recreation Centre

You and your whanau are invited to join us on this very special occasion as we bring inspiration and real answers to people and families in Motueka.

Come along to see, hear and experience the life changing impact of Iwi Tapu Motueka!

WeÕd Love You to Join Us!

Plus stay around for a BBQ after the Service

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forms available from Delicious Homeware Store at Mapua Wharf from July, 1 through to July, 15 2021 or email mapuaboatclubevents@gmail.com and they will send you an entry form.

The entries will be displayed in the Maritime Museum on Mapua Wharf from Saturday, 17 July through to Sunday, 1 August 2021. While on display judges from the profession will judge the entries and this year winners will be announced and labled immediately following the judging.

There will also be a “People’s Choice” category as well.

A prize giving ceremony hosted by the Mapua Boat Club will be held from 4pm on Sunday, 1 August.

Prizes sponsored by local businesses and CopyArt will be awarded. They also hope to print a 2022 calendar featuring all prize winners.

Pick up your entry form from Delicious and they especially would like to encourage young photographers out there to get clicking and put in an entry.

The Winter Art Workshops are back for 2021.

Pete Archibald’s winning photo from last year’s competition.

True Stories Told Live returns

Returning on Friday, 9 July is ‘True Stories Told Live’ from 7.30pm at the Chanel Arts Centre in Motueka.

The night’s theme is ‘New Beginnings’ and more details will become available closer to the date.

While the set list is not yet complete, Collin Clough, Elizabeth Gould, Liam

Richardson, Ingrid Wagner, Peter Canton and yet to be confirmed Jamie Nicoll are involved.

“Also we are still looking for a musician to weave some tunes into the intensity of spoken words, preferably on the piano.”

Seats are strictly limited. No pre-sales or reservations avail-

Novelist to speak at Motueka Library

able, so be there early and get the best seat in the house. Tickets are $15 and as always delicious nibbles and drinks will be available from 7pm and during intermission.

Annika OhlsonSmith is set to speak at the Motueka Library on Tuesday, 6 July at 1.30pm about her recently published novellas ‘Hide & Seek’ and ‘Operation Exodus’.

Born in Sweden’s Stockholm, Annika has lived in Tahunanui for 25 years after marrying her Kiwi husband, Allan. While this is the first time she’s had books published, Annika has had short stories and poetry published in anthologies together with others in the past.

Her talk at the library will be about her journey writing these two stories and getting them published by the local Copy Press. ‘Hide & Seek’ is a

Ending up in Crete she literally collapses into the arms of a total stranger. What will happen to her when she finally remembers?

This story is based on the lives and loves of Annika and her NZ pen friend. Both married young to their first loves. Both have suffered the grief of divorce.

nuclear safe shelter. A ‘drill’ becomes reality and to save them from a nuclear catastrophe, she must evacuate them all to the wilderness in the Andes. A long and hazardous journey where ‘Love’ strikes and Annelee must face another reality. Will they ever be able to go back home?

This story is based on an idea Annika

Annika OhlsonSmith will speak of her journey writing and publishing two novels.

trophe, or a terrorist attack of a large scale would eventuate.

Translator and editor Lena Kamhed says it’s a “real cock and bull story”. “It’s a highly entertaining story at high speed and with characters not soon forgotten. A little bit of science fiction, a little bit of romance,”

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NSO concert to showcase performers

Solo Spotlight provides an opportunity for outstanding young instrumentalists from throughout New Zealand to perform with the Nelson Symphony Orchestra. Five performers; flautist Charlotte North, cellist Miranda Rucks, pianist Conroy Hu and violists Jess Jenkins and Alec Mark have been chosen from auditions and will perform with the NSO in a concert to be held at the Nelson Centre for Musical Arts on Saturday, 3 July. Solo

Spotlight is unique to the NSO as no other orchestra in New Zealand offers the same opportunity for young musicians. This exciting concert will also feature two overtures performed by the NSO which will be conducted by the young Nelsonian conductor Costa Simpson who will make his debut with the orchestra.

Solo Spotlight

7.30pm Saturday, 3 July

Police Report

Hi All,

We have just had our sixth wet Sunday in a row - hopefully all this bad weather comes to an end quickly!

Police attended two crashes this week where cars lost control and crashed into fenceswhich serves as a good reminder to be extra careful out there when the roads are wet.

Sadly local police attended more family harm-related incidents than usual last week. Of interest is that four family harm-related incidents over the past fortnight have involved children or youths reacting badly to having their social media devices (phones or laptops) taken off them by their parents - in some cases, to the extent of the child/youth assaulting their parents.

This is not an easy area to navigate by any means but - as with many things - good communication between parents and children/youths is a must.

Social media is integral to our kids’ lives but we also want to make sure it’s not the only thing in their lives!

It’s important that we are able to have conversations with our kids about how and when they use social media, and have the appropriate boundaries in place.

There is some really good information for parents and whanau available at netsafe.org.nz and I encourage you to have a look at that.

I am also more than happy to have a chat if you want to get in touch with me at the Motueka Police Station.

Take care out there.

Grant Heney

Motueka Police

Community/Family Harm

Our local Red Cross shop is located at Community House in Decks Reserve, Motueka. You’ll find a team of dedicated friendly volunteers who enjoy helping others and assisting in the store.

Raewynne Hawken, Jan Bensemann, Joan Wright and Bronwyn Bailey had a few laughs to share on Tuesday morning when we stopped by for a photo.

Safety around underground boxes

Are you one of the many people who have wondered “What are all the little black and grey boxes on the footpath/ side of the road …?”

These are Network Tasman’s ‘underground boxes’. They are the protective covers we place over the fuses that connect the underground power cables to the service cables conveying electricity to your house or business. As these boxes have live electrical components inside them, it’s important for public safety that they have securely tted covers.

We have about 12,000 underground boxes on our network, most of them in urban areas. As they are generally in public spaces they sometimes get damaged when:

z vehicles accidentally run into them, causing the cover to loosen or crack

z people drill holes or insert screws into them

z some have their covers removed by people not authorised to do so.

These are all dangerous situations, as they can expose you to the live electrical parts inside the box and put you at risk of electrocution.

If a box gets repeatedly damaged by vehicles, we will look at putting protective bollards around it.

Underground boxes must be left alone and only networkapproved contractors are permitted to remove the covers. Putting screws into an underground box or drilling holes into one is extremely dangerous! If anything ever causes you to need to interact with a box please phone us.

If you accidentally damage an underground box, or if you see one that has been damaged, let us know straight away by phoning our fault line 0800 508 100.

If you have any questions about the electricity industry or would like to suggest a potential topic for Network Tasman’s monthly column, please send us an email with ‘News Article’ in the subject line to info@networktasman.co.nz

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Treasure, sustainability, caring for our environment and our community

We all have a lockdown story, for Ricarda Scherschel and Merv Hall of Weka Peckers it was the beginning of a whole new chapter in their lives. The new owners of Weka Peckers, the recycling centre in Robinson Road, spoke to The Guardian Newspaper about their enthusiasm for diverting landfill, recycling, repurposing and their journey so far.

Merv is a talented builder and joiner and a devoted family man. When his father was terminally ill he went to Auckland to care for him. After his dad passed away Merv made the decision not to return to building and instead embark on a new venture. He then noticed the Motueka Recycle Depot, our local recycling centre was on the market – now Weka Peckers.

During lockdown Merv and his wife Ricarda talked and dreamed about owning the business. The couple are passionate about reusing, recycling, and repurposing. Weka Peckers was a perfect fit not only for their lifestyle but also their devotion to sustainability. It was a way to help care for our environment, encourage others to do the same and create local employment.

For those who haven’t been to Weka Peckers you really are missing out. It’s a place to discover treasure, find spare parts, a location to drop off unwanted goods and to be inspired. Merv and Ricarda are dedicated to re-purposing as many items as possible. They encourage anyone who is on their way to the refuse centre to visit them first.

This thoughtful dynamic couple and their team are on a mission to divert landfill by taking unwanted goods off your hands for repurposing. It’s a win-win for everyone. Ridding yourself of pre-loved, not needed items via Weka Peckers means reduced local landfill, reduced rubbish fees for you and the items you pass on could be exactly what someone else is looking for.

Named one of New Zealand’s top recycled goods stores

You’ll find a vast selection of gems at Weka Peckers. Did you know they are one of New Zealand’s top recycled goods stores? One can literally spend hours foraging through the treasure trove of antiques and collectables and anything a DIY person could dream of. It’s all logically sorted, and the store frontage is misleading considering the enormous variety of goods that awaits behind Weka Peckers’ front door.

Beyond their main show room you’ll find a collection of shipping containers, lined with bins, shelves and tables displaying everything from towel rails to bedroom furniture, house paint to bicycles, appliances to tools and everything in between – even old farm machinery.

Owners of Weka Peckers: Merv, Ricarda with their baby daughter Deanndra alongside one of their helpful team members, Claire Smith

You’ll discover many treasures and unique items at Weka Pecker’s!

Make a Weka Peck!

A new initiative at Weka Peckers is their in store silent auction. Appropriately named “Weka Peck” this week’s auction is an Air Hockey Table! The highest bid wins and the item up for auction must be collected within two days of the auction closing. Bidding for ‘Weka Peck’ auctions closes on a Sunday and there will be more to come.

E-waste also contains many precious metals which can be reused. On a global scale approximately $34 billion dollars’ worth of gold, platinum and other precious metals are dumped worldwide every year in the growing mountain of electronic waste that is polluting the planet.

In some countries, plastic is burnt from e-waste as a method of extracting the metals inside. Weka Peckers want to do their part to change such e-waste metal extraction methods, by recycling goods in the most ethical and sustainable way possible.

Watch this space!

Merv and Ricarda are currently working with the Tasman District Council in order to establish collection and dispersion of e-waste. Part of Weka Peckers’ ethos is to work with ethical partners to prevent discarded e-waste from being dumped off shore and deter plastic coated wires from being burnt to extract the metal inside.

Watch this space, Weka Peckers are looking towards becoming an e-waste drop off point in the very near future.

Merv, Ricarda and their team are looking forward to seeing you soon. You can find Weka Peckers at 97 Robinson Rd in Lower Moutere as well as on social media www.facebook.com/WekaPeckers

Weka Peckers are a fantastic destination, and you’ll feel good in the knowledge you are doing something to help improve our environment and save the planet. This week’s auction is an Air Hockey Table, get you bid in by Sunday and it could be yours!

Looking towards a more sustainable future

This week Merv has been attending a Resource Recovery workshop in Auckland as part of New Zealand’s Zero Waste Network, which is supported by the Ministry for the Environment. He’s very much looking forward to putting the additional knowledge, beneficial recycling methods and techniques he’s learnt into practice at Weka Peckers. He will be networking with similar businesses throughout the country.

Did you know that an estimated 80,000 tonnes of electronic waste (E-waste) is disposed into landfill in New Zealand each year? It is the fastest growing type of waste in the world.

The term e-waste refers to the process of collecting, brokering, disassembling, repairing and recycling the components or metals contained in used or discarded electronic equipment. E-waste contains heavy metals that are rare as well as materials that are toxic to the environment when they break down. It is estimated that e-Waste contributes 40% of the lead and 70% of the heavy metals found in landfill.

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On Friday at Riwaka School staff and students brought a variety of book characters to life as they celebrated Book Week.

Refreshed, revived and open for business

We could not have done this without your support and help. To all of the lovely customers and donors who support the Motueka Hospice Shop; they are now open 7 days.

All the funds from the four Hospice shops in our district goes directly to support the ongoing delivery of the range of hospice services in the Nelson Tasman region at zero costs to patients and their families.

Do call into the fresh looking shop and have a browse, the team would love to see you.

The Motueka Hospice shop is now back up and running. Their premises at 226 High St has now been repaired and refreshed almost six months after the Boxing Day hail storm.

The Boxing Day hail storm damaged many buildings and homes in the community. Like many other premises, the Hospice shop’s internal gutter filled up and then overflowed into the ceiling. This created a flooded shop ankle deep in water. All the ceiling tiles were soaked and failing out of the ceiling. Insulation, lighting, carpets, and internal wiring were all damaged too.

There was significant damage to the ceiling, civil defence arranged for the Motueka Volunteer Fire Brigade to come and remove the stock. The shop was emptied and dried out before the repairs could take place. With many businesses effected and difficulty getting fixtures and materials for essential repairs, it has taken some time for all the buildings to be repaired and open for business.

The community came together and many volunteers assisted in drying and moving stock to storage.

During this time they were able to lease a pop up shop near the fire station, which enabled them to be open and continue to raise funds for Nelson Tasman Hospice.

A huge thank you for your support during a time of need

The Motueka Hospice Shop would like to say a big thank you to all the people who came together to help them; Danielle Bridges for accommodating them at 79 High St, Bruce Whitwell for overseeing the long list of repairs at 226 High St, Laser Electrical for attending to the wiring and organising a power supply for driers and repair work to happen.

Thank you to the Motueka Volunteer Fire Brigade for moving the large volume of stock out of the damaged building as well as the volunteers and members of the community who came and helped move stock and set up the pop up shop.

The dedicated Motueka Hospice Store team (left to right): Assistant Manager Bex, with all their wonderful volunteers: Julie, Suzanne, Maureen, Shirley ,Maureen, Ann, Sharon, Marieann, Lyn alongside Store Manager Jacinta(holding Rosie the dog).

How can you help the Motueka Hospice Shop?

If you have good quality items to donate, that’s a great help. Please drop off your donated items to the store during business hours.

Should you have furniture or large items, get in touch with the store and they will be happy to make arrangements for collection.

Have you considered volunteering? Motueka Hospice Shop is always on the lookout for volunteers to assist them. Head in store for a chat and they will be happy to explain more about the role of being a volunteer.

The team at the Motueka Hospice Shop would like to say a big thank you to our community for their ongoing support. From the quality items you donate, to the purchases you make, it’s all very much appreciated and helps with the valuable work of the Nelson Tasman Region Hospice.

The role of Nelson Tasman Region Hospice

Some people think of hospice services as just a building, when in fact it is a philosophy of care. It is true that most hospice services in New Zealand have inpatient facilities, but the majority of people are cared for in their homes. Anyone living with a life-limiting condition – e.g. heart failure, Motor Neurone Disease, MS or Cancer –can access and benefit from hospice services.

The aim of hospice is to help people make the most of their lives; to live every moment in whatever way is important to them.

Hospice care has a unique whole-person approach – which means physical, spiritual, emotional and social needs are equally important – a multidisciplinary team provides care for the person who is dying and their families and friends, both before and after a death.

Nelson Tasman Region Hospice provides a variety of specialist care services for people who have a life-limiting illness – supporting them, their families and carers through illness, death and bereavement.

Services are provided at no charge to patients and their families, and are available to everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, culture and gender. Care is provided to people in their own homes, aged care facilities and in the Hospice Inpatient Unit.

Nelson Tasman Region Hospice has touched the lives of many people in our community, their valuable care, support and services brings comfort during the most difficult of times.

Inpatient Care

The inpatient unit is a short-stay facility in Suffolk Rd, Stoke. A stay at the inpatient unit is based on the urgency and complexity of a patient’s needs.

A stay in the inpatient unit may be for several reasons, including:

• Managing pain or troublesome symptoms,

• Short-term care to give family/whanau or carers some time off, or

• Care in the final stages of an illness if care at home is no longer possible.

Time spent at Nelson Tasman Hospice depends on a person’s needs and how soon their needs can be met.

The inpatient unit has 10 private rooms each with ensuite bathroom, television and radio. Meals are prepared on site. Nelson Tasman Hospice caters for patient’s individual tastes and special dietary needs.

Family/whanau and friends are welcome in the inpatient unit. They may stay over, either in a patient’s room or the family/whanau lounge. They may also use the family kitchenette and bathroom facilities.

Support Services

Dealing with a limiting-illness can impact on every aspect of a person’s life, creating extra pressures at home and in daily life. The family support team at Nelson Tasman Hospice offers practical and emotional support to patients and their family/whanau.

Counselling

Nelson Tasman Hospice offers support on a one-to-one basis, with families/whanau or in groups. They can also help families/whanau talk to children about illness and provide resources, such as books specifically written for children and young people.

Social Work

Social workers can provide practical support and advice for patients and their family/whanau. They can help with a wide range of issues, including benefit or pension queries, housing or residential care placements, legal issues such as power of attorney and making a will, practical support and funeral planning.

Cultural Support

Nelson Tasman Hospice works alongside other agencies to provide appropriate cultural support to both patients and their family/whanau throughout their journey.

Spiritual Care

The chaplain at Nelson Tasman Hospice offers spiritual care, regardless of faith or religion. Although faith and religion play an important part in one’s spirituality, Nelson Tasman Hospice recognises every person is different. Whatever ones beliefs, the chaplain can provide the type of comfort needed or arrange representatives of other faith communities to visit.

Lymphoedema Service

Lymphoedema is a type of swelling that may occur in people with cancer. Trained therapists can provide assessment and treatment and discuss a patients specific needs with their medical practitioner.

Bereavement Support

Bereavement care from Nelson Tasman Hospice includes individual support, bereavement groups, volunteer visitors and an annual memorial service. A chat or a visit is only a phone call away.

Community Care

The community team are specialists in palliative care. They work with your GP and other healthcare professionals to help manage patient’s symptoms and enjoy the best possible quality of life. They also provide emotional support and can help patients make decisions about their current and future care.

Hospice nurses and other members of the specialist team will visit patients in their own house, residential aged-care facility, or wherever a patient calls home. They offer different levels of care, depending on one’s needs and are 24 hours a day, seven days a week for help and advice.

To find out more about the Nelson Tasman Region Hospice and the incredible work they do, please check out their website www.nelsonhospice.org.nz

Marathon runner claims first title

The 8th Monaco MidWinter Marathon took place on Sunday, 20 June in cool, overcast conditions but luckily managed to avoid the expected rain for large parts of the event. Given the weather of the prior few days to the event, the course was in better condition than was expected for the participants, who took up the challenge with great enthusiasm as usual.

Some 69 entrants, made up of 42 runners and walkers and 27 two-person relay teams, took on the course along the Great Taste Trail from the Honest Lawyer in Monaco to Rabbit Island and return, in what has become a firm fixture in the local running calendar. Entries had fallen this year as some previous runners have moved to pastures new, or injury or illness pre-

vented them competing, but the event also attracted some new faces.

A number of these were first-time marathoners, which coincides with this unique event’s ambition to break down barriers of entry to running.

The event is unique in that the ‘entry fee’ is donated to local charities, including the Heart of Biking Trust who administer the trail. The marathon itself was won by Natalie Price from Blenheim, who was runner-up in 2020. She finished around 10 minutes ahead of the first male runner, Massimo Nember, who was shocked at being the first male home, having ‘never finished first in a race before’. The men’s marathon was a close fought battle, with less than a minute between him and second-placed

male Lee Dodunski. Steve Maina came home in 3rd place. In the women’s marathon, Colette Read came home in 2nd place, followed by Susannah Thomson who rounded out the top 3.

The two-person relay proved to be a thriller.

Having seen the entry list, the organizers expected a cracking race and it’s exactly what they got. Angus Wemyss, who won last years’ relay race, teamed up with former New Zealand runner Julian Matthews to come home to win by six seconds from Owen Warburton and Joel Bowater in a sprint finish.

Hayden Squance and Andre Bonny came home in 3rd place, with all three teams smashing last year’s course record.

Given Julian’s history in running, everyone connected with the event were delighted to have such an ambassador for the sport taking part. Julian is helping to train some local runners, giving back to athletics what it gave him. They hope to see him and his running group back next year to defend their title.

The organisers would like to thank all marshals who helped out to ensure the event went ahead smoothly, local clubs Athletics Nelson and Waimea Harriers for all of their expertise and use of equipment for the day and finally to the sponsors of prizes, local runner Rob Rix and Seifried Wines.

If anyone would like to know more about the event for future years, please contact info@monacomarathon.co.nz

Sensational 13-0 win for MHS football girls

Last weekend, students from Motueka High School travelled to Westport for the annual Buller High School Sports Exchange. The two buses carried teams for rugby, netball, badminton, debating, basketball and football. The Buller High School students billeted our students for the Sunday night, giving an opportunity to meet new friends and relieve tension for competition day. Monday, 21 June saw the two schools battle it out for the overall trophy and bragging rights for their high school. Both the teams were well-represented by Motueka AFC club players, coming together from various grades within the NBF competition. While Motueka was being battered by rain, Westport put on a fantastic day of sun and blue skies. The girl’s football played at 9.30, captained by Bella Shand. The Motueka girls had 10 players for

a 9 aside game, playing 30min halves. This year the team was made up of year 9-13 students. They started strong and continued to hold this strength right through to the final whistle, making many runs up the field. Their defense was impenetrable, blocking Buller High each time they tried to head for goal. Despite the Buller High School team having 5 subs, the Motueka team won the game 13-0, with a fantastic penalty shot from Hannah Mangnall in the second half.

The boy’s football kicked off at 11.30. They played 11 aside on the same pitch as the girls, with 45min halves. The team comprised of 13, year 11-12 students and was captained by Brady Richards. This game was more evenly matched and it was quickly ascertained that the boys needed to use their passing skills and work together to move

the ball up the pitch. The Buller High team worked hard to get a goal but the Motueka back line moved the ball out each time, making opportunity for Motueka’s Andy Martin to score. Despite the efforts of the Buller High team, Motueka High took the game with a full time score of 5-0.

The day was finished off with afternoon tea at 2.30, where the results for the day were revealed. Once again, Motueka High School won overall and brought the trophy home again, to be proudly displayed at the school office.

Results from Motueka AFC Saturday’s games: Motueka Angels Vs Mapua Cougars, Motueka winning 2-0.

POD: Peta Strong.

Taste of Turkey Masters Vs FC Nelson Masters Masters defaulted.

Green Acres 2nd XI V’s Nelson Loco Steamers, Won 7-1

ITM 1st XI Vs FC Nelson 1st XI, Motueka lost 5-1.

POD: Ryan

Beurskens

Vipers V’s FC International lost 1-4

POD: Riley Croxford

Wolves Vs Suburbs FC, Motueka won 3-1

POD: Piri Henderson

Motueka Titans Vs Nelson FC, Motueka lost 2-5

Motueka Wasps Vs Waimea Plains, Motueka lost 5-2

POD: Phoebe

Stewart and Nate Christopherson

Falcons Vs Golden Bay panthers, Lost 0-5

POD: Shaun

Motueka Stingers

V’s Waimea Plains United, Motueka won 2-1

POD: Cosma McPherson

Left: Men’s Marathon winner - Massimo Nember. Right: Women’s Marathon winner - Natalie Price.

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Junior Netball

Please note Tasman Jets have two games to eliminate a bye game.

NBS Motueka Golf Club

All hoops and equipment to be removed from court as soon as game is finished please 4

Please

* 10.42 fourth ¼ - 10.50 finish and move from the court

1 Ngatimoti Ferns LMO Hot Hearts Cori M / Tessa S / Lily J

2 MSS Yellow Riwaka Goal Getters Sophie M / Samantha B

1 Riwaka Hot Shots Tasman Bullets Ruby J / Hannah / Ella G

2 UMO Emeralds LMO Diamonds Molly W / Ellie V

1 SPC/Brooklyn Parklands Whetu Ashley T / Shania G

Year 7 & 8 and Senior Games

2 Huia Wairua MHS 10 Black Bridget L / Madison W

3 Brooklyn Stars Under 14 D Meyeh G / Ashley F

4 ROG Blue Huia Mauri Raelene / Steph

5 All Intermediate teams playing the 12pm round please meet on court 5 for a mass NZ Smart warm up with Ani and Shinade.

1 Tasman Sapphires LMO Stars Lani R / Hayley R

2 UMO Gladiators Ngatimoti Diamonds Carley G / Amanda S

3 MSS B RIwaka A Sophie M / Ashley T

4 Huia Mana Huia Kaha Emma G / Raelene

1 MSS A Tasman Diamonds Marcela B / Geri S

2 MHS 10 Gold MHS 9 B Sheree G / Shinade

3 MHS Snr B Huia Ora Violet / Jess K

4 Rogue Raiders Huia Manawa Trish R /Abby B

1 MHS 9 Country MHS 9 M&M Jess K / Tui C

2 Parklands Mako LMO Galaxy Tasmin N-K / Aimee S

3 ROG Social Vikings Violet / Mel

4 Huia A ROG Royal Rochelle / Steph

5 MHS 9 Town Rebel Raiders Stacey / Lou

have been split into 3 grades to accommodate teams and promote competitive netball.

Intermediate A - Brooklyn Stars, MSS A, Tasman Diamonds

Intermediate B - LMO Stars, UMO Gladiators, Tasman Sapphires, Ngatimoti Diamonds

Intermediate C - Riwaka A, LMO Galaxy, MSS B, Parklands Mako

Please return all trophies to the netball office.

Tasman Smallbore Rifle

Another wet Saturday, I think the fifth in a row, but it didn’t deter an excellent field from competing in the various events.

The Rowling trophy, one of our premier events, was completed.

In a very tight final Denis Wright and Allan Barbara prevailed over Peter Tudberry and Graham Shaw.

The Plate was won by Geoffrey Blois and Bob Valle with the Flight being won by Kevin Beach and Ralph Meikle.

The Monthly Mug Medal was won by Tyler Cederman with and excellent score in the conditions, of a Nett 68.

A Grade

Best Gross Kevin Armstrong 74

Best Nett Keri Kotua 70

2nd Nett Chris McGeown 70

B Grade

First Richard Bullock

71

76

76

2nd Peter Cederman

3rd Roger Harmon

C Grade

First Rob Bruisma 71

2nd Bernard Walsh

74

3rd Bob Ilton 75

D Grade

First David Cairns 74

2nd Mark Carrington 79

3rd Dai Thomas 79

The ladies completed the annual Westrupp Trophy. This was won by Shona Johnson and Sally Jones with a score of 82.

2nd Donna Mitchell and Jocelyn Thomson on 79

3rd Jan Overall and Tania Appelman on 78

The match of the day, a Russian Roulette, was also won by Shona Johnson and Sally Jones with a score of 75.

Twos on the day were scored by Chris McGeown, Keri Kotua, Tyler Cederman, Daryl Graham, Donna Mitchell and Shona Johnson.

Lower Moutere Closest to the Pins; Donna Mitchell and Dennis Wright. Bay Pharmacy Hidden Holes; Kevin Beach.

The Nett Eagles jackpot was struck and shared by Mike Inwood, Ben Holden and Mark Carrington.

Motueka Bridge

Motueka Handicap 3 Open

Motueka Ladies Golf

Community Notices

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DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

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 WORKERS TRUST (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 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

COPD? ASTHMA? Free Motueka Pulmonary Rehab course starting November. Improve your quality of life and manage your shortness of breath. Phone your medical centre ask for “Pulmonary Rehab course referral” or Nelson Asthma Society on asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

GATEWAY TO YOUR WELLBEING. The Shed is a Mental health day service for anyone who needs support and meaningful activities during the day in a supportive and caring environment. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor street Motueka

GREYPOWER M OTUEKA 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 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.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Katrina Anderson is available free at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings 9.30am – 12pm.

MELODIES IN MAPUA Nelson Bays Harmony showcase their award-winning melodies to a local audience. 3pm Saturday 10th July. Mapua Community Hall. Tickets $15, door sales, 0274360910 or visit www.nelsonharmony.org.nz

MONEY MATTERS Making your money a force for good. Barry Coates speaks at Mapua Hall 7 July 7.30 pm. $10, students free. Marion 0211482477

M OTUEKA 50+ WALKIN G GROUP: www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursday - meet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Road. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@ gmail.com

MOTUEKA COMMUNITY PATROL. Would you like to join a group of local volunteers being eyes and ears for Police. A Friday or Saturday night once a month. Please contact motueka@cpnz.org.nz

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Learn to play a cornet at Motueka District Brass. Tutors available. Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or phone 02102233244

MOTUEKA GRG SUPPORT GROUP 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 LADIES PROBUS advises there is no July meeting at the Band Rooms due to mid-winter lunch. We welcome members and visitors as usual at our next meeting, 13th August.

M OTUEKA M ENZSHE D Retired, time on your hands, want something to do? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm

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 held at Muses Cafe at 1.30 pm Friday July 2. All welcome. Enquires John Croxford 0274082206.

M OTUEKA S ENIORNET Seniornet Motueka provides a fun and friendly learning environment. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 021 109 5902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

MOTUEKA WINTER ART WORKSHOPS Across July & August, Embroidery, Printmaking, Weaving, Figure Drawing, Oamaru Stone Carving, Spoon, Pottery, Sing, Children messy art, Teen Painting Contact: 0211851581 Online Booking : bit.ly/ Motueka

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 to book a ride, 24hrs notice required / mapuawheels@gmail.com

NEW WEEKLY Better Breathers Motueka class, St Thomas’ Church Monday at 11.30am starting from the 26th of July. $5 per class. Contact Sue at the Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or email asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz.

OPERATION COVER UP Open Day at St Thomas Church Hall. July 5th. New times. 10.00am to 1.00pm.

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.

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 ph 539 1137 for details.

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

THE MALE ROOM in Motueka. Free service for male survivors. Peer support. where: 24a Tudor Street Wednesday and Thursdays and other days by appointment. Call Carl on 0224524215 or email steppingstone4@gmail.com Website www. maleroom.co.nz

WAITAKI OLD GIRLS’ Social Group. Anyone who attended Waitaki welcome to join us for a coffee on 2nd July at 10 a.m. venue Nelson Hospice Cafe, 331 Suffix Road. Queries 027 673 1145.

antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 0274484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

ANTIQUES, Furniture, Collectables. 6 rooms, huge selection with recent estate lots inc toys, car & house, lamps, paintings, silver, jewellery, china, cameras, records, marine, small & large furniture, etc. Sell-Buy-Value. 30 years experience @ Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond (Ph 544 0723) www.antiquesnewzealand.co.nz

carpet cleaning

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death notices

COLEMAN

Joanne

Passed away peacefully on 26 June 2021 in Golden Bay, aged 74. Dearly loved wife of the late Trevor, adored mum of Russell and Sue, Brenda and Bob, and Craig and Tanya; treasured Nana of Todd, Aaron, Teegan, Zoe, and Chloe; and Great Nana of Millie, and Jaxx.

Rest Easy

Special thanks to the staff of Golden Bay Community Health for the care and compassion. Messages to the family, c/- 21 Waitapu Road, Takaka. In accordance with Joanne’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Details of a memorial service will be advised at a later date.

Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz

COLEMAN

Joanne

Passed away peacefully on 26 June 2021 in Golden Bay. Dearly loved daughter of the late Rex Delaney and Patricia Manson. Treasured sister of Jan Gardiner, Judy Smith, Colin Delaney, and Jeni Chambers, and all their families. Resting Peacefully.

Golden Bay Motueka Funeral Services www.gbmfs.co.nz

funerals

ALL TREE CARE Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming. Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 (AH) 03 5278 426.

church services

chimney sweep

CHIMNEY SWEEP Marahau - MoutereTasman and surrounds. Query or quote please phone Steve 021-08101146.

dentures

N EW DENT U RES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

for sale

FURNIT U RE all sorts. Recent stock both large & small. Lasting quality. Local free delivery on most items @ Souchebys Antiques,75,Gladstone Rd, Richmond.

public notices

public notices

situations vacant

SUNDAY MARKET SUNDAY MARKET

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storage

TASMAN Storage units available from $5.90pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.

58 DICKER RD, TASMAN. Saturday 3rd. Household items, kitchen cupboards, furniture. Not before 9am wet or fine.

Garage sales are free for up to 16 words and must be either emailed or brought into the office by 10am Tuesday. Phone calls not accepted. Businesses will incur normal charges.

trades

THE BOARDSMITH -Snowboard/Ski service & repairs -Skateboard parts, sales & service -Surfboard/SUP repairs Ph Chris (Motueka) 027 569 8524

TASMAN BLASTING

SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nz or office@tasmansodablasting.co.nz Ph. 0225288159

wanted

CLEANER long term for large house etc. in Upper Moutere, 7 mins. from Motueka. Hours flexible; equipment supplied. Businesses need not apply. Contact Tim or Angela 5266366 or 027 5550066

GARDENER long term for large garden in Upper Moutere, 7 mins. from Motueka. Hours flexible; equipment supplied. Businesses need not apply. Contact Tim or Angela 5266366 or 027 5550066

Graphic Designer

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 $6.20 a week. Ph 528 4060.

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Please apply in writing with CV to: Guardian Motueka Newspaper 19 Wallace Street, Motueka or email: guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

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NEWSLINE UPDATES

New recycling calendar

The new recycling calendar for the 2021/2022 year is out now. You can take a copy out of our latest Newsline or download one from our website, tasman.govt.nz.

Creative Communities closing soon

Our Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running arts projects in Tasman. Creative Communities provides funding to support community involvement in the arts – whether it’s music, theatre, festivals, mural painting, outdoor sculptures, art in public spaces, kapa haka, singing, art workshops or something else.

Funded by Creative New Zealand, the Creative Communities Scheme is designed to support opportunities for communities to participate in the arts. There is a focus on art projects that have a broad community involvement, involve young people or support the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities. Applications are open until Saturday 10 July 2021. For more information and to complete an application form, visit tasman.govt.nz/creative-communities.

Ngaio Reserve opening

Māpua’s newest park is officially opening, and you are invited. Ngaio Reserve will be officially opened with a public ceremony at 10.00 am on Sunday 18 July.

Three years ago, a group of community members got together with us to form the Māpua Waterfront Masterplan Working Group and one of their key projects was to progress the development of Ngaio Reserve.

Due to its significant archaeological status, the park has been crafted with a sympathetic approach to its cultural history, so as little digging as possible has been done on the site. The primary objective has been to build on top of the land rather than disturb it with earthworks.

The final phase of the Ngaio Park project is the installation of tables, seats and bike racks all made from recycled timber to fit in with the natural landscape of the wharf precinct. This will be followed by plantings of coastal native plants.

Community plantings

Join the Battle for the Banded Rail community planting efforts.

• Sunday 4 July, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Hoddy Peninsula DOC Reserve. Access from 57 Hoddy Road, park on the roadside edge.

• Sunday 11 July, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Maisey Embayment. Parking and access from 364 The Coastal Highway, between Pūkeko Lane and Westdale Road. Please take gloves, a spade if you have one and drinking water. Wear solid footwear and clothes suitable for the weather conditions. Morning tea is provided.

For more information, email bandedrail@gmail.com or phone Kathryn on 03 544 4537.

Free car seat checks extended to 31 July

Bring your child's car seat in to Baby On The Move Nelson for a free safety check. Bookings are essential – call 03 547 2555, email nelson@babyonthemove.co.nz or message Baby On The Move – Nelson on Facebook.

Register your dogs now

Register your dogs by 31 July 2021 to avoid penalty fees. In Tasman, it only costs $50 to register an urban dog or $30 for a rural dog. You can register your dog online, in person or by mail. If any of your details have changed, such as your address or the number of dogs you own, you also need to let us know. Visit tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration.

Motueka Valley’s new footbridge installation

A survey of residents last year identified the need for a footpath and footbridge along Motueka West Bank Road between Old Mill and Mickell Roads. The project was put at the top of the priority list and now about 300 metres of shared pathway has been constructed with a new pedestrian and cycle bridge being installed on 16 July from 9.00 am. The bridge will be lifted into place by crane alongside the Brooklyn Stream Bridge which means West Bank Road will be closed for up to three hours.

Ashes issue prompts reminder

Our waste contractor is concerned about increasing numbers of incidents of vacuum cleaner dust and ashes from fireplaces being dumped in recycling bins around Tasman.

Dumping dust and ashes into yellow top wheelie bins is bad for the recycling process because it contaminates loads and can affect the health of drivers as they are getting a mouth full of dust when they empty the bins.

The other problem is that if ashes are still warm, they can cause fires in bins, or even worse, in the trucks. Please think about the health and safety of our drivers and keep ashes out of your recycling.

River management meetings

We’re holding the annual river management meetings throughout the District in early July. All interested members of the public are invited to discuss river management issues and works. Topics will include flood protection, riparian maintenance and erosion control which may be significant to the area you live.

• Waimea Catchment: Monday 5 July, 10.00 am, Richmond Council Chambers.

• Upper Motueka Catchment: Tuesday 6 July, 3.00 pm, Tapawera Community Rooms.

Celebrate Matariki

This year a dawn celebration will be held at Te Uma Urupā on Saturday 3 July. A fifty-seater coach has been organised to transport people from Te Āwhina Marae to Te Uma where there will be taonga pūoro / traditional musical instruments, karanga / welcome call, karakia / blessing ceremony, pūrākau / stories, parakuihi / breakfast and, of course, time for plenty of tātai whetū / star gazing. Space is limited, so please register by emailing juanita.semmens@ngatirarua.iwi.nz.

Matariki rock auction

We're running a Matariki rock art auction on our Facebook page and we’re inviting everyone to take part. 21 Trade Academy students have created rock art dedicated to Matariki and have chosen a charity where the winning bidder’s funds will go. The auction closes at 12.00 pm, Friday 9 July. You can see the rock art on display at our Richmond office reception for the duration of the auction. For more information, visit facebook.com/TasmanDistrictCouncil.

• Dove River: Tuesday 6 July, 7.00 pm, Dovedale Hall. Lower Motueka Catchment: Wednesday 7 July, 4.00 pm, Motueka Service Centre. For further information, please contact Rivers and Coastal Engineering Officer Shane Jellyman on 03 543 7260 or email shane.jellyman@tasman.govt.nz.

COUNCIL HUI

Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond. Access to meetings will continue to be available via Zoom video conferencing for those who are unable to attend in person. See tasman.govt.nz/ meetings-calendar for details.

Positive Ageing Forum

Monday 5 July, 1.00 pm. Constance Barnicoat Room, 280 Queen Street, Richmond Library. Community Group.

Joint Committee

Tuesday 6 July, 9.30 am. Nelson City Council, 210 Trafalgar Street, Nelson. No public forum.

Strategy and Policy Committee

Thursday 8 July, 9.30 am. Public forum.

Golden Bay Community Board

Tuesday 13 July, 9.30 am. Tākaka Service Centre, 78 Commercial Street, Tākaka. Public forum.

Te Uma Urupā. Photo: Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust

Hardy competitors brave weather for K2M event

More than 1000 competitors braved the foul weather on the Sunday of Queen’s Birthday weekend to take part in the 2021 Nelson Airport K2M Multisport event.

“The weather definitely added a more challenging aspect but everyone dug in and got on with it, from the participants to the volunteers, they all gritted their teeth and smiled at the end,” says event founder John McIntyre.

The numerous race options included a multi-sport team challenge with a kayak in Kaiteriteri’s bay followed by a cycle then a run to the finish. There were trail run/ walk options with a marathon, marathon relay, half marathon and 10km races.

Cyclists were also well-catered for with a 52km or 32km cycle course option.

All of the races finished at Mapua Wharf where competitors could celebrate and enjoy the tastes of our

region with fine wine, craft beer and sumptuous seafood available.

Up exactly 300 competitors from their inaugural year in 2019, John says it was “really heartening” to see everyone involved enjoying themselves.

“As the event director it was a happy event and while the feedback has been really positive there’s always parts to improve on,” says John.

Clinton Manderson won the men’s marathon for the second time in 3hrs 02.28, and Shaanti Robinson the women’s with a time of 3hrs 56.01.

With 50% of the competitors coming from out of town an excess of 400 flights into Nelson arrived for the race, bringing around 1500 people into the area, a statistic John is proud of.

“Roll on the next one! The event will take place once again on Queen’s Birthday in 2022, so competitors should lock it in now,” says John.

Kahurangi through to Tasman Trophy final

By Brendan Alborn.

Despite the weather gods dishing up atrocious conditions on Saturday, as many as 500 supporters turned out to cheer Kahurangi on to a semi-final win over Central at Sports Park Motueka. The 36-8 win earned Kahurangi a spot in the final for the Stuff Tasman Trophy on Saturday,3 July at Trafalgar Park from 2.30pm. Kahurangi will play Marist who beat Waimea Old Boys 17-38 in the other Division One semifinal. In his after match speech, Kahurangi captain Manu Parkin talked about how the noise and atmosphere generated by the crowd had spurred the players on and how he hoped supporters would make the journey over to Nelson to do the same this week.

Kahurangi’s semifinal performance belied the conditions with the side mixing running rugby with a dominant forward display. In muddy conditions that should

have been a first five eighths’ nightmare, Willy Havili was sublime, setting up two tries with his footwork and showing masterful game management throughout. After conceding an early try the Kahurangi forward pack either choptackled or knocked their larger opponents backwards every time they threatened to gain some momentum. Kahurangi’s errorrate was impressively low and their discipline mostly excellent while Central became increasingly frustrated as their big ball carriers failed to make headway against Kahurangi’s staunch defence. Central is a quality rugby team, but in this match they made too many mistakes and lacked the subtlety and nuance to successfully manipulate Kahurangi into making defensive errors. Despite already having secured the Nelson Club Trophy, Kahurangi’s focus appears to remain firmly on the main prize as evidenced by the subdued celebra-

tions after the semifinal win. There is also widespread acknowledgement of the magnitude of the challenge the young side will face come Saturday afternoon. Marist are the defending champions, are playing on the same ground where they play all of their home games, and are also the only side to have tipped Kahurangi up this season. However, Kahurangi has cause for cautious

optimism they will be successful in their first final since 2015. In the 21-18 loss to Marist back in May of this year, a series of factors did not go Kahurangi’s way. The conditions were atrocious, which suited the big Marist one-off ball runners and two key Kahurangi players suffered knocks that affected their games for a period of the match. Although the universe and even

some of the officiating did appear to be conspiring against Kahurangi on that day, the side’s own lack of discipline in the second half was the key determinant in the loss. If the sunshine currently forecast for the week through to Saturday remains, the conditions will suit Kahurangi’s fast-paced, skillsbased game-plan. If Kahurangi can show the same discipline

and clinical edge it has in recent matches, the trophy could well be Mot-side come Saturday evening.

Although Kahurangi qualified for the knockout phase of the competition two spots higher than Marist, by a peculiar quirk in the Tasman Rugby Union rule book that has caused no small amount of frustration in the local rugby community, the final will be played at Trafalgar

Park in Nelson rather than at either of Kahurangi’s home grounds. While the repeated requests to have the final moved this side of the bay have been rejected by the TRU one would hope this baffling rule could be reviewed for future finals. If the TRU is as serious about supporting community rugby as it says it is, this would be a good place to show their intent is genuine.

Above: Choppy conditions added to the challenge of the kayaking leg. Bottom left: Participants enjoy the course despite the stormy weather. Bottom right: All smiles on approach to the finish line.

Saturday’s game was a complete mud bath!