The Guardian - 3 June 2020

Movies back on the big screen

Motueka State Cinema’s Mark Wentworth is preparing to open on Thursday for the first time since New Zealand went into lockdown.

On Friday at 8pm and again on Tuesday at 8.10pm he is screening ‘Blue Moon’. The film, made locally in March 2018, by Stef Harris’ Dark Horse Films Motueka has claimed numerous awards and was an ‘Official Selection’ for this year’s prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

The Easter Bunny came a little late for Sally Austin this year, but it was worth the wait

Sally Austin thought it was a practical joke when Greg Dykzeul, Motueka Branch Manager from the Nelson Building Society, called to tell her she’d won NBS’s Easter Draw - a brand new 2020 Subaru XV.

“I honestly didn’t think it was real,” she says. “He suggested I have a look at the NBS website – my son-inlaw checked and confirmed it. I’m still in disbelief.”

Sally officially won the car back on April 7, but couldn’t see her prize until the move to COVID-19 Alert Level Two. On Tuesday 19 May, she took it for the first spin to pick

up her granddaughters (Ruby, 11, and Nina, 9) from school.

“My daughter is a nurse so I’m caring for the girls while she works through this time. I headed off in the car, it wasn’t as intimidating as I expected, being so new! The kids were over the moon and we turned the sounds up and had a little car party to celebrate.”

NBS has been running target account promotions like this for over 15 years. Greg says it’s a great feeling to call someone and give them such exciting news, and it was particularly good to do this during the stress-

ful time of lockdown.

“Once she realised it was true, she was absolutely chuffed. She said she’d never won anything before and never owned a new car.

Sally says, “If you knew the history of my cars over the years, you would understand how unbelievable this is. My first car was a horse and cart,” she laughs. “And it wasn’t totally mine, it was shared around. Most of my life I’ve driven cars with the possibility they’d leave me stranded on the side of the road.”

In fact, when she walked into the local Motueka Branch of

NBS two years ago, she set up a Target Savings Account with the knowledge that her vehicle was on its last legs and she’d need to replace it.

“They told me the Target account put me in the draw to win a car, but I just forgot about it because I thought, there’s no chance it’d be me.

NBS has been really good, I like that they’re local and I can go in and talk to someone, and I like how community-minded they are.”

Commercial Manager Howie Timms says that every $100 in a person’s Target account counts as an entry, and they

draw a winner three times a year.

“Usually we get to surprise the recipient by showing up with the car, but lockdown meant Sally had a fair bit of anticipation built up.”

Sally’s granddaughters Ruby and Nina were also counting the days, and spent the time drawing pictures of the car, going driving, and a portrait of Sally receiving the car with instructions on what she should wear.

“I let them down a bit on that one,” she laughs. “Honestly, I’m feeling very, very lucky, and I’m so grateful to NBS. We’re really just absolutely delighted.”

Sally with Greg Dykzeul from NBS, shows her delight at winning the car.

Indie-Pop singer songwriter from Golden Bay releases debut single

Left, above and below: Laura-Mae’s debut single ‘Betsy’ has been released to rave reviews, while connecting with people through music is one of her performance highlights.

Pohara singer songwriter Laura-Mae’s debut single ‘Betsy’ was only released last month and already she’s fielded requests from an American music blogger, been played on Hutt City Radio and The Hits, the latter of which she is in the top six for their national song-writing competition.

“I popped champagne when I heard about my success in The Hits competition. It’s a nationwide lockdown competition and we find out in a couple more weeks who the winner is,” says LauraMae.

Embarking on guitar and singing lessons from the age of 12, she strengthened her performance style through acting classes and nationwide country music awards, as well as being a finalist in the Smokefree Rockquest.

Fresh out of high

school, Laura-Mae took a five-year break from her musical career to study Marketing and Management at Wellington’s Victoria University. And it was here in New Zealand’s most creative city where she jumped straight back into her singing passion by seizing an opportunity to become lead vocalist for a local covers band, which led back to her own music.

Staying true to her relaxed and upbeat vibe Laura-Mae draws lyrical inspiration from John Lennon and Stevie Nicks whilst structuring the rhythmic guitar pattern to that of Ziggy Alberts or Mumford and Sons.

Touring last summer, she covered most of the north island, playing in pubs and boutique sites, her tour also bringing her south where she entertained folks in the Mussel Inn as well as numerous

other locations.

“I really love connecting with people through songs. My favourite aspect is playing originals and when you get good feedback from that it just feels so great.”

During lockdown though it was the people of Pohara who had the good fortune of being Laura-Mae’s audience. Conducting balcony gigs on a Friday night, “when people would normally have gone to the pub”, Laura-Mae advertised her free gigs by popping flyers in locals’ letterboxes.

“People really liked the gigs and doing it on the deck it was nice to be able to take song requests.”

With ‘Betsy’ released during lockdown, Laura-Mae has been forced to rely entirely on online promotion which she says these days plays a major part.

“I’ve been added to 14 different Spotify playlists which is exciting and am doing most of my advertising on Facebook and Instagram.”

Laura-Mae’s growing fan base will be rapt to know ‘Betsy’ is just one of three singles to be released this year, the Indie-pop beach-loving singer songwriter is heading to Wellington soon to record another and there’s also another summer tour on the horizon.

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The “Keep Motueka Beautiful” group held a socially-distanced working bee with the help of the Horticultural Society at Sanctuary Ponds on Saturday, 23 May. The teams were replenishing bulbs and planting flowering shrubs to enhance the lovely park. “Sanctuary Ponds, on Old Wharf Road, looks especially beautiful at this time of the year with all the autumn colours,” says Isobel Mosley of Keep Motueka Beautiful.

Pateke ducks released in the Abel Tasman

Conservation work is once again happening in the Abel Tasman National Park with the first weeks of Level-2 restrictions seeing traps and plantings checked, and 49 rare pateke ducks released.

Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust volunteers, Project Janszoon team members and Department of Conservation rangers were excited to return to the park and get back to the business of protecting wildlife.

Birdsong Trust coordinator Abby Butler says a lot of work has gone in to ensure volunteers can check traps safely in the park under Covid-19 restrictions.

“The volunteers are very very happy to be back in the park checking traps and report many were full so it’s important to be able to reset the traps again.

We are particularly grateful to the water taxi companies who are helping us access trap lines in what is a tough time for tourism operators,” says Abby.

In other work the Project Janszoon team were able to check on the kaka released late last year at Wairima/ Bark Bay.

The kaka do seem to have spread out along the coast in lockdown with signals picked up for most of the birds at either Bark Bay or Anchorage.

Sadly one bird had died, but we were only able to find skeletal remains so don’t know what the cause of death was.

Weeding has also begun again and planning for planting is underway.

With the help of Air New Zealand a very special cargo landed into Nelson on Thursday, 21 May destined for the park. After being blessed

at the airport by Arch Deacon Harvey Ruru of Te Atiawa the 49 pateke/brown teal ducks were driven to the Awapoto River at Hadfield Clearing and released as dusk fell. A small group, including Abel Tasman Youth Ambassadors and students from Motupipi School, were there to welcome them to their new rohe.

Pateke are one of New Zealand’s rarest ducks with an estimated 2,000 – 2,500 left in the wild. Since 2017, Project Janszoon, the Department of Conservation and local iwi have released 288 pateke in the Abel Tasman National Park, which is one of only two South Island pateke sites.

Project Janszoon director Bruce Vander Lee says the Abel Tasman National Park is now seen as extremely important in the survival of pateke.

“With Covid-19 restrictions only a small group were able to witness the release but it was an important milestone.

Pateke are doing very well in the Abel Tasman and soon we won’t need to release more birds as the population will be selfsufficient and continue to grow naturally. The public will get lots more chances to see this rare native duck in the wild as it spreads through the park,” he says.

DOC biodiversity ranger John Henderson says extensive predator control has helped the birds thrive.

“The pateke have done well from the start, breeding in the first year after release and unbanded, wildbred ducks are seen regularly. No radiotagged pateke have been killed by introduced predators which is a fantastic result,” he says.

Pateke/brown teal ducks were driven to the Awapoto River at Hadfield Clearing and released as dusk fell.

A volunteer takes to the weeds at Coquille Bay.

Barry Dowler to take Motueka seat at council

Following Motueka’s recent by-election Barry Dowler will join Trindi Walker and David Ogilvie around the Tasman District Council (TDC) table on Thursday.

The by-election came about as a result of the resignation of Claire Hutt in December 2019.

“This was one of the more unusual elections we have had to hold due to the restrictions placed on candidates, and to a degree, the voters by the COVID-19 lockdown,” says Electoral Officer Sandra Hartley.

“Despite representations to the Government regarding the difficulties posed by the lockdown, the legislation governing local government elections did not allow either the Government or ourselves to delay the by-election.”

The number of votes received is in line with previous elections, showing Motueka residents are very interested in who is representing them at the Council table, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 restrictions, say the TDC.

Voter return was 42%, with 3,782 votes.

‘I’m quite looking

Is it time to further recognise those who serve in our military?

Barry Dowler has won the Motueka ward by-election by more than 400 votes.

Minister for Veterans Ron Mark has announced the launch of a national conversation that aims to find out whether New Zealanders think there should be a formal agreement between service people, the Government, and the people of New Zealand.

aspects to their service. While serving New Zealand, they do not have all the rights and freedoms of other citizens. They accept that they may be placed in harms’ way.

ans and their families,” says Ron.

forward to getting back into it and making what are hopefully the correct decisions for Motueka and districts,” says Barry.

One of Barry’s priorities is the High Street and he says it’s one of his “pet hates” that the NZTA hasn’t tackled the project yet.

He’d like to see a round-a-bout at the Clock Tower intersection, lights at Tudor Street and pedestrian

controlled lights further down the High Street as well as a turning bay at Wallace Street.

“I want to pick up the ball on this one and start running with it.”

There’s also the possibility of a heavy truck by-pass in the future says Barry.

And Motueka’s stormwater management plan is important to “get right” he says while ensuring it’s affordable.

Acknowledging that there’s also climate change to take into account Barry admits he’s going to be “very busy”.

“But I’ve got the time, which is why I put my hand up. I’m hoping to work really well with the other Motueka councillors and see some progress.

I’d like to thank everyone that supported me and everyone who voted.”

“This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. New Zealanders recently demonstrated their support for our military service personnel by standing in their driveways in a show of respect this Anzac Day. But we want to know if New Zealanders think we should do more for those who serve our country,” says Ron.

“Military personnel are, or have been, part of a unique environment and culture - one where there are extraordinary

“Research indicates that service can have negative impacts on their health and wellbeing, and that some face difficulties in transitioning to civilian life. They can spend long periods away from their whanau, which can affect whanau wellbeing.”

The survey asks New Zealanders about recognition and support for service personnel, and what they think about establishing a formal agreement, or a Kawenata.

“Prominent examples of a Kawenata or Covenant, in overseas jurisdictions are the Armed Forces Covenant in the United Kingdom, and the Australian Defence Veterans’ Covenant, and I believe they have demonstrated significant benefit for veter-

“Cabinet agreed that the Veterans’ Advisory Board undertake a national conversation with New Zealanders about the possibility of establishing such a Kawenata here.

“A Kawenata could provide additional recognition for the service our military personnel have given our nation, or support for their wellbeing and that of their whanau,” says Ron.

The aim of the survey is to ensure all New Zealanders have the chance to have their say. I encourage all those with a view on how our military personal should be treated to participate,” says Ron.

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Rescued after 19 days in hostile bush

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National Park from the Anatori River Carpark on Saturday, 9 May and a Police search was launched on Tuesday, 19 May after they were reported missing by a friend the day prior.

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Little Blue Penguins hunker down for breeding season

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Top left: Dedicated local residents trap rats and stoats to protect the Little Blue Penguins along the Kaiteriteri coastline.

Left: A pair of Little Blue Penguins hunker down in a nesting box provided by the ‘Love our Little Blues’ group.

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Dangerous roadside tree removal – rural areas

In conjunction with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), Tasman District Council is o ering a free service to remove hazardous trees from rural roadsides and adjacent properties, where they pose a risk to road users.

The aim of this project is to improve the safety of our roads and redeploy workers from all industries that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown.

We’d like to know about any problems in your area, particularly:

• Overhanging trees or branches that could fall onto the footpath or road.

• Overgrown trees that reduce road users’ views of the road. Roadside trees that are interfering with overhead power lines. Fill in the online submission at tasman.govt.nz (search: tree hazard), or email us at projects@tasman.govt.nz, with your name, contact phone number, the location of the hazard and a brief description of the problem. If you can, please provide photos.

Once received, we’ll assess your submission and prioritise it according to the risk to the public. If corrective action is required, we’ll assign the work to one of our teams, who will then be in touch to discuss the options available.

Please note: This is a “one-time only” initiative with a fixed, 100% Ministry funded budget, managed by the Tasman District Council. Qualified tree specialists will be engaged for all tree felling and limb removal work.

While the lockdown period resulted in quiet beaches for the little blue penguins around the Kaiteriteri coastline, it also restricted trappers from operating, leaving local penguin lovers anxious about the potential explosion of the rat and stoat population.

Despite these fears,

the little blues appear to be thriving says Linda Jenkins, coordinator of Love Our Little Blues. “They’re (the little blue penguins) are coming ashore now and sorting out their burrows for the breeding season,” says Linda.

At just over 25cm tall and weighing just

1kg Linda says the penguins are vocal at night as it’s currently a really social time for them to reconnect within their colonies.

They are rarely seen on land because they usually spend their days at sea fishing and feeding, and thanks to the trapping efforts along the coastline by

a dedicated group of local residents, there are now 18 less rats and one less stoat for the Little Blues to contend with.

“It’s definitely been great with the drop to level 2 to get back out there, checking and setting traps to help protect our Little Blues,” says Linda.

Community’s health paramount in new safe drinking water policy

The safety of Tasman residents’ drinking water is of paramount importance and will be protected under a new set of guiding principles adopted on Thursday, 21 May by the Tasman District Council.

The new Drinking Water Quality Management Policy is a direct response to the Havelock North gastroenteritis outbreak, which resulted from contamination of the town’s drinking water supply in August 2016.

Government guidance issued in 2019 following an investigation into the Havelock North contamination identified the need for Councils to put clear policy in place demonstrating commitment to six fundamental principles of drinking water safety.

Tasman Mayor Tim King says it was essential the community could have confidence its drinking water supply was

safe at all times.

“No-one wants to see another Havelock North happen and it’s our responsibility to ensure we can protect our water supply to the community from its source right through to where it comes out of people’s taps.”

The ‘source to tap’ approach means the Council will:

• Embrace a high standard of care to manage water quality at all points along the delivery chain

• Maintain an organisational sense of responsibility and dedication to providing consumers with safe drinking water

• Monitor and manage land use activities upstream of abstraction points to ensure they do not impact on downstream drinking-water quality

• Maintain robust multiple barriers against contamination appropriate to the level of potential contamination and harm

• Ensure, where appropriate, source protec-

tion is enabled in the Tasman Resource Management Plan

• e elop, maintain and review robust Water Safety Plans (WSPs) for each supply scheme

Other key elements of the policy include:

• the approach for prioritising investment in water supply infrastructure, with drinking water safety to be at the heart of decision-making

• ensuring strong lines of communication with other Councils, Nelson Marlborough Health, central Government, iwi, key stakeholders, the community, water supply contractors and regulators

• a pre entati e approach to identify and manage risks to the drinking water supply.

Tim says the policy would guide the Council as it continued its essential work to provide a clean, secure supply of drinking water to the community.

“We’re going to have

to make some decisions over the next year or so to support these principles and to give us the greatest confidence we can possibly have that we have minimised the risks to that supply both at its source and as it travels through our pipe network to people’s taps. Some of those conversations may not be easy and I fully expect our community will be play an active part in the consultation we’ll carry out around chlorination later this year, for example.

“We have a very clear responsibility and the Government guidance about how we deliver on that is more stringent than it has been in the past. People’s health is paramount and we’ll be keeping that at the centre of our ongoing efforts to deliver water to the community.”

The new policy will be available to read on the Council’s website.

100% of COVID-19 cases recovered in the Nelson Marlborough region

Nelson Marlborough residents can celebrate their contribution towards preventing sustained community transmission of COVID-19 in the region, with the last active case discharged from isolation on Thursday, 21 May.

Nelson Marlborough Health Director of Public Health Dr Stephen Bridgman says that without the co-operation of people in our region this achievement would not have been possible.

The last close contacts (of confirmed cases) being monitored by the Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service were discharged from isolation on Saturday, 16 May by Dr Bridgman, followed by the last recovered case the next week in Marlborough.

“I’d like to thank all cases and their local close contacts, who co-operated with strict isolation and quarantine requirements. The general public have also made a phenomenal effort to follow the Alert Level rules, and to get symptoms assessed and tested.

“It’s timely also to acknowledge our health professionals and health support staff across the region – in particular the Public Health Service team managing case investigation, contact tracing, and monitoring and the support of cases and contacts.

Primary health teams such as those working from communitybased assessment centres, and our hospital services who cared for confirmed cases and many suspect cases in isolation wards also played a critical role.”

“This huge collective effort has prevented sustained community transmission – the spread of the virus in our community between people who do not know each other. This is clear in our testing data – of the nearly 7000 local tests over the past two months, we have identified only 37 cases

through testing,” says Dr Bridgman.

Nelson Marlborough cases – a snapshot

• The first case in the region was notified to the Nelson Marlborough Medical Officers of Health on 20 March, and the last one on 29 April, with a total of 50 cases in total.

• 49 of locally notified cases were reported to the World Health Organisation by New Zealand. One further case was reported by Slovakia; while this case was not reported in the NZ figures it was part of the Nelson Marlborough Health workload and illustrates global collaboration in trying to control the pandemic.

• Of the 50 cases, 27 cases are considered to have been infected while overseas, 15 cases were infected in a chain of transmission linked to someone who was known to be infected over-

seas, 4 cases were locally infected from an unknown source, 3 cases were locally infected from someone infected from an unknown source, and 1 case remains under investigation but was likely infected during travel from an overseas destination.

• Three cases required acute hospital care for some stage of their illness – two at Wairau Hospital and one at Nelson Hospital. Two people required intensive care. 32 acute hospital bed-days were used to care for COVID-19 patients, across intensive care and general wards. No COVID-19 deaths were recorded locally.

• 47 cases were managed in home isolation, monitored and supported by the Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service team.

• 27 cases were women, 23 were men. The ages ranged from

12-82 years, with a median age of 45 years. The ethnicity breakdown is:

41 cases European or ‘other’

7 cases ethnicity Maori

1 case NZ European/Maori

1 case Pasifika

• The regional breakdown for cases under territorial authorities (the national requirement for case reporting) is: 22 cases were resident in the Marlborough District, 21 in the Tasman District , 7 in Nelson City.

• Between 18 March and 24 May, 6840 tests for COVID-19 have been conducted in our region, across primary care, hospitals, aged residential care facilities, community-based assessment centres (CBACs) and mobile testing. Of these the most tests (69%) were taken at CBACs.

Locals encouraged to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to raise funds for breast cancer

Broadcaster and Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Ambassador Stacey Morrison is encouraging people in the Tasman region to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this July, to help raise urgent funds needed to support patients and save lives.

Last year more than 30 breakfasts were held in the Tasman region. Around 105 people in the Nelson Marlborough DHB area are diagnosed with breast cancer each year.

With more than 3,300 women across the country diagnosed with breast cancer every year, and more than 650 a year still dying, the need for support is greater than ever. This has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, where around 400 women who would have received a breast cancer diagnosis missed

out on getting mammograms or a referral from their GP, delaying their ability to start treatment.

Proceeds from Pink Ribbon Breakfast will go towards helping these women get the support they need, as well as those already undergoing treatment. They will also help to drive early detection and ground-breaking research to prevent further deaths.

Stacey Morrison, who lost her mum to breast cancer aged just 45, says she’s delighted to be the face of Pink Ribbon Breakfast for the second year in a row: “I’ve been inspired by the resilience shown by so many as COVID-19 became another issue to deal with, on top of their cancer treatment.

Breast cancer touches so many Kiwi families and I feel for them, especially during this stressful time.

“As we rally together as a nation, I’m

also hoping we can show some love for people affected by this devastating disease. Hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast is a fun and easy way to let patients know they don’t have to face breast cancer alone. It’s a fantastic way to raise awareness about breast health and honour the ones who have survived or the ones we’ve lost. All while raising much-needed funds for this important cause – which are needed now more than ever.”

Evangelia Henderson, chief executive of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, says, “Breast cancer hasn’t stopped for COVID-19 but it has had a huge impact on our work. Although Pink Ribbon Breakfast wasn’t able to happen in May like it usually does, we’re thrilled to be bringing it back for July. “If the last few months have shown us anything, it’s that

there are many different ways we can still be together as a community. Pink Ribbon Breakfast is all about Kiwis coming together, in a way that works for them, for one cause: to bring us a step clos-

er to our vision of zero deaths from breast cancer. “Through all of the upheaval, we are still making sure people get the best possible support during their treatment and recovery, spreading the

word about the importance of early detection, and relentlessly pushing for scientific breakthroughs. The money raised will go towards this life-saving work. So, please get involved in whatever

way you can – your support will make a real difference.” For more information and to register to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, visit www. pinkribbonbreakfast. co.nz

Stacey Morrison is “delighted” to be the face of Pink Ribbon Breakfast for the second year running.

Boost to Warmer Kiwi Homes delivering jobs after funding boost

Insulation installers for the Government’s Warmer Kiwi Homes programme are gearing up to take on more staff after the recent $56 million funding boost, says the Energy Minister Megan Woods. Megan says the funding boost will deliver an additional 9,000 insulation and heating retrofits, and will also see grants increase to 90%.

The Minister visited Community Energy Action (CEA) in Christchurch on Friday, 22 May as the charitable trust gears up to meet increased demand.

“CEA is just one of the companies across the country saying they will increase the size of their team off the back of the recent funding announcement.

“I am delighted that the trust is looking to expand so soon after the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme went on pause during

Alert Level 4.”

Installers contracted to the programme are back out in the community installing insulation and efficient heaters using robust health and safety protocols.

The sector, which currently employs 1,300 contractors across 90 companies has been busy since getting to Level 3 of the COVID alert system, completing 700 heating and/or insulation retrofits since 28 April.

The Warmer Kiwi Homes programme has also recently reached a significant milestone with more than 20,000 installs of insulation and efficient heaters nationwide, says Megan.

“We are very proud of this achievement –that’s a large number of Kiwi households looking forward to a warmer and drier home this winter.”

As of the beginning of March there

have been over 400 insulation and heating retrofits in the Nelson region under Warmer Kiwi Homes, including 396 insulation retrofits, and 33 heating retrofits. In the Tasman region there have been over 250 insulation and heating retrofits, including 231 insulation retrofits, and 19 heating retrofits.

“Insulation and efficient heaters don’t prevent the spread of Covid-19 but a warm, dry home does protect the most vulnerable and decreases the risk of hospital admissions from respiratory disease.”

“We’re also proud of the significant third-party funding that has been leveraged through the programme to date. With the Government now meeting 90% of the cost, we expect that top-ups from third-party community organisations will make retrofits free of charge to many applicants.

Megan encourages homeowners to find out if they are eligible and apply for a grant. You can check whether you’re eligible for a grant by visiting www.

warmerkiwihomes. govt.nz.

“It’s important that you make sure family members and friends know about the grant offer which makes

insulation and highly efficient heating much more affordable, for instance homeowners looking at having a $3,000* heat pump installed will only pay

$300.

“It’s a great opportunity to improve the quality of New Zealand housing, as well as the health, comfort and wellbeing of people.”

Left: Energy & Resources Minister Megan Woods, CEA installation manager Les Norris and CEA insulation installer Ryan Forman at the Community Energy Action in Christchurch on 22 May.

Powering up a wheelchair in the name of community spirit

It was a combination of having excess stock and a healthy dollop of community spirit that led Ed and Karen te Groen from Smart Power Electric Bikes to give away a wheelchair attachment to convert a non-electric into an electric during the national lockdown.

“We just thought, well someone will benefit from that. We’ve given one away before and know what a difference they can make to people, by making their life easier,” says Ed.

Having received official permission from the COVID-19 Response Team to continue trade during the lockdown, they posted the offer on Facebook asking for nominations of anyone who would value the attachment.

The post generated an “overwhelming” 170 comments, which Ed and Karen carefully read through before determining the recipient.

Local John Grieve was nominated by his

grand-daughter and a number of friends, his plight standing out to Ed and Karen.

John, who has a leg amputated, was “stunned” at having the wheelchair attachment donated says Ed.

“It was so lovely

to help someone out in these hard times. I went and put it on his wheelchair, fitting it and fine-tuning it all for John,” says Ed. “It was cool to be there for his first spin on it, he’s a nice fella and was appreciative.”

Passionate about their electric bikes, Ed and Karen were one of the first to go into business selling them eight years ago.

“They give you so much more freedom and are such an easy form of transport.”

Selling their stock nationwide during lockdown, the couple have had one of their “best-ever” sales periods and are currently running low on stock, but it will soon be replenished assures Ed.

Dear Editor,

For the two thirds of people who voted for change in the latest by election. I wish to take this opportunity to thank all whom placed their trust in me to push for positive change in our little piece of paradise. Rest assured I shall continue to ensure our voice is heard over the next two years and look forward to your support in the future.

Kind regards, Nick Hughes Motueka ward candidate.

Ed te Groen of Smart Power Electric Bikes gave away an electric wheelchair attachment during COVID-19 to “make someone’s life easier”.

SUPER RUGBY

Paul Bucknall is congratulated by Mitre 10 Motueka’s David Richards from a distance. Each month Mitre 10 gives away a $1000 gift card to a lucky customer for filling out one of their customer surveys called MY TEN CENTS WORTH, and this month Paul was the fortunate recipient. When a customer visits any Mitre 10 store throughout New Zealand they get the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. By completing the survey they’re entered in the draw to win a $1000 gift card.

National funding sought to improve local streets

In an effort to capitalise on the changes people made to how they travelled and used our streets during the COVID-19 lockdown period, Waka Kotahi (New Zealand Transport Agency) has initiated the Innovating Streets for People Pilot Fund.

The Fund offers local authorities a subsidy of up to 90% towards projects that create more people-friendly spaces in towns and cities.

This initiative recognises that many of us want to live in vibrant neighbourhoods, where we can easily get to work, and access shops and services. We want to feel safe and comfortable moving around, in ways that are good for our health and take care of the planet.

This funding is aimed at allowing Council’s to make quick progress towards this goal by testing and piloting projects to assess their value to the community.

The successful applicants for the first round of funding will be announced thismonth with a further round of funding to be allocated at the end of July.

Tasman District Council has submitted

applications for seven proposed projects, with three in our area -

Motueka Active Transport - improving walking and cycling options around the town centre through a mix of using wide footpaths as shared paths, on-road cycle lanes, reducing speed limits and pedestrian refuges.

Takaka Town Centre - making the centre more people friendly by creating more space for pedestrians, shoppers and diners, lowering the speed limit on the main street and adding a temporary pedestrian refuge to make crossing easier.

Golden Bay High School – a range of trial measures to address transportation safety issues identified around the school including improving walking connections to Takaka Township, increasing cycle storage, traffic calming around the school and improving mobility impaired access.

If funding is allocated, the successful projects will be done as trials within the next financial year.

Help for locals in financial strife to help become debt free

In these times of uncertainty, many locals are facing serious financial hardship, but FREE help is at hand!

Christians against Poverty (CAP) works with local churches to release New Zealanders from debt and poverty – into lives filled with hope and freedom.

The Tasman Bible Church has partnered with CAP to get as many people in the areas of Mapua, Tasman and Motueka the help they need if they have found themselves in financial difficulty says newly trained Debt Coach Stephanie Bryant, who is “glad” to have joined CAP to service our area.

After finishing Motueka High School Stephanie ventured to Otago where she met and married her husband. The couple farmed for 40 years before retiring to Mapua and more recently Moutere. Regular attendees of the Tasman Bible

Church, for the past seven years Stephanie has helped with Mainly Music and Friends and Neighbours, and now she’s looking forward to helping locals head toward a debt free life.

The team at CAP say financial pressure doesn’t discriminate on upbringing.

“Life circumstances and COVID-19 has certainly raised awareness of this more than ever, says the Nelson region’s centre manager for CAP, Dave Harris.

Since it was established in 2007, CAP has helped over 1,650 New Zealanders go debt free.

“We provide holistic support, including money management, so you don’t need to stress about power bills and you’re free to put healthy food on the table, and to dream again,” says Dave.

Citing CAP’s relatability Dave says it’s not just about helping meet people’s financial needs but also their mental and holistic needs.

Sixty-six percent of CAP clients say that debt issues have created relationship strain and they have withdrawn from community connections.

How it works: If bills, credit cards and debt are causing you stress, if you have

lost your job, if you are struggling to hold it all together – talk to one of the friendly Richmond team.

CAP takes the pressure off negotiating with money lenders. “We’ll set up a budget so you’re on track to go debt free,” says

Dave. “In fact, 93% of our clients stay debt free for five years after becoming debt free – it works!”

For more information, phone 0508 227 111 (free Help Line) or visit www.capnz. org

Reality TV stars Lily McManus (23) and Richie Boyens (32) spent lockdown in Ligar Bay. The couple met on this year’s ‘The Bachelorette NZ’ show, where Richie stole Lily’s heart to become the show’s winner. The couple were living in separate Auckland flats but not wanting to do the entire lockdown period apart they opted to come together to a bach in Golden Bay instead.

Debt Coach Stephanie Bryant is offering free help to locals in debt through Christians against Poverty.

New predator-control drones to help nature in hard-to-reach places

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is investing $790,000 to test a new predatorcontrol drone and take another step towards a predator free Aotearoa, the Minister for Conservation Eugenie Sage announced in March.

“Restoring nature so indigenous species can thrive requires new tools and technologies for predator control in a way that is humane, safe, effective and affordable.

“Drones have the potential to be a game-changer – in helping remove pests from remote offshore islands, respond to pest incursions and suppress predators on mainland New Zealand. They may become another of the broad range of tools available to the Department of Conservation (DOC) and landholders to manage predators and restore New Zealand’s

unique natural landscapes.

Predator-control drones have not previously been used in New Zealand. Kiwi startup Environment & Conservation Technologies (ECT) will test how the drone performs in a series of field trials, using a new light-weight bait spreader to apply nontoxic cereal baits over areas between 600 to 2000ha.

DOC’s Tools to Market programme will invest $790,000 in the drone proposal.

“It will look at the feasibility and costs of drone use for predator control, as well as potential savings in carbon emissions from current aerial methods.

“This Government is supporting innovative Kiwi companies such as ECT to develop the technology of the future to bring back our native wildlife,” says

Community spirit can’t be locked down

Letters

Dear Editor,

Re: Council cracks down on smoky outdoor burns

The ongoing many complaints TDC gets about air pollution from outdoor burns is a clear indication that TDC’s outdated policies need to change!

They should stop giving permits for folk to burn their rubbish.

It is polluting, very offensive and mostly

unnecessary. It is clear (no pun intended), that many people who burn are not responsible. Having worked in the horticulture industry for 35 years, I know what is being burned.

It is a disgrace what is happening.

TDC signed up to the local leaders Climate Action Group and now the Nelson – Tasman Climate Forum, but leadership and action on air pollution is non-

existing. TDC’s attitude is not only bad for us and hypocritical but also an insult, especially towards the young people who marched in protest for the lack of action on air pollution.

The situation is bad, so we really need change!! Get off the fence!!

Eugenie. Crew from the Galapagos rat eradication project, attributed to ECT and Island Conservation.

Karyn Smith of Mrs Smith’s Café in Riwaka gifts Kaiteriteri Volunteer Fire Brigade’s OIC Robin Thompson a box of food for Brigade members.

Toward the end of last month the Kaiteriteri Volunteer Fire Brigade were the recipients of

an “awesomely generous” box of food from Mrs Smith’s Café in Riwaka. The café donated the food box

as a thank-you to the Brigade for working on the front line throughout the nationwide lockdown.

The members of the Brigade were “humbled and thankful for their generosity”.

Regards, Boris Leegwater Motueka Valley

Over Queen’s Birthday weekend, Wharariki Beach turned on a stunner. The track to Wharariki Beach travels over farm paddocks and through a section of coastal forest, before arriving at the beautiful windswept coast.

Denny Hulme was born and raised in Motueka. After leaving school he worked in a garage and saved enough to buy an MG TF. He began competing in local events and in 1960 won a Driver-to-Europe scholarship. This took him to England where he worked for the legendary Australian F1 driver and constructor, Jack Brabham.

In 1967 Denny became the first – and to date only – New Zealander to win the Formula One World Championship. Between his debut at Monaco in 1965 and his final race in the US Grand Prix in 1974, Hulme made 112 starts in F1, for eight victories and 33 podium finishes.

As a member of the McLaren team that won five straight titles between 1967 and 1971, he won the individual drivers’ championship twice and was runner-up on four other occasions. In 1967 Denny not only won the F1 championship but was second in the Can-Am series and fourth in that year’s Indy 500. Denny was recognised with the New Zealand Sportsman of the Year award.

The 1967 championship consisted of 11 races. Denny won at Monte Carlo and in Germany and secured enough podium finishes elsewhere to claim the Championship by five points from his boss, Jack Brabham. In 1968 Hulme joined fellow Kiwi Bruce McLaren’s team, he remained with McLaren until his retirement in 1974.

After retiring from F1, Denny turned to touring car racing. In 1992, while competing in the Bathurst 1000, Denny suffered a massive heart attack at the wheel of a BMW M3 travelling at just over 300 km/h. He hit a wall but managed to bring the car to a relatively controlled stop. He was pronounced dead on arrival at Bathurst Hospital.

Following his death Denny Hulme was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. In 2002 Denny was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame. He remains New Zealand’s only F1 world champion.

Local personality Karen Holliday was the first New Zealander to win a full world cycling title. She won the world title in the women’s points’ race at the 1990 UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Maebashi, Japan. At the same world championship she finished fourth in the road race. Karen also won the 1990 New Zealand women’s road race title.

Karen accredits her cycling accomplishments with her sheer determination and her incredible coach, Herbert Franz. Herbert first met Karen during a training ride. He saw her riding in Lower Moutere, but didn’t catch up to her until they got to Upper Moutere. Karen was cycling fast that day, but even more amazing, Karen was pregnant with her first child Olivia at the time.

Karen fondly remembers Herbert (who has since passed), he was like family to her. She describes him as her ‘guardian angel’. During Karen’s training with Herbert, when she was a young mother, Herbert’s lovely wife Lene would look after baby while Karen trained with Herbert. Karen praises the incredible support she had from her husband and her family during her cycling career for helping her to make New Zealand cycling history. It was a huge sacrifice for this talented cyclist to leave behind her baby to head overseas and compete. But in the end everything came together, she gave it her absolute all and was well rewarded for her efforts.

In the 1991 New Year Honours, Karen was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to cycling. She was named as New Zealand Sportswoman of the Year for 1990 at the Halberg Awards. In 1997, Karen was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame.

Nathan Fa’avae is considered the best adventure racer in the world, Motueka has been the ultra-endurance athlete’s home for almost 20-years, having moved from Nelson.

This six time adventure racing world champion has competed in 32-different countries, having won major competitions in every climatic environment on the planet. He attributes much of his sporting success to the training and adventure opportunities the region offers combined with ideal weather.

Nathan and his wife have three teenage children at Motueka High School who are all active in the school’s sports programmes. The couple own an events management company that runs the iconic Spring Challenge, plus some other annual events.

In the summer time Nathan enjoys kite boarding and surf ski paddling. He is an avid trail runner and tramper. Whitewater rafting and canoeing are popular family activities for the Fa’avae crew.

In the winter he mainly skis with his family or tours the back country, plus some easy grade mountaineering trips. Perhaps what makes Nathans sporting career so extraordinary is he has battled with a Heart Condition ‘Atrial Fibrillation’ throughout his adult life.

Nathan’s last race was in Fiji, the Eco Challenge - the world’s toughest race - presented by Bear Grylls. It was a major television production and Nathan is sworn to secrecy about the race, until it is released on Amazon Prime in August.

Eric Tindill is the only person to play tests for New Zealand in both cricket and rugby, and the only person to play tests in both sports, referee a rugby test and umpire a cricket test.

The talented sportsman was born in Nelson in 1910 and raised in Motueka. Eric trained as an accountant, and worked as a civil servant for 40 years in the government audit office. He was affectionately known as “Snowy” due to his fair hair.

Eric played 16 matches for the All Blacks, including one test, a 0-13 loss to England at Twickenham in 1936. He later turned to refereeing and controlled three tests, two between the All Blacks and the British Lions in 1950 and one involving New Zealand and Australia in 1955.

Tindell played five tests for the New Zealand cricket team as a wicket-keeper/batsman between 1937 and 1947. He also umpired in one test match in the 1958-59 season between New Zealand and England as well as serving a period as a New Zealand selector. Eric Tindall was New Zealand’s only genuine double rugby-cricket cap.

In the 1981 Queen’s Birthday Honours, Eric was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to rugby and cricket. He was inducted as a member of New Zealand’s Sports Hall of Fame in 1995 and received a Halberg award for services to sport in 2000. At the time of his passing in 2010, aged 99 years old, Eric was the oldest surviving All Black and test cricketer.

Your local electronics genius!

Neil Scott has seen many advances in technology since he first entered into the electronics business at the age of sixteen. In the beginning Neil repaired old valve radios and televisions. He watched as we transitioned to cassette tapes, video recorders and compact discs, repairing our new gadgets and learning all sorts of new skills on the way. But one thing hasn’t changed, his love for repairing all manner of electronic items.

Neil started as an apprentice with Gordon McPherson Appliances. He went on to work at a number of electronic businesses before making the big move to set up his own business in 1989. At the time he had a small workshop, just down from Farmlands in High Street. His landlord kindly gave him three months’ rent free until Neil became established, and he has been operating as one of Motueka’s leading electronic repairers ever since.

At Scott Electronics you’ll find Neil’s workshop brimming full of a massive variety of electronic items, equipment, parts and numerous other curious items. He is in his absolute element, in this well-loved space. And describes the varied jobs which come to him, from children’s toys with broken buttons to top of the line audio equipment.

If it’s an electronic item, chances are Neil will know how to repair it.

“When you want a technician, it’s best to get a real one,” says Neil. And with forty six years of experience, Neil is definitely a ‘real one.’

Electronics genius Neil Scott with Wendy Kooistra his trusted administrative assistant

Neil totally at home in his workshop

Neil in his element, servicing a television with his most loved piece of equipment, his multi-meter.

Neil is assisted three days a week by his trusted administrative assistant Wendy. This talented lady keeps track of all the paper work among other administrative tasks.

Being one of Motueka’s most trusted and respected electronic technicians is one of Neil’s many talents.

He also plays the bagpipes and has been doing so since he was 12 years old.

In 2015 Neil played at the Edinburgh Tattoo with the RAF Pipes and Drums section. They performed 21 shows in total and he absolutely loved it. He has also played his pipes at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow.

But that’s not all, in true ANZAC spirit Neil has played his pipes at all of the Normandy beaches out of respect for the fallen.

Neil wants to thank all of his past and future customers. He loves Motueka and all the interesting people in our district. Neil has enjoyed meeting every single one of you.

If you are looking for a reliable, trustworthy electronics technician, give Scott Electronics a call, they are open Monday to Friday. From Security cameras, TVs, pruning shears, welders to audio equipment, Neil just loves fixing and servicing electronics.

Wendy is the friendly face at the desk when you first step through the door. She’s helpful and cheerful, providing a warm welcome to all their clientele. She comes in to help out on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Wendy explains they do a number of insurance claims and are also a Panasonic service agency.

Neil doesn’t often say no to repairing an item, in fact the only thing that would hold him back would be locating parts.

Thank you Motueka !

Sevil, with owners Hakan and Stacie, next to Turkish chef Ibrahim

Hakan, Stacie and the team at Taste of Turkey want to say a big thank you to Motueka for your support, friendship and patronage during the last two years. Yes, it’s been two years since Hakan and Stacie set up their fabulous Turkish eatery in High Street, and its official, Motueka locals absolutely love Taste of Turkey.

The doner kebab, it’s a particularly popular takeaway food here in Motueka but also around the globe.

When we were in Level four lock-down, due to COVID19 restricions, a doner kebab from Taste of Turkey was a well craved desire to look forward to. As New Zealand moved down to level three, Hakan and Stacie made sure our palates were well rewarded; and it was worth the wait. Kebabs were back on the menu, yum!

At Taste of Turkey they create the most satisfying, mouthwatering doner kebabs.

Fresh flat bread, covered with succulent meat or tasty falafel, packed full of fresh crunchy salads, topped with your choice of sauces, rolled to perfection and ready to enjoy!

The most famous kebab in the world!

Did you know that most famous kebab in the world is the doner kebab, which literally means “rotating kebab”?

Before taking its modern form, the ancestor of the doner kebab was the ag kebab and it s mentioned in the Ottoman tra el books of the 18th century. It was a horizontal stack of meat from the eastern province of Erzurum.

The famous cook Eskender Efendi is considered as the inventor of the doner kebabs. In his own family biography he wrote that he and his grandfather had the idea to roast the lamb vertically rather than horizontally. The juices of the meat drip down, marinating the meat as it’s cooked. Which is why doner kebab meat is so succulent and flavoursome.

At Taste of Turkey we are lucky enough to be fed by one of New Zealand’s most recognizable Turkish Chef’s. You will find the talented Ibrahim Kocaturk in the kitchen preparing his famous doner meat, while creating all manner of other treats.

MOTUEKA

Turkish coffee – the ultimate pick-me up

The phrase “Turkish coffee” refers not to a type of coffee, but to the way the coffee is prepared: The coffee grounds float freely in the brew, leaving behind a layer of “mud” at the bottom of the cup. But there’s more to it than just coffee grounds and water.

Traditionally, coffee is added to cold water in a copper pot. The coffee-and-water mixture is stirred and slowly heated over medium heat. Just before the water boils, the pot is set aside and its contents are allowed to settle. Then the pot is put back on to boil. This time, half is poured into a cup, while the rest is reheated and then used to top off the drink.

Because it’s unfiltered, the coffee never completely dissolves. When drinking Turkish coffee, the trick is to gently agitate your cup time and time again to re-mix the grounds with the water.

Superstition says the grounds left after drinking Turkish coffee can be used for fortune-telling. The cup is commonly turned over into the saucer to cool, and it is believed by some that the patterns of the coffee grounds can be used for a method of fortune telling known as tasseography.

While you are enjoying a coffee do try some baklava, it’s the most fabulous nut and honey laden pastry treat. Hakan uses local honey for his baklava, it always sells out fast, make sure you don’t miss out!

Pick up a few pieces of their delicate Turkish delight, and maybe some Helva flavoured with pistachios or almonds as well.

Keeping it local with fresh healthy food

Hakan smiles broadly as he describes their food.

“Our speciality at Taste of Turkey is healthy, traditional food. Of course, there are kebabs on the menu as these are without a doubt the most popular dish! But we also do great fresh salads, iskenders (a world-renowned Turkish dish) and a very popular lamb salad with fries meal.”

Stacie explains how important it is to them to support local businesses, which is why they source all of their ingredients locally whenever possible.

This means when you visit Taste of Turkey not only are you supporting Hakan and Stacie’s businesses, but also many other businesses in our region.

A customer pops their head in the door, gives Hakan and Stacie a friendly wave, thanks them for being so accommodating with her order and proudly announces that the fries at Taste of Turkey are the best in Motueka.

There’s a wonderful warm vibe at Taste of Turkey, not only does the food make you feel good, but their friendly warm hospitality is second to none.

Next time you are looking for a quick pick me up or a healthy meal, head to Taste of Turkey in High Street, they are opposite the Smoking Barrel. The food is beyond delicious, fresh and healthy. And you’ll feel good in the knowledge you are supporting local people and local businesses.

Taste of Turkey has to be one of Motueka’s most popular and well loved eateries.

“A massive thank you to all of our customers for your patronage, conversation and your friendship we really appreciate it and we love Motueka,” says Hakan with a twinkle in his eye and his trademark grin.

Taste of Turkey is open seven days a week, so you can rest assured of healthy fresh flavoursome food any day of the week.

Runners tackle the Tantragee Saddle

With the Government increasing the allowable group size to 100 under the new Covid Level 2 conditions, Nelson athletes really enjoyed the experience of their first ‘real’ race in over 10 weeks.

However, many runners and walkers had been training and racing over that time, but the format of their events was very different. Throughout Covid Levels 4 and then 3, all events were ‘virtual’, with up to 83 athletes in the Waimea Harrier Strava Group competing against each other, but in isolation. Once we were in Covid Level 2 we were able to have two semi-virtual races at

Rabbit Island with runners able to compete in small groups.

Saturday’s race was a ‘park run’, allowing more space for physical distancing before and after the event. It was over the very popular, but demanding course, the Tantragee Saddle. Competition

NBS Motueka Golf Club results

Another beautiful last Saturday in Autumn saw another huge field for the Men’s Monthly Medal and the Ladies LGU. It is amazing how good our course is for this time of the year. A real credit to our Greenkeepers!

The Men’s Medal winner was Glen Fitzpatrick with an excellently compiled Nett 67.

C Grade

1st Graham Shaw 72

2nd Bill Agnew 74

3rd Ian Shirley 75

D Grade

1st David Clarke 74

2nd Ron Noordjik 75

3rd Ray Marsden 76

Ladies Results

Best Gross Kerry McConchie 84

Best Nett Grace Latimer 72

2nd Jean Hodson 74

3rd Alison McMillan 75

at the front of the field was fierce with Brian Kemp, 48.45mins taking out Chris Sharland by just one second. Katie Malthus was the first woman home in 56.06 mins, with Steve Pauling the fastest walker in 85.06 mins.

This Saturday, the first event from

our original Winter Programme will take place. This is the first of three Wallace Shield cross country races held at Rabbit Island, with details of these events on the Waimea Harrier website. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Keeping Motueka in the Flow!

A Grade

1st Kevin Armstrong 70

2nd Jud Kenning 72

3rd Bruce Miller 74

B Grade

1st Martin Bevan 72

2nd Geoff Park 75

3rd Richard Bullock 76

Seven players had twos but the highlight of the day was a hole in one by Steve Vercoe on hole no 4. The fourth ace that Steve has scored!

Lower Moutere

Store closest to the pins were won by Steve Vercoe (obviously) and Shona Johnson

On Sunday the last round of the Du Maurier Mixed Canadian Foursomes was held. This event is held over three rounds with the best two counting. In a very close competition Elizabeth Martin and Simon Hall won with a score of 130.

2nd Suzanne and Steve Vessey on 131.2

3rd Donna Mitchell and Ian Rowling on 132.4

On the chilly but sunny Thursday morning this group was snapped getting some fitness in at Flow Dance Fitness Motueka’s class.

The energised dance based workout is designed to bring you joy accompanied by great tunes. Anybody is welcome to join the class, held in Motueka on Monday and Thursdays at 9.30am in the Memorial Hall.

Last Saturday afternoon the Motueka Bowling Club recommenced its bowling activities with the first organised roll-up of the winter season. 19 club members took advantage of a beautiful sunny afternoon to play bowls and to socialise for the first time since the end of March.

Members are reminded that the AGM will be held on Sunday 5th July at 2pm in the clubrooms.

Runners underway during Saturday’s race.

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CANCER SOCIETY All local support groups and programmes are postponed due to Covid-19. Please contact us for more information phone (03) 539 1137 info@cancernelson.org.nz

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.

NELSON RAILWAY Founders Park. Our workshop has now reopened and we require volunteers for track work, restoration work and general workshop duties. If interested, ring Bob 027 2218083 or 035450849.

TREE PLANTING, THORP BUSH Join Keep Motueka Beautiful working bee starting 9.30am Saturday 6th June. Wear suitable warm clothing, with gloves, boots etc. Spades available. Morning tea provided. Ph 528 9599 for queries.

church services agm

agm

MOTUEKA AMATEUR RADIO CLUB AGM

Sunday 7th June 2pm

SAR Room Motueka Police Station. All welcome.

antiques

$$$ 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 9am - 4pm).

death notices

DIXON, Ralph

Peacefully passed away at the Woodlands Resthome in May 2020. Husband of the late Vera Dixon and beloved father of Jeffrey. Grandad of Zachary and James. We would like to honour Ralph at the Rose Gardens in Motueka on Saturday 6th June 1.00pm. Welcome to all those who knew Ralph. We would like to thank the staff at Woodlands Rest Home.

death notices

SPOONER, Rodney George 30.12.1930 - 31.05.2020

carpet cleaning

TASMAN Carpet

Cleaning - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.

chimney sweep

C HIMNEYSWEEP Marahau-MotuekaTasman-Moutere and surrounding areas. Free quote or query. Phone Steve 021-081-01146.

memorial

TREANOR, Valarie

In loving memory of my dear wife Valarie (Val). Sadly left us 10 years ago on 5.6.2010. So sadly missed and never forgotten by Judi, Alison, Michael and Kylie and all their families, and your loving husband Ken. The ones we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day.

“Our little Fighter.”

funerals

Sadly, Rod slipped away peacefully on Sunday with family beside him. Loved and loving husband of Audrey, Father of Robyn (Fisher), Gregory, Christopher, Stephen, Andrew and Susan (Staples). His many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren were special to him, he was so loved, so cherished, and will be very much missed by many.

Grateful thanks to Dr Oliver Madigan for his wonderful care over many years.

Rod’s cremation service is at 2pm on Saturday, June 6th at St Thomas Church, Motueka.

entertainment

Rec Centre, Old Wharf Road motueka.statecinemas.co.nz

firewood

QUALIT Y D RY

FIREWOOD AVAILABLE

Delivered per trailer load (3m3). Free delivery in Motueka. PHONE 021 228 5025

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.

garden sleepers

GARDEN SLEEPERS

200 x 100 x 2.1m

Hardwood Sleepers. 10 pack $320. Delivery available. PHONE 021 228 5025

room available to rent

RIWAKA Room available to rent $150 per week including power. Warm and quiet. Idyllic location. Phone 02102462371

STORAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060. public notice

Hardy Street, Nelson 7010. Give us a call on 0800 371 471 to book an appointment or for more information. publictrust.co.nz

HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.

stump grinding STUMP Grinding, tree felling. Stumps ground to mulch for ready gardening. Ph: Andrew 021 081 82 123, AH (03) 553 0633.

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

BEDSIT accommodation available in exchange for dog walking and some household duties in Kaiteriteri area. Phone 027 540 2608 CARER and cleaning work available 12 hours per week approximately, over 3-4 days in Lower Moutere area. Phone 027 540 2608

LEEON JOHNSTON

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