Nelson Weekly - 3 May 2023

Aimex accident victim breaks silence

TRACY NEAL

Open Justice Reporter

If it weren’t for a gourmet sandwich, Brook Palmer might not be alive.

The young apprentice had been gleefully telling a colleague at Nelson-based marine engineering firm they worked at that his partner had made lunch for him, and he’d been looking forward to eating it.

So when the 18-year-old didn’t show up for lunch, his colleague knew to go looking for him.

The colleague found him lifeless at the bottom of the boat and immediately called for help from a cellphone.

“I believe my son is alive because of his friend and that earlier conversation between the two regarding a planned lunchtime meeting,” his mother Paula Palmer says, four year on.

Brook had worked at Nelson-based industrial engineering firm Aimex for only about six months when a workplace accident cut short his ambition of a career as a marine engineer.

The effects of that day on July 29, 2019, still linger in Brook’s tired expression, and in his mother’s anger.

Brook had been using a volatile brake cleaner to clean the engine bay of a large catamaran and was

unfamiliar, as it turned out, with how to use it safely because. According to WorkSafe NZ, this was due to the company failing to develop a safe system of work relating to hazardous substances. It had also failed to properly supervise, train and instruct its workers on working with hazardous substances.

For this, Aimex was sentenced in July 2021. It received a fine of $250,000 and was ordered to pay

$65,000 in reparation and $1434 in costs after admitting a charge under sections of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015. What Brook and others didn’t know was that just days before his accident another worker had also been overcome by fumes carrying out the same task.

“Employee X” - as he was named in court documents - had been

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Lost ring found at Tāhunanui Beach

KATE RUSSELL

When Holly Cumming lost a sentimental ring at Tāhunanui Beach earlier this year, she thought she would never see it again. However, thanks to the local metal-detecting community, she has now been reunited with the special piece of jewellery. The ring, made by local jeweller Benjamin Black and gifted to Holly by her late nana, disappeared when Holly was swimming at the beach in early January.

“Nana gave it to me for my 21st, so it is very special to me,” says Holly, who lives in Auckland.

“She passed away in September last year, which was a difficult time. Our family always goes down to Nelson each Christmas and we kept that tradition going last year.”

Holly says she was “absolutely devastated” when she realised the ring was not on her finger.

“Losing something that my nana had given me, with her passing away still being quite raw, was hard.”

Holly and her mum decided to return to the beach at low tide to see if they could find it.

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Holly Cumming with her nana, Beth Cumming, who passed away in September 2022. Photo: Supplied.

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“We mapped out where I was standing when I dropped it, but couldn’t see a thing.”

Holly then joked that they should get a metal detector - and low and behold, a man with a metal detector walked up to them.

“We couldn’t believe our eyes. We had a chat with him, his name was Tony, and he pulled hundreds of rings out of his back pocket. Unfortunately, mine wasn’t one of them, but he was so lovely and willing to try and find my ring,” she says.

“He spent the next couple of hours pacing the area we mapped out. He really went out of his way. We even saw him the next day when we drove past the beach, but he didn’t find it.”

Fast forward to late February,

and Holly got a call from Benjamin Black saying that someone with a metal detector had handed in her ring.

This time it was another local metal detectorist, Cam Jeyes. He had seen the jeweller’s mark on the ring and returned it to them. Then, they were able to track down Holly.

“I was absolutely shocked,” says Holly. “I didn’t expect it at all, and it was just a few days after my nana’s birthday, which was quite special. We’d been thinking about her a lot over that time. It was like nana had found it.”

The ring has since been returned to Holly, who is now being “extra cautious” when she goes swimming.

“Every time I go to the beach, I make sure I’m not wearing it.”

It’s not the first time Cam has

reunited a precious ring with its owner and he says it’s always a “good feeling”.

In December 2021, Cam found a wedding ring that had been lost in the sand at Rabbit Island for four years.

It’s owner, Josh, happened to be surfing at the beach at the same time Cam was doing a regular sweep of the beach.

When they returned to their cars, that happened to be parked next to each other, the pair got chatting about the lost ring and Cam asked, “your name’s not Josh, is it?”

The ring was engraved with the words Josh.Helen and so was returned. Cam says it’s an unwritten rule with detecting that you try to find the owner of anything sentimental.

“Some of the items go to the po-

lice station but I like the personal touch of trying to find the owners myself. Social media is great for that these days.”

Cam, who has pursued metal detecting as a hobby for around three years, says he is a bit of a “history buff” and finds plenty of rings amongst the old coins. “We are digging quite deep in the sand - these items could have been sitting there for hundreds of years.”

Cam’s one piece of advice to people is to engrave something on their precious jewellery. “It makes it so much easier to hunt the owners down if they lose it.”

Cam says he is always looking for people who require their land scoured over for lost items, you can reach him at ‘Nelson Metal Detectorist’ Facebook group.

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Parking changes: no more selling cars

MAX FRETHEY

Local Democracy Reporter

Parking a truck or caravan outside your house or trying to sell your car on the roadside could be a thing of the past if proposed changes to Nelson’s parking bylaw are passed. These proposals are just two of a range of changes to Nelson’s parking bylaw being proposed by Nelson City Council. Other potential changes include banning parking on the berm and moving your car to a different park to try and avoid time restrictions.

A new traffic and parking bylaw needs to be approved by 3 November, which is when the current bylaw lapses. Council can’t regulate traffic and parking without a bylaw in place. The new bylaw that council is proposing takes the opportunity to clarify several rules but does bring in some other significant changes.

“[Those are] based on what we’ve learnt and issues we’ve had in the past that we’d like to be able to have a little bit more control over,” says Drew Bryant, council’s team leader transport activity planner.

“We’ve also tried to use best

practice on what we’ve seen from around the country.”

Currently, parking on the berm – or verge – is allowed everywhere except where signs ban it. Council is proposing this norm is swapped so berm parking is only permitted in specific places which aims to reduce damage to the berm and underlying services, such as buried pipes.

the roadside are also proposed to be banned due to their potential to distract drivers.

Some councillors, however, expressed reservations.

Tim Skinner says he was concerned that the changes might have “unintended consequences” and unfairly affect how people travel and recreate, while Trudie Brand also said she was “apprehensive” about the nature and extent of council’s planned consultation on the bylaw.

Council’s group manager infrastructure Alec Louverdis agreed that the bylaw needs to “encapsulate all of Nelson” and highlighted that now was the time for residents to have their say.

Parking trailers on the side of the road for more than seven days is not currently allowed.

Council is also proposing this ban be extended to motorhomes, heavy vehicles, and immobilised vehicles due to the number of complaints council has received about long-term parking of these vehicles.

The parking of vehicles or trailers that are for sale, advertising, or election campaigns on

“People need to consider that and come back [to council]; we’ll hear that [feedback], we’ll deliberate, and we’ll pass a final bylaw considering all the views.” The proposed traffic and parking bylaw is out for public consultation until 2 June, residents can have their say at shape.nelson.govt.nz.

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cleaning the engine room of the same vessel Brook had been working on with brake cleaner when he was overcome with fumes.

Fortunately, he recognised the symptoms and was able to get himself out of the situation immediately.

None of this was known to Brook as he eased himself down into the hull and began using the same brake cleaner five days later. Brook, now 23, was eventually diagnosed with severe hypoxic brain injury. He remembers only what he was told afterwards.

Hypoxic brain injuries are described as being the result of restricted oxygen supply to the brain, which causes the gradual death and impairment of brain cells.

Paula says Brook’s memory was still only 30 per cent recovered 18 months after the accident, despite extensive follow-up care and rehabilitation.

“His future was so bright, and I lost my son for some time. It was like he had dementia – like he had the memory of a goldfish.” He hasn’t held down a full-time job since because fatigue still

hits him. Instead, he survives on ACC, $50,000 reparation he got in 2021, and support from family, including Paula who runs her own business in Nelson, and his partner - the same person who made the sandwich - with whom he lives.

During the investigation into Brook’s accident, behind the scenes, and leading up to WorkSafe laying the charge, evidence of the earlier accident involving Employee X was concealed and later destroyed.

It’s been argued by the Crown that Aimex was trying to lessen the penalty it faced.

During its investigation into Brook’s accident, WorkSafe claimed details of the accident involving Employee X were “repeatedly denied by the business owners”.

The Nelson District Court has now heard that evidence later came to light showing key documents were destroyed to cover up the previous incident.

Steven Patrick John Sullivan, the managing director and one-third shareholder of Aimex, and his brother, William Mansfield Trevor Sullivan, the former health and safety manager, have now pleaded guilty to criminal charges after

a police investigation into what happened.

Despite efforts by WorkSafe to get to the bottom of what it had heard, but couldn’t prove, the evidence came to light only when someone brought in by Aimex to review its health and safety procedures started asking questions.

The man, known as “Mr B” in court records, is former Port Nelson chief executive Martin Byrne. Byrne, who has agreed to be

named by Open Justice, arrived as a consultant and was later appointed as Aimex’s chief operating officer but left soon after, in what were mysterious circumstances but which are now clear. It was after his appointment to the senior role in July 2021 that, according to a police summary of facts, Byrne became aware of what he describes as a “number of concerning circumstances around the destruction of the

Employee X incident report and actions taken intending to cover up the incident in order not to disclose the matter to WorkSafe NZ”.

He immediately quit and on legal advice he submitted a Protected Disclosure Statement to WorkSafe, recording his inquiries and admissions made to him. The following month, the police began an investigation into the allegation.

They found a saved copy of Employee X’s incident report at the home of a former employee, and on the same day they seized the original copy of the employee’s timesheet, on which he was said to have noted the incident.

Byrne says it’s pleasing to see some form of positive outcome for the Palmer family.

Paula credits him with helping them find a way forward.

“He’s really the hero in this story because without him the truth never would have come out.”

William and Steven Sullivan are due to be sentenced in July.

Brook Palmer, known as ‘Employee A’ in court documents, has struggled to make headway after being left with a long-term brain injury following a workplace accident in July 2019. Photo: Tess Jaine.

Nelson Tasman rentals buck the trend

WAKATU LODGE ON THE MOVE: The Wakatu Lodge on Waimea Rd in Nelson is being moved, piece by piece, to a new home in the Moutere where it will be restored to its former glory by its current owners. The historic building has been in the city for 128 years and has most recently been run as a short and long-term accommodation provider. In 1972, the Nelson Hospital Board opened it as a home for the aged and a rehabilitation centre. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

Upgrade for Buxton Square park

KATE RUSSELL

Nelson City Council is starting a small upgrade to the park area of Buxton Square in the central city this week. The upgrade will include new asphalt, bike stands, plantings, levelling the grass and removing the old wooden barriers. The tree and two existing benches will remain, one older

bench will be removed.

The council estimates the work should take one to two weeks to complete at a cost of $25,000 which will come out of the CBD Aesthetic Elements budget. Alec Louverdis, Group Manager Infrastructure at the council, says they have been asked to provide cycle racks in this area of Buxton Square by local businesses and the proj-

ect has been in the pipeline for three years.

“This area was identified as needing an upgrade and is the ideal space for bike stands, rather than removing public carparks to allow for the space. This work will see all four sides of the carpark serviced by bike stands.” The owner of nearby Alma House is in full support of the work.

The Nelson Tasman region saw a 40 per cent increase in rental supply in March, despite an overall nationwide drop in supply. Trade Me Property sales director, Gavin Lloyd, says nationally, there was a 13 percent decrease in listings onsite year-on-year, but the regions were a “mixed bag”. Nine of the 15 regions that Trade Me monitors saw an increase in the number of rentals on offer compared with this time last year, with the Nelson Tasman region having the second highest spike behind Manawatu/ Whānganui.

Wood-fired barbeques sizzle out

Wood-fired barbeques will be a thing of the past at Moturoa/Rabbit Island after this week. Tasman District Council is removing all of the wood-fired barbeques on the island after its insurance company raised concerns about the fire risk to forestry in the area.

The 14 barbeques will be replaced with gas-powered versions, some of which are already installed around Rabbit Island. “At this stage there will four new single and two new double cookers,” says a TDC spokesperson. They say there is potential for further installations in future years. The gas barbeques

will be free to use. The new barbeques will be installed on concrete pads and shade sail posts will be driven in now, with shade sails to be fitted during spring. All of the wood-fired barbeques will be refurbished where possible to be reused but as yet, it has not been decided how many can be repurposed, nor where they might be relocated to.

Buses go blue

In preparation for Nelson City Council’s new electric buses, due to launch in August, three of the current buses have been painted blue. If you see a blue bus on your route, it’s the right bus and it will still accept your Bee Card and take you to your desired destination.

Victory’s Matariki celebration returns

The Victory Matariki celebration will be back again this year and will be held on Friday, 21 July. As with every Matariki celebration in Victory, there will be hāngi, school and community performances, fire poi, African drumming and the lantern lit hikoi. If you would like to be involved, help with planning and preparation, with kai in the run up to the event, or even perform, then please email steve@victorycommunity. org.nz or call 546 8389.

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Francis takes on Carole King

KATE RUSSELL

Nelson’s Francis Meria lives and breathes the piano.

He plays at local resthomes, in bars, and on cruise ships - but this Friday he will be showcasing the music of Carole King with the award-winning Ali Harper at the Theatre Royal.

Francis grew up in the Philippines and moved to Nelson in 2009.

He was immersed in learning the piano by the age of five and hasn’t looked back.

“I was playing weddings by the time I was 12-years-old,” he says. Since he has been in Nelson, he has been showcasing his talents in many ways.

“I’ve been involved with the Nelson Youth Theatre, Nelson Repertory, Nelson Musical Theatre, and NCMA,” he says.

He also plays piano and sings at local resthomes and retirement villages, plays at private functions, as well as in some bars.

He was playing on cruise ships month-on-month-off, and that’s when he met Ali.

“She now introduces me as the ‘piano bar entertainer’ and says she chose me because of my smile. It’s a bit of a running joke,” he laughs.

“What I love about the cruise ships is that every night there is just so much talent on board.”

Francis says he enjoys listening to music he can play - usually some-

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thing “jazzy and funky” - but he is looking forward to playing some of Carole King’s well-known hits. “It’s a really great show if you are a Carole King fan, but even if you don’t know her music you will still love it because Ali is a great performer, she knows how to connect with the audience and make them part of the show.”

Carole King has been hailed as one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, with her 1971 album ‘Tapestry’ changing the face of music for women forever.

A Natural Woman - Celebrating the Music of Carole King is on at the Theatre Royal on 5 May, 7.30pm. Tickets are available from www. theatreroyal.co.nz

Truck driver fined after shifting vehicle from yard

A truck driver was caught in breach of his logbook hours while shifting his vehicle from where it was parked in a yard. But Keith Nigel Williams has avoided disqualification from driving because a judge used his discretion to label what happened as a technical breach caused by him moving his truck. Williams, who has been driving trucks since 2005, admitted in the Nelson District Court on Monday a charge of being a driver exceeding 13 hours and not having 10 hours of continuous rest time. Williams went to move his truck from the StraitNZ Longhaul yard in Annesbrook, to make room for another vehicle due to arrive. Because there was no parking on Quarantine Road, he decided to continue to his accommodation in Brightwater, where he planned to get his required 12-hour break. He was pulled over en route, and the logbook breach was discovered. Judge Tony Zohrab said in convicting Williams that he had no history of driving offences, but warned him, “we can’t have tired drivers”. Williams was fined $200 on each charge and ordered to pay court costs.

Man arrested in Operation Cobalt

A patched Comanchero gang member is before the courts after the Nelson Tactical Crime Unit arrested him as part of Operation Cobalt last month.The man was arrested on 23 April following an investigation targeting unlawful conduct by members of the Comanchero gang, which included a number of search warrants. The 34-year-old man was charged with possession of methamphetamine for supply. A police spokesperson says approximately 441 grams of methamphetamine and $2,600 in cash was seized during the search warrants.The street value of the methamphetamine is estimated to be about $227,000.Detective sergeant Ian Langridge says police are continuing to make enquiries into this type of offending and are committed to disrupting the supply of methamphetamine in the community. “These drugs have a devastating effect on our community,” he says. The harmful consequences of drugs are wide-reaching and go far beyond the individual user.” The arrested man is due to appear in the Nelson District Court on 15 May.

Killer deals on world class brands of speakers

Beggs Musicworks massive speaker sale is the perfect opportunity to sort out your sounds for the upcoming long winter nights. With reduced prices on selected international powerhouse brands such as KEF, Klipsch, PSB, Q Acoustics, Bowers & Wilkins, SVS and DALI, owner Tim Babbage says there will be certain items on sale with quite significant reductions. “The biggest saving will be up to $4,000. We will do a deal on anything, but some deals in particular will be killer!”

Made in the UK, KEF exists to ‘fill rooms with music as it was meant to be heard’. The brand was established in 1961 by founder Raymond Cooke who was propelled by a love of music and a refusal to compromise, ensuring KEF’s position at the cutting edge of audio. Fellow Brits, Q Acoustics uses ground-breaking engineering and ingenious construction of its products to create life-like, thrillingly realistic and affordable sound. They have been designing awardwinning loudspeakers since 2006, from affordable stereos to high-end home cinema sound, and wireless audio systems. A fellow Englishman, Bowers & Wilkins founder, John Bowers, dreamt of producing the perfect loudspeaker and delivering recorded sound that is utterly

faithful to the live performance and to the artist’s original intent. The Klipsch brand was created in the USA in 1946, by audio pioneer Paul Wilbur Klipsch. A true eccentric, he gave rise to speaker technologies that would forever impact generations of music lovers. Also American-made, SVS challenges the status quo of ‘high-end’ subwoofers and speakers to bring convincing and immersive sound to the masses. Based in Ohio, the SVS mission is to re-energize people’s desire for awesome sound by bringing passion, fun and expertise back into the mix. PSB is a Canadian company founded in 1972 by someone Tim describes as ‘one of the most genius speaker designers’, Paul Barton. “There will be some really good deals on these. The T600 Premium Tower Speakers will be in the sale. Normally retailing at $15,000, there will be a huge reduction on the price tag.” Scandinavian-made, DALI (Danish Audiophile Loudspeaker Industries) was created in 1983 to meet demands that other existing brands couldn’t offer. DALI loudspeakers offer outstanding performance and natural sound at competitive prices. Sale lasts until the end of May and only while stocks last.

Nelson pianist Francis Meria features in Ali Harper’s show at the Theatre Royal this Friday, celebrating the music of Carole King. Photo: Kate Russell.

Nelson gets its own video podcast

The region is getting its own locally-focussed podcast with the launch of The Nelson Pod today.

A collaboration between Top South Media (publisher of Waimea Weekly), video production company Be Seen

More and journalist and former Nelson City councillor Matt Lawrey, The Nelson Pod promises to deliver compelling conversations with the

people who make the region tick and some of the inspiring but often under-the-radar characters who call Nelson home.

For Matt, The Nelson Pod is the latest in a long list of media projects and roles.

“We’re going to be talking to some really dynamic people and telling some thought-provoking stories that will hopefully get Nelsonians thinking

about what kind of a future we want for our region,” Matt said.

Be Seen More founder Todd Star says The Nelson Pod presents an exciting opportunity to bring a high-quality video product to the region’s media mix that brings stories alive in a way that only moving pictures can.

“Podcasts are great to listen to but they’re even better to

watch. We’re doing things in an intimate way that’s really going to draw people in and give them an insight into local newsmakers and thought leaders in a way that hasn’t really been done before.”

The Nelson Pod launches today and is available to watch or listen to on You Tube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, the Nelson App and Spotify.

One-on-one outside the ring

The Nelson Pod host Matt Lawrey sits down with Victory Boxing founder Paul Hampton in the first episdoe of Nelson’s first video-first podcast.

After 11 years of running Victory Boxing on a daily basis, founder Paul Hampton is enjoying a change of focus.

Paul has passed much of dayto-day running the operation to Victory Boxing’s recently appointed assistant manager, Harry Jenkins, and is now focussing on new ways to develop the programme. He thinks getting to work more on the future of the organisation will benefit its long-term health.

“It’s been a very, very full on, intense time and I’m very proud of what we’ve done. I’m as passionate as I was on Day 1. I’m still there all the time and it’s exciting getting to work on new initiatives, like getting a counsellor working at the gym,” he said.

“It gives me a feeling that I’m not so locked-in and I can explore some other things and share the load.”

Paul says, in the early days Victory Boxing had no money and the plan wasn’t entirely rational, but he wanted to help young people and he just followed his gut.

“I look back and it’s gone fast, but a lot has happened,” he said.

Paul recently sat down for an in-depth chat about his life and Victory Boxing with the host of The Nelson Pod, Matt Lawrey. The podcast that is launched today covers a wide range of topics, including concerns about someone being hurt at the Fight for Victory fundraisers and the risks that can come with teach-

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ing people to fight. Paul also talks about how he keeps himself mentally healthy, the joy of ice baths and turning 50.

Matt says Paul was the perfect person to interview for the launch of The Nelson Pod.

“Paul’s a legend. He’s built a real community around Victory Boxing and, as everyone knows, he’s a lovely, solid and smart guy. He’s one of those genuinely

Over the past three weeks I've been able to spend time in Nelson as Parliament has been in recess Alongside hosting Ministers and attending Anzac Day events I've visited a number of schools throughout the Nelson Electorate

Our schools are doing a fantastic job teaching our young people, sometimes in difficult circumstances The Government has recently announced our plan to reduce class sizes in primary schools and delayed some of the NCEA changes for secondary schools to ease the pressure on teachers

I am hopeful that we will be able to resolve the outstanding collective agreement negotiations for primary and secondary teachers My thanks to the many school principals and teachers who have taken the time to meet with me so that I can ensure your voices are heard in Wellington

I am pleased that my Private Member’s Bill, the Plain Language Bill is now law The Plain Language Act requires public service departments to communicate with the public using plain language I am looking forward to seeing the Act implemented over the coming months!

I'm back at Parliament this week as we prepare for the upcoming Government budget

The focus of the budget will be supporting people with the cost of living and continuing our important focus on infrastructure and skills

inspiring people that remind us of what’s possible when people follow their passions and think a bit outside the square,” Matt said. Watch or listen on: thenelsonpod.co.nz

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Host Matt Lawrey talks to Victory Boxing founder Paul Hampton on The Nelson Pod, the region’s first video podcast. Photo: Be Seen More.

Todd Star, Matt Lawrey and Andrew Board are launching The Nelson Pod today.

Photo: Tess Jaine.

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Dancing for a Cause a major fundraiser for Nelson Tasman Hospice. It sees 10 locals, with varying degrees of dancing experience, team-up with trained dancers and hit the dance floor on Saturday 27 May at Trafalgar Centre. This week Sara Hollyman talks to contestants Ben Brownie and Rosie James about preparing and their hopes for the event.

What first drew you to Dancing for a Cause?

Ben: First of all the hard-working Sarah Lindup from NBS Dancing for a Cause planted the seed to see if I would be interested......the rest was a no-brainer for me, let’s help hospice, the local community and put on a fun night together.

Rosie: A Facebook post on Sarah’s story not long after I lost a friend to cancer. I couldn’t think of a better way to channel that grief than to raise funds for hospice.

How much money are you hoping to raise?

Rosie: Still hoping to get close to $30,000. So, dig deep Nelsonians.

Ben: $40,000 + would be great.

Tell me about your previous dancing experience (or lack of).

Rosie: Terrible! My Mum pulled me out of ballet classes after one term as she said it was a waste of money.

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Ben: I would say my dance experience would revolve around Mum and Dad having parties at home as we were youngsters, they encouraged us to express ourselves on the dance floor and move our hips! Other than that...The Little Rock??

What’s been the hardest part of the process?

Rosie: The dancing! By a long shot.

Ben: Waking up with sore muscles that I haven’t used for a long time or ever. To start with asking people for money I found hard but because it is for hospice everyone is very generous.

Why is the Nelson Tasman Hospice important to you?

Ben: They have supported my family network, friends and the wider community, everyone wants this amazing service in our region, they are highly skilled and look after people so well.

Rosie: After losing a friend to cancer last year and my stepsister about 14 years ago. Hospice provides much needed care and

support for the terminally ill and their families. Anybody at the end of their life deserves dignified care.

What sort of practice or preparation have you been doing?

Rosie: One session a week with my partner Olly, and one session a week with Olly and our teacher (the amazingly patient Emma!).

Ben: My dance partner Shannon and I have been having one lesson per week with the legendary Sally, one practice with Shannon each week, one practice with my wife Wendy each week &andnumerous steps made in the shower or work place.

What are you most nervous about?

Rosie: I’m not really nervous! I just hope there is still enough time to get the dance somewhat right.

Ben: Entering the dance floor on the night, by far.

Is this the craziest thing you’ve ever done? If not, what was?

Rosie: Quite possibly! I’m not really a thrill seeker but I have donated my eggs three times. Some people think that is a little crazy.

Ben: Yes, by far this will the most out-there thing I have ever done.

Has anything surprised you?

Ben: Yes, the limited amount of dance competitions/clubs now available for competitors in NZ, there are so many talented dancers in NZ.

Rosie: That I can actually dance - somewhat.

What can people expect from your performance?

Rosie: Hopefully that I remember all my steps and keep in time to the music.

Ben: Fast moving, hips and hopefully two dancers standing at the end of it.

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Shoplifter steals thousands

TRACY NEAL

Open Justice Reporter

Shoplifting goods worth almost $1500 was just part of a lengthy crime spree which ended when Daniel John Perring busted a toilet seat in Pioneers Park.

The 27-year-old has been convicted on a string of offences he admitted in the Nelson District Court on Monday including 11 shoplifting charges, a charge of wilful damage and drug charges.

The offending started on January 30 this year when Perring was seen on in-store security cameras, walking out of Nelson’s New World supermarket with $116 worth of items. Between then and March he stole thousands of dollars of good from a multitude of locations across the district.

On February 9 he went to The Warehouse in Richmond and spent a long time moving about the store, filling his bag before going outside to empty it into his car, the police summary of facts showed.

Perring made three trips into the store, filling his bag each time, before he was seen on CCTV fleeing with the items worth $1463.

Five days later he returned, making two trips around the store, taking dental care products and electronic equipment

worth $756 before dropping them into his car.

A couple of days later he went into the Farmers department store in the Richmond Mall and concealed items worth $641 before he was approached by store staff who saw what happened.

Perring then walked out without paying.

On February 17 he returned to the mall and stole goods worth a total of $819 from various stores, including gaming items, and a handheld vacuum cleaner.

The police soon found him and returned all undamaged items to each store.

Perring told the police that he was “going through a rough time”, had nowhere to live and was on medication.

But days later he was back at it, stealing $23 of drinks from Countdown before taking $211 worth of groceries from Pak n Save in Richmond four days later.

Then, on March 4 he returned to The Warehouse in Nelson and concealed multiple items in his backpack.

Perring handed staff a tent light and tarpaulin when approached as he headed out the door, with $107 worth of items still in his backpack which he’d not paid for.

The next day Perring was at Countdown in Nelson when

he paid for a drink but walked out with $95 worth of unpaid items.

It was followed by the theft over two more days from New World in Nelson of a total $75 worth of items; which resulted in Perring being trespassed from the supermarket.

On March 25 Perring was at Pioneers Park in central Nelson near a public toilet block, when he became enraged and started smashing a toilet seat within the cubicle, for “no apparent reason”, police said. A concerned member of the public who offered to support Perring, by then “yelling nonsendically” and throwing the broken toilet seat outside, was then yelled at by Perring before he left the area. Police soon found him and during a post arrest search he was found with 2.3 grams of cannabis and a methamphetamine pipe.

Perring was remanded on bail, with a curfew, for sentencing on July 4.

Judge Tony Zohrab warned him that if he continued to shoplift while on bail he’d likely end up in custody.

NBS donates over $90k to hospice

NBS is donating $90,600 to three regional hospices following the success of a recent campaign to attract new deposit funds.

During the month of March, NBS launched an eight-month term investment special under the banner of “an investment that gives back”. For every new account opened, NBS offered $200 to go to the hospice closest to where the account was opened. Across all eight of the organisation’s branches, the NBS team opened 453 new term investment accounts, meaning a total of $90,600 will be distributed to Nelson Tasman, Mid Canterbury and Buller West Coast hospices. The majority of accounts were opened in the Nelson Tasman region, resulting in a total of $73,400 being raised for the Nelson Tasman Hospice. NBS chief executive, Tony Cadigan, expressed his delight at the result.

“Offering our clients competitive term investment rates, matched with a donation to a

crucial local charity, has been hugely successful.”

Donna Ching-Tregidga, Head of Supporter Engagement & Income Development at Nelson Tasman Hospice was blown away by the donation and says it is an unexpected, but very welcome addition to the hospice’s fundraising ef-

forts.

“Every year we must raise a shortfall of $3.5 million so we can continue to offer all our services for free, so every dollar counts. We are extremely grateful to NBS.”

Over the last 2 years, NBS has invested $2.2 million back into the community.

Donna Ching-Tregidga and Nic Foster. Photo: Supplied.

Cara and Sam Rangi Hannah and Edith Evans, Siobhan Doak and Arty Evans Neel Singh, Jo Robinson and Simon Schmidt Tammy Reynolds and Hayley Campbell Tinipere Campbell-Duffin, Alma AtalahArmstrong and Atarangi Campbell-Duffin

Brodie Robinson, Lilly Zwart and Divan Lourens Krissy Pearce, Lorelle Puklowski, Aaron McCallum, Stewart Bruerton and Ricky Fry Ethan Pemberton and Damon Laingz Baptiste Silvestre, Murray and Tyler Malone (5)

Jane Lawson, Tracey Anderson, Georgia Lott and Kathleen Thornalley

Victory Primary School working bee

Marist v Stoke premier grade

Nelson Civic Choir & Orchestra

MOZART

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Central School sets challenge for Nelson

Nelson Central School is laying down a challenge to the community - come and join their rogaine fundraiser event this weekend.

The Central Challenge is a family adventure race that isn’t just for the school, it is for all of Nelson to enjoy.

“It’s going to be a fun-filled day for all ages and for the whole community,” says Joss Morters of the school community group. Joss says the race is for young and old and other games

and activities will be on offer on the school grounds, too.

“We also have some amazing spot prizes, donated from the business community, and raffles to be drawn. Some students are putting together stalls and there will be food stalls, too.”

The race comes in two formats, a one-hour family rogaine, or a two-hour challenge rogaine.

The one-hour race is set around and near to the school. Any level of ability and age can enter. The two-hour race is set in the town, valleys, and hills surrounding the school and

is perfect for older children, teenagers and corporate teams.

“A bit of strategy is required,” says Joss. “But it’s a ‘challenge by choice’, you go as far and as fast as you choose.”

Online registration closes midnight Friday, 5 May. Those who register by then go into the draw to win a brand-new Evo bike. Registrations will still be open on the event day.

The Central Challenge is on 7 May, 10am – 2pm. Postponement date is 21 May. For more information and to register, go to www.centralchallenge.co.nz

Pianist - Louis Lucas-Perry

Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, 48 Nile Street, Nelson

Saturday 13th May 7pm & Sunday 14th May 3pm

Tickets $38/$28

Nelson at your fingertips

Reap the benefits of composting - nature’s way of recycling

Composting is an easy and environmentally friendly way to manage your food waste, save money and make your garden more productive.

To celebrate International Compost Awareness Week, from 7-13 May, Rethink Waste Whakaarohia is offering a range of free workshops, events and activities. Whether you’re just getting started, or need a little help troubleshooting, there’s something to guide you on your composting journey, plus some great giveaways and prizes to be won.

You can also put the Rethink Waste Whakaarohia $20 compost subsidy voucher towards the cost of a compost bin, worm farm or bokashi set (available through approved retailers – conditions apply). Members

INTERNATIONAL COMPOST WEEK – FREE EVENTS

Tim’s Garden presents Coffee and Compost 101 - mini drop-in sessions

Saturday 13 May at 9am, 10am & 11am at Tim’s Garden

Free coffee (BYO coffee cup), goody bag and prize draw www.timsgarden.co.nz/event-details/compost-coffee

Compost ‘How to’ Hub at the Saturday Market

Saturday 6 May, 8am-1pm at the Nelson Markets

Troubleshoot your compost questions

- great giveaways for dropping in!

Compost Club - Compost Education Workshop

Saturday 6 May,9-11am at Waimarama Community Gardens

Free morning tea and chance to win a compost bin facebook.com/events/s/compost-club/5851207381658168

Mitre 10 Mega Compost Display

7-13 May, inside Mitre 10 Mega Garden Centre

Drop in anytime and enter the prize draw www.facebook.com/NelsonsGardenCentre

Nelson Central School students, from left: Catie Morters, 10, James Laufkotter, 9, and Julian St Germain, who will be taking part in the Central Challenge this Sunday. Photo: Kate Russell.

POPPIES FOR ANZAC DAY: Learning Land preschool on Tasman St got into the Anzac Day spirit last week, adorning their front fence with poppies they made out blank CD disks and bottle tops, with sparkles sprinkled on top. Pictured from left are Hunter Tauwhare, 2, Matilda Hogg, 4, Poppy Riley, 4, and Milan Rollston, 4. Photo: Bobby Nijssen.

Eclectic expands antiques with op-shop

All the best and hope it’s as popular

as your ‘eclectic’.

Kayley Hawthorn

Love this shop. Another reason to

love it more. Kate Williamson

Absolutely amazing.

Eva

Nicoletatos

Looking forward to it.

Nicole Sutherland

Southern Link about politics

Your lead article ‘Luxon backs Southern Link’ shows again that concept is more about politics than good urban design and illustrates Luxon is out of touch, not only with the realities of transport planning but, with the climate crisis too. Sure, he mentioned EVs and hydrogen, but the way he framed them suggests he’s stuck on “business as usual”, just with different energy channels, a model widely condemned by climate specialists. Sadly, Rachel Boyack’s response was also political, framed as National failing to deliver rather than the Southern Link being the fundamentally dumb idea that it is. Global evidence shows enlarging feeder highways invariably worsens the very congestion Luxon seems to think it will ease. Happily, however, our region is on the cusp of major improvements in bus services, a far more promising (and economical) approach in numerous ways. When we finally also reign in our addiction to low-density subdivisions (a key cause of car-centric living, and so of the congestion Luxon bemoans), we will then have the makings of a truly livable city. Sincerely,

Lindsay Wood

Nelson Matters

Hon Dr Nick Smith

KING’S CORONATION

Nelsonians are invited this Saturday at 10am to an informal ceremony and tōtara planting at Queens Gardens to mark the coronation of King Charles III. It will be low key compared with all the pomp in London this weekend but the change of our monarch after 70 years is still a milestone in our history.

There is so much that is good about Nelson that came from our British heritage – the rule of law and independent courts, freedom of speech, local and national democracy and our system of commerce and banking. Our education, health, science, engineering, arts and sports were inherited and adapted from Britain.

I also admire the stability and resilience of the British monarchy. The coronation ceremony in Westminster Abbey dates back to 1066. The significant change of the 1689 Bill of Rights established the parliamentary monarchy. I love Winston Churchill’s description of it as “the worst system of government except for all the others”. The French and Russian monarchies failed to adapt but their revolutions descended into brutal dictatorships. The US Presidential system struggles to find a balance between the need for a uniting figurehead and partisan politics.

FREE WORKSHOP Opportunities from trees

If you’re interested in trees, come and hear about the opportunities in growing trees for timber, for protecting your land and for storing carbon.

Free 3-hour workshops are being held in 18 locations across the country, including one in Nelson on Thursday 11 May at Club Waimea, 3pm - 6pm

Light refreshments will be provided after the workshop. The workshops are being presented by the New Zealand Farm Forestry Association with support from Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service.

If you would like to come along, or want to know more, please email: prettybridge@xtra.co.nz, or call Tony 03 541 8392

What’s On!

Summit Real Estates Careers Evening

Wednesday 3rd May, 6.45pm

Summit Stoke Office, 506 Main Road Stoke

This is a non-committal, no-obligation event. It’s simply a chance to gather with like-minded individuals, network, and gain valuable insights into the industry.

Nelson Giants vs Taranaki Airs

Saturday 6 May, 5pm Trafalgar Centre

Come support the NBS Nelson Giants as they take on the Taranaki Airs. Tickets from: https://giants.flicket.co.nz

Nelson Central Challenge –A Family Adventure Race

Sunday 7 May, 10-2pm Nelson Central School

The Central Challenge is an opportunity to have a day out in Central Nelson and enjoy a Rogaine Adventure Race for all ages and stages. 2 formats available. It is a day packed with family fun, spot prizes, stalls, games and activities. Visit www.centralchallenge.co.nz for more information and ticket prices.

There have been no shortages of failings and faults with the British system through the centuries. I dislike the class system. The colonial era was riddled with racism. The ties between the British monarchy and the Anglican Church need to be loosened to better respect freedom of religion. The future of the monarchy requires it continue to adapt with the times.

There may be a time in future to review our links with the British monarchy but given that it works and costs us little, there is no rush. We have so many problems with the economy tanking, growing crime, and troubles with health and education that we need to focus on fixing these things that will improve Nelsonians’ lives.

I am confident King Charles III will be a voice for good in the world, as his mother was. He has had 74 years to learn the ropes. I do not envy the intense scrutiny he faces over his every word and move. Nelson should wish the new King a successful reign.

Hosted by NZ Farm Forestry Association

Living wage increase poses challenge for Suter

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

The Suter Art Gallery is warning that it may have to close on public holidays without some extra funds from Nelson City Council to ensure it can continue to pay its staff the living wage.

“We have concerns about having adequate funding to maintain our levels of service,” says Julie Catchpole, the Suter’s director.

The gallery built its statement of intent to council on the belief the living wage would go up by 6 per cent, but the recent recalculation of the rate will see the wage increase by 10 per cent from $23.65 to $26 on 1 September.

One cost mitigation option put forward by the Suter would be to close on five additional public holidays – currently the gallery only closes on Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Good Friday.

“But as a key tourist destination, that’s a problem for visitors coming to Nelson Tasman,” Julie says. “What we’d really like to do is to remain open on the public holidays

but with a little assistance.”

The Suter asked council for an additional contribution to the gallery’s operating grant of $15,000 in addition to the budget it submitted in its draft statement of intent.

On advice from council, the gallery’s draft statement of intent assumed no inflation adjustment for the coming financial year given the difficult economic environment council finds itself in with rising costs and flood recovery.

However, the Suter notes that it’s received no inflation adjustment of its grants from Tasman District Council over the past five years.

Councillor Mel Courtney acknowledges that the Suter is taking “a step back” by submitting a draft statement of intent without an inflation adjustment, but adds that was the same situation for all community grants council planned to give over the coming financial year.

However, he did say there was an issue of ‘fairness’ when looking at Tasman’s unadjusted contributions to the gallery of the past years.

Mayor Nick Smith describes

the Suter as a “wonderful asset” for the region as it tries to rebuild its tourism industry post-Covid and agrees that Tasman District Council should provide some more funding for the gallery for that reason.

“We need to lean a little bit more on our neighbours because it is very much a regional facility.”

When asked why the gallery couldn’t close on regular days as opposed to public holidays, Julie says doing so would come with “all sorts of issues” by impacting its lessee, the Suter Café, and school programmes.

Suter chair Steve Green also says that because public holidays are the most expensive days to open, the gallery might have to close two or three regular days to save an equivalent value.

“What we want to do is be open when the people want us to be open, but actually that’s the most expensive time to be open.”

Nelson contributes to new cancer facility

Cancer patients in the Nelson-Tasman region will soon be able to make use of a brand new cancer centre opening in Christchurch later this year.

The Cancer Society’s Nelson-Tasman centre is contributing $50,000 to the new facility, where it’s expected that at least 30 per cent of those using it will be from the local region.

Chairperson of the board

for the Cancer Society Nelson-Tasman, Dr Stephen Neas, says the donation was reflective of the important role that the new facility would have in providing accommodation and support for people in the local community.

“While the new cancer centre is in Christchurch, over 30 per cent of those who stay in the accommodation rooms will be from Nelson-Tasman,” Dr

Neas says.

The Canterbury Cancer Centre is scheduled to open midyear and will contain 50 accommodation rooms.

“The value to our local families of having a free place to stay in Christchurch while they access specialist appointments, surgery or radiation is immense, so it is only right that we support this facility,” he says.

The Suter Art Gallery might have to close on public holidays if Nelson City Council’s doesn’t provide an extra $15,000 in funding. Photo: Max Frethey.

Mother’s Day

Surprise Her!

Mums love small precious things. Visit our store or view the Mother’s Day Collection online and make her special day extra sweet.

JENS HANSEN

320 Trafalgar Square, Nelson. Phone 03.548.0640 www.jenshansen.co.nz

Thank Mum with an amazing massage

Jo welcomes you to send your Mum to enjoy one of her beautiful massages, be it relaxation, hot stone, pregnancy or deep tissue, so that they may leave feeling refreshed and relaxed.

From 22nd May she will be located at Primal Fit in Richmond.

MIND AND BODY THERAPY

Gift Vouchers Available.

Phone 021 264 7559, Email jo@mbt.nz www.mindbodytherapy.nz

SUNDAY 14 MAY

Gift boxes designed to impress

Spoil her with gourmet chocolates, champagne, candles, tea, and pamper products this May.

FOXY BOXY

Shop online www.foxyboxy.nz

Handmade products created with love

Our stunning range of candles, diffusers, room sprays and body care will make a perfect gift for your special Mum.

LIVING LIGHT

Shop 2A, 219 Trafalgar Street, Nelson Central Arcade, Nelson Phone 03 546 7561. www.livinglight.co.nz

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RURAL OUTLOOK FROM DOUBLE GLAZED, 4 BED HOME

The generous 1168m2 section backs onto 2 lifestyle properties with a long view to the hills, so you won’t feel hemmed in here! The brick home is double glazed, and faces north so gets all day sun.

The well thought out floor plan comprises 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas (an open plan living dining plus a separate lounge that can be closed off if required) a separate laundry and a double garage with internal access, so it meets the requirements of most! The main bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom and a walk in wardrobe. However you prefer to keep warm, you won’t be cold here! There are 2 heatpumps, one in the living room and one in the hallway for those crisp

Address: 9A Angus Place, Wakefield

Price: $939,000

Website: welcomerealestate.co.nz

Agent: Sarah Robb

Mob 027 882 1994

winter mornings, and a gas fire in the formal lounge. The current owners missed the ambience of a fire, so have installed a pellet fire which they have enjoyed. The property also offers a handy circular drive, a separate workshop/garden shed, and raised vegetable gardens, with room for more if you wish.

With so many of the important features ticked off, it is likely the new owners may wish to update the décor for their preference, and this has been factored into the asking price. Due to a downsize for the current owner, lovely 9a Angus is now available for you. Please ring with any questions, or pop along to the open home.

sarah@welcomerealestate.co.nz

For further information about 9A Angus Place, Wakefield, contact: Sarah Robb (Licensed under the REAA 2008). Phone 027 882 1994

Enquiries Over $890,000

Sitting in pride of place for sun and views

48 Eighty Eight Valley Road, Wakefield 1117 sqm

There must be a good reason the current owners have stayed here for 35 years! The location is certainly special, so close to the village you can walk the children to school, or just wander through the beautiful Faulkners Bush reserve nearby. When you are at home in your light and bright living areas, you look across rural land and treetops, so your view is green and peaceful, adding such a relaxing feel to this well loved property. The kitchen is upgraded with a new cooktop, a Bosch wall oven, dishwasher and rangehood, and you can chose from a logburner or heatpumps to keep you cosy now that winter is around the corner. Some years ago the downstairs area has been converted to more accommodation, so there is space for all the family.

Beautifully presented, double glazed, like new!

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So many welcoming features here, you feel like you are walking into a new home. Inside the double glazed, brick exterior, you immediately notice the generous proportions of this home - a sunny and light filled kitchen dining room with doors to a covered patio fully fenced from the street, and across the wide hallway is a very large lounge with a new logburner for your winter comfort and ambience. Please note, there are also 2 heatpumps for all year round comfort. The 175m2 home offers 3 well sized bedrooms, and updated showers and flooring in both bathrooms. Other lovely upgrades include LED lighting and new carpet, and in the spacious kitchen, the chef in the family will love the new induction cooktop, and clever use of storage.

Both sellers and buyers are coming, or have come, to recognise the ‘‘new norm’’ regarding the demand-supply equation in play right now, so for sellers the critical actions remain as always: Select a great agent who you can trust and who is part of a team that has a proven track record of success. Invest in a strong marketing campaign that will attract every potential buyer in the market and then push forward strongly and positively towards your sale.

Bryan Thompson, Managing Director, Harcourts New Zealand says that the market across New Zealand has been progressing through a well-recognised period of adjustment post the sugar rush of cheap post-Covid funding.

As you move towards sale day perhaps the defining factor between success and disappointment be the work you and your agent have done to make sure you both fully understand the level of interest from a price perspective that your property has generated. If you don’t, then as a seller you are running the risk of making a poor decision.

The age-old truism that facts defy belief rings very true in real estate, so when you make the final decision to accept

or reject an offer, make sure you do so with all available facts at hand. If you don’t, then you’ll be relying on opinions and beliefs.

“In Nelson and Tasman, the market generally reflects what most New Zealander’s also face when involved in a real estate transaction. Choosing the right agent to work with you and coach you through your journey is most important to achieve a sellers end goal. Making sure your house looks its best has never been more important,” says Chris Harvey, Principal Harcourts Nelson & Richmond. Here’s some top tips to get your house sale-ready.

DE-CLUTTER

The first tip is the simplest. It’s obviously a must to clean and tidy your home before an inspection, but it’s also crucial to also get rid of clutter that could stand in the way of a prospective buyer picturing themselves in the home. That means getting rid of personal knick knacks and photographs, unnecessary furniture or furniture not designed for that type of room, for example, a bed within a space traditionally used as a living area. Even if it means putting belongings and furniture into storage until the property sells, the investment will be worth it.

REPAIR

Make any aesthetic repairs well before inspection. Things as small as a chip in the paint on an interior wall could detract from the overall feel for the home, so get these things done before your open home. You could also invest in updating features like tired curtains, older fixtures and fittings, or laying new grass if you have a patchy lawn.

STYLE

Once your home is clutter free, consider using a home stylist or staging service. The results can be dramatic. Home stylists will take a look at your space and loan you furniture that is best suited to your home. The right size and style of furniture can make spaces look bigger, more comfortable and highly desirable. Again, this will help potential buyers to picture themselves living in the space.

PHOTOGRAPH

Use a professional photographer to take quality, well-lit pictures of your home. After going to the trouble of updating, de-cluttering and staging your property, the last thing you want to do is turn people away before they’ve even inspected your home.

A professional photographer can make spaces look bigger, ensure they are well-lit and showcase your home in the best possible way.

Plus, you benefit from the experience of someone who knows exactly how to take a photo that appeals. Good photography attracts buyers looking online, scanning through ads and looking through the paper. It’s about piquing interest to attract buyers to inspect in the first place.

Your property may not need all of these tips.

It’s about looking at your home objectively from a prospective buyer’s point of view and assessing what needs to be done.

What would distract you if you were inspecting the property? What would you want to replace or update if you were thinking of making an offer?

If you were to say to yourself ‘this place is great, but…’, how would you finish that sentence?

Once you’ve made a list of all the possible things your property needs, follow the four tips above to make your home a stand-out to prospective buyers.

Mayer Crescent, Wakefield

Wendy Pearson 021 567 722 wendy@welcomerealestate.co.nz

Sarah Robb 027 882 1994 sarah@welcomerealestate.co.nz

Enquiries Over $879,000

Wendy Pearson 021 567 722 wendy@welcomerealestate.co.nz

Sarah Robb 027 882 1994 sarah@welcomerealestate.co.nz

Stoke 40 View Mount Your Own Private Retreat

The coming to the market of this beautiful, commanding original 1900s Villa gives you an opportunity to purchase a unique, sunny property on the foothills of Stoke. This is the original View Mount farmhouse, with a lot of refurbishments over the years whilst retaining the original style. Sited on just over ¾’s of an acre, close the gates and you’ve shut the world off. An incredible view, privacy and tranquillity are three of the outstanding features of this home. The huge veranda wraps around the North, West and South sides of the Villa giving you a choice of outdoor living with outstanding views. RV is $1,430,000.

3419m² 4 2 2 1

Price by Negotiation

View 11.00am Sunday 7th May harcourts.co.nz/NN25925

Struan Bennett

M 027 446 1631 P 03 548 3034 struan.bennett@harcourts.co.nz

Collingwood 1409

Wintering

We are 34HA the perfect with excellent all with open

Richmond

17 Chelsea Avenue

Parkside Living for the Whole Family Deadline

If you’re looking for an expansive family home in the perfect location, then look no further. All day sun streams into the two large living areas, with envious indoor/outdoor flow providing numerous dining options and entertaining areas. Watch the children out the window enjoying the playground and the open space of Harriet Reserve. Bring all the toys! There is plenty of off-street parking as well as an internal access double garage and a carport.

Atawhai

25 Rainbow Drive

Just a Great Home

Steve Thomas M 021 744 609 P 03 544 4441 steve.thomas@harcourts.co.nz

756m² 3 1 1 2

Price by Negotiation View 12.15pm Sunday 7th May harcourts.co.nz/NN25946

This your opportunity for to buy this beautifully presented family home in a quiet location, close to the Atawhai shops, early learning centre and Clifton Terrace primary school. This 240sqm+ (approx) home offers 3 bedrooms upstairs, modern kitchen and a spacious sunny living & dining area, which has a lovely outdoor flow onto a north facing deck. Downstairs offers double garaging, rumpus room plus a large separate workshop.

Struan Bennet M 027 446 1631 P 03 548 3034 struan.bennett@harcourts.co.nz

Home Located live in The owner with potential sunny bathroom plus upgrades heat

Collingwood

1409 Collingwood-Puponga Main Road

Wintering or prime finishing land?

We are proud to offer this productive block offering 34HA of flat easy to gentle rolling land that would be the perfect add on to an existing property. Fertile soil with sound fertiliser history, gravity fed water system, excellent 5 bay shed and old cow shed with power, all with panoramic views of the surrounding hills and open water of Tasman Bay.

43.1145Ha

Tender (No Prior Sale)

Closes 1pm Wednesday 10th May View by appointment harcourts.co.nz/RC6536

Hope

61 Bartlett Road

Home, Land and Lifestyle all in One

Toby Randall M 027 233 9170 P 03 544 4441 toby.randall@harcourts.co.nz

Tahunanui

6/50 Golf Road

Home and Income!

Located privately and securely, this is a property you can live in whilst collecting income to help pay the mortgage! The owner currently rents the 2 bedroom ground floor with living and dining area, bathroom, kitchenette, and potential office space. The upper level is a spacious and sunny with open plan dining and living areas, kitchen, bathroom with separate toilet, two double bedrooms, plus access to the balcony. You will also appreciate the upgrades which include partial double-glazing, two heat pumps, keyless entry and Alexa controlled lighting.

Deadline Sale (Unless Sold Prior)

Closes 1pm Wednesday 9th May

View by appointment harcourts.co.nz/RC6538

Matt Goodman

M 027 456 7788 P 03 544 4441 matt.goodman@harcourts.co.nz

5601m² 4 3 2 2

Price by Negotiation over $1,560,000 View by appointment harcourts.co.nz/RC6553

Discover the perfect balance of modern living and ultimate lifestyle appeal with this stunning property. Featuring spacious living areas, contemporary interiors, and established gardens, this home is perfect for families who value style and comfort. Animal lovers, families craving space and purchasers searching for the rarely found combination of town meets country will be inspired by this property. A beautifully presented home perched on a acre and a quarter block.

Toby Randall M 027 233 9170 P 03 544 4441 toby.randall@harcourts.co.nz

Sophie Haley M 021 277 9309 P 03 544 4441 sophie.haley@harcourts.co.nz

The Wood 116a Grove Street Street Smart!

A stylish architecturally designed home is cleverly designed to optimise the site without compromising interior or exterior spaces, this is a great right sizer! The spacious open plan living with hub of the home kitchen opens out to a deck ideal for alfresco dining, when not at one of the local cafes or ale houses. Ideal for those looking for a low maintenance, “lock up and leave” handy to shops and minutes of the CBD. Immediate vacant possession possible- this one’s a winner!

$799,000

View by appointment harcourts.co.nz/NN25927

Caroline Fletcher M 021 648 902 P 03 548 3034 caroline.fletcher@harcourts.co.nz

The Found directory has been around for decades. It has about 1,300 listings and many of these are clubs or other social groups. The directory has recently been extensively upgraded and this has made it more user-friendly with great search functionality. If you are looking for something to do, particularly if you want to do it with others, you will probably find it in Found. One of the great things about Found is that any club or group can list their details in the directory, and it does not cost them anything. A curator goes through the listings to make sure that they are current and accurate. If you think you may need a bit of help to find what you are looking for, then why not come to a Wellby Talking Café. Someone will help you with your search and you can enjoy a cuppa and a chat at the same time.

The Nelson Triathlon & Multisport Club organises more than 20 sea swims in the Nelson Thursday Night Summer Sea Swim and Rylock Endurance series and a

dozen triathlons, duathlons and multisport events during the year. The focus is on bringing

people of all ages into the various disciplines, where they can take part, form friendships and, if

they choose, go on to compete in national or international events.

The Chia Teen Triathlon Training

group meets every week in summer for biking and running and also sea swimming sessions. The club also has lane space at Riverside Pool four times a week for swim training in a supportive environment. Building from club events, many members have gone on to national and international honours. See the club website for full programme details. Nelson Triathlon and Multisport Club www.nelsontriclub.co.nz

The Nelson Male Voice Choir was founded in 1932 and has played a strong role in Nelson’s musical history ever since. Today the choir is in great heart with members giving concerts for its loyal supporters three times every year.

The choir also sings at civic occasions such as the Anzac Day service and has given young, local talent the opportunity to perform in front of a large audience. This year, under the baton of Nigel Weeks, the NMVC can call on a vast repertoire of traditional songs, light classics, show

CPNZ - Joining the Nelson Community Patrol is a great chance to help out the police and also a great stepping stone to joining the force.

tunes and contemporary favourites. Keen male singers are invited to join the choir, with rehearsals held on Monday evenings at 6.45pm at the Reformed Church, Enner Glynn. For more information contact John Foes-Lamb (Secretary) on 03 544 3131.

Tasman Bay Cruising ClubWhether you are an experienced sailor or not, YOU ARE WELCOME. Being a member of our club provides lots of opportunities to have fun on and off the water with an eclectic, delightful group of people of all ages and from all walks of life. We offer great food on Club nights and have a very wellstocked bar. We cater for everyone with many different types of membership. Our many and varied events throughout the year provide a diverse range of opportunities to volunteer, including arranging events, race starts, setting our buoys, using your BBQ skills…the list is long. Membership also includes a 50% discount when using our Club-

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house for a special event such as a birthday party, wedding or family reunion.

If you do have a boat then membership allows use of a number of moorings in beautiful spots in Croisilles, d’Urville and the Sounds, as well as the use of our boatyard at a very reasonable cost.

Marching Nelson is gearing up for the 2023 - 2024 season. The only two approved Nelson/Tasman Clubs, Balerion & Excelsior are now on the lookout for any experience marching girls wanting to put their boots back on or anyone want that would like to give it a go. While you learn for free! You can meet new people, be included in a team sport with the possibilities to travel around NZ. So if you or someone you know is from 5 and up and would like to give something new to try, contact us now.

If you don’t want to march but would like to volunteer in helping with the running of the Association meetings, or help run the lo-

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Nelson Bays Harmony Chorus sings and performs a range of music, barbershop style.

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We’ll be learning the worldwide smash kiwi hit... Brooke Fraser’s ‘Something in the Water’ Training will be provided by experienced vocal coaches. Beginners welcome. Six week term starts June 1st. Cost $60 Including all music

For more info or to book your space, phone or text Carole on 027 436 0910 or visit www.nelsonharmony.org.nz

cal competitions, or be an official in a team, you can also get hold of us. The competition season usually runs from October to March.

Table Tennis Nelson occupies a purpose-built table tennis area adjacent to the main Saxton Stadium. There are opportunities for coaching, social and competitive play. We have a great facility with 12 tables, enabling up to 48 players in action at a time, and there is a full kitchen and lounge area to sit and have a chat after your game. Table tennis can be enjoyed by all ages and is a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time. The perfect game for young and old to improve hand-eye coordination and reflexes while helping to stimulate mental alertness, concentration and tactical strategy. There is a standard session fee of $5 for up to 3 hours play, with a break for a cuppa and a biscuit included. Those looking for more serious play can pay a term fee for unlimited sessions when the stadium is open.”

Nelson Districts Woodturning Club is a fantastic place to learn the art of woodturning.

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Nelson sculptor up for national award

KATE RUSSELL

A Nelson sculptor has been chosen as a finalist in a prestigious national competition.

Vicki Charles has been a sculptor for 30 years, mainly as a hobbyist in Melbourne.

“I had kids, a mortgage, and was an accountant, so my saviour was going to sculpture classes every week, which I did for 20 years,” she says.

“I love the expression you can get from a lump of mud.”

Vicki has just had two of her ceramic sculptures selected for the national Richard T Nelson Awards for Sculpture for 2023. This is the third year running she has been a finalist in the competition. The awards exhibition, featuring works by 36 artists from around the country, will be held at this year’s NZ Art Show in Wellington at Queen’s Birthday Weekend. Her work will be considered for one of six awards - the premier prize of $15,000, and six $1000 highly commended prizes.

“I feel really honoured to be selected as a finalist,” she says.

Vicki says her work is based on ancient civilizations, particularly the Sumerians.

She uses hieroglyphics in her work, which she scratches into her pieces, called cuneiform.

“Back then, people knew how to read symbols. I am sort of reverting back to that language.”

Some sculptures take her just three hours to create.

“That one was fantastic, but some can take a couple of days.”

Vicki moved to New Zealand eight years ago and is now officially a Kiwi citizen.

“When I first came to New Zealand for a years’ sabbatical, I put together a body of work and put it in the boot of my car to take to galleries - and they took them all,” she says.

“I just started approaching people, I didn’t know who was who. I’ve just got the confidence and that has helped me move forward here.”

Vicki now runs sculpture lessons from her studio in The Wood. Businesses and corporate groups can come in for team-building workshops and she’s even hosted a hen’s night party.

“It’s such a joy. For me, it’s not all about my work - it’s about helping other people as well.”

To find out more, contact Vicki at vickicharlessculptor@gmail.com

Nelson sculptor Vicki Charles in her Weka St studio. Photo: Kate Russell.

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Quality dentures at an afforable price

Restore your confidence and your smile with Wilson Denture Design. Located on 82 Waimea Road, the denture clinic/laboratory is locally owned and operated by two brothers, Majd and Nibras Issa, who are NZ registered, qualified Dental Technicians, with over 10 years’ experience in the industry.

“Your smile is our passion. We understand that each patient is unique and we strive to find the treatment that best fits you, by handcrafting all of our dentures to ensure the highest quality, for an affordable price,” says Nibras. “We are not focussed on how many dentures we do in a week, but on how good the dentures are, and making sure our patients are happy.”

Affordability and quality are important. “We have a range of different prices to suit every single person while offering the best quality,” says Nibras. “We understand people have different budget limitations, especially in these times of Covid, so we have products for all of our patients.”

Wilson Denture Design is also committed to following covid guidelines. “We have PPE’s, everything is clean, and we always adhere to the required hygiene standards.”

Majd and Nibras are dedicated to ongoing learning.

“There are lots of new technologies,

so we are always innovating our business on order to provide the very best for our patients.”

Locally owned and operated, Wilson Denture Design provides Free No Obligation Consultations. “We will sit down with you and have a chat, to understand who you are as a patient and what your dental history is like, in order to find the right dental solution for you,” says Nibras.

“Then we explain our treatment plans, showcase examples to you, and go over the prices with you.”

Then patients often book an appointment to get started or book an appointment at a later date.

“It usually takes around four appointments with making a denture, if everything goes to plan, you can enjoy wearing your new dentures.”

Their passion for restoring beautiful smiles allows the team to provide top quality services paired with technologically advanced products.

“Our durable materials translate into natural smiles, which not only boost your confidence but restores your quality of life when eating and speaking. Our offering includes full and partial dentures, as well as relining, repairs, and cleaning. You’ll be more confident with our dentures than ever, with a smile so comfortable and natural.”

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Te Puoho’s 100th ‘like a normal game’

JACK MALCOLM

“For me, it’s like a normal everyday rugby game,” says flanker Te Puoho Stephens on bringing up his 100th game for Marist.

In his first game of the season, the big man made his blazer-awarding appearance as he lead his team out onto Trafalgar Park ahead of a 51-12 win over Stoke at Trafalgar Park.

He says it was special to do it for a club he’s been a member of since he was a junior player.

“I know a lot of the boys have played 100, but I’m happy to have stayed at this club and played for this long.”

He says while it was a special moment to share with his family, it was all business on the field.

“For 150 or 200 games, maybe seniors but not prems. I will stay here with the club, but 100 was hard enough to get to.”

After Stoke came away a win over last year’s runners-up, Kahurangi, in their first game of the year and Marist started their season strong, the game had been billed as a nail-biter.

That wasn’t the case, however, as Marist ran away with the win in dominant fashion by using their bigger forward pack to good effect.

The game started with the teams trading mauling tries before Marist took a stranglehold on the game and posted 29 unanswered points in the first half.

Stoke coach Joe Kirker says they

Football

Five different goal scorers have given Nelson Suburbs a dominant win over Coastal Spirit in the Southern Qualifying league.

Jordan Yong, Ross McPhie, Alex Ridsdale, Henry Aitken and Ben Polak all found the back of the net as the home side raced out to a 5-0 win. The women’s Suburbs team had a bye in their South Island qualifying league.

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Ben Odey and Louise Kelly were the big winners at the local 2023 Aorere Enduro, winning the open men’s and women’s divisions as

had to be a lot better than they were if they wanted to come away with the win.

“We often were doing the hard work but not sticking our tackles. There was too much individual stuff.

“We talked about it at halftime, it didn’t matter if we didn’t sort out our defence, but we were too far off the pace.”

He says the second half was improved, but the damage had already been done.

“That’s what we expected from them. . . they’re a real momentum team.

“It was good to see the boys go straight back down and get a try of their own after Marist got their first.”

Marist coach Seta Sariua says he was “very happy” with the performance.

“I was really proud of our defence. And our scrum dominated; we dominated the set pieces.”

He says the decision to run some of the older boys in the starting lineup was part of the celebrations of Tepuoho’s 100th game.

“The whole purpose was to celebrate one of our stalwarts in the club.

“We wanted to make sure the old boys were around him.”

In other results from the round, Nelson beat Waimea Old Boys 49-24 in a Friday night game under the lights, and Kahurangi had a bye. Over the hill, Central won their MRSU final over Waitohi 38-5.

hundreds of riders tested their skills over the weekend. With junior racing on Saturday and seniors throughout Saturday and Sunday, there was action throughout the six stages of racing.

Hockey

Premier hockey got underway over the weekend with Waimai United getting a 4-0 win over Tasman Black and Tasman White edging out First Light Stoke 4-3 and Federal having an opening round bye in the men’s P1. The women’s premier grade saw Waimai United come out on top of Federal, 3-1. Stoke had a bye.

Te Puoho Stephens steamrolls up the park during his 100th game in premier grade black and green.

Photo: Evan Barnes/Shuttersport.

Giants take the wooden spoon in fifth game of year

JACK MALCOLM

A tough week for the NBS Nelson Giants has seen the team take the unenviable wooden spoon following two on the road losses.

The Giants now sit firmly on the bottom of the NBL ladder after a Thursday evening loss against

the top-of-the-table Otago Nuggets, 93-80, before a bottom of the table clash with the Wellington Saints.

With both teams in search of their first win, the Giants fancied their chances after a close loss to the Nuggets.

After clawing their way back into the game at the death against the

Nuggets, they failed to find any points in the game’s closing minutes to take the loss.

The Giants were lucky not to have lost by more, but they were easy fixes.

With 21 turnovers generating 27 points for the Nuggets and 29 team rebounds for the game, the stats showed they had done well

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to keep their noses in the game.

It was a different story on Saturday night as the team travelled to Wellington, struggling to make ends meet in the 112-91 loss.

It was a lifetime performance from Saints guard Kyle Adnam, who put on a clinic on both attack and defence against his old team.

His +/-, which tallies the total points scored for and against while the player is on the court, was 34.

A season average of +4 in the NBA would grant consideration for the all-star team.

There was visible frustration as the Saints knocked in 43 baskets, finishing with the highest team score this season after opening with four

losses.

The Giants will be hard at work in search of that winning formula, with some tight losses this year that could have gone the other way. Every time they’ve looked to start a scoring run, the shots just stop falling and the other team starts to find their form again.

The team will be eager to get back in their groove with the Giants back at home this weekend against the Taranaki Airs.

Having been on the top end of the regular season leaderboards last year, they have all the makings of a championship side, and it will be exciting to watch when they can finally fit the pieces together.

Cricket master returns with bronze

JACK MALCOLM

Local cricketer Mason Robinson and the New Zealand over-50s cricket squad have returned from the World Cup with bronze medals around their neck.

The wicketkeeper says while he’s coming to grips with losing the semi-final, there were still highlights.

“I had some good stumpings and a 78 against Canada with a run-aball stuff.

“We did beat Australia as well, which was good.”

The games were tight, with their Trans-Tasman rivals missing out on their place in the playoffs with some losses that went down to the wire.

Mason says the level of play in the masters-aged cricket scene has continued to grow at a rapid pace. The games were highly competitive and exciting, with so many skilled players coming through the ranks and aging in.

“Our team stepped up in terms of quality,” he says.

“There’s such quality players, the next time, it’s going to be really interesting.”

Mason says he considers himself

lucky every time he gets to strip up in the silver fern and represent his country.

The team played nine games across the two-week tournament in South Africa, with Mason saying it was unfortunate not to make the final. “I lost eight kilograms going into the tournament.

“I’m not giving up. There’s got to be young 50-year-olds coming through, but the top spot is something I strive to hold.”

With the game played at Cape Town’s Newlands Cricket Grounds, he was hoping to be able to play on the famous turf.

He says their third-place playoff against the USA was an exciting game and a great way to end the tournament.

They won by one wicket on the penultimate ball of the game, capping off a long campaign for the team.

The trip also doubled as an excuse for a holiday, with Mason and his wife, Kendall, travelling Africa after the tournament.

One highlight was bowling some deliveries in the middle of the Kalahari Desert with his teammate, friend and travelling partner Andrew Nuttall.

Mason Robinson (second from right) in his New Zealand blazer after their game against Australia at the Over-50 Cricket World Cup.

Photo: Supplied.

Community Notices

MONDAY

PHILOSOPHY GROUP Meet 2nd & 4th Mon of the month, 10am. Trafalgar Hall, 67 Trafalgar St, Nelson. All welcome. TXT Zoe 0279741758.

HAVEN QUILTERS Friendly group meets every Mon, 9.30am in Nelson. Bring hand or machine work. $5 per session. More info Ph: Lesley 027 295 4986.

WOULD YOU LIKE A BIKE? Bike Hub Nelson accepts donations of good used bikes, fixes them up and gives them away for a small koha. See us at 142 Saxton Rd. Mon, 5.30-7pm. For other opening times and a map E: bikehubnelson@gmail.com.

MONDAY FOOTBALL Come and join our friendly social football (Soccer) group in Tāhunanui. Anyone welcome. Weekly from 6pm opposite Sprig & Fern. Just turn up. YOGA for people who have or have had cancer. Mon Afternoons, and Tues Evenings. E: info@cancernelson.org. nz to register or Ph: 035391137.

FITNESS & FRESH AIR FREE supervised exercise sessions for seniors. Mon Saxton & Thurs Tāhunanui, 12pm. 30 mins walk & learn to use the outdoor exercise equipment safely. Ph: Ange 021790415

TUESDAY

ALL SAINTS CRECHE Tues, 9.45-11.45. 30 Vanguard St. Indoor, outdoor play areas, sandpit, toys, crafts, Music session. Fun and fellowship. Ph: Lois 0274331213. No Charge.

NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP Tues, 9 May. Takaka Hill Walkway. Meet at 9.45am at the Summit carpark. BYO lunch. Ph: Noeline 0210591667.

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ, Tues, 9 May. 10-11.30am. Tapawera Community Centre. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities, and services. 035467681 www.wellby.org.nz.

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Tues, 9 May. 1.30 – 3pm. Richmond Library. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities, and services. www.wellby.org.nz 035467681.

NELSON CREATIVE FIBRE GROUP Welcome you to friendly fibre craft meetings. Meet 2nd & 4th Tues each month. 9.30am at Nelson Golf Club, 38 Bolt Road, Tāhunanui. Ph: Lesley 035765654. $2 for members, $4 for non-members.

VICTORY SIXTY PLUS Tues, 1.30 -3.30pm. 238 Upper Vanguard St. Join us for cards, games, and a cuppa. For more info Ph: Jan on 035469057 or 0274577955.

SIT AND BE FIT Tues, 11-11.45am. Victory Community Centre. Enjoy exercising sitting down. Keep your heart healthy with low-impact activity while listening to some great music! A fantastic way to make friends and meet new people. COST: $4.

WEDNESDAY

CENTRAL GARDEN CLUB - Meet 2nd Wed of the month, 1.30pm. Methodist Church Hall, Neale Ave, Stoke. Guest Speakers and Afternoon tea. New members most welcome. Ph: Bob or Lynn, 035418468.

CONVERSATIONS with Councillor Tim Skinner. Wed, 12pm. ZUMO, 42 Rutherford St, Nelson. Ask a question, have a general chat, or just listen in. Everyone welcome. Ph: 02102423496.

AIKIDO Want to learn self-defence and become more confident? Do AIKIDO Japanese Martial Art. We have children’s classes from 8 -16yrs Wed & Fri 5pm – 6pm. Check out www.aikidonelson.nz or Ph: Callum 0210694211.

PLAY PÉTANQUE at Nelson pétanque club. Wed & Sun. 1.15-3.pm. A game for all ages. Come along and try us out. Ph: Roger or Shirley 035466562.

THURSDAY

DEADLINE: 10AM FRIDAY 50 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY SEND TO: myevent@nelsonweekly.co.nz

FOSTER CARE INFORMATION EVENING Thurs, 11 May, 7pm. 10D Kotua Place, Stoke. Interested in becoming a Foster Parent? Come find out about our Christian Foster Care programme. Light supper will be provided. RSVP Ph: Mika Open Home Foundation 0274610497 or mika.ito@ ohf.org.nz

WEEKLY PERSONAL GROWTH GROUP for Women. Develop your ability to respond effectively to old situations or new challenges. Increase spontaneity and creativity in all areas of your life. Psychodrama will be used to explore relevant themes. May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th 1012.30pm. Nelson Women's Centre. Ph: 035467986

NELSON LIONESS - Seeking new members to join our service club. We are very social and active in our community. Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs of the month. Ph: Jillian 0272782743.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - meet 1st Thurs of the month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Rd, 1.303.30pm contact Bill Ph: 035448635 or 035391137.

COMMUNITY BOOK GROUP 1st Thurs of the month booking of the boardroom. Tāhunanui Community Hub. Contact Nathalie Berthelin, Ph 021320819. E: hortenseb11@gmail.com. $2 pp donation.

OFF YOUR ROCKERS CHOIR Thurs, 2pm. Baptist Church Hall, Bridge St. Invites new singers and instrumentalists, 60 plus, to join our fun choir. No auditions. Further information Ph: Jan 035450434.

FRIDAY

TAI CHI QIGONG, 6-week Introductory course. From 28 Apr. 9.30-11am. Tāhunanui Community Hub, Muritai Street. Ph: Jodie 0212595876. Koha.

WAITAKI OLD GIRLS' Social Group Nelson. Fri, 5 May, 10am. Pop in for a coffee and chat at Headquarters, (Cafe) Ellis Street, Brightwater. All Oamaruians welcome. Ph: 0276731145.

SENIOR 3D FLOW FITNESS WITH COACH D Every Fri, 1pm. Come join in and improve your health and fitness, including strength, coordination, balance, mobility, and agility. Tāhunanui Community Hub. Ph: 021411700. $5 per session.

CULTURAL SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Fri, 10-11am. Come along and share morning tea & a cuppa with Victory’s friendly multicultural roopu. Volunteer opportunities for all people to participate.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY

HIGGINS HERITAGE PARK Sun, 7 May, 10-3pm. 222 Pigeon Valley Rd, Wakefield. h Steam up (last steam up for the season), park open day with Army Group display & museum sheds open, bus & jigger rides. A great place for a picnic. www.higginsheritagepark.co.nz

STOKE MONTHLY MARKET Sat 6 May. 9am – Noon. Methodist grounds. Ph: Alison 035472604 to book site. Supporting Nelson Hospital Chaplaincy and LifeLinc

THE NELSON INSTITUTE presents the talk, ‘Living Well and Dying Well’ by retired Nelson GP Dr John Moore. Sun, 7 May, 2pm. Nelson Public Library. Cost $3.

RALLY FOR TRAVEL JUSTICE Sun 7 May. Meet at Millers Acre 1 pm. Walk or bike to Church Steps, to demand fairer allocation of street space for people not using cars. Bring experiences of danger spots. Organised by Nelsust, enquiries to Elizabeth 021 213 0719.

FREE KŌRERO AND Q&A with Paula Morris. Find out what makes a good short story. Sat 13 May, 2. 30pm. Nelson Golf Club, 38 Bolt Road, Tāhunanui. Stay and socialise at the Golf Club Happy Hour.

NELSON PHILATELIC SOCIETY Sun, 14 May. Doors

Open 1.30pm - Meeting Starts 2.00pm. Stoke Baptist Church. 4-8 Page Display competition, Mitchener Cup –Letter “A”, New Displayer’s Cup Competition. Ph: Robin 0275442518

RICHMOND INDOOR/OUTDOOR MARKET – Every Sun, 10-2pm. Richmond A&P Showgrounds. Food & drink, local & exotic products, fresh fruit & veges, wellbeing practitioners & products, jumble sale, hairdresser, kid's play equipment, picnic tables. Dogs on leads welcome.

NELSON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH weekly service Sun, 7pm-8pm. Corner Tipahi and Motueka Sts.

GENERAL GROUPS

SUTER ART SOCIETY 19 Apr – 7 May. Showing the wonderful artwork of Lisa Devries “THE FLORAL CHAIR” exhibition in the McKee gallery.

NELSON GARDEN SHOW calling stallholders who are interested in a site for our show on 2 Sept. Contact Margaret Hart Ph: 035472999 or m.hart@slingshot.co.nz.

FREE FITNESS FRIDAYS – PT in the Park. Bringing communities together for fun and fitness. Free fitness with your neighbours, family, and friends in a local park near you. Become active in our local parks. E: Nicola@ bfit4ever.nz for dates and park locations or look on Facebook Bfit4everNZ.

FREE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE to all community groups. Avail 7 days. Wakatu Hotel 83 Collingwood St. Craig 035484299.

EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A VOLUNTEER? Are you a community organisation looking for volunteers, training, info, or advice? Check out our website www. volunteernelson.org.nz Ph: 035467681.

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information Ph: Heather 0274444708.

NELSON TASMAN HOSPICE Need volunteers to help in Nelson, Richmond, Motueka and Takaka Hospice Shops. Volunteering is a great chance to meet new people, gain new skills and help your Hospice. Morning or afternoon availability appreciated. Ph: 035463912 or E: Krisca. gould@nelsonhospice.org.nz

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New shop now open. Huge stock inc fresh stock arriving from all over NZ. Easy parking & easy peaceful access at our lovely new location. Sell-buyvalue, with 30+ years experience.

Groundskeeper

We are looking for a hands -on motivated individual to work alongside our other Groundskeeper to maintain our extensive campus grounds. This is a permanent, part -time position for 27.5 hours per week. These hours will be worked generally Monday -Friday from 7:30am -1:00pm or 11:30am-5:00pm.

The Groundskeeper is involved in all tasks relating to the maintenance of the school’s grounds including lawn mowing, pruning, pest control, turf and swimming pool maintenance, etc.

The successful applicant will have previous grounds maintenance experience, knowledge of machinery as well as a positive collaborative approach, taking pride in their work and able to prioritise and meet deadlines.

Please visit our website for further information: www.waimea.school.nz/about -us/vacancies/

Applications are to be emailed to Nicola Cruise at nicola.cruise@waimea.school.nz.

Applications close at 4pm on Friday 12 May 2023

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