The Guardian - 4 March 2020

Eyes on the prize!

Rowan Dickinson, Anna Bissett and Korbyn Wilson compete in a beach sprint during the Flash Electrical Beach Fun Day at Kaiteriteri Lagoon last Wednesday.

Part of the summer event series hosted by Sport Tasman the evening kept kids entertained with a sandcastle competition, beach sprints, big dig, BBQ, paddle boarding and kayaking supported by Kaiteriteri Kayaks.

Final summer as we know it for popular Jester House cafe

For 29 years Steve Richards and Judy van den Yssel-Richards have devoted themselves to their popular café, Jester House, successfully creating a unique hospitality experience and impressively building the business up to the successful entity it is today.

But this year will see the couple make a drastic change to their lives when on April 1st, and no it’s no April Fool’s joke, they will no longer be open 7 days a week, reduced instead to an evening a week, while focussing on their onsite accommodation.

“We’ve achieved our goals, so it’s time now to set new ones,” say the couple.

Likening the decision to seeing a crack of light and upon determining they could squeeze through it, the idea of stepping back just grew.

“It came suddenly, it’s definitely not something we’ve been contemplating for a long

time. In fact if you’d told us at the start of the year that we’d be doing this, we would have laughed.”

The much-loved café has become woven into the fabric that makes Tasman so unique, with their endless clever and quirky creations throughout the property providing delight to young and old alike.

The café’s long been a local icon and a firm family favourite, and the couple have had a number of long-term

staff over the years, with some working there for more than a decade, testament to the couple’s ethos and skills as employers.

“We’ve always tried to really nurture staff and encourage them to learn while embodying a family-type feeling here.”

While walking the south island Te Araroa trail last year over nine weeks, the couple had an epiphany of sorts, which may well have inadvertently planted the seeds of this deci-

sion.

“It became even more evident of how absolutely simple life can be and how complex we make it. We’re human beings not human doings.”

Passionate environmentalists the couple say we all need to consume less and move a lot less for the planet’s sake. With a love of the mountains and forest they’re excited by the prospect of having more time to enjoy those activities and spend quality time

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Steve Richards and

Richards are opting for a simpler way of life by drastically reducing the hours of their successful and much-loved café.

with family, including grandchildren. And while they don’t regret the time they’ve spent at Jester House nor begrudge it they admit to cease a really successful business there’s a fine line between brave and mad, but to have continued being so busy simply wasn’t sustainable.

“The reaction to our news has been phenomenal.

People have said ‘yes we will miss you but, good on you’.”

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Judy van den Yssel-

Impressive sleek new vessel for Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle

Long-time transport and adventure tourism operators, Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle, have been operating a sleek new vessel this summer with the introduction of the ‘Innovator’, an 18-metre catamaran.

It was March 2018 when plans were first formulated to add to their already impressive fleet.

“We felt we needed to upmarket our trips a bit and as the Crusader was a step up we decided to have two boats like it to add some consistency across the fleet,” says owner Keith Knapp.

Designed for minimal impact on the environment, they also created a walkon-walk-off gantry system from the bows of their boats, enabling them to deliver hikers onto the golden sands of the Abel Tasman without getting their feet wet.

Mindful of fuel consumption in today’s environment, the vessel, while complete with big engines, does not maximise horse power, rather opting to run more leisurely which in turn creates

good economy.

Capable of transporting 100 passengers or ferrying 150, the Innovator has a licenced café on board and together with the Crusader their transport capacity results in fewer movements within the Park.

Built by Keith, son Greg, Paul Smith and Murray Elford with help from contractors, Keith says it’s the “best boat” they’ve ever built for the Park’s conditions.

Aptly named for the amount of innovation that has gone into it, the company says they always aim to “keep up with the play”.

With the Abel Tasman’s shallow water and a sandy sea floor, specific types of boat systems are required to operate efficiently. So Keith, a self-taught boat builder, invented a unique propulsion system to drive their boats.

“We’ve built the Innovator light with maximum flotation. The engines are on deck rather than in the hull which eliminates noise. It’s also easy to service,” says Keith.

Makos in Motueka!

This rugby season the Tasman Mako will run out on Motueka turf for the first time when they play Southland on Saturday, 19 September in the 2020 Mitre 10 Cup.

The match will take place at Sports Park on Manoy Street and local supporters are already predicting a sell-out.

“I’m expecting every Tom, Dick and Harry to be out for this.

No-one’s going to want to miss it,” says local rugby stalwart, George Sturgeon.

The game will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Golden Bay Motueka Union and see the Makos wear a replica jersey in the brown and white stripes.

It’s set to be an exciting season for local fans with the Makos defending their 2019 title.

He hadn’t even reached his teen years when Keith built his first vessel, a canoe at just 10 years-old.

“I’ve built boats for years. You can’t not have a boat living here. I’ve done a few now so I’m used to building them.”

An experienced skipper with years of experience at the helm, Keith says the Innovator is “very nice and safe to drive”.

“With a shallower draft there’s even easier access, and this ramp is wide enough

for wheelchair access. When you see the two boats together, the Crusader and Innovator, they’re mix and match and really quite special.”

This summer season has seen the company “comfortably busy” and aside from transporting visitors and locals around the Park they’re also dedicated to conservation and community, taking any opportunity to mitigate the impact of tourist activities within the Park with tangible solutions.

These have included donating well over $45,000 in kind by subsidising water taxi transport for schools and students to carry out conservation work in the Park, raising over $100,000 for the local community through charity cruises, transporting Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust volunteers into the Park and ongoing donations from their guests to the Abel Tasman Tree Collective.

“It’s always been a priority of ours to give back,” says Keith.

Above: Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle’s marketing manager Mark Burnaby with owner Keith Knapp.

Left: The Innovator has been added to Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle’s fleet this summer.

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Aly Cook song tops the charts

Tasman musician Aly Cook reached the number one position last month on the Tasmanian Independent Country chart with her ‘Not Pretty Enough’ ft Sharon O’Neill’ hit and reached into the Country Songs Top 40 Australian Airplay Chart at #18.

‘Not Pretty Enough’

ft Sharon O’Neill’ is a re-imagining of the 2002 smash hit by Kasey Chambers. Originally the song was chosen for Aly to sing as part of Asquith Sessions No.3 featuring ‘The Tracking Crew’ (Rick MelickKeyboards, Graham ‘Buzz’ Bidstrup on Drums, James Gillard on Bass Guitar and

the late Glen Hannah on Guitars).

Aly’s album ‘Caught in the Middle’ was being recorded at the same time by producers David Nicholas and Buzz Bidstrup and once the beautiful voice of Sharon O’Neill, who is featured in answer lines and harmonies, and additional acoustic guitar

from the talented Dean Ray was added, it was decided to add it to the ‘Caught in the Middle’ Album.

The 12 track album was released in September to acclaimed reviews and has enjoyed appearances on both ARIA Country Album Charts in Australia and on the New Zealand Official

Album charts. The new radio mix of the track will be added to the Asquith Session’s Australian Classic Playlist on Spotify & Apple Music. The ‘Caught in the Middle’ album has also been recently added to the Air New Zealand international inflight entertainment programming.

Aly Cook’s music continues to impress, topping charts.

Parklands long-time teacher settles into School’s top role

Andrea Smith’s skills with students were first realised when she was still just a student herself.

And it was that realisation that has led to an ongoing long and successful teaching career of which Motueka’s Parklands School benefits from.

Her career has continued to grow and this year has seen Andrea settle into the principal’s role, after securing the position last year.

“I was actually blown away when I was told I had the principal’s job and a little bit overwhelmed. I feel very privileged to be given the opportunity,” says Andrea.

A long-time teacher at the school, Andrea began her career there as a 21-year-old in the junior school before moving into years 4, 5 and 6 followed by senior school. In 2012/13 she became assistant principal and in 2018 was awarded a Teach NZ Study Award which prompted her resignation to undertake a post-graduate diploma in education endorsed with leadership.

“I didn’t do it thinking

I’d ever want to be a principal but then this job came up and being very passionate about the school it was a natural step to apply.”

With plenty to learn in the new role, Andrea says the support from the Motueka Learning Community, which sees the areas teachers and principals come together, has been invaluable.

“The other principals have been absolutely amazing, I’ve received a lot of support.”

Inspired with the localised curriculum to incorporate the passions of students, staff and family while highlighting the strengths of the community, Andrea says it’s important to engage all students.

“It’s all about engaging those learners that don’t necessarily learn from reading or looking at books.”

With the school “in a really good position to grow” Andrea relishes their strong sense of community and ability to have a lot of fun.

“You get some good laughs out of the kids as well as the staff here, who are the best around - they are just

For Adults and Children

Andrea Smith has spent her teaching career at Parklands School and is now in the principal’s role.

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amazing.”

The passionate educator says to see students work really hard to succeed is what drives her.

“I also really enjoy the relationships you build within the school and whanau and seeing the achievements of different kids.”

Submission period for whitebait consultation extended to March 16

Conservation Minister Eugenie Sage has extended the date for people to have their say on proposed changes to improve management of whitebait across New Zealand.

Submissions were due to close on 2 March 2020 but will now remain open until 9am on Monday, 16 March 2020.

“I have received feedback from the public and iwi that they need more time to submit on proposals in the Improving Whitebait Management discussion document. I want to ensure we hear from as many New Zealanders as possible and have made the decision to extend the consultation period,” says Eugenie.

“Whitebait are a cherished part of Kiwi

culture. We want to ensure that whitebait numbers flourish, while maintaining a healthy fishery long-term. It really is important that as many people as possible submit on the proposals I have outlined.

“I want to thank everyone who has engaged on the issue to date – we have received more than 2,000 submissions already.

I urge those who have not yet sent in their submissions to do so,” says Eugenie.

People can provide feedback on the whitebait management proposals online or by mail.

Head to https://www. doc.govt.nz/whitebaitmanagement for more information on the proposals and how to provide feedback.

The highly successful and high-profile Lower Queen Street Health Centre now has extra specialist rooms available. These are available for sessional or full-time lease on a short term or long-term basis. These rooms have been fitted out to a top quality and have a shared reception and waiting area in a common managed suite. The suite also has a modern procedure room available on a sessional basis.

The rooms are ideal for medical specialists and other health professionals, but are also well suited to professionals outside the health sector.

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Family Fun Day for Parkinson’s Charity

It’s a Family Fun Day with an underlying purpose of raising funds for Parkinson’s research inspired by organiser Lucy Lithgow’s father’s battle with the condition.

Two years ago Lucy hosted the inaugural Parkinson’s NZ Charity Ball at the Grand Mercure in Monaco and next weekend on her Lower Moutere property at 3 Flett Road she’s hosting a ‘fun filled day’ for the entire family.

An Obstacle Course will be set up for solo competitors and teams at $5 per person.

“It’s ideal for everybody, from children to adults. The course will be of low level technicality with everything on the ground. No running will be involved, you’ll just be required to think and work as a team,” says Lucy.

With the property on rural land, sensible shoes for the uneven ground is advised.

Onsite will be stalls, sausage sizzle and a bouncy castle while Wild Oats will be offering pony rides.

“Just rock on up, everything is being offered by donation so it’s in everybody’s budget. I want everybody to be able to come and afford it and do what they can.”

Recognising New Zealand’s love of the outdoors, Lucy says she was motivated to incorporate exercise into the fundraiser.

“Exercise is huge for health, it helps release dopamine on the brain.”

It is insufficient quantities of dopamine that causes Parkinson’s, a progressive neurodegenerative condition. Dopamine enables quick, well-coordinated movement. When dopamine levels fall, movements become slow and awkward. Parkinson’s has both motor and non-motor symptoms, and while it cannot be cured it can be treated.

The money raised from the day will be donated to the Nelson Parkinson’s Charity.

“It’s my way of helping my Dad,” says Lucy.

Local performers will take to the stage, including ‘up and coming’ acts and Lucy herself singing. Nelson

nurse Claire Fisher who works with the Parkinson’s Charity will attend the day and be available to answer any questions.

“The money raised will help fund nurses like Claire who

become a port of call for families.

It’s important to be able to talk to someone in order to process and understand Parkinson’s, it’s a huge help for people,” says Lucy.

Parkinson’s Charity Fundraiser Family Fun Day Saturday, 14 March 3 Flett Road, Lower Moutere Gates open 9am Gold coin donation at gate

Lucy Lithgow’s property in Lower Moutere will host an obstacle course among other attractions. Inset: Lucy Lithgow.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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“A Journey of a Lifetime” Book Launch by Phil Baker

Wednesday, 4 March, 6.30-7.30pm

Hear about Phil and Margaret Baker’s world travels and adventures. Books for sale $30

Celebrating Race Unity.

Celebrating Race Unity at Motueka Library

Check out our Pop up display on “Italian cookery” this week.

Read Around the World Reading Challenge for adults

Tasman District Libraries challenge you to read at least one book by authors from 4 different countries. Pick up your passport between 2 March – 30 April.

Beyond The Book at Motueka Library

Wednesday, 4 March, 3.30pm

For Teens 12+, snacks, books, games, craft

Babbling Books at Motueka Library

Enjoy an informal discussion about what you are reading.

Thursday, 5 March, 1pm-2pm

Garden Gurus at Motueka Library

Monday, 9 March, 11am-12.30pm

Topic: Herbs & Plant & seed swap

Police Report

Hi All, Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

Crimestoppers is an independent charity that helps New Zealanders fight crime by providing an anonymous and simple way to pass on information to Police.

I wanted to give you a reminder about using Crimestoppers after a conversation I had recently with a business owner in Mapua. That person was concerned about some behaviour they had seen at Grossi’s Point which they thought could be drug related. I encouraged them to take down vehicle registrations and give Police a call. If you have information that should be passed on to Police Crimestoppers is a really simple way to do it.

Police rely on members of the community to let us know what’s going on in their neighbourhood. You might know someone in your street who habitually drives drunk, or hear of someone purchasing goods at prices too good to be true, or just be concerned about young children being left unsupervised. A lot of people don’t want to call because they’re worried they will be wasting Police time. That couldn’t be further from the truth.

My message is if something seems fishy it probably is, so pick up the phone and make a call. You can be assured that a call to Crimestoppers will always remain anonymous.

Neighbourhood Support Workshops

There are two Neighbourhood Support training workshops being held in a couple of weeks. These are free workshops that provide basic training on CPR and using AED defibrillators, how to get through a major event, scams and Internet safety, general crime prevention and rural fires

Brooklyn School, 12 March, 6.30pm. Riwaka School, 19 March, 6.30pm.

Everyone is welcome so come along and get some life-saving information.

Occurrences

There have been two burglaries in the past week in our area. Please be on the lookout for a Jim Beam brand electric guitar stolen from the College St area. Also an Apple Macbook computer was taken from a property in the Kaiteriteri area.

There have also been two thefts from cars in the Kaiteriteri area so please be vigilant about locking your vehicle and if possible remove any valuables.

STOCKTAKE SELLOUT

Hamish Chapman

Senior Sergeant, Prevention Group, Nelson Bays Police

Motueka Community Board newsFebruary 2020

Freedom camping

An urgent review of the Freedom Camping Bylaw was called for by the Motueka Community Board at its February meeting.

Two members of the Golden Bay Community Board, which this month requested action by Council on freedom camping, also spoke at the meeting in support.

Council is at present weighing submissions on its draft Freedom Camping Strategy, and last week’s resolution by the community board asked that on completion of the strategy, TDC “urgently review” its Freedom Camping Bylaw.

The board also requested that a community board representative be part of that review team, and make it clear that the board “does not support camping sites or facilities in Motueka for uncertified, non-self-contained vehicles”.

Library plans being finalised

The board agreed that its part in the Working Group preparing building plans for the new library to be built on Decks Reserve is com-

ing to an end. The working party will no longer meet once the library construction drawings have been approved, but it can be reconvened at any time should the need arise.

The board said they were pleased with the way TDC has listened to the input of Motueka people and accommodated all wishes within the budget. It agreed Council’s consultation with the community on this project has been excellent.

Youth Council representative

With schools back in action, a representative of the Motueka cluster of the Tasman Youth Council, Chris Davis, took his place for 2020 at the Community Board table and took part in several debates.

In his role, Chris indicated an interest on behalf of the Youth Council to work with board members on projects including upgrade of the Skate Park, playground upgrades and cycle path investigations.

The next public meeting of the Motueka Community Board will be on March, 17.

last month.

With 17 teams in their competition the team were pleased with their fifth placing.

Grace Roberts, Luisa Tafita, Brady Richards, Tasmyn Wilkins and Damani Cullen are the Motueka contingent who played in the Nelson under-16 mixed team at the touch nationals over three days in Auckland

out&about

Beach Fun Day at Kaiteriteri Lagoon on Wednesday.

Left: Anna Bissett and Maddison Connor.

Right: Gemma and Grace Bramwell.

Left: Jake Hess and Elijah Bramwell.

Right: Tori and Myah Wilson.

Rachel, Vienna, Roman and Josiah Smits.

Dear Editor,

In response to Elizabeth Cummings reply to my letter about the Janie Seddon (12 February), it appears that she is doing exactly what she is accusing me of. She argues that I have no evidence of any ecological impact the ship has, but then states with zero evidence that it houses crabs.

On the contrary, the negative impact on marine life by iron oxide (rust) is well documented in the journal Marine Biology, issue 46 (2005).

I wait for any scientific evidence she can provide that crabs thrive in the rusty waters of Motueka estuary.

Sincerely,

John Middleton

Dear Editor,

Music lovers of Motueka of all types and styles need to have no fear of the future. The full house at Chanel Arts Centre on Saturday’s (22 February) Youth Concert can attest to the astonishing range and ability of all our younger musicians of all ages and stages as they played a professional and most enjoyable concert.

The junior musicians showed talent and aplomb giving a very varied and fast moving concert to the appreciative audience. We were treated to piano solos, trios, celoists, songwriters and singers, guitar players and gifted multitalented performers who not only wrote their own lyrics and music, but sang as well.

These 17 different performers of emerging musicians were under the guidance of Tamsin Leenhouwers who put together this concert. It was an important event both for our young musicians to get concert practise in front of a discerning audience and to show the Motueka District people how proud we should be of our up and coming musicians. It was a privilege and a joy to have a Saturday afternoon for our community to be following the career of these budding musicians.

Sue Clark Motueka

Muddy Buddy returns next weekend at Tasman School

For more than a decade people, young and old, have battled their way through the Moutere Estuary mud in the name of good fun all while raising funds for Tasman School.

And this year will be no exception with Tasman School’s Muddy Buddy Adventure Fun Run taking place on Sunday, 15 March from 11am.

“This year we are trying to encourage people to think about the environmental impact of their costumes with a new prize for best eco-costume. We would like people to move away from single use costumes and either dress-up in something that can be reused or another option is a compostable costume. It’s a chance to be creative in a sustainable way,” says the event’s promoter, Emma Palmer.

More than 1000 eager participants are expected to sign up for anything from one to three laps of the 1km course that begins at

Tasman School where a number of obstacles need to be negotiated, including hay bales and slushy ice, before crossing the road into the Moutere Estuary.

Crawling beneath cargo nets there’s no escaping the mud and the event will take place rain, hail or

shine.

Once again fantastic spot prizes are up for grabs including two bikes from MY RIDE in Richmond. There will also be great coffee, food, real fruit ice creams, a white elephant stall and a silent auction.

There will be onsite

tankers to rinse the mud off, and plenty of entertainment for littlies including a bouncy castle and face painting. This year will see the money raised going toward playground improvements which include the replacement of existing equipment and the

introduction of some new items. Register online prior to the event for a discounted rate or on the day between 9.30am-10.30am at $20 per person, or $50 per family.

To register online please visit www. tasman.school.nz

Be proactive about prevention

You are probably aware that too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause sunburn and skin cancers, but did you know that UV is also harmful to your eyes?

UV radiation is invisible ‘light’ with higher energy than the light we use to see. UVB light is absorbed by the skin and cornea (the front, clear covering of the eye) whereas UVA passes through the cornea, reaching the back of the eye.

Extended UV exposure has been shown to cause signi cant eye problems including cataracts, macular degeneration and pterygia. In fact, up to 20% of all cataracts are caused or worsened by UV exposure. UV exposure has also been found to cause eyelid skin cancer, which, shockingly, accounts for 5-10% of all skin cancers.

e risk of UV damage to our eyes is cumulative, meaning the sooner you start protecting your eyes, the lesser the risk of developing UV related health issues. With this in mind, it is particularly important that children and teenagers protect themselves from the sun with good quality lenses, sunblock and a hat.

Clear, tinted, and transition lenses (those that turn into sunglasses in sunlight) help protect eyes from dust, eye-drying breezes, bugs, and most importantly, the damaging e ects of UV radiation. Ocular sun damage is not, however, limited to summertime, or even sunny days, so no matter your age, the season or location (or type of glasses you wear), ensure your eyes are fully protected from the sun every time you go outside.

ankfully, at Matthews Eyewear Eyecare, we make protecting your eyes easy! While 80% of clear lenses fail to block the full range of harmful UV radiation, at Matthews, we are proud to use Zeiss Optical Lenses, o ering sunglasslevel UV protection in all clear lenses with Zeiss UVProtect technology. is means, by simply wearing your regular prescription spectacles, you are fully protecting your eyes from all harmful UV radiation. Book an appointment with one of our Optometrists to assess the health of your eyes and discuss which UV protection option is right for you or your family.

There’s no escaping the mud during Tasman School’s annual Muddy Buddy event.

and Marriages is an assemblage of good ideas, smart choices and some real inventiveness and nous, in the service of a yarn worth telling. Bravo,” says Stuff reviewer Graeme Tuckett.

Bea’s audacious plan to make a selffunded feature film, is set to reach a wider audience than she ever thought possible.

Whistleblowers to be protected

The Government is strengthening the Protected Disclosures Act to provide better protection for whistle blowers, Minister of State Services Chris Hipkins said on Thursday, 20 February.

reputation, and career development will not be jeopardised.”

‘Births, Deaths and Marriages’ is a femaleled kiwi comedy feature film set to screen at Motueka’s Gecko Theatre on Thursday, 12 March at 7.30pm and later at Takaka’s Village Theatre.

Featuring popular stage screen actresses Geraldine

Brophy (Second Hand Wedding) and Sophie Hambleton (Westside), it was written, directed and produced by Geraldine’s daughter, 26-year-old, first time feature filmmaker Bea Joblin.

Following rave reviews and sell out screenings at the NZ

International Film Festival, and an invitation to appear in the 2020 Melbourne Women in Film Festival, the New Zealand release of Births, Deaths and Marriages launches in New Zealand on March 3.

“Births, Deaths

“It’s definitely been an unexpected end to a long journey, seeing Births, Deaths and Marriages screen in the New Zealand International Film Festival and secure cinematic release across New Zealand. I’m so appreciative that the work of our talented cast and crew is able to be seen by Kiwi audiences,” says Bea.

Births, Deaths and Marriages, Thursday, 12 March, 7.30pm Motueka Gecko Theatre.

“The Protected Disclosures Act is meant to encourage people to speak up about serious wrongdoing in the workplace and protect them from losing their jobs or being mistreated.

“We know however that the Act is not working as well as it should and is seen as weak and confusing,” says Chris.

“It is crucial that employees feel safe to report cases of serious misconduct. Anyone who raises issues of serious misconduct or wrongdoing needs to have faith that their role,

The Government will take a two-pronged approach to strengthening our protected disclosures regime. We will introduce several legislative amendments that will address the key deficiencies in the Act. These include:

Allowing people to report serious wrongdoing direct to an external authority if they wish.

Strengthening protection for disclosers by outlining what those receiving disclosures must do.

Requiring public sector organisations to provide support for disclosers.

Extending the coverage of serious wrongdoing to include misuse of public funds or public authority by non-government organisations.

In addition, the State Services Commission

will continue to work on further possible amendments to the Act, build awareness of the Act and existing standards and guidance, test the feasibility and usefulness of establishing reporting and monitoring arrangements and consider the potential for a ‘one stop shop’ for disclosures.

“Strengthening our protected disclosures regime is critical to maintaining public confidence in the integrity of government and business in New Zealand. International research found that reporting by employees is the single most important method by which wrongdoing in, or by, an organisation is brought to light. These changes will give those making and receiving disclosures much greater clarity.”

The cast enjoy some on-set antics.

Entries now open for popular Kaiteriteri Big Weekender

The Kaiteriteri MTB Park’s “Weekender” event is taking place over the weekend of 18 and 19 April and organisers are keen to attract as many locals as possible, including schools and clubs.

The event is the Park’s major annual fundraiser with money raised going toward other events and track development and maintenance.

The 2-day event will see the 6-hour relay race take place on Saturday, where riders either as individuals or in a team do as many laps of a course as they can in 6 hours.

With a heap of prizes on offer this year for intermediate and high school teams, plenty of teams of school mates are expected to enter. It’s also a superb opportunity to get your work mates together for a fun day out of the office, with free bragging rights and plenty of spot prizes. Suitable for families, youth groups and anyone up for a fun challenge, the event can be taken as

seriously as you like. Sunday is the Enduro on set tracks where the downhill section is timed before riding to the top of the next timed section. It’s open to everyone over 14 years.

It’s also the day of the Whip Off competition which offers riders the opportunity to perform their best whip style jump on Big Airs, always a great spectacle for those watching

and a heap of fun for participants.

Fancy dress is encouraged with Coppins sponsoring prizes, previous years has seen ninja turtles, teletubbies, santa complete with sleigh, old men and bumble bees take to the tracks. The dress ups add to the event’s great atmosphere with music, mini competitions – including the biggest bunny hop,

great spot prizes and food and drink carts also keeping spectators and riders entertained.

The Saturday evening will see the return of the movie night and live music on the forecourt at Gone Burgers with the chance to check out photos of riders in the 6 hour event.

With a prize draw for early entrants it’s advised to get those

Govt. boost for domestic tourism

Regions worst hit by the drop off in Chinese visitors as a result of the Coronavirus will benefit from a oneoff funding boost aimed at stimulating domestic travel.

The Government has signed off on a $1 million fund available to key regions most affected by the travel restrictions put in place for Chinese visitors, as a result of the Coronavirus.

mitigate the impact of reduced Chinese visitor numbers on industry and communities,” he says.

“While this is aimed at four key regions, we encourage collaboration with other partners to stimulate New Zealanders to travel.”

entries in asap. No entries on the day will be accepted.

It’s shaping up to be another excellent event of the Port Nelson 6 Hour, the Gone Burgers Enduro, The Gravity Whip Off and the Coppins Fancy Dress in the stunning and unique setting of the Mountain Bike Park.

Entries now open www.bikekaiteriteri. co.nz

RTONZ Executive Officer Charlie Ives welcomed the new funding saying the key regions of Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown and Christchurch would be the primary recipients as they were experiencing the biggest financial impact as a result of the drop-off in Chinese visitors. “This funding is much welcomed. These places are taking a serious hit as a result of the down turn in Chinese visitors, and it’s heartening to see the Government moving quickly to step in to help these regions

The fund aims to support regional activity that stimulates new travel plans for domestic travellers, and is a quickfire initiative, with proposals worked up by mid-March, for travel completed by the end of June 2020.

“The industry is used to dealing with disasters and unforeseen impacts and I know there will be some great crossindustry ideas to come out of this. That said, we would all rather not be in this position as its hitting owners, employees and all those in the regions who support the tourism industry at what should be one of our busiest and most profitable times,” says Charlie.

Harry Brown shows off his mountain biking prowess.

You could drive away in the stunning new Subaru XV Sport. Simply open a Target savings account* and you’re in the draw to win.

Branches in: Nelson, Richmond, Motueka, Murchison, Westport, Greymouth, Takaka and Ashburton.

Annual Seaweek underway with return of successful Mana Whaitake event

Following the success of last year’s inaugural Mana Whaitake event, held during Seaweek, its set to take place again this week on Thursday, 5 March in Kaiteriteri.

Mana Whaitake is an Amazing Race type event based around aquatic conservation, and the focus of the day is about the Kaiteriteri ecosystem.

Different themed activities will be set up and the day run by staff and students of Brooklyn School together with Abel Tasman Eco Tours and Tasman Bay Guardians.

Held during Seaweek, the annual marine education, action and awareness event, which runs this year from 29 February – 8 March, students from schools around the area will partake in

Mana Whaitake.

Years 5-8 students will be competing in teams of six accompanied by an adult supervisor with the goal of the day to learn about the ocean, and the specialness of the Kaiteriteri environment. The activities aim to inspire local school age students to renew their connections with the sea and experience our local marine habitat.

Last year more than 160 students from Mahana, Mapua, Motueka South, Riwaka, Brooklyn, Steiner, St Peter Chanel and Ngatimoti Schools took part. It’s fun, fast-paced and rewarding, with kids challenged to figure things out themselves.

This Saturday the general public are invited to explore the waters of Cable Bay

with an experienced snorkel guide at the south end of the beach, with registration from 9am-1pm. The event, hosted by Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) with sponsorship from Port Nelson, the Department of Conservation and Tasman Bay Guardians, will give participants the opportunity to potentially see spotties, triple fins, blue cod and even seahorses.

Since 2002, EMR (a programme of the Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust) has guided thousands of people through school and community snorkel experiences around New Zealand. EMR increases awareness and encourages action and support for marine conservation. Participants

are encouraged and empowered to become kaitiaki (guardians) of their local marine areas.

A large team of volunteers assist the EMR team with specialist support coming from Abyss Dive (safety boat) and Cable Bay Kayaks (safety kayak). Richard De Hamel from the NZ Marine Studies Centre will share fascinating facts about life in the intertidal zone and demonstrate an underwater drone. Information and activities will also be provided by DOC and the Top of the South Marine Biosecurity Partnership.

Suitable for ages 5 and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. The free event welcomes a donation. Snorkels, mask, wetsuits and flippers are provided or BYO.

Students relish a day learning at the beach.

Student participants at last year’s Mana Whaitake event on Kaiteriteri Beach.

Do you have what it takes?

Some of the many benefits members of the NZCC Motueka Unit enjoy:

• Boredom-busting activity programmes. A constant stream of things to do with your mates, from kayaking to first aid, orienteering to mountain biking; shooting to fieldcraft and so much more.

• Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme. The world’s leading youth achievement award famously offers the chance for young people to be amazing. Cadets provide a great gateway to that scheme and the Motueka Unit are qualified to offer this award scheme for our youth.

• It’s free or low cost. There’s a family-friendly policy at the NZCC, which means everything is either affordable or, even better, free. NZCC is jointly funded by the Chief of Defence Force and four national recognised Civilian Support Organisations. The Motueka Unit actively fundraises to keep costs down for its members, this allows the chance for everyone to become involved. Being in the NZCC is often cheaper than joining a sports team.

• Confidence. No-one can be good at everything, but everyone can be good at something. Becoming a Cadet will help your teen gain skills, tackle challenges and discover hidden talents and strengths. They’ll also learn the value of perseverance and see just how much further they can stretch with a little encouragement. Time to shine!

You may have seen our local Cadets at ANZAC day or out in the community and wondered how to get involved or what it’s all about. For the next five weeks, the Motueka unit of New Zealand Cadets Corps (NZCC) is enlisting new recruits, could you have what it takes? With just one intake a year, now is the chance to get involved.

The NZCC is about fun and friendship, action and adventure, excitement and education. It’s a hobby that offers our young people an enormous range of activities, experiences and opportunities, and it is affordable.

Parents, are you tired of hearing your teenagers say ‘I’m bored’? Are you fed up with forking out for expensive entertainment? If your teenagers are driving you demented, help is at hand.

Teenagers, are you 13 – 15 yrs old, or in Year 9 at High School. Do you wish to get more out of life and learn skills such as adventure training, bushcraft and rifle shooting? Then the NZ Cadet Corps Motueka Unit would like to hear from you.

The New Zealand Cadet Corps (NZCC), is one of the three corps in the New Zealand Cadet Forces(NZCF), the other two being the Air Training Corps (ATC), and Sea Cadet Corps (SCC).

The NZCF is a uniformed organisation which provides military-based leadership, personal development and operational training to persons aged between 13 - 18 years old. All of its members, from the cadets themselves to the officers and the support committees are civilian volunteers.

• All new recruits are welcome. There’s no glass ceiling here and – just for the record – this is very much an equal opportunity environment on all fronts. No-one cares how much money you have, or what background you come from, it’s all about the individual.

• Achievements. Courses, awards and training add up to recognised accreditations and provide something standout for your teen to put on their resume in the future.

• Facebook friends are fine, but it’s real mates that matter. Everyone is welcome and everyone joins in. Doing fun and challenging stuff together is a fantastic foundation for building long-lasting friendships. Supportive adults are on hand to make sure no-one gets left out and no-one gets left behind.

• Learn valuable skills. Cadets learn a variety of skills, both practical and personal, which have positive flow-on effects in other areas of their lives, from school to future employment.

• Parents can relax. Your teenager will be well looked after, supported, encouraged and tutored by people who care; people who commit their time, energy and talents to help kids achieve more than they ever thought possible.

Exercise Cadet 2020

Recently the NZCC Motueka Unit headed to Waiouru for an amazing training camp, we asked if they could share their experiences with our readers.

“Last month Motueka Cadet Unit was privileged enough to be able to attend Exercise Cadet 2020 at the Waiouru Military Camp. This was a week-long exercise consisting of four electives. Maritime, Adventure, Land and Aviation. We were all divided into different electives.

Some of the highlights for our cadets were, spending a night out in the field, going for a ride on the Navy speedboats, kayaking, sailing, paintballing, having a go on the Confidence Course and meeting all the new people. It was a fun-filled week with a lot of activities. It was definitely a week to remember!”

Parents, caregivers, adults, join the NZCC Motueka Unit as a volunteer and help our local youth achieve their goals.

Whether you have admin skills, love the outdoors or know how to sizzle a sausage, your skills are of value. Get involved and make a difference.

How to join Motueka Army Cadets

Joining a Cadet Unit is really easy:

• You must be at least 13 or in Year 9 at High School. Most people who join are between 13-15. The full consent of parents or guardians is required to apply, and while under the age of 18 parental consent is required for all training and exercises undertaken.

• With your parents/guardian visit the Motueka Unit on one of their parade nights and meet the Unit staff. 24 Old Wharf Rd, Motueka on Mondays from 6.30 pm – 9 pm.

• Unit staff will show you around, talk to you about Cadets and invite you to attend a couple of parades.

• When you have made up your mind that NZ Cadet Forces is for you the Unit staff will give you an enrolment form to fill in and ask your parent/guardian to sign.

• Hand the completed enrolment form to the Unit Staff.

If you are interested in joining do get in contact. 24 Old Wharf Road Motueka 7120

“Over 1000 cadets from across the country went to Waiouru for 10 days of activities. It was an awesome experience learning new skills and making friends.

Exercise 2020 was officially opened in style with a formal parade of over 1000 personnel. Brigadier General Jim Bliss, Land Component Commander for New Zealand Army reviewed the parade and remarked how impressed he was of the turnout and professionalism of all cadets.

The RNZAF Black Falcon performed an awesome fly past during our opening 1000 person parade, to mark the start of Exercise 2020. The flypast had been arranged as a surprise for cadets with Black Falcons who were performing nearby in Taupo and jumped at the opportunity to commemorate our occasion with us.”

Monday 1830 hrs - 2100 hrs (6:30pm - 9:00pm)

Tel: 03 528 5271

Email: motcu@cadetforces.org.nz https://www.cadetforces.org.nz/join.html

NZCC Motueka Unit is currently looking for local sponsors to help assist members in reaching their training goals.

If your business would like to get involved in helping this tremendous organisation please get in touch. The NZCC offers valuable skills to our youth, any support no matter how big or small will make a big difference.

Exercise Cadet 2020 at Waiouru Military Camp

The RNZAF Black Falcon’s perform a fly past for cadets taking part in Exercise 2020

Tracy, Sheryl and Nadine are three familiar faces vital to the smooth running of Think Water Tasman Bay. From farm irrigation to water filtration Think Water Tasman Bay located opposite the clock tower, in High Street, Motueka, is a one-stop-shop for all your water needs.

Tracy is a director of Think Water Tasman Bay and manages the store “I love working here where my main role is to keep our customers happy,” she says.

Sheryl describes her role as both interesting and variable, with welcoming and understanding staff. “No two days are the same. We deal with a lot of farmers with their irrigation and stock water.”

Nadine takes care of retail sales, she’s charismatic, passionate, informative and above all… helpful. “I’ll help you select the right products to complete your next project,” she says with a grin.

It’s a busy time of year for Think Water Tasman Bay, but these clever ladies take it in their stride. If you haven’t checked out their showroom lately, do drop by, it’s well worth a visit.

“Jewellery never makes your bum look big!” Gabriella from Tasman Bay Jewellers says with a wide smile. She is a talented businesswoman with an excellent sense of humour who knows her jewels. “I can help you design your own jewellery, I’m into keeping the aroha,” she explains. “A good piece of jewellery is an investment that will give you joy every time you look at it.”

Gabriella loves the idea of upcycling. You may have an inherited piece lying in a drawer, she can help turn it into something you’ll love to wear. Her satisfaction is seeing someone delighted with their jewellery. “We are lucky that New Zealand is a safe place to wear jewellery and it should be worn and enjoyed.”

As we get older our hand and fingers change. Tsaman Bay Jewellers can make rings, especially for these changes so they can be put on and taken off without causing pain. Gabriella also does valuations of precious pieces along with remodelling and a check and clean service. Drop into Tasman Bay Jewellers in High Street, Gabriella is passionate about what

Stacey is absolutely passionate about floral design, this talented woman is the owneroperator of Valley Bloom in Motueka, located in the New World car park.

What makes Valley Bloom unique is Stacey’s talent and experience in creating forever floral designs as well as fresh flowers. Her arrangements look absolutely stunning in all manner of locations.

Whether it be a corporate reception area or your own home, forever flowers are both captivating and long-lasting. Stacey’s floral creations are made from your choice of dried or artificial flowers but the results are the same, absolutely spectacular!

When it comes to choosing the perfect floral design you’ll discover Stacey is wonderful to work with, she’s professional, vibrant, considerate and a wealth of knowledge. Next time you are in town, do visit Valley Bloom and meet Stacey, Motueka’s favourite floral artist.

The Motueka RSA is one of the most vibrant and friendly RSA clubs in New Zealand. They are a growing club, with many activities on offer. But the heart and soul of the club are their local gatherings and wonderful meals.

Rebecca has been involved with our local RSA for four years, the last two years she has spent as Club Manager. Her energy and drive are in part what makes the Motueka RSA so special. People are important to Rebecca and she has been touted as one of the most caring RSA Managers in the whole country.

If you’ve had the pleasure of devouring one of Donna’s scrumptious meals, you’ll understand why the Motueka RSA restaurant is so popular. She’s been delivering delicious food at the Motueka RSA for 16 years, the last three years as Kitchen Manager. Donna loves creating her homemade, healthy, flavoursome dishes for club-goers, often using vegetables fresh from her garden.

With a team of such organised motivated ladies at the Motueka RSA, you can be sure you’ll be well looked after.

It’s been an amazing year in Collingwood

Reece and Renae Swan are celebrating their first year running the Collingwood Tavern and what an amazing year it has been for this hard-working couple. They are loving their new life in Collingwood and thoroughly enjoying running the Tavern. There have been many memorable events at the Collingwood Tavern over the last year. “The local support has been awesome”, Renae says with a warm smile.

Having a bit of fun is important in a small community and Renae and Reece are making sure everyone who visits the Collingwood Tavern has a good time.

From spectacular sunsets viewed overlooking the Aorere River to corporate box sports games and an exciting ‘Ladies Night’, the team at the Collingwood Tavern are delighting locals and visitors alike. Let’s touch on some of the highlights of the year.

Summer Sunsets

“We’ve had a wonderful summer, that was busier than usual,” Renae explains. And they sure made the most of it.

For those who haven’t been to the Collingwood Tavern, it has the most picturesque of views. One of the most perfect places to enjoy a sunset is on the back deck overlooking the mouth of the Aorere River.

During the summer months, Reece and Renae made the most of their fabulous location and stunning scenery by having a number of skilled acoustic musicians playing their sweet tunes on the deck. This proved to be a popular and relaxing way to enjoy the late afternoon. .

Locals and visitors would head to the Tavern for a bite to eat and a beverage or two at the end of a busy summer day

As the sun went down, the sky would be set alight making the view even more spectacular. The incredible sunsets we’ve had this summer were a result of the bushfires

in Australia, as particles from fires create vibrant sunrises and sunsets. One of Renae and Reece’s talented staff members took this spectacular photo of the sunset we’ve used in this feature.

Who are the ‘Mystery Men’?

There was an air of excitement in June, the Collingwood Tavern was having a ladies night complete with cocktails, entertainment, games and a courtesy coach for the ladies. Everyone had an amazing time and a whole lot of fun.

However, there were three mystery men who came along to entertain the ladies and tongues have been wagging ever since.

Three local lads turned up at the event dressed head to toe in full body suits, they danced for and entertained the ladies over the course of the evening, but no one seems to know who they are. Renae and Reece have kept their identities a secret and Collingwood locals are still guessing.

One of three ‘Mystery Men’ spotted at Collingwood Tavern in June last year, who is this masked man?

The air of mystery still remains, will these men come forward and entertain the ladies again? Or will they remain men of mystery?

Has anyone seen the mystery men around town?

They are sure to stand out in their vibrant Lycra bodysuits. One thing is for sure, the ladies absolutely loved the Mystery Men and the night was a huge success.

Corporate Box Sports Games

One wouldn’t expect a corporate box in Collingwood, but as we’ve discovered, Collingwood is full of surprise. 2019 was the year of the Rugby World Cup and rugby is huge in Collingwood.

In fact, Reece joined the Collingwood Rugby Club last year and he absolutely loves it. It was the first time Reece had played in 18 years. “I’m no, All Black but I do love the social side of rugby,” say’s Reece with a cheeky grin.

When there is a worldwide tournament, many kiwi’s go to their local pub to watch the games. Reece and Renae took it up a notch, offering for the first time ever a corporate viewing box for rugby fans.

Those who went to the Tavern to enjoy a game forwarded their names to win corporate box seats for the Rugby World Cup semi-final and final matches. The winners were then treated to a few drinks and nibbles while watching the rugby in style on luxurious leather couches, directly in front of the big screen.

Collingwood Tavern’s outstanding Corporate Box

The corporate box was such a hit Reece and Renae left it up for the Netball games.

Renae revealed that a few locals and herself had a blast one morning watching the Netball World Cup in the corporate box wearing their pyjamas.

Renae is a massive netball fan and in true community spirit, she now coaches the Collingwood Area School Netball A team. No doubt Reece and Renae’s girls (now aged 10 and 12) are very proud of their parents being involved with local sports teams.

Over the last year, Reece and Renae have fine-tuned their menu, offering some new popular delights and fresh choices. For those with a sweet tooth, their donuts have been a standout hit, offering such flavours as Cookies & Cream, Salted Caramel, Raspberry and Nutella.

Renae often announces when there is a new stash of donuts ready to indulge in via the Collingwood Tavern’s Facebook page. Their donuts sell out fast, so if you see them advertised, do get in quick or you could miss out. https://www.facebook.com/collingwoodtavern/

Some new pie flavours have also been added when available, the ever-popular bacon and egg as well as an incredibly tasty lamb and mint pie, which has been a big hit.

You’ll find some rocking good ribs on the Bistro menu, bursting with smokey hickory BBQ flavour. On a Wednesday night, you can enjoy the roast of the day, each bite providing a forkful of comfort and for $15 it’s exceptional value for money.

Of course, you can still pick up some good old fashioned fish and chips to enjoy either at the Tavern or take with you for a picnic at one of the many beautiful spots in Collingwood

Later this year Renae is planning on reviewing the menu and would love to hear some input from the locals. If you have a suggestion for the menu, do let Renae know, she’s flexible and values customer feedback.

Reece and Renae would like to warmly thank the Collingwood community for their support and friendship during their first year running the Collingwood Tavern.

The warmth of the Collingwood community is in part what has made this last year so amazing for the Swan family.

Keep an eye out on their Facebook page to keep up to date with the latest news and events. And maybe, just maybe another Ladies Night.

For visitors, next time you are over in Golden Bay, do pay a visit to the Collingwood Tavern, it’s a little bit of magic and a whole lot of fun.

At Christmas, more than one Santa came to town.

Reece enjoy the spirit of Christmas !

Local surfer returns with championship title

Stormy surf led to “tricky” conditions at this year’s annual Cape Classic surf competition but that was of no detriment to Motueka champion surfer Craig Sheriff, who took out the Grand Masters championship title, bringing home a trophy and prize money for his efforts.

“I was really pleased to win, just super stoked. It was real technical to surf in those conditions,” says Craig.

Taking place from 21-23 February at Westport’s Cape Foulwind and Tauranga Bay, it’s the first contest of the south island circuit.

With Tauranga Bay serving up “really good” 4-6 foot waves on the finals day Craig says the standard of surfing, while always competitive, was “really good”.

“It was a pretty hectic weekend. The conditions were big and stormy with really good swell. A bit of rain came through but we had amazing conditions on day one at Cape Foulwind’s 9 mile. It was a good social event but everyone was definitely

there to win.”

Originally from Christchurch, Craig has been surfing since his teens, spending a number of years as a sponsored surfer and gaining age group national titles.

Supported by the Nelson Board Riders Club, Craig is their first surfer to gain a top placing and says while a strong club, with a “large community” of surfers, it’s not so strong competitively.

“With our exceptional weather, waves are few and far between so we have to travel to the West Coast or Kaikoura.

We’re close enough to chase surf, you’ve just got to be motivated to chase it,” says Craig.

A roofing contractor by day, and into “anything” outdoors, Craig has been competitive in other sports over the years, including 11 years playing senior and representative rugby in Canterbury.

“We’ve been given the gift of life to live it, so I don’t sit around and watch t.v. We’re so lucky here with our great outdoors,” says the Cape Classic Grand Masters Champion.

Rolling up in Riwaka on their great new green

The Riwaka Bowling Club hosted the first full tournament on its new green on Saturday, 23 February.

The AbelTasman. com Open Triples Tournament was held in perfect conditions with nine teams, including several from around the district with Mapua, Motueka and United competing.

Winning all four of their matches and taking out the prize money for first place was the team from Riwaka compromising Skipper Vince Bloomfield, Grace Latimer and Johnna Alborn. Alan ‘Bundy’ Dannefaerd, Helen Winstone and Lesley Dannefaerd from the

Motueka Club came in second and third spot went to Mapua’s Glenn Saunderson, Errol Beattie and Dave Dillon.

The Riwaka Club’s new green is bedding in nicely and is quickening up thanks to consistent play on the surface and being mowed and rolled multiple times each week by the tireless green keepers Nick Fritz and Hayden Smith. Ron Inglis from the Motueka Bowling Club has also provided fantastic assistance by sharing both his wealth of local knowledge and also key equipment such as a verti-cutter groomer.

With the new green

now rolling quicker and more consistently as it settles in, the Club is looking forward to hosting open triples tournaments on Saturday, 21 March and Sunday, 3 May. To enter a team please contact Pauline Sutherland on 021 123 5974 or via email:

riwakabowlingclub@ gmail.com

The Club’s Wednesday night social roll-ups are attracting a good number of bowlers who then recount the highs and lows of the evening’s competition over a drink in the clubrooms.

Guests are always welcome at these informal roll-ups which begin at 5:30pm each Wednesday. All participants are placed into a team on the night and multiple sets of Club bowls are available for use by anybody wishing to take part.

Craig Sheriff in action at the Cape Classic surf competition. Inset: Craig with his Championship trophy.

Players survey the shots.

Riwaka team Vince Bloomfield, Grace Latimer and Johnna Alborn bowled their way into first place.

Tapawera’s Baton House cleans up new swimming event

Tapawera Area School introduced a new event at this year’s swimming sports. The event comprises a relay team of four, made up from each age group, swimming 25 metres each. Establishing new records, Baton House was the winner on the day with their boys and girls team coming in first place against Tadmor and Motupiko.

NBS Motueka Golf Club

On another beautiful summer’s day the scoring turned out to be as hot as the weather for the Monthly Mug Medal.

The Mug was won by one of our youngest members, Jake Mellors, who shot an incredible Nett 57! This is the lowest score that the writer can remember being scored in this competition, well done Jake!

Other results;

A Grade;

1st Jud Kenning 68

2nd Mike Hay 71

3rd Tyler Cederman 71

B Grade

1st Geoff Park 67

2nd Barry Walker 71

3rd Peter Neal 72 (Welcome back Pete)

C Grade

1st Stan Patching 68

2nd Andrew Fenemor 68

3rd Peter Johnson72

D Grade

1st Bryan Hall 67

2nd Kevin Fell 68

3rd Geoff Blois 71

Twos were scored by Geoff Park, Andy Tasker, Jud Kenning, Roger Harman, Warrick Jackson and Bryan Hall.

Lower Moutere Closest to the pin; Nathan Binns Bay Pharmacy Hidden Holes; Ray Marsden and Heath Sherrock.

The Summer Cup was won convincingly by Alan Brookes.

The ladies played a Foursomes event; 1st Karen Brine and Derryn Hedges on 67

Grace Latimer and Evelyn Hay on 68

Motueka Bridge

Results for week ending

Kaiteriteri Handicap North/South

NBS Ladies Golf

25/02/2020 9 Hole golf results

Best Nett Group 1 Christine Horridge 35

Christine Roberts 35

Rita Mitchell 37

Group 2 Karen Hawker 31

Carolyn Bolland 36

Verna Drummond 38

Motueka Bridge

KaiteriteriHandicap

18 Hole golf results Best Stableford

Jenny Van Heerden 38

Kerry McConchie 36

Cathy Elliot 36

Shirley Drummond 36

Rhonda Heckler 35

Closest to pin Alison McMillan 2’s Jackie Hail and Glenda Molgat

Historic cup contested in Riwaka

East/West

Glengarry 51.11%

Barbara Wilson&Ruth Field 57.45%

Ron Tippett&Geoff Tucker 57.05%

Janette Edwards&Anthony Clarke 55.91%

John Stanley, Mike Speak and Helen Waugh played impressively during the Riwaka Croquet’s WD & HO Wills Tobacco Federation Cup.

The WD & HO Wills Tobacco Federation Cup presented to the Riwaka Croquet Club in 1932, was competed for on Friday, 28 February.

This impressive trophy was won in a singles competition by Mike Speak after five hotly contested games. It was necessary to have a count back between Mike, Helen Waugh and John Stanley to determine the eventual winner.

The champion Baton girls team - Maddy Wallace, Te Marie Carleton-Heta, Emma Wallace and Shanina Guyton.

The champion Baton boys team - Asha Guyton, Kobi Mitchell, Tom Haunch and Matua Carleton-Heta.

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ANTI Q UES, art, furniture (desks, bookcases, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, chaise lounge, sideboards, mirrors, rugs, etc). Collectables, paintings, toys, books, records etc. Sell, buy, value. 6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond Ph 5440723. Open Mon-Sat. www. antiquesnewzealand. co.nz

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).

carpet cleaning

TA S MAN Carpet

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

10am

Sunday | Pastor Bruce & Kay Mumm

death notices

WRIGHT

Anthony Neil (Tony):

On Saturday 29th February 2020, at Nelson Hospital, after a long struggle. Now at peace. Reunited with his mother; loved husband of Raewyn; loving father of Jason (Dunedin); cherished granddad of Jesse (Dunedin); and adored brother and singing partner of Vicki (Perth). Will be sadly missed by all A service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held at the Cultural Center, Te Whare Taikura o Te Maatu, Motueka High School, on Saturday 7th March 2020, at 2:30pm followed by a private cremation.

Golden Bay Funeral Directors www.gbmfs.co.nz

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.

garage sale

9 FLOREN CE RD , RICHMOND 8th March 10am - 2pm. Complete house contents. Beds, sofas, kitchen equipment etc.

20 PARETONAST

funerals

Experience

publictrust.co.nz W ORLD DAY OF PRAYERINTERCHURCHSERV ICE

Held

notices

Taoist Tai Chi

Internal Arts of Health No bookings required / bring a friend A NEW BEGINNING CLASS Starts: Thursday 5 March 2020 9.30 - 11.00am

sudoku

storage

HANDYMAN Storage.

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

wanted to buy public notices situations vacant public notices

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

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

stump grinding

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

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

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Speed Limits Bylaw 2016 Review Consultation

We want our local roads to be safe. Making sure the speed limit is appropriate for the conditions is an important part of a safe roading network, so we have been reviewing the limits across Tasman District.

In November 2019 we consulted on a Speed Limit Review, submissions identi ed that a di erent speed than what we had proposed was wanted for three roads (Gibbs Valley Road, Hoddy Road and Wharariki Road). Legally, we are not able to set a speed limit signi cantly di erent to what was proposed in the consultation, so those roads were withdrawn from that process and we are now asking for feedback on the newly proposed speed limits.

• Gibbs Valley Road – current limit is 100kmph, proposed to change to 60kmph

• Hoddy Road – current limit is 100kmph, proposed to change to 40kmph

Wharariki Road (Freeman Access to western end)

– current limit is 100kmph, proposed to change to 60kmph

We are also proposing to extend an existing 50km/h speed limit on Abel Tasman Drive in Pōhara 25m to tie in better with the new shared path location and increased activity by the café. This results in a proposed speed limit set 75m from Selwyn Street.

Get all the details at your nearest Council o ce or library or on the website, tasman.govt.nz/feedback.

Submissions are invited until 4.00pm on Monday 30 March 2020.

Submissions should include your name, full contact details and should state if you wish to speak to the Council in support of your submission.

Motueka Ward by-election –nominations now open

The recent resignation of Tasman District Councillor Claire Hutt means a by-election will be held for one of the three Motueka Ward positions on Council, by postal vote. Nominations are now open until 12 noon on Monday 16 March, and nomination packs are available at the Motueka and Richmond Council o ces and libraries. Nomination forms and further information can also be found at tasman.govt.nz

Preliminary electoral rolls are available for inspection at the Motueka and Richmond Council o ces and libraries. You can enrol or amend your enrolment details by: Calling 0800 ENROL NOW (0800 36 76 56)

• Visit www.vote.nz

• Complete an enrolment form at any NZ Post Shop Voting documents will be delivered from Monday 20 April, with polling day closing at 12 noon on Tuesday 12 May 2020, and results will be declared on Saturday 16 May.

Please check your water restrictions

At the time of printing, Phase B restrictions are in place for Richmond, Hope, Brightwater, Redwood Valley, Eighty-Eight Valley, Dovedale and Māpua/Ruby Bay.

While Phase A restrictions are in place in Wake eld and Tapawera.

Various restrictions are also in place for water permit holders around the district. If any restrictions apply to you, we will have sent you a message letting you know what your current restrictions are.

However, the situation can change quickly if we receive rain, so please check the website for the most up to date information, tasman.govt.nz/link/water-restrictions.

Even if you aren’t currently a ected by water restrictions, please conserve water as much as possible.

From the Motueka Community Board Meeting

Freedom Camping Bylaw

An urgent review of the Freedom Camping Bylaw was called for. Council is at present weighing submissions on its draft Freedom Camping Strategy, and the resolution by the Community Board asked that Council urgently review the Freedom Camping Bylaw following that. The Board asked to be involved in the review and to make it clear that the Board "does not support camping sites or facilities in Motueka for uncerti ed non-self-contained vehicles".

Library plans being nalised

The Board agreed that its part in the Working Group for the new library to be built on Decks Reserve is coming to an end. The Party will no longer need to meet once the library construction plans have been approved, but it can be reconvened if needed. The Board was pleased with the way Council has listened to the input of Motueka people and accommodated all wishes within the budget, saying Council's consultation with the community on this project has been excellent.

Youth Council representative

Chris Davis, a representative of the Motueka cluster of the Tasman Youth Council, took his place at the Community Board table. In his role, Chris indicated an interest on behalf of the Youth Council to work with board members on projects including upgrade of the skate park, playground upgrades and cycle path investigations. The next public meeting of the Motueka Community Board will be on Tuesday 17 March.

Notice of intention to grant lease at 30 Old Wharf Road, Motueka, to Eureka Solutions Limited

Tasman District Council is seeking the public’s views on its intention to consider granting a lease for the operation of a commercial cinema business on a portion of Council land at 30 Old Wharf Road, Motueka. The land is currently being used for this purpose but a new lease agreement is now required. This land owned by Council is freehold, but is considered a “park” pursuant to Section 138 of the Local Government Act 2002.

The lease will be for the portion of the existing building located on the Council land at 30 Old Wharf Road. The lease area includes use of the communal access and toilets within the Motueka Recreation Centre.

The lease is intended to be issued to Eureka Solutions Limited, who are the existing occupants of this portion of the building and have operated their cinema business in the park for many years. The lease area will be limited to the land/building under the roo ine of the building where it is located on the “Park”. It will be clear that use of the surrounding “Park” is not included in the lease. There will be provision for a small ‘sandwich board’ sign to be placed near the road to direct customers to the lease area during times when the business is operating. No other signage will be allowed.

A plan showing the proposed lease area is available on the Council’s website, tasman.govt.nz, together with a copy of this notice.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Mark Johannsen on 03 543 8400, or via email on Mark. Johannsen@tasman.govt.nz.

Written submissions or objections should be sent to: Tasman District Council, Private Bag 4, Richmond. Submissions or objections will be received up to 4.00 pm on Monday 13 April 2020. Please state whether you would like to speak to your submission in the event that a hearing is required.

Upcoming maritime events

Pursuant to provisions of the Navigation Safety Bylaw 2015, the Tasman District Council Harbourmaster has (or may soon) grant authorisations for the following events.

Event activity: Classic Boat Show

Date and location: 7 & 8 March, Lake Rotoiti

Event activity: Sailing regatta

Date and location: 14 & 15 March, Lake Rotoiti

More information about the Harbourmaster’s directions for events is available at tasman.govt.nz/link/maritime-events.

ROAD CLOSURES

Proposed road closures

Applicant: Motueka RSA

Event: ANZAC Day Parade

Location: Pah Street, Motueka – from Bennett Street North to Countdown carpark and Pah Street, Motueka – from Talbot Street North to Countdown carpark exit

Date and time: Saturday 25 April 2020, 6.00 am – 7.30 am

Objections close: Wednesday 25 March 2020

Applicant: Nelson Bays RSA

Event: ANZAC Day Parade

Location: Aranui Road, Māpua – from Higgs Road to the tennis courts

Date and time: Saturday 25 April 2020, 10.30 am – 11.00 am

Objections close: Wednesday 25 March 2020

Approved road closure

Applicant: Downer NZ / Tasman School

Event: Muddy Buddy

Location: Aporo Road between Dickers Road and Baldwin Road – vehicles will be detoured via Goddard Road

Date and time: Sunday 15 March 2020, 10.00 am – 2.00 pm

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.

Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit Workshop Friday 6 March, 1.00 pm. Nelson City Council, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson Golden Bay Community Board

Tuesday 10 March, 9.30 am. Collingwood Fire Station, Elizabeth Street, Collingwood. Public forum

Joint Committee

Tuesday 10 March, 1.30 pm. Public forum

Regulatory Committee

Thursday 12 March, 1.00 pm. Murchison Sports, Recreation and Cultural Centre, 82 Waller Street, Murchison. Public forum

Nelson Tasman Regional Land ll Business Unit

Friday 13 March, 9.30 am. Nelson City Council, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson. Public forum.

Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit

Friday 13 March, 1.30 pm. Nelson City Council, 110 Trafalgar Street, Nelson. Public forum

Kingsland Forest Hearings

Monday 16 March, 9.30 am. No public forum

Motueka Community Board

Tuesday 17 March, 4.00 pm. Motueka Service Centre, 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka. Public forum