The Guardian - 5 July 2023

Haven for Conservation and Sustainability Opens

The new Wharepapa Enviro-Haven at Lower Moutere was officially opened on 11th June.

Neighbouring Whenua Iti Outdoors, a large group of guests gathered to celebrate the opening of this new hamlet, the brainchild of creator and founder Hazel Nash. Guests followed Hazel to the newly sculptured archway where Michael Elkington (Ngati

Koata, Ngati Kuia, Ngati Toa Rangatira) gave the karakia, the traditional Maori blessings. Michael has been involved with Whenua Iti for many years and won the Supreme Te Tohu Manu Kura Outdoor Award at the 2022 Recreation Aotearoa Awards. The award ‘recognises an individual with mana in the outdoor sector who has demonstrated out-

standing leadership in Outdoor Recreation.’

Guests were then led through the archway to view and bless the enviro-friendly hamlet. It comprises four individual wooden buildings with a wooden walkway centred around a sunken paved courtyard, and an outdoor bath. It can accommodate up to three people with other accommodation.

Having been the founder of Whenua Iti Outdoors, Hazel wanted to create a place on her property next door which would assist people in their work to reduce the effects of climate change.

“I wanted to create a place where people can come to work on conservation, sustainability and climate change.” The necessary landscaping

began this time last year with the actual building work starting in October. Hazel gave thanks to the many workers, contributors, supporters and friends who helped put her vision into action.

With Hazel there are five other Wharepapa Enviro-Haven board members- David Slack, Della Webby, Larry Ching, Bruce Gilkison and CJ

Webster, and it will be run as a charitable trust. Each board member introduced themselves, with CJ honouring Hazel saying she is “…visionary, hilarious, courageous and kind, a gatherer of good people, and a super power”.

Hazel says she has set the haven up for people who want to do anything to mitigate climate change or some-

Don’t rest on your KiwiSaver laurels

By Elise Vollweiler

Here’s a fun fact.

A laurel is a particular evergreen tree with small yellow flowers and black berries. Ancient Romans and Greeks would use its leaves to fashion crowns that were worn to represent victory. Ave, Caesar.

So why are we talking about laurels?

We’re just checking out your Kiwisaver contributions and, well, those laurels? You’re resting on them.

Many of us think that, if we – and our employer – are contributing to Kiwisaver every payday, we’re ticking the necessary boxes to be track for a comfortable retirement. For almost all of us, that means 3% from our paycheque, and another 3% from our employer. We assume this will get us to our superannuation target.

Those mandatory contributions will definitely help to get us some of the way there, but here’s the thing about that 6%. If Kiwisaver is a safety net, its default settings are low enough that we’re still going to hit the ground – just not as soon, and not quite as hard.

Compared to many other countries, our combined 6% is not nearly enough

to build up adequate wealth with which to comfortably retire.

In neighbouring Australia, for example, the total is more like 13%. Canada’s is over 10%. France’s is about 11%. Our single digit contribution leaves us rather short, and our national Kiwisaver Scheme – while a great starting point for retirement savings – is not the setand-forget solution that many of us assume it to be.

“People just aren’t asking,” laments financial planner Kathryn Alborough. “They’re assuming that Kiwisaver is their retirement provision. It isn’t, and it was never meant to be. It’s a partial retirement provision, set up on a lowcost basis.”

Kathryn, co-founder of Motueka’s Castle Trust Financial Planning, says that your retirement fund should not be just the arbitrary pool (or puddle) of investments that you end up with when you stumble past your 65th birthday. Rather, you should set a target now, and work backwards from there to here.

But what exactly is that target, anyway? How on earth do we figure out what we’ll need, and how to get from here to there?

A professional like Kathryn has the forecasting software and lived experience to help. “And keep checking on that target,” she advises, because everybody’s circumstances change as they journey towards retirement, and those forecasts can be altered along the way.

Kathryn says that, as a sweeping generalisation, your first five years of superannuation contributions make up 50% of your fund by the time you are 65, thanks to the miracle of compound interest. Her point is that the earlier you start investing money towards your retirement, the longer you have to let that money mushroom within its investments.

However, the Castle Trust ethos is not to counsel you to save every skerrick of cash that you possibly can. They believe in balance, so that you can fully enjoy life along the way. Their adviser work with your individual situation to help you set targets that don’t rob your present-day self to advance your future.

Call in today to see the Castle Trust team on Motueka High Street or Richmond Queen Street, and begin the conversation about getting you from here, to there. It’s time to earn those retirement plan laurels.

thing to do with sustainability or conservation, “They will be able to approach the board with their own projects. The board will be marketing through various environmental organisations and universities.”

After toasting to the success of Wharepapa Enviro-Haven, the celebrations continued on into the evening with supper, music and dancing.

Above left: Karakia under the archway L-R Hazel Nash, Taylor Bruning, Michael Elkington Above right: Damien O’Connor MP with Hazel Nash at the opening celebration Wharepapa Enviro-Haven.

Slot cars prove popular

A new generation of slot car fans were circling the track set up in Motueka’s Library during June by Motueka Slot Car Club’s facilitator Pete Darrell.

“I’ve been really keen to showcase slot cars and to get others interested,” says Pete. “I was really fortunate having Janine from the Library being so fantastic and supportive.”

Long before the popularity of car racing video games, the slot car craze in the 1960s and 70s had young people and their parents obsessed with racing scale models.

Slot car racing is the competitive hobby of racing with powered miniature autos which are guided by grooves or slots in the track on which they run.

More than 150 youth and 30 plus adults had a go on the track which was available for free, and had prizes up for grabs including a youth’s fastest recorded lap time.

Pete says he’s had “magic feedback” and was delighted that his track provided an opportunity for a

number of kids who’d never raced on a track that size.

Testing their skills of co-ordination, patience, tolerance and leadership Pete says there are many benefits slot car racing offers and he’s hopeful he’ll have the opportunity to have the tracks as permanent fixtures somewhere.

“The track has been packed up and stored in my garage as I have nowhere in Motueka to set it up.”

Always keen on having new members, find Motueka Slot Car Club on Facebook, and if anybody has ideas or space available to help the Club have permanent tracks set up please contact them via their Facebook page.

“I envisage once the Club has the space, the tracks could be open during the week and weekends. It’s such great entertainment for youth, especially during the holiday periods and adults can also enjoy racing on the larger wooden track.”

Ruben was awarded the helicopter for recording the fastest lap by Motueka Library’s Janine Gillions.

Ben won the slot car for 2nd fastest lap.

More than 150 youth had a go at Slot Car racing.

Juliette and Carolina

We are celebrating Juliette’s 16th Birthday

Name? From? Riding my horse Banjo

What are we doing for the Matariki long weekend?

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Hanging out with mates

Reader Eddie Mackay snapped this stunning shot of the Janie Seddon on June, 10.

The Janie Seddon shipwreck is located on the Motueka foreshore, but despite its weathered ruins the ship has a rich and diverse history.

Janie began her career as a submarine mining vessel and was the last surviving military ship to have served in both world wars - rumour has it she even fired the first shot in WW2.

When her military days came to an end, Janie was purchased by the Talley’s fishing group as the first in their fleet.

As a coal-powered ship, she proved unsuitable as a fishing vessel and her size prevented her from operating in the coastal waters of Tasman Bay. In 1950, the Janie Seddon was laid up on the Motueka Wharf, and after sinking at her moorings a few years later she was stripped of anything of use and left to the elements.

To this day, Janie’s rusting hull rests on the coast of Motueka and a short stroll along the foreshore will take you to her unofficial burial site. Photographers travel from near and far to capture this iconic shipwreck on camera.

Unexpected Powelliphanta Find Post Flooding

A highlight for students on the Environmental Sustainability Trades Programme, was to discover a healthy Powelliphanta snail in a flood-damaged part of the Te Hoiere/Pelorus River Catchment, where it was thought they wouldn’t have survived.

Students spent the first week of this programme in the Te Hoiere/Pelorus River area to build an understanding of kaitiakitanga and what it looks like in practice, including supporting the long-tailed bat recovery project by undertaking predator control by maintaining a trapline in the area, and removing an invasive plant that competes with the natives that when established, are where the bats roost. It was while painstakingly clearing an area of the invasive Chinese privet weed, that the Powelliphanta snail was found.

Rosey Joyce, Whenua Iti Outdoors lead instructor, says it was really special for the students to find the snail, as they were told that they hadn’t expected any to survive after recent flooding. “It was amazing to see the students immediately connect with our beautiful native snail and realise what it was they were protecting. It helped make sense of all the hard work they had been doing and made it all so worthwhile. The chance to interact with our native

species and realise what we’re trying to protect is what the programme is all about.”

Clare O’Rourke, who works for Forest & Bird’s Te Hoiere Bat Recovery Project, was there to support the students in their learning at Te Hoire. “It was a delight to engage with the team and participate in learning in the best classroom there is; outside. I believe spending time in nature is integral to our overall wellbeing.

Te taiao benefits too, as curious and optimistic youth grow into motivated conservationists.”

“It was a delight to engage with the team and participate in learning in the best classroom there is; outside. I believe spending time in nature is integral to our overall wellbeing.

Te taiao benefits too, as curious and optimistic youth grow into motivated conservationists,” says Clare.

Aotearoa is working towards the ambitious goal of being predator free by 2050. With government investment DOC have been investing in new pest control tools and technology, however to be successful in this goal new collaborations from private land owners, Iwi and other organisations are required, as well as innovation and education.

The Environmental Sustainability Programme aims to uplift rangatahi in the role of kaitiaki, to help them feel empowered

and able to be part of action for our environment, which will be needed to reach the predator free goal.

“The state of our environment can be overwhelming for us all, our programme teaches our young people that they can have a positive impact on the environment,” says Rosey. “The majority of the students on the four-week course had never touched a trap a before, so to see them go from no trapline knowledge to competent to the extent some intend to set up their own traps at home in their back yards, or help on existing projects, is really cool.”

Other highlights for the group so far have included checking and carrying out maintenance on traplines in the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park as well as time spent at the Healthpost Nature Trust eco-sanctuary on Cape Farewell in Golden Bay. The sanctuary features a predator-proof fence to pro-

tect a bird nesting site where rare and endangered species such as pateke (brown teal), diving petrels and fluttering shearwaters are being reintroduced.

“It’s been really cool for us to be involved in different levels of trapping, some have technology that we had not seen before like trail cameras and the predator proof fence,” says Rosey.

“By providing opportunities for students to take their learnings outside of the classroom and into a practical setting, while still gaining the necessary NCEA credits, the students get the chance to connect with the environment and to species that we are trying to protect,” says Rosey,

“They take that sense of connection with them when they leave the course, they feel and understand that they are Kaitiaki – caretakers of the land.”

“It’s important to us to help preserve our native species and

teach our students that they can have a positive impact on the environment, it’s empowering to see a change in the students’ behaviour as they understand more about biodiversity and become confident working with traplines and other initiatives, it’s really important stuff to learn and I really enjoy getting to be part of this.”

Throughout the programme, Rosey has noted that many of the conservation groups they interact with are of an older generation. Taking students into a local Forest & Bird talk in Golden Bay, someone stood up to publicly thank and acknowledge the Whenua Iti team and the students for their presence. “There was a genuine joy for them to see the younger generation be involved in a community conservation hui. And it made our students feel incredibly proud to be there, and hopefully empowered to stay involved and active for nature.”

Students help to clear Chinese privet weeds, from left; Emma Warwick (Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu) and Nicole Gray (Motueka High School).

A live snail in the Kahurangi National Park.

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Tatou Toi Matariki Art Exhibition, 11-31 July

A collective of wahine Maori artists, Zara Alen, Melissa Linton and Yara Hunt.

A free exhibition to celebrate Matariki on the Art walls and in the Community room.

Matariki Performance by Te Oro Ha, July 14, 6pm-8pm

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Babbling Books, Thursday 6 July, 1pm, enjoy books and friendly company.

Paper Artsy, Thursday 6 July, 1.30pm-3pm

Garden Gurus, Monday 10 July, 10.30am-12pm

Book Launch at Motueka Library remarkable turnout!

Ninety people turned out on a rainy Monday night to see local author Stef Harris launch his latest crime fiction novel ‘Double Jeopardy.’ Stef talked about the long journey writing five books in twelve years before finally being published the first time. His talk went down very well with the capacity crowd laughing at the many funny stories.

Motueka Branch

Librarian Janine Gillions says it was one of the largest turnouts for a book event. Publisher Quentin Wilson said he had wanted to see the book in print for some time and it is quite simply a superb page-turner. One lucky attendee won the prize draw and received a free

Letters

Dear Editor, Your correspondent, Donald Horn (Guardian, June 28) has made assumptions regarding the High Street cycle lane proposal that beg comment. He states “So no cycle lanes on the High Street. Or on any other main thor-

copy of the book. She was delighted and commented she had never won anything before. The event was supported by Page and

Blackmore Nelson, Motueka Library, Our Town Motueka, Liquourland and Muses Cafe. ‘Double Jeopardy’ is available at all good

bookstores including Motueka Paper Plus. Stef and Pegeen would like to thank everyone who came along and made this a magic evening.

oughfares. The vested interests in on-street parking win over road safety”. This is not a true statement. The proposal for High Street has deferred until 2027 at which time the proposal will be reviewed. In the meantime it will remain in the strategy. What are true state-

ments are cyclists are not legally bound to use the cycle lanes, and vehicles are not legally permitted to park on the cycle lanes. In the case of High Street, with cycle lanes on both sides of the street, if a vehicle breaks down, it has to remain in the carriageway. How would

this promote road safety? Also, we have observed a woman cycling with a dog in a basket in front of her cycle. Is this what Mr Horn refers to as an “appropriate safety provision”?

Yours sincerely, Brett Stevens

Local author Stef Harris signs his crime fiction novel ‘Double Jeopardy’.

Motueka Menz Shed members back from left; Hugh Booker, Dave Chapman, Peter Cozens, Stan Bradley, Colin Chester, Runar Hedinsson, Graham Ellwood, Brian Dunnill and Martin Macale with Tasman Bay Blue Penguin Trustees, Larry Lumsden and Linda Jenkins (front) with a number of the penguin nesting boxes the Menz Shed have built for the Trust.

“We are totally chuffed that Menz Shed are supporting our conservation work by building these nest boxes for little penguins. The new design, with the side tunnel, provides improved protection against weka which predate on penguin chicks,” says Linda. “Thanks Menz Shed, you’ve done a great job!”

Modest kiwifruit harvest leaves growers under par

The 2023 harvest of kiwifruit, New Zealand’s largest horticultural export, has largely ended with the crop now being shipped to overseas markets.

New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Inc.

CEO Colin Bond says that this was one of the most financially unrewarding harvests in recent memory due to the low volume produced.

“The kiwifruit industry did relatively well during Covid because we were allowed to continue to operate,” says Colin. “However, the last two years have been our equivalent to the economic strains experienced by other industries throughout the pandemic – now it’s our turn.” The raft of problems for growers began with quality in late 2022 and have continued into 2023 with poor pollination, wind, flooding, hail and cyclones reducing the crop size.

Originally thinking 160 million trays of kiwifruit would be produced, the final number is more likely to be well under 140 million trays, a far reach from 2022’s 175 million trays. On average, each tray has around 30 pieces of kiwifruit.

Colin says the increased costs for growing and exporting kiwifruit makes it particularly painful for growers in seasons of low production.

“Growers are putting even more pressure on Zespri to perform in their markets to get the best possible returns with smaller volumes kiwifruit. Despite Zespri reporting that the quality of our kiwifruit going to market is high and the forecast returns looking good so far, NZKGI will continue to track the quality closely over the coming months. The industry has worked collaboratively to reduce quality issues and it is even more critical that this work pays off in a low yield year”.

But there is light at the end of the tunnel, with 2024 forecast to be one of the largest ever. “There will be a huge responsibility on the whole supply chain to perform so that we can deliver this large volume of kiwifruit in great condition to consumers,” says Colin.

“Planning is already underway across the industry. While we can’t control the weather, we must ensure that we get our processes right to increase our chance of success and relieve growers from their financial burdens.”

With $2.9 billion of export earnings in 2022, New Zealand’s kiwifruit industry is an important contributor to the economies where kiwifruit is grown with many communities benefiting from its success.

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Toad Hall

Degustation Wine and Food Opening Night last Thursday

Left: Liam Reid, Manager, Toad Hall.

Right: Rosie Fleming and Lucy TeHira.

Left: Oliver David, Sue Todd and Emanuelle.

Right: Amber, Electra and Alanah.

Amy and James Marshall and Selwyn & Debbie King.

Going with the Flow for Motueka catchment

Tasman District Council (TDC) organised a field trip, hosted by Trevor James, TDC Senior Resource Scientist Freshwater and Estuarine Ecology, in mid-June. Motueka Catchment Collective (MCC) members and TDC staff were keen to find out more on how TDC monitors the river given the focus of the MCC to drive community initiatives to improve freshwater health.

TDC recently published their 2023 river water quality report, which showed the results from sampling at 29 sites across the region, including 8 on the Motueka River. Priority issues are the high levels of E.coli in some areas, as well as depleted macroinvertebrate communities, which indicates poor water quality. One of the main concerns is centered around exotic forestry harvesting practices on unstable geologies and associated sediment flows.

Fencing and riparian

planting to improve the health of waterways is an aspiration of many landowners.

The group got a crash course in river science. With the natural banter of an accomplished tour guide, Trevor entertained and educated the listeners with his enthusiasm and passion. The trip allowed MCC members to hear the science of the river, information which will be combined with local’s’ input, including from the thematic group tables at the recent launch. This will help enable MCC to decide on priorities for work in the Motueka Catchment.

“We live in a varied catchment with different geologies, land uses and population densities. One size fits none when it comes to how to manage our practices in the tributaries of the main river stem,” says Trevor. Some streams such as the Waiwhero are havens for the giant kokopu, while others

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The group disembarked at Kohatu Bridge for a talk on river management – the pros and cons of rockwalls, spur groynes, gravel extraction and allowing the river to be itself. The

semi-braided sections are valuable habitat for black-fronted terns and South Island pied oystercatchers. The group learned of the challenges balancing water flows with protecting infrastructure and horticulture/hops requirements, while preserving habitat.

The trip downriver ended up at the Riuwaka Estuary.

Tasman Bay/Te Tai o Aorere is the recipient of all that happens on land. With a ki uta ki tai, mountains to sea approach to catchment management, the focus is on making sure the quantity and

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quality of the freshwater arriving in the bay does not degrade the marine habitats. The Integrated Catchment Management work done in the early 2000s demonstrated the signatures of water quality effects many kilometers out to sea.

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ough knowledge of river monitoring, organisations like TDC, MCC and Tasman Bay Guardians can now work together, bringing together community science, volunteer action and education for the improved health of the awa,” says Trevor.

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Interest in the river brought together members of TDC and the Motueka Catchment Collective.

`NZ’s next hop model’: Huge hop garden set to bolster industry

A former dairy farm in a secluded valley on the fringe of Nelson Lakes National Park is set to become New Zealand’s biggest hop garden.

Mount Ella Station, near Murchison, previously ran more than 3000 milking cows – but now they’re all gone, replaced by rows of tall trellises on which the aromatic beer-flavouring vines grow.

Nelson Lakes Hops, the new sister farm of industry leader Freestyle Hops, took over part of the thousand-hectare farm between Nelson and Westport in 2021, after doing extensive soil, water and climate analysis on the property.

The venture defies conventional wisdom – a previously-held view that hops could only be grown commercially further north in the Tasman District.

“There hadn’t been much effort to expand hops farming at scale to elsewhere in the country - but the data we collected convinced us this was an

ideal location,” Nelson Lakes Hops Director Richard Wong says.

The farm is the result of careful consideration and extensive planning with the support of hop grower and processor, Freestyle Hops, and leading brewery, Garage Project.

The farm is large enough to allow the company to think big, and it has developed plans for growing and processing hops on a scale never seen before in New Zealand, with final product becoming a new addition to Freestyle Hops’ core offering.

Once complete, the farm will have over 370 hectares planted in hops, with two high-tech multi-million-dollar processing plants on site. Further expansion opportunities could take the farm beyond 550ha of hops.

“New Zealand hops varieties are highly sought-after internationally,” says Richard.

“Their unique aromas and flavours make them popular

with craft beer makers around the world, and we’ve already had extremely encouraging feedback from our first harvest.”

The emergence of Hapi, a joint venture between Garage Project and Freestyle Hops, to promote the New Zealand hop industry attracted Wong to the project and the value hops can bring to the New Zealand economy.

“This is a high-value horticultural product, and it has significant export potential,” says Richard.

“The demand is there for high-quality hops, we just need to grow more and make sure we get the very best prices for it – the opportunity is huge.”

After years of intensive agriculture in the valley, Richard is equally passionate about making the company’s operations as environmentally sustainable as possible.

Most of the power needed for the hops processing plant can be taken from a neighbour’s hydro-electric

scheme.

Combined with the short growing season, from October until March, and the use of drip irrigation, Richard says the farm will have a significantly reduced carbon footprint and impact on the environment, from the previous dairy operation.

“We’re looking at planting more trees around the garden, especially in the unproductive areas, as that will further enhance the environment and can help us offset any carbon we use – it’s certainly something we want to explore more,” says Richard.

While teams have

been working to plant the farm in hops and install the extensive trellises needed to support the vines, Nelson Lakes Hops’ largest capital investment has been importing and installing the processing plant.

“It’s been a pretty challenging time, given the inflationary period that we’ve had, rising construction costs and supply chain issues,” says Richard.

“Thankfully we’ve been able to manage the budget very successfully with the help of our shareholders and ANZ, who have been really supportive throughout.”

ANZ Business General Manager

John Bennett says the venture is a great example of what is possible when industry leaders come together and combine their strengths.

“Changing Mount Ella Station from dairy to horticulture, Nelson Lakes Hops and its partners have discovered an opportunity, adding value at every step,” says John.

“They’ve attracted capital to the industry and are now well on their way to proving that a scalable, highvalue crop like hops is a great option for all involved.”

A former dairy farm in a secluded valley on the fringe of Nelson Lakes National Park is set to become New Zealand’s biggest hop garden.

Richard is keen for the garden to become a strong contributor to the local economy, offering jobs and training to those interested in working in the industry.

“We aim to be the largest contiguous hop farm in New Zealand,” Richard says.

“We want to help push the New Zealand hop industry to a new phase of growth and for it to become a leader in quality.

“If we can do that, I think that will result in long term value for our shareholders, the local community, and the country.”

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86th SEDDON SHIELD

UNDER 52kg PRIMARY SCHOOLS RUGBY TOURNAMENT

JULY 3rd - JULY 7TH 2023 Sports Park Motueka

Motueka Hosts NZ’s longest-running annual tournament

It’s Motueka’s turn this year to host the Seddon Shield District Primary Schools U52kg Rugby Tournament. This tournament is one of the best known of its kind, and is held each year on a rotational basis in one of the various district centres. It is one of the only original rugby tournaments still going.

The idea of holding a tournament was born in the Nelson area in 1933 when two teachers, Messrs Macefield and Horner, discussed with the Nelson Rugby Union proposals in connection with inter-provincial football for primary school pupils. The Nelson Union was enthusiastic and referred the matter to the other Seddon Shield Unions: Marlborough, Golden Bay-Motueka, Buller and West Coast, who were in favour.

The Marlborough team, coached by A V Jermyn and L A Patchett, together with teams from the other Seddon Shield districts met to decide the first winner. It was Buller that prevailed in that inaugural year and again in 1935.

Since then, with one or two exceptions, tournaments have been held each year providing rugby in the primary grades as good as any in New Zealand.

With the support of the Unions, the schools, and the parents, the Seddon Shield District Primary Schools U52kg Rugby Tournament continues with the same enthusiasm as that with which it began 89 years ago.

Did you know that the annual week-long Seddon Shield District Primary Schools tournament is New Zealand’s longest-running rugby tournament? The tournament began in 1934 and has been staged every year since, except in 1938 when it was cancelled because of a flu epidemic, in 1942 when petrol restrictions during the war years saw it canned and in 2020 due to Covid.

George Sturgeon captain Golden Bay-Motueka 1967

The TAKAKA RUGBY CLUB totally support our Golden Bay Motueka boys in their Seddon Shield quest.

Named in Honour of the Influential ‘King Dick’

King Dick turning the sod on the West Coast.

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The Seddon Shield was named in honour of Richard John Seddon who was enthusiastically involved in the community of the West Coast Districts. ‘King Dick’ as he became affectionately known, was born in Lancashire, England in 1845.

As an engineer and retailer he arrived in Hokitika from Melbourne at the end of 1866. On the goldfields at Waimea he used his engineering skills, making a good deal of money. In 1869 he married and settled down in Kumara.

Seddon entered Parliament as Member for Hokitika in 1879. He later represented Westland from 1890 – 1906, was Minister for Public Works, Mines and Defence in 1891 in the Ballance ministry until Ballance’s death. Seddon then became New Zealand’s Premier in May 1893 and was Postmaster-General from 1897 to 1906. He died on a sea voyage from Sydney to Wellington, aged 61 years.

As Seddon was a keen rugby supporter, Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast and Buller unions met and agreed to collectively fund a rugby challenge trophy in his honour.

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First Golden Bay-Motueka Shield holders, 1923

From left: Back Row: J Holyoake, J Bickley, G Baldwin, A Austin, O Roberts, R Fry, V Fry. Middle Row: H Manoy (President), E Solly, G Richards, C Fry, F Solly, F Hamilton (Coach), A Emms (Touch Judge), K Feary, N Holyoake, R Papps, W Bowers, J Falconer, F Poole. In Front: R Scott, N Thompson.

After a series of matches, Marlborough beat Buller to become the first Seddon Shield holders.

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UNDER 52kg PRIMARY SCHOOLS RUGBY TOURNAMENT JULY 3rd - JULY 7TH 2023 Sports Park Motueka

This is Motueka’s George Sturgeon 28th year of coaching the under 52kg primary school Golden BayMotueka rugby team. Since then he’s brought back the shield five times: in 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2017.

“There was no trophy for the tournament until 2007 when it was commissioned. We were very fortunate to win it that year, too,” says George proudly.

A number of players have gone on to play Super Rugby, as well as David Havili, a current All Blacks player, who played in three consecutive Seddon Shield Primary Schools Rugby Tournaments.

Last year Golden Bay-Motueka came second beating Nelson in Hokitika with Marlborough winning the tournament.

This year’s tournament started on Monday 3 July, after the official opening at Sports Park, Motueka. George is looking forward to playing all games this tournament at Sport Park where the grounds are in “top order”.

According to George, they have a hard draw playing four games in a row beginning first against Nelson.

“Our team is made up of eight year 7 and twelve year 8 players, three of them from last year. We have a reasonable team with some very good players. Our forwards are a heavy pack, all 50 kg,” says George, “It’s a matter of them gelling together.”

THE RIWAKA RUGBY CLUB

Wishes

Current team & Coaches.

David Havili was called up to the All Blacks for the 2017 Rugby Championship squad and is still in the squad.

Golden Bay-Motueka Team Winners of 2007 U52kg Primary School Seddon Shield Tournament. They won the tournament after finishing unbeaten, marking the first time since 1968 and receiving a trophy for the first time after George Sturgeon commissioned one to be created.

again.

We are proud to support the

Ten years later Golden Bay –Motueka Team winners

Matariki 2023 Ma i New Year

Matariki Kainga Hokia –Matariki calls you home

Matariki is the Maori name for the cluster of stars that rises in midwinter and for many Maori heralds the start of the new year. This year Matariki will be officially celebrated as a public holiday on Friday 14th July. This is an opportunity for all people of Aotearoa to come together and reflect on the year that has passed, celebrate the present, and plan for the future. The theme for this year is Matariki Kainga Hokia – Matariki calls you home.

The stars of Matariki

Our tupuna (ancestors) would look to Matariki for help with their harvesting. When Matariki disappeared in April/ May, it was time to preserve crops for the winter season. When it re-appeared in June/July, tupuna would read the stars to predict the upcoming season – clear and bright stars promised a warm and abundant winter while hazy stars warned of a bleak winter.

Because Maori follow the Maori lunar calendar, not the Gregorian calendar, the dates for Matariki change every year. Each star holds certain significance over our wellbeing and environment, as seen from the Maori view of the world.

Matariki

Matariki is the star that signifies reflection, hope, our connection to the environment and the gathering of people and their wellbeing.

Matariki loves to gather the people together, and to connect them with our environment. She encourages us

to do the same, as often as possible.

Pohutukawa

Pohutukawa is the star connected to those that have passed on.

Pohutukawa holds tight to our memories of treasured people who have passed on. She encourages us to take time to remember them, and to acknowledge their impact on our lives.

Waiti

Waiti is connected with all fresh water bodies and the food sources that are sustained by those waters. Waiti watches over our freshwater environments. Our awa (rivers), roto (lakes), kukuwai (wetlands), and waipuna (springs) – to name just a few. As the waters flow, she sees how they support us, provide for us, connect us, and sustain us. Waiti has heard the important stories that our waters have to tell. She encourages us to listen, and to learn from them as well.

Waita

Waita is associated with the ocean, and food sources within it.

Waita surveys our vast oceans, Te Moana-nui-o-Kiwa (the Pacific Ocean) and Te Tai-o-Rehua (the Tasman Sea). The variety of life in these waters is so diverse that he finds he is still discovering different species of marine plants, whangote (mammals), manu (birds) and ika (fish) – even after all of this time. Biodiversity is essential to our world. Our actions need to support it, and even better still, enhance it. Waita encourages us to respect our coasts and oceans, and treat their inhabitants like the taonga (treasures) they really are.

Waipuna-a-rangi

Waipuna-a-Rangi is connected with the rain.

Waipuna-a-rangi welcomes the winter sky waters in all their forms – ua (rain) ua nganga (hail) and hukarere (snow) included. She sees how these waters contribute to the healthy cycle of our earth, and also, the effects when they don’t arrive as required. Waipuna-a-rangi encourages us to reflect about climate change, and what we can do today to lessen the problem.

Tupu-a-nuku

Tupu-a-nuku is the star connected with everything that

grows within the soil to be harvested or gathered for food.

Tupu-a-nuku has a special interest in our edible plants. This includes the natives puha (sowthistle), kawakawa (pepper tree), kokihi (NZ spinach), and ti kouka (cabbage tree). In watching the preparations for their growth and harvest, she has come to understand the importance of healthy soil. Tupu-a-nuku encourages us to consider more carefully what we are putting into Papatuanuku (the earth), and in what quantities.

Tupu-a-rangi

Tupu-a-rangi is connected with everything that grows up in the trees: fruits, berries and birds.

Tupu-a-rangi has long looked out for the ngahere (forests), and he is deeply concerned by the collapse he is witnessing. Our native wildlife – manu (birds and bats), mokomoko (lizards), and ngarara (bugs) – are being ravaged by introduced pests and predators. As are our ancient rakau (trees) – like totara, puriri, pohutukawa and rata. Tupu-a-rangi encourages us to take action to help to bring our forests back to life again.

Ururangi

Ururangi is the star connected with the winds.

Ururangi is close friends with te whanau puhi (the wind family) – including Hauraro (the north wind), Tonga (the south wind), Hauauru (the west wind), and Marangai (the east wind). He encourages us to get to know this family well, embrace its strength and prepare for any challenges it creates.

Hiwa-i-te-rangi

Hiwaiterangi is the star connected with granting our wishes, and realising our aspirations.

Hiwai-i-te-rangi is a wishing star, who helps us to recognise our hopes, dreams and aspirations for the coming year. She encourages us to hold firm to our goals, and seek out opportunities to see them realised.

Matariki 2023 Ma i New Year

How to find the Matariki star cluster

Matariki is found low on the horizon in the north east of the sky. Try looking here between 5.30 a.m. and 6.30 a.m.

1. First find Tautoru (well known as the bottom three stars of ‘the pot’, or Orion’s Belt).

2. To find Puanga (Rigel) look above the pot until you see the bright star – that is Puanga.

3. To find Matariki, look to the left of Tautoru (the pot), find the bright orange star, Taumatakuku (Alderbaran). Follow an imaginary line from Tautoru, across to Taumata-kuku and keep going until you hit a cluster of stars. That cluster is Matariki. If you have good eyes you should be able to pick out individual stars. If it looks fuzzy, look just above or just below and the stars will be clearer. With the naked eye between 7 and 9 stars should be visible, with a telescope it is possible to see hundreds.

The Values of Matariki

Aroha – Love and respect for one another

Whakamaumaharange – Remembrance

Kota hitange – Unity

Tohatoha – Sharing

Mana Taiao – Environmental Awareness

Hakari – Feasting

Wananga – Discussion

Noho tahi – Coming together

Atawhaitanga – Kindness

Whakanui – Celebration

Tuakiritange - Identity

What’s On for Matariki in your area

TDC Matariki Lantern

Competition

Create a light lantern, light sculpture or light display which encompasses the essence or a component of Matariki to be in to win a class, business or household lunch shout. Masterpieces need to be: Battery powered, transportable and represent the meaning of Matariki. Photos will be on TDC’s Facebook page https://www.facebook. com/TasmanDistrictCouncil/ and winner will be determined by number of likes. To enter email a photo to events@tasman.govt.nz by 12pm 7th July. Competition is open 12pm Monday 10 July until 12pm Monday 17 July.

Motueka Library

Matariki Hangout Zone –Thursday 6th & 13th July – 11am – 12pm

Decks Reserve July 14th 6-8pm Performance by Te Oro Ha music, food, star gazing and kanikani dances.

Art Exhibition 13th July 12pm – 5pm

Richmond July 13th 5pm

Washbourn Gardens

- Harmony Hunters band, watch kapa haka, a fire performance, a special star-themed treasure hunt and grab a snack from the various food trucks plus plenty more. Entries to Matariki Lantern Competition, as above, will be on display.

Nelson July 14th 9am-9pm

Trafalgar Centre and Rutherford

Park – Performances, music, Matariki market opens at 5pm.

Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust

back to one or more of the original Ngāti Rārua and Ātiawa landowners of our Motueka homelands. As a Trust, we manage and nurture these land holdings on behalf of and for the benefit of all the descendants of the original 109 owners. We are proud of our history and our stories.

The Ngāti Rārua Ātiawa Iwi Trust represents a unique group of descendants from two iwi. They whakapapa back to one or more of the original Ngāti Rārua and Ātiawa landowners of our Motueka homelands. As a Trust, we manage and nurture these land holdings on behalf of and for the bene t of all the descendants of the original 109 owners. We are proud of our history and our stories.

Whakarewa represents a unique group of descendants from two iwi: Ngāti Rārua and Te Ātiawa Iwi. They whakapapa

NBS Motueka Golf

In spite of the inclement weather both overhead and underfoot 20 intrepid golfers competed in the monthly mug medal on 24, June.

The results were:

Mug Medal winner

Karl Heke

Net 70 Great score in those conditions

Division 1

Best Gross

Reinhardt Van Zyl 78

1st Net

Ben Holden 72

2nd Net

Peter Cederman 72

Division 2

1st Net

Peter Johnson 72

2ndNet

Blake Zwick 72

3rd Net

Ray Marsden 75

Twos

David Cairns, Blake Zwick, Ralph Meikle

Lower Moutere Closest to the pin

David Cairns

Mixed Vets played

June, 28

Ladies

1st Helen Kain 36

2nd Dael Ray 35

3rd Yvonne Stevenson 34

Men

1st Craig Marshall 36

2nd Kevin McStay 36

3rd Ian Pugh 36

Motueka Bridge

Monday, 26 June

Motueka Handicap (Round 3 of 3)

NORTH-SOUTH (Raw and Handicap) Raw Hcp

1st Ray Cannell / Jean Hodson

65% 63.41%

2nd Carolyn Gatenby / Kathryn Brookes 57.08%

54.76%

EAST-WEST Raw Hcp

1st Karen Logan / Barbara Gordon

63.33% 61.8%

2nd Diana Furlong / Lorna Wilson

54.17% 61.09%

Tuesday June

27th Motueka Junior

Bunnings Rugby Assist 2023 commits to supporting rugby clubs to be even more welcoming

Community rugby clubs across Aotearoa once again have the chance to apply for Bunnings Rugby Assist as applications open now. Ten clubs will be selected to receive $30,000 worth of Bunnings products and materials to improve their clubrooms.

Nearly a third of rugby clubs have expressed a desire to make their club even more welcoming to all members of their community. Needs range from upgrading clubroom conditions and ensuring changing rooms are suitable for all players, to increasing clubs’ use and functionality by developing all weather training facilities.

the whole community.

Handicap (Round 3 of 3)

1st Annie Millard / Paul Prestidge

67.5%

2nd Steve Hart / Ron Argue

55%

Handicap Results

1st Annie Millard / Paul Prestidge

66.58%

2nd Peter Minchin / Sue Fairweather

56.66%

Overall Winners of the 3 Round Motueka Handicap

Monday: Ray Cannell / Jean Hodson

61.46%

Tuesday: Annie Millard / Paul Prestidge

57.92%

Grassroots rugby clubs play a pivotal role in bringing communities together so in 2023, Bunnings Rugby Assist will be dedicated to upgrading local clubroom facilities to feel even more welcoming for

Motueka R.S.A. Darts Club Members results that featured in the National Darts Championships held here in Motueka.

Open Ladies

Emily Greenhough

17th

Open men

Hayden Smith 9th

Open men

Kenneth 33rd Mixed pairs

Hayden and Gina

New Zealand Rugby General Manager of Community Rugby, Steve Lancaster said: “New Zealand Rugby and Bunnings are committed to supporting the growth of community rugby. We know that rugby clubs are so often the heart of their community and it’s imperative they are a safe space that feels like home for all.

“We’re excited to see Bunnings Rugby Assist commit significant funding to support this and are proud to have a partner in Bunnings who know

Smith 5th

Men’s singles Rob 33rd

Men’s singles Jimmy 17th

Men’s pairs Nathan and Sean 9th

Men’s pairs Hayden and Kenneth 5th

Motueka Darts Ck

NZDC Ladies Pairs Championship

– Final Results R16

Desi Mercer & Tracy MacDonald beat R10 Nicole Regnaud & Yolande Regnaud 4 - 3

the important role local rugby clubs play in bringing people and communities together”.

Melissa Haines, Country Manager of Bunnings New Zealand, said: “Now into our third season, our teams have connected with grassroots rugby clubs across the country, providing hands on support with clubroom upgrades. They have experienced firsthand the impact that these clubs have on their communities, and how invaluable the upgrades to the facili-

ties are in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.

“Small upgrades like introducing a kids’ corner - or adding in accessible ramps or bathrooms - provide important representation and meaning behind feeling welcome.”

Rugby legends Ruby Tui and Ian Jones will return as Bunnings Rugby Assist ambassadors to help promote the programme to the rugby community.

“I am thrilled to be working with the team on Bunnings

Rugby Assist season three. I’ve seen the impact these funds and projects have on clubs and know this year’s focus will create so much positive change for communities around the country. I can’t wait to see what we can achieve this year,” says Ruby.

Grassroots clubs from across the country are eligible to apply for Bunnings

Rugby Assist for the chance to receive a share of $300,000 worth of Bunnings products and materials. Bunnings Rugby Assist will open for applications on June 27 and close on August 6, 2023.

Bunnings Rugby Assist is an annual program designed to help community rugby clubs build and maintain facilities that are vital to their operation. For more information on how to apply please visit: www. provincial.rugby/ bunnings-rugbyassist

Nathan Haines and Sean Rupapere were two of Motueka’s representatives at the National Darts Championships.

Community rugby clubs across Aotearoa once again have the chance to apply for Bunnings Rugby Assist as applications open now.

Kahurangi through to semi-finals of Tasman Trophy

By Brendan Alborn.

The Kahurangi Men’s Division One team thumped Marist last Saturday at Trafalgar Park by 34-5 to top the Tasman Trophy leaderboard and earn themselves a home semi-final this coming Saturday, 7 July. The semi-final will see Kahurangi facing Marist again, but with this game taking place on this side of Tasman Bay, at Sports Park Motueka, with kick-off at 2.30pm.

The Kahurangi Men finished the Tasman Trophy competition remaining unbeaten with the first round draw against Stoke the only blemish on the record. After that first round Houdini escape act during which even the Kahurangi diehards were contemplating the prospect of life without the John Goodman Trophy

after having held it for two and a half years, the team went on to earn six bonus point wins on the bounce. Although Kahurangi’s statistics are impressive with an average score of 40 points per game and 15 against, the team required another Houdini impersonation to beat Central in Blenheim the week before last, scoring three tries in the final 10 minutes to win that game 36-33.

Indeed, Kahurangi have been on the cusp of producing an 80 minute performance all season, only for frustrating errors, some old fashioned white-line-fever and periods of indiscipline to effectively let their opponents back into games. On Saturday in the match against Marist however, the Hawk’s composure held firm as they racked up six tries to Marist’s solitary late

score. Three quarter Jack Gray scored three of the tries taking his season total to nine in only four games. Young halfback Tyler Blake scored two tries in his most polished performance so far for the team while veteran winger Stein Schreiber latched onto a superb grubber kick by Stewart Cruden to dot down for his 95th try for the team in his 130th game.

Having struggled to contain Marist’s power game in previous seasons, Kahurangi’s defence on Saturday effectively set up the win. Kahurangi paid tribute to stalwart Manu Parkin-Williamson in his 100th game with a defensive masterclass in which Marist’s larger forward pack were shut out of the game. While Marist’s big ball runners continued to throw themselves at the line, Kahurangi’s forward

pack either chop tackled or drove those runners backwards. And when Marist attempted the same crash and bash tactics in the midfield, Kahurangi’s midfield would hold the Marist ball runners up until Kahurangi’s mobile loose forward trio arrived en masse to end any forward momentum.

Having played in semi-finals for the past three seasons, Kahurangi will know that finals footy is a different beast and

that round two of their battle is likely to see a much improved effort by Marist who contributed to their own demise last week with a number of handling errors. If Kahurangi are successful they will earn the right to play the winner of the other semi-final which takes place in Blenheim between Central and Stoke. The final of the Tasman Trophy, should Kahurangi emerge triumphant, will then be played at Riwaka’s Cooks

Reserve on Saturday the 15th of July if the playing surface there is deemed to be up to standard by the TRU.

The Kahurangi Women’s team season ended on June, 24 with a loss in the final of the Tasman Trophy to Marist, 38-5. Despite losing the final, Kahurangi coaches Weesang Paaka and Bevan Thomas would have been delighted with the team’s 2023 campaign as they moved from wooden spooners to competi-

tion runners-up in a single season. In Men’s Division Two action, Huia and Riwaka face off in the Battle of Bridge this coming Saturday, also at Sport Park Motueka, with kick-off at 12.45pm. With three rounds left to run in the competition, Huia currently sits third on the ladder with Riwaka one spot below. This will add extra spice to what is always a spicy encounter between close neighbours and fierce rivals.

Tigers benefit from fearless leader

Every year Motueka AFC form a new 9th grade team. These players generally emerge from Fun Football, but this year they are from a mixed source. The Motueka AFC Tigers are a mix of Fun Football graduates, along with exrugby, ex-netball and the majority are first time football players. Lucky enough, these future FIFA stars have Harmony Thomas as their coach and role model. Harmony herself plays for Motueka AFC in the U18 Wolves and the Angels women’s team. Her experience and knowledge are beneficial to both the team and firsttime manager Cass Palmer. As Harmony’s team commitments do not often allow her to be game side for the Tigers on Saturday mornings, Cass organises the players, their positions, and logistics of the team under Harmony’s guidance. The Tigers are aptly named as they are an

enthusiastic bunch, hungry for the ball. At practice they enjoy running and playing small-sided games, showing their increasing comprehension of game strategy. At this stage of football, players have not settled into positional play. This gives the players a chance to play positions in the back, midfield and forward, with a rotation as goalkeeper. Their games are played on the junior pitches with 7 aside. The Tigers have 11 fierce players aged 8 and 9 years (including one girl), who are proving they’re not pussy cats on the pitch. They are from different primary schools, including home schooling, so are making new friendships outside of their regular peer group. Last Saturday Harmony’s U18 team had no game, enabling her to be at the Tiger’s game to support both Cass and the team. The excite-

ment within the team from her attendance, shows the inspiration and knowledge she is passing on to these budding football players.

Results for Saturday, 1 July 2023

Motueka Garden Motels 1st XI V’s Suburbs

Lost: 3-5

POD: Ramiro

Green Acres

Motueka 2nd XI V’s Suburbs Seals

Draw: 3-3

POD: Elijah Bramwell

Motueka Angels had a bye

Motueka Taste of Turkey Masters V’s Richmond

Win: 3-1

POD: John O and Mark MC

Motueka U18

Wolves: no game as the opposition defaulted.

Motueka Titans V’s FC Stormers

Draw: 3-3

POD: Oliver Werner

Motueka Wasps V’s Suburbs

Draw: 1-1

POD: Jacob Robertson

Motueka Hawkes

V’s Nelson Lightning

Win:3-1

POD: Barend Burger

Motueka Tigers V’s Richmond

Lost: 3-4

POD: Jake Roberts

Motueka AFC

Stormers, V’s NN Suburbs Pink Flames

Win: 6-1

POD: Harrison Allott

Motueka Stingers

V’s Nelson Suburbs Rebels

Won 3-2

POD: Griffin O’Sullivan

Motueka Falcons V’s Suburbs

Lost: 2-3

POD: Jack and Ruben

Motueka Vipers V’s Nelson Acres

Lost:1-5

POD: Quinn Furrows

Kahurangi’s Mike Wells, Willis Scott, Jack Gray and Thomas Robinson.

The Motueka AFC Tigers along with Harmony Thomas (left) and Cass Palmer (right).

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Saturday 8th July 9 - 2 pm something for everyone. 50 River Road, Riwaka.

Public

Sarau Winter Sale weekend - 22-23 July from 11am - 3pm

Your chance to choose a new wardrobe, enough books for a year and of course soup, or coffee. This year we also have a section with old books and china.

Dentures

New dentures, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

Wanted to Buy

Cash paid for old wrist watches, Scrap gold & Silver. Old coins $ Jewellery. Vintage/quality tools. Military & Firearms items. General antiques. Also buying estate & shed items. Collection & downsizing. Ph Tim Gladstone. T&B Vintage. 0800 653 935 or 548 5235.

CHURCHILL

Glenn Martin

57 years. Peacefully at Nelson Hospice on Friday 30th June.

Friend and loved Husband of Teresa. Dearly loved and very proud Father of Ryan.

Much loved Son of Gaye and the late Jackson Churchill. Dearly loved friend and brother, of Craig and Marina; Kyle and Tracey; (UK) Uncle of Ashleigh, Lachlan, and Olivia. And loved Outlaw of all his In-laws.

Birthday twin of Tania. The family express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr Eloise Fry, for her understanding care, and the staff of Wakefield Medical Center and Wakefield Pharmacy, for years of unfailing support and help. And to District Nurse Jan Boyd, for her caring, compassion and support. And the Nurse Maude, carers for daily visits and company.

A Gathering will be held on Friday 7th July at 2pm at Stoke Methodist Church; Neale Avenue; Stoke, Nelson.

RETURNS AFTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Antiques

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

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CLEANING

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Age Concern Tea & Talk 24a Tudor Street

The Shed- Every Wednesday 10am. Phone 027-9214074

Alcoholics Anonymous. Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757

Better Breathers Class Motueka Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held on Mondays, 11.30am – 12.30pm, at the functional fitness room, Motueka Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. $5 per class. Car park entry to the class available. For more information, please contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 027 5267675 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

Breast Cancer Support Group, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

Community House Beneficiaries and Unwaged Workers Trust (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings

Gateway to your Wellbeing Wellbeing is important for all of us to thrive. The shed is a

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Garden maintenance, creation, pruning, hedge trimming, topiary, vege gardens & composting systems, seasonal advice, & big clear ups.

PLASTERBOARD

PODIATRIST

PODIATRIST STUMP GRINDING

Business as usual Podiatrist @ Motropolis

With the retirement of Carol, I’ll be taking over her weekly spot at Motropolis on Tuesday’s. So if your feet need seeing to, please email info@mobilepod.nz or message/call

022 419 0205 Greig Price - BHsc (Pod)

STUMP GRINDING

Motueka Stump Grinding Services

Stump Grinding | Tree Felling

Site Clearance

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Call Andrew 021 081 82 123 www.stumpgrindingservice.co.nz

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safe place to meet new people in a supportive and caring environment. We also can connect you with other agenesis for the right support needed. Ph 0279214074 for more info or pop in 24a Tudor Street Motueka Email: admin@ ght.co.nz

Greypower Motueka welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com

Indoor Bowls - Monday & Wednesday 1.153pm. Motueka Over 50s Hub 10 Pah St Contact Jude 027 3244226. All abilities. All Welcome.

Indoor bowls at Mapua Hall, the 3rd and last Fridays of the month. Bowls at 2pm followed by “bring a plate” afternoon tea. Beginners welcome. $3. Mapua Friendship Club. Contact Val 035403685.

Justice of The Peace Services Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Cafe, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am - 12 noon

Knit & Natter Wednesdays 10am - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments.

10 Pah St, Motueka Over 50s Social Hub. Chris 021 2514359

Motueka Elysium for Widows & Widowers meet Mondays 9.30 am at Muses Cafe, High Street for coffee & chat, friendship & support.

Ph Carol 5285027

Motueka Newcomers New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355 Motueka G.R.G. Support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd and 4th Thursday every month 1-3pm. St Andrews lounge. 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed and supportive time with others. Phone 021 133 7299

Motueka District Toy Library Motueka District Toy Library on 44 Pah st. Open 10am - 11:30am Tuesday and Thursday, and Saturday 10am12pm. Annual membership $30. Hundreds of toys for all ages

Motueka Tramping Club Would you like to go walking on the weekends but are not sure where to start? Start with your local club: www. motuekatrampingclub.org

Motueka 50+ Walking Group Walks every Thursday. For information contact our Secretary at secretary50pluswalkers@gmail. com 0212640403 and check our website

www.motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz

Need A Lift? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail.com, 24hrs notice required.

Nelson Asthma Society Better Breathers Class Motueka is back on! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Warf Road, Mondays at 11:30am - 12:30pm. $5 per class. Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

Nelson Hospice The Motueka shop needs voulnteers! If you would like to voulnteer for us please inquire at the shop or call us at the Motueka shop on 03 528 1178

Prostate Cancer Support Group Meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137

Radio Control Sailing at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

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Tender (will not be sold prior)

Closing 4pm, Wed 12 Jul 2023

208 High Street, Motueka View 1-1.30pm Sat 8 Jul or by appointment

Matt Galvin 027 768 6288 matt.galvin@bayleys.co.nz VINING