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Ad and Anny de Groot’s Dutch croquettes and bitterballen are so “authentic and delicious” they supply them to the Netherlands Embassy in Wellington for the King’s birthday celebrations.
The products impressed ambassador Mira Woldberg so much that on a recent visit to Tasman she insisted on visiting the de Groots in the Moutere to witness their products being made first-hand.
“Their croquettes and bitterballen are amazing, my two sons love them too. It’s just like the original flavour in the Netherlands. Here they’re a different shape and really delicious,” says Mira.
Ad has been making the croquettes using his mother’s recipe since 1977 and after
arriving on our shores in 1989 adapted them to local ingredients.
Now, his and Anny’s business, A&A Snacks, distribute them together with their equally popular bitterballen all over the country.
“They’re made with love. There’s no pre-
servatives, flavour or colour added. It’s all natural,” says Ad. Mira and her husband Koen Overkamp travelled to Golden Bay with Mayor Richard Kempthorne and his wife, Jane, who are both fans of the products after being introduced to
them while living as the de Groots neighbours around two decades ago.
It was the Dutch couple’s first visit to our region, and despite their rainy welcome they’re both already looking forward to a return trip.
“Abel Tasman was
the first European to set eyes on New Zealand and as the Dutch Ambassador I wanted to pay tribute to that,” says Mira. “It’s a really nice region, just spectacular, we’ll come back and explore the coastline and Abel Tasman National Park.”
More than a ton of rubbish has been prevented from entering our waterways thanks to the combined efforts of Tasman Area Community Association (TACA), Milnes Beatson and Redwood Cider staff, and Rudolph Steiner school students, teachers and supporters.
TACA chairperson David Short, coordinated the annual event that saw the
group initially cleanup the coastal stretch between McKee Reserve and Kina Beach when they collected 380kg. On Saturday, 25 May the group did their second and final clean-up for the year targeting the coastal highway collectively accumulating just under 700kg.
“Every year we think there’ll be less rubbish but there’s always plenty out there. The good thing
is we’ve saved so much stuff from entering the Tasman Bay and Moutere Inlet, and at least these bits of plastic won’t be floating around for fish to eat,” says David.
The group of more than 25 found a variety of items that included a soccer ball, various bits and pieces of plastic, a car bonnet, car tyres and “lots of stuff that looked like it’d blown off vehicles or been thrown out the
window”.
“We have a fabulous team of willing supporters and we know when the call goes out we’ll have a good response,” says David. Cleaning up at low-tide with an incoming tide, he says the weather was as great as the volunteers for the big beach cleanup. “It was another very successful morning. Everyone was so positive and willing to help.”
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The Bayfield Chamber Choir takes part in a previous ‘The Kids Sing’.
The event is the junior version of The Big Sing, run by the NZ Choral Federation (NZCF) and is open to all intermediate and primary schools around the Nelson/ Tasman region.
“It’s an exciting opportunity for school choirs of all levels to get together and perform in front of their peers and families in
a fun, non-competitive environment,” says Lucy Rainey, festival organiser.
Lucy organised the first Wellington ‘The Kids Sing’ in 2016 which was a real success and it has continued to grow since then.
“It’s so heart-warming to see the kids’ enthusiasm and love for singing.”
The Kids Sing festivals take place in seven centres around New Zealand and cater to around 3,500 primary and intermediate school children from 70-80 schools around the country. Bringing school choirs together to perform to each other gives the children the opportunity to be inspired by hearing other choirs
and to experience a wide variety of musical styles. Each choir performs two songs in contrasting styles and all the children join together to sing a massed item at the end.
The festivals are run by the New Zealand Choral Federation (NZCF) and have taken place in a number of North Island
centres for over a decade. This year’s ‘The Kids Sing’ in Nelson will be the first South Island festival of its kind.
The Nelson event will take place at the NCMA on 15, November.
Schools can register by contacting Lucy: lucyraineymusic@ gmail.com by Friday, 7 June.
It’s been said that Jess Tibbs is our next Lorde; this talented singer/songwriter and musician was one of the many amazing personalities who lit up the stage for the Motueka High School Talent Quest last Thursday night.
Taking a seat in the packed MHS hall alongside my fellow judge Fresh FM DJ Maureen Urwin, I felt the excitement building. The school hall was buzzing, the air was electric, and the MHS Talent Show was about to begin.
What awaited was simply extraordinary, from variety acts to solo musicians, dancers to live theatre. And what I discovered was the teenage talent in Motueka is both professional and mindblowing. Who knew it would be this good?
To begin the evening’s performances we were treated to a four-piece band. I turned to Maureen and voiced that judging was not going to be an easy task.
The calibre of musicianship was incredible and I felt a wave of relief knowing Maureen was a singer and band member, her knowledge would prove so very helpful in making our decisions.
During the hours that followed, we watched mesmerised as dancers used their craft to tell stories and relay messages. Musicians performed both their own pieces and some
truly epic covers and renditions of the worlds most skilled maestros. Have you ever heard Stairway to Heaven performed by a three-piece consisting of guitar, vocals and a harp? Aural ecstasy is an understatement.
Another act which caught my eye was a phenomenal rendition of Radio Head’s emotional smash hit ‘Creep’. Emily Bryan put life into that piece. Accompanying her voice, her skilled fingers expressed their emotion on stage via a worn, well loved piano.
A theatrical group thoroughly entertained the audience, with their piece “Night at the Movies’. Drawing laughter and interest from the crowd these talented drama students went on to win the Variety section of the show.
Bella Shand took out the prize for ‘Most Promising Future Performer’. Bella was in three of the competing acts, including a solo instrumental entitled ‘River Flows in You’.
Next Thursday, 13 June at 7.45pm, Motueka’s State Cinema will once again host a Community Pool Fundraiser by showing “Pavarotti”.
The film features never seen before footage, concert performances and intimate interviews as filmmaker Ron Howard examines the life and career of famed
Sebastian Mataric has only been playing the guitar for three years, but his gift is obvious. He put Metallica to shame with an extravagant and complex guitar solo of their hit song ‘Enter Sandman’. Then later in the evening joined Layla Sudol and Tagan Stringer for an extraordinary rendition of “Stairway to Heaven”.
There were many awards on the night, the overall winners were a two-piece act, Joshua Boryer and Lucy Summerfield. Their duet “Big Love”, a song by Fleetwood Mac was both complex and dramatic.
Joshua’s fingers danced over his guitar strings while both of their voices hit all the right notes. Joshua’s guitar playing did Lindsey Buckingham proud.
Maureen summed up the evening perfectly by saying “I was pleasantly surprised at the level of talent I saw at Motueka High School! Such a hard position it was to judge at the annual Talent Quest.”
Here at the Motueka Guardian, we have a range of stunning photos taken across the course of the evening by our talented graphic designer, should you wish to purchase any prints please drop by our office in Wallace Street.
Maureen Urwin of Fresh FM has a studio in Motueka and would love to have some of the MHS Talent Quest participants come into the studio to create a radio programme and feature their talents. If you are interested please contact Maureen Urwin on motueka@freahfm. net or call 021 163063.
Next year, keep an eye out for the Motueka High School Talent Quest, I highly recommend attending, it was an incredible evening.
A big thanks to all of the acts, the organisers, MC’s and the phenomenal backstage crew. And a big thanks from myself for the honor of helping to judge the finals.
Editorial review by Jennifer Ayers
opera tenor Luciano Pavarotti. The popular Italian operatic tenor also crossed over into popular music, eventually becoming one of the most commercially successful tenors of all time.
*Tickets for the screening are available from the Motueka Community Store for $16 each.
Following the success of last summer, a further $8 million is being made available to continue delivering a better freedom camping system and to encourage responsible camping across New Zealand, Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis announced on Friday, 17 May.
Over 100 students and teachers were entertained, inspired and amused by the author Des Hunt who visited Tapawera Area School to do a presentation relating to his latest book ‘To Trap a Thief’, an adventure book set in the regions of Nelson, Motueka and Golden Bay. The generosity of the Book Council made this visit possible as part of their programme of Authors visiting schools.
Des Hunt, having been a Science teach-
er for 40 years as well as being an established author, had quite a few science tricks to keep even the youngest children interested. He used these to illuminate the art of story-telling and inspire many with his examples of failure followed by success, how many of us knew that Dr Seuss had one story rejected 27 times before succeeding as a writer? Des Hunt was too modest to mention the many Awards he has to his name, but it’s not often
we are lucky enough to have role models of this calibre happy to spend their time with us. “When Des Hunt came to visit, I was really excited because I love the way he describes the characters in his books. Des Hunt came to Tapawera to help teach us how to write a captivating book that keeps your reader engaged. He showed us some amazing science experiments to watch and learn as his experiments were a metaphor to the struc-
ture of a story. It is nice to read stories about places I have been to,” says year-9 student, Samantha Hatton.
“Des Hunt was very good at captivating his audience while also educating them. He explained the structure of his books in interesting ways by using his background of being a science teacher to demonstrate the stages you go through. I think everyone who went to see him enjoyed it,” says year-9 student, Rosa Cameron.
The funding will be available for summer 2019/20 for education and ambassador programmes, enforcement activity and the provision of temporary facilities for the busy summer season.
“Last summer we worked hard with local government and communities to improve the freedom camping experience for everyone. The feedback we’ve received from councils and communi-
ties has exceeded all expectations, and it’s great that we’re able to do this again,” says Kelvin.
“We want to build on the success of last summer. This means making sure we’re targeting funding and facilities at the right locations, to minimise any potential impacts on communities and businesses.
“We know that campers want to do the right thing, and want to travel around New Zealand responsibly. We need to support them to act as guardians of Aotearoa by providing information, education and the facilities they want to use.
“Our successful approach to responsible camping is a prime example of how the New ZealandAotearoa Government Tourism Strategy will
work in action.
“We’ve shown that by working together with local government and the sector to come up with sustainable solutions to tourism issues, we can deliver better experiences for visitors and local communities alike,” says Kelvin.
The responsible camping funding round opened on 1 June, 2019.
Further information, including funding criteria, is available at: https://www. mbie.govt.nz/immigration-and-tourism/ tourism/tourismprojects/responsible-camping/
You really should view this home, there is plenty on offer for the money. The four bedrooms, two bathrooms, good garaging and off-street parking all offer various opportunities. Retirees looking to downsize with space for hobbies, families with a busy lifestyle, first home buyers who could supplement their income with flatmates or investors, this property is a great option. Make sure you get to view, call us! bayleys.co.nz/4051327
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It's the lovely country location that makes this property so special. The home sits on the highest point of the land and enjoys views over the country side. Huge, old fruit trees dominate the landscape, still producing an abundance of fresh fruit, and large lawns provide plenty of scope for children to enjoy plus huge garaging options. bayleys.co.nz/4020356
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The 170sqm home has a mono pitched roof and modern design giving the residence instant street appeal. The three bedroom, two bathroom home is sunny and spacious with the living and dining area flowing seamlessly to the outside entertainment patio. With quality fixtures, fittings and floor coverings, heat pump, double glazing and full insulation there is so much to appreciate here. bayleys.co.nz/4051323
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Have you been looking for a property that is a good, manageable size but still has room to park the camper or caravan, close to the beach and town, has been well maintained and redecorated, and safe for children or pets. Then you need to take a look at this gem. This three bedroom, one bathroom home is solid, private and well secured nestled in a quiet culde-sac on the edge of town.
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Reflexology with Liz Van Beek
Thursday 6 June, 6.30-8pm
Hand, foot and ear reflexology, interactive demos, bring a rug. Cost: donation for a workbook to cover the cost of printing.
Living in a Yurt
Friday 7 June, 2pm-3pm
Hear about Kris Kolff’s experience of living in a Yurt. Affordable, sustainable and unique.
BookArt competition at Motueka & Takaka Libraries
4th- 28th June
Pick up your entry form and an old library book. Cut, rip, glue, collage, paint to make your wildest book altering artwork. 3 age categories, up to 12 yrs, 13-18 yrs, Adults. To be judged and Prizes to be won.
Garden Gurus
Monday 10th June 11am-12.30pm
Topic: Roses & what’s happening in your patch. Fruit trees and pruning.
Leisurely and sociable activities
Bring a friend and enjoy a game of Scrabble or Chess. “Name that! Person, place, thing” a game for word lovers. Have fun with a jigsaw in the library or take one home.
The 2018-19 race season was Ethan’s first proper race season which had many high placing races locally and nationally, he had two races that he represented MHS.
These were South Island Schools XC race, in Methven, where Ethan was placed second by a mere 0.4 of a second.
The other was the Tasman Secondary Schools race at Codgers where Ethan came first and took out the best overall for The MHS year 9s.
The Heart Foundation is sending a clear message to Tasman residents living with a heart condition – you are not alone.
The Foundation is holding two free information sessions for people living with a heart condition and their whanau, or support people, to understand ‘Medications for your Heart’.
These events will be held at Richmond’s Club Waimea, Queen Street, on Monday 10 June, from 7pm to 8.30pm and on Tuesday 18 June, from 10.30am to 12pm.
Local Pharmacist, Megan Peters, will lead the sessions.
“Medications for heart conditions are used to help reduce and repair damage as well as reduce future risk. It is important to know what the medications do and how to manage them, including knowing about possible side effects and interactions. The more you know about how to manage your medicine and your lifestyle, the better you’ll feel.”
“As medicines experts, your pharmacist plays an important role in helping you understand the medications you have been prescribed,” says Megan.
Heart Foundation
Nelson Marlborough Heart Health Advocate
Averil West says most people who’ve had a heart event, and their families, often have lots of questions around their medication.
“Often people are on a few different medications for their heart condition and the names and amounts can be changed over time so this opportunity to ask questions is very important,” she says.
New Zealand’s heart disease statistics are confronting, with more than 6,300 Kiwis dying of it every year, making it our country’s single biggest killer. More than 186,000 Kiwis are currently living with heart disease – that’s
one in 20 adults.
The Heart Foundation is New Zealand’s leading independent funder of heart research and, since 1968, has funded more than $70 million in research and specialist training for cardiologists. It also performs a wide range of activities to help support people living with heart disease and their families and provides educational programmes and campaigns that promote heart-healthy living.
You can register for either of these free sessions by contacting Averil West on 03 545 7112 or email averilw@heartfoundation. org.nz.
After being scammed out of nearly one thousand dollars, local Motueka retiree Grahame Atkins is warning others to keep an eye on their bank statements.
It was the purchase of model gear from a Chinese website that allowed scammers to source his credit card details.
“It’s funny it should happen to me as I’ve
never had a credit card in my whole life and only got one for a recent trip to Australia,” says Grahame.
While “pissed off” Grahame says he feels fortunate it was a relatively small amount, made even more tolerable by the news his bank says he may get most of it back.
“I just want to advise people to keep an eye
on accounts, that’s where I got caught out as I didn’t worry about it.”
*Do you know what
to do when you’ve been scammed? Head to www.consumerprotection.govt.nz for advice.
During this year’s ANZAC weekend nearly 50 descendants of the Huffam family reunited in Nelson and Motueka.
Widower Timothy Huffam arrived in Nelson during the April of 1869 with his four teenage sons. Their arrival coincided with the arrival of Queen Victoria’s son Prince Alfred commanding the HMS Galatea into Nelson on the first royal visit of New Zealand.
The Huffam boys recognised the ship from Cowes Roads, the shipping lane back in their home of the Isle of Wight, where Timothy had been Queen Victoria’s brewer, the family living in Cowes on the island near Osbourne House.
Timothy and his sons settled in Bark Bay, leasing 126 acres of land and living a self-sufficient lifestyle where Timothy remained for 30 years.
When the Huffam descendants revisited Bark Bay during ANZAC week-
end, it marked 150 years since the family first arrived in New Zealand onboard the barque Fanny.
Another highlight of the reunion was the viewing of a sailing ship model that the family donated to the Motueka Museum in January. The ship was originally built in 1899 by 11-year-old Jules Huffam who was later to become a WWI casualty, his name was recalled at the Richmond Memorial ANZAC service Roll of Honour on the morning of Thursday, 25 April.
Over the last 10 years, his nephew, 81-year-old Paul Huffam of Auckland, painstakingly restored the boat, spending nearly 2000 hours.
It was gifted to the museum prior to the reunion so that four generations of Huffam family members traveling from as far as California and Canberra could view it over the weekend.
On ANZAC day, another of their family members was
issued an ANZAC Commemorative Medallion by a member of the NZDF for the service of Walter Charles Huffam in Gallipoli. Walter died at sea exiting Gallipoli on the return to Alexandria in 1915 on April, 27. Valentine Julius Blake Huffam (Jules) and Walter Charles Huffam were
the two Huffams from the family to have lost their lives during the Great War of 19141918.
During the reunion family members were also able to view books in the care of the Motueka Historical Society which originally were bought by the Huffams from the Isle of Wight to Bark Bay.
Timothy ensured his sons were well-educated in the isolation of the bay with books on French, Italian, Latin, Greek, astronomy, boat-building, poetry, architecture and chemistry.
Reunion organiser Julia Foote says the five-day celebration was “fabulous and a great time had by all”.
In the Wellbeing Budget, the Government is delivering on our plan to address the long termchallenges facing New Zealand.
One of those challenges is family and sexual violence. New Zealand has one of the worst rates of family violence in the OECD. One million New Zealanders are affected by the trauma of family and sexual violence every year, including 300,000 children.
We can’t sit by and let this continue. We have to take action to support survivors, and help break the cycle in our community.
I’m proud that the Prime Minister has announced the largest investment ever into responding to and preventing family and sexual violence.
This package is first and foremost about supporting survivors and ensuring the immediate safety of victims and chil-
dren. It offers better victim support through expanding essential specialist sexual violence services including a 24/7 crisis helpline. It also includes supporting victims through the court process, increasing capabilities for victims to submit their statements via videolink, and providing specialist training to legal professionals on how to deal with family and sexual violence cases. We are moving towards fully funding services and reforming the criminal justice system to better respond to survivors of sexual violence. I’ll feel more comfortable knowing that people in desperate need can seek help and get
help. The package also invests in prevention through a range of programmes, right through from information campaigns, both for the public and for specialists, to targeted intervention programmes. Those programmes help to both prevent violence occurring in the first place, and also work with perpetrators to prevent further violence.
Women’s Refuge Chief Executive Dr Ang Jury supported these new moves to curb domestic and sexual violence, and says, “the money’s being spent in very sensible ways.”
Violence affects how children learn, it affects mental wellbe-
ing, and puts people in a constant state of “fight or flight”. It also increases the risk of suicide.
We know violence and poverty are linked. Our plan to help improve the wellbeing of New Zealanders will lift more families and children out of poverty.
Our Families Package means 384,000 families are better off by an average of $75 a week, our extension to paid parental leave gives parents more time in those vital first months with their babies, and our Winter Energy Payment is helping more than one million Kiwis stay warm each winter.
I’m proud to be part of Jacinda Ardern’s government – a government that is going to break the cycle of family and sexual violence. We will continue to tackle the longterm challenges, and to place the wellbeing of New Zealanders firmly at the heart of what we do.
Improving the safety of all road users is the focus of a new public consultation document on the issue of drug driver testing.
Plans for public consultation on options to improve the drug driver testing process have been announced by Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter and Minister of Police Stuart Nash.
Julie Anne Genter says, “While drug drivers already face serious criminal penalties if caught, the current law makes it hard for Police to carry out higher numbers of tests that could deter drug driving.
“And unlike with alcohol testing, drug testing comes with some unique challenges, which is why we want expert and public input into the design process. For example, unlike alcohol breath tests, drug tests can only detect the presence of drugs or medication. They cannot test if a driver is impaired.
“We know the public wants to be involved in
the development of legislation that will impact them. Consultation will ensure changes to the current system incorporate the needs and wishes of New Zealanders.
“A considered approach to developing enhanced drug driver testing will mean we can develop a robust testing system that’s grounded in evidence and best practice. We need to do this thoughtfully,” says Julie Anne.
“Irrespective of whether someone is impaired by alcohol, medication or recreational drugs, they shouldn’t be behind the wheel,” says Stuart Nash.
“Last year, 71 people were killed in crashes where a driver was found to have drugs or medication in their system which may have impaired their driving. That compares to 109 deaths where a driver was found to have alcohol in their system.
“We need to do more to stop dangerous drivers getting behind the wheel and enforcement on our roads is a key part of this. However Police cannot do this on their own. Every
one of us must challenge dangerous driving behaviours when we see them,” says Stuart. Consultation will take place over the next few weeks, concluding on Friday, 28 June. The Government will be looking to confirm its options at the end of this year.
The Government is looking for feedback on:
• the methods that could be used to screen and test for drugs
• the circumstances in which a driver should be tested
• what drugs should be tested for
• how an offence for drug driving should be dealt with by Police.
The consultation document is available on the Ministry of Transport website.
We’re building a new, larger library for Motueka to offer the community better access to library collections, activities and services. We want to know what you think of the preferred site, and the key design elements for the new library. Complete the survey and return it to Motueka Library or the Motueka Council service centre. You can nd more information about the project and complete the survey online by visiting tasman.govt.nz/feedback. Post surveys to: Motueka Library survey, Tasman District Council, PO Box 123, Motueka 7143.
Do you support the preferred site for a new library (between the i-SITE and Japanese Gardens in Decks Reserve)? Yes No
If yes, why do you support this site?
If no, why don’t you support this site?
The following list outlines the design brief developed with community members. Please select those you agree with (as many as you like).
An 1100m2 building that ts well with the surrounding environment
Connection with green space
Good indoor-outdoor ow
Re ect Motueka's heritage and diversity
A social space for meetings, activities, performance and art
Child and family-friendly
Good accessibility – ramps, lifts, as few steps as possible, buggy/wheelchair/mobility access
Connection with the mountains and river
Soft, natural light, blues and greens and good ventilation
A range of spaces for di erent activities – quiet space, research space, meeting rooms, areas for families, children and young people
A space for tourists to limit competition for space inside the library (perhaps an outdoor veranda)
A community meeting room and other small meeting rooms
Some means for providing refreshments, maybe a co ee cart concession
How well does the design brief outlined in the previous question reflect what you want from your library? (5 = extremely well, 1 = poorly)
Do you think anything is missing from the design brief? Yes No
If yes, what else would you like to see added?
Any other comments?
Hi all, Winter has arrived and with frosts in the mornings we will need to be aware of slippery roads and corners.
Each year we have several accidents caused by people not driving to the conditions
and letting ice catch them out.
Let’s all try and be extra careful. It is so easy to jump in your car and drive like normal on frosty days but the ice is treacherous.
Last week I was advising about wet weather coming and driving to the conditions – fortunately two people had a very
lucky escape when their vehicle lost control on a wet corner on the Marahau Hill and they went 30 metres down the bank! That could have ended very badly.
An unlocked car with keys in it was stolen from the Brown Acre Village on Parker St and it was dumped at Pokororo up the
Westbank road after being driven in mud and grass and being damaged.
Take care out there
S/Constable Grant Heney
Occurrences:
Burglary Gardner Valley Rd Mapua – red Suzuki quad bike and a compound sliding saw stolen.
Car stolen from Brown Acre Village Parker street. Found at Pokororo.
Accident Tudor Street. 47 yr old Mapua male charged with careless use and drink driving. Blew 747 limit 250. Licence suspended immediately.
Accident Marahau Hill. Two people went 30 metres down bank.
21 yr old Nelson male arrested for theft and obstruction – theft from roadside stall.
65 yr old Motueka male arrested for assault- family relationship.
30 yr old Nelson male disqualified driving. Car impounded.
Attend 2 mentally unwell incidents.
1 x family harm incident.
For more than 50 years Kindergartens in Motueka have been providing high-quality early childhood education with 100% trained and registered teachers for 2 – 6-year-olds. Over the years we have adapted to our community’s changing needs and we now offer hours that align with school hours as well as being open during term breaks.
We support children to become independent learners who have the essential skills, knowledge and dispositions to become valued members of the community…and to have fun! We believe every child is unique and deserves a secure, caring and stimulating environment supporting them to reach their fullest potential.
We acknowledge that parents/whanau have the greatest influence in a child’s life and we strive to have an active partnership between the children, whanau, kindergarten and the wider community.
As a not for profit organisation, ALL profits go towards your child’s education. This includes providing our kindergarten families with a free Speech Language Therapist, Social Worker, Kaiarahi Maori and Whanau Support Worker.
If you want to give your child the best possible preschool education, contact us now.
Our village becomes your village at Motueka Playcentre: fun and friendship for you and your children in endless experiences that last a lifetime.
Watch your child’s confidence grow as they explore and foster their imagination through play and interaction with other children aged 0-6. From building sandcastles to baking biscuits, painting to singing, working with wood to cutting shapes in playdough: every session will captivate your child and excite them. Learning experiences are available for children of all ages and stages.
Be involved with your child’s learning; play with them and alongside them. Encourage children to interact with others while you meet other parents and educators and become part of a fun, vibrant community where a sense of belonging is at the heart of everything we do.
Fees are free for children under two. Come for a visit any day of the week – there’s always something new and exciting happening at Playcentre!
Country kids is a community-owned ‘not for profit’ ECE Centre established in 1987 in Upper Moutere. Country Kids is committed to providing a safe, fun learning environment, taking advantage of its unique rural setting. We offer three different age and stage programmes that supports our whanau/family philosophy.
At Country kids we encourage and support our tamariki to explore different materials, concepts, the environment and ideas through play. Our experienced registered kaiako provide opportunities for the tamariki to learn at their own pace and in their own unique way.
We support children to develop their independence as they build on their self-help skills and social competence.
Our latest ERO Report from Feb 2019 states that we are “very well placed” to provide positive learning outcomes for children. This means we are in the top 15% of ECE centres in New Zealand.
We welcome families to visit our centre, meet the teaching team and see our programmes for themselves or on our website www.countrykids.org.nz or phone 035432819 for further enquiries.
Our centre is focused on creating a home away from home, to provide a nurturing environment for our children. Every child in our under 2 age group has a primary caregiver, building strong relationships from the very start.
We focus on nature-based learning, with a large outdoor space with plenty of real grass and pockets of play to explore. The centre has a boutique-style, arty feel, whilst being incredibly warm and welcoming – in years gone by it used to be a café/art gallery which has given the space real personality to build upon. We even have a gorgeous home-style fire place which is so cosy in the cool of winter.
Our philosophy is based on the Rie Pikler approach, where respect and relationships with each other, children and families is at the core of everything we do.
As well as our strong and passionate teaching team, the centre offers a strong transition to school programme, home cooked meals prepared from our kitchen, and flexible hours to accommodate the needs of our families.
We believe that when a team works so well together, with positive relationships between teachers, children and families, it forms the foundations of a great centre.
At the Motueka Early Learning Centre we view inclusiveness, kindness and respect as values that foster and support lifelong social skills.
Our philosophy includes a key teacher approach, whereby secure relationships based on attachment principles are fostered. Our interactions with all tamariki are respectful, warm, loving and fun filled. We focus on care rituals as highly valued, individualised opportunities to develop relationships. We aim to work collaboratively with our parents/whanau as we develop learning partnerships together.
We have a strong connection with our community and allow our children regular opportunities to experience what Motueka has to offer. Picnics at the parks and adventures into the local town support children to foster a sense of belonging within the community and wider world around them.
We believe in fostering a sense of wonderment about the natural and living worlds. That children should have opportunities and possibilities to tinker and explore at their own pace. Our tamariki are encouraged to work alongside each other. To wonder, explore and engage in imaginary play that takes them to places of delight, laughter and friendships.
“Ko te ahurei o te tamaiti arahia o tatou mahi - Let the uniqueness of the child guide our work”
Horizons Montessori is a locally owned and operated early childhood centre in the heart of Riwaka. The unique Montessori philosophy is interwoven with Te Whariki creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for our children. Children have a natural curiosity about their world and a desire to explore.
Our learning environments invite and encourage children to engage in experiences that support their need to know more about their world.
Our Kowhai Programme is designed for the I-can-do-it-myself two-yearold. The entire space is designed for our youngest children to fully and freely explore and engage in our unique Montessori environment. Children are supported to be independent and develop self-care and social skills while building learning foundations that children will build on in the future.
Our Pohutukawa programme offers our 3, 4 and 5-year-old explorers an endless array of materials to support them in developing concepts and theories they will use to make sense of their world. With a special focus on art, science, geography, language and numeracy, children are able to learn at their own pace and through their own interests, developing a life-long love of learning.
Poipoia te kakano Kia puawai - Nurture the seed and it will blossom.
If you haven’t already done so, come and wander up our forest path listening to the sound of birds singing, tamariki laughing and experience for yourself our beautiful, natural, welcoming, calming, nurturing, inspiring space.
Our small, handcrafted centre is child/nature focused emphasising learning through play. Our massive outdoor environment, small numbers and better that MoE required ratios makes us stand out. We have strong teaching practices that reflect our love of nature and respect for our children and our environment.
We support child based learning through play which studies have shown make our tamariki “happier, more self-reliant and better students for life”. Evidence from anthropology, psychology and history show us that free play is the primary means by which children learn to control their lives, solve problems, get along with their peers and become emotionally resilient.
We offer places for children from two to school age ready. Visit our website for heaps of photos and more information about fees, philosophy and our dedicated teaching team.
Ko te piko o te mahuri, ko tera te kupa o te rakau. The way in which the sapling is nurtured, determines how the tree will grow
A unique project is using the agri-food sector to help improve the literary skills of a boys’ English class in Motueka.
Motueka High School, which has 700 pupils, was looking for a way to inspire and engage a year10 English class of 15 boys.
David Highsted works with teachers to provide schools with agri-food focused learning resources and offered to help.
“A big part of my job at NZ Young Farmers is helping teachers weave the food and fibre sector into their subjects,” says David.
“Our resources are a way to inject real-world farming and food production into statistics classes or the science lab.”
David met with the school’s head of technology Peter Allan, who offered to share the learning modules among his teaching colleagues.
“The best thing about the units is their flexibility. They can be modified quite easily to suit the learning level of a class,” says Peter. The school’s English department was after a more practicalbased resource for the all-boys class of year10 students.
The resource was designed to teach
younger students about the importance of science and genetics in the red meat sector.
“We’ve altered it slightly and started teaching it this term. It will hopefully make English more relevant for the boys,” says Peter.
“I have lined up a highly-skilled local farmer who we plan to visit. It will keep the students engaged and expose them to the wide variety of career opportunities in the primary industries.”
“It can often be hard getting boys to develop a real interest in something and hopefully this will help achieve that.”
It’s not the only learning resource, which can be downloaded for free from the Agrication website, being used by Motueka High School.
Students in years 9-10 are studying a unit called Predicting Progeny and a year12 class is using a statistics resource.
The learning resources are funded by the Red Meat Profit Partnership (RMPP) and have been a hit with students.
The school also has a TeenAg club which recently visited a sheep and beef farm that has diversified into growing hops.
Builder
If you are planning any structural work to your home, such as knocking out a wall or making multiple changes to the structure of your home, you may need a qualified builder. Along with building construction, a builder’s job is to coordinate and manage the other trades that will be doing work in your home and make sure everything is done to code.
Your builder will be the one you speak to through out your renovation if there are any delays or problems, which is why it is so important to not only find a builder that is qualified but one that also is friendly and approachable.
Carpenter
Renovating your kitchen or bathroom can be a stressful time with multiple tradespeople working on top of each other, which is why it is so important to be organised and plan your attack with the right people by your side.
Compared to a kitchen or bathroom renovation, a living area or bedroom is usually a lot easier to renovate, as these rooms usually don’t require plumbing, tiling or cabinetmakers. But don’t let that scare you off.
If you can find the right people, a new kitchen or bathroom can do wonders for your home.
Many people associate carpenters with woodwork. The truth is that carpenters also work with steel and timber substitute materials as well. A major role of a carpenter is to create and erect structures, but carpenters can also lay flooring, install windows and build custom cabinetry for a kitchen.
Electrician
Doing your own electrical work and manipulating electrical wiring in your home is illegal in New Zealand as it is extremely dangerous, which is why you will always need to call an electrician.
Depending on how much you are renovating, electricians can do everything from running new wiring, to adding an extra power point. Speak to your builder and electrician before work commences as they may have some great tips to make your kitchen or bathroom more functional.
Plumber and gasfitter
If you are renovating or building a new kitchen or bathroom, plumbers are essential. There are a lot of rules and regulations about ‘wet areas’ and these guys are the experts. There is a difference between plumbers and gas plumbers, however.
General plumbers deal with the flow of water and are the ones to call to install a new kitchen sink, toilet or shower. Gasfitters are also plumbers, but who have specialised in the flow of gas, instead of water. These specialists are the ones who will install your new gas oven, gas hot water system and run any piping.
A kitchen or bathroom renovation can be chaos, with plumbers, electricians and cabinetmakers all on the go (sometimes at once). One tradie you will need is a tiler, but these guys won’t be rushing.
Tiling is a very time-consuming and millimetre-perfect task that requires precision. Just watch any renovation show and you’ll see the benefits of having a good tiler at work. The best way to find a good tiler is through recommendations by asking around and checking online
Similar to tilers, glaziers are very precise and cautious. Glaziers cut and install glass that you may need for a shower screen in your bathroom or splashback in your kitchen. Considering some types of glass can cost hundreds of dollars for each square meter, your glazier will want to make sure they get it right the first time.
Bathrooms are no longer just the place to take shower or your regular morning rituals. Their roles have extended beyond the traditional functions. The bathroom renovation specialists are now suggesting incorporating features that not only make a statement but also make you feel relaxed and rejuvenated.
From experimenting with new colours to adding metallic faucets to embracing technology, here are some bathroom remodelling trends that have swept homeowners off their feet.
Focal Point
If you’re renovating your bathroom and incorporate the latest trends into it, you might want to add some focal points. The reasoning behind having a focal point in your bathroom is to unify several elements and create a point of interest. The focal point will drive all the attention, allowing your minimalist decor to become more prominent.
When it comes to creating a focal point in your bathroom, you could choose from several ideas: freestanding bathtub, vanity, large mirror, shower feature wall, fireplace and a large window with a view.
Heated Floors
Heated floors are a great addition and an enduring trend among homeowners, especially those who live in a particularly cold climate. Heating the area around the toilet is a great necessity as it keeps your feet warm. If you have a small bathroom, heated floors bring a sense of luxury that makes your bathroom feel like a private spa.
Subway Tiles
Rectangular and brick-like polished ceramic subway tiles are available in many colours and they complement a wide range of bathroom styles, whether it’s traditional or transitional.
Gone are the days when cold chrome and stainless steel were in vogue. Today, homeowners want to incorporate warmth into their bathroom by adding trendy metals such as copper, bronze, brass and even gold!
Brushed nickel and oil-rubbed bronze fixtures are particularly trendy these days.
Many homeowners have already invested in smart bedrooms and kitchens. But, technology is gradually invading the bathroom as well, and for good reasons.
From improving hygienic to conserving water, smart bathrooms can boost efficiency and make your life easier. Smart mirrors, digital showers, high-tech faucets and automatic flush systems, bathroom tech luxuries are increasingly becoming a reality in many homes.
Design trends continue to revolve around colour. Colour options range from the deep, saturated tones of ruby, emerald and sapphire to a soft and delicate palette of pastels. Colour can be used on everything including cabinetry, walls even including the “fifth wall,” or ceiling.
In today’s stressful work life, bathrooms have become the perfect place to unwind and distress. Zen-inspired bathroom decor is becoming a popular trend among homeowners that want to relish a long, warm bath. With the understated, nature-inspired colours, Zen-like designs let you relax your mind and rejuvenate your body.
What are the top advantages of hiring local tradesperson?
The greatest advantage is being able to ask people you trust in your community about their experience with local tradespeople. More often than not, you will find someone you know and trust that can tell you about the quality of services that a particular tradesperson can offer you. Knowing such important information can ultimately affect the overall value that you will enjoy with your investment.
Another fantastic advantage of going local is the ease of access to their office and services. You will find peace of mind about the decision you are about to make if you are able to visit the office or work site of the tradesperson you plan on hiring. When it comes to their services, it is always a huge advantage. Especially during times when you find yourself in need of their services in an urgent way.
You’ll also find local tradespeople often offer very reasonable and friendly prices. As well there is a huge possibility that you actually know these individuals personally. That said, there’s a good chance of getting even friendlier prices for their services.
When you engage a local tradesperson it will provide you with a better insight when it comes to making the best possible decision for your needs as a consumer.
It’s a comeback of epic proportions that Motueka golfer Jud Kenning achieved when he reclaimed the title of senior club champion on Saturday, 11 May at the Motueka Golf Club.
“I was pretty impressed to be honest and a bit shellshocked actually,” says Jud.
It was 35 years ago, in 1984, when Jud, back then an active golfer and regular tournament competitor, originally took the title.
Growing up next to the local golf course Jud and his siblings would make the most of living so handy to the greens, and didn’t let the absence of gear get in their way.
“We’d sneak down there in the afternoons until we got chased off by the green-keepers. We used a tobacco stick back then and a piece of pipe as a club head.”
As a teenager Jud played for the Nelson representative side, continuing to play competitively until he hit thirty and went deep-sea fishing, that took him to waters off Argentina, Spain, Portugal and all around the Southern Ocean.
“That was the end of
and it’s thanks to that really, it got me going again,” he says. “I love the exercise aspect of it, it’s great for stretching out the back.”
Suffering a 7metre fall in 1997 through a roof damaged Jud’s back and compressed his neck and spine. He still has issues, but thanks to local massage therapist Rachel Weale he’s able to put them aside to enjoy his beloved game.
“The club’s in really good hands at the moment and in good spirits.
my golf really, because I’d always be away.”
After a lengthy career at sea, Jud is now a maintenance worker at New World and says it’s because of his land-based job, only fishing for pleasure these days, he revisited golf.
“I play with the regular Friday club now
“There are good people running it. It’s friendly and the greenkeepers are both golfers so they have it immaculate. Golfers from outside the district come in awe of the course’s condition.”
Jud says he’ll definitely defend the title next year and hopes some of his old golfing mates will revisit the sport too.
The inaugural Nelson Airport K2M Multisport event that took place on Saturday, 25 May has been hailed a resounding success by all involved.
“It went really really well and totally exceeded expectations,” says event owner, John McIntyre. “The weather was perfect, we couldn’t have ordered any better.”
An impressive 744 competitors crossed the finish line in Mapua, and with nearly 50 withdrawals the event came close to its 800 competitor capacity. International entries from USA, Brazil and Australia competed alongside
a field comprised of 65% female athletes with 50% of total competitors coming from out-of-town.
“The number of outof-towners was very pleasing, on average they each bring a person so effectively the event brought 700 people to the area,” says John.
The largest of the events saw 196 cyclists tackle the full-marathon course, followed by 176 competitors in the halfmarathon, and the 10km run also proved popular.
The multiple events set off at various times with all events finishing at Mapua Wharf where Jazz bands entertained the crowds before a prize-giving
took place at 5pm. John says competitors’ feedback has been appreciated and their use this year of plastic event bags will be swapped for a different type of recyclable bag next year. “We’re looking ahead to next year already and plan on setting a date as soon as possible. We’ll make a few tweaks to the course and event categories and are looking at adding another sport,” says John. With the local and national summer event calendar “already full to over-flowing”, John says it’ll remain as a shoulder season event with the date remaining in May.
The first day of winter certainly lived up to its name with snow on the hills and a cold and quite damp golf course.
The conditions certainly influenced the scores. The Mug Medal was won by Geoff Park in a putt off. The winning score of a Nett 70 was certainly the highest score to win the Monthly Mug Medal in some considerable time. Other winners were;
A Grade
1st Andy Tasker 70
2nd Jud Kenning 73
3rd Ralph Meikle 74.
B Grade
1st Andy Chew 71
2nd Stu Dixon 72
3rd John Hills 73
C Grade
1st David Thomas 73
2nd Stan Patching 73
3rd Graham Shaw 74
D Grade
1st Maurice Collins 74
2nd Richard Deighton 76
3rd Bryan Hall 76
Twos were scored by John Frater and Stu Dixon. Bay Pharmacy Hidden Holes; Allan Barbara and Geoff Park
The Ladies played an Irish Stableford
This was won by Sandra Lepine with 70 points
At the Tasman Small-bore Rifle Club night on May, 20 the following scores were achieved:
Ruby
East/West
2nd Betsy
65 3rd Jan Overall 60
Motueka adventure racer Brent Steinmetz says the announcement of GODZone heading to the North Island’s Rotorua for the 2020 event is “exciting”.
“We’ll definitely have to have a team from here involved, it’s definitely on the cards for team Penati GO,” says Brent.
Event Director Warren Bates says the Rotorua region is a highly-anticipated location and they’re “especially pleased” to be taking the world’s largest expedition adventure race there.
“Chapter 9 will be held from the 19 to the 28 November 2020 and is expected to be one of the largest multiday adventure racing events ever held in New Zealand.”
Each year GODZone brings hundreds of adventure competitors from around the world together to take on the challenge of racing through New Zealand’s spectacu-
lar wilderness areas. Warren says Rotorua is proving to be a major drawcard.
“The interest generated around GODZone since we announced the location has been unprecedented and high profile adventure racing teams are champing at the bit to explore this fascinating region.”
“And what an adventure they are going to have. The terrain is wild in places and lends itself to an epic course that will test the navigator’s skills whilst delivering breath-taking scenery and solitude.”
GODZone Chapter 9 is pipped to be one of the longest in the event’s nine year history. “A combination of these factors have inspired us to deliver an Ultimate Edition of GODZone for Rotorua. This translates to a longer race duration, with the course open for 8 and a half days, meaning the teams will face some tough chal-
lenges to get to the finish. It will be another Chapter guaranteed to live long in the memory.”
GODZone is considered a bucket list event for many adventure racing teams the world over and each year limited team spots sell out rapidly.
In 2019 a new team category Prime was introduced alongside the Pure (full length) and Pursuit (shorter format) racing options. Warren says he expects entries will be hotly contested and places will be limited.
“Chapter 9 race spots will open on the 1st September 2019. All the details on team entry will be unveiled in July on the official GODZone website. This Ultimate Edition of GODZone is going to be very special and a unique first time adventure into the volcanic wonders of the North Island. Rotorua is going to deliver something truly epic. Don’t miss out.”
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SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS MOTUEKA
If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz
MONTHLY CARERS SUPPORT GROUP
For Partners / Family / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer, or recovering from cancer. Come and meet others and discuss what you would find helpful from this group. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
BREASTCANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details
MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION
For people affected by and/or supporting someone with cancer. Tuesdays 1pm Fairfield House $3 donation to Cancer Society phone 539 1137
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
BLOODCANCER SUPPORTGROUP
Meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 2636 or Lloyd 544 2636
COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
BOOMERANG BAGS MOTUEKA
Sewing bees take place every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month at MoTEC (9 Pah Street - side door) between 1 and 3 pm. All skill levels welcome. More information from 027 528 4563
DOYOUHAVE A DRINKINGPROBLEM?
Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.
KATRINA ANDERSON, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30-12.
MOTUEKAAIKIDO
Children, Teenagers and Adults classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 021 205 0143
MOTUEKA CAMERA CLUB
Meets 1st Monday of month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz
MOTUEKA RED CROSS IN COMMUNITY HOUSE
Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.
MOTUEKA TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER CLUB
Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details
SOCIAL BOWLS
Every Monday & Wednesday 1:15pm - 3pm. Motueka Senior Citizens, 10 Pah St, Motueka. Come along and have some fun. Phone Terry 528 7104 for more info.
MOTUEKANEWCOMERS
New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 5284531.
FUN, FITNESS AND FRIENDSHIP
Leisure Marching. Motueka Veteranettes. Join us for practices, coffee and occasional travel. Contacts Carole 528 9048 or 027 325 1968 / Betty 528 6901 or 021 120 9248.
MOTUEKA COMMUNITY HOUSEMEETING ROOM AVAILABLE FOR HIRE for small group meetings – very reasonable rates. Please contact Rae or Gaile on 03 528 0404 or drop in and see us Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm.
TEA & TALK FOR THOSE AGED 65+
Morning tea is provided. Every Wednesdays at The Shed, 24a Tudor Street, Motueka and every second Wednesday in the Anglican Parish Hall, 42 Commercial Street, Takaka, from 10am to 11.30am.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES
Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.
MOTUEKA COMMUNITY GARDENS
Are you interested in having a plot, or helping with the community ones? We are located opposite Motueka recreation center, call in Friday or Saturday mornings, or ph 020 40912555.
COMMUNITYHOUSE FREEMENOPAUSE EVENINGTUESDAY 18TH JUNE 6.30PM
Information evening with women presenters: Dr Heidi Meyer, Helen Mayhew - Naturopath and Sharon Wilson – Physiotherapist. Please phone Rae or Gaile at Community House 03528 0404 for catering purposes.
MOTUEKAREBUS CLUB
This month’s Coffee and Chat at Riverside Cafe Friday June 7th at 2.00 pm. All welcome.
NELSONRAILWAY
Founders Park. The Railcar will be running this Saturday and Sunday between 11am and 4pm, weather permitting. Adults $6 Children $4.
MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS 10 PAH ST
RUMMIKUB every Thursday 1-4 pm Contact Dylis 5288960. ACTIVITIES AFTERNOON Friday 14th JUNE 1-3.30pm Contact Mavis 5268796. HOUSIE Friday 21st JUNE Contact Ethel 2587707. Come along you will be made welcome.
NELSON CAMERA CLUB
meets 2nd and 4th Mondays 7/30 pm Netball Pavilion, upstairs Saxton Road, Stoke. We welcome all photographers from beginners to experienced. Contact 021 2360 847. www.nelsoncameraclub. co.nz
STORY BRIDGE PERFORMANCE
a Theatrical story telling performance of true stories told by members of the Motueka community. Saturday, June 8th, 7:30pm at the Chanel Arts Centre. Family friendly. koha.
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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 9am4pm).
carpet cleaning
TA S MAN Carpet
Cleaning - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.
for sale
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.
JUNE 8th from 9am
11 Pethybridge Street. Household goods, clothing, jigsaw puzzles, bicycle, bed quilt.
HOUSE Cleaner available, Fridays only, Motueka area. I will clean your bathroom, toilet, vacuum and dust your home. $50. Cleaning agents supplied. Quality assured. Please txt only and I will call you back asap. 021 257 5234.
KAHN BLACK or anyone knowing his where abouts please call TASMAN STORAGE 528-0071
situations vacant storage stump grinding
HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras. Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.
STORAG E Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.
STUMP Grinding, tree felling. Stumps ground to mulch for ready gardening. Ph: Andrew 021 081 82 123, AH (03) 553 0633.
church services wanted
TASMAN Storage units available from $5.90pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Phone 528 0071.
If you know of individuals or groups that you think deserve recognition for all their hard work, you can nominate them for an Outstanding Community Service Award. Without fuss or fanfare, these are the people who undertake good work on behalf of neighbours, friends, schools, clubs, churches and service organisations, and make our community an awesome place to live. The Outstanding Community Service Awards allow us to formally acknowledge individuals who have volunteered on behalf of their communities for 20 years or more. Nominees must be residents of Tasman District. Find out more: Nomination forms and criteria are available at tasman.govt.nz/link/outstanding. Nominations close on 30 June 2019.
Tasman District Council seeks your view on the amended draft of the Public Water Supply Bylaw 2016. The proposed amendments to the bylaw are now available for consultation in accordance with Section 83 of the Local Government Act 2002. Any person or organisation is welcome to make a submission on the proposed Bylaw. The Council will consider all submissions made when it decides on the nal Bylaw.
A statement of proposal, the amended draft bylaw, a summary of information, and a supporting consultation document is available for viewing on the Council’s website tasman.govt.nz and at the following Council o ces and libraries during normal opening hours:
Tasman District Council o ces
• Golden Bay O ce: 78 Commercial Street, Takaka 7142
• Motueka O ce: 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka 7143
Murchison O ce: 92 Fairfax Street, Murchison 7007
• Richmond O ce: 189 Queen Street, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050
Tasman District Council libraries
• Motueka Public Library: 12 Pah Street, Motueka 7120
Murchison Public Library: 92 Fairfax Street, Murchison 7007
• Richmond Library: 280 Queen Street, Private Bag 3, Richmond 7050
• Takaka Memorial Library: 3 Junction Street, Takaka 7110
Submissions close at 4.00 pm on 5 July 2019.
Elections for Tasman’s mayor, councillors, Community Board members and Nelson/ Marlborough District Health Board members will be held in October this year.
Thinking of becoming a candidate? Candidate nominations open on 19 July and close on 16 August 2019. To stand for Council, you must be a New Zealand citizen aged over 18 enrolled on the electoral roll. Find out more: For more information head online to tasman.govt.nz/link/elections.
The deadline for applications for a rates rebate for the 2018/2019 rating year is 30 June 2019. Rebates are based on your household income, the amount of your rates, and the number of dependents you have. You can estimate if you’re eligible for a rebate using your income for the year ending 31 March 2018 at dia.govt.nz – search phrase ‘rates rebate’. Application forms and more information available at Council o ces or online at tasman.govt.nz.
We’re always looking for ways to improve our Council newsletter Newsline. Help us by completing a survey and you could win one of ve family passes to the Richmond Aquatic Centre or a cafe voucher to a local cafe. Head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback for a link to the survey. The survey closes on 14 June 2019.
Survey open 4 June – 25 June.
We're building a new, larger library for Motueka to give users greater access to library collections, activities and services. We have looked into a few options for the redevelopment, and consulted with the community. That has helped us identify a preferred site for the new library, between the iSite and Japanese Gardens in Decks Reserve.
We want to know what you think of this site before making a nal decision.
You can nd more information and complete the survey online at tasman.govt.nz/feedback, or ll in the survey form in this issue of the Motueka Guardian. Hard copies are also available at Motueka Library and the Motueka Council service centre.
Come and join us at a community planting day on the Waimea Inlet.
• Sunday 9 June, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Manuka Island. Follow sign to Manuka Island from Redwood Road. Sunday 16 June, 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Bronte Peninsula North. Park on Cardno Way (o Bronte Road East). Please bring gloves, spade and drinking water. Wear solid footwear and clothes suitable for the weather conditions. Morning tea will be provided (co ee courtesy of Pomeroy’s).
Battle for the Banded Rail is a Waimea Inlet Forum project working with local communities. For more information, email bandedrail@gmail.com or phone Kathryn on 544 4537.
Dominion Flats reserve public planting days
9 June, 9.00 am – 12.00 pm, rain or shine. Meet at the Mapua Drive entrance. Wear suitable clothes and gumboots, gardening gloves. Morning tea provided. Contact Helen Bibby on 027 459 3989.
Find details for all our current consultations at www.tasman.govt.nz/feedback.
The Government has placed a focus on reducing serious injuries and deaths associated with crashes on our roads, not only by investing in road safety improvements but also by ensuring ‘safe and appropriate’ travel speeds. The ‘safe and appropriate’ speed will vary for di erent types of roads, depending on their main use and characteristics. The Nelson City and Tasman District councils are reviewing the current speed limits in place across our region. For speed limits to be e ective, they need to be underpinned by community support and understanding –so we need your feedback.
Fill in the survey
An online survey is open until Friday 14 June 2019. This is your chance to let us know the speeds you think are safe and appropriate on our di erent road types. Head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback to complete the survey. Paper copies are available at Tasman District Council o ces and libraries.
Consultation closes on 12 July 2019.
Consultation is now open on proposed changes to the rules for boat moorings and other coastal structures in Tasman District.
The rule review will lead to changes to the provisions for moorings in the Tasman Resource Management Plan, and the introduction of a new bylaw.
Have your say: Head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback for more information and to make a submission.
Information is also available at Council o ces and libraries.
Current applications for alcohol licences, including information on how to object, are advertised on our website.
Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.
Golden Bay Community Board Collingwood Fire Station, Elizabeth Street, Collingwood.
Tuesday, 11 June, 9.30 am. Public forum
Community Development Committee
Thursday, 13 June, 9.30 am. Public forum
Audit and Risk Committee
Friday 14 June, 1.30 pm. Public forum
Motueka Community Board
Motueka Service Centre, 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka.
Tuesday 18 June, 4.00 pm. Public forum
It’s a blur of motion as skaters’ race up and down the rink at Motueka’s Recreation Centre during another of the roller hockey club’s training sessions.
The sport has been played locally since 1986 but since the club dissolved last year, a few key members have set about reviving it and now they’re calling on more skaters to join them.
With members from 7-years to 50-plus; coach, club president and player Ben Mister says all skaters are welcome.
“Roller skaters suit it better because of their manoeuvrability but online skaters are not exempt, just come and have fun,” says Ben. “It’s just like any team sport, you get to get out there and have fun with friends. I really enjoy anything that’s skating, it’s good for coordination, balance and fitness.”
The club’s keen to expand their senior team alongside their youth side which is comprised of players’ 14-years and under.
Fielding a senior and junior Motueka team over Easter for a tournament in Wanganui, both achieved third place in their respective grades.
With seven active clubs nationwide and Wellington also undergoing a rejuvenation period, Motueka club members are hoping the sport’s popularity continues to rise locally once again.
“It helps build up a wide-range of skills that enable you to just get out there and have fun.”
While technically it’s a noncontact sport, a certain amount is inevitable they say and youths must wear mouth guards.
A few local players have made
national sides over the years with current club member Lila Scholes first representing New Zealand last year and aiming for selection in the national under21 mixed team for the TransTasman clash next Easter.
“It’s a fun sport, it makes me
happy, it’s also the enjoyment of being able to hit the ball,” says Lila.
With a need for goalies and an aim to attract any interested skaters, particularly of the older age bracket, anybody interested can head along to their regular train-
ings on Monday evenings from 5.30pm-7pm. Cost is $5 casual or $30 for a term. No skates? No problem! Skates are available for hire from the Rec Centre for $3. The Roller Hockey Club would also like to extend an invitation to any potential sponsors.
