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Henry learns to walk again Jenny Nicholson As numbness spread through his limbs, Henry Lotter knew something was very wrong.

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On 5 July, he started building a deck at his Redwood Valley property and felt fine. But after a shower on Sunday night, he thought he hadn’t dried off properly

because the back of his legs felt cold. Then, he woke up at 2am with numb fingers. He went back to sleep thinking he had slept on his arm and Continued on Page 5.

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Local e-bike injuries have spiked seven-fold in the last five years as the popularity of the mode of transport increases, particularly in the 55 to 75 years age group. From 2017-2021, ACC claims in the Nelson Tasman region for ebike injuries went from less than 10 to 78. Nationally, there were about 970 new claims with more than 58 per cent of these coming from the 55-75 age group. However, those stats didn’t deter Jeanette Sice from recently upgrading to an e-bike. “E-bikes are marvellous. You can go further without being tired,” she says. “There’s no head wind and no hills. But they do handle differently.” While Jeanette rode frequently before she bought her e-bike, many others are purchasing ebikes having not been on a bike for years. Wheel Woman owner Emma Bawtree, who runs introductory lessons for new e-bike users, thinks it’s fantastic that people are using e-bikes. However, she says new riders need to know they are different from bikes of the past. She says it isn’t just those who haven’t been on a bike for years that can benefit

from lessons. “Bikes have changed a lot, and these have a motor and are heavy,” she says. “There is a need for more skills to manage the bike.” Emma says balance and body position are important and suggests people to start on a flat open area when they first ride an e-bike. She encourages people to be competent with basic bike safety, braking and controlling gears before attempting to ride on trails. With an increasing number of e-bikes on our roads and cycle trails, the Tasman District Council (TDC) is looking to partner with Nelson City Council and local cycle retailers to offer lessons for new users. “With the sheer numbers, complexity of some of the systems, and bikes different in their own way, we are working on offering lessons to those who want it,” says TDC communications and change manager Chris Choat. My Ride Richmond owner Mike Anderson says there are many older people buying e-bikes and there are some who haven’t ridden for 30 years. He says that an e-bike is a good way for people to get active but agrees there is a place for lessons.

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Local e-bike injuries spike from PAGE 1 Habit Health Physiotherapist Jade Nott says it’s great to have more people out there on bikes, but there is a risk with e-bikes if people don’t know how to operate them. The majority of people she has seen with e-bike injuries

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A Nelson judge says she has not seen a drink driving history “this bad in years” after a Hope woman drove seven times over the legal limit. Sacha Julie Frances L’Estrange, 36, pleaded guilty to charges of driving with excess blood alcohol in Nelson District Court on Monday. According to the police summary of facts, L’Estrange pulled out of her car park in Sundial Square, Richmond at about 6.20pm Friday, 13 August. Police saw L’Estrange driving

slowly and side-swiping a parked van next to her. When L’Estrange saw the police, she reversed back into the carpark. Police approached and noted she exhibited signs of recent alcohol intake. A breath test showed L’Estrange’s breath alcohol was at 1704mcg per litre of breath, nearly seven times over the legal limit. L’Estrange admitted to police to having drinks at The Stables Tavern & Restaurant when she attempted to drive home with her partner. Her drink driving history includes convictions from 2017, 2019 and another drink driving charge that took place only

a week after the Sundial Square incident. Judge Jo Rielly highlighted L’Estrange’s “extraordinarily high” readings in court on Monday, telling the defendant she was at an “extremely high” risk of imprisonment. “I haven’t seen a driving history this bad for years,” Judge Rielly said. L’Estrange will partake in a month-long rehabilitation which Judge Rielly said will be crucial to the outcome of her sentencing. “I want to encourage you to do the rehabilitation, if you successfully complete it that will have a significant impact on sentencing.” L’Estrange is due to appear for sentencing 7 December.

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Nelson Marlborough Health is scrambling to fill roles as international candidates are having to wait up to 12 months to come into the country in a backlog that could affect the system for years to come. Border restrictions have highlighted the dependence that Nelson Marlborough Health has on staff from overseas. “I don’t think any of us realised how important staff from overseas are to keeping things going,” says health board chief executive Lexie O’Shea. Visa restrictions and the unavailability of space in MIQ have meant start dates for those employed by the health board can be up to 12 months from the date of appointment. Nelson Marlborough Health chair Jenny Black has joined other South Island chairs to raise concerns with the Minister of Health regarding the role of immigration in recruiting international candidates. There is uncertainty over whether health board staff will go on the exemption list, but they are hoping there will be some movement for the health force.

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Border restrictions are making it hard for Nelson Marlborough Health to get workers into the country. Photo: File. The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists executive director, Sarah Dalton, says New Zealand is among the countries most reliant on overseas trained doctors anywhere in the OECD. “More than 40 per cent of our senior medical workforce trained in another part of the world and then chose to work in New Zealand,” she says. Lexie says human resource is one of the challenges with moving ahead with elective work. “The same team manages the acute and elective areas.” Those operating in private facilities are also the same staff working at the hospital. Lexie says that cumulative ef-

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It’s been more than a decade since Taryn Beattie tried to take her own life. “When I decided to act, I didn’t want to talk to anyone,” she says. “I was happy I had made that decision and I was leaving my family unburdened. I was doing them a favour.” However, it is only in the past few months that she has felt comfortable enough to ask for help. Now she is helping spearhead a major fundraising campaign for youth mental health services with Mike King’s I Am Hope programme. This includes next year’s MET for Mental Health Gala which has already raised more than $100,000 and Gumboot Friday which will take place on November 5. It took a second national lockdown for Taryn, who was living alone and running a business, to reach out for support. “I called a friend and told her I don’t feel safe in my brain, and I asked her to move in.” It had been a long journey

NEWS Cycle trail gets funding: The Tasman Great Taste Trail will receive almost $80,000 of government funding to help repair parts of it that were damaged by flooding in July. Extreme weather caused washouts along the trail in Kaiteriteri, Hoult Valley, Quail Valley, and Tunnel Rd. Sections of the trail in Kaiteriteri, Wakefield, and around Spooners Tunnel still needed to be repaired. The funding was part of $650,000 from the Government’s NZ Cycle Trails Fund to repair four of New Zealand’s major cycle tracks that were damaged this winter.

Taryn Beattie is an advocate for improved youth mental health services after years facing the problem first-hand. Photo: Supplied. for Taryn before willing her- out when they are feeling the other side of that, they self to pick up the phone. suicidal, they need help long ask and then they might get “It’s a rollercoaster, a con- before that.” the ‘man up.’ She says as a stant battle but now I am Taryn has recently been try- society we need to address able to be quite open about ing to find help for a friend the issue by educating and it and ask for help if I need having thoughts of ending empowering youth. it from my friends or whoev- their life. “We need to get it into er.” Taryn says Covid-19 has “They can’t get appoint- schools, get help accessible been incredibly detrimental ments for six weeks and eve- and have the finances availto the country’s collective ry psychiatrist is unavailable able for resources.” well-being. until January, that’s an issue.” To join the ‘Gumboot Army’ She says the services avail- Taryn says even in 2021, go to www.gumbootfriday. able to those in the deepest there is still a serious stigma org.nz/volunteers grips of depression are inad- attached to mental health. To donate auction items for equate. “A lot of people are embar- the Gala email taryn@hub “People often don’t reach rassed to ask for help or on bersflooring.co.nz

Kapa Haka competition cancelled: Set to be hosted in Whakatū for the first time, the National Primary Schools Kapa Haka Competition Te Mana Kuratahi has had to be cancelled. Te Mana Kuratahi had warned that if, at any time, any region outside of Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland) was to move up to Level 3 or higher then the competition would have to be cancelled. With the cancellation of this year’s Te Mana Kuratahi, a new round of Regional qualifying competitions will take place in 2022 and Te Mana Kuratahi will be hosted in Te Tauihu (Top of the South) in 2023. Crime down in Tasman up in Nelson: Crime in the Tasman region was down nearly 30 per cent in August compared to July. Police statistics showed a drop in assaults, burglary and theft. There was only one robbery. Robbery is defined as when someone steals something from you using force or by threatening you. Nelson saw an overall increase in crime, mostly due to a nearly 60 per cent increase in theft.

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Henry learns to walk again after rare syndrome from PAGE 1 just had pins and needles. By 6am, his toes had pins and needles too. When one of his feet was dragging at 10am, he drove to the doctor. With medical staff not being able to see him until Wednesday, he went to the Emergency Department. But after myriad tests, the doctors couldn’t find a cause for his issues, and he was sent home. That night he woke up. His arms felt icy. He was back to the hospital and tests revealed he had suffered a heart attack. But, because he was put on blood thinners, they couldn’t do a lumbar puncture to help diagnose him. Then he was seen by a doctor who had seen similar symptoms before, and she diagnosed him with Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) - a rare disorder where the body’s immune system attacks the nerves. Only about 1 in 100,000 people are affected. “By Tuesday afternoon I was paralysed,” Henry says. “It crept up my legs until I was left paralysed from the waist down.” He and his wife Sarah were given the diagnosis and told that he would get worse until he plateaued, and then recov-

Henry Lotter went from fit and healthy to being paralysed within a few days. Photo: Jenny Nicholson. ery would start. And that the heart attack was due to the syndrome. Starting with weakness and tingling in extremities, GBS can eventually paralyse the whole body. “The fear was how long was this going to take,” says Henry. Sarah says he went downhill quickly. Every day she would drive into the hospital wondering what she would find when she got there.

“They tell you it will get worse until it doesn’t, but you don’t know where the bottom is.” She says it was the scariest time of her life. Henry couldn’t lift his phone or push the button to call a nurse. His face was numb and expressionless. He needed feeding and help with toileting and showering. Because Henry was diagnosed early and started on plasma to calm his immune system

down, the GBS didn’t progress as far as it does in some other patients. He plateaued after three weeks, and he moved to the recovery phase which included learning to walk again. “I kept thinking that ‘I had done this for so many years so why couldn’t I walk?’” Although he was told that walking again could be a 6-month journey, his progress was evident every day and less than a month later he walked out of the hospital. It’s still not clear what caused his GBS, which can come about from things as diverse as food poisoning to the flu. Henry credits his rapid recovery to the quick diagnosis, his faith and having been fit before he got ill. It has been hard for Henry to accept he isn’t as strong and fast as he had been all his life. He was South African gymnastics champion in his teens, and later went on to serve in the special forces. He has a home gym where he would do cross-fit each day. He’s now exercising every day and started back at work on Monday. He says the journey has been life-changing. “Smaller things mean more to me now.”

‘Walk with Us’ charity auction heats up Jo Kent The Walk For Us charity auction fundraiser is just around the corner and there are still some tickets available for the event on 9 November. The charity’s mission is to provide free school and sports footwear to children in need aged between 5 and 13 years old in the Nelson Tasman region. With big-ticket items like helicopter rides, tugboat tours and a stay on D’Urville Island, there is plenty to keep bidders happy as well as other smaller items in the silent auction running throughout the evening. Tickets cost $25 and include Kiwi food, and special guest speaker, ex-All Black Wyatt Crockett. Discover NZ Motorhome Rentals Ltd has donated a week’s family campervan hire, worth $1800, to the cause. Owner Tony Terrell says there has never been a better time to travel around the country. “We love the Walk With Us charity as it really does provide for those who need help in the school community. If we can raise funds by donating a week’s hire in one of our luxury campervans, then all the better.” Tickets cost $25, or tables $250 for 10. Tickets limited to 180 spaces. To buy yours or to donate new goods or services, email walkwithusnz@gmail.co.nz or call Anne Marie on 027 544 8255, or Helen on 027 561 5973.

Road closures and night works for SH60 Motueka On 10 October work will start on installing the pedestrian signals at the existing zebra crossing on High Street (located north of Wallace Street), and the right-hand turn lane into Wallace Street. This work will involve road closures for Wallace Street during the day and night, and a night-time road closure for a section of High Street. Detours will be in place.

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Day and Night Road Closure For approximately five weeks from Monday 11 October, the entry off High Street into Wallace Street will be closed, with a detour in place. People will need to use the detour around Greenwood Street, Wilkinson Street and Tudor Street. High Street will remain open during the day.

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Night Road Closure From Sunday 10 October a section of High Street will be closed during the night from the Greenwood Street, Pah Street and High Street intersection to the Tudor Street and High Street intersection. This night-time road closure will be for two weeks, with our teams on the job between 6pm and 4am from Sunday through to Thursday nights. The following detours will be in place: • Normal ‘light’ vehicles can use the above detour for the Wallace Street closure (around Greenwood Street, Wilkinson Street and Tudor Street). • Heavier vehicles must use a longer diversion through Pah Street, Queen Victoria Street and King Edward Street.

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Mauī John Mitchell will be remembered as a loving family man and generous historian whose approach to life touched the lives many through the region. John, of Ngāti Tama, Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Toa, and Taranaki Tūturu descent, died on September 23 after suffering from lymphoma for the past 12 years. According to his wife and research partner, Hilary, John managed to squeeze a lot of living into his 80 years. Hilary met John when they were both 17 in their first week of study at the University of Canterbury in 1959. After seven years they married in 1966. John graduated with a BSc in geology, chemistry, physics, and maths, before switching to psychology and sociology. For the next seven years he lectured at Canterbury’s psychology department as the only person of Māori descent on the teaching staff. From there, it was a chance meeting with the country’s first Outward Bound warden at a party that changed his fate.

John Mitchell recently died at the age of 80, having lived a great life of generosity, love and care. Inset: John Mitchell in his beloved Outward Bound warden days from 1974 to 1978. Photos: Supplied. “I’d love to do that,” he told Hilary at the time. “That’s real psychology in practice.” He became an Outward Bound warden in Anakiwa from 1974 to 1978. While Hilary said his pay

dropped by half, he wouldn’t have had it any other way. Then, the pair turned to tomato growing at their then Rutherford Rd home in 1979. With just his high school tomato picking expe-

rience to fall back on, Hilary says his lens on life was “once you take one big risk you can do anything”. That risk-taking mentality led the pair to set up Mitchell Research in 1985. After the Waitangi Tribunal was finally permitted to investigate historic claims, John and Hilary set out on canvassing the histories of local iwi. Kaumātua asked John to publish his findings. “Kaumātua told John it would be a great shame if all that history were to just rot on a shelf in Wellington,” Hilary says. After the Waitangi Tribunal hearings, their findings were modified to become Volume I of Te Tau Ihu

o Te Waka in 2004. Their research into regional and personal histories continued well into the 2000s and, in 2014, the pair finished the final book in their four-part Te Tau Ihu o Te Waka series. Hilary says she was pleased that he lived long enough to see their latest book, He Ringatoi o Ngā Tūpuna, about English artist Isaac Coates and the 58 Māori he painted portraits of, released earlier this year. John would also reply to hundreds who asked after their own whakapapa. Last year alone John helped 43 people across the country in collating their family history. “He would reply to them all. He did it because people need to know their own whakapapa,” Hilary says. She says John was never an activist by nature but says “someone had to be”. “You have to stand up for what you believe in, and he always did.” Wakatū Incorporation says he will be well missed but his legacy lives on his whānau and in his published works. “His deep love for people, whakapapa and history shone through in everything he did,” a statement reads.

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Tash Mehrtens got the idea to start up her ‘Hankies for Hospice’ campaign after an emotional oncology appointment at Nelson Tasman Hospice left her using a toilet roll to dry her tears. “I accompanied a friend to his hospice appointment where his treatment options were discussed. A lot of tears were shed and I was surprised there were no tissues available ... I wanted to help change that.” She says, as people don’t necessarily have spare money to donate, she came up with the idea of donating a box of tissues instead. “If everyone in the region gave just one box of tissues, hospice would have over 60,000 boxes.” Nelson Tasman Hospice communications coordinator Rachel Moffitt says there is a funding shortfall of $2.5 million each year to provide specialised palliative care at the hospice and doing a tissue drive means they can use vital funds elsewhere. The Hankies for Hospice campaign

is also taking cash donations which will then be passed on to hospice. The idea struck a chord with local lad Cody Dudley, 10, who recently lost his grandmother to cancer. He arranged a mufti day at Nayland Primary where students took along a box of tissues or a gold coin donation in support. “It was definitely worth it because we got an entire boot load of tissues and $617 in cash donations,” Cody says. Tash says that individuals or companies can also arrange individual tissue fundraisers. She says Hankies for Hospice will provide comfort to those when they need it the most. “A simple thing like having a tissue to dry your eyes when discussing the unthinkable provides a small comfort at such an unbearable time for patients and families.” If you’d like to donate a box of tissues, drop off points are Haven Realty, 8 McGlashen Avenue, Richmond or Fresh Choice, Richmond Mall. For online cash donations to Nelson Tasman Region Hospice Trust, use NBS account 03 1354 0532930 00. Or contact Tash directly on 027 3164 788 for help with drop-offs and pick-ups.

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Unique electronics store opens in Richmond A week before lockdown, Sam Zhao, who owns Nelson Electronics, opened a brand-new electronics store on Queen Street called N-Tech 2021 Ltd. It’s an exciting development for the region, because its products and service are really unique. Nelson Electronics is well known as the local Jaycar stockist and after lots of requests from customers, Sam decided to open the Richmond N-Tech store. “The feedback has been really good so far,” says store manager, Melissa Puklowski. “Our new store is enabling us to develop our brand – N-Tech, because we’re wanting to bring in our own products, focusing on solar panels, cameras, etc.” The store also stocks electronic components – plugs, sockets, cables etc. “All of of our cameras are on display so people can see what they’re like, and we’ll soon have lighting and solar displays too.” Melissa has been with Nelson Electronics for 10 years now. “We’re letting people know, we’re still the same friendly team, and

There’s a brand-new store in town – Richmond N-Tech. Providing unique products, services and expertise. Store Manager, Melissa Puklowski with owner, Sam Zhao. unique technical expertise everyone knows Sam.” Sam started working with Jay- and knowledge – suggestions, car in Christchurch 14 years drawings, calculations and ago, then in 2008 he started diagrams all about electronics his own Jaycar company in to help our customers.” Blenheim, before opening the N-Tech customers are typiNelson store in 2011, so he cally males doing D.I.Y prohas expert knowledge in his jects and their team is trained field. “Here at N-Tech, we’re to help people learn new not selling ‘consumable’ prod- technologies. The business ucts; they are unique parts also provides free education and gadgets that you actually courses. need to fix your problems for N-Tech 2021 Ltd is located at your TV, computer, washing 227 Queen Street, Richmond. machine, etc,” says Sam. The Open Monday- Friday. You N-Tech team is an innovative will also find them on Facecompany, which is design- book and keep an eye out for ing its own products which their new website which is will soon be available instore launching soon! Business Update. Advt. and online. “We also provide

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Lake Rotoiti School show a hit despite lockdown Jo Kent Nothing was going to stand in the way of Lake Rotoiti School’s musical production not even Covid-19. So, when lockdown hit, rehearsals for ‘Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies’ became a very different experience. Office manager Dominique McCrostie says script readings were done over Zoom during lockdown and each child was required to write a synopsis of their character as part of their home schoolwork. After returning to school, rehearsals were condensed from what should have been five weeks of afternoon practices into just more than a week. “Instead of the more relaxed plan of rehearsing in the afternoon, the kids have been practising all through the

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The owner of Nelson Automotive Solutions, John Everett purchased the business 15 years ago, which provides everything from servicing and repairs to WOFs and auto-electrical work.

throughout the whole country. “Also, we have customers relocating to other parts of New Zealand, so we can pass on all of their service history and details. If any of our customers are doing a big road trip and experience some issues, I have the confidence that one of the guys can help them out.” Over the years, many locals have come to know the friendly, experienced team at Nelson Automotive Solutions. John Everett not only runs the business, but he also works on the workshop floor with Jack Eathorne and Nicholas Hawkes, and Angela Miller is the office manager. “We are a close-knit team who enjoy spending time together outside of work as well,” says John. “We get a lot of customers through word of mouth. My staff know most of the customers by their first name, which is a good thing in business – you’re not just a number,” says John. “We’ve known people for years and look after them.” The mechanical repair and service business sponsors local rugby

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Nelson Automotive Solutions has a friendly, experienced team. L to R: Workshop Technician Nick Hawkes, Office Manager Angela Miller, Owner John Everett, Workshop Technician Jack Eathorne. Nelson Automotive Solutions get a lot of customers through word of mouth. “My staff know most of the customers by their first name, which is a good thing in business – you’re not just a number,” says John. “We’ve known people for years and look after them.” The business sponsors Waimea rugby teams and school fêtes whenever it can. “We like to support our local community.”

WoFS, repairs & servicing Nelson Automotive Solutions specialises in a wide range of areas, and there’s no vehicle that’s too old or too new. “If we get a new vehicle in here and it’s under warranty, we will ensure we get the specific parts that are required to fix it.” Does your vehicle need a warrant of fitness, repairs, servicing or diagnostics? To book your vehicle in, call Angela at Nelson Automotive Solutions. Phone 03 543 9306.

“We have courtesy cars available for our customers and can do pick-ups as well.” FREE WIFI is available while customers are waiting. Nelson Automotive Solutions is located at 66 Main Road, Hope. You will also find them on Facebook. “Our website is currently under development and when it’s up and running, we’ll have a new online booking system available, so watch this space!”

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Women in Business Marianne Hart Biggs - BaBy on the Move It’s been almost one year since Marianne Hart Biggs took over Baby on the Move, Nelson’s only specialist baby store. Marianne says, “because I have two children, my husband Glen and I were customers at the shop, and we always really admired it and were really appreciative of the service provided.” Marianne previously owned The Black Cab Company doing weddings and events and because she’s such a ‘people person,’ when the opportunity came up to own Baby on the Move, she felt ready for a new challenge. After meeting other NZ franchise owners, she knew it was the right choice and is absolutely loving the change of direction. Marianne has a solid background in administration, organisation and financial services, but ‘it always comes back to the people.’ “I love that Baby on the Move is a trusted brand which is more than just products – we offer hire services, trusted advice and knowledge born out of experience, because we’re all Mums and ‘Aunties’ in the shop – an all female team with an amazing connection with each other and we want our customers to feel that too.” Located at Port Nelson, Baby on the Move is Nelson’s one stop Baby Shop.

Anna Loach - SiMplicity FuneralS Anna moved to Nelson from the UK in 2002 and feels very privileged to be living in such a beautiful part of the world and feels proud to call Nelson her home. Having run her own business in the UK, upon arrival in NZ she decided to change direction in her career and that’s when she discovered her passion for the funeral industry. She became a qualified funeral director in 2012. “Integrity, professionalism and transparency is at the heart of what we do”, she says, “and gently guiding families at a time that can be stressful is a real privilege. Being able to listen to what families want and need, and for them to know that they are being cared for by a team that share the same values is what I love most of all.” You can call in to see Anna or one of the team at 69 Haven Road, Nelson or 276b Queen Street (Petrie Carpark), Richmond, or phone 03 539 0066 / 03 929 5145.

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The Lakehouse Salon warmly welcomes new beautician, Diane Cooke to their team, who starts at the salon this week. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Olive Estate, with its stunning lake and mountain views, Lakehouse Salon offers a wide range of hair and beauty services for people of all ages. “I’m a beauty therapist with international and national diplomas, and I’m registered with the NZ Beauty Therapy Association,” says Diane. “My main focus will be waxing, manicures, pedicures and tinting.” Diane has over 40 years’ experience as a beauty therapist. “I love what I do and have a lot of empathy for the older generation – it’s about making people feel comfortable.” The Lakehouse Salon also has apprentice hairdresser – Amanda Foster. “Amanda is close to completing the second year of her apprenticeship and is looking for clientele,” says owner, Yvonne. For an appointment, phone 03 544 3133 or text 021 33 6201. The Lakehouse Salon is located at 2b Lakehouse Crescent, Richmond.

Michelle Westrupp – SuMMit real eState When it comes to experience in selling real estate, not many agents can boast a record like Summit’s Michelle Westrupp. Michelle is honest and hard-working, with her business going from strength-to-strength year, after year. Michelle’s accolades for the 2020/2021 year include Summit Real Estates “Champion” status, Top Female Salesperson and No. 5 in the company. The real estate market is still buoyant and if you want fantastic results and outstanding service then Michelle is the trust-worthy agent you need to make sure you are capitalising on the current trend. As a local with over 20 years’ experience, and with the backing of the most preferred real estate company in the top of the south, Michelle’s knowledge of the market and region is an asset you want when it comes to selling your home. “I’m always looking for new listings and would welcome your call anytime if you or someone you know is thinking of selling.” Michelle’s Motto is: “I Live it, Love it and Sell it!” – So LIST AND SELL WITH MICHELLE

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Kensington Court Village Ultimate Care Kensington Court Village is hosting Open Homes from 10am until 2pm on the following days of October: Friday 15th, Saturday 16th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th. Kensington Court Village offers you the best of both worlds, the freedom of affordable independent living with the option of exceptional care on hand when you need it. Our one- bedroom apartments and studios are well appointed and tastefully designed. One of the benefits of living at Kensington Court Village is the ability to choose from a range of support services should you require it. Come along to Kensington Court Village at 18 McMahon St, Stoke, between 10am and 2pm to view our One-Bedroom Apartment, from only $369,000. We also have a few Studio Units left from only $180,000. We look forward to seeing you there. Alternatively, please contact our Facility Manger, Debbie Gada, to make a time that suits, on 027 474 4550 or 03 547 9444. Maruia River Retreat

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Stoke Garden & Landscapes is well known for its wide variety of garden and landscaping products, and excellent service. “We encourage older people to visit our garden centre during the week, when we have more flexibility with our courtesy trailers, and we provide most of our supplies in bags, so they’re easy to handle,” says owner, Nigel Sutton. “We have a range of ornaments available, which are great for adorning your garden – place your order now for Christmas.” Stoke Garden & Landscapes also have a range of bonsai pots if you enjoy it as a hobby or want trees of a smaller variety. As the days get warmer, it’s the perfect time for gardening projects. “We have a huge variety of soils, composts, pavers, railway

For the month of October, New Zealand’s nature and wellbeing destination - Maruia River Retreat is offering a special treat for couples. You can book their ‘Reconnect with Nature’ package and get one night for free. Just a 2-hour drive from Nelson, you can relax and rejuvenate in the quiet lush nature of a priKensington Court Village offers you the best of both worlds, the freedom of affordable, independent living with the option of exceptional care on hand when you need it. Our one bedroom apartments and studios are well-appointed and tastefully designed, all set in our beautiful, landscaped gardens. One of the benefits of living at Kensington Court Village is the ability to choose a support service should you require it. To find out more contact our Village Manager Debbie Gada on 027 474 4550 or 03 547 9444 18 McMahon Street, Stoke E: kensington@ultimatecare.co.nz

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all too well about the damage poorly functioning dentures can cause from his extensive skill and experience working at the Otago University’s faculty of Dentistry. Thomas says “unaesthetic and poorly functioning dentures can cause multiple health problems which could affect physical health as well as psychological well-being. If these problems go unaddressed it can lead to depression due to constant stress and poor quality of life.” Enhanced ability to eat, talk and smile comfortably and with confidence, improves your physical and psychological well-being, which ultimately enhances your

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quality of life. At Nelson Denture Clinic, Thomas’s specialised expertise, skills and experience, combined with the latest technology, provide dentures of the highest quality and craftsmanship, designed and customised to your specific measurements for optimal fit, function and the most natural appearance. The Swiss Bakery & Café Located on Queen Street, it’s hard to resist the delicious smell of freshly baked breads wafting from The Swiss Bakery & Café. You’ll love the welcoming

Flaxmore Lifecare Manager loving her Care Home family Deethu Devasia joined Flaxmore Lifecare in 2017, having completed her master’s in Business Management in India. Deethu showed incredible talent for working in aged care and her passion was born. “I never thought I would work in aged care, but now I wouldn’t even consider anything else,” says Deethu. In her last few years at Flaxmore, she has learned that every day is different and that it’s so important to fit into the resident’s day rather than the resident fit into hers. “My day-to-day life is their day-to-day

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Ageing Well Estate Planning – have you done yours? Estate planning allows you to plan what is to happen when you die or if you lose mental capacity and then recording that plan in legally enforceable documentation. Questions to consider are: Who do you trust to make decisions for you in relation to your personal care and welfare, and your property if you are unable to make those decisions yourself? Who should benefit from or receive your assets when you die? If you have established a family trust and you are a trustee, who should replace you as a trustee if you lose mental capacity or die? Do you wish to record in advance how you should be medically looked after if you become seriously unwell but are unable to communicate your wishes? Pitt and Moore can provide accurate and practical advice and offer assistance in preparation of all estate planning documentation, including attending to family trust requirements, providing peace of mind by ensuring that you have Enduring Powers of Attorney and an up to date will in place.

Maureen Pugh MP Ageing gracefully is all about exercise, diet and attitude which all contribute to general wellness. Like a bottle of wine, we all get better with age with the right care. Be kind to your skin, do some exercise that you enjoy, mind your diet, do what makes you happy and minimise stress where you can. Stay as active as you can, quit smoking and consume alcohol in moderation. Get the sleep that you need, enjoy some hobbies and get regular healthcare check-ups. As National’s spokesperson for the Community & Voluntary sector I want to acknowledge those who generously donate their time and expertise and contribute to their communities, especially to those who help others age gracefully in so many ways. Those people contribute so much to so many in what can be a challenging time of life. The main thing is to have fun!

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nected; are valued and are part of the community,” manager Caroline Budge says. “That’s the ultimate goal of our work.” Age Concern has lots of different programmes and events happening throughout the year and has weekly activities in their Richmond hall such as Tea and Talk, SpinPoi, Move Good Now and Sing Yourself Well. “If you’ve

been thinking about coming along to something, why not try it out?” says Caroline. They also run a Volunteer Visitor Service for those who prefer some one-to-one company. Feel free to get in touch with Age Concern Nelson Tasman on 03 544 7624 if you want to find out more. Keep an eye out on their Facebook page or website for

updates: www.ageconcernnt.org. nz. MyRide E-bikes are loads of fun for a fraction of the effort and ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels. “We’re selling people the freedom to get out there and be active again”, said Mike, owner

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Deethu joined Flaxmore Lifecare in 2017, having completed her Masters in Business Management in India. Working in an administration role, Deethu showed incredible aptitude and talent for working in Aged Care and her passion was born. “I never thought I would work in Aged Care, but now I would never even consider anything else,” says Deethu. Deethu says that the Heritage Lifecare team supported her in her chosen career path, and she took on the Manager role in January 2021. “I am working with our wonderful team of loyal staff, and together we are building an even stronger team,” she says.

rather than the resident fit into hers. “My day-to-day life is their day-to-day life. It’s all about making everything we do come from what they themselves want for that day,” she says. Deethu says the huge amount of connection with families is so important, and a huge part of her life at Flaxmore Lifecare. “The Flaxmore families are so vital when it comes to articulating and feeding back on our residents’ needs. They have become my family,” she says. Come and meet the lovely people at Flaxmore Lifecare who care for our residents in our warm and homely environment.

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Ageing Well of MyRide, Richmond. “Often people have to stop exercising for one reason or another as they age. E-bikes provide a great opportunity to be active again and to explore places that you might not have considered before.” Mike says e-bikes are also great for commuting. “If you have to commute at rush hour, it’s a lot faster by e-bike than traveling by car, you arrive at work fully awake and it’s an environ-

mentally friendly alternative to using your car.” MyRide stocks big bike brands like Avanti, Scott and Rocky Mountain all of which are equipped with Shimano and Bosch motors. They’re reliable and have excellent New Zealand back up. “We provide complimentary ‘bike fits’ and we offer three free services.” MyRide is located at 203 Queen Street. For more information visit, www.Avantiplus.co.nz

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Live life to the full Archgola Gold Card holder? Archgola Nelson has an amazing offer just for you! “Up until October 31st, all of our gold card customers who place orders over $5000, will receive a $250 Prezzy Card,” says Marie Hatton, who co-owns Archgola Nelson with Russell Lawson. Archgola is the leading supplier of custom-made outdoor shelters and blinds, which are top-quality, durable and stylish. “Many of our older customers like our outdoor canopies – they can provide year-round protection from the elements.” For older people who have downsized to a smaller home, Archgola awnings and blinds are a great way to create an extra room. “People are welcome to contact us, and we can arrange a suitable time to pop around and discuss what options could work best for them.” To make an appointment with Russell and Marie, call 0508 272 446 or 027 759 9522. To find out more, visit Archgola Nelson-Tasman on Facebook. NB: The gold card offer expires 31 October, 2021.

Age no longer needs to be a barrier for riding outdoors. An e-bike lets you choose whether you do all or just some of the exercise. Call into My Ride on Queen St and talk to Mike Anderson about the perfect bike for you.

What’s coming up at Age Concern Nelson Tasman Monday Information Sessions

International Day of Older Person celebratory afternoon tea This can only be held if we’re at Level 1 and is open to anyone over 65. We’re hosting it at the Church on the Hill on Dorset Street in Richmond, on Tuesday 26th October between 1 and 2.30pm. Come along and reconnect!

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Staying Safe driving workshops Come along and enjoy a refresher of the road rules, specially aimed at older drivers. On Monday 18th October in St John Hall, 15 Courtney Street, Motueka, between 9.30am and 12.30pm and in Murchison on 10th November. To register, please contact Jackie on 03 544 7624 ext 4.

CarFit session An opportunity to see how well your car ‘fits’ you properly for maximum comfort and safety. Takes about 20 minutes and is free. Motueka Rec Centre car park on 27th October between 10 and 2pm. To register, please contact Jackie on 03 544 7624 ext 4.

TechConnect This is a five-week course that’s ideal for older adults who want to find out how to use an ipad. We’ll supply one for those who don’t have one. The course will cover all the basics, such as emailing, online shopping, taking photos, accessing e-library books, playing games, etc. Starts on Monday 11th October until Monday 15th November (with no class on Labour Day), from 2 to 3pm in the Age Concern Hall. Please register by calling Miriam on 03 544 7624 ext 6.

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The future of Waimea basketball appears bright after a team of junior players cleaned up their bigger city competition in Christchurch at the weekend. The Waimea College junior A basketball team can now lay claim to the title of best in the South Island after winning the junior invitational tournament in convincing fashion. After Covid led to the cancellation of nationals, the invitational was the brainchild of a former Canterbury Rams player who saw the need for something for junior players in the South Island Hitting the court just one hour after arriving in Christchurch, head coach Tim O’Malley says Waimea made a slow start to its campaign. However, after shaking off

the cobwebs, the boys got into their work and went on to dominate the game and the rest of the tournament. “From that point we hit our stride played some incredible basketball.” Tim says the next five games saw Waimea barely drop a quarter on their way to the final against Shirley Boys. “No team ended up getting an edge on us through to the finals.” Waimea shot out to a 12-4 advantage in the final to rattle their much larger Christchurch opponents. “They had a couple of big players,” Tim says. “We were outsized, but our side just showed incredible grit. They really put pressure on and tightened the screws.” Shirley managed to weather the storm and went on a 10-2 run, but the result was never really in doubt, with Waimea blowing Shirley away in the third quarter. “We just ran the life out of

them and were up by 22 at the end of third so we coasted in.” Tim cleared the bench to ensure the whole squad got to relish in the victory. Among the stars of the young gun side were Hayden Jones, son of New Zealand basketball legend Phill. “He’s got some great teammates too, Coen Williams was an absolute pest to opposing teams and Kaden Bracey is very explosive.” The three standouts will also play in a senior invitational with Waimea’s top team. “They are some talented young boys and will be key contributors.” Tim says with most players in year 11, the core of players are set to make some serious waves in the coming years. “As I reflect on this team, they are a really special group with huge potential and should be contending nationals in a few years’ time.” Tim credits Phil Jones and Ed Book for the success of the

Minis celebrate 10 years of racing Future two-wheeled superstars showcased their skills at the MTF Nelson Mini Motocross Champs held over the weekend at the A&P Showgrounds in Richmond. Riders as young as fouryears-old got the chance to burn some rubber with classes ranging from 50 to 65cc. Shuttersport photographers Evan Barnes and Barry Whitnall went down to capture the action.

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It was two weeks ago when Macca Springer was sitting on the bench watching the Mako take on Waikato. He says he was feeling relaxed. However, with more than 20 minutes on the clock, Macca was told to start warming up. Once he got on the field the talented prodigy looked right at home. “It’s been my dream since I started getting really into rugby to make the Mako side, I didn’t think it would be a year out of school though.” His first act as a Mako came from a set move with the 19-year-old getting over the gain line Macca says he did not expect to play as long as he did, enjoying almost a quarter of the Trafalgar Park match on the wing. Despite the limitation on crowd numbers, Macca’s parents, nana and former first XV coach all managed to get in the ground to see his debut. Unfortunately, his debut was

marred as the Mooloos broke the Mako’s three-year winning streak at Trafalgar Park. While he says he is still adjusting to the increased speed and physicality of the professional game, he feels “pretty comfortable”. Last Sunday against Southland, Macca had another chance to make an impression. And he took it - soaring in the air to claim a Mitch Hunt cross-kick before stepping the cover and showing his speed to go in for his first Mako try. The Mako bounced back from the Mooloo loss with a 51-14 victory over Southland in Blenheim. Tasman’s defence was suffocating, applying relentless pressure at both breakdown and in general play. The match also served as the perfect preparation for Tasman who are just days away from a longawaited Ranfurly Shield challenge against Hawke’s Bay, just the third in the union’s history. The game kicks off at 4.35pm on Saturday in Napier.

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Like most Kiwi kids, Dan George grew up believing he was destined to be an All Black. As he realised his talent didn’t quite match his sporting ambitions though, this dream appeared to be permanently lost for the Victory Primary School principal. However, Dan got the chance set to virtually suit up in the iconic black jersey, albeit as an digital version of himself. He was chosen to be part of an ‘Alt Blacks’ team along with 22 other everyday Kiwis who became videogame versions of themselves. Players were controlled by All Blacks against their South African counterparts in the video game ‘Rugby Challenge 4’ on Saturday night. Dan’s character played in the number 14 jersey as the Alt Blacks won the test 7-0. Because his body isn’t quite what it used to be, Dan wanted creators to add a bit of bulk to his avatar’s frame. “I had to send in a heap of dif-

Victory Primary School principal Dan George was turned into a virtual version on himself to play in the inaugural ‘Alt Blacks team’ last weekend. Photo: Kate Russell. ferent angles so they can make me as realistic as possible. I was hoping they might beef up my muscles a little bit.” Having started playing rugby as a five-year-old, the black jersey has always been a goal for Dan. “I guess this is the closest I’m ever going to get.” Dan had some friends over for a barbecue and some beers to watch his international onscreen debut. A number of his students were

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President gets a boat ...temporarily Phil Chilton It might sound a bit unusual for the president of a fishing club to not actually have a boat of any kind. But at one point, I very nearly did. It all started with a phone call from my cousin down in Invercargill telling me he’d bought a boat, and would I mind picking it up for him from Havelock when I got a chance. We would then organise for it to get down to Christchurch when the opportunity arose, in the meantime it was mine to use as I wanted. Imagine being given the keys to a 605 Stabi with twin 90’s on the back to use as your own for a couple of months- excited! Then Covid came along again, causing delay after delay before I could get over to Havelock to pick it up. Finally, the levels got down to the point that we were allowed

to get out on the water again and I wouldn’t have to risk a story to the boys and girls in blue about how transporting a boat across ‘borders’ was an essential service. So Thursday was the day for pick up. I had a meeting with a builder that afternoon and he mentioned that he was heading down to Christchurch on Friday morning to go racing but he didn’t need to tow his race trailer down as a mate was taking it for him. You can probably see where this is going. I foolishly asked if he would be ok to tow a boat down for me to which he replied “yes” (bugger). So, for a very brief 3.5 hour period I had a boat behind my ute that I towed straight to Mapua to drop off without even getting a chance to look inside, much less get it out on the water. President doesn’t have a boat again.

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WEDNESDAY 6 October 2021

Community Notices NOTE : Due to cancellations & rescheduling related to the Covid-19 restrictions, some event meetings dates & times may be changed. We advise you to contact the organisers for an event update before attending.

Mondays OsTEOAcTivE fiTNEss clAss a specially designed exercise & education program for individuals with Osteoarthritis or Osteoporosis. Mondays 10.30am – 11.30am, Richmond location. Nicola 0210788609 or email nicola.rae.11@gmail.com lighThOusE spiriTuAl AwArENEss. Mondays 7.30pm, Trafalgar St Hall, opp Trailways. Talks, clairvoyance etc. Ph Carolyn 5474613 wAimEA sOuTh gArdEN club St Paul’s Church Hall Brightwater. Monday 11th October @7pm AGM. Enquiries; Yvonne 03 5422235 AcTivE sTrENgTh/bAlANcE clAss: seated options. ACC accredited provider. Mental agility, co ordination, stretching & leg exercises for strength & balance. On Mondays @ 10.30 am & Thursdays @ 1.30 pm Richmond Church of Christ hall, Darcy & Croucher Sts, Ph Shirley 5471 433 / 021 121 8023 KApA KōrErO - NAu mAi hAErE mai! Connect with others & practice te reo Māori in a relaxed setting. st setting out, or a fluent speaker,?all levels are welcome & encouraged to join in. Richmond Library, every Monday 10.am-11.am. Free. NElsON-TAsmAN pOwErTAlK. Spoken Word Poetry workshop. Mon 11 Oct. 9.30-

11.30am. Headingly Centre, Lower Queen St, Rmd. Contact: Sandra 027 766 0347

Tuesdays

luNch ON ThE hill: Coffee & lunch 11am Tuesday 5 October at the Kainga Manaaki, 27 Dorset St, Richmond. (A koha is appreciated) Contact: Holy Trinity Church Ph. 03 5448844 bETTEr brEAThErs circuiT is now on! At Club Waimea, on Tuesdays & Fridays at 10am – 11am. $5 per class. Contact Sue at the Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz NElsON philATElic sOciETy Meet Tuesday 12 Oct. Doors Open 6.30pm4.30pm. Venue change to Stoke Baptist Church. 8-16 page display. All welcome. Contact Robin 0275442518 sENiOrs wAlKiNg grOup, Tue + Thurs Walking inside the Stadium 9.30am -10.30am, optional sit & be fit class from 10am. First Session FREE, then $5 per session

Wednesdays mulTi lEvEl pilATEs clAssEs suitable for most all abilities 9 weeks starts Wednesday 20 October11:30am & 5:30pm $150. Enrolments essential as classes fill quickly. Meeting-room, Richmond Town Hall, Cambridge St. sue@suewilson.kiwi.nz , 0292 813 735 , FB Classical Pilates with Sue cAKE dEcOrATOrs next meet Wedn 20 Oc.t Creating a colourful rooster in edible modeling paste. New members are welcome. NOTEonly take place if at level 1. Contact Desiree 0276302359. ArThriTis sOciETy cOffEE mOrNiNg

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meet at Melrose House Cafe, Brougham St, 10am on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Next Gathering 27 October 2021. Ph Claire 035450835 or 0273601039 bETTEr brEAThErs NElsON class: 1pm on Wednesday at the Reformed Church, 15 Burrough Place Enner Glynn – no need to book in just turn up to the friendly wee class. Only $5 per person. Contact Nelson Asthma Society, 544 1562. NElsON guild Of wOOdwOrKErs meets at 7pm last Wednesday each month, February to November, a Fish & Game , 66 Champion Rd, Richmond. New members welcome, no experience necessary. President, Bill Filmer, 03 547 5104

Thursdays richmONd lAdiEs friENdship club: Meet - 10am 1stThursday of the month at Church of Christ, Croucher St. Welcome ladies looking for friendship with other women. Lunch optional. Interesting guest speakers & an outing Visitors welcome. Ph Marion 544 4833 or Joan 544 1854. richmONd wElcOmE grOup like to make new friends. Join a friendly group for coffee & a chat 10am on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month Happyz Cafe Bateup Rd Ansley/Phillip 5410-350.. wAimEA cOmbiNEd friENdship club: Interested in making new female or male friends of a similar age & interests? We invite you to monthly meetings, 3rd Thursday 9.45am at Hope Church Ranzau Rd. Interesting speakers, outings & group activities, Ph Frances 5443085/0212111347 or Rosalie 0272491080

2.15, runners 2.30. See website for details. Ph 022 372 9432. sOciAl TENNis at Richmond Tennis Club on Saturday afternoons from 1.30 pm onwards. FREE. Bring a friend. The public and players from other clubs most welcome. Contact 0274 872 480

fridays NElsON mArlbOrOugh EAglEs gOlfiNg sOciETy presents Halberg Golf Tournament Friday Oct. 22. @ Greenacres Golf Club. Shotgun start at 12.30. 2 Mens & 1 Ladies grade. Enter as a team of 4 ,or individual & a team will be arranged. Stableford competition. Proceeds to the Halberg Trust, supporting children with disabilities. Great prizes. $30 entry fee ( incl 2s ) & on course snack. plANET pArTy. Viewing Jupiter & Saturn at Wai-iti International Dark Sky Park, 438 Wakefield-Kohatu Hwy. On the first fine clear night of Oct. 1st or 2nd or 3th. 8pm10:30pm. Register at Darkskies.nz . Covid conditions apply. NElsON AsTrONOmicAl sOciETy host ing it’s popular public viewing nights on Friday nights through winter, 7.30-9.30pm. weather permitting. At Cawthron Observatory Clifton Terrace School. $5 Koha ($15/ family) to help maintain the facility. Updates on our Facebook page & Neighbourly

in General NElsON hAvEN club prOjEcT Pinc Next Steps (cancer rehabilitation), now available Rakaia Lions Lilies. Bag of 4 Oriental Liliy Bulbs $10, bag 20 Freesias $5. plant now and will flower this season. contact email margaret.ralph.c@xtra.co.nz or Audrey Kitto ph 5446243, Margaret Ching ph 5476571 richmONd crOquET club Come & join us, 384 Lower Queen St, Richmd. Have fun, learn a new skill. We play Association & Golf Croquet. All welcome. ph Kaye 021757468 pulmONAry rEhAb cOursE Available November in Motueka. Perfect for respiratory sufferers who have been diagnosed with asthma, copd, bronchiectasis, emphysema etc. Contact your medical centre to see if you fit the criteria, or email asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz richmONd crEATivE fibrE Meets at Birchwood Hall, at Showgrounds. 9.30am 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursdays each month. Come & meet others who enjoy working with fibre. Ph: 5443315 (Sandra). NEEd A lifT? Māpua Willing Wheels Voluntary Drivers Costs: e.g. - Māpua to Richmond return $35 Drivers: all locals, all police vetted. Co-ordinator, Rachel Mason, to book , please give 24hrs notice.Email: ma puawheels@gmail.com / Tel: 022 6822 373

saTurdays cAr bOOT mArKET dAy Richmond Church of Christ , Darcy St Saturday 9 October 9 am- 12pm Set up stalls after 8 am .Open to individuals & groups . Anyone looking for books, dvd s, clothing, plants &more treasures .” There is no place like our market “.Contact Richard 5448028 /0276180547. Note : inside Hall if rain wAimEA hArriErs Brightwater Sprig & Fern 10k run & walk Saturday 9 October. Everyone & all abilities welcome. Walkers

Community Notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising. Due to the popularity of this column,while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads. If you want to place a business advert or want to advertise a course you are running, please call classified ads and public notices on 544 9037.

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WEDNESDAY 6 October 2021

NEWSLINE UPDATES KE E PI NG YO U I N FORM E D ABO UT N E WS AN D E VE NTS I N TH E TAS MAN DI STRICT

Our 2021 – 2051 Future Development Strategy (FDS) sets out where and how residential and business growth within Nelson and Tasman regions will occur over the next 30 years. We have several webinars coming up where our staff will provide an overview of the project and seek feedback on some key questions. You will also be able to suggest sites for future housing and business development. The upcoming webinars are: • Friday 8 October, 10.00 am – 11.30 am

Your flood history could help us all in the future

Free bus rides make getting a Covid-19 jab easier

We maintain detailed records of floods that occur across the entire region in our hydrological database, but sometimes a mark on a wall or an entry in an old diary can hold valuable historical information that we may not be aware of.

With the support of Waka Kotahi, we're offering free Nbus rides to help residents and their caregivers or dependents attend Covid-19 vaccine appointments and return home afterwards. Our region has one of the highest Covid-19 vaccination rates in the country and we want to continue to lead the way so free buses will help make it as easy as possible for people to protect themselves and their families. The free bus rides to Covid-19 vaccination appointments are available until 31 December 2021. Terms and conditions can be found on our website, tasman.govt.nz, search ‘free bus rides’.

This information has tremendous value and is widely used by both the Council and wider public to reduce the risk of harm to humans and livestock. It’s also a tool widely used by planners to avoid damage to structures, crops and other assets around Tasman. Occasionally we find a record of a flood from long ago which has been marked as a line on someone’s shed or other structure and our hydrological staff are keen to record as many of these marks as possible before they are lost. If you have a mark from a flood long ago and would like it recorded, please contact us on hydro@tasman.govt.nz with your name, contact details, plus the location, along with the date of the flood if known. Alternatively, you can contact us on 03 543 8400 and ask for the Duty Hydrologist.

• Monday 11 October, 6.00 pm – 7.30 pm • Wednesday 13 October, 3.30 pm – 5.00 pm

Grants to support youth

More information, including how to join the webinars, can be found at tasman.govt.nz/fds.

Did you know we offer grants of up to $500 to students in Tasman to participate in youth leadership opportunities? This can be used for activities such as The Spirit of New Zealand, Outward Bound, Festival for the Future, Whenua Iti Outdoors and other experiences, conferences and workshops.

If you have any further queries, please email futuredevelopmentstrategy@tasman.govt.nz.

How should we respond to sea level rise and coastal hazards in Tasman? Many parts of Tasman District’s coastline are vulnerable to storm inundation and/or coastal erosion. We are continuing to work with communities to ensure we’re better prepared for future sea level rise and coastal hazards. Conversations are currently underway to talk about and identify options that enable us to adapt. Our options broadly fit into four categories; accommodate, protect, avoid and retreat. Visit our website to learn more about this project, our broad options, and share your views and ideas: tasman.govt.nz/coastal-management.

The grant is provided to support the personal development of young people living in Tasman. Applications are accepted all year around. To be eligible, you must: • Live in Tasman District. • Be aged between 15 – 20 years.

We manage 518 bridges across the Tasman District and each year some are earmarked for replacement or maintenance. About 30 of these structures, often in rural or more remote areas, have special weight and speed restrictions due to their size, age or unique condition. Occasionally these special restrictions change. Please check our website to ensure you are up to date with the latest information about our bridges. Visit tasman.govt.nz and search ‘bridges’.

New financial reporting structure Changes have been made to which committee we now report our financials to at the Council. From now on these reports will be presented to the Operations Committee instead of the Full Council. Every quarter of the financial year we present a Treasury Update and Quarterly Financial Update. This provides an update of our actual position against the Annual Plan or Tasman's 10-Year Plan 2021 – 2031.

• Provide a report back to us.

The next update will be around November and will ensure we are tracking along the lines set out in Tasman's 10-Year Plan 2021 – 2031 which was adopted on 30 June this year.

Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a potentially life-changing opportunity. Get all the details and make your application now at tasman.govt.nz, search ‘youth leadership grant’.

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• Be applying to a programme / project / training which has a central focus on youth leadership.

Feedback closes on 15 October 2021.

Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place in person and via Zoom video conferencing. Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for the Zoom link.

Coastal Erosion Protection Structures on Council Reserve Land Policy Public consultation on a draft policy around Coastal Erosion Protection Structures on Council Reserve Land is now underway. The policy’s purpose is to try and provide greater clarity to applicants on how to apply for such a structure to be built and also to provide guidance to the Council on granting approval. Consultation is open between Monday 4 October and Friday 29 October. You can read the draft policy on our website, or get a copy from any of our service centres and libraries. You can submit feedback online at tasman.govt.nz/feedback, in writing or by filling out the form and sending it to info@tasman.govt.nz, dropping it in to one of our service centres or libraries, or by posting it to: Coastal Erosion Protection Structures, Tasman District Council, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050.

Bridge weight limits and speed restrictions

Nelson-Tasman Regional Landfill Business Unit Friday 8 October, 10.30 am. Golden Bay Community Board Tuesday 12 October, 9.30 am.

What weight is your glass crate? Blue recycling crates are for clear, green or brown clean glass bottles and jars. The contents can’t sit above the top lip of the crate, and it shouldn’t weigh more than 12kg. Glass that sits above the top lip of the crate may seem harmless, but it poses a risk to our drivers and also passing members of the public if it were to fall off while being lifted. Remember too, broken glass in the crate is dangerous and will also result in the crate being rejected.

Tasman Regional Transport Committee Monday 18 October, 9.30 am. No public forum. Joint Shareholders Committee Tuesday 19 October, 9.00 am. No public forum. Motueka Community Board Tuesday 19 October, 4.00 pm. 21476 HotHouse Creative

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Classifieds

WEDNESDAY 6 October 2021

situations vacant

NELSON

Support Workers

Live Life Disability Support Services Information & Assessment Centre – Monday 18 October We have a number of permanent and casual positions available, working mornings, afternoon/ evenings and/or weekends. By applying to this vacancy you will be sent details of our information and assessment centre evening to be held on Monday 18 October. Please note that you must attend in person to be considered for interview. Closing date: Wednesday, 13 October 2021. Ref: N21-662. Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: (03) 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz Register for job alerts and view full details of vacancies

www.nmdhb.govt.nz/careers

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Painter required for Alcoholics Anonymous. casual work Ph 022 323 Is alcohol causing prob7447. lems for you in your life? Want to stop drinkfirewood dentures wanted ing but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support Delivering now for next New dentures, relines, Your wanted ad here. years firewood. Douglas, meetings every day. Call repairs. Phone Daniela Phone 544 9037. beech, gum. Good Wood 0800aaworks 0800 229 at Bays Dentures 546 6757. supplier Bay Firewood 4455. 027 769 6348.

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public notice

death

MeMorial

We are currently undergoing the free cleaning and best restoration of headstones in the Wakapuaka Cemetery. Most are around 150 years old. While most families are happy for us to do this we understand some are not. If you do NOT want us to work on your family headstone please contact us on Brian 027 548 0757.

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

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In loving memory. From husband Peter.

Died peacefully at Jack Inglis Friendship Hospital after a short illness on September 24 2021, in his 90th year, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Murray and Jill, Sharon and Hamish Kennedy. Loved Grandad of Carissa, Hayden and Chelsea, Kathryn, Andrew, Joel and Lauren. Loved Great Grandad of Isla and Kilian. Brother of Sid (deceased), Ave, and Betty. Rob is now happily reunited with his darling wife Joyce. Following Rob’s wishes a private service has been held.

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WEDNESDAY 6 October 2021

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FUNDRAISING AUCTION Walk with Us Trust

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With special guest Wyatt Crockett Come along and support a very good local cause - putting shoes on our school children

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