The Guardian - 7 August 2019

Local wedding business scoops national award

Terri Everett of ‘The Dream Maker’ has been awarded New Zealand’s most ‘Unique Wedding Experience’ at the inaugural national Wedding Industry Awards hosted in Rotorua on Friday, 26 July.

Her ability to flawlessly pull off weddings in a variety of environments is helping to put the Tasman region on the map as one of the most diverse ceremony locations for destination elopements and micro wedding events.

See pg 5 for more. Photo: Sarah Hodgett Photography.

Motueka woman’s garment a WOW finalist for 2019

Motueka designer Meg Latham is one of the 115 finalists from 22 countries announced for this year’s World of WearableArt (WOW) Awards Show.

“It’s a real honour. It’s always exciting to be selected, it’s such a great show and quite international now.”

It’s the seventh entry for Meg who first entered the acclaimed competition in its fourth year with her garment placing in the top five, and most of her entries followed in the 90’s until last year’s comeback.

“I love the process of making the garments and find that really rewarding. Then to go and see them on the stage is amazing, it truly is a great show, and the garments are so well-presented,” says Meg.

Evolved to become the world’s most significant wearable art competition WOW returns for its 31st season this year in Wellington from September 26 to October 13 and around 60,000 people

are expected to attend.

WOW Competition Director, Heather Palmer says this year’s finalists’ work is outstanding, with the designers pushing boundaries of invention and scale, using diverse materials and progressive technology.

“It never ceases to amaze me each year the sheer brilliance of our designers’ work and this year is no exception. There has been such a high level of experimentation and innovation by the designers this year, using materials in unexpected ways to create bizarre, edgy works of art.

“Finalist designers were selected over three days of judging at the WOW Museum in Nelson. I now look forward to the next two rounds of judging in September when we showcase the entries individually choreographed and placed within their magical theatrical worlds on stage at the TSB Arena in Wellington,

where they will take on a new life in movement”.

This year the 115 finalist designers were presented with six design challenges, which subsequently form the six worlds of the stage show. Three of these worlds are recurringAotearoa, Avant-garde and Open, and three are new for 2019Mythology, Transform and White.

WOW Chief Executive Gisella Carr says alongside the many talented New Zealand designers, the 2019 show has seen entrants hailing from all corners of the globe including Kazakhstan, Czechia and Belarus alongside regular contributing countries such as Australia, China, the United States and the United Kingdom.

“It is an honour to showcase their work on our stage,” says Gisella.

For Meg the commitment of creating garments for WOW is “slightly addictive”.

Meg’s garment from WOW 2018, ‘Titty Tote’.

Above: Countries represented at WOW 2019.

Left: Meg Latham at home in Motueka.

Vivid story of an ancestor’s hard life on sailing ships retold

Mapua’s Alastair Rose has been on a ‘voyage of discovery’ in recent years while researching a 108-year-old memoir written by his great grandfather.

That ancestor was a sea captain, Henry Rose, and his story of 19th Century sailing ships includes carrying troops to the Crimean War, coolies to South America, convicts to Australia and settlers to New Zealand. It is full of colourful word pictures of a hard life at sea.

As a third mate, Henry witnessed four convicts being sentenced to 24 lashes each with the ‘cat-onine-tails’ for breaking into a storeroom and stealing rum.

‘I had never seen a man flogged…’ he wrote. ‘I shall never forget it.’ First due to step out on deck was a large former river worker from Thames who refused to move. ‘Captain Anderson… walked up to the man… placing his revolver close to the man’s head… You could have heard a pin drop… Captain Anderson called out once, “Will you go?”,twice, “Will you go?”, the convict all the time keeping his eye on the captain’s, whose hand and voice were perfectly steady. The third time as Captain Anderson said, “Will you go?” the man stepped out.

Captain Anderson told us afterwards that he never felt so glad… in another moment he would have shot him dead.’

Henry’s memoir

has been fleshed out with illustrations and much extra research by Nelson writer and historian Karen Stade to produce a book called Driven by the Wind. Another Mapua resident, writer Paul Bensemann, has helped in the editing and it is published by Picton-based Carol Dawber through her River Press publishing firm.

Alastair is a retired orchardist, a former chairman of the Bluffs Fruitgrowers Company and secretary of Moutere Hills Fruitgrowers. He was a key figure in restructuring agricultural training and helping design courses run by experienced farmers. This led to a role under the Bolger-led Government in the 1990s, based around the 1992 Industry Training Act, part of wider education reforms. The schemes were regarded as models for other industries. He has spent much of the past two years working with Karen on the book.

“When our family first found out about the memoirs of Great Grandfather Henry Rose, we all asked the same two questions arising from the first sentence: “I was born in Mompox, Colombia, South America on the 5th of December,1833”.

‘Where is Mompox, and what on earth were Henry’s parents doing there?

‘Karen’s patient research has found that Britons had been part of General Simon Bolivar’s Army

of Liberation, which fought Spain for the independence of Colombia. A growing ex-pat English community built up around the British military operations and Henry’s father was a clerk in the War Office in Mompox.’

Henry was an incredibly brave and determined young

man; beginning as cabin boy at age 14, ship’s apprentice just shy of his 16th birthday, third mate at 18, second mate at 20, first mate at 22, and master at 24 before taking command of his first ship at 26.”

Alastair hopes his great grandfather’s story will not only give family members and

others a glimpse into life on sailing ships, but also an inspiration about ‘the adventures which might await if you have the courage to follow your dream’.

Driven by the Wind, the Memoir of Captain Henry Rose, is being launched at the Mapua Boat Club at 2pm on Sunday, August 11.

Alastair Rose and his great grandfather Henry Rose (top).

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Renowned gospel musicians to perform twice in Motueka

With a reputation for captivating audiences in a way not many can, gospel musicians Steve and Ainsley Apirana will perform in Motueka at Te Awhina Marae on Saturday, 10 August and join the Motueka Baptist Church service on Sunday, 11 August at 10am.

Steve mixes his highly tuned gift as communicator, guitarist and vocalist, with an extraordinary sense of humour. Musically he is eclectic in style, but specialises in blues and gospel. Over the 40 years of his career he has played with some of the best including Daddy Cool, Split Enz, Black Sabbath and Average White Band.

In more recent years he has teamed up with his wife, Ainsley, to bring a new side to his unique gift.

Ainsley began her career as a musician alongside Steve back in 2001 when she released her first album, Autumn. While she is mostly known from her performances

with Steve, Ainsley is herself a singer and songwriter. She joins Steve with vocals, guitar, whistles and flutes to bring audiences a collection of songs from their six albums and some of their

favourite covers. Their mission is to encourage and uplift spirits as they share their stories and songs and minister out of thirty years of life on the road, thirty years of marriage and all the

triumphs and struggles they have met along the way.

The couple play regularly in churches, cafes, halls, prisons, schools and homes, traveling anywhere they are invited.

And now it’s Motueka’s turn. Catch one or both of the couple’s performances.

Te Awhina Marae, Saturday 10 August, entry by koha, 7pm9pm

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Steve and Ainsley Apirana will perform in Motueka.

Putting the wow in weddings leads to national award

Involved in weddings from beneath the earth’s surface to thousands of feet above it, and a plethora of fascinating locations on terra firma itself has resulted in local celebrant and wedding consultant Terri Everett of ‘The Dream Maker’ being awarded New Zealand’s most ‘Unique Wedding Experience’ at the annual Wedding Industry Awards hosted in Rotorua on Friday, 26 July.

In 2014 the awards began locally in Rotorua and this year they were opened up to include wedding businesses around the country in a bid to recognise, distinguish and honour the exceptional talent found within the vibrant New Zealand wedding and events industry.

“I’ve been really working hard for the

last ten years to get the Nelson Tasman region recognised as a premier wedding destination so for me to win this in the first national awards feels amazing,” says Terri.

“This is huge recognition for Motueka and our region, as one of the most diverse ceremony locations for destination elopements and micro wedding events. Our little town has so much to offer this growing global industry and an award like this certainly will bring attention to our tourism experience.”

For a decade Terri has been transforming dreams into realities for countless couples and customers from all over the world as she specialises in intimate life celebrations with couples and families who like things a bit different.

“Nothing ever really surprises me anymore, yet I’m constantly being surprised. It’s so special to be part of something so important to those couples. I get to meet the most beautiful people and have the opportunity to work with incredible local and national photographers.”

Priding herself on her personal service, Terri says she goes beyond expectations right down to the tiniest detail, reflecting on customer’s personality and budget while offering unlimited support with passion, flair and love.

Terri is currently working with Rainbow Skifield’s James Lazor and Rob & Angela Hunt from Murchison Heli Tours to promote mountain top and snow weddings.

“We are also promoting the diversi-

ty of the region, we have Mt Olympus and Canaan Downs next to Harwoods Hole which were two great locations for Lord of the Rings, and we’re lucky enough to have the stunning Ngarua cave on our doorstep.”

Event co-director Peter Duncan says Terri’s ability to flawlessly pull off weddings in the most difficult terrain and her access to three national parks, along with special access to helicopter and charter boat services saw her stand out.

“The Dream Maker makes an otherwise impossible dream become a reality and plays a vital part in the NZ wedding industry heartbeat, and her passion and commitment to her craft has distinguished her among her industry peers,” says Peter.

Terri’s ability to organise weddings in environments from mountain tops to sandy beaches has led to her business named New Zealand’s most ‘Unique Wedding Experience’. Above photo: Boutique Wedding Photography. Below photo: Sarah Hodgett Photography.

Motueka

Terri Everett (right) enables another happy couple to tie the knot. Photo: Boutique Wedding Photography.

Motueka Youth Council drive redevelopment of Thorp Bush

It’s been a long time in the pipeline so when the first sods were turned last Wednesday toward the redevelopment of the Te Maatu/ Thorp Bush entrance, there was jubilation among members of the Motueka Youth

Council, who initiated the project.

“It’s good to see it finally start to happen. It’s really about destigmatising the area and making it somewhere people want to come,” says Youth Council representative May Takahashi.

Several years ago the Youth Council identified that antisocial behaviour and perceptions of safety were an issue in Te Maatu/Thorp Bush, preventing the community from fully enjoying the area. The Youth Council

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carried out surveys and engagement with the local community around the issues, and came up with a plan to redesign the entranceway to provide a safe and welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. The redeveloped entrance will incorpo-

rate lighting and social seating arrangements.

Ngati Rarua Atiawa Iwi Trust (NRAIT) have donated two pou for the entranceway, while Keep Motueka Beautiful will contribute information panels. Funding for the project has been

provided by the Ministry for Youth Development, Tasman District Council who manage Thorp Bush and the Motueka Community Board.

Te Maatu/Thorp Bush is an ecologically-important forest remnant, one of the

few remaining podocarp-hardwood lowland forests in Tasman District. It is important to iwi as part of Te Maatu (big bush) and a historic large food garden. “We hope the changes will make the public want to spend more time here.”

Motueka Youth Council’s May Takahashi and TDC Horticultural Officer Lynne Hall turn the first sod signifying the beginning of a redesigned entranceway to Thorp Bush, while Youth Council members celebrate and others who have backed the project enjoy the moment.

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Garden Gurus at Motueka Library

12 August, 11am-12.30pm

Topic: Bizarre Botanicals, What’s happening in your patch.

Scrabble

Wednesdays 1.30-4pm

Bring a friend or meet new people. Scrabble boards available in the Library, BookCafe at Motueka Library

Monday 19 August, 11am-12.30

Topic: Books that were made into films. Do films reflect the original books? Discuss and debate over coffee and cake.

Poetry Creation Station at Motueka Library

23 August is National Poetry Day.

Unleash your poetry talents by creating a poem with words from magazines. The Poetry Creation Station is available all day on the 23 August.

To the Tasman District Council:

Extinction Rebellion Motueka wants to sincerely thank you for the important step you have made in Telling the Truth about Climate Change with regard to the Coastal Management - Responding to Climate Change letter sent to at risk property owners and your corresponding website. We believe this first step will help “wake up” the people living in this region to the threat of Climate Change and Ecological Crisis.

Chocolate and Nuts at Motueka Library

Friday 23 August, 11-12 noon

Join us for tastings, conversation and fun chocolate facts. Bring recipes to swap and enjoy library books.

PRINCESS CRUISES TRAVEL PRESENTATION.

On your website you state “While the rate and magnitude of future sea level rise is uncertain, we do know that rising sea levels will have increasing implications for development and infrastructure in coastal areas along with environmental, cultural and societal effects.” We agree that this is very true. Our lives will be increasingly affected. We appreciate that you have alerted the district to the need to Act Now. Hopefully the conversations that you have initiated, starting with people whose properties are affected will grow into a groundswell of increasing awareness of just how serious Climate Change is to all of us and translate into actions of emission reduction that reduce the severity as much as possible.

However, with all due respect, we must point out that there is increasing evidence, a preponderance of evidence, that more than strongly suggests Climate Change is occurring faster than ever. The letter is in large part supported by and drawn from the document provided by the NZ Ministry of the Environment entitled “Coastal Hazards and Climate Change: Guidance for Local Government”. This document is based on the Fifth Assessment Report produced by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change 2014. (There has been a subsequent IPCC Special Report October 2018.) While we applaud the step towards adaptive planning, we are very concerned that it is based on outdated and very conservative science. It does not convey the urgency with which we must act. We believe that serious mitigation efforts need to be put in place immediately which means major cuts in the emission of greenhouse gasses.

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House of Travel and Peter from Princess Cruises will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about our various cruise itineraries plus the different ships and port excursions available.

Whether you’re new to cruising or looking for your next exciting cruise adventure there will be something for everyone.

Last year, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reported that to keep the rise in global temperatures below 1.5C this century, emissions of carbon dioxide would have to be cut by 45% by 2030. Soon even this data will be updated to show an even earlier date and greater percentage of emissions. The window of time to change the rising temperature trajectory is closing rapidly. We therefore continue to demand of you, the Tasman District Council, to declare a Climate Emergency and act as if the Truth about Climate Change is real. Make it more than symbolic.

Tasman District and its citizens need your strong and decisive leadership NOW to immediately create strategies for reducing emissions. We voted you into office with the fundamental understanding that our government will ensure the safety of its citizens and a healthy viable future.

Sincerely on behalf of Motueka Extinction Rebellion, Patsy Blackstock, Motueka

Dear Editor,

Congratulations to the four local high school students who recently did a 40-hour hike to raise funds for World Vision. Charlie MacLennan, Riley O’Connor, Kyla Rayward and Jessie Fa’avae would restore anyone’s faith in the young - if you had any doubts.

Doing a double crossing of the Kahurangi National Park in a weekend is of epic proportions for most of us and to think of doing this after watching orphaned children walking for weeks to reach Uganda demonstrates real empathy. To raise over $3000 in the process is a fantastic achievement.

Hopefully World Vision will continue to benefit as more people read of their efforts and go to the World Vision website to donate. Well done to these four young people and to their supportive families.

Yours sincerely,

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Good Bitches in midst of national appeal week

Motueka’s Good Bitches Baking coordinator Heather Paton-Brown shows off her batch of brownie.

The Motueka chapter is hosting a Quiz Night to raise funds on Thursday, 22 August at 7.30pm in the Sprig & Fern. To book a table please call 528 4684. Loads of awesome prizes!

Making Aotearoa the kindest place on earth is no piece of cake so from August 2 until August 9 Good Bitches Baking is calling on Kiwis to donate to their cause during their Appeal Week.

Good Bitches Baking is a network of people who want to show kindness to those in their communities who are having a tough time. They do this by baking them a delicious treat.

There are too many people out there hav-

ing a tough time, families with children in hospital, those using food banks and soup kitchens, residents in hospice and their loved ones, women and children fleeing domestic violence. The Good Bitches hope to just give them a moment of sweetness in their time of crisis. They’ve been told that knowing someone cared enough to make them a treat helped them through the toughest of days.

Their GiveaLittle

page is ready and accepting donations with all the funds going toward keeping ovens on around the country.

Alternatively you can get friends together and hold a bake sale, donating proceeds to the GiveaLittle page.

Our local Motueka chapter is one of 20 across New Zealand, and nationally there are over 2000 volunteers involved.

Local woman Kelsie Inglis has been tasked with being the Appeal Week Bitch and is

managing the campaign on a national level. “Our target is to raise $30,000 which will go toward day-today management and baking boxes and flyers,” says Kelsie.

A $25 donation can give one chapter baking boxes for a month which Kelsie says are necessary for the Good Bitches to maintain a level of standard and hygiene.

To donate please visit https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/be-agood-bitch-2019

May Takahashi was selected by Maureen Pugh MP to speak at a Youth debate held in Parliament during the recent school holidays. It was May’s role to represent the youth in our electorate without party politics.

May spoke in the General Debate category which meant she was allowed to speak on any topic of her choosing. May’s topic was on the issues with NZ’s waste disposal systems.

A distinctly Italian flavour at NCMA

Think of Italy and it conjures up images of art, architecture, the food and the sounds of Vivaldi, Verdi, Tartini and more.

For a taste of Italian chamber music on Sunday, 11 August, head along to Nelson Centre of Musical Arts as the NCMA Chamber Orchestra perform Viva L’Italia as part of NCMA’s Celebration Series.

The group who

are directed by New Zealand Symphony Orchestra’s assistant concertmaster, violinist Donald Armstrong will perform music by Vivaldi, Tartini, Respighi, Puccini, Morricone and Geminiani.

Italian born trumpeter Raffaele Bandoli will feature as a soloist, performing the Tartini Trumpet Concerto in d major and Fleur Jackson and Juliet

Ayre will feature as soloists alongside Donald Armstrong in Vivaldi’s Concerto for Three Violins and Strings.

NCMA’s Celebration Series presents Viva L’Italia at NCMA on Sunday, 11 August at 3:30pm. Tickets are $30 + service fee and available at ticketdirect.co.nz

This concert is proudly supported by La Comida.

Bailey O’Malley and Carol Duffy together at Motueka Library last Thursday for the launch of Carol’s book ‘It’s Time To Go!’ skilfully illustrated by Bailey.

The book about native birds of New Zealand has been a “journey” for Carol who says it didn’t start out as a book, but more as a “doodling of rhymes and ideas” while working on her Diploma of Children’s Literature.

After determining to make it a book, Carol approached Bailey to illustrate it having seen some of his contributions to ToiToi and other amazing projects he’s completed in the past few years.

“I’ve very much enjoyed journeying with Bailey and we’ve both learned heaps along the way,” says Carol.

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Italian born trumpeter Raffaele Bandoli will feature as a soloist at the NCMA.

Lifestyle Blockers Skills Day at Dovedale School

Own a block of land but don’t have all the necessary skills to run it properly? Need to set up some irrigation and not sure where to start? Want to learn and practice shearing a sheep? Considering getting beehives on your property? Wanting to go self-sufficient and live off the land, maybe making some money off your land too? The innovative PTA of Dovedale School are running a hands-on practical farm skills day this Saturday, 10 August for their school fundraiser from 8.45am.

Choose from a range of workshops such as sheep know-how, beginner bee-keeping, pasture management, pruning and grafting, calf rearing, irrigation, taxation, composting

and garden planning, fencing, welding, fibre processing, buying and keeping a pony, animal health and husbandry, hairdressing, fire safety, Oamaru stone sculpting, goat know-how and farm management. Receive farm style morning and afternoon tea, and lunch! Generous sponsors have lots of spot prizes, and Farm Consultant of the Year Brent Boyce will be onsite all day for any questions you have.

Head along to enjoy a day out in Dovedale while learning everything you need to know to suit your block, and support a school raising money for their kids at the same time. Register online dovedale.school.nz or call Kirsten 021 141 2247.

On Saturday Dovedale School’s fundraiser will ensure lifestyle blockers are equipped with the necessary skills and information to successfully manage their property.

Sisters Nika and Samara Holland enjoy some rink time with the Motueka Home School group. The group meets on a weekly basis to enjoy a variety of activities.

100 birthdays for Betty!

It’s a milestone worthy of a Queen’s message so naturally last Tuesday there was great excitement at Motueka’s Woodlands

Resthome and Village as Betty Searle celebrated her 100th birthday.

Born and raised on a market garden in the Hutt Valley with a father who freely offered up his 2-step advice to a long life which involved firstly growing your own veges and secondly eating some of them, Betty was one of three daughters.

The three sisters would often accompany their father on early Saturday morning drives to deliver their fresh produce to the market. Their regular mode of transport to school was by pony and following her education Betty went on to become a part-time machinist in a clothing factory. She maintained part-time hours in order to always be home for her only child, son Lee, when

he arrived home from school. When Lee and his father took up gokarting, Betty, not one to idly watch, became actively involved in the judging aspect and in 1963 in the hugely male-dominated sport she was awarded sportsman of the year.

An active member of the community Betty donated her time to

the Citizens Advice Bureau, became a JP and aided the Upper Hutt Police and courts, often separating Mongrel Mob and Black Power members. Her acts saw her receive certificates of appreciation from the police.

In 2010 she made the shift from Hutt Valley to Motueka,

where her son Lee Searle also resides.

On Tuesday, Betty was the delighted recipient of not only a card from the Queen herself but also PM Jacinda Ardern, local MP Damien O’Connor and Governor General Patsy Reddy along with gifts and cards from friends and family members.

Betty Searle celebrated her 100th birthday last Tuesday at Woodlands in Motueka.

Betty in 1963 with her sportsman of the year trophy.

Govt targets fewer deaths on the road

The Government is seeking feedback on a road safety plan that aims to prevent 750 deaths and 5,600 serious injuries on New Zealand roads over the next 10 years.

“Most road deaths and serious injuries are preventable and too many New Zealanders have lost their lives or been seriously injured in crashes that could have been prevented by road safety upgrades,” says Associate Transport Minister Julie Anne Genter.

“This plan adopts the world-leading Vision Zero approach to road safety – which applies the principle that no one should be killed or seriously injured on our roads.

“We do not expect to eliminate road deaths overnight but we can, over time, improve our roads so that simple mistakes do not result in devastating consequences.

“To drive real action from central and local government we are proposing to set a target to reduce annual deaths and serious injuries by 40 percent

by 2030 (compared to the 377 people killed last year).

“If achieved, this would prevent 750 deaths and 5,600 serious injuries on New Zealand roads over the next 10 years.

“We are taking a balanced approach to making our roads safer – investing significantly more in safety improvements, increasing safe driving messages and investigating lower speed limits only on the most dangerous roads in the country.

“Already this Government is investing a record $1.4 billion over three years to upgrade over 3,300km of our most dangerous roads. This plan proposes greater investment in proven safety upgrades like median barriers, roundabouts and safe cycling infrastructure.

“Drivers also have to do better, and we’re investing more in driver training and education, with new programmes targeted at helping younger drivers get their license and develop safe driving skills.

A complete and affordable skin cancer service in Motueka

Our lovely Nelson/Tasman region is a beautiful place to live. Lots of outdoor opportunities, and winter or summer, the sun almost always shines. The downside of these long sunny days is that Nelson/Tasman has the highest skin cancer rates in the world. When skin cancer is discovered early, the treatment is often simple. Especially early discovery of melanoma saves lives! This was the reason for dr. Sebastiaan Klaver to start his skin cancer clinic based in Motueka.

Dr. Seb Klaver is the experienced skin cancer doctor behind the SKIN doctor. He is originally from the Netherlands and has been working as a GP at the Doctors in Motueka since 2015. He has had a special interest in skin cancer and surgery since 2010. He completed extensive training in dermoscopy, skin cancer medicine and advanced skin surgery through the Skin Cancer College Australia, and is an accredited skin cancer doctor with the SCCA. Since 2019 dr. Klaver also participates in the GPSI program for skin cancer treatment through the Nelson Marlborough DHB, where the hospital refers patients to the SKIN doctor for more complex surgical treatment.

At the SKIN doctor we work according to evidence based international guidelines, which recommend regular skin checks combined with mole mapping. Especially people with high risk for skin cancer and previous skin cancer are advised to have a yearly skin check.

At our intake we do a risk assessment, full body mole mapping photography and a close up full body microscopic spot check. If there are lesions of concern, we discuss the surgical and non surgical options, and we will prescribe medication if needed. At follow up appointments we offer liquid ice treatment or removing a little bit of skin (biopsy) to come to a diagnose. Also dr Seb Klaver is a well trained skin cancer surgeon, so if surgical removal of a skin spot is needed you are in good hands!

Prevention is better than cure, so before jumping into summer make sure SLIP on a long sleeve shirt and seek shade, SLOP on sunscreen frequently, SLAP on a hat and WRAP on sunglasses! And book yourself and your partner in for a complete skin cancer check with the SKIN doctor in Motueka!

Skin checks at the SKIN doctor can be booked by calling the reception at The Doctors Motueka at 03 5288358. Everybody is welcome, even if you are not enrolled at The Doctors. Make sure you ask for a skin clinic intake with the SKIN doctor, a half an hour appointment for 150 dollar.

Please have a look at the website for more information: www.theskindoctor.co.nz

I hope to see you soon for a skin check!

Dr. Sebastiaan Klaver the SKIN doctor

MHS students practise making mocktails to serve at their upcoming school production, MADD, on August 23 and 24.

Dr Sebastiaan Klaver GP, Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor

Linda Dormer Healthcare Assistant

out&about

Left: New Zealand representative dart player Greg Moss is one of the more than 500 players to descend on Motueka this week for the national championships.

Right: Alesha Sturgeon with son Boston and Judith Gearry with daughter Madison ready to take part in last week’s Big Latch On event, promoting breastfeeding.

Left: Good Bitches Appeal week organiser Kelsie Inglis shows off goodies at the group’s bake-stall during the Sunday markets.

Right: Grace Robinson shows her appreciation for duet ‘Lush’ comprised of Joshua Boyer and Lucy Summerfield during the Sarau Winter Sale at the Moutere Hills Community Centre on Saturday, 27 July.

Maegan Gardner and Benjamin, Ella Causer and Amelia and Jennifer Boylett and Ralph at Friday’s Big Latch On event.

Inc.

You are invited to have a go at Lawn Bowls!

This last season was a very successful year for the Motueka Bowling Club in the Nelson centre.

One of their players won the Bowls Nelson Under Player of the year. This is taken over all Under 8 players men and women. The Motueka Women’s Centre 4’s won for the first time ever since the trophy was first presented in the 1950s. Other competitions won this season include; Women’s Champion of Champion Pairs, Men’s Champion of Champion Fours, Men’s Veteran Champion of Champion Pairs, Women’s Junior Champion of Champion Singles. What a stellar effort from club members, congratulations to all involved.

The Motueka Bowling Club are looking forward to seeing some friendly faces this Saturday. Current members will be there to offer guidance and advice, you’ll also discover a free sausage sizzle!

Lawn Bowls is a sport for all ages, see you on the green this Saturday! For more information check out their website www.sporty.co.nz/motuekabowls or facebook page www.facebook.com/motuekabowling

Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Motueka Bowling Club? Now is your chance, get involved, make new friends and enjoy some gentle exercise. The Motueka Bowling Club is hosting a “Have a Go at Lawn Bowls” afternoon this Saturday 10 August 1 pm – 4 pm.

The history of bowls goes back hundreds of years. Originating in ancient Egypt, bowls have been played in England since the 13th century. In the mid-19th century, it experienced a revival, especially in Scotland. The Scots developed flat greens and drew up rules that remain largely unchanged.

The Motueka Bowling Club was established in Pah Street in 1909 and has been enjoyed and appreciated by our local community ever since. Currently, there is a membership of 75 players but they are always look-

Sheryl Riordan of the Motueka Bowling Club explains more. “We play championship in the summer season which runs from the end of September to the end of April. In the winter we play tournaments every 2nd weekend for social outings and to keep your hand in for summer.”

“There are social roll-up days on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 1 pm all year round. In the summer we run league bowls on a Monday night from 6 pm to 8 pm. Get a team together and come along for a bit of fun.”

“Social games of 3/5’s are run on a Friday night for members to come along for a game of bowls, free sausage sizzle and a get-together.

Have a Go at Lawn Bowls Saturday 10 August 1 pm - 4pm 44 Pah St, Motueka

FREE Sausage Sizzle

An afternoon of fun and laughter!

Our slice of paradise

With three national parks on our doorstep, we live in one of the most incredible regions on the planet. Motueka is a holiday destination and it’s no wonder, with a plethora of activities on offer and the most scenic of locations to uncover. We are so unbelievably lucky to live here.

Motueka is renowned for our hospitality and with the helpful Motueka i-SITE team being the first point of contact for many visitors it’s no wonder we have such a reputation.

The team at Motueka i-SITE are nothing short of amazing, they know all the adventures on offer, the havens of paradise to unearth and the wide variety of activities to bring a smile to your face and add warmth to your heart. They are open every day of the year, bar Christmas day, with Decks Reserve parking right outside the door.

Explore our region with Motueka i-SITE and find out where the specials are too.

What pieces of paradise have you discovered in our region? There is so much to see and do, experiences to be had and memories to be made. Make Motueka i-SITE your first port of call for advice and information when it comes to uncovering our region.

This resource is not just for visitors, it’s for everyone, Motueka i-SITE is fantastic and it’s free!

At the Motueka i-SITE, they offer a free booking and planning service, expert information, and there are a bunch of friendly faces just waiting to welcome you to our extraordinary region. They can help you find things to do, ways to get around, and places to rest your head at night, both within the Abel Tasman region and further afield.

The best part? There are absolutely no fees! They will help you plan and book your itinerary at the operator’s price.

20 Wallace St, Motueka, Tasman 7120, NZ

From boat cruises to mountain biking, the team at Motueka i-SITE are experts on our region.

The team at Motueka i-SITE specialise in our local National Parks and local adventures. Operating on behalf of the Department of Conservation (DOC) as an approved ticketing agent for all Great Walks, National Park campsites, huts and annual passes throughout New Zealand. They also serve as a community hub for Fast-way, Post Haste and DX Mail. There’s a marvellous retail shop on site which stocks a brilliant range of locally made products, safety gear, skincare and souvenirs.

Explore a wonderful variety of local t-shirts promoting both Motueka and the Abel Tasman National Park, it’s one of the best places in town to shop for gifts.

This time of year is perfect for booking adventures, why not plan a day trip or a weekend getaway anywhere in New Zealand.

Thinking local…. Take a boat cruise, kayak our turquoise waters, meander through one of our National Parks beset with birdsong or mount up for a horse ride along the beach, try the Buller Gorge swing bridge, sail or kayak the Abel Tasman or enjoy an Eco Tour.

Embrace our backyard, you’ll be amazed and rewarded for doing so.

The Buller Gorge swing bridge is a must do. Cross by foot or for the more adventurous fly like superman!

20 Wallace St, Motueka, Tasman 7120, NZ

Backing our community

As well as helping locals and visitors with bookings and advice, Motueka i-SITE serve and assist our community as a whole. There are a variety of charities, groups and events they support and promote including:

• Tasman Bay Guardians

• Project Janszoon

• The Abel Tasman Tree Collective

• The Abel Tasman Bird Song Trust

• Motueka Lions Club

• Rotary Club Motueka

• Kai Fest

• Lift Off Abel Tasman

• Whenuaiti student work education programs

• The Police Managers Guild Trust.

Now that’s both fantastic and impressive, brilliant work Motueka i-SITE, thanks for supporting such incredible organisations!

The Abel Tasman Tree Collective one of the many local projects supported by our Motueka i-SITE.

On top of the world! The remarkable Wendy Smith, Manager of Motueka i-SITE

20 Wallace St, Motueka, Tasman 7120, NZ

Upper Buller Gorge SH6, State Highway Murchison

Tasman Bay Promotions Association

Motueka i-SITE is operated by the Tasman Bay Promotions Association (TBPA). The TBPA is a volunteer group of operators, dedicated to bringing visitors here and sharing the extraordinary place we call home with them.

The Tasman Bay Promotions Association (Inc) is an organisation with set objectives to publicise the region, assist in the coordination of all activities to do so, create awareness of the regions recreational opportunities, encourage awareness and protection of its natural resources, assist and promote any movement, idea, suggestion, or enterprise which is of benefit to the region, and ensure visitors are welcomed, entertained and given the assistance and information they require whilst in the region.

The Tasman Bay Promotions Association is led by a highly competent and dedicated board of volunteers, working for all of its members by marketing and advertising on their behalf, and securing bookings for their business. Marketing material produced by the TBPA includes the annually produced Official Abel Tasman Regional Visitor Guide and the TBPA/ Motueka i-SITE website, www.visitabeltasman.nz

Tasman Bay Promotions Association members gain further reach benefits with the Visit Abel Tasman site being alongside Nelson Regional Development Agency’s site for a wider regional picture.

They welcome new members to join in their endeavours to celebrate and promote our extraordinary region. For more information or to discuss membership options please send an email to info@motuekaisite.co.nz

Kayak in the Abel Tasman National Park and discover incredible marine

What do people say about Motueka i-SITE?

Do we have the best i-SITE in New Zealand? Quite possibly yes, the team there are outstanding. Did you know they speak six different languages between them? Amazing. Check out these reviews....

Most memorable i-SITE visit in NZ

You know it’s been a positive experience when you want to say goodbye to i-SITE staff before leaving town. Sheryl was super helpful, friendly, and obviously passionate about her work promoting the region. It was refreshing to see such genuine enthusiasm. Thank-you Sheryl and the team for the warm welcome and helping us enjoy our stay that much more!

Always visit your i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

They give you their hidden gems that other’s outside the region might not know about. Trained staff and most bookings are done free for you saving time and money using your own phone or internet. They can book one activity or days/weeks worth and make a fantastic itinerary all over our beautiful country - New Zealand

Helpful staff

Stopped off to ask for a map etc.. Welcoming and helpful staff who gave us what we needed- definitely worth stopping in if you’re looking for things to see and do.

The legendary Sheryl Waters books an adventure.

Huge interest in Tuia 250 Voyage Trainee berths

New Zealanders have jumped at the chance to apply for a free trainee berth aboard vessels that form the flotilla in the Tuia 250 Voyage, oversubscribing available spaces by more than three times, says Tuia 250 National Coordinating Committee Co-Chair Dame Jenny Shipley.

The Join the Journey campaign gave 450 lucky New Zealanders the chance to sail aboard a waka hourua, va’a tipaerua or a heritage sailing ship navigating New Zealand waters in October to December, in voyage legs ranging from one day to two weeks.

The trainee berths were available to New Zealanders 16 and over, as well as Year 10 students nominated by their schools, in the

recent three-week Join the Journey application period.

There were close to 1,200 registrations for the 230 trainee berths on the youth ship Spirit of New Zealand – a significant oversubscription. There were also 320 applications received for the 220 trainee berths for New Zealanders aged 18 and over.

Dame Jenny Shipley is thrilled that the opportunity to help crew on the vessels has attracted so many young people in particular.

“The trainee berths are a unique opportunity to experience first-hand what arrivals to New Zealand might have been like for the peoples of the Pacific over some 1,000 years of voyaging heritage, and the

crew of the Endeavour from Britain in 1769,” says Jenny.

“So many young New Zealanders have registered their interest in being a part of the Tuia 250 Voyage. This is heartening, because they will learn, share and understand the stories of those times from both perspectives, and the future of this country will soon enough be in their hands.”

Hoturoa BarclayKerr, fellow Tuia 250 National Coordinating Committee Co-Chair, agrees, “In traditional Pacific voyaging, the process of training to be a master navigator started in childhood. So it is fantastic that so many teenagers want to join the Tuia 250 Flotilla. We cannot take all the applicants unfortunately, but we

know the ones who do sail will communicate with their friends, whanau and the New Zealand public to help them all share in this extraordinary experi-

Navigating their way onto international stage

ence.

“The Tuia 250 Voyage is a symbolic journey for Aotearoa,” he says. “It is the key event in 2019 as we celebrate New

Zealand’s thousandyear Pacific voyaging heritage, and commemorate 250 years since the first onshore meetings between Maori and Pakeha in

1769.”

Registrations for the Join the Journey waitlist are still open at: www.tuia250.nz/ tuia-250-voyagetrainees.

Dun Run to celebrate 25 years

This month the Dun Run will celebrate its 25th anniversary on August 28. More than 325 athletes have already signed on to run into “the backwoods of Nelson” and along its sub alpine mineral belt.

Motueka High School students, Zefa Fa’avae, Kyla Rayward, Hannah Mangnall, Jessie Fa’avae and Riley Croxford have been selected for the New Zealand Schools Orienteering Team.

For the first time in well over a decade Nelson juniors have been selected to represent New Zealand in Australia for the NZ Schools Orienteering Team and five of the six selected come from Motueka High School.

Wearing the sil-

ver fern will be Kyla Rayward and Jessie Fa’avae in the senior girls, Hannah Mangnall in the junior girls and Zefa Fa’avae and Riley Croxford in the junior boys.

With only two other schools nationwide able to claim as many representatives,

Nelson Orienteering secretary Michael Croxford says, “It’s a great achievement by them all and testament to the wide range of opportunities that Motueka and the wider Tasman District has to offer”.

The students will compete in Wagga

Wagga and surrounds from September, 27 through to October, 6 for the Southern Cross Trophy against the six Australian States and the Australian Capital Territory in the 2019 Australian Schools Championships, using their navigational skills while moving at speed.

The shorter original 26km course is obviously the most popular with 255 entered but the hardier long distance exponents have 70 along their 39km route which begins at the Trafalgar St Bridge before following the Maitai River to above the Dam where they meet up with the rest of the field.

After reaching Coppermine Saddle all then get to descend New Zealand’s first railway line plus get a first-hand look as they cross the newly installed footbridge that hopefully saves the his-

toric trail from slipping further into the Brook Sanctuary’s confines.

Then it’s a continuation down to Andrews Farm and a more than welcome finish.

To date the field is almost equally split between locals and visitors with a trio entered from overseas. The organiser, Nelson Events, expects numbers to swell to around 400 by event day.

The Long course has pre-requisites of 18 years-old plus the current ability to run a half marathon or equivalent in under 2 hours while the Original is more relaxed, 16 years-old being the minimum age plus 2hrs 45 minutes or better for a Half. Full details and online entry available at nelsonevents.co.nz

A runner enjoys the “backwoods” of Nelson. Photo: Grant Stirling.

Motueka Golf ClubLadies

Ladies results for 30/7/19

9 Hole ladies played par R/3

1st : Bev Bradley All square

2nd: Lynne Bixley 3 down

Tasman Small-bore Rifle Club

At the Tasman Small-bore Rifle Club night on July, 29 the following scores were achieved:

Barry Fickling 196.8

Viv Tibbs 191.10

John Greenhough 98.6

Krystal Thawley 99.6 94.1

Mark Scales 84.0 189.4

Andy Scott 91.2

Heather Adams 93.2

Bradley Gale 92.1

Heather Sinclair-Wentworth 92.1

Zahli Greenhough 91.0

Bryn 91.0

Jayden 69.0

Christopher 76.0

Leo 39.1

Carl 88.1

Glen 89.1

Jean 89.0

Motueka Bridge

Kina

Tasman Golf

9H Women Stablefords – Monday, 5 August

1 Marita Hattersley

2 Raewyn Bailey

3 Pam Robert

18H Men’s Play Saturday 03 August resultsStrokeplay Rd2 + Club Champs

Rd2 - Gross Round in grades

Seniors: Nick Thomsen

Intermediate: Warren Willetts

Junior A: Owen Pitman

Junior B: Ken Wood

Nearest the Pin: Warren Willetts

2’s: Warren Willetts x 2 Owen Pitman

18H Men Stablefords - Wednesday 31 July 2019

1 = Louis Lucas-Perry & Chris Jones 38

Two’s: Wayne Robinson x 1, Rob Bloor x 2

9H Women Hidden Holes - Monday 29 July 2019

1 Pam Robert

2 Val Docker

3 Raewyn Bailey

TAS students impress at 2019 national tournament in Rotorua

This year selected students from around the country attended the annual Area Schools’ Tournament which this year was held in Rotorua.

Tapawera Area School had seven students selected to play as part of the Top of the South Island team in football, volleyball and rugby. Starting on July 8, they competed against three other regions on each day, two from the North Island and the South of the South Island. There were mixed results against tough opposition but the boys football did manage a draw with the South and a win over the North of the North with our very own Tom Haunch hitting the winning goal, whilst the rugby managed to beat the North of the North with strong performances from Flynn Morgan and

Motu Harris. The main success came from volleyball where both boys and girls teams remained unbeaten to take the winning positions. Tapawera were well-represented by Rosa Cameron, Grace Mytton, Janette Chetham and Tom Haunch.

During a formal dinner on the Wednesday evening our students found out if they were to be selected based on their efforts for the South Island team to play against the North on the Thursday. As a result, Rosa, Janette and Grace were selected for Girls volleyball and Tom was selected for volleyball and football. The North Island went on to have a very successful day but although the girls’ volleyball and boys’ football suffered narrow defeats, the boys volleyball came away

with a victory.

Before we headed back to catch the ferry, Janette Chetham received recognition from the selectors naming her in New

Zealand Area Schools Volleyball, Lacey Burnett was named in Football and Tom Haunch was named in both Volleyball and Football.

These students and a wider group will be looking forward to next year when they have the opportunity to compete in the 2020 Dunedin tournament.

Tapawera Area School students enjoy a quick stop-over in Bulls on their way to the national Area Schools 2019 Tournament in Rotorua.

CommunityNotices

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DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY. Please send to: guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

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

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

BREAST CANCER 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

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

YOGA FOR PEOPLE AFFECTED BY CANCER

Thursdays 5.15pm Register 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

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORTGROUP

Meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 2636 or Lloyd 544 2636

DO YOUHAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM?

Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.

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

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.

NEW 2 MOT

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 HOUSE MEETING

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.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA

MOTUEKA Community Gardens Trust AGM - Tues 20th August. Community House, potluck dinner / AGM 6.30pm. All welcome.

entertainment

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.

DIABETES MOTUEKA SUPPORT GROUP

Next meeting is 10 am Wednesday 14 August at Motueka community hospital Courtney street Motueka. Heather 5289689.

NELSONRAILWAY

Founders Park. The Railcar will be running Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th August, from 11am, weather permitting. Adults $6 Children $4 Under 3 years free. See you at the station

MOTUEKA SENIOR CITIZENS 10 PAH ST RUMMIKUB every THURSDAY 1.00-4.00pm Contact Dylis 5288960. ACTIVITIES AFTERNOON this FRIDAY 9th AUGUST 1.15-3.30PM All welcome fun games including darts and cards.Contact Mavis 5268796.

QUIZ NIGHT IN SUPPORT OF GOOD BITCHES BAKING

Thursday 22 August 2019 @ 7.30pm, Sprig & Fern Motueka. $3 entry per person - Raffles on the night $2 each or 3 for $5 - Lots of awesome prize packs to be won. To book a table for your team call 03 528 4684.

antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 027 448 4430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

Seniornet members have one on one help sessions with their computers etc. To join Seniornet Motueka, phone Mary on 5288600 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz health

builder required

BUILDER / Handyman needed to erect 3x3 metre horse shelter. Materials have been purchased, just need someone to build it. Phone evenings 03 527 8228

hairdresser

ANTIQUES, furniture (desks, bookcases, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, chaise lounge, wardrobe, mirrors, rugs etc). Collectibles, paintings, toys, books, records etc. Sell, buy, value. 6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond ph 544 0723. Open Mon-Sat. www. antiquesnewzealand.co.nz in

NOLEEN Bertha Gibbins 5-8-17.

Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Sadly missed by your family Murray, Karen, Graeme, Jocelyn, Kerry, Maree, Grandchildren, Great grandchildren & Great Great grandchild.

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.

SATURDAY 8.30 to 12. 16 Ledger Ave. Garage/ Garden Tools, Household, Bric a brac. All must go. Downsizing.

HUGE sale, furniture, appliances, books etc. Everything must go. Saturday 8-3pm - Main Road Lower Moutere

MASSIVE garage sell. Sat 10 august at 8am to 11am. Everything must go! Owner moving overseas. New stuff coming out each week. 63 High Street. Garage on Ingles street corner.

public notices

FOR Cancer Research N.Z. my book "Happy Days", cost $20. Please ph Grace Turner - 03 5289629 / Email - graceturner@xtra.co.nz

church services

Phone

situations vacant storage

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

STO R AG E Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.

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

stump grinding

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

property maintenance

FLAX removal. Tree removal / pruning. Hedges. Please contact Matt 021 261 3501

*FIRST HOME WANTED* Can you help us? We are a young, local family with two small children looking to buy our first home in the Motueka Area. We are seeking a 3 bedroom home with garage on a kid friendly section. If you are considering selling and would like to sell privately, please phone Shay on 03 528 4231 or 027 223 5831. No Agents Please.

public notices

HAVE YOU GOT A RENTAL AVAILABLE?

Place an advert with us. Email: guardian. motueka@xtra.co.nz

trades

CHIMNEY SWEEPPhone Steve 021 0810 1146.

Can-Am/Sea Doo Specialists & Stockist BRICK & Block laying, landscaping & Design, Fencing. For a free quote Ph 027 3355 002.

For all your maintenance and repairs on Sea Doo Jet skis, ATV and Side by Sides. On farm servicing/repairs @ $1 per km there and back.

10am Sunday | Pastor Bruce & Kay Mumm Chanel Arts Centre, Cnr High & Fearon Sts

Nau Mai Haere Mai All Welcome Enquiries to 0210 244 8235