Kahurangi’s Harry Curtis with ball in hand during Saturday’s Tasman Trophy final against Marist on Trafalgar Park. Despite Kahurangi’s narrow 20-18 loss, their efforts this season have been exceptional. Read more on page 10.
Three years ago, the then principal at Parklands School, Jacques Munro, consulted with staff, students and the community about their important values and came up with CARE – Collaboration, Agentic Learning, Responsibility and Empathy.
When Andrea Smith took over the principal’s role, together with her staff she took those values further by using Maori translations and making them their KAHA values. Kotahitanga/Ako/ Haepapa/Aroha which have the same meaning as the CARE values.
On Thursday, 17 June more than 100 people gathered at pre-dawn for the official unveiling and the formal blessing of the four pou, each representing the four values.
“These pou not only symbolise our values, but also a coming together of our kura’s
community and the beginning of a new dawn for Parklands. We are passionate about our kura and we are aiming high,” says Andrea.
The pou were carved by Matua Stuart Kere who says he was “very honoured” to take on the task and was influenced by their kuia of Parklands School,
Mere Kingi.
“Her mahi with our tamariki in Taumata Kahuki (Bilingual class) was instrumental,” says Stuart. “I would like to thank everyone who made this happen. I also want to mihi to Ngati Rarua and Te Atiawa for their guidance and leadership in all things pertaining to Te Ao
Maori.”
Former staff members, representatives from Te Awhina marae, Iwi and Ministry of Education joined current staff, whanau and tamariki of the school at the blessing with many staying on for a full gourmet breakfast courtesy of Jude Heath and the MoTEC team.
Andrea says feedback on the pou has been “amazing”. “The entrance to school is impressive and it has been great to be able to physically refer to our KAHA values to our visitors and our tamariki – when you walk through the gate at our kura –these are our expectations,” says Andrea.
Two of our longserving firefighters, Colin Hope and Tony White, were awarded Gold Stars in recognition of their 25 years of service.
“It’s a big ask to volunteer for 25+ years given the roles we do, but at the end of the day we volunteer to make the community a safer place, in turn achieving pride and satisfaction that we have made a difference,” says Motueka fire chief Mike Riddell. “It’s a huge commitment by these guys and girls, a great achievement to get a Gold Star.”
It was more than a quarter of a century ago when Tony’s neighbour poked his head over the fence and suggested he join him at the Wednesday night firefighters training in Kaiteriteri, kicking off his lengthy service.
Tony went on to become Kaiteriteri’s Station Officer and then the Senior Station Officer.
Travelling the coun-
try to attend fire conferences provided a “great time”.
“Most of all I really enjoyed the camaraderie and getting in and doing the job while learning bits and bobs along the way,” says Tony.
Early on in his firefighting career Tony was involved in fighting the Tasman Forest Fire that ripped through orchards surrounded by pine trees, and another standout call-out was for the Takaka Milk Plant where the Kaiteriteri Brigade saved the butter room.
“There’s some horrible things you have to deal with too, but you just do what you have to do,” says Tony. “It’s a great way of giving back to the community but it is quite hard, especially when selfemployed, it all comes at a cost. You do what you can do and do the best you can at the time.”
For Colin his firefighting commitment began organically, following on from a peri-
od with Civil Defence, he found himself at a loose end and decided to see what he could do with the local brigade. Taking on a role in Operational Support, Colin often “wouldn’t chase the red stuff” but would find himself operating traffic control and later maintaining the watch room and logbook.
“Although if there was a big fire or we’re short on crew I’ll go out,” says Colin.
Citing the camaraderie as one of the most enjoyable aspects, Colin was presented with his Gold Star in March this year, with family coming from far and wide to witness the occasion, including a daughter and grandchildren from Auckland and a son from the West Coast who joined local family.
One of his earliest memories is the Thomas Brothers fire which “totalled” their packing shed.
“It was the first major fire I attended and we spent some time
there, it’s stuck in my mind since then,” says Colin.
While Tony has retired from the Fire Service, Colin says he plans to continue but for “how long is an unknown”.
Both men are “proud” to have been formally recognised for their contribution to fire and emergency services in our community and accepted the Gold Star as a reflection of their commitment and the Fire Service’s appreciation for what they have achieved.
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Have you ever had annoying neighbours?
Next Thursday, 15 July the Motueka Music Group is hosting Lixin Zhang at the Chanel Arts Centre with the concert beginning at 7.30pm.
Said to be “an extraordinary young musician destined for a brilliant and exceptional career”, Lixin has already achieved so much.
Including 1st prize at the Wallace National Piano Competition, 2017; National Young Performer 2018; Peter Rowe Cup for Musicianship 2018; National Concerto Competition winner 2019 and 2020. He has given solo recitals in Europe, Spain and Switzerland and made concerto appearances with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and the Bach Music Orchestra. In 2018
Lixin topped the classical charts with a solo piano performance released by Rattle Records. He passed his LRSM Diploma with High Distinction and has attained a Fellowship Diploma Certificate from Trinity College, London. Lixin is also a recognised and trained violin play-
er.
Educated at Burnside College, Christchurch NZ, Lixin Zhang has not long turned 19 years of age. Born in 2002, Lixin began playing as a 4-year old studying with Neville Baird and later with Michael Endress and Richard
Mapp. The Motueka Music Group can bring Lixin to the Chanel thanks to the pandemic sweeping the world as he is currently enrolled at the Colburn Conservatory of Music in Los Angeles and has to attend classes through zoom!
This brilliant young
pianist is in demand both internationally and within New Zealand so the Motueka Music Group are very fortunate to have secured him to entertain you with a selection of wellknown classical pieces. They believe the lovely selection and
range of music Lixin Zhang will be playing is a concert which will be remembered for many years and they suggest you get your tickets very early from Floral Affaire as tickets are strictly limited. Tickets, adults $25, High School students $5.
Yes I have and it wasn’t very niceMaggie Smith Motueka
No, we have been lucky.James Bourke Napier
Yes I have had neighbours who were very nosey, it was awful.Gloria Anderson Motueka
I’ve been blessed with friendly, helpful neighbours.
Tactix players
Kimiora Poi, Erikana Pedersen and Charlotte Elley with students from back left, Quinn Manuge, Sophie Rush, Zoe Stewart, Isabella Davis and Max Inglis. Front: Emma Fraser and Grace Palmer.
In last week’s edition on page 4, the article ‘Awardwinning singers performing in Mapua’ included an incorrect phone number. The correct phone number to reserve seats is 027 436 0910. Door sales are also available. Please visit www. nelsonharmony.org.
nz for any further information.
‘Melodies in Mapua’ will be performed by the Nelson Bays
Harmony Chorus on Saturday, 10 July at 3pm in the Mapua Community Hall. Tickets $15.
While the Tactix netball team had a record-breaking 68-51 win over Magic in Nelson the previous night the real winners were Tasman School’s enthusiastic netballers who enjoyed a meet and greet with a few of their favourite Tactix stars on Tuesday, 22 June, made possible by one of their sponsors, Talley’s.
Student Zoe Stewart (10) attended the game and says she
was “so excited” to have mid-court Tactix stars Kimiora Poi, Charlotte Elley and Erikana Pedersen at school. “It was really fun at the game last night. It was so nice to be there because they’re my idols and I want to be like them when I grow up,” says Zoe, herself a budding mid-courter.
The three women enjoyed a Q & A session with the school’s netballers, who
showed some impressive tactics of their own, with questions ranging from team rules, job perks, injuries, travel experiences and the number of shoes they go through.
“Honestly these kids have asked so many awesome questions, it’s been a really fun session and they’ve really impressed us with their engagement,” says Erikana.
The netball stars told the youngsters
that every time they go on court they’re fighting for their positions, emphasising the need to constantly improve yourself. While communication and teamwork are a couple of the vital attributes of a high-performing netballer. Kimiora says visiting schools and inspiring the next generation is “really cool”. “It’s great to show the kids we’re normal people and to inspire them to play.”
- Motueka Library - 12 Pah Street - Phone 03 528 1047 -
Take & Make Kits – Fridge Magnets
The theme this week is Alice in Wonderland
Take & Make Matariki Stars @Motueka Library
For all ages
Matariki Poetry
Monday 28 June to Saturday 10 July
Write a poem to celebrate Matariki, for children, youth & adults
Themes include Matariki stars, the ocean, pounamu, flora & fauna. Submit your poem to Motueka Library or email to Janine.gillions@tasman. govt.nz
Weave a whetu star for Matariki
Wednesday 7 July, 3pm-4.30pm, Drop in, & Free
Appy Hour
Digi Drop-in is all about Apps on Thursday 8th July, 11am-1pm.
If you want any tips, tricks or even just how to install an app on your device, Garden Gurus
Monday 12 July, 10.30am-12pm
“The importance of birds & bees in your garden” with Sue from Mitre 10 Winter Booksale
12 – 24 July, bargains galore.
Fantastical Fairy Tales holiday programme
13 July Art Makerspace, 10am-11.30am
14 July Board Games All Day
15 July Storytime & Craft,10am – 11am, for ages 4+
16 July Teller of Tales – Nick Deval –Smith,10.30am-11am, for ages 6+
20 July Fantastical Fairy Tale Evening, 6pm-7pm, bookings essential
22 July Storytime & Craft, 10am-11am, for ages 4+
Scavenger Hunt, for 5-12 year olds
Hi All,
It has been great to have had lovely sunny days recently but once again, we have had very icy roads.
Several weeks ago I put out a reminder for people to show extra care on our roads with the frosty weather. This last week we attended four vehicle crashes which were the result of vehicles sliding on icy corners – on Westbank Road, the Riwaka Sandy Bay Road, Neudorf Road and the Coastal Highway.
If you are reading this, and you have to drive early in the mornings, then please do take some notice of this warning. Slow your speeds and drive cautiously. Ice, particularly on the corners of our roads is treacherous. It doesn’t take much to get into a slide. Keep yourself safe and allow more time for your trip on icy mornings.
Also this week we have had a vehicle window smashed while parked up a drive in Thorp Street. A Valentine brand radar detector was stolen.
Police have also dealt with 12 family harm incidents in the last week. Take care out there.
Grant HeneyDear Editor,
Elizabeth Cummings takes another shot at ute drivers of Motueka.
For some reason she makes out that ute drivers are a bunch of super aggressive burly men.
On the contrary, my nan always drove a ute (until she sadly passed away), and she was the very opposite to
Small additions make a
Elizabeth’s stereotype.
The fact she accused me of cutting her off is madness: I drive a red ute, not a white one.
She also makes an absurd accusation that utes are in some way more loud and obnoxious than ordinary cars.
This is a myth. As the president of the Top of the South Ute
Owners Association Becky Allen was quoted saying, “utes are just longer cars”. There is absolutely no reason to claim utes are any more of a problem in Motueka than any other vehicle.
Cheers, John Middleton
One of the country’s best known acts, ‘The Warratahs’, have been confirmed to headline Motueka’s A&P Show later this year. Show convenor, Harmony Aquarian says the committee is “rapt” to have secured one of New Zealand’s greatest country music bands for the event.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to be bringing The Warratahs to Motueka. We’re really excited to see the Show coming together again and are sure we’re bringing our town what they’ll enjoy,” says Harmony.
This year’s Show scheduled for Saturday, 4 December will see it return to its usual format of incorporating animals, produce, equestrian, Sturgeon’s amusements and a food and drink court centred around a stage.
Last year’s highlight
performers the Twisty Twinz, Jola and Nele Siezen, are returning with their impressive acrobatic show which will no doubt once again enchant spectators.
If you consider yourself a talent in the kitchen, there will be plenty of produce and cooking competitions running and the Show will showcase a variety of stalls sure to appeal to a variety of tradespeople, shoppers and perusers alike.
Tickets to the Show will be $10 Adults, $5 students and unwaged, while children in car seats are free.
Trades and stall enquiries: Ray Goodall 027 621 3338
Equestrian/animals/ competitions: Louise Bradley 021 187 3518
Entertainment and volunteers email: harmony@pegasuspark. co.nz
On Monday, at the monthly members’ meeting of Seniornet Motueka, they celebrated the coming 100th birthday of their oldest member, Norma Westrupp. Norma joined Seniornet 20 years ago when she was 80 years of age.
Over the years she has been a helper in the iPad and iPhone group and many of the courses run by the club, as well as serving for a while on the committee, and acting as a ‘buddy’ for newly joined members.
She has also spent many years assisting in the kitchen, serving tea and coffee at various classes and meetings and doing the washing up. Towards the end of her active life in the club she sat at the front desk greeting members as they came to the monthly meetings.
At the age of 94, Norma moved from a Windows PC and bought herself an Apple iMac just so she could learn something new to keep her mind active. She is a great inspiration to all of us.
By Brendan Alborn.
The musicians and entourage of the 9-piece Bruce Springsteen tribute band ‘The Boss’ are ecstatic to be finally embarking on their tour of the South Island and they’re coming to The Trafalgar Centre in Nelson this Saturday, 10 July.
This ‘Boss’ tour is largely based around Springsteen’s ‘Born in the USA’, the album that took Bruce Springsteen global – future tours will feature towards various Springsteen albums - but the show presents much, much more, totalling almost 30 iconic Springsteen songs from a variety of albums.
The 9-piece lineup emulates the E-street band lineup. But frontman
and ‘Bruce’ singer Dean Shaw is quick to add, “Although we adopt the individual personas to some degree, we do not attempt to be ‘impersonators’. We give tribute to Bruce and the E-street Band first and foremost, but we do get our own individual sparkle going on in there for sure!” The show has received rave reviews and thunderous encores from their first round of NZ performances. The quality of musicianship, sound, lighting and overall experience on the night has been acknowledged by literally hundreds of attendees and several media reviewers.
Tickets are through ticketek. Check out the Facebook page: ‘The Boss – Tribute Show’ for more info.
When Kahurangi winger Jan Lammers scored his try in the 71st minute of the Tasman Stuff Trophy final against Marist on Saturday it looked like there would be the fairytale finish to a near-perfect season for his side. Lammer’s try helped Kahurangi regain the lead, 18 to 17 and set up a tense finish to what had been a game of quality finals rugby. However, with four minutes to run in the game referee Stefan James awarded Marist a penalty which Marist’s Sam Biggs duly converted to seal his side’s second consecutive Tasman Trophy championship.
The loss was a bitter pill for Kahurangi to swallow after having dominated the open stanza to lead 13 to nil at the break with flanker Will Schmetz having scored the opening try. Marist effectively took control of the match in the first twenty minutes of the second half, securing a mountain of quality possession and scoring 17 unanswered points to take the lead. Kahurangi
rallied strongly with Willis Scott prominent and showing the value of his experience in high pressure rugby. The Kahurangi scrum shoved the Marist pack around but didn’t perhaps get the rewards it should have, particularly in the final moments when it appeared Marist had collapsed yet another scrum, only for the referee to call play on. In the final wash however, Kahurangi had enough possession and momentum to close the match out but were guilty of trying to do too much individually rather than sticking to the patterns that had seen them win nine of their ten games this season, scoring 74 tries in the process. The Kahurangi support at Trafalgar Park was strong just as it has been for the combined Huia and Riwaka team all season long, outnumbering and making more noise than the Marist support at their own home-ground. There was also a large gathering of well-wishers on hand at the Huia clubrooms after the final to both commiserate the loss in the final
but also to celebrate what has otherwise been a successful season with the young side having won the Nelson Club Trophy, the John Goodman Trophy and the TasmanCrop - Zelam Shield. Kahurangi will now look to next season to build on the momentum that has been gaining traction for the past few seasons. The Kahurangi coaching and management team, under the leadership of head coach Brendon Smith, has built an environment and culture that is the envy of many. The squad depth has never been stronger and anybody involved will be able to tell
you how tight-knit the group has become and how much they have enjoyed the company and good natured humour throughout the season. With the playing squad members’ average age at only 24 the future looks bright for Kahurangi for next season and beyond. The coaching staff will also be doing their best to convince some of the senior players like Kane Mcleod, Hana Corbett-Burrows, Willis Scott, Mike Wells and Kenny Eggers to continue their careers. The work ethic and standards set by these senior players cannot be overstated. The Kahurangi division one side will also be look-
ing closely at some of the players from the Kahurangi Colts side, which has had a fantastic first ever season, as well as recruiting key personnel from the Huia and Riwaka division two teams. The retention of the bulk of their forward pack will be another priority with the Kahurangi eight having gained the upper hand over every other pack in the competition, particularly at the set-piece. The Kahurangi backs are mostly in their early twenties so should be back and keen to go one better next season by winning Kahurangi its maiden Tasman Trophy.
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Deborah Rhodes
As I look out to the Whakamarma range, I know we truly live in an outstanding natural landscape. Why wouldn’t anyone want to live here? Even though the river likes to come across the paddocks at times, the sea may be threatening from the other side and the requirements to protect Te Taiao may curb our dairy operation. I still like to live here and I can make it possible, with what is already here.
Many of local seed source native seedlings are prolific along the driveways, under the current canopys that line our paddocks and around the wetland marginal areas of our small 45 hectare dairy platform. We dig them up, shift them around and let papatunanuku do her thing.
We take note of the science monitors of incoming weather bombs and prepare with unclipping fences and herding stock to higher ground. The floods pass and the sun comes out, and we use our energy to tidy up.
But how on earth do you survive milking 130 cows with three hungry teenagers and still manage to milk once a day? We don’t spend much, our cows eat what grows with sunshine and water and we use less palm kernel and nitrogen than last year, the year before that and so on.
That is how to depressurize the system, the cow movements and equipment and electricity use. It costs less, helps us spend more time on other activities and we can breathe. The bank keeps the interest rates low, Fonterra keeps the milk price up and Tim can have his bee hives, vegetable crops and chickens that all produce something for the kitchen pantry…and the neighbours, tourists and family who can swap with city breaks and posh accommodation.
The holistic view of dairy farming has given us a better life, albeit the daily commitment of our relationship with land, cows and each other is never ending. Sometimes my mother would say she just wanted to get off the round-about, because participating in a global life doesn’t stop. But like the bees, the soil life and animals, we all have our part to play, in symbiosis and without greed or dominance.
Our family has decided that having more is boring, but reusing, recycling and refurbishing is more interesting. Using the resource over and over, like the sun growing the grass is cheap. It means that profit maximizing is fruitless, stressful and makes life harder than easier. For me, as a farmer, a nurse, a mother and a business partner, I prefer easy. In saying that, I tend to take on the hard tasks, the voluntary roles and the causes that others can’t. Its just that I do want to get off the round-about, because I like to see who gets on next. Curiosity and ingenuity are in my DNA. A good life for all those who
work, should be a better life that can be had simply and with only using and reusing what is in front of us.
So, farming for me is not singular or based on calculations and outcomes, but is a fantastic opportunity to be multi-dimensional and remembering that we can have all we need, with what is the mostly easily achieved.
Deborah Rhodes
A new climate change education resource has been released by New Zealand’s pastoral farming sector. The resource, ‘The important role of New Zealand dairy and red meat in feeding a growing global population’, has been co-authored by Beef + Lamb New Zealand, DairyNZ and Federated Farmers of New Zealand.
It explores the complex relationship between environmental, economic, nutritional, social and global
food security outcomes in New Zealand’s food system. Written in a straight-forward and science-based style, it will provide secondary school students, in particular, with balanced information.
DairyNZ general manager of responsible dairy, Jenny Cameron, says New Zealand dairy is currently the most emissions efficient milk producer in the world.
“Providing students with this information is important, to showcase the work of all our farmers, while highlighting our continued journey to remain world leading, which is the result of farmers’ hard work and investment over decades,” Ms Cameron says.
Sector partners want to use this education resource to highlight our world-leading products, while also working hard to make great New Zealand farmers even better. While the education resource has not yet been tailored for specific year levels or subjects, the secretary and treasurer of New Zealand Horticulture/ Agriculture Teachers Association (HATA), Kerry Allen, can see its potential.
“This is a great science-based resource for our senior students to really sink their teeth into. It contains some fantastic graphs, videos and facts, to ensure a thorough understanding of all the issues. It is based on facts and scientific data, and removes the emotion out of the discussion. I look forward to using this resource with my students,” Kerry says.
“New Zealand farmers are not shying away from the immense challenges posed by climate change. We’re eager to have challenging but fair conversations,” Andrew Hoggard says.
“Our pastoral industry is keen to work with the Ministry of Education to make this resource fit-for -purpose for classrooms.”
Functional Fertiliser products and programmes have been assisting farmers and growers to seamlessly move to higher performing systems for the last twenty years. By incorporating the best of conventional with highly effective and proven ‘alternative’ technology, the shift from a dependence on urea and soluble phosphorus takes less than three years.
A single fungicide or pesticide, although knocking back beneficial numbers will have little long-term affect.Its frequent applications, particularly of fungicides, that creates a dependency system with chemicals becoming less effective over time.
The same applies to intestinal worms in cattle. There are farmers that have not used worm drenches for over ten years and enjoy outstanding stock performance.
Now is the ideal time to incorporate DoloZest or CalciZest into the nutrient programme as winter is the time when old leaf and root matter is digested to form humus, with a strong population of beneficials built before spring.
Reducing dependence on frequent fungicide and pesticide applications in orchards and other crops follows the same pattern. The link between pasture and horticulture is soil and when soil health is optimized animal and plant health naturally follows with a steady reduction in pest and disease pressure.
There will always be a place for intervention to fix a problem however it is the necessity for expensive remedies that can be steadily eliminated.
Facial eczema on properties applying DoloZest/ CalciZest based total nutrient programmes is much less of a problem with few if any clinical cases even when there are district wide outbreaks.
The key to the success is the rapid breakdown of litter on the soil surface reducing the habitat required for the eczema spore to proliferate. Incorporating beneficial fungi and bacteria that predate on pathogenic fungi and bacteria further reduces their dominance.
Rather than attempting to eliminate pest and disease, the focus is strengthening the immune system of the property so that severe outbreaks happen less frequently and are more easily controlled.
Jonathan Bates, a 28-year-old orchard Block Supervisor at Birdhurst Ltd, has won the 2021 Nelson Young Grower competition.
“I’m still in shock - I totally didn’t expect to win,” says Jonathan. “I love horticulture, and I’ve always seen a future career path for myself in the industry. I really think that there’s an opportunity for everyone in horticulture.
“The big challenge for the industry is to shift the perception of horticulture being just fruit picking - there is so much more than that. I’m really passionate about increasing people’s understanding of horticulture. Anyone can have a rewarding job with career progression in the industry.”
Jonathan will represent the Nelson growing community in the national Young Grower of the Year competition in
Wellington on 22-23, where six other regional finalists will compete for their share of $30,000 worth of prizes.
HortNZ Chief Executive, Nadine Tunley, says that the competition plays an important role in bringing together the growing community.
“It’s incredibly amazing to see the grower community come together to support the young people in our industry,” says Nadine.
“It’s been really tough for growers in the region with the Boxing Day hail and on-going labour issues, so the Young Grower competition is a great chance for everyone to come together and celebrate the talented young leaders in the industry. The Young Grower competition is all about giving back to the industry and community. Having been involved in the Nelson Young Grower since its inception in 2010, it’s really great to see previous winners back and now running the event.”
HortNZ President, Barry O’Neil, says that the competition was incredibly close, and the contestants will have a bright future in the industry.
“It was a really awesome competition, and all the contestants can be really proud of what they have achieved. With the rapid rate of change and challenges facing the industry, we need to support these talented young growers. Competitions like this give young growers invaluable experience to help start their journey as the leaders of tomorrow. People like Jonathan show that the future of the industry is in safe hands,” says Barry.
“The horticulture industry has a lot to offer. It’s a rewarding career for those who want to help feed New Zealand and the world healthy food and help us to meet our environmental and climate adaptation goals.
“The Nelson Young Grower competition is made possible with sponsorship from Horticentre Charitable Trust, NZ Apples & Pears, NZ Fruitgrowers Charitable Trust, ANZ, HortNZ, and the family of supporting sponsors from the Nelson horticulture community.”
This Friday the July school holidays begin, for two weeks parents are tasked with entertaining their youngsters. Here at The Guardian we understand that it can be a challenge to occupy children during the school holidays, so we have selected a range of fun ideas to help keep boredom at bay. Don’t forget to check out the many activities on offer by our fabulous advertisers and show your support to the local business in our region.
The trick to a fun school holidays is to keep the kids busy while ensuring you don’t become burnt out by trying to do one quality activity with your youngsters every day. A quality activity is when you focus your complete attention on your child. Your child will feel valued and loved as a result, which leads to better behaviour on their part. Well behaved children during the school holidays is every parents dream come true. To all of our readers who are parents, may your dreams come true these school holidays.
Create a ‘school holiday jar’ and write down a range of fun activates on small pieces of paper. Ideas are only limited by your imagination but here are a few suggestions to inspire you; baking and decorating, going to a movie, playing at the park, a trip to the Museum, dress up like a superhero day, games of hide and seek, treasure hunting. Keep adding ideas to the jar whenever you have a ‘lightbulb moment’.
Find a dice and roll it, the person who rolls the highest number wins. Place a blindfold on them (to make it more exciting) and ask them to put their hand in the jar and pull out a piece of piece paper. Then get busy carrying out the activity selected from the ‘school holiday jar’.
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These school holidays the Motueka Library are having a Fantastical Fairy Tales Holiday programme, with a range of different activities from storytelling to craft activities. Get involved in some fun, free local activities.
When you’re stuck at home with the kids and have nothing to do, don’t despair! It’s easier than you think to grab the crayons, glue, glitter, and paint and let their creativity shine. Pinterest can be your best friend here. Go to https://www.pinterest.nz/ to find a massive variety of fun activities for all different skill levels, DIY, and can mostly be done with everyday items that you have around the house.
If science is more interesting for your youngsters than getting crafty, then look up fun kids science experiments on Pinterest to see what you can do. Make play dough, create clouds, change the colour of flower petals or grow crystals! All these and more can be found with a quick search and often done with things you have at home already.
We are super spoilt for choices in our region when it comes to outdoor activities, with three national parks on our doorstep the hardest decision is choosing where to start. Do make sure you have warm clothes and comfortable footwear and don’t forget to tell someone where you are going. Catch a boat into the Abel Tasman National Park, explore the Kahurangi forest or take an adventure up to Nelson Lakes National Park and find some snow to play in.
When everyone is melting down, a dance party always helps change the mood and it’s a great opportunity to
let off some steam. Let everyone choose a song and bust out their dance moves. Take it to the next level by having a ‘sing star’ or ‘dance off’ afternoon and set the theme by dressing up as rock stars. Don’t forget to take a few photos or better still make your own music video or Tiktok clip.
If you want to get the kids out and about, but need a focus to keep them out of mischief, then a winter scavenger hunt could be the solution. There are plenty of free, downloadable scavenger hunt cards available online. We found a wonderful range of ideas and suggestions at www.myjoyfilledlife.com/free-printable-scavengerhunts
Participating in a scavenger hunt is a great way to immerse the family in a winter activity and enjoy some time outside.
A beautiful day after a heavy frost saw a large field enjoying the conditions on Saturday. Most of the men competed in the first round of the Haig Cup. Those not in this event competed in a US Stableford.
The popular winner was Rex Edwards with a very well compiled 58 points.
Second Ray Marsden 56
Third Chris McGeown 54
Five twos were scored on the day by Chris McGeown, Maurice Collins, Bernie Hedges, Andrew Fenemor, and Graham Shaw.
Lower Moutere Store closest to the pins; Sharon McGeown and Graham Shaw.
The ladies played a Bisque Par.
This was won by Betsy Hill with an excellent score of Plus 8
Second Sandra Ilton on Plus 4
Third Jean Hodson on Plus 3.
Results of the Mike Pero sponsored Open Triples bowling tournament held on Saturday, 3 July 2021.
This tournament was well supported with 20 teams participating requiring the use of both greens. A beautiful frosty and sunny day made for a very pleasant day of lawn bowls.
The Motueka Bowling Club would like to acknowledge and thank Mike Pero Real Estate for their sponsorship.
Results:
1st Alan Griffith, Dean Wood, Mike Carter from the Stoke Club with 4 wins, 23 ends, 52 points
finish and move from the court
1 Ngatimoti Ferns SPC/Brooklyn Ella G / Meyeh G
2 LMO Diamonds Tasman Bullets Sophie M / Lily J
1 Riwaka Hot Shots Riwaka Goal Getters Ashley T / Ruby J / Hannah
2 Parklands Whetu MSS Yellow Samantha B / Sophie M
1 LMO Hot Hearts UMO Emeralds Shania G / Cori M / Tessa S
Year 7 & 8 and Senior Games
2 MHS 9 M&M Rebel Raiders Char / Jess K
3 Vikings Huia Ora Trish R / Abby B
4 Huia Kaha Rogue Raiders Steph / Raelene
5 All Intermediate teams playing the 12pm round please meet on court 5 for a mass NZ Smart warm up with Ani and Shinade.
1 UMO Gladiators LMO Stars Molly W / Ellie V
2 Tasman Sapphires Ngatimoti Diamonds Carly G / Tasmin N-K
3 LMO Galaxy RIwaka A Aimee S / Lani R
4 Parklands Mako MSS B Shania G /Geri S
1 Brooklyn Stars Tasman Diamonds Danielle B / Ashley F
2 MHS 10 Gold MHS 9 Country Bridget L / Sheree
3 Huia A Huia Manawa Violet / Steph
4 ROG Blue ROG Royal A J / Stacey
1 MSS A Under 14 D Lily James / Tui C
2 MHS Snr B MHS 10 Black Violet / Lou
3 ROG Social Huia Wairua Rochelle / Stacey
4 Huia Mauri Huia Mana Emma G / A J
5 MHS 9 Town MHS 9 B Marcela B / Amanda S
have been split into 3 grades to accommodate teams and promote competitive netball.
Intermediate A - Brooklyn Stars, MSS A, Tasman Diamonds
Intermediate B - LMO Stars, UMO Gladiators, Tasman Sapphires, Ngatimoti Diamonds
Intermediate C - Riwaka A, LMO Galaxy, MSS B, Parklands Mako
Please return all trophies to the netball office.
2nd Lloyd Bellis, Rhonda Bellis, Barbara Thomason from the Stoke Club with 3 1/2 wins, 19 ends, 35 points
3rd Peter Cromwell, Ken Spencer, Yvonne Spencer from Motueka Club with 3 1/2 wins, 19 ends, 28 points
4th Jamie Hoult, Malcolm Chambers, Rae Peterson from Stoke Club with 3 wins, 20 ends, 37 points
Moutere High Low North South
1st Gillian Treadwell & Mary Hamilton 63.13%
2nd Diane Stuart & Karen Logan 59.17%
3rd Faith Jackson & Malcolm Macleod 56.88%
East/West
1st Annie Millard & Paul Prestidge 60.91%
2nd Tom Fox & Brian Field 57.27%
3rd Jana Bott & Janette Edwards 56.82%
Handicap Results North South
1st Gillian Treadwell & Mary Hamilton 64.53%
2nd Diane Stuart & Karen Logan 60.38%
3rd Faith Jackson & Malcolm Macleod 57.82%
East/West
1st Annie Millard & Paul Prestidge 70.91%
2nd Lorraine McArthur & Diana Furlong 58.22%
3rd Tom Fox & Brian Field 57.98%
Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. Notices for businesses and organisations who charge for courses or events cost $12.50+gst. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices. We regret if your community notice ad has not made this week’s column, it is due to the popularity of this column and inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.
ART - MANDALA ART THERAPY - a journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday 4pm - 6pm at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 koha for the room. Maddy 027 336 6300.
BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS TRUST
(BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings.
church services
HALL AGM will be held on Wednesday July 14th at 7.30pm. All welcome.
antiques
DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz $$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 0274484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).
BLOOD CANCERSUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 4444708.
BREASTCANCERSUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, if you have or have had breast cancer come along to this friendly atmosphere. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz
CARERSSUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family. Encourage-Hope-Share. Register 539 1137 or info@ cancernelson.org.nz
COLORECTAL CANCERSUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson, 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
COPD? A STHMA? Free Motueka Pulmonary Rehab course starting November. Improve your quality of life and manage your shortness of breath. Phone your medical centre ask for “Pulmonary Rehab course referral” or Nelson Asthma Society on asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz
DON’T CHUCK IT OUT - FIX IT UP! Come along to our next repair cafe and we’ll connect you with a skilled volunteer who can help you turn your broken down junk back into something useable! We’re fixing items and building community. Come along and you might pick up some new fixing skills. Saturday 17th July at ReStore, 166 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson 10am -1pm
GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com
INDOORBOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.
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.
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Katrina Anderson is available free at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings 9.30am – 12pm.
MELODIES IN MAPUA Nelson Bays Harmony showcase their award-winning melodies to a local audience. 3pm Saturday 10th July. Mapua Community Hall. Tickets $15, door sales, 0274360910 or visit www.nelsonharmony.org.nz
MOTUEKA 50+ WALKING GROUP: www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursdaymeet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Rd. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@gmail.com
MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Doing anything on Tuesday evenings? How about joining Motueka District Brass and spend the evening making music with us Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or ph 02102233244.
MOTUEKA GRG SUPPORT GROUP Welcomes Grandparents/Kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month 1-3pm St Andrew’s Lounge 64 High Street. Join us for a confidential, relaxed & supportive time with others. Ph 0211337299.
MOTUEKA MENZSHED Want to get out from under your wife’s feet? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm
MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 5284531.
MOTUEKA SENIORNET Seniornet Motueka has interest groups devoted to Countries & Culures, Android, iPads, Mac and genealogy. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz
MOTUEKA WINTER ART WORKSHOPS Across July & August, Embroidery, Printmaking, Weaving, Figure Drawing, Oamaru Stone Carving, Spoon, Pottery, Sing, Children messy art, Teen Painting Contact: 0211851581 Online Booking: bit.ly/Motueka
NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 to book a ride, 24hrs notice required / mapuawheels@gmail.com
NEW WEEKLY Better Breathers Motueka class, St Thomas’ Church Monday at 11.30am starting from the 26th of July. $5 per class. Contact Sue at the Nelson Asthma Society 035441562 or email asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz.
PROSTATE CANCERSUPPORT GROUP meet 1st Thursday of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Road 1.30 to 3.30pm contact Bill phone 544 8635 or 539 1137.
RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.
SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS. If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or ph 539 1137 for details.
ANTIQUES, Furniture, Collectables. 6 rooms, huge selection with recent estate lots inc toys, car & house, lamps, paintings, silver, jewellery, china, cameras, records, marine, small & large furniture, etc. Sell-Buy-Value. 30 years experience @ Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond (Ph 544 0723) www.antiquesnewzealand.co.nz
arborist
ALL TREE CARE
Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming. Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 (AH) 03 5278 426.
COOKE
Nancy May (nee Reid)
Passed away peacefully on June 25, 2021 at home as she wished, surrounded by her family, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of Robert (Bob), loved mum and mum-in-law of Brent and Nicky, stepmother to Lorraine and Wayne Barnard, and Jeanette and Colin Eggers. Treasured nana of Ashleigh and Andy, Courtney and Steve, Megan and Anton, Ryan (deceased), Brenden and Tash, Jason and Abbey, and great-nana to her 8 great-grandchildren. A private family farewell has been held.
“In our thoughts forever”
COOKE
Nancy May (nee Reid)
Slipped away peacefully at home as she wished on June 25, 2021, surrounded by her loving family, aged 89. Very dearly cherished and admired mum of Brent (Cookie) and mother-in-law of Nicky. Proud and adored nana of Ashleigh and Andy Tewnion, and Courtney and Steve Vercoe. Doting greatnana of Max and Hugo. Remembered by many for her beautiful gardens, amazing baking, love of style and colour and her great sense of fun.
Friday afternoons will never be the same...
“Life is not forever, Love is”
Died in Nelson with family at his side on Sunday July 4, 2021. Aged 91 years. Loved husband of Margaret, loved father and fatherin-law of Graeme and Amy, Pam and Derek, Barry and Lyn and Robert and Gill. Adored grandad of Blair, Loren and Jack Ensor. Bryce and Olivia, Michael and Aaron Bird and great grandfather of Edie and Wilder Ensor. Brian’s family farewelled him at a private service earlier this week where fond memories were shared. Messages can be sent to the Bird family c/164 Tahunanui Drive Nelson 7011.
entertainment
funerals
for sale
FURNIT U RE all sorts. Recent stock both large & small. Lasting quality. Local free delivery on most items @ Souchebys Antiques,75,Gladstone Rd, Richmond.
GARDEN SLEEPERS
Pack of 10 Eucalyptus
200 x 100 x 2.1m. ‘SPECIAL’ $350 Ph. 021 228 5025
trades
THE BOARDSMITH
-Snowboard/Ski service & repairs
-Skateboard parts, sales & service
-Surfboard/SUP repairs
Ph Chris (Motueka) 027 569 8524
Experience is a wonderful teacher.
Expertise is having the right answers.
With 140 years of helping New Zealanders with their legal and financial matters, there’s almost no situation we haven’t studied or solved. From wills to family trusts, we can o er expert advice and tailor made solutions to any family situation.
The team at Public Trust Nelson can visit your home in Motueka, or meet you at Morrison Square, Level 1, Suite 3/244 Hardy Street, Nelson 7010. Give us a call on 0800 371 471 to book an appointment or for more information. publictrust.co.nz
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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 0800653935 OR 5485235
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.
STORA GE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6.20 a week. Ph 528 4060.
TASMAN Storage units available from $6.20pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.
The Guardian Newspaper requires an enthusiastic, self motivated person to join our team.
We need someone who is computer literate in Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign, and has an excellent creative flair for designing adverts.
Please apply in writing with CV to: Guardian Motueka Newspaper 19 Wallace Street, Motueka or email: guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz
SHED ITEMS, garden tools, wheel barrow, estate, house clearout/ downsizing items. Ph Matt 021 178 2346
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In my spare time, every moment is spent gardening, either at home growing plants for friends, or helping members in the community to improve their personal landscapes. Growing plants to share with friends is very rewarding and I love being part of helping to make Motueka a garden-proud township. The benefits of gardening are enormous, from being a healthy form of exercise to the rewards of see into maturity and enrich our lives in many ways.
Fay 022 359 4195 I fay.stoker@raywhite.com
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