The Guardian - 7 October 2020

RSE workers celebrated

Hundreds of RSE staff elected to remain in Motueka to work a second contract on the local orchards due to the restrictions of the global pandemic. Events such as touch rugby, Zumba, volleyball, and petanque have been organised to provide fun and entertainment for these Pacific Island workers, many of whom have been away from their families for seven months.

“This is our way of saying thank you to people who are critical to horticulture in our area,” said one of the orchardists.

The impromptu entertainer (above) is a member of one of the 18 teams that took part in the 12-week touch competition that kicked off in Riwaka last Friday.

Tiegan has been supervising the Kiwiflyers Holiday Programme at the Motueka Rec Centre. Sharing in the fun are, from left: Olive, Emily, Niamh, Josiah and Makairi.

Youth Award for local leader

Three of our region’s most dedicated youth workers were recently recognised at the annual Nelson Tasman 2020 Youth Worker Awards, one of whom is Motueka’s Tiegan Maru.

These awards mark the input of Tiegan Maru, Daniel Hawke and Elliot Le Page.

“This year we are celebrating youth workers who have not only made sacrifices in their personal lives but have gone over and above the norm to support the youth develop-

ment of some of our region’s most vulnerable young people,” said Nelson Tasman Youth Workers Collective Co-ordinator, Sally Wood.

With eight national sport and coaching qualifications under her belt, Tiegan says that what she enjoys

most about working with young people is the variety. “No two days are ever the same and I work with people from the age of two to 18. I love the variety of demographics and the different behaviours.”

In the moment

“Kids embody being ‘in the moment’ and that’s the challenge and the reward. I learn

from each and every one of them every day!”

Tiegan has worked at the Motueka Recreation Centre since 2014 in a parttime capacity, and then full-time since 2017, including studying towards her qualifications in youth work at the same time. She’s also studied business management and set up an OSCAR (Out of School Care

and Recreation) programme at the Rec Centre.

To her credit, Tiegan created a group of Motueka High School students to a high functioning youth governance group who now have a seat at the Motueka Community Board, and has developed and delivered an accredited Gateway programme in Sport and Recreation for students from the school.

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Ride for RATS, ride for life

Pacey Grooby (right) and Richard Tatana are the co-coordinators of the public event (photo taken some months ago).

They’re just two of the many philanthropic bikers in New Zealand who care.

Kotahitanga (pronounced core-tar-he-tongue-a) is the state or quality of being one; oneness in unity forming a whole; in complete harmony and united for a common purpose. Manaakitanga (pronounced mar-nar-key-tongue-a) is about behaviour that acknowledges the mana of others as having equal or greater importance than one’s own, through the expression of aroha (love), hospitality, generosity and mutual respect. Displaying manaakitanga elevates the status of all, building unity through humility and the act of giving.

“It’s okay to not be okay,” says Richard Tatana, ambassador for Tribal Nations Motorcycle Club Inc, Te Tauihu region. The club (TNMC) has members all over Aotearoa and also in other countries around the world.

And because not being okay – and for a variety of other reasons – has resulted in 654 suicides in New Zealand this past year, the Tribal Nations Motorcycle Club is organising Motueka’s firstever RATS ride. That’s an acronym for Riders Against Teen Suicide. “However, it’s not only awareness of teen suicide that is our focus, but suicide in general.”

Just a month away

Put this date in your diary now: Saturday, 7 November. Yes, just a month away. Everybody is welcome at this very important event and, if you don’t want to do the ride on a motorbike, come along to the Motueka Recreation Centre and show your support.

“On the day, we’d like people to know that we care and they’re not alone,” says Richard. “And importantly, we want everybody to know that help is available.”

The suicide helpline at Youthline is 0800 37 66 33 or free text 234

100% of funds raised from the event on 7 November will go to Youthline NZ.

Often, those in need don’t seek help from the formal sector, for whatever reason. That’s where TNMC and other community groups can help. “We care because that’s the basis of our kaupapa,” explains Pacey Grooby, one of the coordinators of the event.

Riding for all the right reasons

Richard says that the mission statement of the Tribal Nations Motorcycle Club includes riding to raise awareness of non-violence, awareness of domestic violence and violence against women, plus advocating for those who are disadvantaged, disenfranchised, suffering serious illness, neglect, addictions, deprivation and abuse.

“NGOs struggle with funding, so we help by raising awareness and funds.”

The ride rally starts at Filco in Nelson and ends at the Motueka Recreation Centre at 1pm. The ride registration starts at 9:15am, the group will leave at 10:30am and the first stop will be in Tapawera.

The public event in Motueka starts at 11am at

the Rec Centre where there will be food, entertainment and representatives from Youthline, Nelson DHB Suicide Prevention and local community advocates.

At this event, 654 pairs of shoes – represent-

The three main kaupapa of TNMC are:

1. RATS (Riders Against Teen Suicide)

2. ROR (Ride of Respect/Rememberance)

ing the number of lives lost to suicide over the 12 months ending July 2020 – will be on display. The shoes will be part of a very special exhibition at the Rec Centre. Anybody who has been affected by the ripple effect of suicide is invited to bring a photo or memento of their loved one to place with the shoes on display.

The shoes represent those who should be here.

“Suicide affects us all and knows no boundaries,” adds Richard, who has lost whanau to suicide and himself has experienced severe depression.

TNMC is a ride for life club. If you want to know what you can do, it’s simple: ask people if they’re okay. “People need love and support, and you can show you care by just being available.”

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Decided? More or less … our family has been voting for the same party for a long time, and that’s what I’m going to do as well.

Have you decided which party to vote for and, if so, why?

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Yes, I know who I’m voting for! Labour has had a lot to deal with and they’ve done a good job: from earthquakes to Covid.

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I’m voting to ensure the continued stability of the country. I definitely know who I’m voting for, and have for a long time.

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Hell, yeah! I don’t want to see the Greens in, nor do I want Labour get in again. Since this government, there’s been more racism than ever.

Stay and rebuild underpins employment and training expo

Motueka Public Library is holding a pop-up Employment and Training Expo for all ages and career stages on Thursday 15 October, with the return to Alert Level 1.

Employers and training providers are confirmed for the Expo and keen to speak with the Motueka community about the opportunities for work and training

they have on offer.

Some of these include Trades Academy, Whenua Iti, Kono, Talley Fisheries, Work Bridge, Jack Inglis Friendship

Hospital and Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology.

The Expo is being organised by Motueka Branch Librarian, Janine Gillions, and the employment team at the Ministry of Social Development’s (MSD) Motueka Service Centre.

“Libraries are vibrant community spaces. Now that we’re at Level 1, we want to do whatever we can to help our local people

find employment and opportunities,” says Janine.

MSD Regional Commissioner for Nelson-Tasman, Marlborough and the West Coast, Craig Churchill, said employment and training was a key focus of the Ministry with the economic impact of the pandemic.

“We are particularly keen that those affected by job losses through COVID-19 are

encouraged to find work and training in our region and to stay here to help us rebuild the economy,” he said.

The Expo will run from 10am until 4pm on 15 October at the Motueka Public Library, 12 Pah Street, Motueka.

Much more than just a trade show, this is scheduled to thrill

The annual Motueka A&P Show will be taking place on Saturday, 6 December, from 2pm until 10pm this year at Marchwood Park. And this year it will include evening events.

“We will be focusing on local and regional entertainment this year,” says show convener Harmony Aquarian (known as

Harmony), who has now organised three of these events. “This year we’re calling it a “gala” because it’s so much more than

a trade show. Also, it going to take place well into the evening with entertainment for everybody.”

Yes, it’s the first

evening A&P Show that Motueka has ever hosted and it’s due to be noteworthy. Why? Because on the cards are singer-songwriters, karaoke, bands, DJ’s, two circus troupes, and the ever-popular Percy the Train, plus other children’s entertainment. There might even be a make-amask competition. And other activities still to be confirmed.

The recently announced “Folkie of the Year”, Maggie ‘MagDawg’ George will be one of the main

attractions.

Maggie was presented with the Martin Blackman Young Performers Award at the 2020 Auckland Folk Festival. Other music makers will be Tillerman, Hunter Gillies and Sound

Prophets.

“As always, there will be a wide variety of food and drink carts in our foodcourt,” says Harmony, “plus a variety of amusements, all of the many equestrian events, archery, an animal nursery, a vin-

tage merry-go-round and horse vaulting.”

The gala will be contingent upon suitable Covid-19 level restrictions at the time. Says Harmony, “We will be keeping a close eye on developments over the next few weeks.”

One of the many challenging events at last year’s A&P Show, to be repeated again this year.

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Maggie (known as MagDawg) George will be one of the headline acts at this year’s A&P Show in Motueka in early December.

Tidying up our assets

Five Tasman District halls, at the “heart of the community” they serve, have received a financial boost from the Government for long-awaited improvements.

Sport Tasman facilities general manager Brent Maru said the funding announcement was “brilliant news”. That grant would enable reinvestment in “the heart of the community”, he said, referring to the halls and centres earmarked for a share of the grant.

“They’re places where people can come together.”

Coming from the Provincial Growth Fund, the grant is one of many – totalling just under $12.4 million – announced for the renovation of town halls, war memorials and other “community landmarks” across New Zealand.

“Town halls, other facilities and war memorials are an integral part of any community and many of them in the regions have fallen into disrepair,” Jones said. As well as ensuring the halls were in a good condition and fit for purpose, the renovation programme was expected to provide employment for more than 1,000 people nationally including more than 30 in the Tasman District.

Tasman mayor Tim King welcomed the funding for the five halls in the district.

“This funding is a real bonus for everyone who uses these facilities. It’s good that we’ll be making these improvements sooner than planned for our residents to enjoy the benefits,” he said.

“This will reap huge benefits and gives people renewed pride in where they live,” MP Shane Jones said. “At the same time, jobs will be created for local tradies and contractors displaced by the economic impact of Covid-19. Although many of the jobs will be short term, workers will typically be involved in a number of different projects in their region.”

In relation to the Motueka Recreation

Centre, which Sport

Tasman manages on behalf of the council, Brent Maru said noone could “miss the

counters clocked between 320,000 and 350,000 visits a year. The centre contains a roller skating rink, fit-

Benefitting from the funding:

• Motueka Recreation Centre: section of the sports hall roof replaced, roof vents installed, insulation added to the ceiling and walls of the sports hall, and lighting upgraded to LEDs.

• Murchison Sport, Recreation and Cultural Centre: construction of a new storage shed to house equipment.

• Spring Grove Drill Hall - roof replacement and exterior painting.

• Collingwood Memorial Hall - interior painting of the toilets and the Community Library.

• Lower Moutere Memorial Hall – interior painting of the hall.

asset that it is for the community”.

Over the past five years, the Rec Centre

ness centre, sports stadium, indoor climbing wall, outdoor netball courts, meeting space and two martial art dojos.

Converted from a pack house in 1986, the original roof was “well beyond that age” and there had been a problem with leaks for many years, Jody says.

“It will be great to not have to put out buckets every time it rains!” she laughs.

Work replacing the Rec Centre roof is already underway.

Nationally, 37 applications involving 97 individual projects were approved.

Here MP Damien O’Connor tries out the only climbing wall in the Top of the South, which is at the Mot Rec Centre.

The team at the Rec Centre includes, from left: Brent Maru (facilities general manager for Sport Tasman), Jody Maru (facilities manager), MP Damien O’Connor, Hayley Wilson and Kyle Harrison.

Flood gates open at Mapua Bowling Club

It wasn’t of Biblical proportions but the flood that happened on last month at the Mapua Bowling Club caused enough damage to be costly and stopped any notions of play in its tracks.

After a perfect opening day the previous Saturday, members were excited at the prospect of a good season’s bowling ahead and now they will have to execute patience until the dehumidifiers have done their job and repairs put in place.

How it happened remains a mystery, children kicking a football is the best guess, but the result was a broken tap on an outside wall that abuts Mapua Domain. This led to a break in an internal pipe and inevitably water, water everywhere.

It is believed that the water was gushing for two hours or so when fortunately three club members walking in the vicinity discovered the flood and took immediate action.

By then it was ankledeep and had spread throughout. The emergency plumber removed the tap permanently and repaired the piping. A builder has been called to plug

the resulting hole in the wall.

It is hoped that the carpet in the main clubroom will be saved but the vinyl floor coverings in the kitchen, locker room and ladies toilet will all have to be replaced.

Only the next few weeks will tell if there will be a problem with the MDF board absorbing and swelling in cabinets and skirting boards. Some historic files, minutes and building plans, held in a metal lock box that was not water proof unfortunately, are now illegible and past recovery.

So it’s not a good start to the season but it could have been so much worse. Mapua Club members have needed to be resilient in the past and will be so again. We hope to see our fellow bowlers from around the Nelson Bays area out on the green as soon as possible when we will enjoy regaling the story of the great Mapua Flood!

Enjoying the buzz of the Motueka Sunday Market last week was stall holder, Sara Dobovicnik, and Cheryl with her puppy, Moana.

Council commits to $34 million of shovel-ready projects for Tasman

NEW LISTING

The Tasman District Council has committed to carry out a raft of significant infrastructure and environmental projects to leverage millions of dollars in Government co-funding to help stimulate our regional economy in the wake of Covid-19.

The Government has approved Tasman projects worth $22.39 million, while Council applications for a further $12.29 million of projects for the District are still being considered.

The Government funding means the Council will be able to support and drive significant benefits for the region, including:

landowners to meet a swathe of new national environmental standards for water, soil and biodiversity

Job creation and economic recovery stimulus

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Major water infrastructure projects to increase resilience and meet new drinking water standards sooner than planned

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The Council had already planned to carry out most of the infrastructure projects within the next 10 years, and the funding will allow them to be done sooner and at a lower cost to the community.

main on Hill Street linking Richmond’s two water zones to allow each zone to supply the other with water in the event of any supply disruption.

The environmental projects, largely funded from the Government’s Jobs for Nature package, include wilding conifer control, restoration of the Waimea Inlet and Billion Trees plantings.

tive and better position our District as we implement the major Government policy changes that are focused on protecting our natural resources.”

Commit to timing

To draw on the Government funding, the Council is required to commit to the projects and their timing now.

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Stopbank repairs

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It was a balmy day in Motueka last Sunday and hundreds flocked to the local Sunday Market to have fun, enjoy good food and coffee, and catch up with friends.

1. From left: David Dixon of Nelson with friends, Lyn and John Mellors from Wellington

2. Ross Doyle and Vickie Davis

3. Finauga Apelu (left) and Koki Saolotoga

4. Leanne Davis

5. Philip and Adele Trowbridge

cinematic juxtapositions are persuasive: A dying planet is an ugly one, while healthy ecosystems please the eye and the earth. The most devastating sequence finds Attenborough charting the disasters we face in future decades

— global crises that he, as a man now in his 90s, will not experience. Yet he finds hope by extrapolating small successes. Sustainable farming in the Netherlands has made the country one of the worldwide leaders in food exports.

We’re the first in the world to see this

It’s official - we’re the luckiest audience in the world! Right here in Motueka, the extraordinary documentary, “David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet” will be screened at the State Cinema on 15 October at 8pm. Doors open at 7:45pm.

The majestic documentary “David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet” opens with its title subject standing in a deserted location. It’s the territory around the Chernobyl nuclear plant, a once buzzing area that was evacuated after human error rendered it uninhabitable. Only later will the directors,

Alastair Fothergill, Jonnie Hughes and Keith Scholey, pull their camera back to reveal that the territory, in its vacancy, has grown into a lush wildlife paradise. Calling the film his “witness statement” for the environment, David Attenborough goes on to trace his more than 60-year

career as a naturalist, mapping how steeply the planet’s biodiversity has degenerated before him. Global air travel was new when he began his work, and footage of him as a young producer encountering exotic flora and fauna lends a moving, even haunting, note to his plea to restore ecological bal-

ance.

Astonishing nature photography accompanies his retrospective. To illustrate the emptying of oceans, the directors intercut thriving coral habitats with images of large gutted fish, frozen and stacked for market. Equally upsetting is the loss of rain forests, showcased through the stark cutoff between flourishing vegetation and uniform rows of oil palms planted for profit. Such

Fishing restrictions around the Pacific archipelago nation of Palau enabled marine life to rebound. The film’s grand achievement is that it positions its subject as a mediator between humans and the natural world. Life cycles on, and if we make the right choices, ruin can become regrowth.

Gardening tips

The weather is stunning and no doubt many of us will have been enjoying time in the garden. We spoke to Motueka Mitre 10’s garden guru Sue to find out her latest gardening advice.

Edible garden – Now is the time to plant strawberries and other berries for feasting on throughout the summer. Don’t forget to pick up some strawberry potting mix, slow release fertiliser and a bag of mulch to keep your berries extra happy. Feed your citrus trees now with a slow release fertiliser. It’s also a perfect time to plant herbs in your garden.

Tomatoes, capsicum and corn can all be planted now. Corn is a heavy feeder, especially on nitrogen, it thrives in a place where a soil-enriching crop like beans was grown the year before. Make sure you add plenty of compost. Corn likes to be planted close together to ensure good pollination. The best way is to plant corn in blocks rather than long rows.

When planting tomatoes, make sure you stake them as you plant them. Staking tomatoes later on can disrupt and damage their root system. Mitre 10 has a variety of stakes and structures to help support your tomatoes as they grow. Just like tomatoes, capsicums need full sun, rich, well-drained soil and regular fertilising in order to thrive.

Perennials – There is a gorgeous range of perennials currently in store including petunias, lavender and daisies. Plant out your perennials now for long lasting colour throughout the summer.

Houseplants – New stock is arriving every week, you’ll also find a stunning selection of pots and containers in store to choose from. Check that your current houseplants are happy, they may need a bigger pot, a top up of potting mix and some fertiliser to ensure lush contented plants.

Trees and shrubs – A new supply of daphne has just arrived. This incredibly scented shrub prefers moist, well-drained soil with plenty of compost and a neutral to acidic soil. Maple trees are looking absolutely stunning at the moment, come and have a look and choose one for your garden.

Don’t forget to pick up your free copy of the Spring Go Gardening Magazine.

For all your gardening tips, tricks and questions, go and see Sue and her team in the Garden Centre at Mitre 10 Motueka.

The film screening on 15 October is a fund-raiser for the Motueka Community Pool Project. Tickets are $20 each and available from the Community Store in Whakarewa Street, Motueka.

In his 93 years, David Attenborough (left) has visited every continent on the globe.

Shake off the #outdated to reveal the new

Work on the 2020 November Campaign is in full swing with filming for the promo videos just completed. “We are thrilled to be able to show you the completed designs for our posters and t-shirts,” say the organisers.

“We have three different t-shirt designs to choose from this year and pre-orders are already open. There are limited numbers so please get your order in early to ensure you get your first choice.

All orders will receive free window stickers so we can have White Ribbon on doors, cars and all the protective

panels throughout New Zealand.”

This year, White Ribbon is talking about the #outdated stereotypes that boys and men are handed down from their role models. The things we teach our kids about “how to be a man” might seem harmless, but actually carry messages that can create a really

negative impact.

When we say things like “show them who’s boss”, “kids should keep quiet” or “treat ‘em mean, keep ‘em keen” we’re putting limits on how kids interact with their world and how they develop their relationships.

Many men have grown up hearing these things and end up copying these unhealthy attitudes and behaviours - even if they don’t like or agree with them. At their worst, these attitudes and behaviours can lead to violence toward women. This violence affects our families, our communities, and our whole

country.

So how do we change it? In our relationships with whanau, friends, teammates and colleagues, we can challenge the #outdated stereotypes of what it means to be a man. We can role model healthy relationships and focus on strength that comes from a kaupapa of respect and aroha. We can call each other out and encourage more korero about gender equality.

By challenging each other, we become stronger, and support change for those who need it the most. It’s time to shake off the old and reveal the new.

Mooove over, dairy!

Catching up with friends and enjoying the Motueka Sunday Market last weekend were, from left, Ian Ferne, Bob Markham and Stephen Morris.

SAFE has launched a brand new Dairy-Free Challenge to coincide with World Vegetarian Month this October.

SAFE Eat Kind Programme Coordinator Kylie Dale said “Going dairy-free is a great move for your health, for our planet and for animals.”

“Agriculture is our largest contributor to our greenhouse gas emissions. New Zealand’s emissions from dairy cows are greater than our entire transport fleet.”

“SAFE’s Dairy-Free Challenge includes an email series that covers everything from delicious dairy-free products to recipes and tips on eating.”

“Our message to Kiwis is to give it a go. You’ll be surprised how easy it is.”

Daniel was one of several members of staff redeployed to assist DOC and cleaned signs in the Park during August this year.

“It’s a complicated summer for business!”

Eliminating international distractions is one of the benefits of the global lockdown, and “we’re lucky to have a great product!” says CEO Darryl Wilson of Wilsons Abel Tasman.

Bookings for summer have been “strong”, confirms Daryl. This includes boat services, walk and kayak packages, and accommodation at the two beachfront lodges in the Park. “We’re feeling very positive that New Zealanders have put us on their bucket lists!”

“With regard to the coming summer, the only indicator we have is forward booking for our lodge-based Walking and Sea Kayaking –summed up as 3- or 5-day all inclusive ‘Civilised Adventures’.

“These bookings are comparable to previous seasons at this stage and, if we remain in control of Covid-19, the good news is New Zealanders are coming to this region.”

Readjusted ‘bucket lists’

“We have worked hard – and at significant cost – promoting in both print and online to encourage people to get Abel Tasman National Park to the top of their readjusted ‘bucket lists’.”

However, the day trip activity is hard to predict due to short booking habits of domestic travellers. Visitors need to get over the expectation that they can just turn up for trips or accommodation and it will be available.

The key message is that New Zealanders really do need to book ahead – by a day at least, to ensure staff are engaged and the service they want to use is operating, all operators are juggling yield management aggressively to minimise losses.

“This puts a strain on the allocation of services and staff – it’s really helpful if we have advance notice!”

“These school holidays we have been heartened by the boat and kayaking numbers.

“We recognise that these are uncertain times for many, and continue to encourage locals through various deals to escape, revive, and reconnect with family and friends as our way of thanking local hosts and community.

High standards, low margins

“The reality is that it’s very expensive to operate a service to the standards that we aspire to. Margins are negative in the current international visitor-free environment but we play the long game supporting staff and locals at this time.”

Giving back to the community is what staff members at Wilsons Abel Tasman did while on a wage subsidy during the Covid19 lockdown. With lockdown there were no visitors, local or international, plus lots of downtime. The Department of Conservation was approached and offered part-time work so that “quite a few of our staff could be retained,” says Darryl.

“Now the interesting aspect of this is that any rubbish on the sides of roads, in our parks and forests, along our beaches, can definitely only come from New Zealanders. We won’t be able to blame overseas visitors anymore!”

No more excuses for all that rubbish

Tighten up your sleep routine and help your brain detox

Sleep is important for many brain functions, including how neurons communicate with one another.

Fun quiz for kids

The Motueka Public Library held their 11th annual book quiz for Year 5 & 6 school children at the end of last month.

The winners were the Ngatimoti Fluff Balls from Ngatimoti School, winning with one point ahead of the Wha Tui Puka Puka from Tapawera School.

St Peter Chanel

School won the prize for best costume, dressed as Spy Predator Corps.

All the schools did extremely well with only a few points difference between them.

The children were

quizzed on these New Zealand titles: Tohora: The Southern Right Whale by Ned Barraud, Avis and the Promise of Dragons by Heather McQuillan and Lizard’s Tale by Weng Wai Chan, as well as general book knowledge.

The aim was to inspire children’s interest in books, celebrate children’s literature, promote New Zealand authors and complement the other cultural and sporting activities in the district.

“The quiz would not have happened without our fabulous local sponsors, Paper Plus, Toad Hall, New World, State Cinema and The Warehouse,” says head librarian, Janine Gillions.

Above and left are some of the several teams of highly enthusiastic children at the recent Library Quiz event.

Recent findings also suggest that sleep plays a vital role in removing brian toxins that build up while we are awake. Unfortunately, most people find that they can’t shut their minds off when they go to bed. Here are four ways we can tighten up our sleep, especially during times of stress:

1. Don’t get into bed until you’re actually sleepy. Let your body, not the clock, dictate when you get into bed. If you go to bed before your body’s ready for sleep, you’re likely to end up worrying, which makes it even harder to sleep.

2. If you can’t sleep, get out of bed until you’re sleepy.If you wake up in the middle of the night and can’t fall back asleep, don’t lie there fighting it. Instead, get out of bed until you’re sleepy again. You could read or watch some of your favourite sitcoms. The worst thing you can do is stay in bed worrying about not sleeping. Because this trains your mind to associate fear and worry with your bed, and this is obviously not a good option.

3. Pick a consistent wake-up time. When we continually change our wake up time, we contribute to what’s called social jet lag,which leads to the same symptoms as real jet lag. This occurs because your body’s main signal for feeling sleepy is how long you’ve been awake. If you’re waking up at different times throughout the week, your body is never going to develop a consistent pattern of sleep.

4. Don’t sleep in. When you first wake up in the morning, your brain is still “coming online,” which means it’s harder to think rationally. As a result, when you lay in bed after your alarm, your chances of becoming anxious go up. The best way to avoid this early morning anxiety is to get out of bed and get going straight upon hearing your alarm.

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Teen Makerspace & snacks for 12+ @ Motueka Library, Wednesday 7 October - 2-3pm

Free Family Fun - Meet a local hero at Motueka Library, Thursday 8 October 10am-11am

Motueka Pop-Up Employment and Training Expo

Thursday 15 October, 10am-4pm - All ages and career stages welcome

Meet work brokers, trainers and employers from local industry, service and training providers. Learn about jobs, careers and business. A collaboration between the Motueka Library and Employment team at the Ministry of Social Development’s Motueka Service Centre, helping the Covid -19 recovery.

Garden Gurus – Monday 12 October, 11am-12.30pm

Art Workshops with Marian Painter at Motueka Library

What colour is blue? – Monday 12 October, 1.30-3.30pm

Tessellations & Escher – Monday 2 November, 10-12pm

Improve your Drawing with Perspective simplified – Monday 9 October, 1.30-3.30pm

Bookings Essential, ph, (03)528 1047, $10 to pay on the day

Haiku Evening at Motueka Library

Friday 16 October, 5-6pm

We invite you to read your Haiku or listen to Haiku entries. Prizes and spot prizes on the night.

Building Bricks Club contest at Motueka Library

For the home-building contest, the theme is Halloween/Xmas. Children to submit entries using their own Lego bricks, entries built and photographed at the next Library session will also be accepted. Submissions are to be made by emailing up to three photographs of a creation to adbarbour@gmail.com (Adrian Barbour) or Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz (Janine)

Prizes will be Lego sets of up to $40 for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, with minifigure prizes for runners-up. Entries will be accepted up to Friday 27th November, with winners announced at our final 2020 Motueka Library session on Monday 30th November.

Do Not feed the Kea colouring competition at Motueka Library

Winners 1-5 year olds were: Tui Hikuroa, Evie Bache, Jacob Hill

Winners 6-10 were: Gabrielle Wards, Pearl Jacobsen, Cordt Horrell

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Hollywood heavyweight to help save males

Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ) is calling on Hollywood heavyweight Dwayne Johnson (aka “The Rock”) to talk to Kiwi men about beach safety.

Enthusiasm not dampened by pandemic

Two recent initiatives at SeniorNet have enabled members to thrive in spite of lockdown travel restrictions and the concerns about mixing socially here in Motueka. They have been enjoying virtual travels around the world, and have become involved with a Google-funded project to access technology classes virtually.

A new interest group focusing on “Countries and Cultures” allows armchair travel for SeniorNet members who are frustrated by not being able to fly overseas for their holidays. The group meets on Thursday afternoons twice a month and has proved to be very popular.

The members choose a country (or

geographical area) to focus on each month.

The first session of the month features an invited speaker who has lived and worked (or volunteered) overseas.

“It’s been fascinating to discover the range of interesting places people in our community have lived or spent time in,” says education coordinator, Sandra

Price. “For example, we’ve had locals from Motueka introduce us to places such as Iran, Niue, Ali Curong (a remote Aboriginal settlement in the Northern Territory), Romania, Madagascar, Mongolia, Uganda, Malawi, Myanmar to name a few!”

For the second session, members of the group research select-

ed topics about the country concerned. This not only develops skills for researching internet sources, but challenges members as they learn about other cultures, too, and provides a forum for enjoyable discussion.

Above: Allan and Trudi Culling present a session on Niue where they had worked for 20 years.

The cry for help comes as figures reveal an alarming 89% of beach and coastal drowning victims in Aotearoa/New Zealand over the last

10 years were male.

SLSNZ Chief Executive, Paul Dalton, says the problem appears to be getting worse.

“A third of all drownings in Aotearoa occur at the beach and, what’s more, the number of beach drownings has actually increased by 37% over the past five years. The tragedy of the situation

is that these drownings are preventable.”

He says SLSNZ’s Volunteer Surf Lifeguards believe it’s time for an intervention of “mammoth” proportions.

In an effort to share and reinforce vital beach safety messaging, Dalton says the organisation is reaching out to The Rock via social media – and they’re asking Kiwis to help.

“We’re essentially asking Kiwis to help us get through to The Rock on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter in an effort to grab his attention and convince him to talk to our nation’s males,” he says.

“It’s a bit of fun, but it’s also a really serious issue.

“We’re hoping this will serve as a springboard for New Zealanders to start thinking and talking about beach safety as we head into summer.”

Jump in quick and play along

Over the past few months, Nelson Tasman locals have really got behind the “We’ve Got This” campaign and showed off their favourite things from around the region on social media.

But we want even more people to experience how good we’ve got it here and that’s why we’re launching the next phase of the campaign, The Nelson Tasman Adventure Challenge.

Using the Goosechase scavenger hunt phone app, we’ve created 50 different regional challenges, like exploring the Abel Tasman, writing a message in the sand, following the street art trail or creating a picnic or meal using local products. We’ve basically turned the Nelson Tasman region into a big game and we want everyone to play it, either as part of a team or as an individual.

Each challenge you complete earns you entries into the draw

for the main $3,000 prize. There are also over $5,000 worth of additional spot prizes up for grabs for those who complete individual challenges. You don’t have to complete all of them to be in the running, but the more challenges you tick off, the more points you’ll earn (and

the more fun you’ll have!).

The Nelson Tasman Adventure Challenge went live at 12pm Wednesday, 23 September and runs until 11pm on Sunday, 11 October. All prizes will be drawn on Monday, 12 October.

“As this competition is running during the school holidays, it’s the perfect activity for families who want to get out and about,” says Campaign Project Lead Ali Boswijk. “But the adventure challenge is designed for explorers of all ages and there are also plenty of ‘mature’ challenges, like wine tasting, craft beer sampling and local shopping. It’s not just for the locals, either. It’s a great way for visitors to see what the region has to offer.”

She says it’s sometimes easy to forget how lucky we are to live in such an extraordinary place, and this challenge is the perfect way to remind ourselves and, most importantly, to do something new.

“Mostly, this is about having fun and giving people a reason to experience our stun-

ning backyard. But, just like the first phase of the We’ve Got This campaign, everyone who participates will also be doing their bit to support local businesses, grow confidence and promote the region. It’s a true win-win - and, given all the prizes up for grabs, you could even call it a win-win-win.”

How to get involved in the Nelson Tasman Adventure Challenge:

1. Download the Goosechase App on your phone and create an account.

2. Enter the unique game code 4XJZQ5 to join the challenge.

3. Create your team - or select your team from the list if it’s already been created. If you’re playing individually, just enter your name.

4. After joining the game, you’ll be taken to the challenge list.

5. Now the fun begins - start completing challenges and earning points!

I have spent the vast majority of my life in the West Coast -Tasman electorate. I was brought up on a dairy farm near Westport and I am now based in Upper Moutere. I consider myself privileged to have been able to live in what I consider to be the best parts of New Zealand, with access to nature on our doorstep.

I have had numerous roles in farming and have owned and operated an adventure tourism business. I have never lost my passion for these industries and other primary sectors that will drive the future prosperity of our electorate.

I believe that every New Zealander, including West Coast and Tasman residents, deserves the opportunity to realise their full potential through a sound education system, good health care and a community that is supportive of new and innovative solutions to the challenges that we face.

Together we can keep moving towards better-paid, sustainable jobs that promote industry growth and a more prosperous future for all people in our region.

Steve grew up on a Maruia Valley farm and has lived in Tasman since 1991. He established the award-winning Jester House café. It was Green commitments to action on the big issues such as inequality, climate change and now Covid- 19 that prompted Steve to stand for the Green Party.

Steve is determined to see the huge Covid- 19 spending programme focus more on priorities that will help create a future for all of us and help young people thrive. Projects must lead to long-term sustainable benefits. The Green Party’s bold, new policies seek to reduce Aotearoa’s inequalities – particularly those facing young people, women, and Maori.

Your Party Vote matters! It’s only with a bigger Green heart in government that will ensure we create a fairer, greener Aotearoa. Over the past three years, the Greens have achieved more action on climate change than over the past three decades of government combined, tackled inequality, and protected our precious wild places. Now is the time to build on what we’ve achieved so far to go further and faster.

The Green Party does politics differently. We’re thinking ahead by acting now to truly tackle the challenges we face as a community.”

Find out more about the Green Party’s plans at greens.org.nz.

Jack Collin is the candidate of Social Credit in the election for West Coast-Tasman. Jack became involved with Social Credit in 1968 and has been a party member from that time.

Social Credit has promoted a financial system using our own Reserve Bank to be the source of the credit to replace the borrowing that Governments have done for many years. Before the arrival of Covid19 the country owed 80 billion dollars overseas having to pay approx. $5 billion a year in interest from taxpayer’s money collected, leaving a shortage of funds which should be spent on health services, solving the housing crisis, reducing the numbers living in poverty, or a multitude of other possibilities. The Social Credit Party has survived while many others have gone out of existence.

Jack Collin was brought up in the Hutt Valley and went to Victoria University studying a B.Com. For 30 years Jack worked as a company accountant for various companies, then spent 20 years working as a wholesale company sales representative travelling the South Island calling on all sports shops. Jack is now retired living in Westport. Jack has spent 50 years as a volunteer rowing coach being a life member of four rowing clubs having taught many successful rowers. Jack is a member of the Westport Rotary Club.

When I entered Parliament I was committed to helping West CoastTasman, and all other smaller communities, to realise their full potential. This remains my priority.

I understand the challenges isolated communities face and want to ensure they are never forgotten by the decision-makers in Wellington. Rural New Zealand is the powerhouse of this country and it’s important to me we have policies that grow our economy and create jobs while responsibly managing our environment.

The response to Covid-19 has left Kiwis with uncertainty about what the future looks like, but not about the debt levels we will face for at least 30 years. We need good economic managers at the helm to make sure the fiscal legacy we leave our future generations doesn’t impact their future. Through careful spending on projects that will deliver jobs to our communities and stimulate growth in our economy we can reduce our debt. National has a long term plan to allow Kiwis to get on with the job of re-building our economy, making sure bureaucracy gets out of their way so they can thrive.

You can be assured of a strong advocate for your community when choosing me for your electorate representative in the 2020 election.

Authorised by Jack Collin, 27 Romilly Street, Westport

As Charles Dickens once wrote “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times” and the same could be said about our last season here at the Milestone Homes Top of the South speedway. Our what was looking like a good season was abruptly put to a sudden stop by the Covid-19 pandemic and although you would need a crystal ball to see how this season pans out the Nelson Speedway Association will still forge ahead with what is to be another exciting season of top of the shelf speedway. If all goes to plan, we will be hosting four Speedway New Zealand titles this season with South Island championships for ree-Quarter Midgets on the

20th March and the ever impressive Sprintcars on the 13th February. Also, on the seasons programme are two New Zealand Grand Prix with the hard hitting Streetstocks on the 23rd January and the crazies of speedway, the sidecars, on the 5th and 6th of March (awaiting council approval for two-night meeting).

Another big meeting we will be hosting this season is the PTS Superstock Stampede on the 12th December. a er two failed attempts due to bad weather and the Covid-19 virus it’s third time lucky for the club to host this big Superstock event. One we hope will be successful enough to host on an annual basis. Another

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meeting which will prick a few peoples interest is on the night of the ree-Quarter Midget South Island championship we will also play host to a Modi ed reunion put together by the Nelson Speedway Asso ciation and some of the retired modi ed drivers from a few years ago.

e idea is to host a dinner for past and present Modi ed drivers on the Friday night then have the Modi eds race here the next night. At this staged we are hoping to have the 1NZ, 2NZ and 3NZ cars here along with visitors from the North Island as well as the South. Modi ed used to be strong here in Nelson so its going to be great to see them

Le : e ree-Quarter Midget class has been going from strength to strength over the last few seasons, 23N Dylan Bensemann has shown good early form already. Right: e elin Construction New Zealand Sidecar Grand Prix will be hotly contested here this season. e 17N bike of Brent Steer and Wade orn will be keen to make their mark.

Photos: BM Photography. Proud

back again.

Demolition derbies are always popular with the fans during any season and this year we have two, plus the very popular 30 lap streetcar race. is race was introduced a few seasons back and it gives the people that have always wanted to have a go at speedway an opportunity to build a car to derby speci cations and race it. is normally means

that a er the race you should still have a car that you can use for the derby on the 26th December. Also, this season we are introducing a corporate derby which will entice local businesses to put a team of cars together and try and win the prize money on o er and, of course, the all-important bragging rights that go with it. Along with all these big meetings are, of course, our crowd

favourites like the Trackman Trophy night (opening night this weekend 10th October) the Coca Cola Fireworks night on the 24th October, Hydraulink War of the Wings Sprintcars on the 28th November, e Child Cancer Foundation fundraising night on the 9th January which will feature the Ministock Mania and the CCF Trophy for the Quarter Midgets. Both are youth classes with the

Quarter Midgets being a new class that has been introduced here this season which gives kids from ages 8-15 years old a crack at speedway. As the whole meeting is based around kids and the Child Cancer Foundation the popular kids bike race will be on the programme this night as well. To cap o the season we will be running our Easter meeting on the 2nd April and we have also

added a big Sprintcar meeting to this season with the Sunshine Classic being held here on the 17th April. is, like the PTS Superstock Stampede, is a local promotion that we hope will tempt the big names in New Zealand Sprintcar racing here to challenge for the big prize money on o er and, if successful, will turn into an annual event.

With the two practice sessions

Current South Island champion 95N Alex Hill has come to grips with the new track surface and has shown some quick lap times at the practices.

Photo: BM Photography.

now completed on the new track surface some lap records have already been broken so we are expecting some exciting

and close top shelf racing here this season. If you want to nd more info head to our website at https://nelsonspeedway.

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Accounts Department presents Opening Night – Trackman Trophy

Polar Fishing Gear presents Coca Cola Fireworks

Trinder Engineers presents Super Saloons & 30 lap Streetcar Race

Brightwater Fathers Group presents Hydraulink War of the Wings - Sprintcars

PTS presents Superstock Stampede

Jacks Tyres presents Demolition Derby

Tasman Heavy Diesel presents CCF Racing for the Kids, Ministock Mania, Midget Series

Capelli Hair Salon presents New Zealand Streetstock Grand Prix

Dirtworks presents South Island Sprintcar Championship

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Thelin Construction presents New Zealand Sidecar Grand Prix

Baby on the Move presents South Island Three Quarter Championship, Corporate Demolition Derby, Super Saloon Teams, Modi ed Reunion

Nelson Tow & Salvage presents Easter Extravaganza

Mike Rollo of Harcourts presents Season Final, Sunshine ClassicSprintcars

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1NZ Stockcar pilot Ben Smith has his car dialled in for another season and plans to defend his title this season in Napier. Photo: BM Photography.

Celebrating resilience and connecting communities

Motueka Kai Fest will be happening again next year on 28 February at Goodman Field, next to the Rec Centre.

“In these ‘new’ times, it’s even more important for the community to get together, celebrate, and strengthen the bonds between us,” says former coordinator, Annelie Stephenson, now the Kai Fest treasurer.

With the grape and apple harvest always in full swing at the start of April, the Kai Fest team brought the date forward. And with Decks Reserve now being a construction zone, Goodman Field is a new best option.

The new events co-ordinator is Greg

Jones, and his own change of career direction has freed him up to be available to

throw his energy into Kai Fest next year.

“I’m joining a team that has successfully

managed three Kai Fests already, and had outgrown the previous location. The new venue is awesome!”

“My previous experience with outdoor festivals and in the hospitality field makes me confident about the way forward for Kai Fest. In years to come, I want to turn this into the biggest festival in the Top of the South.”

This family event will run from 11am to 6pm on 28 February and will host more than 80 stalls, two sound stages, lots of family entertainment. And more! “Our goal is to attract more than 7,000 peo-

ple,” says Greg.

The Kai Fest Trust consists of Irma Jager (chairperson), Annelie Stephenson, Renee Kelly, Verena Gruner and Lisa Ismael. It’s a small, dedicated team that would welcome a new secretary.

If you would like a stall at Motueka Kai Fest, or are a singer/ performer and would like to showcase your talent, or you would like to contribute your energy to this community event, please email motueka.kai. fest@gmail.com or call 027 4300 626 or check out www.motuekakaifest.nz

New Kai Fest co-ordinator, Greg Jones, is happy to be “taking on a successful story and turning it into a book.” Here he brandishes the plans for the festival layout which will cover 1,500 square metres of Goodman Field in Motueka.

The Kapa Haka event at last year’s Kai Fest.

Spice up your life!

He is absolutely thrilled about his new role as owner and full of praise for his fabulous team.

“We’ve the most amazing team and I could not have made this happen without their support.”

Its obvious Sabin loves his work and thoroughly enjoys entertaining people as they delight in the traditional dishes served at Simply Indian.

Indian cuisine is widely known for its extensive assortment of dishes. The cooking style varies from region to region and is largely divided into South Indian and North Indian cuisine.

Venture to the north, and you will find that roast meat dishes, cooked in the tandoor oven eaten with delicious Indian flat breads like fresh fluffy naan. Simply Indian offer a choice of Tandoori delights, including Tandoori chicken, marinated overnight in ginger, garlic and yoghurt before being roasted in tandoor. This method is also used for their fabulous chicken tikka Marsala.

Dishes from Southern India are infused with a tangy, spicy flavour and often use coconut in their cuisine. Madras would have to be one of the most well-known southern Indian dishes. Named after the city of Madras (now Chennai) this dish is yellowish in colour and rather spicy. Simply Indian creates this southern Indian dish using your choice of succulent lamb, beef or chicken.

You’ll find the menu at Simply Indian is vast and expansive with many flavour options depending on your tastes. There’s all manner of curries on offer, delicious appetizers, Indian breads, desserts and of course vegetarian tastes are well catered for. Simply Indian also offers many gluten free, dairy free and vegan options too.

Traditional Indian food is relished for its fabulous use of herbs and spices. Right here in Motueka, Simply Indian brings those flavours to life using time-honored recipes and the freshest ingredients available.

Bright colourful saris adorn the walls, metallic threads shimmering in the light. The gentle aroma of spices beckons, tempting ones senses with the cuisine which awaits. Sabin Thapa, smiles as he warmly welcomes diners into his restaurant. He is the face behind Motueka’s only Indian restaurant. Sabin has been working at Simply Indian for seven years, five of those as manager. He has recently become the new owner of this popular High Street restaurant and couldn’t be happier.

Well versed in customer service, Sabin sees our community as a second family and as a result he treats people as such. Widely regarded around town as one of the friendliest people in Motueka, his smile and warmth has a way of brightening even the darkest day. Sabin’s friendly, welcoming disposition creates an incredibly warm ambience in this well-loved Indian restaurant.

“I’ve got so much love for this town and for the local people,” he say’s with his trademark grin.

“The community here is wonderful and I want to thank you all for the support and encouragement you’ve shown us during our Simply Indian journey.”

Simply Indian’s chef’s; left to right –

Simply Indian are open Monday to Saturday for lunch 11am – 2pm and dinner 5pm until late and on Sunday from 5pm until late. Their lunchtime specials are great value for money at only $11. They also offer the convenience of takeaway orders should you prefer.

You will find them at 130 High Street, close to the Museum, phone 03 528 6364 to book a table or place a takeaway order. To explore their menu and find out more visit their website www.motuekaindian.co.nz

Simply Indian, Indian cuisine at its best, right here in Motueka.

The wonderful Sabin Thapa – Owner of Simply Indian

Working together to create awareness

Nine New Zealand women, on average, will hear the news today that they have breast cancer.

80% of people with breast cancer survive 10 years or more (92% if detected on a screening mammogram) but tragically, more than 600 women die of the disease every year.

2020 has been a powerful reminder that we are all in this together, and our choices and actions have the power to protect the most vulnerable among us in a big way. The same holds true when it comes to breast cancer. With your support, we can show every woman that her life is important. By working together, we can inspire hope and become a force for good “to get her” access to the care she needs.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer for Kiwi women and the third most common cancer overall. It affects one in nine New Zealand women over their lifetime.

About 70% - 75% of women who are diagnosed with breast cancer and about 80% of women who die from it are aged 50 years or older.

Some women are at greater risk of breast cancer because there is a history of close family members having the disease. However, most women who develop breast cancer have no relatives with the disease. Even among women who do have relatives with breast cancer, most will never develop it.

to offering the highest professional standards together with personal care and attention. Gentle guidance when you need it most.

Pink Ribbon Street Appeal

Join us on Friday October 30 and Saturday 31 October as thousands of Kiwis around the country take to the streets to collect funds for breast cancer education, research, advocacy, and patient support.

With your help we can continue saving lives through early detection, expanding horizons in breast cancer research and supporting those in their time of need.

We need your help!

The Pink Ribbon Street Appeal wouldn’t be possible without the thousands of incredible volunteers who join us every year. Funds raised ensure we can continue our vital research, education, awareness and patient support programs.

We need more wonderful volunteers to help collect during this year’s Pink Ribbon Street Appeal. A little time makes a massive difference!

If you are able to help please contact Linda Kroupa. Phone 027 940 888

Mammograms save lives

A mammogram is a safe, low-dose x-ray of the breast that can pick up very small breast cancers, well before a lump can be felt.

Women have a 95% chance of surviving breast cancer five years or longer if the cancer is detected by a mammogram. The risk of breast cancer increases as you get older, BCFNZ recommends women consider having regular screening from age 40.

Having a mammogram

A screening mammogram is an x-ray of the breasts and is used to detect breast cancer before it shows any signs or symptoms. Early detection can reduce the chance of dying from breast cancer by approximately one third, as small, early cancers are easier to treat. Screen-detected cancers are also more likely to be treated without having to completely remove the breast.

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You can have a free mammogram every two years if you’re an eligible woman aged 45 to 69 years, although the Government has announced they intend to progressively increase the age for free breast screening to 74. (The Government has committed to “progressively increasing” the upper limit to 74 and you can enroll when this age extension comes into effect.)

Change and check campaign

Broadcaster Sarah Gandy has joined forces with Breast Cancer Foundation NZ (BCFNZ) to launch the Change & Check campaign, kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This comes as BCFNZ also publishes new research showing how young Kiwi women are neglecting their breast health.

A survey by Colmar Brunton commissioned by BCFNZ reveals:

• 1 in 6 Kiwi women under 45 never check their breasts for changes

• “Not knowing how” is the number 1 reason why women under 45 don’t self-check

• 37% of women under 45 don’t know what to look for when checking their breasts, compared to only 8% of women 45 and older

• Only 12% of women under 45 could correctly name all of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer

• Nearly 1 in 8 respondents under 45 have ignored a lump or other symptom, rather than getting checked out by a doctor.

The Change & Check campaign sees stickers displaying the signs and symptoms of breast cancer in changing rooms across New Zealand. The message is simple –know the warning signs of breast cancer and if you notice anything unusual, get checked out by a doctor straight away.

Sarah Gandy, who was diagnosed with breast cancer early last year at the age of 36 and is BCFNZ’s newest Ambassador, said: “This project is all about getting women thinking and checking their boobs at a time that works for them.

We all know the signs of a cold. How great would it be if women had that same level of knowledge about what their boobs are telling them? My own case shows that breast cancer can happen to younger women, so we all need to pay attention.

Sarah owes her survival to her own vigilance, after she started self-checking when her good friend Delaney Tabron was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. In a truly global effort, Sarah collaborated with Helen Addis, and asked Delaney – who starred in the NZ comedy series ‘Step Dave’ and now lives in Los Angeles – to design the Kiwi Change & Check sticker. All three women are passionate about turning their experiences into something positive, by raising awareness that breast cancer can happen to young women too.

Although breast cancer in younger women is less common (out of the 3,300 women in NZ diagnosed every year, 350 of them will be under 45), it is more aggressive.

BCFNZ’s Pre Check app gives women the confidence to take control of their own breast health. Visual, tactile and audio cues help you search for signs of breast cancer on screen, a ‘how-to’ guide teaches you what to look for when self-checking, and you can even set monthly reminders to do self-checks. It can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play, or visit bcf.org.nz/precheck

To order Change & Check stickers and posters, visit bcf.org.nz/changeandcheck

How you can help

Get involved - Get creative and host your own event, or join one of ours. You could be dressing up in pink for night walk under the stars, or hosting your friends for breakfast.

Volunteer - Volunteers are involved in every part of our work. You could help out in our office, at one of our events, or collecting during our appeals.

Donate - Your donations directly fund breast cancer research, community education, and support programmes for patients.

Support - Show your support by donating to our Pink Ribbon Street Appeal on 30th and 31st of October.

Keep an eye out for Pink Product’s you’ll find everything from Pink Lady apples to Pink Raspberry Mallowpuffs. A portion of the sales will go towards raising awareness, supporting New Zealanders with breast cancer, and funding life-saving new research.

If you’re looking for a special purchase, an everyday item, or a gift for a friend, consider a Pink Product.

Saving your life can be as easy as checking your breasts in the time it takes to get changed.”

Motueka Squash Club Champs

Noa Fizsimmons took out the junior mens title at the recent Motueka Squash Club championships to put his name on the honours board for the first time. At times, he was pushed in all three of his matches but still managed to get through without dropping a game. Calver Wiffen came runner-up. A new winner in the junior women’s event was also crowned; Naomi Lang taking the title by one game on count-back. Reigning champion, Lili Fitzsimmons, and

Serena Curren both finished with a total of 7 game wins to Lang’s 8. Fitzsimmons took the runner-up spot on points countback.

In the senior women’s final Maree Smith beat Keren Barcas and Nick Wiffen beat Duncan Cederman in the senior men’s.

RESULTS: Junior men: Round 1: Calver Wiffen beat Khai Sheak: 12-14, 11-8, 12-10, 5-11, 11-9.

Noa Fitzsimmons beat Hunter Heath Keen: 11-2, 12-10, 11-3. Round 2: Fitzsimmons beat Wiffen: 12-10, 11-8, 11-4. Sheak beat Heath Keen: 11-5, 11-4, 11-7. Round 3: Wiffen beat Heath Keen: 11-8, 11-0, 11-1. Fitzsimmons beat Sheak: 11-8, 12-10, 11-5.

Junior women: Round 1: Serena Curren beat Naomi Lang: 5-11, 6-11, 11-9, 11-5, 11-4. Lili Fitzsimmons beat Hui Sheak: 11-9, 11-8, 11-6. Round 2: Lang beat Fitzsimmons: 11-9, 12-10, 6-11, 12-10. Curren beat Sheak: 11-9, 7-11, 11-6, 12-10. Round 3: Lang beat Sheak: 9-11, 11-5, 12-10, 11-2. Fitzsimmons beat Curren: 11-7, 7-11, 11-8, 11-9.

MBS Motueka Golf Club

On a weekend of magnificent Spring weather the club held the very popular Super Liquor Pairs. This event is run over two days and consists of a 4 Ball Best Ball, and Foursomes on the Saturday and a Nett round on the Sunday. The club is very appreciative of the wonderful support that Super Liquor gives us in running this event.

The Mens event was won by Bernard Walshand Barrie Walker on a combined score of 278.

Second Kevin Armstrong and Allan Barbara 280

Third Rob Guild and Nathan Binns 280

Fourth James Lillington and John O’Neil

Fifth Harry Bell and Alan Hamilton 286

Sixth Mark Carrington and James Smith 286

7th Geoff Park and Richard Bullock 287

The Ladies event was won convincingly by Evelyn Hay and Yvonne Stevenson with an excellent score of 276

Second Jacquie Martin and Lois Cocks 281

Third Shona Johnson and Joyce Bullock 282

Fourth Derryn Hedges and Penny Vincent 283

Sunday’s Nett round also incorporates the Spring Cup which is awarded to the best nett round on the day. This was won by Derryn Hedges with an excellent 66.

Congratulations also to the many players who won Novelty Prizes and scored twos over the weekend.

Bridge Club Results

Championship Round 6 Open Results

North/South

1st Carol Gatenby & Julia Armstrong 56.71%

Maxine Carrington & Trevor Squires 55.32%

Vicki Adnams & Mary Hamilton 53.24%

1st Mary Fraher & Linda Thurow 60.65% 2nd Maureen Anderson & Lois Cocks 60.19%

Alison McMillan & Ashley Mooney 53.70s%

Tasman Smallbore Rifle Shooting Results 21.9.2020

Tasman Rugby Union is pleased to announce that te Pa Wines has signed to be the Union’s Wine Sponsor for 2020.

Tasman Rugby Union is pleased to announce that te Pa Wines has signed to be the Union’s Wine Sponsor for 2020.

te Pa produces award-winning and sustainably-grown wines from the iconic Marlborough wine region. The te Pa, Pa Road, Koha and Montford Estate wines they produce are available nationwide and internationally.

Haysley MacDonald, owner and founder of te Pa Wines, was born and bred on the Wairau Bar. His family lineage goes back over 800 years to some of the earliest Maori arrivals to New Zealand.

Haysley is passionate about his region, wine making and rugby. These three passions made the decision to get

involved in supporting the TRU and the Tasman Mako teams an easy one.

TRU CEO Tony Lewis said “Viticulture, especially in Marlborough, is a major economic driver in Te Tau Ihu and for te Pa Wines to be a major commercial supporter of rugby in the region is particularly pleasing. We welcome their involvement in our game and our Union”.

According to TRU Brand Ambassador Graeme Taylor, finding a Marlborough wine company to sponsor rugby was challenging but a perfect match has been found.

“Haysley MacDonald and his family and staff are proud Marlburians who recognise the role rugby plays in the community bringing people together, as enjoying wine does also”.

te Pa will have

wines available by the glass at all Blenheim and Nelson home games, including their award-winning te Pa Sauvignon Blanc and Pa Road Pinot Noir. Mako fans can also purchase wine by the case to enjoy at home, through te Pa’s website. Use the promotion code MAKO2020 for a 15% discount on all wines. Shipping included for MarlboroughTasman region.

Contacts:

Mikela DennisonBurgess, Marketing Manager at te Pa Wines mikela@ tepawines.com ; 021 2946741

Tony Lewis at Tasman Rugby Union, tony@tasmanrugby.co.nz ; 021 515448

Volunteer recognised at Netball Centre

Terina Graham shows off the box of chocolates she received for being awarded Motueka Netball Centre’s first volunteer of the month.

Terina coaches Riwaka School’s ‘A’ team and supporters say she

is constantly building these young girls up not only with their netball skills but also with their self-confidence and their positive attitudes in and around the Centre’s netball space.

New coaches are on the receiving end of

Terina’s generosity, with her often giving up her time to assist those new to the role. Riwaka School say they’re lucky to have “such an amazing and dedicated lady involved with their netball team”.

Coach Terina Graham with girls from Riwaka School’s ‘A’ team.

Phone 03 528 2088 Email guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

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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.

BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERSTRUST (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.

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 3037 or Heather 027 4444708

BRAVE HEARTS, support group for family with loved ones with substance addictions. Theme: Managing emotional wellbeing. Venue: Family Service Centre,Talbot Street, Motueka. When: Thursday 8 October 7pm. Details: Linda 0274476435.

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

CARERS SUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family

Wednesday 7 October Encourage-Hope-Share. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people.

Wednesday 14 October guest speaker Gillian Clarke on bowel screening programme. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

DIA B ETE S MOTUEKA support group next meeting 10 am Wednesday 14th October at the Motueka hospital rooms Courtney street. phone Heather 5289689

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492 Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE Katrina Anderson is available free at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings 9.30am – 12pm.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS We need YOU to join the Motueka District Brass, make music and have fun. Come along and try us out and make music with the Motueka District Brass. Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or phone 02102233244

MOTUEKA GRG S U PPORT GR OU P 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. Phone 0211337299.

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Come and have a yarn, a cuppa or do a project. Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm

MOTUEKANEWCOMERS New to Motueka?

We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Mary 5284531.

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Nelson, Richmond, 6 monthly subscription $25 + mileage. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 / mapuawheels@gmail.com

NELSON CAMERACLUB NZ National Triptych Salon, Presentation evening. A kaleidoscope of triptych photography from throughout NZ. 12th October, Johnny Cash Room, NMIT, Carpark 7, Nile St. 6pm – 8pm. All welcome. Contact Peter 021 0279 2344.

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

RUMMIKUB every THURSDAY 1-4pm Senior Citizens Hall 10 Pah St Contact Mavis 5268796

SENIORNET MOTUEKA Take advantage of the many courses offered and join Seniornet. Phone phone Maureen on 02102600432 or go to www. seniornetmotueka.org.nz

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 phone 5391137 for details.

YOGA for people who have or have had cancer, Tuesday morning, Tuesday evenings and Wednesday mornings. Register info@ cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137

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antiques

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

carpet cleaning

TA SM AN CA RP ET C LEANIN G - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.

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C HI M NEY S WEE P Marahau-MotuekaTasman-Moutere and surrounding areas. Free quote or query. Phone Steve 021-081-01146.

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Cherie Anne

On September 30th 2020. Peacefully at her home after a brave and courageous battle, aged 53 years. Dealy loved soulmate of Stephen. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Samuel and Ellie, Jordan and Sandra. Most dearly loved only daughter of the late George Hickmott, and Jan and the late John Riley (Motueka). Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Gavin and Denise (Brisbane), Kendall and Melanie (Motueka). Dealy loved Aunty of Jacob, Kyden, Dylan, Piper and Maxim. Will be so sadly missed. ‘We love you to the moon and back’ A service to celebrate Cherie’s life was held on Monday 5th October 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Nelson Tasman Region Hospice Trust, PO Box 283, Nelson would be appreciated.

MARSDEN HOUSE FUNERAL DIRECTORS N.Z.I.F.H. www.marsdenhouse.co.nz

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dentures

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.

garage sale

ATKIN S S T 9am Saturday 10th October. Huge spring clear outcombined households. Good quality items. Cancelled if wet.

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

STORAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060. stump grinding wanted to buy

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