Zara Beaumont, Sophia Kerwin and Jasmine Braaksma cool off at one of our region’s many beaches. Holiday visitors have been treated to stunning weather over the Christmas break, with plenty more forecast throughout January.
Conservation in the Abel Tasman National Park is taking to the sky, with an eye catching depiction of the park proving to be a talking point for people flying around Nelson / Tasman.
One of Helicopters Nelson’s chopper pods has recently been adorned with stunning photos of the conservation work happening in the Abel Tasman.
Project Janszoon Director Bruce Vander Lee says the idea of decorating the pod came about after a conversation with Helicopters Nelson pilot Toby Reid who had just flown some rare whio into the park to be released in the Wainui River.
“We thought it would be a great way of bringing the restoration work going on in the Park to the attention of a wider audience. The images are triggering conversations with people about how they can contribute to conservation in the Abel Tasman National Park
and throughout New Zealand,” says Bruce.
The pod wrap highlights stunning images of the Abel Tasman and native birds like kaka and pateke/brown teal which have been returned to the Park by Project Janszoon and the Department
of Conservation. It was designed by local Motueka company Image Creators. Toby says the eye-catching design is certainly getting clients attention.
“Having these amazing pictures of the park and its native species is an easy way for our
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pilots to begin to tell the wider story of conservation in this region. People definitely show an interest and for some it does have a real impact, they begin to understand there are a whole lot of people doing a whole lot of work behind the
scenes to preserve our natural heritage,” he says. Helicopters Nelson often work with Project Janszoon and DOC to fly rare native species including pateke, kaka and kakariki to release sites in the Abel Tasman.
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Motueka’s new $5 million library concept design has been selected.
The Tasman District Council has chosen a concept design for Motueka’s new $5 million library, appointing Coman Construction and Jerram Tocker Barron architects to carry out the design and construction.
The Council chose the design from three high quality proposals it received through a tender process.
The Coman-Jerram Tocker Barron concept is for a sensitive urban design that creates a significant community centrepiece for Motueka.
Tasman District Council Operations Committee chairman Cr Stuart Bryant says the proposal impressed for its sustainability features, accessible design principles and opportunities to reflect and celebrate the rich culture and heritage of Motueka.
“Libraries are a vital community space for learning, interaction and connection and they are for people of all ages and stages of life. That’s why it’s important that Motueka’s new facility is a high-quality, functional space for people to use, enjoy and connect with.”
The new library is a single story, 1100 square metre building in Decks Reserve, to be located between the iSite and Japanese Gardens. Additional parking will be created on Wallace Street.
Motueka’s current library is 453sqm – less than half the size recommended by the Library
and Information Association of New Zealand (LIANZA) for a community the size of Motueka. The space is cramped, storage of collections is limited and modern library services are difficult to provide in the current space.
The Decks Reserve site was chosen after extensive consultation with stakeholders and the community.
A redevelopment of the library on its current site was rejected largely because of the impact it would have on neighbouring organisations and because space constraints would limit the improvements that could be made.
The new library will utilise passive heating and cooling, and the design aims to use timber and other environmentally-friendly materials.
Universal design principles will ensure it is accessible for all residents using features such as step-free access, gentle ramps, wide corridors and colour to differentiate spaces. The concept design was inspired by the functional, traditional forms of rural farm buildings in the Motueka area. A feature entrance wall will be developed in consultation with iwi and the wider community to celebrate Motueka’s cultural and community identity. Stuart says the design-build team would begin work on firming up the design of the building in the New Year, with construction to begin later in 2020.
Motueka Museum is reliant on volunteers to ensure they can keep sharing our town and district’s colourful history with locals and visitors alike, and on Monday, 25 November they took the opportunity to give thanks to their dedicated team.
“It’s the Trust board’s way of thanking volunteers with a Christmas party,’ says curator Jen Calder.
Gathering at Motueka’s Imagine Theatre, the group enjoyed a hearty spread largely catered for by the local Lionesses.
Enjoying the occasion to mingle with one another while self-serving from the buffet table, the volunteers also donned hats and shared Christmas crackers. All those in attendance were entered into a raffle with ten prizes and further prizes were awarded during rounds of Bingo.
A trivia quiz also kept them on their toes with six questions
general knowledge and six specific to the Museum.
“I was very impressed with the answers, I hadn’t expected some of the questions to be answered!”
Indulging in a Christmas cake by recently appointed Museum life member Eileen Stewart was a highlight.
“It was a really lovely occasion and all appeared to be enjoying themselves,” says Jen.
The Museum is only closed on statutory holidays and welcomes any new volunteers.
‘We’re definitely a bit stretched with our volunteers but are getting by. It’d be great to have a few more!”
Belonging to each and every one of us, the Museum is reliant on its army of volunteers to help keep the doors open.
“You don’t need to know about our history as it’s here. You just need people skills.”
There will only be two types of music blaring from Motueka’s Marchwood Park over the weekend of 11 and 12 January – Country and Western.
The Marchwood Park Country Music Festival kicks off on Saturday at 10am, rolling into the afternoon before an evening showcasing invited guests at 6pm, and returns the following day from 10am-2pm.
“It will be another super weekend of music and friendship,” says Motueka Country Music Club vice president Chris Anderson.
Special guests for the event include Allan Barron from Christchurch who has had an “amazing” career in New Zealand’s music scene with ‘Remedy’ band.
Another guaranteed to entertain is ‘Legal Tender’ from Levin who are “stand alone entertainers” says Chris.
Crowds enjoy the shade and sounds at a previous Country Music Festival.
Impressive local performer Monty Gibbons, a life member of Motueka Country Music Club, will also be on stage with backing provided by popular Nelson band Route 66.
“This year we will enjoy the amazing vocals of our younger local talent Maddison
Connor and Zac Griffiths performing together and individually. We’ll also have
a duet performed by Sandy Colvin and Melinda Goodger. It promises to be an exciting showcase,” says Chris.
During the day audiences will be treated to “walk-up” performances backed by our talented local and invited musicians.
In its ninth year, entry to the Festival is free and via College Street only.
To complement the
music - raffles, a chocolate wheel and food is also available.
Once again the generosity of local businesses have enabled the event and Chris says without their support the Festival wouldn’t happen.
Sponsorship from Motueka New World, Ewings Poultry Hope, Motueka Hire Bins, Barkers of Geraldine, Motueka Hire, Pics Peanut Butter and a
host of local bakeries, cafes and gift shops providing vouchers for spot prizes has been much-appreciated.
Also the gazebos supplied by NBS, Mitre 10, BNZ, Milnes and Beatson, and Ray White.
“We’re also grateful to the A&P Society and Marchwood Park hosts Julie and Jim Cameron,” says Chris. January 11 and 12, Marchwood Park.
Top marks for the intent, but the proposed requirements and obligations in the Government’s ‘essential freshwater package’, currently out for consultation, are in danger of setting regulators, industry, iwi, and the proposal themselves, up to fail, says Dennis BushKing, Tasman District Council Environment and Planning Manager.
The Government’s proposals include key changes to the existing National Policy Statement for Freshwater Management, a new National Environmental Standard for Freshwater and new regulations on stock exclusion.
“Tasman, like other councils, supports many of the proposed changes in principle. We need to continue to improve water management in our district, particularly for ecological health and mahinga kai (collection of food).
“There are very real concerns however over uncertainties in the package, and the lack of capacity and resources in coun-
cils, iwi and industry - locally and nationally - to deliver the new requirements in the timeframes proposed. The Council may need to increase rates by an estimated 1.5 to 2.5% to fund the likely additional staff needed to implement the package – and we do not believe there are enough skilled people nationally to fill all the positions identified across the country.
“In this case one size does not fit all. Within each of the proposals there is an attempt to find a national solution which does not adequately take into account local context, the level of risk to water health, or existing work already underway to improve water management under the existing national policy statement.
“We have concerns about the level of impact analysis including cost-benefit and economic analysis provided to inform the package. There has been little recognition that the costs to some communities are likely to be high. The lack of effort to understand their impor-
tance is a significant gap in the process, and in contrast to the Government’s previous efforts to incorporate such things through its Living Standards Framework.
“The consultation period for the Essential Freshwater Package has been tight and poorly timed, especially in light of the recent local elections and busy spring time for farmers. Staff have had to prepare a response on behalf of the Council at a time when it has been difficult to get collective input from elected members.
“We agree with the aspirations and the need to manage our freshwater resources for everybody, but believe there is a need to take a breath and look at the resources available, cost implications and identify the most effective pathway forward”.
A copy of the Council’s submission can be viewed by searching for “essential freshwater” on the council website; www.tasman.govt.nz
The Summer Road Trip Reading Adventure
16 December 2019 – 31 January 2020
Pick up your Reading log at Motueka, Richmond, Takaka or Murchison Libraries
For ages 5-11years, No registration required.
Summer Booksale at Motueka Library
3 – 31 January. During working hours. Pick up preloved books at bargain prices.
Summer Scorcher Surprise Reads at Motueka Library
3 - 31 January
There are intriguing mysteries, travel yarns, historical tales, sagas - all sorts.
Craft Makerspace at Motueka Library
9 January, 10am-11.30am
Fun art activities, Free Family fun.
Summer Book Chat at Motueka Library
Tuesday 14 January & 23 January, 11am -12pm
For 8-12-year-olds, New books, snacks and fun
Drop-in Techy Time at Motueka Library
Thursday 16 January, 10 am-11.30 am
Learn about our tech resources For Children aged 7+
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After exhibiting successfully around New Zealand for many years, local artist Linda Hannan saw an opportunity to establish her own boutique gallery/ studio in Motueka. She set up “Hannan Gallery” in Arcadia Arcade in March last year, and has been overwhelmed with the results and positive response to the gallery. It is also a working studio away from her home workplace, which allows her to paint for the gallery and upcoming exhibitions held out of town.
“It really appealed to me, to be able to showcase my work locally and engage
with the community here too, and it’s great to be right opposite Arcadia Café, as it means I won’t starve. Generally the initial composition work is completed at home, so not too much paint is splashed around the gallery. This is where the finishing takes place,” says Linda.
Linda still has plans to travel to and exhibit at shows nationwide in 2020, and is excited to have been invited to participate in the first “Auckland Art Show” at the Cloud in September next year.
A self-taught artist, she has painted for over 15 years. Linda has always loved art
– her favourite subject at school. Using oils as her preferred medium, she creates an eclectic range of contemporary realism and stylised artworks focusing on New Zealand’s natural environment, of which she is passionate. She enjoys painting distinctive, textured and often dramatic pieces with strong contrasting colour and light.
Many of her works can be found in private collections worldwide. Also this year she was approached to provide several pieces for corporate offices in Wellington, where a whole new ball-park has opened up.
As well as her origi-
nal oil paintings, the gallery has a range of beautifully framed Giclee prints, A3 poster prints and cards.
Hannan Gallery
265 High St (in the arcade), Motueka
Open Wed - Fri 11am – 2.30pm
Saturdays 11 –1pm
Linda is happy to open by appointment, lots of parking available 027 318 4977 www.lindahannan.com
A frontline cinematographer for one of New Zealand’s top rating current television series (Serengeti) will be catching his breath for the Christmas break back home in Tasman.
Former Neudorf resident and Upper Moutere School student Mat Goodman has had a whirlwind, globetrotting career in filming wildlife since graduating Canterbury Polytechnic Institute of Technology in 2013 with a Degree in Environmental Science and Outdoor Education and Diploma in Photography.
But it was a shaky start to his tertiary studies when ‘Day One’ saw Christchurch literally crumbling around Mat’s central city classroom.
Once qualified, a chance connection whilst on holiday in Germany with a wildlife film camera operator was a boosted step in the direction Mat felt inspired to follow.
His instinctive flair, passion and hunger to
advance in this field led to further work including a six-week stint in New Caledonia habituating the native crow in what would become an intellectual showdown against our own clever Kea.
The resultant Netflixaccessed ‘Beaks and Brains’ is a most fascinating revelation of avian intelligence and innovation.
Incidentally it was Mat’s tenacious determination, the patience of Job and his filming skills which finally produced the critical footage from Fiordland to prove beyond reasonable doubt that Kea are not only tool users but indeed tool makers. The peerreviewed, scientifically-credited paper on this finding has since been published in the internationallyacclaimed ‘Nature’ magazine.
In the meantime Mat’s assortment of lenses have taken him to far-flung locations including Alaska (sea otters and grizzly bears), Norway
(polar bears), Costa Rica (Olive Ridley turtles), Mexico (Mobula rays and pelicans), Indonesia (Komodo dragons) and Ethiopia (native wolf).
Much of his work so far has been for the BBC/Discovery joint venture-funded John Downer Productions and includes working
with the revolutionary, mechanical remotecontrolled ‘spy animals’ which with varying degrees of success infiltrate and get up close and personal to the film target species.
The ‘Spy in the Wild’ production earned Mat a second Emmy nomination for cinematog-
raphy to go with that for ‘Wild New Zealand’.
Mat’s advanced skills as a drone operator and qualifications as a Scuba diver and paraglider pilot have also proved valuable in his work.
Being a pet animal owner and lover through childhood has given Mat a greater
understanding of the wildlife he needs to be able to ‘read’ when filming.
“Domestic dogs and cats are ‘gateway’ animals and much of their behaviour is consistent with, say, the wild dogs and feline species of Africa. Tanzanians for example don’t have a traditional culture of
caring for pets as we do and my experience has proved advantageous in interpreting body language in places such as the Serengeti,” says Mat. Mat returns to Africa in mid-January for further filming but in the meantime Serengeti can be seen on TV 1 Tuesdays at 7.30pm.
The great teddy bear mystery of Lower Moutere began four years ago when Peter Rumens discovered what would go on to become the first bear of many, on the roadside of his Waiwhero Rd property.
Applying the logic that perhaps a child had accidentally tossed the bear out of a car window, Peter dutifully placed it on the fence with the reasoning it may be spotted by whomever had lost it.
The teddy lingered there unclaimed and at Christmas time was instead mysteriously dressed in a festive
outfit.
“That teddy remained on the fence in its Christmas attire before the clothes vanished at the end of January,” says Peter.
Soon other teddies joined the original bear, but neither Peter nor his wife Adrianne have ever witnessed anyone placing bears along the fence.
Today around a dozen teddies occupy the fenceline and as the seasons pass so too do their clothes.
Beautifully knitted outfits clothed them one winter, this winter they were dressed in red raincoats complete with hats, and as
summer approached they once again disappeared before reappearing in summer outfits that Adrianne was compelled to assist with by adding straw hats.
In Spring a bear appeared with an artistic theme, complete with a beret and an easel. The fact Adrianne’s an artist wasn’t lost on the couple.
“It’s like someone knows us,” says Adrianne.
A few weeks ago all the bears vanished for three days before returning in full Christmas suits.
“These outfits are
the best ever,” says Peter. “But we’ve still no idea who’s doing it, it’s an absolute mystery. We see campervans and tourists stop to take photos but we’ve never seen anyone either removing them or returning them.”
The couple have been living on the property for 6 years and say the teddies have made giving directions a whole lot easier.
“It’s great fun because it’s a mystery, we’re stumped. We don’t mind it continuing and just laugh when we see them in a change of costume.”
Motueka Women’s Institute members
Kathy Brewer and Judy Simpson at the group’s new venue in the Uniting Church lounge.
Schools across New Zealand have flocked to sign up to a new programme that is creating much-needed waves in the push to rid our oceans of rubbish.
The programme, created by Nestlé in partnership with the inspirational Kiwi non-profit organisation Sea Cleaners, gives schools across New Zealand the tools and know-how to tackle the rubbish problem plaguing our precious waterways, and help them to understand the impact of not putting litter where it belongs.
waste found and local waterways the rubbish may have ended up in.
The lesson content branches multiple streams of the school curriculum including science, social science and the arts, as well as demonstrating the important realworld difference each student’s actions can make to the waterways and environment around them.
For more than half a century the Motueka Women’s Institute met at the local Fire Station’s Hall but late last year they moved their new location in the Uniting Church lounge on High Street, after the Fire Service determined they’d like to keep their Hall for their own use.
“It’s really sad, it was good parking and everything was there, the Women’s Institute even bought all the cups and saucers for the Fire Station years ago,” says Motueka Women’s Institute
president Barbara Wells. “But with our group getting smaller and smaller the new venue is well-suited.”
New Zealand Women’s Institutes began in 1921 offering friendship, fun, travel and walking groups, involvement with local community, leadership, homemaking skills, and opportunities for involvement in choral, drama, floral art and all types of handcraft and writing.
With over 4,000 members nationwide, the Motueka group is one of 245
local Institutes and since its inception has remained relevant for women in town and country communities with their patron Dame Patsy Reddy, New Zealand’s Governor General.
Locally the group’s numbers have been in steady decline, something member Judy Simpson attributes to the variety of options available to retirees now.
“We don’t really meet the requirements of younger people now and when people retire at 65 they’re
more active now,” says Judy.
In their hey-day of the 1970’s the group’s membership got up to 100, now it stands at 18.
“I’ve enjoyed many things over the years. We used to have a strong drama group and lots of competitions,” says Judy.
With friendship and fellowship their main focus the women meet on the third Thursday of each month for trips out, lunch dates and other activities, while always welcoming new members.
Motivating a new generation of young Kiwis into conservation action, Nestlé and Sea Cleaners, in conjunction with School Kit, have worked together to develop the programme which offers a variety of resources to help schools. Primarily it provides information to conduct local clean-ups, and teaches students how to categorise and analyse rubbish collected, examining aspects such as volume of recyclable
NMIT Viticulture and Winemaking graduate Lucy Tyrell is already making her mark on the industry, working at one of Marlborough’s most highly-regarded wineries.
Lucy graduated in 2019 and is currently working full-time as a cellar hand at Yealands Estate.
“I am still continually learning the practicalities of being a cellar hand every day while linking the deeper knowledge I learnt through the course,” Lucy says.
Lucy was drawn to studying Viticulture and Winemaking NMIT as it combines three of her interests - science, art and problemsolving.
Marlborough is at the forefront of New Zealand’s wine industry growth, which makes NMIT’s Marlborough campus the perfect place to study.
e facilities are world-class and students get to visit some of the country’s most prestigious wineries and learn rst-hand from award-winning winemakers.
Lucy had the opportunity to work part-time during her studies, gaining experience in the
Complementing the free online resources for schools, this term 250 Nestlé for Healthier Kids Sea Cleaners clean-up kits were distributed around the country to help schools execute their local clean-ups. The kits are made from 100% reusable and recyclable materials, including paper collection bags, cotton gloves, and guides to help students correctly sort the rubbish.
Sea Cleaners CEO, Hayden Smith says, “Tapping into the next generation is the key to tackling the growing issue of unwanted rubbish in our oceans. These young people are not only engaged in the issue but interested in becoming the solution. That’s why what we’re doing here is so important.
“By working with Nestlé and schools around New Zealand, we know that we’re going to be mobilising more than 8,000 of our country’s most powerful and passionate forces of change – our children. Through this programme, each of these kids is joining the movement, and bringing their friends and family with them, to help rid our oceans of waste.”
Nestlé New Zealand Country Manager, Christian Abboud, says the interest in the programme has demonstrated the huge appetite from teachers to help put environmentalism onto the classroom agenda and help change behaviours to create a country that is rubbish free.
“The response we’ve had since launching the programme has been phenomenal. We know that this is a cause close to peoples’ hearts, but to see so many schools across New Zealand join us to help make our sea waste free is truly fantastic.
cellar door, in the vineyard during summer, and in the winery during the vintage.
Getting that real-world experience helped her to “solidify the theory learnt in class,” she says.
“Studying has introduced me to the wine industry and it’s nice to meet people that have a similar passion for viticulture and winemaking.
“ e discussions had about the worldwide wine industry and all the people I have met, both in Marlborough and from overseas, has led me to conclude that there are so many di erent aspects to the wine industry - so many di erent people with opinions, dreams and goals. But there is a place for everyone.”
Lucy says that studying at NMIT has provided her with valuable life and work experience, which has already led to her taking an impressive rst step in her career.
Learn more about NMIT’s Bachelor of Viticulture and Winemaking visit www.nmit.ac.nz
Lions and Lioness Clubs across Nelson and Tasman have given Lions Christmas Cakes to every one of the dedicated and hardworking volunteer firemen and women across our
district. Motueka Lions President Bill Menzies presented Lions Cakes to the 5 brigades in the Motueka areaKaiteriteri, Marahau, Motueka, Ngatimoti, and Motueka Tasman Rural.
In all, nearly 90 Lions Cakes have been given out by Motueka Lions to volunteers, showing how much we all recognise the fantastic job that they carry out - on call 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week. This acknowledges in particular, their commitment to combat the Wakefield fires earlier this year. A total of 354 cakes were distributed across Tasman in the weeks before Christmas.
For two years a group of dedicated Motueka High School athletes fixed their sights on winning the senior girls 4x400m relay at the National Secondary Schools Athletics Championships in Wellington toward the end of last year.
The dedication of relay squad Camryn Smart, Izzy Neal, Joelle Post, Holly Young and Riley Smart resulted in not only the win against arch rivals Wanganui Collegiate, who were coached by the New Zealand Sprint and Relay coach, but also the New Zealand record, with the girls beating it by .7 of a second.
“In 2019 we really had the goal of winning and the record was always in mind,” says Camryn.
“We thought beating the record’s time was possible but we knew other teams would also be thinking that. So we had to focus on winning the race to get the record,” says Izzy. “It’s so good to claim it as our record.”
The girls, Camryn and Izzy, are no strangers to claiming records with both girls’
members of the 2015 team who broke the New Zealand record for the junior girls 4x400m event.
Camryn was chasing another record at the event, the senior girls 400 metres, held by her mother, Toni Hodgkinson, who is perhaps New Zealand’s best-ever middle distance Olympian. It’s just one of the New Zealand Schools’ records that Toni still holds.
Running the race 30 years after her mother set the record in 1989, Camryn battled “atrocious” conditions that included gale force winds and driving rain to cross the finish line in first place, but shy of the record.
“It still felt pretty good winning. Even though the build-up was all for the time, it was the last thing on my mind,” says Camryn.
“I knew the weather was not going to be conducive for breaking records. It would have been the fairytale ending to see her break my record but it was delightful to see her win,” says Toni.
The mother-daughter duo teamed up for training runs, with
Finalists
Camryn Smart 1st 400m senior girls 56.44
Izzy Neal 5th 400m senior girls 57.99
Motueka High School senior girls 4 x 400m relay 1st 3:57.1 ( New Zealand record)
The relay squad was: Camryn Smart, Izzy Neal, Joelle Post, Holly Young, Riley Smart. Riley Smart 3rd junior girls 400m 59.68 ( less than a second behind the winner)
Ariana Mudgway 6th junior girls javelin 28.51m( personal best by 4 m)
Other results:
Lucas Walker 100m 12.04, 19th. Long Jump 5.72m 9th
Bryn Stevens 100m 12.06, 200m 24.00
Joelle Post 400m 61.36 11th
Jacob Brooks 800m 2:05.
Henry Russon 100m 12.24, 200m 25.06, Triple Jump 11.56 16th
Fletcher Pickworth 1500m 4:19.5, 19th
Tegan Ewers 3000m , 11:30.5
Ariana Mudgway Triple Jump
Leela Douglas Shot 9.16m 23rd Discus
27.81m 16th
Khushi Kansara Javelin 23.87m 12th
Holly Young 200m 27.40 21st
Toby Henry Javelin 42.49m 15th
younger sister Riley also following in her mother’s footsteps and additional to the relay success, Riley strode home in the junior girls 400 metre race to claim third place, within just one second of the winner and setting a personal best of under 60 seconds.
For Izzy the meet was a good opportunity to get back on the track after being plagued by injuries. With four gold medals and two New Zealand records she remains the most successful Motueka High School athlete.
The girls were just a few of the members of this year’s exceptional Motueka High School athletics team who gained all of Nelson’s medals at the Newtown Park event.
They’re quick to point out that the dedication of their coach, Motueka High School’s Tony Aikenhead, was critical to their success.
“We absolutely owe the accomplishments we’ve had to Mr Aikenhead. Without him it would not be possible to achieve what we have.”
On a gorgeous day in Mapua is there anything better than relaxing at the waterfront with a great glass of beer and a delicious choice of tempting gastronomic delights? Ben and Bridget Smith have injected a new flavour into the recently expanded and upgraded Golden Bear Brewing Company and the transformation is nothing short of brilliant.
Late last year, owners Jim and Anne Matranga upgraded and expanded the Golden Bear Brewing Company, employing the amazing Ben and Bridget Smith to run the restaurant side of the business. This transition has allowed Jim to concentrate on his great love, brewing beer.
A highly accomplished chef, Ben trained under the former executive chef of the legendary Café de Paris in London. His CV is accomplished and impressive, having worked as sous chef at Euro in Auckland under the eye of renowned chef Simon Gault. Ben has worked in many of Auckland’s top restaurants including Jervois Steak House, Fisherman’s Wharf and the Prime Bistro before opening the Long Room in Ponsonby. He now brings his energy and skills to Mapua as head chef at the Golden Bear Brewing Company.
Ben’s amazing wife Bridget heads up the restaurant as Operations Manager, you may know her from the Morrison Street Cafe. The couple make a marvellous team.
Bridget has raised the game by upskilling and taking on new staff. Great customer service is important to her and she wants those who come to visit the Golden Bear Brewing Company to have a wonderful experience. Bridget is a friendly dynamic individual, full of fun and enthusiasm, perfectly at home in the hospitality industry.
“I love the capacity of the business, and I’m excited to discover what we are capable of.” Bridget goes on to explain they have been planning for the busy summer season and have been looking forward to it.
Ben has created a menu especially for the Golden Bear Brewing Company with a tasty Mexican style flavour. To tempt the taste buds even more, everything is made from scratch, from the patties in their burgers to the flavoursome dressings and the result is fantastic.
You’ll discover the food on offer is fresh, delectably scrumptious and brimming with flavour. Bens’ goal is to put the Golden Bear Brewing Company on the map for their food as well as their beer and with such delicious offerings, it won’t take long. He’s joined in the kitchen by up to seven staff, including a highly-skilled Sous Chef, also from Auckland.
Making the most of the location, Bridget and Ben have a variety of live music planned over the summer. Allowing visitors to enjoy the food, beverages and an incredible atmostphere. Do go and check it out, it’s a wonderful place to enjoy with friends. Located at the iconic Mapua Wharf The Golden Bear Brewing Company is a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike.
To make a reservation or find out more about their summer entertainment, head online to their website goldenbearbrewing.com
Check out their social media for the latest updates facebook.com/GoldenBearBrewing
The management and staff of Mapua 4 Square are pleased to support Ben, Bridget and the Golden Bear Brewery
There are a number of young people working in the kitchen with him and he is very proud of their efforts. “They take great pride in their work,” says Ben with a smile. It’s obvious the team in the kitchen gels, and it’s wonderful to hear of the opportunity he has given these motivated young people.
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COUNTRYMUSIC FESTIVAL Marchwood Park 11-12th January 10am walkups showcase 6pm, invited guests performing. Food available, raffles, lucky spots. BYO seating. Free entry. Contact Chris 0226800988.
DO YOU HAVE A DRINKING PROBLEM? Join us at Motueka Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7pm Wednesdays at the Family Centre, Talbot Street. Friendly confidential support.
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KAT
Available at Community House - Thursdays 9.30-12.
MOTUEKAAIKIDO
classes Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children 5 - 5.45, Teenagers 5.45 - 7pm, Adults 6.30 - 8.30. Recreation Centre, Old Wharf Road. Contact Julie 0212050143
MOTUEKA CA month, 7.30pm, in the SeniorNet Rooms, 42 Pah Street, Motueka. All levels of experience welcome. Contact. Cushla 5286548. www.motuekacameraclub.nz
MOTUEKA CO
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meetings – very reasonable rates. Please contact Rae or Gaile on 03 528 0404 or drop in and see us Monday – Friday 9am to 3pm.
MOTUEKA RED CROSS IN COMMUNITY HOUSE
Hours - 10am to 2pm Mon - Fri.
MOTUEKA TEXAS HOLD’EM POKER CLUB
Meets Motueka Bridge Club 32 Tudor Street Motueka Fridays at 7.30pm. Call Graeme on 021 252 5593 for details
NELSON TROUT FISHING CLUB 7pm on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, Fish and Game Rooms, 66/74 Champion Road, Stoke. Seasoned trout fisher or getting started. , the club offers something for everyone. Phone 035476432, Email secretary@nelsontroutfishingclub.com or visit www.nelsontroutfishingclub.com
NEW 2 MOT New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone
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).
A NTIQUES , furniture (desks, bookcases, chests of drawers, tables, chairs, chaise lounge, wardrobe, mirrors, rugs etc). Collectibles, paintings, toys, books, records etc. Sell, buy, value. 6 rooms at Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond ph 544 0723. Open Mon-Sat. www. antiquesnewzealand.co.nz
church services
carpet cleaning storage
trades
TAS MAN BLASTING SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nz or office@tasmansodablasting.co.nz Ph. 0225288159
public notices
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.
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public notices
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.
Join in the fun at one of the many events taking place over the next few weeks!
Parks Programme
• Treasure Hunt
Friday 10 January, 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm, Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
• Amazing Race
Saturday 18 January, 10.00 am – 11.30 am, Rabbit Island
Tuesday 21 January, 11.00 am – 12.30 pm, Easby Park, Richmond
• Family Picnic
Sunday 9 February, 11.00 am – 12.00 pm, Washbourn Gardens, Richmond
Golden Bay A&P Show
Saturday 18 January, 8.00 am – 5.00 pm, Golden Bay Recreation Park, Takaka. Pre-show ticket $10, gate sales $15, under 15 FREE.
A true country, family-friendly show! Get up close with the animals and cheer on horse riders, choppers and shearers. Stunning displays of baking, owers, handcrafts and photography, along with many trade stands, plus amusement rides, an entertainment hub and children’s play area. And don’t forget the grand parade early afternoon.
New World Teddy Bears' Picnic
Sunday 26 January, 10.00 am – 1.00 pm, Decks Reserve, Wallace Street, Motueka. FREE.
Bring your teddy and a picnic lunch along to Decks Reserve for face painting, bouncy castle, train rides, sports equipment and free giveaways.
Summer is the ideal time to get your rewood supplies stocked up so it’ll be nice and dry and ready to burn clean, bright and hot this winter. We encourage everyone to choose a Good Wood supplier, so you’re getting a trusted source of dry rewood that will burn well, helping to keep your home warmer and our air cleaner.
All Good Wood suppliers have agreed to supply either:
• Seasoned rewood, suitable for immediate use during the winter months, or
• Green (unseasoned) rewood delivered su ciently far in advance of winter so that, if properly stored by the user, it will be seasoned ready for use in the winter months. For a list of suppliers visit the website, tasman.govt.nz/ good-wood. There is also a good practice guide with tips for storing rewood correctly and how to operate your wood burner e ciently when winter rolls around.
Now is a good time to check that the vegetation on your property hasn’t become a nuisance. If you have a hedge, shrubs or trees that grow alongside a footpath it’s up to you to make sure they don’t make it hard for people to get past – including those with prams or mobility scooters. So please take a walk around your property and check if any trees, shrubs or bushes need a haircut.
The Harbourmaster has (or may soon) grant authorisations for the following events. These events may a ect public use of the maritime area for a certain period of time.
Event activity: Tata Island Swim Race
Date and location: 11 January 2020, between Ngawhiti Island and Tata Beach
Event activity: Cardboard Boat Race
Date and location: 25 January 2020, Tata Beach/Ligar Inlet
More information about the Harbourmaster’s directions for events is available at tasman.govt.nz/link/maritime-events.
Saturday 11 January, 5.00 pm – 8.00 pm
Motueka Skatepark, Old Wharf Road
The Skatepark Tour returns to the region this summer, showcasing the best talent on skateboards, bmx bikes and scooters. Skate, BMX and scooter competitions are split into junior, senior and open categories. A new category for girls will be introduced this year. The Skatepark Tour is a free community event with entries taken on the day. Helmets are compulsory for all competitors entering the competition. Find us on Facebook and Instagram @ Tasmanskate.
Over the summer months, as well as monitoring swimming water quality, we are on the lookout for signs of toxic algae in our rivers. If any algae is found we put it on our website so everyone knows which areas to be careful around. See www.tasman.govt.nz/link/toxic-algae.
If we experience extended periods of warm weather with slow river ows algae is more likely to become toxic. This a natural process but the mats of algae can produce toxins which are dangerous for children and pets. Keep an eye on children and dogs near the water – and don’t let them eat any algae.
You can report large mats of algae by emailing trevor. james@tasman.govt.nz with a photo of the algae attached, or by phoning us on 03 543 8400.
If you want to know more about swimming water quality, Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) collects environmental data from regional and unitary councils and presents it in an easy-to-follow format. Visit www.lawa.org.nz to check it out.
Some plumbing ttings have the potential to allow minute traces of metals to accumulate in water standing in the ttings for several hours. Although the health risk is small, the Ministry of Health recommends that you ush a mugful of water from your drinking-water tap each morning before use to remove any metals that may have dissolved from the plumbing ttings. We recommend this simple precaution for all households, including those on public and private water supplies. Everybody should try to save water whenever they can so you could collect the small amount you ush from the taps and use it for something else like watering plants (but not the veggie garden).
If you have a rainwater supply, ushing taps won’t help. You need to check your roof and guttering for materials that may contain metals that could contaminate the water: lead ashing, lead-headed nails, and lead paint, for example. These should be replaced if you nd them.
Check current water restrictions
Head to our website for details of any current water restrictions – tasman.govt.nz/link/water-restrictions. There are lots of simple ways you can conserve water.
For details of our current consultations, head to tasman.govt.nz/feedback.
Consultation closes 31 March 2020. We’re reviewing the way we manage Moutere/Waimea Ward parks and reserves, and we need your help to make sure these public spaces suit locals and visitors now and in the future. Over the next few months, we’ll be asking you to tell us which reserves you use regularly, what you love about them, and any changes you would like to see to the way they are used or managed. The most important thing we want to know is: What’s your vision for their future?
Have your say: Visit tasman.govt.nz/feedback for more information.
Current applications for alcohol licences, including information on how to object, are advertised on our website.
