The Guardian - 8 July 2020

Back in the Game!

Under the watchful eye of Huia Warrior goal-keep Shaar Walker, Huia Warriors centre Katie Young snatches an intercept between opposing centre Bridgett Surridge and her goal attack Sarah James, during Saturday’s game against Riwaka Old Girls Blue.

Motueka Netball Centre is back in full swing, as are most sports around our region, post-lockdown.

Network Tasman Increases

Discounts to Consumers

Network Tasman has announced that it is bringing forward the first of the two discounts it pays to consumers each year. In addition the company will also increase the discount payable this July to return the previous advised 4% line increase to all consumers.

“Network Tasman is very aware of the impact COVID-19 is having on the Nelson Tasman region and our customers” says Network Tasman Chair John McCliskie. “We recognise that all of our customers

are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic so we are pleased to be able to increase and bring forward our discount payment during this challenging time.”

“The decision to increase our prices by 4% at the start of the year was made before Covid-19 struck and the company has decided to return this price increase to our consumers by increasing the discount we pay to customers”. As retailers have already passed on this increase, our only option to nullify this

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line increase, is to use the discount payment to return this increase to all consumers.

“Given the difficult economic conditions the company can absorb increasing costs in the interests of all our consumers and while we continue to have some of the

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lowest residential line charges in the country, we will need to increase our charges in the future”.

The first discount usually paid to consumers in October, has now brought forward and credited to consumers’ power bills in July.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Register by going online to the Tasman District or Nelson City Council websites (search phrase = Second Hand Sunday). You can also call the Councils’ Customer Service Centres. Instructions for the day are also online.

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Registrations must be in by 10.00 am, Friday 24 July so each Council can publish the list of addresses of people taking part on the website.

“The total value of the discount paid in July will therefore be increased by $1 million and will bring the total paid to $6.9 million,” says John. A second discount will be paid to customers connected to the Network Tasman network in April next year.

Amazing Art Ideas welcome

Tasman District Council’s Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running art projects in our area. This could be the help your amazing art idea needs to get it off the ground. Creative Communities provides funding to support community involvement in the arts - whether it’s music, theatre, festivals, mural painting, outdoor sculptures, art in public spaces, kapa haka, singing, art workshops or something else. Visit tasman.govt. nz/link/creative-communities for more information and to complete an application form.

Multiple award nominations for Tasman musician

Tasman’s talented musician Aly Cook has received multiple nominations at the Independent Country Music Awards (ICMA) of Australia.

The Awards are in their 13th year with a Gala Awards event at the Tamworth Country Music Festival in January where winners will be announced. Aly has been nominated for Most Popular Female Country Artist of the Year, Most Popular Independent Country Album of the Year for ‘Caught in the Middle’,

Most Popular Country Music Single of the Year – ‘Red Dirt Road Trip’ and Most Popular Country Music Video of the Year – ‘Red Dirt Road Trip’.

“I am so honoured to get through to this stage of the ICMA Awards. Organisations like the ICMA are the lifeblood of the independent country music scene,” says Aly.

Her popular album ‘Caught in the Middle’ takes you on a multigenre journey through country, blues, roots and acoustic and is said to be an eclec-

tic collection of works that is all tied together through outstanding musicianship and Aly’s heartfelt delivery of the songs.

The nominated single ‘Red Dirt Road Trip’ enjoyed commercial airplay including play-listing on NZME’s IHEART Radio Country Nation and Hokonui Radio. In Australia it has featured on Simon Marnie’s Sonic Journey along with an appearance on Alan Jones famed 2GB Breakfast Radio Show together with lots of community and inde-

pendent radio airplay across hundreds of stations on both sides of the Tasman. Already a multi-award winning recording artist Aly has a deep passion for all things musical. She is a consummate songwriter and performer, who has taken her music to the world, delighting audiences wherever she roams and carving a career as a respected live performer. “I love performing, it’s what you do as a musician and is an expression of emotion that makes others feel good.”

Top right and above: Aly Cook is nominated across four categories in the Independent Country Music Awards (ICMA) of Australia.

Left: A photo from Aly’s ‘Red Dirt Road Trip’ video shoot. Photo: Amy Ish.

“I’m not at the moment but used to play hockey.”

Sports are back on the agenda. Are you involved in any?

South

“Not here, we’re just visiting.”

“No, not at all. I watch rugby though.”

“I used to play league and rugby and have also been a yachtie but not now.”

New Zealand String Quartet to perform in Motueka on Friday

Catch the New Zealand String Quartet’s performance on Friday at the Chanel Arts Centre.

On Friday, 10 July the New Zealand String Quartet (NZSQ) will perform from 7.30pm at the Chanel Arts Centre in Motueka.

Acclaimed worldwide for their performances of Beethoven’s music, in its 32-year history, the New Zealand String Quartet has forged an international reputation for insightful interpretation, compelling

communication, and dynamic performing style.

The ensemble has been Quartetin-Residence at the New Zealand School of Music at Victoria University of Wellington since 1991 and in 2019 celebrated 25 years running the Adam Summer School for Chamber Music. Violinist Helene Pohl and violist Gillian Ansell are co-artistic

directors of the biennial Adam Chamber Music festival in Nelson.

Gillian, Helene and cellist Rolf Gjelsten have received MNZM honours for services to music in New Zealand.

The New Zealand String Quartet is renowned for its versatility and has enjoyed collaborating with musicians from all over the globe, in a range of classical, jazz and world music

genres. Collaborations with classical musicians and ensembles have included performances with Piers Lane, Kathryn Stott, Martin Roscoe, Peter Nagy, James Campbell, Nobuko Imai, Hariolf Schlichtig, Gao Ping, Anton Kuerti, Alexander Lonquich, Peter Cropper, Colin Carr, Frans Helmerson, Christoph Richter, and Joel Quarrington, the

Lafayette, Lindsay, Michelangelo, Prazak, and Goldner quartets, the BBC Scottish Symphony, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, The Song Company and Voices New Zealand chamber choir. Tickets for their Motueka concert, presented by the Motueka Music Group, are available from Floral Affaire or on the door. $25 Adults, $5 high school students.

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Pool Project Advances

A new multi-pool facility located at Sports Park Motueka has been formally proposed through a submission to the Tasman District Council Long Term Plan. Year round heated swimming will be available in a 25m lane pool, an 8m therapeutic pool, a toddler’s pool and a spa pool. A step away from the original concept of enclosing the existing Motueka High School pool became necessary to meet funding requirements and has created the opportunity for a single new building and new pools.

Key major funders Rata Foundation and Lottery Commission advised that while they see the tremendous local support there needs to be demonstrative regional support and the only way to do this is through the TDC contributing.

This has meant a change in the pool site and design. Turning the existing Motueka High School pool into an indoor facility had been the focus.

School principal John Prestidge and his

team helped draw up a Memorandum of Understanding and a lease agreement between Good Sports Motueka and the Ministry of Education.

Unfortunately, this lease cannot now be ratified as the TDC is unable to assist with funding for projects on non-TDC land.

The plan now is to build a brand new pool complex on the adjacent Sports Park Motueka ground, which is a council reserve.

“Our fundraising efforts came to a halt when the virus arrived as did most other progress, but

we’ve completed and submitted our request for regional funding to Tasman District Council’s Long Term plan,” says the Motueka Community Pool Committee.

Now that we are at Alert Level 1 we have had a meeting with the Motueka Community Board members who have documented their support as an input to the LTP process.

Motueka Ward Councillors continue to assist the project with advice and support.

The team will be updating its website, www.motuekaswimmingpool.nz, shortly

to provide information regarding the LTP submission. As at June 2020 they have funds of $261,000 raised directly within the Motueka community. The Lions and Lioness Clubs are enthusiastic about these new developments and will be contributing $350,000 towards the therapeutic and spa pools.

“We would like to thank everyone for their continued support. The pool fundraising group is feeling positive about the future and is very keen to see Motueka benefit from a facility such as the one we envisage.”

Bettina Fautley, Sue Clark and Trish Taylor sausage sizzling outside Whitwells Menswear to raise funds for the Community Pool.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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Monday 13 July, 11am-12.30pm

Topic: Grant Douglas discussing the design of his own garden Plant & seed swap

Matariki Rock painting at Motueka Library

Tuesday 14 July, 10-11.30am

To celebrate the cluster of stars during June-July, Pipiri marking the start of the Maori New Year. Come along and paint some rocks. Keep them for yourself or leave them hidden around Motueka for others to find.

All ages welcome.

Matariki Storytime at Motueka Library

Thursdays 9 & 16 July, 10-11am

Celebrate Matariki with stories and craft. Free family fun.

Star Craft Kit at Motueka Library

Collect a star craft kit to take home.

Decorate your star and share a photo by uploading it to the Kid’s section of the library website. One craft kit per child. Kits available 6-17 July.

Scrabble Wednesdays 1.30-4pm

Bring a friend or meet new people. Scrabble boards available in the Library.

Dear Editor,

Under this government’s proposed biodiversity policy, a lone cabbage tree (or any native plant) standing in a paddock can be classified as a Significant Natural Area (SNA). My understanding is that the Department of Conservation wants 100 metres zones of exclusion surrounding SNAs that preclude existing land use.

This alone is financially damaging, if not devastating, prospect for market gardens, orchards and farms affected. But as well, the zones of exclusion will not respect property boundaries and will be extended every few years. The result will be a needless loss of exportable product, businesses and jobs. Without the buffer of tourism, the social and economic cost will be more quickly felt in urban centres. Instead of legislating to increase the land area of native plants the effective means of improving biodiversity, as well as being socially and economically viable, is to do comprehensive pest control. Tasman District Council will have to employ more staff to monitor and assess SNAs and zones of exclusion. Ecologists will have to be employed by TDC to perform the detailed and time-consuming task of counting native fauna, not just birds. In order to account for approximately 10 percent of Tasman’s urban areas TDC will have to plant hectares of native plants, which may require the purchase of food producing land. Not only will his biodiversity policy impact negatively on the Tasman economy, but how many more millions of dollars will Tasman ratepayers pay in increased rates?

Regards, Tracy Palmer, Wakefield

Historic pay equity settlement imminent for teacher aides

The Ministry of Education and NZEI Te Riu Roa has agreed to settle the pay equity claim for teacher aides, Education Minister Chris Hipkins announced on Wednesday, 27 May.

This will see more than 22,000 teacher aides, mostly women, being valued and paid fairly for the work they do.

“Teacher aides are frontline workers who work closely with some of our most vulnerable children,” says Chris.

“The teacher aide pay equity claim was lodged in 2016, and I’m pleased that an agreement has now been reached. This is a milestone for teacher aides

and a significant step towards addressing pay equity for women in the education sector.”

The new rates will range from $21.20 to $34.68 per hour, and be effective from 12 February 2020.

“The Coalition Government recognises the vital role teacher aides play in schools and we have been focused on making sure that we do a good job for them.

“Details of the settlement will be widely communicated to all teacher aides before NZEI members vote on it,” says Chris. The settlement costs $348 million over the next five years. Schools will receive the additional funds in October 2020.

Government delivers on mental health commitment

The Government is delivering on election commitments and a key recommendation of He Ara Oranga: Report of the Government Inquiry into Mental Health and Addiction with the establishment of a permanent independent Mental Health and Wellbeing

Commission, Health Minister Dr David Clark says.

Legislation enabling the establishment of the fully independent Crown entity passed its third and final reading in Parliament on Friday, 26 June.

“Creating an independent commission shows just how seri-

ously this Government takes New Zealand’s mental health challenges and the path mapped out by He Ara Oranga to tackle them,” says David.

“This delivers on the election commitments made by Labour, NZ First and the Greens. It also fulfills the commitment in the coalition

agreement between New Zealand First and Labour.

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“Mental health and addiction issues touch everyone in New Zealand at some stage. Now more than ever, we need to do all we can to support people’s mental wellbeing so it’s pleasing to see the widespread

support for the new Commission.

“The Commission will keep us on track by providing independent oversight of mental health and wellbeing in New Zealand. It is tasked with holding the Government of the day and other decision-makers to account for their con-

tribution to improving the mental health and wellbeing of people in New Zealand.

“I’m also pleased to confirm that Cabinet last month agreed to $12.9 million in funding for the Commission over the next four years,” says David.

The new Commission is expect-

ed to be fully established by February 2021.

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Letters

Community Christmas Dinner faces challenges this year

As we sail into the second half of the year those behind the Motueka Community Christmas Dinner are beginning to make preparations for the annual event that sees a hearty band of volunteers serve up a muchappreciated Christmas Dinner to nearly 200 members of our community.

“The organising committee is very aware that COVID19 has thrown a bit of a curve ball into the event. Some local businesses that typically offer support will be under pressure as they adjust to new, lower levels of income,” says the committee’s Linda Jenkins.

“Service groups will also be under pressure to support community needs that are more urgent given the economic downturn which is going to be with us for quite some time.”

To add to this year’s issues is the desire to attract a voluntary cook, although they concede creating a paid position is not out of the question.

“The event needs an experienced cook,

with a strong community spirit, who can be part of the food service planning and purchasing pre event and be in the kitchen on Christmas Day,” says Linda.

“It’s a big ask to be apart from family on Christmas Day, which does tend to narrow down our options.”

Alot of the food preparation takes place the day before in MoTEC’s facilities, thanks to a number of volunteers who also step in to help on the day, plating and serving.

Not ones to let a little adversity get in the way of helping their fellow community members, the committee says the Dinner will definitely be back, albeit looking a little different than it has in the past.

“We just need to reevaluate the whole event, simplify it and not put pressure on businesses. The important thing is that it’s festive, fun and appealing.”

To chat to the committee about donating, volunteering or cooking, please contact Trindi Walker by emailing - walkerbro@xtra. co.nz

One of the Motueka Arts Council’s ‘Swinging Art on High’ winter projects. Members of the community have created 3D works of art that are currently displayed along the High Street corresponding with the theme ‘Lighting up Motueka’.

Motueka’s Memorial Hall in its festive glory ready for Christmas Dinner.

International Recognition for Wai-iti Dark Sky Park

Wai-iti Dark Sky Park has achieved international recognition, being endorsed by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). It is the first location to receive the ‘Dark Sky Park’ designation in New Zealand.

Wai-iti Dark Sky Park covers 135 hectares of Tasman District Council (TDC) land. It includes the Wai-iti Recreational Reserve and Tunnicliff Forest, just south of Wakefield.

“The Wai-iti Dark Sky Park has been established to preserve the area’s pristine night skies, as a place for pure enjoyment of the night sky, as well as for study of the night sky for scientific, artistic and amateur astronomy purposes,” says Ralph Bradley, chairman of the Top of the South Dark Sky Committee.

“This is a small step to preserve the night sky for future generations. It is a place to teach and educate the community about the importance of the natural dark night sky for our own health and well-being and that of plants and animals in our environment.”

To celebrate this award, star parties will be held on the evenings of July 11 and 12 at the Wai-iti Recreation Reserve (weather permitting). All are welcome to attend and have a look through telescopes that will be set up in the Reserve. Astronomers will be on hand as star-guides and will explain why it is important to take action to reduce light pollution. Please register interest for these events on the Dark Skies Tasman website darkskies.nz so we have contact information for COVID-19 contact

tracing precautions. Matariki is observed in the week following this grand opening event, so right now the interest of many will be directed towards the night sky.

The Top of the South Dark Sky Committee, attached to the Nelson Science Society Astronomy Section, has worked on the application to have the Wai-iti Dark Sky Park officially recognised for the last five years. Tasman District Council Parks & Reserves, the Network Tasman Trust and Nelson Forest & Bird have contributed to the success of this project. Special thanks is also owed to the Nelson Science Society Astronomy Section and indeed the rest of the Nelson Science Society for their support.

To achieve its internationally recognised designation as Waiiti Dark Sky Park, it had to be shown that the night sky at the park enjoyed a measurably high quality of darkness. It was also necessary to show the commitment of the local community as represented by the TDC to manage light pollution by agreeing to a Lighting Management Plan for the area.

The IDA has already recognised the AorakiMackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, the Stewart Island/Rakiura Dark Sky Sanctuary, and the Aotea/Great Barrier Dark Sky Sanctuary with different dark sky place designations. Other groups are seeking designations for other locations. There are also ongoing discussions as to what it would take for New Zealand to be recognised as a Dark Sky Nation.

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Hamilton family makes significant private donation to Nelson Coastguard boat fundraising efforts

The Hamilton family from iconic New Zealand company, HamiltonJet, have made a significant private donation towards fundraising for the Nelson Coastguard’s new vessel. The Hamilton’s donation, coming soon after Sealord’s recent announcement that it would contribute $215,000 as naming rights sponsor for the vessel, has taken the Nelson Coastguard to 85 percent of its total fundraising target.

“We are so grateful for Christina and Mike Hamilton’s support,” says Nelson Coastguard President Pete Kara. “The fact that they have chosen to make a personal donation is so meaningful for us, especially given their family history and their connection to boating technology. It is really very special.”

Some causes are more personal than most and Christina

Hamilton says that the efforts of the Nelson Coastguard to raise funds for a much-needed new boat caught her and her husband Mike’s attention and touched Christina’s heart.

“A love of boating runs deep for us,” says Christina. “I spent my summers growing up in the Marlborough Sounds and boating was intrinsic to my formative family memories. I lost my father and my younger brother in a tragic boating accident so I also know the impact that losing loved ones on the water can have. This is deeply personal for me.”

Mike is a third generation descendant of the founders of HamiltonJet and is still actively involved in the business, and Christina says that the family have many friends who enjoy boating. Christina says that making a contribution to an organisation like

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Nelson Coastguard is a way of saying they value the safety of everyone who enjoys the sea, and not just those on boats but also everyone using kayaks, inflatables and undertaking all kinds of activities on the water.

“I would encourage anyone who goes boating, kayaking, or works in the fishing industry, or knows someone who does, to make a contribution to the fundraising for Nelson Coastguard’s new vessel. We take it for granted that help will be there when we need it but I was astounded by the level of commitment that Nelson Coastguard’s dedicated volunteer team make to save lives at sea. They so deserve our support.”

In addition to the Hamilton’s private donation to the fundraising, HamiltonJet is providing its latest model HTX30 Jets with AVX technology

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Mike Hamilton says these will be the first of HamiltonJet’s new HTX30 jets to be sold in New Zealand. They will feature HamiltonJet’s new Advanced Vessel Control System (AVX) with the Mouseboat controller option,

allowing sideways movement of the vessel during docking and precise control when manoeuvring in close proximity to other vessels.

“We are really pleased that the HamiltonJet HTX30 will be in the vessel,” says Pete Kara. “We thoroughly researched

the specifications of the vessel and it was a significant shift for us to change from outboard motor technology. We think the HTX30 will provide us with increased performance and reliability which is important given the increased journey range that our new vessel will offer.

We have a huge geographical area to cover and we need to be able to respond to callouts with confidence in our vessel.”

To contribute to fundraising for Coastguard Nelson’s new vessel go to https://coastguardnelson.org.nz/ donate/

Christina Hamilton and Nelson Coastguard secretary Wayne Ballantyne in the vessel that is to be replaced.

New state-of-the-art genomic analysis technology puts dairy farmers in stronger stead for spring

On Tuesday, 30 June, Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor visited LIC to view its herd testing facilities and new multi-million genomic analysis technology which will ultimately put the dairy industry in a stronger position as it prepares for its role in New Zealand’s economic recovery after COVID-19.

The Minister toured LIC’s Riverlea Road herd testing and GeneMark facility in Hamilton with LIC’s Chief Executive Wayne McNee, Chief Scientist Richard Spelman and General Manager Operations and Service David Chin. He was impressed with the delivery capabilities of the new equipment installed just last week which will test around 300,000 calves this spring, delivering significant benefits to farmers and ultimately New Zealand.

LIC’s Wayne McNee says the newlyinstalled Illumina technology from the USA will enable dairy farm-

ers to better identify their most productive animals and reduce the risk of culling offspring of top-performing cows.

“Each year around 25% of calves born are either mis-mothered, mis-tagged or mis-recorded. This can lead to farmers accidentally culling the offspring of highly productive cows, or those sired through our artificial breeding programme. It can also lead to the retention of calves of lower genetic value. To stop this happening, and enhance productivity, we carry out whole herd DNA parentage testing providing more accurate ancestry information for each season’s calves, reducing inbreeding and ensuring a true breeding worth (BW) for animals,” says Wayne.

“Our new technology allows us to obtain more information from an animals DNA. This will give LIC the scope to tailor our existing parentage offering, using DNA assays,

and target discoveries as they arise. It’s a significant investment by LIC but one we expect our farmer shareholders will increasingly benefit from over future seasons.”

Once calving starts in August, LIC will use the new automated technology to better scan and analyse the DNA profiles of calves from across the country captured through a tiny tissue sample (TSU) taken from their ear.

The equipment will scan for, and target very specific pieces of genetic information. It will enable more animals to be assessed once the busy spring season commences where typically 20,000 samples a week are analysed.

LIC’s Chief Scientist, Richard Spelman says there has been significant advancements in DNA sequencing and parentage technology in the past decade with higher throughput and data analysis capabilities.

“We’re excited to be the first in New

Zealand to use this new technology including the NovaSeq which can sequence entire genomes from DNA smaller than the head of a pin.

It’s an incredible leap forward in capability and a huge advancement for supporting better breeding decisions at a critical juncture in New Zealand’s farming history.”

Richard says the benefits of LIC’s

DNA parentage testing will only continue to increase over time with LIC having processed more than three million cow samples since it began DNA profiling in 2009.

“Most of our farmers test their herds annually as the more years they test for, the more animals they have full parentage information on. It means farmers have up-to-date records and

more accurate breeding worth information which only serves to add value to their herd. The parentage testing can also be combined with other tests, such as a gene test which identifies what cows produce A2/A2 milk and a test that detects the BVD virus in individual animals.”

Wayne says the New Zealand cow population is decreasing and farmers are

Agriculture Minister Damien O’Connor is shown a single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) chip that holds the genotypes of 96 dairy cows by LIC’s David Chin. Each square on the chip can hold 1,000 to 50,000 DNA SNPs on every cow sample.

aware that it needs to be milking better not more cows.

“Our technology investment is designed to support this sentiment and allow us to provide greater future insights into positive traits of the New Zealand dairy cow. We’re excited about what it can offer farmers and were delighted to show the Minster the new equipment during his visit.”

Beach and Reserve cleaned up by volunteers last week

Peter Lawrey, Andrew Hanson, Larry Lumsden, Brian Mason, Murray Clark, Gayle Clark and Jo from Nelmac cleared Little Kaiteriteri Beach and the Alex Ryder Reserve of litter last Wednesday. Other volunteers who also took part but are not featured in the photo were Sue Collins, Sandy LePine and Linda Jenkins.

On Wednesday, 1 July a group of volunteers swept Little Kaiteriteri Beach and the Alex Ryder Reserve as part of a

regular beach cleanup campaign. As part of the clean-up a 100mx20m area of beach is surveyed, where the litter is

collected and data inputted into a national database managed by Sustainable Coastlines. Little Kaiteriteri Beach is

one of 100 beaches nationwide submitting data. The group was thrilled on Wednesday when just one piece of litter was found in the

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beach survey area –a hair tie. The group is grateful to Jo from Nelmac who “happily” threw the rubbish on her truck, and

also Stew Robertson from Tasman Bay Guardians who coordinates the data collection project in the Tasman Bay area.

“It all helps to make our gorgeous environment a better place for us and our local wildlife,” says coordinator Linda Jenkins.

Funding boost for arts in schools helps keep creatives in work

Motueka High School art students

The Government is increasing investment in the Creatives in Schools programme, providing work opportunities for an additional 300 artists, Prime Minister and Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Jacinda Ardern and Minister of Education Chris Hipkins announced on Friday, 12 June.

The new programme which began this year supports artists and creative practitioners to partner with schools and kura to share their specialist skills and knowledge with students.

“COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the cultural sector, with some forecasts showing that more than 10,000 jobs could be gone in the next 12 months without Government intervention,” says Jacinda.

“The $4 million boost in funding for the Creatives in Schools programme sits alongside the wider $175 million support package to help the creative sector recover.

“The additional funding will expand the programme from 304 projects to 510 projects through to 2023 benefitting many more students and providing opportunities for up to 750 creatives by helping to offset some of the lost employment and income resulting from COVID-19.

“A healthy cultural sector is central to the wellbeing of our communities. We want to keep growing the music and arts industries in New Zealand and it’s important that young people are aware of the opportunities in the creative industries,” says Jacinda.

“The Creatives in Schools programme is designed to enhance students’ wellbeing, improve skills in communication, collaboration and creative thinking and raise their awareness of creative careers,” says Chris.

“Particularly in the

wake of COVID-19, the value of creative learning experiences cannot be over-estimated.

“As well as visual arts, dance, drama and music, the programme provides opportunities for creatives to share their expertise in areas including film making, game design, fashion design, spoken word, and expertise in nga toi Maori.

The Creatives in Schools is in addition to the annual programmes providing great opportunities for students to showcase their talents in music, dance, drama, art, cul-

Think Ahead

ture and technology.

“The excellent Showquest, SmokefreeRockquest and Smokefree Tangata Beats have all adopted an online format this year.

“Now in its thirty-second year, SmokefreeRockquest, has been the forerunner to artistic successes including Kimbra, Broods, Bic Runga and Elemeno P.

“I strongly encourage schools, kura and students to take advantage of the opportunities provided by these creative programmes,” says minister Chris Hipkins.

Network Tasman has announced that it is bringing forward the rst of the two discounts it pays consumers each year from October to July. In addition we will also increase the discount payable to all consumers this July to return the previously advised 4% line increase.

We are very aware of the impact COVID-19 is having on the Nelson Tasman region and recognise that all of our consumers are a ected by the pandemic. We are pleased to be able to increase and bring forward our discount payment during this challenging time.

We had decided, before the COVID-19 pandemic, to increase our lines charges by 4% to re ect an increase in our costs.

Given the di cult economic conditions, we think we are better positioned to absorb these costs than our consumers. Accordingly, we have decided to return this price increase to our consumers. Bringing forward and increasing our existing discount payment is the quickest and most direct way to o set this price increase.

The total value of the discount paid in July will be increased by $1 million and will bring the total paid to $6.9 million.

A second discount will be paid to consumers connected to the Network Tasman network in April next year.

Further information on discounts

More information about our discount is available on our website: www.networktasman.co.nz/consumer-discounts

For the average residential consumer

October 2019

Discount 1 $79

April 2020

Discount 2 $86

July 2020

Discount 1 $94

Taylor Gibbins and Lydia Kemp.

Motueka-born violinist returns for NCMA concert

Violinist, Jonathan Tanner, spent much of his childhood at the NCMA. Whether for rehearsals, competitions, concerts, busking on Trafalgar Street or performing the Bach Double Concerto with the Nelson Symphony Orchestra at the age of 12, he used to make the drive from Motueka many times every week.

He has since gone on to study in Christchurch, Wellington and Switzerland and has played in the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, The World Youth Orchestra in Italy and is a current member of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. He is also in high demand as a teacher and continues to perform throughout New Zealand.

Jonathan will perform at the NCMA at 7pm on Tuesday, 14 July with fellow Christchurch musician, Anna

Maksymova on piano. The pair first met at Burnside High School 14 years ago, and having now returned to Christchurch after their studies abroad, they have joined forces and been performing together for the last two years.

Their upcoming concert in Nelson is the last of a tour of five centres and will feature much-loved favourites by Beethoven, Franck and Ysaye. Dynamic musicianship combined with light-hearted commentary will bring these pillars of the repertoire to life in an exciting and varied concert.

Tickets can be found at eventfinda.co.nz

Programme:

Ysaye - Sonata No. 4 for solo violin

Beethoven - Sonata No. 7 for violin and piano in C minor Franck - Sonata for in A major for violin and piano

Left: Motueka born and bred violinist, Jonathan Tanner, is returning to the region for a concert at the NCMA next Tuesday, together with Anna Maksymova (above) on piano.

Turning ideas into action

Groundworks Motueka

Born and bred in Riwaka on a hop and tobacco farm, Darryl Francois has grown up around tractors and machinery.

Keith Lindup of Motueka Spreading has been in the contracting and spreading business for nearly four decades. “It’s time I put my feet up,” says Keith with a smile.

Over the years Keith has been an active and valuable member of the New Zealand Ground-spread Fertiliser Association. He was elected to represent the Nelson/ Marlborough Branch of the Association in 1997 and went on to serve as the National Association President of the NZGFA for a number of years.

It was important for Keith to hand over the reins of Motueka Spreading Ltd to people he trusts. Keith had poured his blood, sweat and tears into the business over many years, nurturing the reputable company into the reliable trusted establishment it is today. Darryl Francois and Nick Berkett are those trusted people.

Motueka Spreading Ltd has now formed into two separate business who work together to ensure all of your groundwork and spreading needs are covered.

Darryl Francois operates the newly formed Groundworks Motueka with Nick Berkett operating Kahurangi Spreading. These lads work well together and their companies work alongside each other. Keith is now able to enjoy retirement knowing the business he worked so hard to build will carry on offering the skilled, experienced and professional services that Motueka Spreading was known for.

All of his school holidays were spent on a tractor, either on the family farm or for neighbours. Darryl’s previous employment has involved machinery of some form. When the opportunity arose to purchase the agricultural side from Keith Lindup it was an easy decision to make. Darryl is experienced and familiar with all aspects of the ground work.

The tractor and associated equipment is available for general and pre-planting, rotary hoeing, chisel ploughing, deep ripping and also the big disc and spreader for land development and maintenance.

Working alongside Nick Berkett at Kahurangi Spreading, means they are your one stop shop for spreading and groundwork.

“Enjoy retirement Keith, you have certainly earned it. Thank you for the chance to continue on with your business.” Darryl Francois

Give Darryl a call today to discuss your groundwork needs. Phone 0274 844 989

Kahurangi Spreading

As a lad, Nick Berkett would spend most of his school holidays carrying out jobs on the farm. From tractor driving and discing to stacking bales, Nick thoroughly enjoys working with farm machinery and large scale equipment.

In the last couple of months, Nick has started up Kahurangi Spreading, taking over the existing Motueka Spreading.

For some years Nick worked at Motueka Spreading Ltd with his trusted mentor and local legend Keith Lindup.

Give Nick a call today to discuss all of your spreading needs. Phone 0221 696 558

Nick is well versed in the ins and outs of Motueka Spreading Ltd and when the opportunity came up to buy the business he took up the challenge.

Keith has shared his knowledge with Nick over the years and as a result, Nick is familiar not only with the operation but also with the wonderful clientele and their requirements. Nick is also working with Darryl Francois of Groundworks Motueka, to ensure all of your future spreading needs are sorted.

Nick is happy to take care of all your spreading requirements, spreading all type of products on all varieties of fruits, hops to paddocks.

Many thanks to Keith for all his help and the knowledge he has passed on over the years. All the best Keith!” Nick

Berkett

Let the celebrations begin!

The reappearance of the Matariki stars signals the beginning of the Maori New Year. How will you be celebrating Matariki this year? Matariki is a cluster of stars that are near each other in the vast expanse of outer space. There are about 500 stars in the Matariki cluster, but only six or seven are visible without a telescope.

Look to the sky, before sunrise, in the north-east horizon. Find the constellation Tautoru, or Orion’s belt (sometimes called ‘the pot’). Trace a line northwards from the three stars of Tautoru. Look for a faint sparkle of tiny dots, about the same width as Tautoru is long. This is the Matariki star cluster. Matariki can also be seen during the summer months in this location of the sky after sunset.

The Matariki star cluster

Matariki

Matariki is the star that signifies reflection, hope, our connection to the environment and the gathering of people. Matariki is also connected to the health and wellbeing of people.

Waiti

Waiti above, Waiti below, flowing are your waters as sustenance for the land, as vitality for mankind, as a food basket for the people. The current of the river swirls and eddies, the lakes ripple, and the source of Tane-te-waiora overflows, ‘tis life! Waiti is associated with all fresh water bodies and the food sources that are sustained by those waters.

Waita

Behold the great expanse of Kiwa that gleams green and blue beneath you Waita. Draw up the many of Ikatere, dive out to sea, and collect from the seaside as food for the multitude ashore. The charm of Tangaroa has begun! ‘Tis the great current, the long current, the boisterous ocean, the calm ocean. Waita is associated with the ocean, and food sources within it.

Image credit - Te Wananga o Aotearoa

Tupuanuku

Tupuanuku shoot up, and grow down, to be plentiful. May the mound dedicated to Rongo be forever fertile, that which was formed from afar. The bounty of Nukutu is scooped up in great numbers, till the soil, cultivate, harvest the year of copious abundance. Tupuanuku is the star associated with everything that grows within the soil to be harvested or gathered for food.

Tupuarangi

Thriving is the forest, lush is the forest, bountiful is the crown of the forest upon which the children of Tane settle, there indeed is the great fowling tree. Tupuarangi you shall make the forest plentiful; the birds are rich with fat, the berries are fertile, sustenance! Tupuarangi is associated with everything that grows up in the trees: fruits, berries, and birds.

Ururangi

Ururangi pacify the unseeing god, lest the wind blows violently, blasting and fierce hitherto. But instead let it be a breeze, a gentle caressing wind so I may be revitalised and refreshed. Ururangi is the star associated with the winds.

Hiwa-i-te-rangi

Great Hiwa, long-established Hiwa, skilled Hiwa, wise Hiwa! Hiwaiterangi this is the wish of the desiring heart, this is the determination of the longing heart. Spread out in plenty the multitude of immense opportunities. Hold fast to succeed, hold firm to good fortune! Go forth into the world and prosper! Hiwa-i-te-rangi is the star associated with granting our wishes, and realising our aspirations

Matariki rocks !

The star cluster Matariki appears in our skies in the month of Pipiri (June–July), marking the start of the Maori New Year.

This year locals are encouraged to celebrate our local stars, heroes and heroines tuahangata/tuawahine during July 13- 20. Tell the world about your tuahangata/ tuawahine by creating art on small rocks and hiding them around Tasman or wherever you may travel to.

It is so much fun to create the rock art, find a place to hide it and explore your local area to see what others created.

How it works?

1. Find a rock on a beach or by the river

2. Clean it

3. Apply a base coat

4. Create a Matariki tuahangata/tuawahine design and paint the rock Note! Do not attach things to your rocks. It may fall off creating rubbish and even may cause damage to birds and other wildlife

If you spot some litter on your rock hunt, be a HERO, pick it up and take it to the closest bin. It’s awesome to leave places nicer than you found them. Let’s keep Tasman beautiful.

Where to hide rocks?

Hide rocks only in public areas and parks. Avoid areas which are mowed (to protect lawnmowers) and all conservation areas. Check this website for techniques and inspirations www.rockpaintingguide.com

The Motueka Library have a Matariki Rock painting workshop on Tuesday 14 July, 10-11.30am.

From Golden Bay to Nelson City, there are a number of events and celebrations taking place across out region for Matariki. Get involved and learn about the significance of this celestial event.

Mohua Matariki Light Festival

The photo on the right was taken by Golden Bay photographer Trevor Waitapu Koberstein. Thank you Trevor for always capturing the best community moments!

We’re off to the beach - Friday 10th July

From 5:30pm, join us at Pohara beach for a big bonfire, some singing around the fire, a lantern walk, fire dancing - and whatever else our community creates together. Dress up, bring your lantern, ride your lit up BIKE, bring flowers for creating a big community art installation ‘mandala’ to be carried off with the tide.

If the weather isn’t right, we will postpone till Saturday 11th July, same time same place. If it still isn’t lovely, we’ll postpone to Sunday 12th July.

NgaWaiata o te Po

Gather up the whanau and join us on a mid-winter journey as we weave together strands of myth, music, song and storytelling into a magical, interactive online experience made for the entire family.

We invite you to a meeting place between Western classical music and traditional Maori music – a space to reflect on who we are and where we stand as New Zealanders in Aotearoa in 2020.

In an exciting collaboration with the Hunter Collective, this work is the first chapter in a series of nine stories, taking place over the next nine years. Each year’s event will draw inspiration from one of the stars in the cluster –Matariki and her children – to tell a new story.

The adventure begins 12 July.

Four ten minute episodes screening free on line. Go to https://chambermusic.co.nz/matariki/#info for more information. Episode

Celebrate at Motueka Library

Matariki Storytime - Thursdays 9 & 16 July, 10-11am. Celebrate Matariki with stories and craft. Free family fun.

Star Craft Kit - Collect a star craft kit to take home. Decorate your star and share a photo by uploading it to the Kid’s section of the library website. One craft kit per child. Kits available 6-17 July.

Matariki Rock Painting - Tuesday 14 July, 10-11.30am

To celebrate the cluster of starts during June-July, Pipiri marking the start of the Maori New Year, come along and paint some rocks. Keep them for yourself or leave them hidden around Motueka for others to find. All ages welcome.

Story telling and bike riding

This time of year is a great one to bundle up warmly and have some family fun outside in the dark under the stars. Why not have an adventure in Richmond for Matariki?

Friday, 17 July 2020 from 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Start the celebration with a bike ride from Sundial Square or just come to Washbourn Gardens to learn about Matariki.

If you want to be part of the bike ride, meet us at Sundial Square at 6:30 PM and dress yourself and your bike up with as much glowing, shining, and flickering lights as you like. Then become part of the gang of luminous cyclists to wend along a short (20 min), safe cycling route to arrive at Washbourn Gardens, Richmond.

At the Gardens you will hear a Matariki story of nine sisters, will have a hot drink, sing traditional songs and enjoy Christmas lights and lights entertainment. Spot prizes will be waiting as well. It’s also a nice chance to stargaze!

Fireworks display!

Saturday, 18 July 2020 from 6.00pm to 7.30 pm

Nelson City Council invites you and your family to join them in celebrating Matariki. Proceedings will be live streamed via their Facebook page and YouTube channel starting at 6pm:

• Opening Karakia | Kaumatua

• Mayor’s Message | Mayor Rachel Reese

• Kapa Haka Performance | Te Kapa o Kura Tai Waka

• Light Art Projects

• Fireworks

The evening will then conclude with a fireworks display at 7pm, from Neale Park in Nelson City.

The fireworks can be enjoyed either via livestream or from Guppy Park, North Road, Kinzett Terrace Carpark, Peace Grove, Akersten Street and the surrounding area. Please ensure you that you take care on the roads and when parking your vehicle.

No matter how you celebrate Matariki this year, enjoy yourself and take a moment to admire the stars as they light up our dawn sky.

out&about

Motueka Netball Centre on Saturday.

Left: Jessie Hertel and Jane McKinstry.

Right: Jill Abbott and Abby Butler.

Left: Murray and Irene Schmack.

Right: Baxter Button and Robyn Janes.

The MMT Vikings team.

Massive trek for Malawians by MHS adventure racers

Following the success of last year’s 40-hour hike along the Wangapeka and Heaphy tracks, Motueka High School adventure racers once again set themselves an impressive target to take part in this year’s annual 40-hour Famine.

From the 19-21 June, the group hiked for nearly 50 hours, crossing the Richmond Ranges as they summited Dun Mountain, Mt Fell, Mt Richmond, Old Man, Slaty Peak and Mt Starveall.

“On top of Old Man it was pretty chilly and windy, but apart from that the weather was absolutely stunning,” says Kyla Rayward.

Coming across a “very cool” chain ladder on Mt Fell, the group ran out of water soon after and knew there was no water until Richmond Saddle Hut, so were relieved to discover little rainfed containers that helped them “a heap”.

Carrying along to Mt Richmond they met up

with Kyla’s family out for a day. Beginning the long downhill trudge to the forks, the resulting “knee bashing” was rewarded with hot venison sausages courtesy of the Raywards.

Bidding farewell and heading off into the darkness the group continued onward toward Old Man.

“We were walking for a couple of hours along this really rough track, when we decided that we were just simply too tired to walk,” says Kyla. “So we found the flattest place to sleep on this steep track, pulled out our sleeping bags and then fell asleep pretty fast.”

Waking at 4am they were back on their feet, battling a poorly marked track in the dark, before summiting in the worst conditions they experienced.

Continuing along to Slaty and Mt Starveall they only met one other person.

“The walk down from Mt Starveall was

the most exhausting and draining part as it just seemed to go on and on and on.

At this point everyone’s feet were pretty sore and blisters were starting to appear,” says Kyla.

But they marched on and 47 hours after they set off they reached the Hackett Carpark, and happily devoured chips and tasty drinks.

Their impressive efforts raised money to help fight hunger and injustice in Malawai.

71.9% of Malawians are subsistence farmers, which means they grow all the food that they eat rather than shop for it.

One bad harvest, due to drought or flooding can mean the difference between surviving and children going to bed hungry.

“We would like to say a huge thanks to everyone who supported us and helped us make such a positive change in so many peoples lives. We couldn’t have done it without you.”

Above, below, and bottom photos; Motueka High School adventure race team members on their epic mission that saw them cross the Richmond Ranges, raising money for the 40-hour famine event.

Motueka Bowling Club

Rolling up in Gore

In early March, before lockdown, 5 teams of triples from the Motueka RSA bowling adjunct attended the 73rd RNZ R.S.A. National Outdoor Bowling Triples Championships held in Gore.

The results were

mixed but one of our teams, that of; Bill Gray, Lindsay Kearns, Don Butler, made it through to the final eight placings. Another team of Tony Fowler, Craig Fowler, Sheryl Riordan played in the final of the Consolation Plate. The hospitality provided by the Gore RSA

was marvellous, with great food and the oysters were enjoyed by most with one exception. Unfortunately the weather was not great. Thanks to the Motueka Memorial RSA and Motueka Hire who sponsored our teams.

NBS Motueka Golf

Results of the Krammer Holdings sponsored Open Triples bowling tournament held at the Motueka Bowling Club on Saturday, 4 July 2020.

22 teams participated in this tournament which required both the Mick Krammer and Heck Whitwell greens at the Motueka Bowling Club to be

used. Fortunately the weather was kind allowing all four games to be completed.

The underdog winners, pictured, put on a great performance to pip more fancied teams.

Results

1st Trudy Sturgeon, Colin Fickling, Allan Neumann / Doreen

Krammer 4 wins, 19 ends, 38 points

2nd Robin Doherty, Di Potts, Kris Greaney

4 wins, 20 ends, 34 points

3rd Jamie Hoult, Paul Baken, Mike Keenan

4 wins, 17 ends, 38 points

4th Mary Orbell, John Orbell, Ray Goldsmid

3 ½ wins, 20 ends, 42 points

5th Mike Fitzgerald, Colin Preston / Daryl Knapp

2 ½ wins, 18 ends, 43 points

Lucky team draw: Barry Chinnery’ Team

Foursomes can be exhilarating, frustrating and test friendships and even more so when it is played over 36 holes! But none of those challenges stopped a huge field of over 100 competing in our annual Open Foursomes. The largest field we have had for this tournament for many years!

Our greatly appreciated new sponsors of Cederman Brothers, Nathan and Kylie Binns and Quaystone combined to support a hugely successful tournament, thanks so much to you all.

The men’s event was won by Wesley Green and Dave Watson with a very

Ladies Golf

impressive score of 138. A great reward for making the trip over from Marlborough!

2nd Levi Kearns and Tyler Cederman 142

3rd Allan Hamilton and Michael Hay 156

4th Gabriel Tijsen and Andrew Woodley

147

5th Andrew Fenemor and Ian Hanford 148

6th Daryl Graham and John Inglis 149

7th Nathan Binns and Rob Guild 149

8th Wayne Kawiti and Gerald Allsopp

150

9th Gareth Cornelius and Kyle Boyes 150

The ladies event was won with an equally impressive score by

Dianne Strong and Betsy Hill on 142

2nd Donna Mitchell and Kerianna Scott on 151

3rd Jane Adams and Jenny Van Heerden 152

4th Kerri McConchie and Sandra Lepine 152

5th Shona Johnson and Sandra Ilton 152

6th Evelyn Hay and Dot Noordijk 156

In addition to the major winners there was a huge array of Novelty prizes which meant many of the players went home with a prize.

To top the day off the weather played ball and it remained fine.

Motueka Bridge

Moutere High/Low results

30th

June. Stableford. Jane Adams 35. Shirley Drummond 34 Anne Lawrence

32. Linda Thurlow

30. Jackie Hall

30. Closest to pin Dot Noordijk 2s Barbara Simpson =

North/South

Ashley Mooney & Malcolm Macleod 65.63%

Lois Cocks & Mary McCallum 60.68%

Barbara Wilson & Vicki Adnams 54.95%

East/West

Diana Whitten & Diana Furlong 64.49% Bet Glengarry & Ron Tippett 55.68% Maureen Anderson & Julia Armstrong 51.99%

R.S.A Dart Results

Highscores 2/7/2020

Rob 3x180, 156, 131, 4x100, 120B, 100B

James 140, 2x133, 4x100, 100B, 123F, 118F

Jase 132, 125, 2x100, 112F

Hohepa 111, 6x100

Hayden 180, 140, 123, 6x100, 120B

Darts 7pm Thursdays

Taste of Turkey Motueka Masters AFC on Saturday before their game against Sprig & Fern Richmond Stags at Memorial Park. Stags took the win 3-1.

An impressive line-out win for Riwaka Senior B’s on Saturday against Stoke. Riwaka took the win 27-20.

Photo: Melissa Cullen.

CommunityNotices

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BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS TRUST (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings.

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Graham 544 3037 or Lloyd 544 2636

BRAVE HEARTS, support group for family with loved ones with substance addictions. Theme: A story of recovery. Venue: Family Service Centre,Talbot Street, Motueka. Time: July 9th @ 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 / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer, or recovering from cancer. Come and meet others and discuss what you would find helpful from this group. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy Street, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5495 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 THEPEACE 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.

MINISTRY OF INSPIRATION PRESENTS CHRIS HARRIS, CEO HOLOCAUST CENTRE OF NZ

Being an Upstander: Looking to the Past for Answers for the Future A Holocaust educator, Chris Harris speaks to the enduring lessons the Holocaust offers modern society. Saturday, August 1st - Waimea College 6-8pm Eventbrite Ticketing KOHA ACCEPTED Info: 02102793563

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

MOTUEKA HEART SUPPORT

Our next meeting is on Wednesday 15th July at 10 30am at the RSA. We are a small social group supporting those who have suffered a heart event. Phone. Janet. 5289442

MO T UEK A GRG S UPPO RT GR OUP

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

NELSON CAMERA CLUB meets 2nd and 4th Mondays most months. Up Stairs Netball rooms, Saxton Field @ 7/30pm. We welcome all photographers from beginners to experienced. Programme on www.nelsoncameraclub.co.nz Contact 021 2360 847.

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

QUAKER MEETING for worship meets in Motueka at the Family Service Centre on Sunday 12 July and starts at 10am. All welcome. For further enquiries contact Linda 0274476435.

SENIORNET MOTUEKA provides a fun and friendly learning environment. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Maureen on 02102600432 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

SINGING WORKSHOP Join us for singing fun learning Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5’. Four-part harmony training provided by vocal coaches. Beginners welcome. 6th August - 10th Sept ,Thursday evenings. $50, includes all resources. Phone or text Jenny on 0275444121 or visit www. nelsonharmony.org.nz

ST E AMPUNK M ODEL RA ILWAY D ISPL AY Tuesday 14th July 10am - 3pm. Paper Nautilus Cafe, High Street, Motueka.

SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come along and meet others in this friendly atmosphere Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or phone 539 1137 for details.

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

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).

church services

carpet cleaning

TASMAN Carpet Cleaning - Great service, eco-friendly, great value, for a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626.

chimney sweep CHIMN EY S WEEP Marahau-MotuekaTasman-Moutere and surrounding areas. Free quote or query. Phone Steve 021-081-01146.

death notices

FRASER, Joycelyn Winnearls

Peacefully at Nelson Hospital with her family by her side on June 25, 2020. Dearly loved wife of Gordon for the last 58 years. Treasured and dearly loved Mum of Suzanne-Maree and Dave, Roland and Sharlene, Bruce and Cassandra, Jamie, Peter and Melanie, Julie and Clint. Adored Nana to all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Limb has fallen from the family tree that says grieve not for me, remember the best times the laughter, the song, the good life I lived while I was strong. Joycelyn will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Thank you to the wonderful staff at Nelson Hospital and Flaxmore Lifecare.

A service for Joycelyn has been held.

dentures

NE W DENTURES , relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

firewood

QUA L ITY DRY FIREWOOD AVAILABLE

Delivered per trailer load (3m3). Free delivery in Motueka. PHONE 021 228 5025

for sale

SMART LADY’S BIKE. Dawes Graduate ex UK. Leather seat and handles. 5 gears. Near new. $475. 0211690022

for sale

TO B E REMO V ED from kitchen end of July ---- Kitchen BenchesBlack and Grey mottled laminate in excellent condition - 2.75m x 90cm w, without sink. Smaller bench (around existing hob) - 2.14m x 70cm. Also Pullout Pantry - 5 stainless steel shelves. Off-white laminate -1.98m x 50 x 44cm. Please call 03 970 5966 Motueka to view.

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.

garden sleepers

GARDEN SLEEPERS

200 x 100 x 2.1m

Hardwood Sleepers. 10 pack $320. Delivery available. PHONE 021 228 5025

health

rental wanted

RENTAL WANTED

Young couple moving to the Tasman area seek modest rental accommodation, on a monthly or weekly basis, from September while they locate a rural property to purchase.

Ideally a furnished sleepout, cottage or farm bach with facilities.

If you have what we’re looking for please call Rosie on (03) 544 3288 or 027 204 4236

situations vacant

storage

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

STORAGE Systems Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.

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

stump grinding

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

trades

TASMAN BL ASTING SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nz or office@tasmansodablasting.co.nz Ph. 0225288159

vehicles for sale

2012 HOLDEN BARINA 1600cc. 42,000km. $6000. Ph 5288241.

wanted to buy

CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY

VINTAGE / QUALITY TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS

property to let EXCELLENTRETAIL SHOP in Arcade at 265 High St. $115pw tel 5278261.

properties for sale

GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS

COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING

PH TIM GLADSTONE T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund – apply now!

Time is running out to get your application in for the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund, it closes on Friday (10 July). The Fund o ers help with travel costs for rural sports clubs and school teams for young people aged from 5 to 19 to participate in competitions. Head to tasman.govt.nz/ link/grants for more information and get your application in now.

Creative Communities funding applications close on Friday

Only plastics 1, 2 and 5 in your recycling please Council is now only accepting plastic containers labelled as 1, 2, and 5 as these can be recycled locally. Plastics numbered 3, 4, 6 and 7 are no longer able to be recycled in New Zealand so they must go in your rubbish from now on. So please think about the plastics that you buy (check the number in the recycling triangle, usually found on the base to make sure you’re getting 1, 2 and 5) and reduce plastic use where you can.

Send us your questions about water chlorination

As part of the upcoming community consultation on the proposal to introduce permanent chlorination on ve water supplies around the district, we’ll be assembling a panel of experts to answer questions from the community. Please submit your questions via email by 15 July in advance of the panel session. The panel will then respond to as many questions as possible in the time available. The information session will be available to watch on the Tasman District Council YouTube channel to enable everyone around the district to watch it and have their questions answered. Please send your questions to tasman.communications@tasman.govt.nz by 15 July.

Stay safer on our roads this winter

Over winter we all need to take extra care on our roads. That goes for everyone – motorists, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians too.

Drive with lights on dip in rain, snow or fog.

• Use your vehicle's demister or air conditioning to keep windows clear.

• Watch out for sun strike in the winter sunlight. Cover your windscreen on frosty nights or use an ice scraper or cold water to totally clear your screen of ice.

• Wear bright lights and colours when walking or cycling.

• Take your time – it only takes a split second to lose control in wet or icy conditions.

• Increase your following distance – stopping distances can increase by up to ten times.

Watch out for ice in shady areas and on bridges. Come in and pick up a free ice scraper and windscreen cloth from any Council service centre while stocks last.

Tasman District Council’s Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running arts projects in our area. There is a focus on art projects that have a broad community involvement, involve young people, or support the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities. If you think that ts with your project, apply now! Visit tasman.govt.nz/link/creative-communities for more information and to complete an application form.

Second Hand Sunday is coming back!

Save the date, this popular event that helps to re-home household goods for free will return on 26 July. Check out the website for more details, tasman.govt.nz.

Register

your dog now

In order to avoid a penalty fee, you must register your dog by the end of July. You can register your dog in person or by mail to any Council service centre, or pay online. Register in person

Use the form mailed to you or download a form at tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration. Bring it to any Council service centre to make payment.

Register by mail

Post your completed form and payment to any Council service centre.

Pay by bank transfer or online

You can pay your registration fee by:

Bank transfer to TDC account 12-3193-0002048-03. Online with a credit card (fees apply). In both cases you will need your owner number. Visit tasman.govt.nz/ services/make-a-payment.

ROAD CLOSURES

Proposed road closures

Applicant: John McIntyre Promotions Limited

Event: K2M – Kaiteriteri to Māpua Multisport Event

Location: Aranui Road – from the Tahi Street /Aranui Road

intersection to the Māpua Wharf Entrance

Date and time: Sunday 6 June 2021, 5.00 am – 7.00 pm

Dangerous roadside trees removed for free

In conjunction with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), Tasman District Council is o ering a free service to remove hazardous trees from rural roadsides. The aim of this project is to improve the safety of our roads and redeploy workers from all industries a ected by the COVID-19 response. We’d like to know about any problems in your area, particularly: Overhanging trees or branches that could fall onto the footpath or road.

Overgrown trees that reduce road users' views of the road. Fill in the online submission at tasman.govt.nz (search = tree hazard), or email us at projects@tasman.govt.nz, with your name, contact phone number, the location of the hazard and a brief description of the problem. If you can, please provide photos.

Closure of roads to ordinary vehicular tra c Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Tra c Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that for the purpose of a Nelson Car Club Rally the following road will be closed to ordinary vehicular tra c for the period(s) indicated hereunder.

During the period of closure the following provision will be made for ordinary vehicular tra c which would otherwise use the roads: Dovedale Road from the Dove Creek Bridge to Pigeon Valley Road (RP 16.00 – RP 19.90). Period or periods of closure: Saturday 31 October 2020, 8.00 am – 5.00 pm.

Alternative provision for ordinary vehicular tra c: NIL It will be an o ence under the above regulations for any person otherwise than under authority of an authorised period to use the roads for ordinary vehicular tra c during the period of closure.

Objections close: Monday 3 August 2020, 5.00 pm. Please send any objections to megan.bell@tasman.govt.nz.

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be held at Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond.

Golden Bay Community Board

Tuesday 14 July, 9.30 am. Golden Bay Service Centre, 78 Commercial Street, Takaka. Public forum.

Motueka Community Board

Tuesday 21 July, 4.00 pm. Motueka Service Centre, 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka. Public forum. Regulatory Committee

Thursday 23 July, 9.30 am. Public forum.

Riwaka Senior B players display their resolute defence during Saturday’s game that saw them notch up their second straight win over last year’s champion team Stoke, 27-20. Riwaka’s impressive defence coupled with some well-worked tries on attack saw them edge out Stoke in what was another cliff-hanger. The game is said to have resembled elements of their previous encounter in the 2019 final that went to the wire.

Photo: Melissa Cullen.