The Guardian - 8 June 2022

Youth basketball hits new heights

These talented year7/8 Motueka basketballers are part of the Mot Buckets Junior team. We’ll have more on the exciting representative basketball opportunity these youngsters have seized in next week’s edition.

Back from left: : Neti Saumaki, Rei Pouri-Lane, Sonny Kaho, Nikau Stephens-Semmens, Joel Stobie and Rohan Haskell (coach).

Front from left: Samson Pine, Harrison Johnston, Mone Pouli, Hamish Hammon, Nixon King, Matteo Maloney, Flynn Simkin (capt).

Absent: Lincoln Stebbings and Rafael Nami (coach).

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Record 10 MHS entries for Rockquest 2022

The annual Nelson regional Rockquest event kicks off this Friday, 10 June in Nelson’s Theatre Royal at 3pm. The programme, which is now in its thirty-fourth year, is held nationwide with events held in venues in 21 regions from Whangarei to Invercargill - hosting thousands of young musicians every year.

Rockquest is run simultaneously with Smokefree Tangata Beats which aims to nurture Pasifika and Maori culture in a contemporary music setting.

Participants, all enrolled in schools around the region, will perform on a professional stage. They will experience a full set up with stage lighting, a live sound engineer, a projected backdrop, technical support, full stage set-up and an MC running the show.

This year the regional event will welcome a live audience as well as being live-streamed so that friends, family and support crew of the acts can watch

remotely. This year to account for the record number of entries (57), the event will be run in two sessions. The first will run from 3pm - 6.30pm, and the second from 7pm - 9pm.

Tickets for audience members are door sales only, and will be on sale from 30 minutes before the first act of the day. Prices are $10 for Students, $15 for Adults. (Children 5 years and under - no charge)

General Manager

Matt Ealand says that an ethos of development and confidence building has always reminded central to the programme.

“Performing live on stage is a great boost in confidence and gives a great sense of achievement. It requires a lot of skills, not just musical ability,” says Matt.

Motueka High School students who have entered Rockquest spent last week fine-tuning their acts under the watchful eye of New Zealand singer-songwriter Julia Deans, best known

as lead singer of rock band Fur Patrol.

With ten entries from Motueka High School, they have all spent the week rehearsing to ensure their performances are of the highest standard.

The MHS acts performing on 10 June are:

Session 1 (3:006:30)

Bands

TBC Yr 9 Motueka High School

TBC Motueka High School

Ben Motueka High School

Just Jammin’ Motueka High School

Solo-duos In the storeroom

Motueka High School

Leve Motueka High School

Phoebe

Leenhouwers Motueka High School

Ru B Motueka High School

Harlem & Phillip Motueka High School

Harikoa Motueka High School

Also up for grabs at each regional heat is the Smokefree

Tangata Beats award. Smokefree Tangata Beats, run alongside Smokefreerockquest, has a focus on the unique cultural identity of Aotearoa New Zealand and the South Pacific. Entrants are encouraged to explore and celebrate the ways in which identity and culture is woven into the contemporary music they are writing.

The solo-duo category winners for Smokefreerockquest will be named from the heat, and the top 12 bands will be selected to play off at the Nelson final; which will happen via video submission this year.

The live events run from June 11 through to 8 July, with the top regional bands and solo/duos submitting footage for selection as semi-finalists where the top 10 will be decided, going on to perform at the National Final in Auckland on September, 24.

Smokefree Tangata Beats national final will happen on Friday, 23 September in Auckland.

Is high inflation deflating your retirement savings?

By Elise Vollweiler

The world has sneezed – so have your retirement savings caught a cold?

Well, if you’re pinning your hopes on term deposits to get you through, you can be sure that they’ve definitely got the sniffles.

There are lots of interwoven factors – Covid; the war in Ukraine ; the soaring price of commodities –and suddenly, inflation has gone through the roof. Inflation is the purchasing power of your money. In terms of every-day life, that means that the $100 in your wallet doesn’t go as far. It doesn’t buy as much stuff.

And in terms of your retirement fund, if you are keeping all your savings in a term deposit rather than alternatives like managed funds, you are actually going backwards. With an inflation rate of almost 7% and term deposit rates of around 2%, you’re going backwards quite fast.

“Term deposits are good for short-term storage, but the rates are always going to sit below inflation,” cautions Glyn Lewis-Jones of Motueka’s Castle Trust Financial Planning.

He sees far too many people who are at or nearing retirement age with their savings devaluing in term deposits.

If you’re not proactive, this loss compounds over time. “After four or five years, that’s a nightmare.” But surely the government will come to the rescue and solve the inflation issue?

Glyn’s matter-of-fact response is that it can’t.

“It can’t fix the problem, because inflation isn’t caused here, it’s caused worldwide.”

“It can fiddle round the edges and treat the symptoms by, for example, increasing benefits, but the New Zealand government on its own can’t cure the problem.”

He says that although we can’t solve the issue of inflation, we can be proactive about how it affects us personally, by making sure that anything more than we’re immediately spending is invested in a place where it can go up in value.

If you are nearing retirement, do not rest on your term deposit laurels. Glyn says it is prudent to seek advice about how to stop inflation from slowly deflating your savings.

“Rising inflation is yet another reason to get your finances sorted,” he says.

Call in to see the team at Castle Trust, on Motueka’s High Street, to make a plan that will keep your savings in robust health.

Fur Patrol’s Julia Deans (centre) spent time at Motueka High School working closely with their Rockquest entrants.

Riwaka students dive under

Riwaka School students Kingi Caird and Kelia Buckland enjoyed a once in a lifetime snorkelling experience at the Poor Knights Marine Reserve on May 13.

The annual Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) Te Kura Moana competition trip included student winners from Kerikeri in the north to the Caitlins in the south. Students are selected based on their action projects undertaken and enthusiasm they show when studying and experiencing the marine environment.

Kingi won for the best action project programming a video game with his mates. Have a go and see

if you can reunite the tamure with its snapper family in the marine reserve – but watch out for human threats!

Kelia took out the art category for her impressive art work and strong conservation message. Their wins also included the opportunity to take a parent or guardian on the trip.

“I felt amazed at how many fish there were and how beautiful it was,” says Kelia. “My favourite thing was diving down and swimming through the big schools of little fish. It’s kinda weird, I never thought I’d get recognition for making a picture book. But I’m very happy about it!”

On this year’s trip

there were 31 students and 29 guardians from 22 schools from eight regions across New Zealand.

EMR started in Tai Tokerau/Northland in 2001 with just three schools and the idea of comparing unprotected marine areas to fully protected marine reserves. Water safety messages are embedded throughout their programme. Seeing huge tamure/snapper swimming has inspired thousands of kids to take action for the marine environment and exercise kaitiakitanga – guardianship for their local beach or harbour.

“At first I was a little bit nervous but then it was just fun and I loved it,” says Kingi.

“My favourite part was the tonnes of huge snapper, and the kingi’s were really cool.”

Kingi’s father, Jimmy says it was an “honour and a privilege” to take part.

“That first moment of hopping in the water blew me away. And the clarity, until you’re immersed in it you don’t understand. This program is invaluable. These sorts of life experiences, especially for this generation, where we are heading with the planet, it can feel scary. But this generation, and these kids here, they give us hope, and it’s really important to get them out to these places to see what is still here and what can be achieved.”

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Jimmy and Kingi Caird with Kelia Buckland and her mum Kirilee during their Poor Knights Marine Reserve experience.

Left and top right: The Riwaka School students enjoyed an epic snorkelling trip after winning the regional prizes following their school’s participation in the EMR programme in term 1 this year. This mahi was generously funded by Kimi Ora.

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Imagine Theatre’s founders celebrated

Imagine Theatre celebrated the achievements of its Motueka founders, Maureen & Bill Smith in a short ceremony held at the Theatre on the afternoon of Saturday, 28 May.

The current committee of the Theatre presented the Smiths

with a plaque commemorating their longstanding contribution to the arts in Motueka. Maureen, paid tribute to her old classmate John Lennon when she changed the name of the company from Rainbow Theatre to Imagine Theatre in the early 2000s.

Over her decades of involvement she directed dozens of productions and events. She also mentored many local children in performance and stagecraft.

The couple were joined by family and friends involved in the theatre, and, next to

the stage that Bill constructed, shared emotional memories over a cuppa.

After the Smiths retired from the theatre in 2008, the committee have kept the hall humming. Every week sees dance classes, youth drama, drumming and karate. And

every few weeks the halls puts on music nights with local bands and DJs.

The current committee for Imagine Theatre would love to do more plays, and would welcome anyone keen to be involved to get in touch through their Facebook page.

Maureen & Bill Smith were overcome with emotion when their dedication to Motueka Theatre was acknowledged.

Motueka Search and Rescue’s Big Day Out at Canaan Downs

By Sue Toepfer

Motueka Search and Rescue (Motsar) has been in the business of helping the lost, missing and injured for 35 years with one member being there for the duration. There are 40 current members from all walks of life who volunteer their time to train and go out on rescue operations, often dropping work or family commitments to help those in need of it.

On Saturday, 28 May Motueka Search and Rescue held a full day of training at Canaan Downs with the majority of members attending, as well as some from the PoliceSAR squad. In the past couple of years an emphasis as been placed on the importance of carrying a PLB when in the back country and the uptake of trampers and hunters doing this is very pleasing. However, there will always be times when a ground search is required, when weather prevents a helicopter

getting to the injured party for instance or in an urban search. It is therefore important for the group to refresh their skills in an environment that they are likely to search in.

For the Big Day Out, searchers arrived bright and early and finished late. The day was broken into four stations, each concentrating on a different specialty and the teams worked their way around the stations in a round robin fashion with a final task in the dark at the end of the day. The teams were made up of a more experienced member as team leader with three other trained members rounding off the team.

Members are trained in search techniques, processing clue sites, tracking skills, communications, first aid, directional finding equipment to name a few.

Searches are carried out in all kinds of weather (usually bad!) and at any time of the day (often night!) and skills must

be ingrained so they can be carried out in any conditions without a second thought and this day was essential in reinforcing these skills.

We would like to thank New World Motueka, Mediterranean Foods Nelson and Dave Hobson for the support they gave us to allow the day to happen.

Motueka Search and Rescue are about to start a project to expand and rearrange our SAR building to make it better fit for purpose. We have a new space to store our gear and the old storage space will be

converted to a planning room allowing us to run searches in a more effective way. We have gratefully received a contribution from ITM already, but we are keen to hear from any other individuals/businesses who might like to support this worthy project in any way. If you think there is some way you can help, please email committee@motsar.nz and one of our members will get back to you.

We’d like to thank everyone in our community for their ongoing support in helping us to help the lost, missing and injured.

Caleb Martin, Kegan Ellmers and Rosey Joyce work on their Purposeful Wandering search technique.

Chelsea Cannell, Ron Wastney (patient) Natalia Watkins and James Mathews at the First Aid training station.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING atourlibrary

KOKOWAI Art Exhibition 8 June – 8 July

KOKOWAI an exhibition created by artists; Brian Flintoff, Robin Slow and Bob Bickerton. It is a collaboration of their art; taonga puoro (musical instruments), paintings and sound. This is an opportunity to learn about the significance of kokowai and the Taniwha legends of Golden Bay/Mohua. Come and visit this special exhibition at Motueka Library

Haiku Evening Friday, 10 June

A prize giving for our Haiku winners. All participants & interested people are welcome to come and read Haiku or listen to Haiku. Local poet & judge will discuss Haiku and the winners.

World Ocean’s Day Take & Make postcard kits 8-15 June

Celebrating our oceans and its creatures. Pick up your postcard kit, for all ages.

Harry Potter Take & Make Kit 9-17 June

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Harry Potter and the philosopher’s stone publication.

Knit in Public Day 11 June

Bring in your knitting and enjoy the relaxing ambience. Light refreshments.

Book up your June for the Great Kiwi Bookathon

Blind Low Vision NZ is calling on tamariki to get reading in the Great Kiwi Bookathon, a fundraiser helping to keep the magic of stories alive for Kiwis who are blind, deafblind or have low vision.

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For the month of June, the Great Kiwi Bookathon will challenge participants to read or listen to as many books as they can while raising vital funds for Blind Low Vision NZ’s support services such as the fully Accessible Library.

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Featuring 36,000 audiobooks, the library also includes adaptive technology services to translate text into speech or braille. There’s also a Youth Library featuring educational resources.

One of the Kiwis

benefiting from the Great Kiwi Bookathon will be 13-year-old Stella Hermes from Paekakariki.

Stella has optic nerve atrophy, meaning the correct vision isn’t transmitted to her brain. With the support of Blind Low Vision NZ, she’s found a love of audiobooks.

“The Accessible Library is my portal to new worlds and I love challenging myself to listen to as many audiobooks as I can.

“My book recommendation for the Great Kiwi Bookathon is Wings of Fire by Tui T Sutherland.”

Registrations are open online and from 1 June, tamariki can log their completed books and collect donations from friends and family. They’ll earn

badges and prizes for milestones along the way, including books read and donations received.

The bookworms who go the extra mile to be top fundraisers will be awarded to the website’s hall of fame.

Blind Low Vision NZ Chief Executive John Mulka is excited to build on the Great Kiwi Bookathon which launched in 2021.

“We look forward to seeing more kids and whanau take part and have fun in this rewarding initiative.

“We are so thankful for the participation and donations enabling us to support children who are blind, deafblind or low vision and their whanau live the life they chose.”

Parents and caregivers can now jump online and register their little bookworms, as well as themselves, for the Great Kiwi Bookathon.

To register your tamariki and start fundraising for the Great Kiwi Bookathon, head to www.Bookathon.co.nz

Wetland collaboration today set to provide precious restoration for tomorrow

As part of the wider Motupipi River Catchment enhancement works being led by Tasman District Council, “a little gem” of a constructed wetland has taken shape on the family farm of Kathy and Tony Reilly, 5km east of Takaka.

Tony and Kathy have generously retired 7400m² of productive farmland on Berkett Creek for wetland restoration work, starting the previously drained and straightened waterway on its journey to improving the health of this important tributary.

Starting in mid-2021, Stage 1a was constructed in challenging ground conditions with Stage 1b having been completed in early May 2022.

Thanks to their generosity and the help of the Ministry for the Environment’s (MfE) Jobs for Nature programme, over 100 digger hours, 1000 people hours and 4000 plants have been invested in the future water quality of Mohua, Golden Bay.

The really inspiring aspect of this work is the coming together of two worlds that are sometimes seen as totally different, productive farming and environmental restoration.

Project manager of Wetland Restoration Blair Reid says the Reilly project is another good example of farmers displaying guardianship of the land with a view beyond their own lifetimes.

“It really is a little gem and there is no better demonstration of this than the images of the Reilly family getting stuck in, not only on the planting days, not just on the sunny days, but doing the weeding, fencing and follow-up work.”

“One of the standout points of difference with this project is the way the design integrates the stream and wetland ecosystems as it once would have been.

The stream is once again full of wonderful diverse habitat for fish, koura and shrimp, and when stream floods it

will over-top into the adjacent wetlands which filter out sediment and other contaminants.

“Hopefully marshbirds will be enticed to make their way up from the estuary to find food within the wetland and stream.”

As part of Freshwater Improvement Fund programme, the Wetland Restoration project will support Tasman’s most vulnerable and ecologically important water bodies. The aim is to create seven new constructed wetlands across the Tasman district, bringing improvements to biodiversity and stream health.

As well as this, around 40 natural wetlands across the district will be improved and protected by Pest plant control, Planting natives and Restoring of natural hydrological regimes.

The majority of the people hours on this project have been met, thanks to the MfE funding.

Golden Bay-based environmental trust Project De-Vine have also provided valuable support to the project, contributing not only labour, but people with enthusiasm and a desire to see the ecological benefits come to the fore.

Two local nurser ies not more than 10km from the site have supplied locally ecosourced plants. Local contractors pro vided the earthworks and electric fishing, with Manawhenua Ki Mohua supporting the project and contributing to fish recovery and the restoration of wetlands.

Whanau are supported to take part in this mahi, creating opportunities to share traditional knowledge and learn about reviving and upholding these taonga (treasures) for future generations.

Looking ahead, they hope to complete further projects of this nature, involve more locals, train more young people and leave great legacies for our mokopuna.

Right: The family of Kathy and Tony Reilly in Takaka have undertaken wetland restoration work on their farm east of Takaka.

On Saturday evening we headed down to the Motueka Recreation Centre to watch our premier Roller Hockey team, Motueka Mako’s compete in a tournament. Teams from Auckland Taranaki and Whanganui came to town for the weekend to take part in the action filled event

Let’s talk about… staying warm to stay well this winter

Warm homes are healthy homes. Not only is a warm and dry living space more comfortable and better for our mental health, getting sick this winter.

If you can, keep an indoor temperature of at least 18°C. If there are babies, young children, or elderly people in the home, aim for 20°C. Cold and damp housing contributes to respiratory illness and can make recovery from common winter infections, like flu or RSV, slower.

Making a Home Warm: Structural issues in our homes (such as insufficient insulation) can make keeping a home warm and dry very challenging. Sufficient insulation is the

first place to start in making a warm home: insulation keeps the heat in and lowers heating costs.

If you own your home: Owner-occupiers of homes built before 2008 who have a Community Services Card or SuperGold card, among other criteria, are eligible for grants through the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme. These grants cover 80% of the total cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation or 80% of the cost of an approved heater. Visit EECA.govt.nz to check your eligibility and learn more.

If you rent your home: Since 1 July 2021, landlords have been obligated to meet Healthy Homes Standards within 90 days of

any new tenancy. These Standards include a fixed heating device in living rooms, ceiling and underfloor insulation, extractor fans in kitchens and bathrooms, efficient gutters, and no draughts due to unnecessary holes in the structure. Visit Tenancy.govt.nz to learn how to raise concerns with your landlord.

Making a Home Dry: Dampness allows mould and mildew to grow and can lead to respiratory illness. Damp air is also harder to heat: drier air allows your space to be heated more efficiently.

• A dehumidifier uses less energy than a heat pump, and can make your heat pump cheaper to run.

• Reduce dampness around the home as much as possible. Keep lids on pots, use extractor fans in the kitchen and bathroom, wipe condensation from windows with a towel or squeegee, dry clothing outside when possible, and air out the house for at least 10 minutes twice a day.

For more resources and tips on staying well this winter, visit https://www.nmdhb.govt.nz/campaigns/ winter-wellness/ and follow along here for more winter wellness information.

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Onetahua Farewell Spit bird-saving plan released

Large numbers of sea and shore birds like the NZ and banded dotterel, whitefronted and Caspian terns, and red- and black-billed gulls, may return to breed on Golden Bay’s iconic Onetahua Farewell Spit, thanks to a pest eradication plan which is being released this month.

People can find out more about the plan at two drop in sessions to be held in Pakawau and Collingwood on 10 and 11 June.

Last year, a group called Onetahua Restoration consulted widely with the community about its vision to restore cultural and ecological values to the northwest of Golden Bay including a project to remove invasive pests before it is too late for the vulnerable wildlife. Community feedback showed majority support for the eradication of pests. The next step was to commission experts to develop a feasible plan for how to do it, taking onboard the community’s views and feedback. This project now goes by the name Pest Free

Onetahua and the focus has been refined to eradication of the four most troublesome pests – possums, rats, stoats and pigs – from the most important habitat – Onetahua Farewell Spit.

Pest Free Onetahua – a partnership between Manawhenua Ki Mohua, Tasman Environmental Trust and Project Mohua, with funding support from Predator Free 2050 Limited –aims to completely remove possums, rats, stoats and pigs from Onetahua Farewell Spit and prevent their return.

Sky Davies, Manager of the Tasman Environmental Trust, says that while there is a colossal task ahead, the project’s research and planning has shown it is possible.

“We’ve seen the loss or decline of breeding terns, gulls and dotterels from the area, as well as the sooty shearwaters and little blue penguins, banded rail, fernbird, and marsh crake. As long as rats, stoats, possums and pigs remain on Onetahua, more endangered spe -

cies will be critically reduced or lost altogether.”

“Our eradication plan aims to create a safe breeding habitat, enabling the return of the large numbers of birds that once bred on Onetahua,” says Sky. “In the face of other threats like climate change, removing predators will give these species a much better chance of surviving into the future.”

Farewell Spit is unique in its geology, ecosystem and the habitat it provides. Sky

says that the project will be something Golden Bay can be proud of in years to come.

“Throughout New Zealand, pest (predator)-free projects are proving to offer a valuable focus for community togetherness and positivity, and Pest Free Onetahua is no different. In years to come, locals will be able to show the next generation how we took action to save this incredible habitat from inevitable decline and

again filled the skies above Onetahua with the sound of wings and raucous calls.”

The plan uses techniques developed on other landscape-scale eradication projects and should see key pest species eradicated in the first four years. The proposed techniques include intensive trapping, thermal hunting, detection dogs, motion cameras as well as best practice use of pesticides. For more information on the plan go to www.one-

tahuarestoration.org. nz/about/pest-eradication-plan

“We would love to receive offers of help,” says Sky. “We are hoping that people who are excited by this significant and challenging restoration project will put their hands up and get involved. We especially need support from people who have skills in governance, marketing and corporate fundraising. It takes a village to restore a seabird sanctuary... and the rewards will be tre-

mendous.”

Pest Free Onetahua has secured funding from Predator Free 2050 Limited, but needs to find match funding from other sources to see the plan through to completion.

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Friday 10 June, 1-3pm Old School Café, Pakawau, Saturday 11 June, 10am -12 noon Refreshments provided. All welcome. For more information go to www.onetahuarestoration.org.nz

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Pink Ribbon Breakfast extended to mid-June, more people in Tasman urged to take part

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Pink Ribbon Breakfast, Breast Cancer Foundation

NZ’s largest annual fundraising campaign which takes place every May, has been extended to 17 June, due to a lack of registrations.

Chief executive Ah-Leen Rayner says that a third fewer Pink Ribbon Breakfasts have been hosted this year, representing a drop in income of roughly $600,000.

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The charity is desperate to make up the shortfall in order to ensure its services aren’t impacted, and it’s urging more people in the Tasman region to host their

own Pink Ribbon Breakfast.

“In our third year of the pandemic, and with an underresourced health system, breast cancer patients are really feeling the effects. Since Covid-19, the demand on our support services has increased significantly. Our specialist breast care nurses, who provide free tailored advice to thousands of women, are stretched to the limit, with four times as many calls coming in to our 0800 support line,” says Ah-Leen.

“We’ll always be there for patients, but if we can’t meet

our fundraising target, it will limit the impact we can have. So please, sign up to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast to help make a difference for women going through breast cancer.”

Pink Ribbon Breakfast is where tens of thousands of Kiwis come together for good to raise vital funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. Pink Ribbon events can be hosted anywhere, at any time, and registrations will close on 17 June.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer for New Zealand women, with around

120 in the Nelson Marlborough DHB area diagnosed with it annually. The money raised from every Pink Ribbon Breakfast goes towards groundbreaking research, awareness and education programmes, and patient support services. For more information and to register to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast, visit www. pinkribbonbreakfast. co.nz

Kaye Mason, Barbara Goodman, Sheila Budgen, Alison Condon, Lynn Mason and Paula Tough enjoy breakfast together to support the Breast Cancer Foundation back in 2019.

In the heart of the community, with the community at heart

There’s an extraordinary vibe at our most central local school, one that is difficult to put into words. It’s a feeling that makes one feel immediately at ease, part of a community and welcome. This kind of feeling is similar to the warmth of family and a real credit to the energy, dedication and hard work of both the staff and students.

Over the last couple of years Parklands has undergone quite a transformation. Our readers may remember when one of Motueka’s most loved and respected teachers, Andrea Smith, took the helm as Principal. Known affectionately by students and staff as ‘Smiddey’, Andrea has been in her role for little more than two and half years and since then the school has gone from strength to strength. We stopped in for a visit to find out more about their improvements.

Community, collaboration and education

Walking through the gate at Parklands School (Te Kura o Pakarana) you can feel both the warmth and community connection of this inspiring school. Moving sounds of Kapa Haka reverberate from the school’s multi-cultural room (Aniwaniwa) across the playground as tamaraki practice an emotional and powerful combination of song and dance. Nearby a student with a huge grin on their face skips to class, their teacher happily skipping along beside them, sharing a laugh when they reach the classroom door. Approaching the school office, we hear words of praise and encouragement, a small group of students are shooting hoops with their teacher, the enjoyment on their faces is obvious.

The team at Parklands School collaborate with a Kaupapa Mãori approach. Kaupapa Mãori is a way to value each and every person while ensuring their wellbeing is a central to the wellbeing of all of us. These communal values engage a holistic approach to an individual as part of a broader community. Relationships are built on mutual trust, respect, collaboration, connection and inclusion. When strong relationships are built the ability to learn is improved for all, children feel settled and are more responsive as a result.

This approach to education works well, especially when used alongside curriculum such as Prime Maths, a composite of methods used by the top-performing nations in mathematics. Yes quality education is absolutely important, which is why such high ranking education systems have been implemented in the school. As parents of young ones know only too well, once your child is settled the rest seems to just flow.

Involvement in our local community further strengthens relationships, including visiting local rest homes as well as weekly visits to our new Motueka Library. Parklands were involved in the new library’s official opening, their Kapa Haka group performed at the exclusive event. You also may have caught their performance outside the museum last month; they were the opening act for Motueka MAYhem & Music.

Motueka High School fully supports and encourages students of Parklands School

ents have come out of the school; readers will recall their participation in Kai Fest over the years as well as Starlight Parade. Their annual book week parade along High St is another treat.

Every couple of years Parklands puts on a production, involving as many students as possible. The TDC generously allows them free use of the Memorial Hall and their resulting performances are legendary, in fact they have one coming up this year. School productions are one of their main fundraising efforts, unfortunately due to the pandemic there hasn’t been a performance for close to four years. So do get behind next terms production, you’ll find more details in The Guardian closer to the time.

A broad range of resources

Most parents will agree that packing school lunches can be a challenge with variety, time and affordability being contributing factors. With free school lunches, it’s one less thing to worry about. Every day students are provided with a different school lunch, yes the food is good, fresh, tasty, nutritious and delicious. Each week there is a different menu, but most importantly children have full tummies.

Physical activity is essential for any school and Parklands are lucky enough to have not only expansive fields and playing courts, but also a pool and a bike track. You’ll see students representing the school in a number of sports as well as shooting basketball hoops at any possible opportunity.

Karate has proven very popular in recent times thanks to Matua Stuart, giving students both mental and physical balance in the process.

The bike track is a well utilised confidence builder and a great deal of fun; they even provide bikes and helmets for the track. A number of students bike to school, this method of transport was supported recently by My Ride Motueka who hosted free bike checks at the school.

Other benefits at Parklands include Motueka Community Oral Health Hub and MOTEC. Having a dental clinic onsite makes it easier for both you and your children. No more trips offsite for your child’s dental check-up, instead, with permission they simply go to the clinic.

Motueka Technology Education Centre (MOTEC) is a specialist technology centre attached to Parklands that caters to students from 13 different local schools. Year 7 and 8 students (11-13 year olds) bus in for 2 hour sessions once a week to learn a number of skills including cooking, woodwork, sewing and computer coding. The wonderful staff at MOTEC also collaborate with the school further enhancing children’s learning experiences.

Andrea Smith Parklands School Principal

Taumata Kahuki

One of the learning aspects that set Parklands apart from other schools in our region is an opportunity for children to learn in bi-lingual environment. Taumata Kahuki, their bi-lingual classes, have grown from just 11 students five years ago to a diverse group of 88 students in 2022. The intellectual, cogitative, creative, cultural and spiritual advantages of bi-lingual learning are well worth exploring, even if only one language is spoken at home.

Learning two languages is like a mental work-out; it boosts brain power. Research shows that bilingual learning improves youngsters overall brain function and health, increases brain density and strengthens connections between brain neurons. In fact children who learn two languages have better language and listening skills, are better at reading and writing, more creative, better at multitasking skills, have a sharper memory and are better at solving problems. The earlier our children are exposed to a second language, the better they will do. Neuroscience has shown that babies are born with an open mind, ready to learn as many languages as we are ready to expose them to.

Parklands School are proud to offer such a valuable learning opportunity. It’s an environment where tamariki (children) are immersed in Te Reo me ona Tikanga Mãori (Mãori language and culture). All ethnicities and cultures are embraced, both within the school as well as the classroom and tamariki are encouraged to celebrate their identity and be proud leaders heading into the future.

The opportunities that ãkonga (students) receive in Taumata Kahuki include learning in both the New Zealand

English curriculum and Te Matauranga o Aotearoa (New Zealand Maori Education) curriculum.

Matua Stuart, the Kaiãrahi i te Reo in Taumata Kahuki describes how much the Parklands School teachers enjoy coming to work.

“The growth we are seeing in Taumata Kahuki is exciting, tamariki can grow up with their feet in both worlds. They will have so many opportunities in the future due to their bi-lingual learning and understanding of kaupapa. The future of our tamariki can only be led by us and our lively happy tamariki are our driving force towards giving more.”

Parklands is looking fantastic

Recently the school has also undergone quite a physical transformation, all of the classrooms and bathrooms have been improved and updated, buildings strengthened and painted, sturdy glass sliding doors open up learning spaces and new technology has also been added.

The school is looking fantastic; our local tradies have done a stellar job. Of particular importance are majestic carved pou which reflect the schools values, these were crafted by Matua Stuart and proudly installed almost a year ago.

“The entrance to school is impressive and it has been great to be able to physically refer to our KAHA values to our visitors and our tamariki,” explains Andrea with her trademark smile.

KAHA stands for Kotahitanga (collaboration), Ako (to teach and learn), Haepapa (responsibility) and Aroha (empathy and love). Looking towards the future, Parklands are keen to build new classrooms in order to house the growth of Taumata Kahuiki and will be seeking funding from the Ministry to do so.

If you would like to know more about this incredible kura (school), give Sequoya in the school office a call (03) 5288978, she will be able to make an appointment for you to have a tour. Alternatively you can find out more via their website www.parklands.school.nz

Parklands are located in Pah Street directly opposite the Memorial Hall in the centre of town, Andrea (Smiddey) and the fabulous staff look forward to meeting you

WHITWELLS MENSWEAR Motueka

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADIES

Hire a local tradie and support our community

We’ve all been spending more time at home, especially during the last couple of years. If you’ve discovered numerous jobs that need doing in and around your home, get in touch with a local tradie and help support our region in the process.

Local businesses are part of the fabric that make up our town, especially our tradespeople. They really care about their clients and employees, as they are trading their reputation and their name as much as the services they offer.

Every dollar that goes into a local business isn’t just keeping that business alive and well it helps to keep the people in our community in a job and - by extension - contribute their earnings into other local businesses too.

Some of the best people to engage are our local tradies, here are a few reasons why:

• DIY home renovations can be incredibly stressful. Hiring a tradie will take the pressure off you and provide an easier experience. As trained specialists, they know exactly what needs to be done and how to accomplish it correctly and on time.

• When you hire someone locally they know the area which can come in handy when it comes to local council regulations.

• You can drive around and see examples of local work they have carried out.

• A local tradie may be able to get to you quickly in the case of an emergency, such as a burst pipe or electrical failure.

• Using a local business is also a good way of getting to know more people in your community.

• Everyone knows you can’t beat word of mouth,

travels fast in local communities.

LOCAL TRADIES

The importance of communication and trust

It’s essential that you feel trust when you hire a tradesman. When you’re parting with (potentially) a lot of money you have to feel that you’re employing someone reliable and someone you can communicate with. Tradesmen feel the same way about homeowners as they too invest both time and money when they’re undertaking a job, they don’t want to risk losing valuable business. Managing expectations is therefore key for both parties.

Give your tradie a call or meet them in person and get a feel for their character. If you have an extensive project, you’ll meet and deal with the tradesmen for many months to come, so make sure you have a good gut feeling.

When you hire a tradesman make sure they’re registered. Don’t be afraid to ask to see their certificate/ registered number, they would have worked hard to gain their certification and will be only too happy to show you.

Is your tradie covered by insurance? This is important should there be an unforeseen situation.

Be clear and up front about budgets, start/finish dates and expectations. For instance, who will be supplying material? You or the tradesperson?

To avoid confusion or argument about who said what, ask for a written quote and maintain communication with your tradie throughout the work. A written detailed description of the work to be carried out can also help.

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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADIES

Top tips when hiring a tradie

Hiring the right tradie for your home is important, but a professional relationship works both ways. To help keep the experience a positive one, check out these tips:

Establish a professional rapport

From the get-go make sure the lines of communication are well and truly open. It’s important to express your expectations and requirements clearly while working together to establish a plan. If there is something you are unsure about, honesty is the best policy.

Make their job easier

Clear the area that is to be worked on from any obstacles or breakable items. In addition, make sure your house is easily accessible, including making room for parking if possible. As for pets, even though your little pooch is harmless, it’s a good idea to keep them away from the area.

Offer a spot for lunch and breaks

If your tradespeople will be spending the entire day working at your house, they will more than likely have brought their lunch. Let them know where they can set up. It’s also helpful and thoughtful to set aside a space outside with seating and a table they can be used for their well-deserved breaks.

Check-in for updates

Depending on the size of the job, it’s important to check in every couple of days and see how things are going. This includes asking your tradie if they need anything.

Don’t hover

There’s a fine line between being friendly and getting in the way. Keep your conversations short and let them get on with the job.

Show your appreciation

Offering tea, coffee or a plate of biscuits is a simple gesture to show your appreciation. At the end of the job, if you are happy with the work, make sure you take the time to give them a reference or a review online.

Be reasonable

Things go wrong and sometimes it’s out of your tradie’s hands. Although frustrating, stay calm and work together to help solve the problem.

Supporting local tradespeople isn’t only about dollars, it’s also about community. Often it’s our small local businesses that provide a generous amount of community support to local schools, sports teams and events.

By supporting local tradespeople you may be supporting a local sports team, making it a double win for our community. Spending your money locally grows a community and generates a shared sense of wellbeing that is impossible to ignore.

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL TRADIES

How to spot a ‘cowboy builder’

Over the years we’ve heard stories about the impacts of “cowboy builders” often in our larger towns and cities. A cowboy builder is a tradesperson, normally a builder, plumber, roofer etc who performs shoddy work at an inflated price. Luckily here in Motueka we seem to avoid any ‘cowboys’ coming to town. However, here are some tips to help you avoid such an experience.

Are you interested in becoming a tradie?

There are numerous benefits for those who wish to start a career in the trades. It’s a wonderful occupation or those who en oy working with their hands le ible hours ob security and good wages

ore and more women are oining the trades and it’s heart-warming to see them employed as apprentice builders, drain layers, plumbers and electricians. The support of their male counterparts within the sector is commendable in encouraging women to learn such skills.

eing a tradie does re uire hard work hysical labour and dedication but the benefits can be immense and absolutely worthwhile.

Job satisfaction

• Don’t use trades eo le who want to do cash obs While you may save a small amount, this is not only illegal, but you have limited recourse in the event something goes wrong.

• A trades erson who is willing to break one law is likely to be willing to break others.

• Avoid the ast talking trades erson who a roaches you at your home claiming to be ‘in your area’.

• A standard trick involves o ering to do a small ob like re air tiles be ore discovering a larger ob is critical like a new roo is re uired

When you talk to tradespeople, one of the things they all talk about is the real sense of satisfaction they get rom inishing a ob It’s not uncommon to drive around an area or a neighbourhood and see the sites you’ve had a hand at creating, infrastructures you helped build and pieces you’ve crafted. It could be a house, landscaping, a business, an item of machinery or something else – you know you’ve done a good ob and have others a reciate and en oy

Work flexibility

Once a tradesperson masters their trade and gets their uali ication they can essentially ick their own ro ects and be their own boss. Many tradespeople end up work-

ing for themselves and build a business which in turn supports our local community

Job Security

As one of the most in-demand services in New Zealand, tradespeople are among the top when it comes to in demand and most sought a ter obs here will probably never be a shortage of the handyman repair, house-building, landscape contracting and plumbing obs to name a ew o say that a trades erson will be needed all day, every day is no exaggeration. The trade career pathway for young people considering a career path in the trades sector is both bright and promising.

With an apprenticeship, you can earn money while getting skills and uali ications I you’re or older and interested in a career in one of the industries that offer a renticeshi s you may be able to earn a uali ication while you work. You can find out more via the following link www.careers.govt.nz/courses/find-out-aboutstudy-and-training-options/apprenticeships/

NBS Motueka Golf

Junior Netball

and move from the court

1 Riwaka Shooting Stars MSS Soldiers Tahla / Ilonka

2 LMO Diamonds UMO Eagles Ruby / Rose

1 Tasman Jets Tasman Sapphires Maddy / Zahli / Mihka / Hannah

2 Brooklyn Koru MSS Mystics Tahla / Ilonka

1 Rīwaka Rockets Riwaka Galaxy Jess / Viana / Madeleine

2 Ngatimoti Ferns Pakarana Whetu Kat Dixon / Tiana Knoef

Year 7 & 8 and Senior Games

3 Rebel Raiders MHS Maunga Aimee Seyb / Emma Graham

4 Huia Kaha Renegade Raiders Steph Christoffersen / Shinade Hamilton

1 UMO Tuis Pakarana Pounamu Hesper Tan / Anneke Vlamming

2 Ngatimoti Diamonds LMS Galaxy Ella George / Aby Butler

3 MHS Snr Social Huia Ora Carly Graham / Jess King

4 Rogue Raiders ROG Royal AJ Binns / Lou Betts

5 LMS Stars MSS Steel Lani Richards / Vikings

1 Rīwaka Hot Shots Rīwaka All Stars Char Bone / Wini Kelly

2 Huia Wairua MHS 9 Rimu Amanda Stilwell / Marcela Blomfield

3 MHS Ngā Whetū Vikings Molly Wilson / Emma Graham

4 Huia Mana Huia Mauri Lou Betts / Mel Kelly

5 Tasman Diamonds UMO Titans Lani Richards / Ashlee Tolsen

2 LMS Emeralds MSS Rockets Samantha White / Penny Hamilton

3 Huia MHS 10 Tūī Carly Graham / Jess King

4 Huia A ROG Blue AJ Binns / Mel Kelly

NOTES:

To be able to fit another round in we have Teams will now have 20 minutes court prior to their game for warm. Please check game times carefully.

Warm up time Game time 10.30am 10.50am 11.40am 12.00pm 12.50pm 1.10pm 2.00pm 2.20pm Year 5 & 6 - Pakarana Taniwha

IMPORTANT: Year 5&6 and Year 7&8 games now have a "Spectator Free Sideline" ruling. This is on the request from MNC, coaches and umpires in support of this being a learning space. We thank you for your cooperation with this.

Please meet on court 5 at 3pm ready to warm up.

The last Saturday of Autumn turned on a beautiful day for the monthly Mug Medal. We also had the pleasure of hosting a large group of players from Marton.

With two players tied on a Nett 67 the putt off resulted in Andy Tasker prevailing over Brent Thomson to win the Mug Medal.

Division 1,

Best Gross Jayden Hunter 74

Best Nett Bruce Miller 68

2nd Daryl Graham 70

Division 2, Best Nett Brent

Thomson 67

2nd Nett Stu Dixon 70

3rd Nett Peter Neal 70

Division 3,

Best Nett Roger Harman 68

2nd Mike Mansfield 71

3rd Dave Thomas 74

Division 4, Best Nett Frik Van Heerden 72

2nd Geoff Blois 75

3rd Rob Guild 76

Twos were scored by Andy Tasker, Bruce Miller, Craig Marshall, Pim Borren, John Inglis and Ian Pugh.

Bay Pharmacy

Hidden Holes was shared by Shirleen Miller, Stu Dixon and Bernie Hedges Lower Moutere Store closest to the pin were won by Donna Mitchell and Craig Marshall

The Ladies played a Nett round, also in grades;

Division I

Best Nett Tania Appelman 73 2nd Joyce Bullock 74

Division 2

Best Nett Sally Jones 71 2nd Jenny Van Heerden 74

Tasman Smallbore

Shooting Results 23.5.2022

Our season has started again (Monday nights 7pm)

If you are interested in trying a new sport please phone Barry 5267748

Jack99.797.1

Ethan99.6

John98.5

Meyah97.396.3

Barry95.2

Bailey94.3

Atawhai94.1

Heather92.1

Lynk8683.1

Tim 86

Zahli85.1

Liam82.185.1

Isaiah6562

Tapawera rugby players enjoyed home games on Saturday, 28 May with this player snapped in action by Susan Fenemor.

Community Notices

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

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757

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.

CHILDREN’S AIKIDO Tuesday-Thursdays 5.15pm - 6.15pm Ages 8+ Contact Monica 027 527 8290 or Julie 021 205 0143

DARKNESSAND LIGHT Beyond Duality Delusion and Doubt with Bonni Ross. dharmasphere offers workshops in Motueka. 11th June 9th July 9.3012.00. By dana. Register jane.hobday17@gmail.com

GIVE IT A GO Come and try painting with pastels. Free, we will provide materials, tuition, and morning tea. All welcome Tuesday 28 June 9:30-11:30 Mapua Community Hall

GREYPOWER MOTUEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com

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

KNIT & NATTER Wednesdays 10.30 - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 251 4359 All Welcome.

MANDALA ARTTHERAPY - a journey to the spiritual self. Every Wednesday 4pm - 6pm at Community House. Bring your drawing supplies. $4 koha for the room. Maddy 027 336 6300

MOTUEKACOASTAL BUS service, operates on behalf of Nelson Tasman Community Transport Trust Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, leaves Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman & Mapua, then Richmond CBD & the Aquatic Centre, returns 1pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond CBD $10. Pre-booking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543

MOTUEKA G.R.G. Support group welcomes grandparents/kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd and 4th Thursday every month 12.30-3pm. Motueka Community House Docks Reserve. Join us for a confidential, relaxed and supportive time with

others. Phone 021 133 7299

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355

MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm, Lower Moutere hall. Fun and social, supper after. Beginners and newbies welcome. For more info ph Fay 03 543 3650

NELSON RAILWAY Founders Park. Railcar will run on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th June, from 11am, weather permitting. Check our Facebook or website for updates.

NELSON SOCIAL DANCECLUB Birthday dance June 11, Club Waimea 7.30-11pm Harmony Hunters Band. New Dancers very welcome. Entry $12 nonmembers. Phone Chris 021 160 1358

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail. com, 24hrs notice required.

REDCROSSSHOP Shop open 10-2pm Mon-Fri. All welcome. Donations much appreciated.

RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1 - 4pm friendly group 50 plus includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 251 4359

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKING GROUP

Meeting on Thursdays at 9AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03 528 8358

WAIMEA HARRIERS WALLACESHIELD cross country Scarecrow Scamper June 11th at 297 Tapawera-Baton Rd, Tapawera starts 2pm. All walkers, runners and children welcome. See website for details. Bring a plate for shared afternoon tea.

Ph 022 372 9432

WAITAKI OLD GIRLS’ SOCIAL GROUP Pop in for coffee and chat at The Restore Habitat Hub, Tahunanui Drive. Friday 3rd June 10am onwards. All Oamaruians welcome. 027 673 1145 WALK 4 HEALTH Wednesdays, 10am Mot Community Garden, 30-60 min at your own pace - any fitness level. Contact Well on Track 027 930 5310

antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 0274484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

A NTI Q UES COLLECTABLES etc

6 rooms to browse inc recent estate lots. BuySell-Value. Open 6 days Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd (The Castle) Richmond (ph 5440723) www. antiquesnewzealand. co.nz

for sale

FURNITU RE Musical instruments, rugs, mirrors etc. Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd Richmond.

death notice

FRY

David

In Australia 28th May

Brother of Keith (dec) Ewen (dec) Sue, Ross, Richard and Gwen.

storage

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

TASMAN Storage units available from $6.20pw. Clean, dry, secure units. Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.

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

COLLE

wanted to buy arborist

dentures

N EW D ENTU R ES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

Thu 9th June - Wed 15th June 2022 JURASSIC WORLD (DOMINION) M) • 2hr30min Thur 1.00pm, 5.50pm Fri 1.00pm, 5.50pm Sat 10.30am, 5.50pm Sun 10.30am, 5.40pm Mon 1.00pm, 8.10pm Tue 1.00pm, 5.50pm Wed 1.00pm, 8.10pm TOP GUN (MAVERICK) M) • 2hr20min Thur 3.35pm, 8.25pm Fri 3.35pm, 8.25pm Sat 1.05pm, 8.25pm Sun 1.05pm, 8.15pm Mon 5.50pm Tue 3.35pm, 8.25pm Wed 5.50pm OPERATION MINCEMEAT M) • 2hr10min Sat 3.30pm Wed 3.35pm DOWNTON ABBEY 2 PG) • 2hr15min Sun 3.25pm Mon 3.35pm Rec Centre, Old Wharf Road statecinemamotueka.co.nz entertainment

wanted to rent

LON G TE RM R ENTAL for father and son. 2 bedroom. Motueka/Riwaka area. References Ph Jon 022 642 7519

G E ST R EET

Lots of stuff. Signs out by 9am 11th June 9b College St, Motueka

RORE STREET Selling everything - going overseas - 3 Rore Street Motueka 8am-1pm

garage sale

RELIEF TEACHERS URGENTLY REQUIRED

We are currently experiencing a severe sta shortage and are seeking quali ed relief teachers in a variety of subjects. If you are a teacher who is currently unregistered, please feel free to contact us to discuss further.

Please contact Barbara Adcock, Relief Coordinator Barbara.adcock@motuekahigh.school.nz

RECEPTIONIST

Full-time

We are currently looking for a new receptionist who can support the wider team at our o ce in Motueka.

• Great opportunity to expand your skills

• Be part of a family environment

Please email for a job description and apply to: admin@sbcmot.co.nz

public

Promotional Ticket Assistant/ Cash O ce Supervisor

Mondays 06.00am-2.30pm (Hours Negotiable)

Fridays 06.00am-10.00am

Saturdays 06.00am-10.00am

$23.04PH

Must be computer competent, good time management skills, con dental with handling of private information and able to work on their own. Full training and support provided. More hours negotiable for the right candidate.

Apply to storemanager.motueka@countdown.co.nz

ANNUAL

SATURDAY 18th JUNE 2022 10AM

AGENDA

Minutes of the previous Annual General Meeting of the Motueka Memorial R.S.A. Inc held on Saturday 1st August 2020.

Election of Executive and Committee. General Business.

PLEASE NOTE ONLY FINANCIAL MEMBERS ARE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND.

* All members are urged to attend. * Rebecca Hodges Manager/Secretary

Applications close 17th June 2022 49

Kahurangi suffer loss to Wanderers

LA U NDR Y EXPO SA LE

By Brendan Alborn

Kahurangi suffered its biggest defeat in more than two years, going down to Wanderers 24-12 in a match played out in abysmal conditions at Brightwater on Friday night. The loss leaves the Hawks just out of the top four on the Tasman Trophy table although Kahurangi does have a game in hand with their match against Nelson having been postponed due to Covid in the Nelson squad. There will be no rest for the wicked, however, with Kahurangi facing their recent nemesis, Marist, at Sports Park Motueka on Saturday, 11 with the John Goodman Trophy also up for grabs. Then on the very next Saturday, the Hawks face another huge challenge with an away game against top-of-the table Stoke. These next two weeks will be vital in terms of shaping the 2022 season for Kahurangi.

In a match played in crisp but dry conditions under lights at Sports Park last Thursday, the Huia Hawks thrashed seven shades of excrement out of Nelson with the final score of 104-0. In many one-sided rugby matches the dominant team can often shift away from their structured play as players become guilty of trying to score from every phase. This was not the case for the Huia Hawks who played clinical, structured rugby for the full 80 minutes, varying their attacking play with direct running, pinpoint accurate grubber

kicks and kicks for territory as the situation required. Keaton Fry scored four tries, Mark Hughes dotted down for three while Brodie Maru, Eddie Tafia and Kiti Vainga each scored a brace.

While the Kahurangi Division One side started their match well and were leading 12-0 early on, Wanderers scored 24 unanswered points, adapting to the wet and wild conditions much better than the Hawks were able to. While the Kahurangi halves combination of Louie Chapman and Ben Johnston played as well as could be expected in challenging conditions, the Hawks were unable to build any sustained pressure or momentum. The optimists in the Kahurangi setup will be hoping this loss is simply a blip and that the postmatch analysis leads to improved performances in the coming weeks. Kahurangi welcomes back two of its Super Rugby players this week with Willy Havili having returned from his breakout season with Moana Pasifika while Luca Inch returns from the Highlanders.

The Huia Hawks Division Two side face Marist at 1.15pm on Saturday in what will be their final home game in the roundrobin phase of the season before the Kahurangi game at 3pm. The Kahurangi Women play Moutere at Awarua Park on Saturday at 1.15pm while the Riwaka Division Two side are away to Collingwood.

Kahurangi’s Josh Te Hira with the ball. Photo: Lucy Te Hira.

Line out win for Kahurangi. Photo: Lucy Te Hira.