The Guardian - 9 March 2022

Work continues at King Edward St fire site

From the very moment the alarm was raised, everyone involved in the huge Motueka fire knew it was going to be like no other.

It was 4.30am on 10, January when neighbours of the disused King Edward Street building were jolted awake by what sounded like fireworks detonating on their street.

The old asbestos laden industrial buildings that were part of the once thriving Motueka tobacco

industry were consumed in flames –fourteen fire trucks, water tankers and support vehicles responded to the emergency.

Extinguishing the flames was just the first phase of the emergency response. Dealing with the potential for asbestos contamination caused by ash and debris scattering across adjoining properties was a serious concern.

Due to the public health implications, Tasman

District Council’s Environmental Health team was called in to assist the landowner by overseeing any potential problems.

Environmental Health Team Leader Daniel Winter took on a liaison role as the landowner, Wakatu Incorporation brought in their own independent contractors who specialise in dealing with evaluation and clean-up of asbestos contaminated sites. He says the Council’s main concern in the

first instance was to look after the safety of those in the immediate area and he visited each house to offer reassurance and answer queries.

Since that day, a lot of work has progressed with detailed testing of a large area adjacent to the gutted buildings.

Daniel says the landowner has gone to great trouble to ensure their contractors have thoroughly cleaned the affected area. That included

cleaning roofs, horizontal surfaces of all objects and vehicles, deep cleaning individual objects, disposal of some items and even the removal of topsoil and reinstatement of land. From a Council perspective, he’s extremely pleased with the way the project has progressed and is praising Wakatu Incorporation for the way it has dealt with the whole situation. The cost of the cleanup has been entirely met by the landowner.

The disused tobacco industry buildings on King Edward Street caught alight earlier this year.

The Motueka Steiner School has a brand-new Outdoor Classroom

Recently the Motueka Steiner School inaugurated their brand-new Outdoor Classroom. This wonderful project has been spearheaded by Lindsey Ellison, the school’s Farm-toTable and Outdoor Classroom co-ordinator.

She was inspired by an outdoor education course she attended two years ago in Auckland facilitated by John Lowry at the Michael Park Steiner School. Lindsey realised that this was just what a farm school like the Motueka Steiner School needed!

Last year she started the OC (Outdoor Classroom) space with the senior students by building a fire and sitting on stumps in a circle while crafting.

In this space the students learnt about fire building materials, fire safety, and using the fire for cooking, making tea, warmth, and using coals for craft. They learnt knife safety, carving, weaving, and making and firing clay pots. The classes sourced different woods from the surrounding farm for different projects, learnt to chop wood safely for the fire and crafting, and how to build a shelter for when it rained. Together with Linsey, they meditated and observed their surroundings, connecting with the natural space

and with each other.

A lot happens whilst crafting by the fire with students. It’s not just external work acquiring a valuable life skill; there is a great deal of internal work at play.

Lindsey sat with the students in a circle talking, listening, and building relationships and community in a safe space.

It’s a magical place to be when everyone’s hands are busy, and the conversation is flowing. Learning becomes very empowering when the students make something in nature from nature that can become a useful tool.

In the background Lindsey was doing the planning to acquire a large, sheltered space built near the space where the students were sitting around the fire. The Motueka Rudolf Steiner Trust (MRSST) who owns the school land agreed to fund the shelter and together with a few other donors work got under way to building the outdoor classroom. The school also purchased a lovely natural timber shed for tools from Plankville in Stoke who kindly came and installed it for them. Greg Law from Orca Developments was engaged to work with Lindsey to come up with a suitable concept for the outdoor classroom. Greg and his team had built the

new classrooms so were already familiar with the space and eager to build an Outdoor Classroom. The teachers, MRSST, Proprietors Trust, and parents were consulted over a period of months, and council permits had to be applied for. The school chose to build a large, engineered space so that the whole community can safely use it in the future.

February saw the completion of the classroom. The timing was perfect for the beginning of the new school year, and now all the teachers have an extra outdoor space for teaching. There are woodwork tables, and these have already been used by the students to make forms for mud bricks.

The students and teachers love the space with its large natural wooden beams and open feel. It really is an inspiring space that will serve the students and wider community for many years.

The new outdoor classroom at Motueka Steiner School.

Students have been learning a variety of outdoor skills in their new classroom.

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Residents asked to look out for skinks

The plague skink (Lampropholis delicata), sometimes known as rainbow skink, is a small lizard introduced to Aotearoa from Australia.

Finding skinks in the garden should usually come as no surprise. However, there’s one species that the Tasman District Council is very interested in hearing about. The plague skink (Lampropholis delicata), sometimes known as rainbow skink, is a small lizard introduced to Aotearoa from Australia. First recorded in

Auckland during the 1960s, probably arriving accidentally in cargo, they have steadily expanded their range through the North Island. More recently, they have also been discovered in Marlborough. It’s believed this skink is probably already present somewhere in Nelson Tasman, but because they look so similar to our common

native skink, they may not have been reported.

Plague skinks can reach high population densities in a relatively short time, threatening our declining native lizard populations by competing for food, habitat and space. Measuring about 3 – 4 cm long excluding the long thin tail, plague skinks prefer moist areas and are com-

monly found under vegetation, litter, rocks and logs. They also thrive in urban areas, gardens, commercial areas, industrial sites, garden centres, and waste ground.

The skink is brown or grey-brown with a dark brown stripe down each side, and an iridescent rainbow or metallic sheen when seen in bright light. They can eas-

ily be distinguished by one large scale on the top of their head, whereas New Zealand native skinks have two smaller scales.

If you see one anywhere in Tasman, call the 24-hour DOC hotline 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468) or MPI Biosecurity 0800 809 966 immediately. If possible, please take a photo to help with identification.

Greg Bramwell Christchurch “Chardonnay.”

Maureen Dabinett Motueka “I used to like Sauvignon Blanc but don’t drink these days.”

Tim Butcher Christchurch

“I’m not really a

drinker

but if I had to choose it’d be

Sauvignon Blanc.”

Leeon Johnston Motueka “It’d

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Rich tale in Golden Bay author’s latest novel

Golden Bay author

Suzanne Clark has released her latest novel, ‘Hokioi: Giant of the Sky’, a tale rich in history and the culture of New Zealand’s very early settlers. Events in the story are not only revealed through the eyes of the people, but also shown from the perspective of the hokioi (Haast’s eagle).

“This book has taken some time to write and needed a lot of research, but it was interesting and I enjoyed it,” says Suzanne.

Following a Polynesian family who settle in an area rich in moa, a place which is also home to a pair of giant eagles – the hokioi. Will they find a way to live in harmony with their winged enemy? There is romance, loss and revenge – the stories of these characters intertwine, and steeped in their legends and traditions.

“The story is set in an interesting time in New Zealand’s history that I don’t think is very well-known,

when there were lots of very large groundliving birds that are now extinct. The moa, of course, but also huge swans, geeze and adzbill too,” says Suzanne.

Suzanne tells the story from the perspectives of multiple characters including Hema, a boy of only five winters, who has the first frightening encounter with the giant bird. He

becomes the devoted pupil of Te Reko, the stern tohunga priest, and longs to play the koauau.

There’s also Wanui who falls in love with Rakopi. She is a healer and the beautiful daughter of a tohunga priest. Blaming herself for the suffering the bird has caused her people, she determines to rid the skies of the terrifying bird. Alone she enters its

mountainous domain.

“I researched background information from numerous sources including Barry Brailsford’s ‘Song of the Waitaha: Histories of a Nation’.”

‘Hokioi: Giant of the Sky’ is retailing at $33 and available from most book stores including Tessa Mae’s (Mapua), Living Arts Gallery (Tukurua), Allsorts (Collingwood) and in Murchison.

Even a casual glance at society today tells us that things are not right. To many, the world seems to be spinning out of control. Growing numbers of men and women face the future with anxiety and confusion. The world seems locked in a downward spiral that is fast reaching a climax. This book gives you the insight you need to make sense of what is happening in the world around you. You’ll learn where our world is headed, how you’re involved and how it will all end.

For your free copy send your email to ourfuturetoday@outlook.co.nz PO Box 72747, Papakura, Auckland 2244

WHOOPS! Motueka’s High Street was inadvertently dumped on last Tuesday when the driver of the local rubbish truck had one of those days where he probably wished he’d slept in.

It provided some amusement to passers-by, before the traffic management team working on the corner of High and Tudor streets helped it get sorted quickly.

Golden Bay author Suzanne Clark has released a new novel. Inset: ‘Hokioi: Giant of the Sky’ delves into the culture of New Zealand’s very early settlers.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

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- Motueka Library - 12 Pah Street - Phone 03 528 1047 -

We’re on the Move!

The library in Pah Street will be closed from 7 March. The afterhours returns bin will closed and no returns can be accepted until the new library opens on Saturday 19 March. But don’t worry, we’re making sure that no books will be due until the new library is ready to take returns.

The new library at 32 Wallace Street will open at 9.30am on Saturday 19 March. The new library will open under the Covid Protection Framework Red setting.

This means we need to limit the number of people who can be in the library at one time, which may result in a wait to enter the library. Because we know many people will be keen to visit as soon as the library is open, we’ll be celebrating the library opening all week – so you won’t miss out on any festivities if you don’t visit on opening day. We look forward to seeing you at the new library.

We are busy packing up books, equipment and getting ready to open the new Library at 32 Wallace Street. We are very excited to welcome you through the doors. We will have some Special Edition Take & Make Kits and activities for you to enjoy. Borrow books using your Library card or Join the Library from 19 March onwards

Visit the new Motueka library, choose some books or get your free membership. Go into the draw for 3 $50 Gift baskets to celebrate our opening.

We love to see your creativity and value your feedback, send a photo and feedback about your Take & Make Kit to Janine.gillions@tasman.govt.nz

Moeka Koyama

Congratulations to Moeka Koyama for obtaining L3 qualifications with Excellence, Gaining NZQA Scholarships in both English and History.

For passing ABRSM Grade 8 Classical Guitar - Scoring 146/150 giving her the top NZ Score

Future Development Strategy consultation goes online

Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council are working on a joint 2022 Future Development Strategy (FDS).

The FDS is a strategic plan that covers residential and business potential sites

within the Nelson and Tasman regions over the next 30 years.

The strategy looks at how and where we can create more capacity for development (for housing and business) and identifies the infrastructure

required to support it.

The FDS does not rezone the land, but it informs our Resource Management Plans. Before the FDS is adopted by both councils, we are going out for consultation so you can have your say.

This consultation will run from 14 March 2022 to 14 April 2022. Hearings are scheduled for April and May and following deliberations the FDS may be adopted by both councils in July 2022.

To ensure any busi-

ness or residential growth occurs in a way that best benefits those who live here now and over the next 30 years, they need your input.

The FDS will influence all of our futures, where we will be

able to live, the availability of housing and the types of housing we, our children and grandchildren will be able to live in.

To keep everyone safe while we are at Red on the Covid Protection Framework,

in-person community consultation events will not take place.

Instead, they have a comprehensive online consultation programme. For details on these online events, go to tasman.govt.nz/fds or shape.nelson.govt.nz/futuredevelopment-strategy.

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2022 Primary Industries Good Employer Awards open for entries

The search has begun to find Aotearoa New Zealand’s most exceptional primary sector employers.

Entries have opened for the 2022 Primary Industries Good Employer Awards, which are run by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and the Agricultural and Marketing Research and Development Trust (AGMARDT).

“The Awards provide the opportunity to recognise and celebrate outstanding employers across the primary sector that may otherwise fly under the radar,” says MPI’s Director of Investment, Skills and Performance Cheyne Gillooly.

“The sector has been resilient throughout the pandemic and the hard mahi of farmers, growers and processors is leading our export-led recovery from COVID-19.

“Revenue from food and fibres exports is predicted to hit a record $50.8 billion in the year to 30 June 2022.”

The primary sector employs about 367,000 people, representing almost 14 percent of the total workforce.

“Since the Primary Industries Good Employer Awards were launched in 2018, nine employers – ranging from transport companies, to environmental guardians and agritech innovators – have received accolades,” says Cheyne.

“We’re on the lookout for employers, both large and small, who go above and beyond by creating productive, safe, supportive, and healthy work environments for their people.

“Our Fit for a Better World economic roadmap sets a goal of employing 10 percent

more New Zealanders in the primary sector by 2030.”

Rewi Haulage, a Maori-owned log transport company based in Rangitukia north of Gisborne, took out the Maori Agribusiness Award in 2021.

“We treat our employees and drivers as whanau and we’re supporting a lot of locals to be owner operators and have businesses of their own,” says Rewi Haulage director Chubb Rewi.

“In an increasingly competitive labour market, great employers are more important than ever to help attract and keep staff in the sector, and I’d encourage people to enter.”

All food and fibres sector employers and the businesses that service them are eligible to enter the Awards. Entries are now open and close at 5pm on 25 March 2022. Winners will be announced in June.

“We want the application process to be as inclusive as possible, so nominees can range from rural accountants, to veterinary practices, through to large industry bodies or small start-ups,” says Cheyne.

Award categories cover employee development, having a safe and healthy work environment, Maori agribusiness, and the two new categories of small business recognition and operating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

A supreme award is also awarded to the overall winner for being an exemplary employer.

To find out more about the awards and how to enter click here: www.mpi.govt. nz/gea

Our region is home to some of New Zealand’s most exceptional primary sector employers.

People urged to report Hector’s dolphins off Tasman-Marlborough coasts

Visitors and residents enjoying the Tasman-Marlborough coast this summer are being urged to report sightings of the nationally vulnerable Hector’s dolphin.

One of the smallest dolphin species, the Hector’s dolphin population is estimated to be about 15,000, but they face threats from fishing, the disease toxoplasmosis, boat strike and the noise associated with human activity on and in the ocean.

Hector’s dolphins were previously found all along the coast of most of the South

Island.

Their largest current populations are now found along:

- the west coast between Jackson Bay and Kahurangi Point, - the south coast between Toetoes Bay, Porpoise Bay and Te Waewae Bay - the east coast between Otago and Marlborough.

Kirstie Knowles, the Department of Conservation’s Marine Ecosystems Manager, says there is particular interest in sightings of Hector’s dolphins around the northern South Island.

“We’re urging people enjoying the coast and sea around the Marlborough Sounds, Golden Bay and Tasman Bay to report any sightings of Hector’s dolphins,” she says.

“Hector’s are easily identifiable due to their rounded dorsal fin – the description we often use is it looks like one of Mickey Mouse’s ears – and their grey and black markings.”

People who are out boating or on the coast who see a Hector’s are urged to take a photograph of the dolphin, and pass

it on to DOC via a social media channel, or through our online form, www.doc.govt. nz/marine-mammalsighting-form/.

“By passing on photographs and details of where people see Hector’s dolphins around the northern South Island, it helps build our understanding of how the dolphins use this part of the country and inform future planning for marine protection,” she says.

People can also report sightings of Hector’s dolphins via DOC’s Facebook and Instagram channels.

A Hector dolphin.

Driverless, low emissions tractor in development

An innovative, low emissions, driverless tractor able to perform up to three tasks at once is on the cards for New Zealand orchards.

The Government is contributing $622,360 through the Ministry for Primary Industries’ (MPI) Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund to develop a prototype tractor, which is set to transform the productivity of trellised orchards while reducing carbon emissions.

The Smart Machine Company Limited is taking the lead on the three-year project, and is contributing a further $945,520.

“The tractor will be able to perform several tasks, including canopy spraying, mulching, mowing, trimming, and leaf defoliation,” says Steve Penno, MPI’s director of investment programmes.

“As well as lowering carbon emissions, we could expect to see reduced spray drift, and improved soil and tree health.

“By improving orchard productivity sustainably, we could increase the value of crops like apples by meeting the growing demand for products made with less impact on the environment.”

Smart Machine chief executive officer Andrew Kersley says the end goal is to develop a fully electric tractor.

“While we want to go fully electric eventually, we need to be sure it will be suitable for remote rural areas. Some orchard tractors

run 20 hours a day, seven days a week, so if growers have a fleet that needs frequent recharging that might not be practical.”

With this in mind, Smart Machine is working on a diesel hydraulic system with some electric components, with the view to converting to full electric further down the track.

Andrew says Smart Machine researchers will adapt the learnings and technology from the successful testing of a tractor they developed for vineyards. This tractor was developed in collaboration with Pernod, with testing taking place on Pernod vineyards.

“The transition to developing an autonomous tractor for orchards isn’t a huge technological leap, as pipfruit growing environments with their 2D canopies are close to the way grapes are grown.”

Steve Penno says this project aligns with the Government’s Fit for a Better World roadmap to boost New Zealand’s recovery from Covid-19.

“Developing this low emissions alternative for orchards will help in our goal of shifting to a zerocarbon society, boost sustainability and also has the potential to increase export earnings.”

The project is based in Blenheim, with plans to expand testing to Motueka and Hawke’s Bay next year.

Timber Retaining Walls

As we enjoy the warmer weather of Tasman’s summer it is timely to take stock of our well-being as we head toward winter and the colder months.

OmegaFlex New Zealand, based in Marlborough, has developed a range of products that o er gentle and natural options to improve the lives of people and pets, produced from the highest quality, sustainable New Zealand sources.

There have been several scienti c studies demonstrating the bene ts of Green Lipped Mussel (GLM) extract for people and pets who su er from a variety of in ammation-based ailments. GLM oil and powder of the highest quality is used in Omega ex products and this is extracted from mussels harvested in the Marlborough Sounds.

In addition to a range of established products for people and pets OmegaFlex New Zealand has

developed Flexi-Breathe, an e ective and natural syrup for the whole family that contains Ginger, Lemon, Manuka Honey and GLM oil to support long-term chest and lung health.

Mitch Denny, OmegaFlex NZ director says the product is ideal for people who su er from asthma and hay fever. “Flexi-Breathe is very soothing and calms the throat, reducing coughing and allows people to ultimately get a better night's sleep. Although not a cure, Flexi-Breathe provides signi cant relief for those who have su ered far too long.”

Omega ex Flexi-Breathe is now readily available through Greenworld Health & Lifestyle, Motueka. Or you can order direct from www.omega ex.co.nz where the full range of products can be viewed. Use the code TASMAN at checkout for free delivery.

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Soothes dry, tickly airways.

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A tasty liquid form of GLM that can be consumed in conjunction with our Supernol GLM capsules to assist with natural support for chest and lung health.

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Smart Machine founders Nicholas Gledhill, Walter Langlois and Andrew Kersley.

Kea chicks boost Nelson Lakes kea population

Six kea chicks are believed to have successfully fledged in the Nelson Lakes area in the past month to boost the kea population.

It is an improved result on only one chick fledging there last breeding season.

As part of efforts to rebuild kea numbers in the Nelson Lakes area, work is carried out to find and monitor kea nests and protect them from predators with trapping through the breeding season.

Two kea nests, each with three chicks, were monitored on the St Arnaud Range this breeding season.

Department of Conservation Nelson Lakes Senior Biodiversity Ranger Melissa Griffin says the 100% survival of monitored kea chicks this breeding season was due to the team effort by the Kea Conservation Trust, DOC rangers, the Friends of Rotoiti and other volunteers.

“We’re thrilled to have had six kea chicks successfully fledge this year. Additional trapping of

feral cats this breeding season has helped their survival.

“The Kea Conservation Trust raised funds for 20 live capture cage traps to catch feral cats to protect kea nests. Five feral cats and 14 possums were caught in 19 of these traps near a kea nest in the Rainbow Conservation Area between early September and early December. Cats are a major risk to nesting birds and one was captured just 500 metres from the nest.

“The nest was also protected with stoat and possum trapping. A possum was seen regularly visiting the nest on images captured by a motion sensor camera outside the nest. To prevent possum disturbance to the mother and her chicks, DOC ranger Ricki Mitchell, who does much of the kea nest work, put a possum trap close to the nest. Two possums were caught in quick succession and no more possum visits were recorded.

“The other monitored nest was in the Rotoiti

Nature Recovery

Project area in Nelson Lakes National Park and benefitted from its ongoing stoat and possum trapping. The area is also protected with live capture traps to catch cats.”

The live capture traps have a Celium remote sensor that sends a signal via satellite if an animal is caught in the trap.

This avoids the need for daily checks for animals captured in the traps saving considerable time. Live capture traps are used to avoid killing weka and kea which can also get into the traps.

The last breeding season started with six kea chicks in two monitored kea nests also a stoat is thought to have predated three chicks in a monitored nest in the Raglan Range.

Stoat numbers were still high following a 2019 beech mast (beech seeding) that caused increases in rat and stoat numbers.

Two chicks died in the other nest, possibly also from predation, with the third surviving chick continuing to be

monitored and thought to have successfully fledged. This was from the same nest in the Rainbow Conservation Area in which three

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chicks were produced this breeding season.

DOC staff named the surviving chick Morehu, meaning survivor in Maori. She

has been seen in the Nelson Lakes area in recent months.

People are asked to report sightings of banded kea and other

kea to a kea database https://keadatabase. nz/to help build a picture of kea numbers in areas and kea movements.

Two kea chicks outside their nest in the Rainbow Conservation Area. Motion sensor cameras outside monitored nests capture images of kea and any predator activity at the nest.

Impressive medal haul for Anchorage Family Estate at NZIWS

“We had nothing to lose so decided to go for it,” says Chris Drummond of the decision to enter their 2021 Anchorage Family Estates wines into the New Zealand International Wine Show (NZIWS).

Up against entries from across New Zealand as well as Australia, USA, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Argentina, Chile, Germany and Georgia, Chris and his team scooped six medals, including an impressive three golds with one a ‘Double Gold’.

“We are rapt with our results, this is our first-ever Double Gold medal. I honestly couldn’t believe it, I really couldn’t!”

To be awarded a

NZIWS Double Gold medal, the wine is required to receive ‘unanimous gold medal scores’ from the Chief Judge, the three assistant Chief Judges, and the three-person Senior Judging team. After a delay of six months due to Covid, judging was finally completed with the competition receiving 1780 entries, and judges noting the excellent quality of the wines, combined with a series of top vintages. The NZIWS is the largest wine competition held in New Zealand and welcomes entries from any country and wine made from any grape variety.

It was the Anchorage Family

Estate Pinot Gris 2021 to bring home the Double Gold while the Anchorage Florals Pinot Gris 2021 and Anchorage Florals Sauvignon Blanc 2021 both secured golds.

“Twenty-twenty-one was a good growing year. The wines looked good in the tank and the bottle,” says Chris.

But while Chris had thought the double gold medal winning Pinot Gris was ‘too sweet’, his winemaker Tony Southgate was ‘sold on it’.

“Well obviously Tony was right, so I had to eat my words.”

It was together with Tony the 20-year winery made the decision in 2020 to halve their holdings and focus

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on quality, and it’s a move they intend to continue.

“Winning these medals is definitely something we’ve worked towards. It’s all part of going forward and maintaining an upward trajectory during these times,” says Tony. “This success is great for the region as a whole.”

Employing anywhere from 5-15 locals depending on the time of year, the Estate exports wines across the globe including America, Japan and Europe with up until recent events, the Ukraine being one of their biggest markets.

“We’re so pleased with our success and look forward to bringing people more award winning wines.”

Anchorage Family Estate’s chief winemaker Tony Southgate with general manager Chris Drummond.

The Drummond family planted their first vines in the spring of 2000.

High-flying whio take off to wild places

Project Janszoon’s whio/blue duck reintroduction programme is pushing deeper into Abel Tasman National Park, with the recent release of 10 young birds – six females and four males - at Evans Clearing and an inland site on the Falls River.

Because of the rugged terrain, the five ducklings going to the Falls River site were taken in crates on a longline by helicopter from Evans Clearing –the first time this mode of transport has been used to transport birds into the park’s interior. They were met there by DOC ranger John Henderson, who had walked more than four hours to reach the remote release site.

“The upper Falls River will provide good habitat for these birds with excellent food sources.

After the ducklings were released a wild whio was spotted downstream so we hope they will join up and settle in the area,” says John.

Project Janszoon

Director Bruce Vander Lee says the park’s interior will provide a pristine habitat for whio to establish.

“We have released them at more accessible sites in the past but this is the first time we’ve released whio this deep into the park.

It took some logistics to get them in there using the helicopter but all went well and we hope they will settle in. Our goal is to establish whio at all areas with prime habitat in the Abel Tasman.”

DOC’s Senior Biodiversity Ranger

Jim Livingstone says that as well as being remote, the release sites are well protected from predatory pests.

“These remote release sites sit in the middle of nearly 20,000 hectares of pest control carried out by Project Janszoon, DOC, Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust, and an Air New Zealand-supported biodiversity project. We are confident these whio will be safe and thrive in these areas.”

The whio ducklings

were bred from eggs collected in the Pearse River in the nearby Kahurangi National Park in spring 2021 and hatched and raised at the Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust in Christchurch.

This brings to 25 the number of whio released in the park since 2018, and this year we saw the first duckings born in the wild from these birds. There are plans to release a total of 50 birds.

Project Janszoon board member Aneika Young of Ngati Rarua and Te Atiawa descent flew into the Evans Clearing release site with the ducklings.

“For manawhenua iwi the opportunity to see taonga species like whio being released into remote pristine freshwater habitats of the Abel Tasman is a way in which we can breathe the mauri back into the Taiao,” says Aneika.

“We also take our kaitiaki role seriously, ensuring the health and wellbeing of whio is paramount

and the correct tikanga has taken place. The intense trapping network operating in the park enables

a safe haven for the whio to be released and ensures they can thrive.

gave me a sense of just how much work has gone into achieving this and it is a

those involved, manawhenua iwi, Project Janszoon and DOC particularly in the tenth

Project Janszoon Board Member Aneika Young and Director Bruce Vander Lee releasing whio at Evans Clearing.

In Phase 3 Rapid Antigen Tests - or RATs will be the predominant form of testing for COVID-19. Once you have taken the test you will need to record your results in your mycovidrecord. health.nz to make sure the right health and welfare services are made available for you.

Where you can get a Rapid Antigen Test.

1. Community testing centres - you can either pick up a test or take the test at the centre. Find the location and opening hours of your nearest testing centre at healthpoint.co.nz

2. Online ordering - You can now order RAT kits for home testing if you have symptoms or are a Household Contact. You can order for yourself or on behalf of someone else. You will need access to a mobile phone so you can validate your order visit requestrats.covid19.health.nz

3. Get a test from your doctor - Your doctor may offer COVID-19 tests. Call them to find out and follow their advice. GPs use RATs

tests as part of assessments for COVID-19 and may provide kits for the patient and household contacts for any future tests required. GPs are not a general pick up site.

Are RATs available at pharmacies on request? - Some pharmacies may offer supervised tests for the specific groups outlined above. Other pharmacies may sell RATs for those ineligible for free RATs. See the Healthpoint.co.nz for detail.

Are there any restrictions to the test?

- Yes, COVID-19 tests are free if it is part of the public health response.

That means if you:

• have symptoms

• are a Household Contact

• are a critical worker and need a test to go to work

• are part of the healthcare and emergency service workforce

• require a test for domestic travel or to attend court

• do a job where mandatory testing applies

• have been told to get one by a health professional.

What is the timeframe for RATs results -

Results are available in within approximately 20mins. Once you receive the result it is important to upload them to your ‘ MyCovidRecord ’ mycovidrecord.health.nz. This will initiate an online survey. Filling this in will help us ensure the right health and welfare services are made available to you during your isolation. If you need help you can call 0800 222 478.

Gabrielle Bell of Bell Stephenson Architects was initially a geologist, but with a desire to help people, a passion for design and aptitude in things technical she switched to architecture as it provided “a good combination of all three”.

Registering as an architect in 2005 she established Gabrielle Bell Architect and then in 2012 joined with Andrew Stephenson. They are now approaching their 10 year business anniversary this April. “We have good synergy that has worked well for both of us”, says Gabrielle.

Numerous buildings in the region have benefitted from the expertise of Bell Stephenson Architects and Gabrielle says she’s passionate about “making a difference”. “I really enjoy meeting people, surpassing their needs and improving their quality of life by designing quality living spaces and working environments”.

Gabrielle has just built her own small home and enjoyed the experience. “We had an awesome team who have created a fantastic result!”

This year’s International Women’s Day theme focuses on responses to climate change and the importance of women’s contributions. This lies at the heart of Ricarda Scherschel, the co-owner of Weka Peckers Recycling.

Ricarda says “Building a business that has a focus on saving our environment by recycling, reusing and repurposing is rewarding. Every day we can contribute to reducing waste and thereby reduce our impact on climate change. There is a lot we can do as individuals, but we have to allow for our mind set to change.”

With a background in tertiary education in Germany Ricarda is new to the world of business women in New Zealand and “it has been a hard learning curve and I continue to work on my skills”.

While she co-manages the business with her husband on eye-level she sometimes encounters gender bias when customers are referred to her as the decision-maker, but “More and more, I feel very respected by the community.”

The Crystal Shop has been an iconic destination for tourists and local for over 10 years. Buying the shop a couple of years ago was a dream come true for owner Julie Pickering. She was born in Motueka but grew up in Australia.

Returning home to New Zealand was a calling she couldn’t ignore. Originally she planned to stay for one year, or as she puts it ‘Four seasons in my Motherland,’ she has now been living here for over five years and loves Motueka.

“Owning the Crystal Shop is wonderful and I get to meet the most amazing and interesting people every day.”

Julie really enjoys buying new treasures for the shop and tries to stock items that you just don’t find anywhere else. There’s something for everyone and for every budget.

Come in and enjoy the good vibes and find a treasure for yourself or a loved one at the Crystal Shop in High Street.

This Internatioal Women’s Day, let’s ‘Break the Bias’ and recognise the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, to build a more sustainable future for all.

Advancing gender equality in the context of the climate crisis and disaster risk reduction is one of the greatest global challenges of the 21st century. The issues of climate change and sustainability have had and will continue to have, severe and lasting impacts on our environment, economic and social development. Those who are amongst the most vulnerable and marginalized experience the deepest impacts.

Women are increasingly being recognised as more vulnerable to climate change impacts than men, as they constitute the majority of the world’s poor and are more dependent on the natural resources which climate change threatens the most.

Climate change is a multiplier of pre-existing forms of vulnerabilities and inequalities, including gender inequalities, we cannot ignore the disproportionate effects.

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International Women’s Day

Tuesday 8th March 2022

Jenny Garrett OBE an award winning Career Coach, Leadership Trainer, Speaker and Author has put together a variety of ways to #breakthebias in the workplace and move towards a gender equal world that is free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination.

Let’s inspire more people to make (or keep making) the change and feel able to challenge bias when they experience it so that together we can more towards a more diverse, equitable and inclusive world, where difference is celebrated.

Flip it – Have you heard a woman being referred to as a ‘working Mum’? I am guessing the answer is yes, but how often do you hear men referred to as a ‘working Dad?’ If it can’t be flipped don’t say it. See @ManWhoHasItAll parody twitter account

to highlights the double standards and bias that exists in society

Listen – Ask women about their experience and obstacles they face and act on their recommendations

Flexibility – create the ability for ALL roles to be part time and role model it from the top

Start at home – who does the housework, the lion’s share of the caring and household admin? Have you got the balance right and what is this balance role modelling to others?

Promote women on the potential they show rather than track record, so they don’t have to prove themselves over and over again.

Create inclusive work environments where women don’t feel they must hide motherhood to be considered serious about their career.

Stop judging women leaders more harshly than male leaders. Termed the glass cliff women who manage to break through the glass ceiling to achieve senior leadership positions traditionally reserved for men (such as CEO or Chair of the Board) find themselves in a precarious position—women in leadership positions attract greater scrutiny and are judged more harshly on their performance compared with male peers and are more likely to be fired.

Be a pioneer. Just because a woman has never been in the role before doesn’t mean that it can’t be done

Stop stagnating women’s careers when they are parents, their contribution is valuable when they are parents and when they are not, nearly 2 in 5 mothers say having children had a negative impact on their career.

Don’t leave the office housework to women, such as admin tasks, making the tea, supporting colleagues, and if she does do these tasks, make sure that she gets credit for them.

Respect and appreciate difference, so that women don’t feel that they must adopt certain behaviours to succeed Believe them – if you dismiss a woman who says that she is experiencing bias in the workplace, you’ve missed an opportunity for change.

Spectrum Panel and Paint has been repairing vehicles in Motueka for more than 35 years. For the past 14 of those, the voice and face who would have greeted you is likely to have been Mandy SaundersLoder.

Mandy ensures that your experience with Spectrum is as seamless as possible. From organising your quote, ordering parts, arranging a timeslot for your job and preparing your invoice; Mandy can take care of it all. And with strengths in planning and organisation, time management and attention to detail, no task is beyond her.

Mandy’s wealth of experience and knowledge along with her sense of loyalty and reliability make her invaluable to the whole team. Her efficiency is second-to-none and we are thrilled to have this opportunity, on International Women’s Day, to acknowledge Mandy for her fantastic work at Spectrum and to remind Mandy how much the team appreciates her.

Chelsea Pannett has been a star on the rise at Milnes Beatson. She is now a Client Manager, overseeing a growing number of clients, with the support of 15 other women in the office (and a few blokes).

Chelsea has been with Milnes Beatson for 10 years this week and has been a Chartered Accountant for 7 years.

She does a fantastic job meeting the needs of her clients and her young family, with husband Henry doing as he is told most of the time. (Actually stay at home dad currently).

As well as the usual compliance stuff, Chelsea has a wealth of experience with business and farm accounting software, so she can give you good advice as to which product will best meet your needs. And just in case she is not the expert on your particular needs, one of the other 15 women in the office is sure to be.

Numerous small businesses start with a great idea and skills in a specific area, but struggle knowing their numbers.

Since 2012 Carla Jehle has worked directly with passionate business owners, offering holistic bookkeeping guidance and peace-of-mind, with a strong focus on crucial details and deadlines. Ten years on, Carla has developed into a competent, caring and trusted partner to small businesses in the Top of the South and beyond.

“If you have a simple tracking system set up, it doesn’t take much time to check your numbers and put aside tax. Reviewing monthly, you become familiar with your financial data, which helps you make strategic decisions more quickly and with confidence.”

At Sound Choice, business owners are supported to develop their financial literacy skills, improve their processes and free up time to build better businesses.

If you want to review your bookkeeping or outsource financial tasks get in touch with Carla today, or head to her website www.soundchoice.nz

where focus goes.’

International Women’s Day

Tuesday 8th March 2022

Imagine a gender equal world.

A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women’s equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.

Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions - all day, every day. We can break the bias in our communities. We can break the bias in our workplaces.

We can break the bias in our schools, colleges and universities.

Together, we can allbreak the bias- on International Women’s Day and beyond.

Whether deliberate or unconscious, bias makes it difficult for women to move ahead. Knowing that bias exists isn’t enough, action is needed to level the playing field. Are you in? Will you actively call out gender bias, discrimination and stereotyping each time you see it?

Will you help break the bias? Cross your arms to show solidarity.

Strike the IWD 2022 pose and share your #BreakTheBias image, video, resources, presentation or articles on social media using #IWD2022 #BreakTheBias to encourage further people to commit to helping forge an inclusive world.

If you have been to Hi Motueka you will know Jenny, she is an amazing woman with a genuine warmth for Motueka.

Hi Motueka is your local one stop shop right here in High St. They specialising in quality giftware, household items, cosmetics, art supplies and so much more.

In fact Hi Motueka always seems to stock just what you are looking for and are Motueka’s leading emporium of treasures and practical items.

Not only does Jenny run this popular retail store alongside her husband she is also actively involved in our wider community. For the last three years Jenny has been running the Korean Association for Nelson Tasman, organising events and support to help bridge the gap of multi culturalism.

Hi Motueka are proud to support International Women’s Day and would like to thank the women in our community for continuing to support one another.

If you’ve been to the Lower Moutere Store you would have met the amazing Tania who helps run the iconic store assisted by Shinade, Emma, Jodi Phoenix and Joni. These ladies have personality plus, you can be sure of a smile a giggle and a friendly word when they look after you.

Along with some of the best baked goods and meat in the region the Lower Moutere Store offer a number of other essential items from NPD fuel to gas bottles refills, grocery items to fish bait and of course a thirst quenching range of beverages and mouth-watering ice-creams.

This International Women’s Day, Lower Moutere Store owners, Tania and her husband Mike would like to thank all of the women in their lives, customers and staff, both past and present for the positive impact they had on their lives and the community as a whole.

International Women’s Day, allows us an opportunity to honour the women who have supported the growth of our team and our multi-faceted business.

We have a dynamic group of women in our team, from our general manager through to our team of housekeepers.

Some of the most impactful contributions in our business come from the women in our business. Their strength, integrity and natural communication abilities are elements truly valued by all of the Beached Whale and Kaiteriteri Lodge teams.

International Women’s Day

Tuesday 8th March 2022

There are two warm friendly faces in the office of Auto Super Shoppe, Motueka. Introducing Rebecca (Becs), Business “Operations Manager” and welcome back Billie, “Office Administrator”. Behind every successful business are the people that make the business so efficient. In this case, Becs and Billie.

Becs handles the daily running of the business and business decision making, whilst Billie enables the office administration to run so smoothly. Becs has been the marketing “brains” behind the business, having already won a National Marketing award for her advertising strategies. Many may remember the “Arkwright” add spoof and still have a chuckle around the similarities to our staff members.

Billie returns to our fold, having been previously involved in the business under the then profile of Pioneer Motors and should be well recognised from her input then. For a friendly warm welcome and prompt efficient service, give them a call.

“Jewellery never makes your bum look big!” Gabriella from Tasman Bay Jewellers says with a wide smile. She is a talented businesswoman with an excellent sense of humour who knows her jewels.

“I can help you design your own jewellery, I’m into keeping the aroha,” she explains. “A good piece of jewellery is an investment that will give you joy every time you look at it.”

As we get older our hand and fingers change. We can make rings, especially for these changes so they can be put on and taken off without causing pain. This is important for those suffering from arthritis, who may have difficulty in wearing rings. Do go in and see Gabriella and she will work through it with you. Gabriella also does valuations of precious pieces along with remodelling and a check and clean service.

Drop into Tasman Bay Jewellers in High Street and say hi, Gabriella is passionate about what she does and her positive outlook will brighten up your day.

Shirley McGuire is the co-owner of Green World Health & Lifestyle Health Shop. The only independent Health Hub in Motueka.

Shirley brings a wealth of experience to the Business as a mother, wife and grandmother and possesses a unique skill to assist anyone who walks in the door no matter what the health problem. Shirley prides herself on her understanding compassion and desire to assist people with their health questions.

She says her role is to empower people so that they may be more able to understand their bodies and then pursue good and lasting health. Her client base is huge and the people who come from all over New Zealand to see her is a testament to her growing reputation and expertise.

She does hours of research so that she can advise and help implement an individualized health regime that will enable clients to grow their health knowledge. This is so relevant presently as the pandemic has shown that correct natural health measures are the best and longest lasting with no nasty side effects.

At Master Valet they take environmental awareness and sustainability very seriously — from their electric van, to reducing plastic usage. (Master Valet are in the process of converting completely to compostable plastic.)

Already they have implemented water saving measures – like cooling uncontaminated water from our dry cleaning machines and recycling them for use in their washing machines.

Master Valet operate in such a way that minimises their use of energy. All their steam pipes are lagged (insulated) – and Master Valet have a brilliant hot water recovery system used in the washing process. They know everyone wants to do all they can to live and work sustainably, and we are proud to offer you services that keep that in mind – and action!

Motueka i-SITE located at 20 Wallace St are your local Master Valet agents, where you can drop off and collect your dry cleaning to help make your life easier.

All Inclusive Sunday Football League created for this season

Motueka Bridge

Monday Night- Motueka Handicap 1

Open Results

Chris Sutton & Kathryn Brookes

2nd Jana Bott & Ashley Mooney

3rd Carol Gatenby & Julia Armstrong

East/West 1st Mary Hamilton & Lorraine McArthur 62.08% 2nd Vivienne Fox & Tom Fox

3rd Mary McCallum & Bet Glengarry

Handicap Results North/South

1st Chris Sutton & Kathryn Brookes 62.41% 2nd Jana Bott & Ashley Mooney

3rd June Tippett & Marjorie Boult

East/West

1st Vivienne Fox & Tom Fox

Registrations are now open for a Sunday football league. The Nelson Tasman Sunday United Football League has been formed in response to the nationwide Covid restrictions for all players over 12 years and 3 months of age, which allows all players regardless of vaccine status to play football. League spokesperson, Craig Smith, says regardless of what happens with the mandates, if

there is the support and enthusiasm for the league, Sunday football will be here for many seasons.

“This is football for all. A non-discriminating event for any person, child and adults of any level, to play sport. And whatever it develops into after that is great. I don’t see it as a short term thing in my view, regardless of whatever mandates are removed. I see this as an exciting opportunity for the roots

of Sunday League Football.”

Craig says the generosity of sponsors has allowed the Sunday league to keep costs to a minimum. “Depending on the registration numbers this is looking like a low cost, if not free season.”

Under Government guidelines, students have been allowed to play sports at school which has resulted in an inconsistency with decisions made by

NBS Motueka Golf

Well 37 was the number of the day for the men’s Stableford competition. The three Division One winners, Mark Morris, Stu Dixon and Daryl Graham all scored 37 along with the winner of the B Grade, Peter Taylor!

2nd and 3rd in the B Grade, Kevin Beach and Bryan McKay both having scored 35.

There were only two two’s on the day scored by Mike Hay and Craig Marshall.

Nett Eagles was won by Shirlene Miller and Lloyd Goodall.

Lower Moutere Closest to the Pins was won by June Patching and Barry Walker. Bay Pharmacy

Hidden Hole winners were Joyce Bullock, Stu Dixon and Bernie Hedges.

The ladies also played a Stableford.

This was won by Betsy Hill with 38 points, the highest score in the field.

2nd Joyce Bullock 36

3rd Jan Overall 35

The Tuesday Ladies played a form of Stableford. This was won by Kerry McConchie with a score of 61.

2nd Robyn Hawker 53

3rd Sandra Ilton 51

The Nine Holers played a 3 ball best

ball event.

1st Caroline Fitzgerald, Faith Jackson and Dottie Holgarth 25

2nd Trish HarrisVirgin, Colleen Irwin and Helen Hughey 23

On Thursday the ladies played a new event, the Bev Bradley Memorial Challenge. Bev was a very keen 9 hole player and the event, played in her honour, was individual match-play with the nine holers playing the eighteen holers. It was appropriate that the nine holers triumphed five games to four with three matches drawn. We are sure Bev would have been very pleased!

clubs across all sporting codes, including football, where people without vaccine passes are prevented from playing club football.

Until recently, Craig was vice president of the FC Nelson Committee. He says a number of parents and senior players have been instrumental in setting up the Sunday league to provide an opportunity for everyone to play the game. Craig says the league is ‘all inclusive’ and any-

one is welcome to join the league, regardless of vaccine status. The club will adhere to all Government guidelines under the Covid restrictions, with health and safety procedures in place. Games will be held in Nelson, Motueka and Golden Bay.

Welcome games will be held on 3 and 10 April with the season officially beginning on Sunday, 1 May. To register go to www.ntsfl.nz, email queries to: Nelsontasman. football@gmail.com

2nd Mary Hamilton & Lorraine McArthur

3rd Mary McCallum & Bet Glengarry

Tuesday Night - Junior Kaiteriteri Handicap 3

Open Results

1st Caroline Fitzgerald & Jane Zealand 65.48%

2nd Ron Tippett & Maxine Carrington 53.57%

3rd Anthony Clarke & Faith Jackson 52.98%

Handicap Results

1st Caroline Fitzgerald & Jane Zealand 73.48%

2nd Ron Tippett & Maxine Carrington

3rd Sue Fairweather & Barbara Clark

Motueka Bowling Club

Results of the Motueka Bowling Club’s Open Triples Tournament held on Saturday, 5 March 2022.

The tournament was generously sponsored by Talley’s Group Motueka. Once again Covid seems to have kept people at home as the number of entries was well down from normal.

Results:

1st Wayne Tibble, Sam Woods, Colin Fickling, from

the Motueka club with 4 wins, 26 ends, 48 points

2nd Allan Griffith, Mike Carter, Lindsay Brooks from the Stoke Club with 3 wins, 224 ends, 61 points

3rd Peter Cromwell, Steve Fergusson, Olive Fergusson from the Motueka club with 3 wins, 22 ends, 45 points

Many thanks to Talley’s for supporting the Motueka Bowling Club.

A GODZone team takes on the main divide. Read about Team Motueka currently conquering this epic course on page 24.

CLASSIFIEDS 03 528 2088

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. Notices for businesses and organisations who charge for courses or events cost $12.50+gst. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices. We regret if your community notice ad has not made this week’s column, it is due to the popularity of this column and inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

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.

BETTER BREATHERSCLASSMOTUEKA is bck on!

Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Wharf Road, Mondays at 11.30am – 12.30pm. $5 per class. Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly for more information phone Heather 027 444 4708

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

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

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

DEVELOP A PEACEFULMIND Meditation class offered by a highly trained Tibetan monk, followed by a delicious, free vegetarian lunch. All welcome! Every Sunday 10am at Chandrakirti Meditation Centre – 289 Sunrise Valley Rd, Upper Moutere

GREYPOWERMOTUEKA 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

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

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.

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

MOT UEK A 50+ WA LKING G ROUP www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursday - meet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Road. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@ gmail.com

MOTUEKA COASTAL 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 HEART SUPPORT Our next meeting is on Wednesday 16th March at 10:30am at Elevation Cafe. We are a small social group who support others that have had a heart event. All welcome. Janet 528 9442.

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 5284355

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Want to do some woodwork but have no tools? Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9-12pm

MOTUEKA SENIORNET Seniornet members have one on one help sessions with their computers etc. To join Seniornet Motueka, Phone Kay on 021 109 5902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson. Contact Rachel on 022 6822 373 to book a ride, 24hrs notice required / mapuawheels@gmail.com

NELSON RAILWAY at Founders Park. We regret that our train and railcar will not be running until further notice, due to the Covid spread in Nelson. Follow updates on facebook.

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

RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

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

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

THE DOCTORS MOTUEKA WALKINGGROUP

Meeting on Fridays at 10AM 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

WALK 4 HEALTH MOTUEKA Every Wednesday 10.00am, at Community gardens, 30 minute walk at your own pace, for any age, any fitness adn size. Contact 027 930 5310 or wellontrack@gmail.com

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).

arborist

A LL T REE C A RE Pruning, Trimming, Removal, Chipping, Hedge trimming. Professional insured Arborists. Ph: Al 0277 808 344 (AH) 03 5278 426

carpet cleaning

TASMAN CARPET CLEANING

•Great service

•Eco-friendly

•Great value

For a free quote ring Greg 0274 300 626

chimney sweep

CHIMNEY SWEEP

Booking, quote or query Phone Steve 021 081 01146

dentures

N EW DEN T URES, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

death notice

PRICE

Chrissy

Janet Richie passed away peacefully in Motueka on 1 March 2022, aged 90. Beloved wife of the late Graham; cherished Mum of Jennifer and Steven, Stephen and Jill, Andrew and Gabriel, and Cameron and Danielle; treasured ‘Grandma Janet’ of all her grand children, step grand children, and great grand children. The Mass to celebrate Janet’s life will be held at the St Peter Chanel Catholic Church, 423 High Street, Motueka on the 11th of March at 11AM. In accordance with current COVID-19 requirements vaccine passes will be required for the service. The funeral service will be live streamed for those unable to attend. For details please contact support@gbmfs.co.nz

Golden Bay Funeral Directors

www.gbmfs.co.nz

in

BRITTLIFF

Chrissy

Passed 9-3-2021

What a journey have had mate, wouldn’t have missed the ride. Cheers.

Miss you heaps. Jens & Bernsy x x

garage sale

43 T REW AVA S STREET Bargains galore all sorts. Drawers, Queen Bed, winter clothes. Saturday 8-3pm 12 March.

statecinemamotueka.co.nz

for sale

ANTIQUES collectables, paintings etc. Recent estate lots arrived. Huge range in 6 rooms to browse. SellBuy-Value. Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd, Richmond. Ph 544 0723 Open 6 days. www. antiquesnewzealand. co.nz

DRY FIREWOOD for sale 3m3 Trailer load. Free delivery in Motueka. Ph. 021 228 5025

FURNI T URE Great selection. All sorts, sizes & made to last. At Souchebys 75 Gladtsone Rd Richmond.

TOYS all sorts, makes, sizes inc large railway/ trainsets private collection just arrived @ Souchebys 75 Gladstone Rd SH6 Richmond

funerals

ARANUI RD MAPUA Workshop, tools, bench, cupboards etc. Misc house, old furniture, filing cabinet. 61 TUDOR STREET Huge Garage Sale. Friday 11th 9:00am. Lots of homewares, kitchenware clothing etc.

stamp collectors

STAMP AND COINS

COLLEC T IONS Do something with your old stamps and coins collections - advice and purchases Nick 021 688 243

storage

STOR A GE 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.

trades

TA SMAN B LASTING SERVICES See website for details: www. tasmansodablasting. co.nzor email office@ tasmansodablasting. co.nz Ph. 022 528 8159

wanted to buy

CASH PAIDFOR

OLD WRISTWATCHES

SCRAP GOLD & SILVER

OLD COINS & JEWELLERY

VINTAGE / QUALITY

TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS

wanted

rent

LONG T ERM

REN TA L for father and son. 2 bedroom. Motueka/Riwaka area.

References Ph Jon 022 642 7519

GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS

COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING

PH TIM GLADSTONE

T&B VINTAGE

0800653935 OR 5485235

dentures

PERMANENT LEADING HAND

funerals

Ph 03 541 0820 / 021 120 1314 5 Talbot Street, Richmond www.sdfunerals.nz

situations vacant public notice

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR Start asap

Attention to detail and accuracy

Great team to work with Fulltime 40hrs/week

Great Rate

Contact Emma 027 314 9010

Brooklyn School

are seeking a new School Secretary

We are looking for a secretary to join our Brooklyn Team. The successful candidate will support the day to day running of the school o ce in a friendly and e cient manner. It is a diverse role demanding the ability to work with students, teachers and families. A Team player and sense of humour are vital ingredients!

We have a permanent full time Leading Hand role based in Riwaka, Motueka. You will ideally have proven experience in many aspects of orchard operations, knowledge of machinery maintenance and repair & able to work exible hours as the season’s demands change.

Must have clean full driver’s license, be able to pass pre-employment drug test, criminal check, and have a vaccine pass.

Please apply via email to rachel.cederman@tandg.global or alternatively phone 03 528 8959 MondayThursday 9am- 3pm

Field Quality Auditor (QA) Seasonal employment opportunity

Invite Grandparents and Kin to a discussion with Linda Glew of Bravehearts. Bravehearts support families who have loved ones with substance addictions.

THURSDAY 17th MARCH

Experience working with a school Student Management System and ENROL are preferable. Each day is di erent and never dull! Our administration team is valued by our school and our community as they are the rst point of contact. Clear, accurate and con dential communication is essential as well as the ability to be adaptable and have genuine empathy for supporting students. This position will take e ect at the beginning of Term 2 – 2nd May, however onsite orientation will be required during the latter stages of this rst school term.

Please contact the School Principal Chris Kemp for further details.

Phone: 02825802264

Email: principal@brooklyn.school.nz

Rod Fry Ltd Swamp Road Riwaka

Rod Fry Ltd is seeking Kiwifruit Packing and Picking Sta . Rod Fry Ltd is a small friendly, family run Orchard and Packhouse in Riwaka. Bring a work buddy and split the days and or hours between you. School Hours available. General hours of work are 7.30 to 4.30 Monday to Saturday. Starting Early April going through to late May

Please contact Selena Fry 0274 305 666

SUNDAY 27th March 12pm

Nau mai haere mai ki to tatou nei

Hui-a-Tau ki Richmond Town Hall

9 Cambridge Street Richmond

We have a great opportunity for a Field Quality Auditor to join our team in Riwaka. This is a seasonal role commencing asap & nishing late April, however further employment may be o ered to the right applicant. This role involves monitoring of fruit as it is being harvested, documenting the results and reporting directly to management. The main focus of this role is to provide highly accurate data in an appropriate time frame.

We are looking for a candidate with the following skillset:

• cellent communication skills

• bility to follow instructions and work unsupervised

• Good time management

• ccuracy with numbers and attention to detail

• Driver s licence

• Good eyesight

• ll candidates must be able to meet our pre-employment requirements including passing a drug test and criminal check

• accine pass re uired

Hours of work:

In the peak of our harvest season (March – April) the successful candidate must be available to work

5-6 days a week Monday-Saturday from 7.30-3.00pm.

Please apply via email to rachel.cederman@tandg.global or alternatively phone 03 528 8959 Monday - Thursday 9am- 3pm

Notice to all Advertisers:

Are needing packers and some graders for the upcoming Harvest.

Starting beginning of March through to early June, 5 days a week 8 to 4.30 plus additional night shifts for those who want it with the night shift 5 nights a week 5 pm to 9pm.

Start rate $22.50 looking for reliable workers to be part of our small family shed.

Please contact Melissa on 0212376433 for any enquiries.

By placing your advertisement you agree with the terms and conditions of the Motueka Golden Bay Guardian Ltd. Namely, payment by the 20th of the following month, or in the event of non-payment, the recovery of any debt and its costs will be charged to the customer. This includes all costs and commissions paid to a debt recovery service.

Should you require any further information please phone the newspaper on 03 528 2088.

NEWSLINE UPDATES

Covid restrictions in Tasman

Get the latest information about Council services and facilities under the Covid-19 Protection Framework (traffic light system) on our website, tasman.govt.nz.

Future Development Strategy consultation goes online

Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council are working on a joint 2022 Future Development Strategy (FDS).

The FDS is a strategic plan that covers residential and business potential sites within the Nelson and Tasman regions over the next 30 years. The strategy looks at how and where we can create more capacity for development (for housing and business) and identifies the infrastructure required to support it. The FDS does not rezone the land, but it informs our Resource Management Plans. The FDS will influence all of our futures, where we will be able to live, the availability of housing and the types of housing we, our children and grandchildren will be able to live in.

To ensure any business or residential growth occurs in a way that best benefits those who live here now and over the next 30 years we need your input.

Significant ramifications for Tasman from new government drinking water rules

This year, our community’s water supplies will become subject to greater scrutiny and will need to meet higher standards for safety and environmental stewardship.

The new Government water services regulator

Taumata Arowai is charged with making sure all drinking water supplies meet the new requirements and will have some strong enforcement powers to ensure councils and private water providers comply.

Taumata Arowai and the Water Services Act 2021 are a direct result of the Havelock North drinking water crisis in 2016, when an outbreak of gastroenteritis because of contaminated drinking water saw 5,000 people fall sick.

There will be implications for us as a Council, including increased costs, but there will also be significant ramifications for many members of our community with private water supplies. The new rules apply to any water scheme that supplies more than one household – affecting anyone with a bore or storage tanks that even one or two neighbours also draw water from.

This could include the likes of farms supplying water to worker accommodation. However, it doesn’t apply to properties that have a private water supply solely for the use of a single household.

Taumata Arowai is currently seeking public feedback on several aspects of the regulations until 28 March.

It is extremely important that everyone on a private water supply in Tasman is aware of the implications. Further information is available at www.taumataarowai.govt.nz

Waters webinar

As this will have an impact on many Tasman residents, we are holding an information webinar to help raise awareness of this national consultation and encourage people to offer their feedback to Taumata Arowai. The webinar will be on Wednesday 16 March at 6.30 pm.

Please visit our website for the webinar link, tasman.govt.nz.

New Motueka Library set to open soon

The brand new Motueka Library is just days away from its grand opening, with the Wallace Street facility set to welcome the public from 9.30 am on Saturday 19 March.

The handover of the 1,100 square metre building –a $5 million project – at Deck’s Reserve took place in December and final touches and fitout have been taking place in recent weeks.

Public consultation will run from 14 March 2022 to 5.00 pm 14 April 2022.

A draft summary consultation document will be made available to the public online, at libraries and service centres. This will provide an overview of the proposed strategy, as well as submission forms to provide feedback for consideration. The complete Statement of Proposal will be available to the public online.

To keep everyone safe while New Zealand remains at Red on the Covid Protection Framework, inperson community consultation events will not take place. Instead, we have a comprehensive online consultation programme, including a series of 16 community-focused, stakeholder and general webinars open to everyone. Our website will also include a pod cast on the FDS and an animation. For more information, visit tasman.govt.nz/fds.

Engagement on the way for growth plan changes

We are also working on a plan change to rezone land for housing in Murchison, Brightwater and Wakefield and to enable higher densities on residentially zoned land in Māpua and Motueka.

A plan change is normally the next step in the process following the adoption of the FDS. However, in this case the FDS and the plan change to rezone land are working concurrently to enable Tasman to meet its growing demand for housing.

We expect Tasman to remain a desirable area to live in the future. As we prepare to meet this potential demand, we want to have your input into how we can best accommodate the expected growth in our region and the proposed plan change areas and rules. The plan change will go through a formal process of notification, submissions, hearings and decision making. This consultation will run at the same time as the FDS consultation, from 14 March 2022 through to 14 April 2022. Visit our website for more information, tasman.govt.nz, search ‘growth plan changes’.

The library features a community room catering for up to 50 people. The space is equipped with presentation and video conferencing technology for community meetings, events and workshops. Solar panels have been installed to create sustainable power.

“The team are so excited about the new library, and we can’t wait to deliver our services here and welcome the community,” Motueka Branch Librarian Janine Gillions said.

Please note that under the Covid Protection Framework Red setting, we’ll need to limit the number of people who can be in the library at the same time.

People may need to wait to come into the library. However, we’ll be celebrating the library’s opening all week, so there’ll be plenty of opportunities to see the new setup in its first few days.

Pah Street Library

Our former library premises on Pah Street closed on Saturday 5 March. The after-hours returns bin is also closed, so no returns can be accepted until the new library opens. However, no books will fall due during this time.

COUNCIL HUI

Under Covid-19 restrictions, meetings will take place via Zoom video conferencing. Public forum presenters are required to present via Zoom. Visit tasman.govt.nz/meetings-calendar for details and the Zoom link.

Full Council

Thursday 10 March, 9.30 am

Nelson Regional Sewerage Business Unit

Friday 11 March, 9.30 am

Golden Bay Community Board

Tuesday 15 March, 9.30 am

Motueka Community Board

Tuesday 15 March, 4.00 pm

Audit and Risk Committee

Thursday 17 March, 1.30 pm. No public forum

Team Motueka tackling epic GODZone course

It’s going to be “one heck of a journey” GODZone race director Warren Bates says of the tenth chapter of the world’s largest expedition adventure race.

The West Coast’s stunning Jackson Bay was the start line last Friday, 4 March for 64 Pure teams who set off in four separate waves from the pier in packrafts.

“The sea was unreal, and it was just amazing to watch the teams paddle out and disappear around the coastline into that magnificent wilderness area – it’s like nowhere else in New Zealand because it is just so remote,” says Warren. “I think quite a few competitors were rightly nervous, and all the teams are acutely aware that this 710km course is significantly long and tough.”

The teams were enroute to TA3 in Glenorchy, where they’d see their support crews for the first time.

Team Motueka, led by local Brent

Steinmetz, together with the other teams, less those who have been forced to pull out by injury, will cover 710km over ten varied stages, which will see them ascend more than 11,000m during the race. They’re

also destined to cover 218km pack-rafting and trekking, 379km of mountain biking, 38km of kayaking and 75km of straight trekking over two stages.

“GODZone for me is the pinnacle event on the calendar. It’s the

ultimate test of mental and physical. However the road to get here has not been easy this year, but I’m looking forward to putting everything in to get a good result,” says Brent. “Bring on the adventure!”

Brent, a six-year GODZone veteran, is joined by Weston Hill, Tom Spencer and Emma McCosh.

“As a whole, the team is looking strong with a nice mix of youth and experience and I’m excited to see

how we perform,” says Brent.

Renowned as one of the toughest events to complete anywhere in the world, at the time of going to press Team Motueka was ranked an impressive 12th place, with 24 teams

having either withdrawn or continuing unranked.

There are eight significant transition areas and a small number of remote ones where teams cannot see their support crews and must be self-sufficient. Warren says the highlight of the gruelling course will be the incredible variety of terrain and environments on offer.

“Teams will experience the rugged West Coast, forested lakes and rivers, rainforest, high alpine passes, glacial rivers, high mountain beech forest, open mountain travel, tussock and grassland, unique wetlands, gorges, sandy beaches and some excellent Kiwi historical infrastructure along the way.

To finish the full course at Chapter 10 will be a huge achievement and testament to those that have put the dedication and training in,” says Warren.

“This is a big race and a fitting scenario of this 10th-anniversary edition of GODZone.”

Team Motueka, from left; Brent Steinmetz, Tom Spencer, Weston Hill and Emma McCosh.