Marlborough Weekly 15 December 2020 by Top South Media

Tuesday 15 December 2020

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Search for superheroes Staffing delay hit patients Cancer Society Marlborough manager Fliss Spencer and Relay For Life Event Coordinator Deedee Bancroft Wickens. Read the story on page 4. Photo: Matt Brown.

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People with drug and alcohol addictions were waiting more than six weeks for help after a

delay in filling a crucial staff vacancy. Marlborough patients are waiting almost two months as staff shortages slow access to addiction services. Nelson Marlborough Health

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Addictions Service in Blenheim had been struggling to keep up with demand after a drawn-out recruitment process. A new clinical nurse specialist has now been redeployed from Nelson to develop a withdrawal

management service for Wairau Hospital. The new appointment was made on 28 September, four months after management responded to questions from the Marlborough Weekly in May saying a

new detox nurse had been employed. General Manager Mental Health, Addictions and Disability Support Services Jane Kinsey

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says the appointment means there are no current vacancies in the department. “The clinical nurse specialist will develop a withdrawal management service for Wairau, and also see clients. “The Wairau service will be modelled on what we are doing in Nelson where withdrawal management is now a component of all addiction nursing roles. “We currently have no vacancies in the Marlborough addictions team.” But New Zealand Public Service Association organiser Mike Cunliffe says staffing levels remain a concern. “The PSA is concerned that there has been staff shortages at the Wairau AOD Service and the

General Manager Mental Health, Addictions and Disability Support Services Jane Kinsey. File photo. PSA has further concerns as to the extra employer expectations that creates for existing staff.” The addiction team includes an Addiction Medical Specialist based in Blenheim working the full time equivalent (FTE) of 16 hours a week, a Medical Officer doing 0.2 FTE and an FTE Sen-

ior Medical Officer consultant psychiatrist. But the psychiatrist is on long term leave and due back at work next year. “We currently have 1 FTE SMO consultant on long term leave – expected back next year. This person does one day a week in

Marlborough,” says Jane. The Psychiatric Registrar works on rotation through the Addiction Service in Nelson who also covers rural areas in Nelson Tasman. The regional service has facilities in Blenheim, Nelson and Golden Bay and, among other tasks, helps with community detox, screening and intervention for patients admitted to Wairau Hospital. Staff can also refer people for in patient care and assist with an opioid substitution treatment plan. Last figures available from July showed there were 24 people on the waitlist in Blenheim, an increase of 10 from May. The average wait time to be seen in Blenheim was 44 days, compared to a wait time of 26 days in Nelson.

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Childcare hub nears goal Matt Brown Reporter

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A long-held dream of an earthquake safe childcare centre in Awatere could soon be reality following a huge $1.6 million dollar grant. For 10 years, the Awatere Early Childhood Education (ECE) Community Trust members have worked hard towards making sure local children have somewhere safe to play and learn, raising $1.9 million. Now the huge funds boost means the team are much closer to seeing the $2.4 million childhood hub open its doors, with building slated to start in February. ECE hub trust chair Phil Muir says the community’s commitment to the cause impressed the lottery grant board. “They’ve been really impressed with how the community has worked together,” he says. Following the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Kaikōura and South Marlborough, the buildings serving the communities youngest members, the Awatere Playcentre, Plunket and the Awatere Early Learning Centre were badly damaged. The community banded together planning to create a multi-purpose hub to rehome the vital services that provide for the diverse

Awatere Early Childhood Education (ECE) Community Trust members were happy to add stickers to their funding goal billboard in Seddon on Thursday. Photo: Matt Brown. needs of children in the community. Prior to the earthquake, people had been raising funds to bring the buildings up to code. “[The hub] is a key piece of infrastructure, like the hall and the school, that we need to provide for a growing community,” Phil says. “It enables mum and dad to be in the workforce. It’s a cornerstone

of the community rebuild after the earthquake. “We’re 90 per cent there, which is awesome.” Phil says they have to muster up the other ten per cent by March. “We’re not there yet, but we’re very close.” ECE hub finance and community manager Neville White says he was blown away by the community’s support of a recent fund-

raising dinner. “It was so successful we’re having another next year during the build,” Neville says. “That raised around $30,000 through a combination of raffles, auction items and donations.” Phil says given the year with Covid-19, people enjoyed getting out, having fun and being around people. “It demonstrates the support of

the community. It’s fantastic,” Neville says. “Everyone has contributed in small and large ways,” says Phil. “The hub is cementing it all together – and it’s a silver lining from the earthquake. It helps the community move forward.” To learn more, to donate or to become a foundation member, visit https:// shakingchangeforgood.com

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Volunteer Maria helped lend a hand at the free raffle. Photo: Supplied.

Raffle a winning move A free raffle has successfully helped highlight the assistance available in Marlborough for people who may need advice Marlborough Citizens Advice ran a very successful free Christmas raffle at Blenheim Countdown last Tuesday which stopped shoppers in their tracks. Raffle organisers say many people were very sceptical of anything free but were delighted with the chance to enter. Tiffany Cross says the move was a way to help highlight that Citizens Advice offers a free service. “We were entirely genuine with no catches other than the opportunity to use our services for free if they ever need any help. “A special thank you to all the volunteers who did the promotion on the day but also grateful thanks to all that contributed to the gift baskets.” The lucky winners were First Prize draw - ticket 106, Maia Brew and 2nd Prize draw - ticket 180, Tracey Jones.

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Cancer Society Marlborough’s biggest fundraiser is set to be bigger and brighter than ever before. Relay For Life is moving to Marlborough’s A&P Showgrounds and switching to a Friday night in a bid to make the event more accessible to all. Organisers hope the move will bring the community together and help them reach their $100,000 fundraising target. The charity’s most crucial fundraiser celebrates with cancer survivors and remembers loved ones lost. Relay For Life Event Coordinator Deedee Bancroft Wickens says the biennial event is a great way for the community to come together and fight back against cancer. “Following feedback from past years, we are going to a Friday overnight format so people have Sunday to recover and spend with their families. “It’s a time to come together, to celebrate and reflect.” Teams set up camp and take turns relay style walking/ running around a track for 12 hours. Next year’s relay will take place on Friday 19th March

Cancer Society Marlborough manager Fliss Spencer and Relay For Life Event Coordinator Deedee Bancroft Wickens. Photo: Matt Brown. and registrations are now open. Registration includes overnight camping, complimentary breakfast on Saturday, live entertainment and eligibility for spot prizes on event day. Deedee says next year’s fundraiser is all about community engagement. “Cancer doesn’t discriminate, it’s right across our community and Relay provides the forum for people to recognise this, engage in the poignant parts of the event and celebrate with family and friends.”

Alongside the community camaraderie, there will be live music, entertainment, activities and the Kete Kai Street market. People not taking part in the Relay itself can come along, support local stall holders and purchase the remembrance candle bags to remember loved ones, Deedee says. “It’s about having a fun and vibrant night for the community, while supporting a great and needed cause.” The more teams that register and fundraise, the more money the Society gets in

donations. Funds are crucial to help ensure staff and volunteers can continue to provide vital, free support services and information for people going through cancer in Marlborough. “Whether you are a cancer survivor, carer, supporter or simply wanting to make a difference, Relay For Life can empowers everyone involved.” For further information and to register your team of 10 family, friends or colleagues visit https://marlborough.relayforlife.org.nz/

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Vehicle beach ban in Marlborough gets the go-ahead from councillors Chloe Ranford Local Democracy Reporter Marlborough District Council has green-lighted plans to ban vehicles, including quad bikes, along a stretch of Marlborough’s east coast ... again. But, as with most things’ council, the decision has yet to be set in stone, as the draft bylaw will now go out for public consultation. Councillors on Thursday voted unanimously to stick to the plan to stop all motorists from accessing a 45-kilometre stretch of coast, between Redwood Pass and Ward, despite a year-long battle with fishermen to allow quad bikes. Councillors were given the option on Thursday to ban fourwheel-drive cars, but not quad bikes or motorbikes, which could still travel below the high tide mark, after several stakeholders threw their support behind a partial vehicle ban. But none supported this option. It was the second time the council had agreed to ban all drivers from the east coast following a vote last November.

Drivers had long cruised the region’s east coast, but access to it became easier after the 2016 Kaikōura earthquake exposed reefs which used to be underwater. The council wanted to allow these reefs to recover without interference. The decision would form the basis of the council’s draft bylaw, set to be finalised by a sub-committee made up of councillors and the mayor while staff were on annual leave. But councillor David Oddie, who would sit on the sub-committee, says the decision did not mean the blanket ban was set it stone. The draft bylaw was still subject to submissions and hearings, which could affect final rules. Marlborough Mayor John Leggett says ultimately the council hoped to end with a bylaw that suited its intended purpose. The draft bylaw would suggest barring beach access to all vehicles between Redwood Pass and Ward, and introducing a speed limit at Marfells Beach and Ward Beach, where fishers could still launch boats. A report filed ahead of the coun-

Marlborough’s east coast is popular with horse riders, quad-biking fishermen, walkers, cyclists, and campers. Photo: Chloe Ranford/LDR. cil meeting said a blanket ban would protect significant tangata whenua sites, threatened species and habitats, and other beach users, as well as allowing the coast to recover from the Kaikōura earthquake. Thousands had already signed a petition opposing the vehicle ban, fearing an end to long-held family quad-biking traditions, including the family that gifted a beach to the Government. Conservationists, on the other hand, welcomed the plan, saying vehicles hampered the recovery

of the reef platforms and threatened indigenous plants and wildlife on the coast. Councillor Cynthia Brooks says she understands the proposed new rules might be opposed by some community members, but believed the new bylaw was a long-term commitment. “I have a saying in my life that I use a lot and I used it when I stood for this council, and it says: ‘The true meaning of life is to plant trees under whose shade you do not expect to sit’.” The draft bylaw was due to go out

for public feedback before the council’s first public meeting next year, set for February. Feedback could be submitted for at least a month. A hearing committee would then deliberate on the submissions and make a recommendation to the council on what vehicles should, or should not, be barred. Councillors would then decide whether or not to adopt the new bylaw.

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Springlands School year four students and graphic artists Lauchlan Gibb, Tāna Barron and Jean-Paul Du Preez with their Super Monkey comics. Photo: Matt Brown.

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Move over Marvel, three entrepreneurial students and their super monkey have found a creative way to make cash for charity. Springlands School year four students Lauchlan Gibb, Tāna Barron and Jean-Paul Du Preez put their love of storytelling to work – to the benefit of the SPCA. Selling hand-made comics featuring a caped crusader of their own invention, Super Monkey, at their school fundraiser the animal fans decided to donate all the proceeds, $38, to

the Marlborough SPCA. “I thought we were only going to get like $10,” Lauchlan says. Lauchlan, who wants to be a famous author when he’s older, says losing a beloved family pet cat, Marmite, inspired them to donate to the animal rescue charity. SPCA animal attendant Rochell Blair says the boys did a fantastic job. “You can see they’ve put a lot of time and effort,” she says. “It’s great for boys their age to put in such an effort for the SPCA, it only takes a small amount to make a huge impact.

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Aircraftman Alice Roughan has just graduated from the 14week training course at RNZAF Base Woodbourne. forward operating base from enemy forces.” Alison’s interest in joining the RNZAF was sparked when she attended a Defence Careers Experience in 2019. “I think it is a good career path as it offers a lot of options to challenge yourself, and is a fulfilling job,” she said.

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NEWS Foster help: Hundreds of SPCA animals are looking for a caring foster family this Christmas season as SPCA Centres around the country start to fill up. SPCA is looking for people to foster animals so they can be in a home environment over the Christmas break. SPCA foster families play an important role in the animal care process and provide love, care, and a safe place for animals in need. There is no cost to the foster family. SPCA supplies all food, medicine, bedding, and toys to make the animal comfortable while with their foster family. For fostering opportunities see www.spca.nz/fosteranimals A safe place to live: Marlborough’s status as an International Safe Community was reconfirmed last week. Mayor John Leggett and representatives involved in Safe and Sound @ the Top (SAS@TT) gathered at council to sign the region’s re-accreditation, six years on from Marlborough’s original certification. Safe Communities Foundation NZ representatives were also present. New signatories this time included Rāngitane, Ngāti Toa and Ngāti Koata, alongside Ngāti Rārua who were one of the original signatories. “I am proud that Marlborough continues to be a safe community within the global network. We strive to make our region the best in New Zealand in which to live, work and enjoy a safe and satisfying life – safety in our community is vital to achieve success,” says Mayor Leggett. Road works: Night-time work to install a permanent rockfall protection canopy on SH1 between Peketā and the Parititahi Tunnels south of Kaikōura has been extended to late February 2021 (weather dependent). Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Manager at NCTIR (North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery alliance) Colin Knaggs says the rockfall protection work is critical to keep road users safe. “Safety work has been underway on this rockfall prone corner since July 2020, but there’s still a fair way to go. This is a busy road for locals, freight and visitors – especially over summer - and we need to make sure that where possible work is done at night to keep any disruption to a minimum.”

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Christmas fun sorted Blenheim’s town centre was turned into a Christmas wonderland on Friday as people turned out in force to enjoy some festive fun. The popular Christmas Festival & Pavlova Eating Competition saw people make the most of the free entertainment on offer. And a film crew from TV3’s The Project NZ were there to capture the annual pavlova competition for the small screen. Organised by Marlborough 4

Fun, the event included singing, dancing, a snow machine and letters to Santa; there was plenty on for people of all ages. The next Marlborough 4 Fun event is the eagerly awaited New Year’s Eve show on Picton’s foreshore. Featuring performances from Dangerbaby, Eden Kavanagh and The Grumpy Monkeys and the Country Pickers, the night’s fun starts at 7pm and will also include a food court, children’s entertainment and

Performers kept the crowds entertained at the Christmas Festival. Photo: Marlborough4Fun/Supplied. fireworks. Return bus tickets are avail-

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Photographers impress with natural talent Talented local photographers have been impressing judges with their take on one of the area’s most famous natural landmarks. The Lake Rotoiti Photography Exhibition was held recently at the Community Hall in St Arnaud. More than 150 people attended the event and Twilight Christmas Art and Craft Market held at the same time. Craig Potton and Niki Morrell presented nine winner prizes including the People’s Choice Award on the night. Lara Vance won the People’s Choice and Nature Award for her photo titled ‘January at the Lake’, featuring Kerr Bay Jetty. Project coordinator for hosts Rural Women St Arnaud Sjaan Field says the event was well supported by the community. “We received a staggering 172 photos from all ages including Lake Rotoiti students who submitted outstanding photos in three photo categories,

Work by photographers Jessie Dulieu, left and Ina Biertuempfel impressed judges. Photo: Rural Women St Arnaud. Inset: Lara Vance won the People’s Choice and Nature Award for her photo titled ‘January at the Lake’, featuring Kerr Bay Jetty. Photo: Lara Vance. Macro, People and Nature. “The wider community has really got behind the event and it attracted some very generous sponsors.” Well known photographer and conservationist Craig Potton says the People’s Choice Winner was a well composed

work. “There’s a great sense of unease in this image that takes a while to read. Nature has reclaimed man’s construct from nature (wooden beams from trees). “There’s a haunting line to the dark wild valley caught

between high ridges. It’s well composed but it the superb evocation of insistent lapping water so beautifully coloured that makes it a winner.” The event raised $1570.84 which will be split between Nelson Tasman Hospice and Friends of Rotoiti.

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Bryant Earthworks celebrates 25 years of servicing Marlborough Bryant Earthworks Ltd is this year celebrating 25 years of their locally owned and operated family business. Started by Jason and Bridgette Bryant in 1995 and based in the Renwick area of Marlborough, they have been slowly but steadily building up their construction business which now employees 50 staff members. Ideally positioned within Marlborough to service virtually the whole region, including the remote areas of the Marlborough Sounds, they offer a competitive and flexible service.

Their main services include forestry earthworks, quarries, road maintenance, farm and vineyard developments and reservoir construction. Bryant Earthworks Ltd is a member of the Civil Contractors New Zealand, an assurance of the quality and reliability of their service. Bryant Earthworks Ltd office, yard and workshop is located at 129 Rapaura Road, Blenheim, 7273. The office is open 6am-5.30pm. Visit their website at www.bryantearthworks. co.nz, Facebook page ‘Bryant Earthworks Ltd’ or call 03 572 8817.

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Well-equipped to provide a quality service Bryant Earthworks Ltd provides a range of development services to the Marlborough region. “The business initially started with farm work and road maintenance - working locally around Havelock and the Sounds,” says Jason. They are now the prime contractor for six major forest management companies in Marlborough. They are able to provide ongoing roading maintenance as required and the construction and maintenance of forestry work sites, while ensuring waterways are protected. “All our work is done within environmental best practice guidelines,” adds Bridgette. Vineyard development is an-

other main service they offer. “We’ve been involved in several long-term vineyard developments over the past six years. “We provide a service to develop farms into vineyards,” says Jason. “One development was a farm when we started and now there’s more than 600 hectares of grapes. “Reservoir construction has been a large part of our company’s services,” says Bridgette. “Currently we are working on two reservoirs, that we hope to have finished Christmas. In order to fulfil these projects to the highest possible standard, they own and manage a sizeable range of modern equipment.

“Operating several quarries within the Marlborough region has recently led to the purchase of our own screening and crushing plant,” says Jason. This means they are able to extract raw materials and produce high quality products that their projects require, supplying gravels not only to their large customer base, but also to the general public. “This investment along with our workshop facilities allows our experienced team to ensure the right tools are available for each job.” They provide free quotes, with no obligation. “All jobs are important to me, no matter how big or small,” says Jason.

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A solid rapport with customers “Like every business there was a lot of uncertainty earlier in the year with how we were going to be affected by Covid,” says Bridgette. “We count ourselves pretty lucky because we were able to more or less pick up from where we left off when the lockdown was lifted.

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“We were fortunate to be able to continue with the projects we had in place prior to lockdown”. Clearly, their reliable and professional approach to all aspects of work has helped them to develop important working relationships over the years. They credit this to their long-

standing, trusted client base. “Our customers continue to come back for our services.” “We work along with our clients during all facets of the project, to ensure budget and time frames are followed and any concerns are addressed in a timely manner.”

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Taking calculated risks Before setting up the business, Jason had previously worked in his family’s farm development. Bridgette heads up the admin side of the business while Jason is the Managing Director. “We’re always up for a challenge,” says Bridgette. “We’ve both supported each other through the growth of

the business, taking the necessary risks to become the business we are today. “It’s about having the right people in the right places, to be successful. “As the business has grown this has been a really important part of it.” A team effort has led to the

development and implementation of systems which are at the core of the company’s approach to managing Bryant Earthworks. “In 2007, we established B.E.L Forestry Limited which now operates two logging crews and has grown to a 15 staff operation.”

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Along with their outstanding health and safety statistics, Bryant Earthworks understands the importance of creating an environment that allows its employees to thrive. “We have all the professional and necessary processes and procedures to keep all of our employees safe, allowing us to keep a working environment where people want to come and work for us. “We have some staff who have worked alongside us for up to 18 years”. “We love to see our younger staff grow within our business as the opportunities arise,” says Bridgette.

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The Bryant family: Jason, Jack, Laura, Luke and Bridgette Bryant.

Giving back wherever possible Not only focused on operating a successful business, contributing to our local community is also really important to them. “We really like to give back where we can,” says Bridgette. “We support a lot of community sport projects, including Giesen Sports & Events Centre. “We also work with the Life Flight Trust [a charity that provides emergency air rescue and ambulance services across New Zealand] and recently also supported a project to fund a school van for the local school where our children attended. “We enjoy giving to school sports teams in the region over the years,” says Jason. “We’re also supporters of the Tasman Makos.”

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Despite the challenging and unexpected academic year it’s been for students - schools shutting in March and April due to lockdown, having to get to grips with long-distance learning for perhaps the first time ever, plus the curtailment of many extra-curricular activities and events - they’ve fared remarkably well. With schools and colleges back in full swing in time for summer and the end of the school year, two of our educational providers in Marlborough share their success. Betty Whyte, Queen Charlotte College principal “This year we have an exceptional year 13 group graduating, with three achieving university scholarships in excess of $30,000. “We have good numbers of students going to university to study medicine and engineering, as well as those going onto tertiary education. “The junior school has undergone a significant curriculum review this year, which will

take effect as those students go up through the school.” Jaimee Noble, Community College Marlborough hospitality tutor “The top success for me was my students leaving with the credits they were supposed to. My students that had completed their full year in the hospitality course all left with the full 120! “My students who are returning next year are also all tracking where they are supposed to be. Seeing them all working so hard to achieve in a year that has tested us all was really cool!” Yolande McIntyre, Community College Marlborough tutor “My top success was getting my students through their 80 credits in the shortened time frame of five months; they worked so hard - even through their lunch breaks”! “Also watching them grow as a supported, tight-knit group to help each other in the class and on Cafe Day, encouraging each other and overcoming some of their fears of serving the pub-

lic”. Maria Gear, Community College Marlborough sport tutor “The biggest success was definitely watching the students push themselves towards gaining their qualifications and seeing how much they worked together as a class to complete their tasks. Most of my students would stay until 4:30 5:30pm daily to complete their work, that’s how much they worked for it and how much they wanted it. My class was the biggest success of the year for me personally, seeing them all graduate when they had all odds against them was the highlight of the year”. “These kids were not mainstream learners but have proved that hard work, dedication and a different approach to learning have made them successful”. Congratulations to everyone involved in education throughout 2020. It’s been a challenging year but persistence and resilience has been shown by students and faculty alike.

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Lamb slaughter investigation ongoing Survey results show bank pressure drop Fewer farmers are feeling undue pressure from their bank but satisfaction rates continue to slide, according to the Federated Farmers November Banking Survey. Of the 1,341 farmers who responded to the survey independently run by ResearchFirst, 65.4 per cent said they were satisfied or very satisfied with their bank relationship. That’s down from 68.5 per cent from the Feds’ survey in May. “Sat-

isfaction has steadily slipped over the past three years - in our November 2017 survey it was 80.8 per cent,” Federated Farmers President and commerce spokesperson Andrew Hoggard says. One bright spot from the November survey is a slight drop in the number of farmers feeling under pressure from banks, from 19.3 per cent in May to 18.4 per cent last month.

Police are continuing their enquiries into the theft of lambs who were taken from their mums and slaughtered. “A significant number” of lambs were stolen from a grazing paddock on Jacksons Road on 4 December. Yesterday (Monday) a police spokeswoman said enquiries into the incident were ongoing. Co-owner Kate Jordan believes the cruel act is not a one off and is warning others to be on their guard. “It was a very organised professional job, with prime lambs targeted, temporary yards used and many experienced people needed to catch and kill this many lambs in the paddock. “Please, please, get in touch if you noticed anything suspicious or do in the future. “Keep an ear out for any meat

Anyone with information about the stolen lambs can contact police on 105. Photo: Supplied. for sale, or even a big gathering with a spit roast. There is a lot of stolen meat somewhere, someone will know something.” Kate says the rest of the mob were traumatised in the days after the attack. “The rest of the mob are incredibly on edge. It’s heart breaking to know they had such a traumatic experience, being chased, captured and watching their lambs get slaughtered. “They reared two beauty lambs

each and are gutted and confused to have lost them now. Please share so we can stop this happening again. This certainly wasn’t a one-off random job. Police received a report of a number of lambs stolen from a Jacksons Road property between 8.30pm on Friday 4 November and 5.15am on Saturday 5 November. Anyone who has any information about the stolen lambs can contact police on 105.

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Co-op’s new top boss Matt Brown A new chief executive with decades of experience across a raft of industries is hoping to take a local cooperative to the next level. Wine industry veteran Mike Brown, from Nelson, has recently taken the top role at Marlborough Grape Growers Cooperative. Mike says the business has ambitious plans but they rely on attracting more growers to the cooperative. “I’m really looking forward to what we can achieve in the coming year,” he says. Originally from Christchurch, Mike has spent the last 20 years living in Nelson with his wife and two children. He studied viticulture at the Marlborough campus of NMIT but spent nearly 20 years as a winemaker for several companies before finding his way to senior

management. A stint as chief executive at Tohu Wines coincided with his time as director of New Zealand Winegrowers before he took on a government role for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise helping companies across the Top of the South grow. Now, Mike chairs the boards of NZ Drinks Ltd and Zeffer Cider and is the chief executive at Appleby Farms – as well as his latest role, chief executive at Marlborough Grape Growers Cooperative. “A lot of my experience has led to this role,” Mike says. He says the cooperative model has worked well in New Zealand, citing examples such as Fonterra and Zespri. “We’re supporting 80-odd businesses, and all the associated families,” Mike says. “They own the vineyard and the

Marlborough Grape Growers Cooperative new chief executive Mike Brown. Photo: Matt Brown. wine company as well.” He says he wants to clarify the organisation’s long-term vision;

what mix is best for the business, who they’re supplying and why? “Ultimately, we need to get closer

to the end consumer; get closer to the customer’s customer. “We need a better idea of who they’re selling to.” Some of the most important things the cooperative do are the little things, he says. “Succession planning, syndication options and capital options for members that want to cash out are things we’ll need to look at,” he says. “Offering growers the best return, but also offering the best service to growers is important.” Mike says he would also like to look at vertical integration for the cooperative – or taking more control of the supply chain. “I really believe in growers taking control of their own destiny. “Ambition is there to continue for growers. “We’re very ambitious and that relies on attracting additional growers.”

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Sounding out the Summer The popular Summer Sounds Music Festival is returning to Marlborough for its second year. Taking place at boutique country pub The Queen Charlotte Tavern in Linkwater on Saturday 19th December, the venue will be playing host to an exciting variety of musical talent from across New Zealand to get your summer started. Headliner and heralded singersongwriter Bic Runga will be performing with her all-star band: Kody Nielson (Silicon), Cass Basil (Tiny Ruins, Carnivorous Plant Society, King Sweeties) and Michael Logie (Silicon, Mint Chicks). Also joining the lineup is the stellar electro-folk gypsy jazz band Albie & the Wolves, winners of the Best Folk Artist at the 2018 New Zealand Music Awards. Kicking off the music from 3pm will be up-and-coming local acts: Blenheim’s-own musician and contestant on The Voice UK 2019 Eden Kavanagh, as well as Nelson

blues guitarist Bosho. Emerging band The Whakaaro Collective from NZ Drama School Toi Whakaari will be making their South Island debut. Alongside a wealth of homegrown musical acts, there will be some delicious food and drink options to get stuck into. Zephyr wines, great beers and a funky cocktail bar will all help to get the party started, while food stalls, pizza and a BBQ will guarantee that your taste buds are just as entertained as your ears. “It’s all outside on the grass, so come prepared whatever the weather!” says co-owner MaryAnn Surridge. “If you want to park overnight, it’s free and you don’t need to book just bring your tent or camper. It’s definitely worth sticking around because the next morning we’ll be cooking up some bacon and egg butties and whitebait fritters on the BBQ.” Otherwise, there is bus transport available for $35 return from

Singer-songwriter Bic Runga will be gracing the Summer Sounds Music Festival stage on December 19 2020. Photo: Supplied.

Blenheim, $30 return from Picton and $20 from Havelock and the surrounding areas. Contact Karen from the Queen Charlotte Tavern to book your spot on 027 463 5071. Sounds Connection will also be operating return shuttle buses from Picton to Linkwater. This is the second year running for the annual event which first took place on January 12th this year. “Our first event was to celebrate the opening of The Queen Charlotte Tavern (formerly Linkwater Country Inn) with a first year party the following year,” says Mary-Ann. “We had around 700 people here, a couple of bands, a pig on a spit and a bucking bull - it was amazing. “It’s grown from there and now hosting music festivals is a huge part of what we do here.” With the music going from 3-9pm, you can boogie the night away.

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The festival fun doesn’t stop there - on Saturday 16th January 2021 they will also be hosting the second instalment of the Summer Sounds Music Festival, headlining Trinity Roots and previous winner of the RNZ covers WhiteChapel Jak, with The Whakaaro Collective and local DJ Bex. Winding down the Summer Sounds Music Festivals the following day (Sunday 17th January), these artists will be performing again at ‘Jazz on

the Grazz’ - a family-friendly afternoon of jazz on the lawn from 2-6pm, with some games to keep the kids entertained. “Kick back and relax on the lawn while enjoying the jazz,” says Mary-Ann. “Kids are welcome and under 15s can come for free. Otherwise it’s $25 a head. “It’s the perfect way to wrap up the Summer Sounds Music Festival.” Saturday 19th December and Saturday 16th January Summer

Sounds Music Festival events are R18. Tickets for both the December and January dates are available now at eventfinda.co.nz, make sure you get in quick to secure yours. Check out their Facebook page @theqctavern, Instagram ‘thequeen.charlotte’, call on (03) 574 2507, or email thequeencharlottetavern@gmail.com for updates and more information.

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Kiwi band Trinity Roots will headline at the second gig on 16 January 2021. Photo: Supplied.

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Marlborough pace bowler Will Smith celebrates claiming his first hat-trick, against Buller at Horton Park on Saturday. Photo: Peter Jones.

Cricket reps claim outright win Peter Jones Reporter

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Marlborough put themselves in pole position for a Hawke Cup challenge when they registered a nine-wicket outright win over Buller at Horton Park on Sunday. After losing on the first innings to Hawke Cup-holders Canterbury Country last weekend, the Marlborough side made no mistake this time around, dismissing Buller twice in two days and knocking off the 71 runs required to claim maximum points. Sunday’s result, and the fact Country are in the same zone, means Marlborough will hold a slight points advantage over closest rival Nelson when the two meet at Horton Park on January 23-24 to decide who goes forward to challenge Country at the end of January. Marlborough won the toss on Saturday morning and quickly got into their work. At 52-2, Buller were beginning to build their innings before medium pace bowler Will Smith stepped up.

He bowled the experienced Andrew Duncan, dismissed veteran Troy Scanlon lbw with his next ball, then completed his firstever hat-trick by trapping Frano Volckman in front with his next delivery. It was a game-changing over, the visitors struggling to rebuild their innings from then on. Twenty runs from both Jack Ferguson and Nathan Thompson enabled them to limp to 112 from 36.3 overs as the Marlborough medium pacers took control. Smith added a five-wicket bag to his hat-trick, finishing with 5-35 from 12 overs, while Sam Boyce claimed 4-17 from 7.3 to maintain the momentum. Marlborough’s reply was based around a couple of solid partnerships, with several batsman getting a start but failing to go on as they battled to 211 all out from 62.2 overs. Tom Sutherland (27 from 91) and Andrew McCaa (42 from 71) put on 54 for the second wicket, then Matthew Stretch (25 from 57) and Bailey Andrews-Kennedy (34 from 38) added 53 for the

seventh wicket. Benjamin IvoryMcCullum chipped in with an unbeaten 24 to allow Marlborough a 99-run advantage when their final wicket fell late in the first day. In the 10 overs before stumps, Buller had lost two wickets for the addition of just 14 runs and things got quickly worse on Sunday morning. However, after slipping to 574, the middle order came to the party, ensuring Marlborough had to bat again. Thompson (38 from 54), Scanlon (47 from 75) and Duncan (31 from 47) provided the bulk of the runs from the middle order as they amassed 169 from 61.2 overs. Nick Weaver, 3-23 from 12, Boyce with 2-25 from 13, AndrewsKennedy, 2-45 from 10, and Stretch, 2-16 from 8.2, were the main wicket-takers, their efforts not helped by some ordinary catching from the home side. Needing just 71 runs, with plenty of time to get them, Marlborough comfortably got the job done, despite losing opener Tom Sutherland with just three runs on the

board. Ivory-McCullum (32 from 80) and McCaa (40 from 49) were unbeaten as the outright win was completed shortly before tea. Marlborough coach Jarrod Englefield said that after the loss to Country a first innings win was essential, but getting an outright had “given the group a lot of confidence – it’s a great result”. “Will Smith continues to bowl in good areas, another five-for, Nick Weaver had a good second innings and the other bowlers are chipping in with wickets too. “From a bowling point of view we are doing well, from a batting point of view we are getting starts and that’s a bit frustrating but the most important thing is that we actually got the result that we needed.” While very satisfied with the result he said there were some areas of the side’s game that required sharpening up before they take on Nelson. “Our fielding, especially catching, obviously needs a bit of work so we will be working hard on that

going into the next match,” he added. Twenty20 The latest round of Marlborough senior T20 was played on Friday evening, resulting in wins to Wairau and Celtic. Batting first, Wairau made 166-7 against Renwick, who fell 10 runs short in reply, ending at 156-8 after their 20 overs. Wairau allrounder Tarin Mason, who scored 65 from 50 balls, and 3-17 with the ball, was the player of the day. Rikki Bovey (35) and Akhil Pant (38) began Renwick’s run chase in style, with a 70-run partnership, but when they fell the momentum was lost. In the other match Celtic prevailed by 20 runs after posting a formidable 181-1. Josh Poole made a blazing unbeaten 122 from 72 balls while Tom Sutherland notched 49. In reply, MBC came up short despite 41 from Ben Holdaway and 32 from Tom Leonard.

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Rugby camp planned for younger brigade Peter Jones Four young Marlborough sportspeople have joined forces to offer the province’s up-and-coming rugby talent a chance to hone their skills over summer. Zac Harrison-Jones, Michael Dillon, Tessa-Jane Power and Ruairidh Swan are running a five-day summer rugby holiday camp for seven to 13-year-olds from January 11-15, 2021. Zac said the quartet of facilitators were all experienced coaches/ teachers and sports participants with a wide range of experience and qualifications to call on. He played development-level rugby in both Otago and Tasman and has a Bachelor of Physical Education degree from Otago, majoring in sport and exercise sciences. Michael has played premier rugby in Tasman, America and Otago. He has a Diploma in Sports Coaching from Otago Polytechnic. Tessa-Jane is a former Marlborough and Tasman netballer and touch rep. The Renwick primary

school teacher has a Bachelor of Education and Diploma for graduates in Maori Studies from Otago and is a qualified Ripper rugby and basketball coach. Scotsman Ruairidh is part of the Tasman High Performance Group, having previously played rugby for the Caledonian Reds and in the Scottish premiership. As a skills coach he has headed up several rugby camps in his native country. “We are looking to give back to the community by delivering a quality holiday programme to Marlborough boys and girls,” Zac explained. “Although it’s a rugby camp, kids of all abilities, ambition and experience are encouraged to come along, even if they haven’t played before. “There will be plenty of fun activities and educational workshops that will teach and develop rugby skills, rugby values and general health and wellbeing. “Importantly, the camp will also involve a lot of activities that aren’t necessarily rugby-specific, to ensure all kids are able to en-

The facilitators of the forthcoming rugby camp, from left, Tessa-Jane Power, Ruairidh Swan, Zac Harrison-Jones and Michael Dillon. Photo: Peter Jones. gage fully and excel. “There will be exciting competitions and prizes to be won throughout the week that other local businesses have kindly donated.

“The camp is sponsored by Blacklaws Firewood.” More details, including costs, registration, dates, times can be found on the Facebook page “Summer Rugby Camp 2021” or

via email at SummerRugbyCamp2021@gmail.com. Zac suggested those wanting to sign up should book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as numbers were limited.

Keeping it in the golfing family Peter Jones It has often been stated that golf is a game for all the family. That is certainly the case for one Marlborough clan. In 1974, the Betts Memorial Trophy was donated to the Marlborough Golf Club by Marge Betts in memory of her late husband Fred, a keen golfer and regular at the Fairhall course. Marge, a Marlborough GC and latterly Rarangi GC member, passed away four years ago, with the trophy now being contested on an annual basis in memory of both her and Fred. So it was particularly appropriate a few weeks ago when the prize was claimed by two members of the Betts family - Marge and Fred’s son Mike Betts, now based in Napier, and Serena Brailsford, their granddaughter, who is not currently an active member but dusts off her clubs once a year to play in the event. The trophy is contested in a four ball-best ball nett format and, as often happens, turned into a tight battle, with the Betts’ duo managing to come out on top, albeit on a countback basis.

Jay Geris, at net, and Cameron Lyons notched a win in the top doubles match at Pollard Park on Wednesday. Photo: Peter Jones.

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Mike Betts and Serena Brailsford with the Betts Memorial Trophy. Photo: Supplied. “It was close, but we’ll take it,” said Serena with a smile. “I have won [the trophy] a couple of times before,” she said, “but my uncle has not won it. He was super-stoked because it is the first time the name Betts will be inscribed on the trophy.” Serena played off a 19 handicap, Mike off 10, as they held off a strong field of around 50 to lay claim to a unique piece of their family history.

“I’m sure my grandparents would have been very proud to see Mike and I get our hands on the silverware after all these years. [The trophy] has always been well supported by the club, which we are grateful for, plus, all the proceeds on the day go towards junior golf development.” Serena expects Mike to make the trip south again next year to try and defend their prize.

Renwick CPR will meet Rapaura Wairau River Blanc in the Winebrokers NZ premier tennis final on Wednesday. Both sides underlined their claim to a place in the decider with 4-2 victories in last week’s final round robin clashes. Renwick overcame Forrest Wines Marlborough despite losing the top doubles match, Cameron Lyons and Jay Geris getting up to defeat the Sandford-Jury siblings, Oscar and Joseph, 7-6, 7-5. A default win to the Renwick mixed combination of Daniel Riordan and Meiko Kimura set Marlborough on the back foot, then Renwick consolidated in the singles,

wins to the Sandford-Jury brothers and Kimura ensuring victory. Blanc bagged wins in both doubles matches to set up their win. Ant Walkenhorst and Hugh Robinson beat Blair Harvey and Jared Bell 6-4, 6-3, then Glen Cameron and Donna Clark accounted for Brendon Sutherland and Ella Sowman 6-1, 6-3. Sowman scored a consolation win over Clark in the singles, but wins to Walkenhorst and Cameron sealed the deal and a place in the decider. In division two, Marlborough Nga Hau Wha defeated Renwick Rallycats 6-0 and won the round robin competition. They will play Marlborough Next Gen in Wednesday’s final after they defeated Rapaura Wairau River Rose.

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Marlborough Mayor John Leggett welcomes members of the Tasman Mako squad and support staff, plus the Mitre 10 Cup, to the council chambers on Tuesday afternoon. From left, assistant coach Gray Cornelius, Anton Segner, Isaac Salmon, Quentin MacDonald, Mayor John Leggett, David Havili, Quinten Strange, manager Martyn Vercoe, assistant strength and conditioning coach Dan Monaghan and assistant physio Richie Marsden. Photo: Peter Jones.

Mako given mayoral reception Peter Jones New Zealand provincial rugby’s ultimate prize, the Mitre 10 Cup, was on show in Marlborough last Tuesday. David Havili, skipper of the Tasman Mako side who defeated Auckland 13-12 in the recent premiership decider, plus several of the players involved in the final and some members of the management crew, were officially congratulated by Marlborough Mayor John Leggett in council chambers.

The team was also presented with the District of Marlborough Award, in recognition of their achievement of becoming backto-back champions. Havili was thrilled to bring the trophy to Blenheim. “Two provinces came together back in 2006 and I guess for us to bring two premierships to our region is pretty special … plus the way that it happened this year is pretty special as well. “It is awesome to have some of the local lads here today too … it’s great to be able to share [our

success] with them and their families over here.” Havili said it was particularly satisfying to win the premiership at Eden Park. “It’s still a bit surreal actually … it just felt like we were not going to lose that game. “There was a different agenda this year, we had to use our whole squad depth. It was about building a culture where we believed in ourselves … creating that bond between each other where you know that when you get to the back end of the season, although you are tired and your body has

been through a lot, you have just got to dig deep and you know your mate has got your back. “It’s been a credit to our team and our coaches, with the way they have driven that [ethos] over the last couple of years.” Despite talk of a Mako “threepeat” being bandied about, Havili, as usual, was keeping his feet firmly on the ground. “We will just enjoy this one over the summer, it’s special to have locked [the trophy] away … as for next year, I’ll let Goody [cohead coach Andrew Goodman]

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Twilight sailing series winds up Peter Jones The pressure was ramped up as series titles were decided in last Tuesday night’s tenth and final race of the Marlborough Sounds Marinas Spring Twilight series. Easing nor’easterly winds challenged skippers and crew to pick the right spot on the course. With boats in contention for series titles and podium places across all three divisions some major separations occurred on course, delivering significant gains to those choosing the right spot on the course, plus significant losses to those on the wrong side of the track. David Morgan’s Moody 46 Bandit took the win in Division 3 for the second consecutive week, going a step better than last week with fastest time around the course as well. Roger Manley continues to improve taking second in his Lidgard 9.6 Pipe Dream while Pip

Maslen continued his run of consistency bringing his Davidson 28 Ricochet home for third. For the second week in a row Ron Ives had a superb night sailing his Lidgard 35 MacIntosh to the line and handicap double. In a repeat of race 9, Jason Munro’s Hanse 345 Phantasea took second while Rob and Mandy Carpenter took third with their Farr 727 Freaky. Bruce Lock came home second on line, his Lotus 10.6 Sea Fox sneaking home nine second clear of Freaky in third. In Division 1 Raconteur got away to a great start as they started the quest to take Midnight off the top of the table. Splits in the fleet created by differing choices on sides of the course unfortunately saw the effort fade while Chris Williams sailed an almost faultless race to bring his Farr 38 Flying Fox home for the win and third on line. Spinnakers provided the best re-

An early run of form saw Clive Harragan’s Settimio accrue enough points to take out division two. Photo: Supplied. turns for boats on the downwind legs with gennaker specialists Bluebird and Flying Tiger unable to make inroads. David Gillies sailed a fine race, his Farr 1020 Prime Suspect II twelve seconds

Eleri James-Sitters dives for the try line. Photos: Teaukura Moetaua/Media Sport.

back in second with Dave Kelway’s Beneteau 456 Khamsin third a further twelve seconds in arrears taking third. Matt Kerr’s Ross 40 Satellite Spy took line honours comfortably ahead of

Anika Moetaua crosses for another MGC try.

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Touch teams from Marlborough’s biggest colleges made their presence felt at the national secondary schools champs in Rotorua from Friday until Sunday. Taking on the best the country could offer in the boys’ and girls’ grades, the Marlborough Girls’ College side came away with a 5-3 winning record, while

Stormy Tupara makes a break.

Midnight, Chris Webb’s Davidson 45. With results in for the complete series and each boat’s worst two results dropped, a late surge saw Pip Maslen’s Ricochet take out the Division 3 title on 25 points from Ian Michel’s Senior Reacher, which was second on 26. Alex Soper’s Hanse 345 Our Girl came third on countback from Third Wave, Neville Fox’s Lotus 10.6. Ricochet took the title after lying fourth on the table a week ago. Division 2 went to Clive Harragan’s Raven 26 Settimio on 23 points, a run of top results early in the series carrying him to victory despite a brilliant late run from Ron Ives, MacIntosh having to be content with second on 26, with Phantasea on 28. Chris Webb’s Davidson 45 Midnight took out Division 1 on 20 points from Richard Coon’s Hanse 400 Raconteur on 31 with a fast-finishing Dave Kelway taking Khamsin to third.

Marlborough Boys’ College won four times, including victories against traditionally-strong North Island schools, and lost five, including two by a single point. MGC ended up 13th overall, having narrowly missed qualifying for the top echelon after the first three games. It was the first time MGC had competed in the national champs.

MGC v Rotorua L 4-3; v Columba L 6-4; v Rangi Ruru W 5-3; v Botany Downs W 7-0; v Northland W 9-1; v Riccarton W 10-4; v Whangarei L 6-3; v Riccarton W 7-1 (play-off for 13th and 14th). Overall 13th

Eleri James-Sitters, one of the more-experienced MGC players, said the side was “very competitive” in all their matches. “We gave all our opponents a good run for their money … and the team had a great spirit all the way through.” MBC finished 16th overall – also narrowly missing a spot in the top 10 after scoring a win in their opening match.

MBC v New Plymouth W 10-8; v John McGlashan L 7-6; v Rotorua L 12-7; v Hato Paora W 8-4; v Christchurch BHS L 8-7; v Auckland Grammar L 10-6; v Tauranga W 9-8; v Hutt International W 11-4; v New Plymouth L 9-5 (playoff for 15th and 16th). Overall 16th

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Tony

11.03.1940 - 06.12.2020 Passed away peacefully at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim. Dearly loved husband and soul mate to Margaret. Truly loved father and father-in-law to Howard and Nava; Louise and Michael. Messages to Margaret Fitzgerald, Villa 38, Springlands Lifestyle Village, 6 Battys Road Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz. Our special thanks to all the staff involved in taking care of Tony over the last 4 months. In accordance with Tony’s wishes, a private service has been held.

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Passed away suddenly on Sunday 6th December 2020, aged 76. Loved husband and friend for 50 years of Sue. Father and father-in-law of Roger and Liz, Pam and Glen, and the late Nigel. Special Grandad to Evan and Abbey. Messages to PO Box 292 Picton 7250 or www.cloudybayfunerals. co.nz In lieu of flowers a donation to the Spirit of Adventure Trust c/149 Quay Street, CBD, Auckland 1010 would be appreciated or may be made at the service. A celebration of Tony’s life was held at the Waikawa Boating Club on Monday 14 December at 11.00am followed by private cremation.

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Maria Cornelia (Mariëtte)

Passed away in Wellington after a short illness on Sunday 22nd November 2020, aged 63 years. Mariette was the dearly loved wife and best friend of Machiel (Mike). She was loved by her family in the Netherlands and friends in New Zealand. She will be deeply missed. Messages to 2706 SH63 RD1 Blenheim 7271 or www.cloudybayfunerals. co.nz. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Life Flight Trust C/- PO Box 14-449 Wellington 6241 would be appreciated. In accordance with her wishes, a private service has been held.

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SHIPLEY Owen Frank

On 10 December 2020 at Ashwood Park Retirement Village after a short illness in his 86th year. Loved husband of the late Shirley Shipley. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Paul and Colleen, Annette and Grant Phillips. A loved grandad of Daniel, Nicole; Laura and Kieran, and great grandad of Tyla, Ethan, Riley, Jayden and Isabella. Loved brother of the late Gwen Kay and Noelene Neal. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages to 15 Boyces Rd, RD3, Blenheim 7273 or www.cloudybayfuneralservices.co.nz. A Funeral Service for Owen will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim on Tuesday 15 December at 2.30pm followed by private cremation.

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Community Notices MONDAY CARE AND SHARE A place for creatives to meet, encourage & share their skills. 9:30am 2nd & 4th Mon, Nativity Centre (76 Alfred St). Call 5783909 for more info. LINE DANCING Beginner classes. Mon 2pm & 6.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall, 166 High St. 1st lesson free for new beginners. Judith 578 7554 or 021 234 1095. MARLBOROUGH BRIDGE CLUB Mon 2pm. Intermediate lessons & play, no partner needed, Clubs of Marlborough, ph. 03 577 7851. MARLBOROUGH GUILD OF WOODWORKERS Mon 9am12pm, 7pm-9pm. Wed 9am-12pm, wooden toys & projects. 1st Sun monthly 1pm-4pm. Brayshaw Park. Philip 570 5188. ROTARY CLUBS in Blenheim meet Mon & Tues evenings 5.30pm. Rotary is a world-wide service club for men & women - doing great things in your community. For info on meeting venues, phone Jon on 027 222 9505 or Kevin on 021 173 8784.

TUESDAY ART THERAPY GROUP for pregnant women. Every Tues - 5pm to 8pm. Call Tatiana 0279019807. BROOKLYN CROQUET CLUB Tues, Thurs, Sat, 1pm Golf Croquet, Whitehead Park, Brooklyn Dr. Mallets supplied. KNITTERS & SPINNERS MEET-UP Tues 10.30am, Picton library. Bring knitting to library for this social catch-up. MARLBOROUGH HERB SOCIETY meets 4th Tues of month, RDA rooms, 7.30pm, unless on field trips or workshops. Promote & educate on uses, identification, growing, propagating & more. Meredith 0272 122 773. MARLBOROUGH SINGERS (Blenheim Choral Society) Tues, 7pm, Wesley Centre, Henry St. New members welcome, no auditions necessary. Info: www.marlboroughsingers.org. MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Join us for Tues social tennis 9am-12 noon, Parker Street courts. Morning tea 10am. Joanna 021 134 9110. PERSISTENT PAIN SUPPORT GROUP Tues, 5-6pm, Biddy Kate’s, 2 Market St. Drop-in group for people with Persistent Pain & those who are supporting them. PUBLIC SPEAKING Sunbelt Toastmasters Tues 6.30-8.15pm, Woodbourne Community Centre. Have fun, gain confidence & build leadership skills. Visit three times before joining. Not for profit. 021 758 648.

RED HAT SOCIETY The Kiwi Damsels in De-Stress are part of a worldwide organization for women to enjoy fun, laughter & friendship. A specific dress code is part of the fun. This daytime group meets twice each month on the 1st & 3rd Tues mornings. Tina 021 104 5945. RENWICK MENZ SHED 54 High St, Renwick, left of church. Morning tea provided. Tues, 9am-12pm. Rick 03 572 8685. SIT AND BE FIT Tues & Thurs, 1-2pm. Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St, $2. Contact 578 0469. WAIKAWA & PICTON TABLE TENNIS Tues 10-12pm, Picton Little Theatre, 9 Dublin St. Thurs 10-12pm, Port Marlborough Pavilion, Waikawa Rd. All age adults welcome. $3 incl. morning tea. Equipment supplied. Ernest 0275 888 453.

WEDNESDAY BLENHEIM PETANQUE CLUB Games held at courts, 65A Weld St, Wed 1-3pm & Sun 10-12. Contact Chris 578 7303 or Brian 574 2267. BLENHEIM PROBUS CLUB Retired? Enjoy good fellowship? We’d love to see you, meet 1st Wed of month, coffee mornings & outings also Wed. Sue 0272 426 409/Robert 03 578 8938. DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP Meets Wed 10am-11.30am to support each other, regular speakers, outings, share in a safe environment. Phone Virginia for details on 027 303 5879. HOUSIE Clubs of Marlborough Wed 7pm. Main Hall. All Welcome. PICKLEBALL Come & have a go Wednesdays 1pm at the Battys Road Stadium. POWERHOOP BLENHEIM WITH FAYE Wed, 9.30am & 6pm, Marlborough Youth Trust, Blenheim. Thurs, 9.30am, Awatere Memorial Hall, Seddon. New hoopers welcome. To book: pwerhoopblenheim@xtra.co.nz. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING 7.30pm, Wed, Picton Little Theatre. No partner needed. Beginners welcome. SUPPORT GROUP for postnatal mothers. Wed from 9.30am to 12pm. Childminders help with the babies. Call Tatiana 027 901 9807. THE QUEEN CHARLOTTE FRIENDSHIP CLUB Meet 2nd Wed of month, 10am, at the Waikawa Boating Club. Interesting speakers & outings for the 50+.

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4pm daily. Free entry. Lots of crafts, plants & sausage sizzle. Supporting Simply the Breast Dragon Boat Team. MARLBOROUGH AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 2nd Thurs of month, 7.30pm, Emergency Management Operating Centre. For all interested in Amateur Radio, Electronics & Emergency Communications. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Thurs 7-8pm & Sat 5.30-6.30, Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St. PICTON SOCIAL EUCHRE Parish Church Picton, 12.45-3.30pm Thurs. Afternoon tea incl.

FRIDAY KIDZONE Fri 3.30-5.30pm, Riversdale Community House, 131 Budge St. Contact Avon 579 2440. LINK Fun, board games & afternoon tea for all in the lounge at Nativity Centre 76 Alfred St, every Fri, 1pm. Gold coin donation appreciated. Call 5783909 for info. PICTON NEWCOMERS NETWORK 5-6pm Fri, Cafe Cortado for ‘Sundowners’ over conversation. New to town? Want to meet new friends? Need help to settle in? Interested in local activities? We can help! Cathy 021 045 1799, 573 9111, picton@newcomers.co.nz. RENWICK SOCIAL TENNIS MEMBERS ONLY every Fri from 4.30pm weather permitting. Contact Club Captain Anna Simpson 021 270 2662 or visit www.renwicktennisclub for membership details or our Facebook page for upcoming events. TUNES FOR TOTS Music, fun & a snack for preschoolers & their caregivers - Fri during term time 9:30am Nativity Centre (76 Alfred St). $3/child or $5/family. Call 578 3909 for info. UPBEAT ORCHESTRA; community orchestra, all ages, instruments, beginner to grade 5. St Ninians Church hall, Alabama Rd, Fri 5-6:30pm. More info: upbeatorchestra@gmail.com.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY BAHÁ’Í DEVOTIONS 1st & 3rd Sun, 11am, Marlborough Community Centre, 12th Lane, Blenheim cnr Farmers carpark. “In the garden of thy Heart plant naught but the rose of love”. www.bahai.org. BARNABAS CHURCH BLENHEIM Sun services, 4pm (all welcome). Alzheimer’s Hall, Wither Rd. Scripture-based, church (est. Jan 2019). Affiliated to Church of Confessing Anglicans Aotearoa New Zealand (CCAANZ). More info: barnabas.org.nz. BLENHEIM RIVERSIDE RAILWAY Runs 1st and 3rd Sun of the

month. We have Eftpos. FB/RiversideRailway. COMMUNITY GOLF all Marlborough residents welcome to have a round of golf for just $15. Sun arvos & all day Mon, Marlborough Golf Club, Fairhall. KETO SUPPORT GROUP meets Sat fortnightly (approx. beginning & mid-month), 10am, Revival Cafe, Springlands. Informal gathering of folk interested in this dietary practice. No charge, no obligation - but the coffee’s great! Ph 027 505 7774 for more info. MARLBOROUGH ARTISAN CRAFT MARKET Sat at its new site, Market Place. Come on down & meet your local craft people. Children’s area with games for young & old. There is a free Community Site to promote or fund-raise your organisation. MARLBOROUGH ASSOCIATED MODELLERS SOCIETY Miniature train rides, 1st & 3rd Sun of month, $2. Model yacht & boat sailing Sun, 1pm-4pm, Brayshaw Park. MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET A&P showgrounds, 9am-12pm Sun, local fresh & seasonal produce & products. MARLBOROUGH TENNIS CLUB Social tennis 1-3pm every Sun, Parker St. Visitors $2 each. Info: Joanna 021 134 9110. PICTON RAIL & SAIL on the Picton Foreshore. Mini train rides & Yachts from 20cents. Every Sunday & all school holidays subject to weather. RAPAURA SOCIAL TENNIS Pop along & join the members every Sat from 1pm, weather permitting, for a social hit. 770 Rapaura Rd. Contact Club Captain Glen Cameron 021 115 7239 or 03 579 5949 or visit us on FB/Rapaura.Grass.Tennis.Club. REDWOOD MARKET Redwood Tavern Car park, Cleghorn St. 8am-noon Sat. Crafts, flowers, garden products, dehydrated foods, Christmas cakes. Raising money for your community. THE ROADHOUSE BREAKFAST for car enthusiasts of all genres. 1st Sun of month, Riverlands Roadhouse, coffee cart & cafe has great food. 100+ cars at first two events.

GENERAL GROUPS MARLBOROUGH STAMP COLLECTORS CLUB held their last meeting for the year on 14th Dec. The club wishes all friends & members a happy & safe holiday. Next gathering is Brayshaw Heritage Day, Sat 6th Feb. Woodbank Classroom Stamp Club rooms, 34 Arthur Baker Place, Brayshaw Heritage Park. AA MEETINGS Marlborough area. Ring alcoholics anonymous for help to stop drinking, 0800 229 6757. www.aa.org.nz. FRIENDSHIP FORCE OF MARLBOROUGH Local social

gatherings. Travel with a difference, be home hosted in a welcoming environment. Share lifestyles, experiences & ideas. Create international friendships through hosting. Jan 578 9834 or Rosemary 579 1755. www.friendshipforce.org.nz. MARLBOROUGH COMMUNITY VEHICLE TRUST Difficulty getting to medical appointments in NELSON? This trust was created to carry people to Nelson for medical appointments. 574 1311 or soundsvehicle@gmail.com. MARLBOROUGH MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB committed to seeing mountain biking flourish in Marlborough. We hold regular rides suitable for all levels of fitness & ability. Including back country expeditions, easy local rides, more serious mountain bike races. marlboroughmountainbike@gmail.com. MARLBOROUGH TRAMPING CLUB Very active club, midweek & Sun trips + regular overnight tramps. Extended trips further afield also on the cards. Ph 572 8762. MARLBOROUGH VINTAGE CAR CLUB Museum open Sun & Wed 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Brayshaw Park. Variety of unique & rare vehicles, motor bikes & paraphernalia. Entry by donation. Can open at other times by arrangement. Ph Bill, 578 4322. MARLBOROUGH YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (MYP) not-forprofit networking group dedicated to the next generation of professionals. Connecting like-minded people & fully integrating them into Marlborough lifestyle. Find us on Facebook. MENZ SHED BLENHEIM 4 Dillons Point Rd, the Bright Centre Complex. A place where men of all ages can meet to just chill out or do projects for themselves or the community. We provide equipment, tools & workspace for most woodwork & metalwork projects. Open Sat 9am-12 noon. Mon & Thurs 1pm-4pm. Dave, 0212340057. OMAKA CLASSIC CARS Aerodrome Road, Omaka. Open 7 days 11am-3.30pm. A trip down nostalgia lane for you. Over 100 cars from the 50’s 60’s & 70’s on display. Adults $15. Children under 15 free. SALSA GROOVE MARLBOROUGH Group dance classes, social parties & other dance events. A great way to meet people, keep fit & learn a new skill. Karen 027 309 0268, salsagroovenz@gmail.com, www,salsagroove.nz. SENIORNET MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS Linkwater Hall, Queen Charlotte Dv for people 50+ to learn about technology & what it can do for you. Includes monthly ‘Drop-In’ session open to all & interest groups. Digital imaging, Family History, Smartphones, Tablets. Liana 027 255 1511.

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