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Marlborough Lines business development engineer Ben Hessell at their Taylor Pass Road depot - the site of a new solar farm hoped to be operational first quarter next year. Photo: Matt Brown.
Powering the future MATT BROWN
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Harnessing the energy from the sun is a growing business in Marlborough.
Two new solar farms are currently navigating the council consent process, with one planning to rip out grapes in favour of energy generation. Ranui Solar has asked for coun-
cil consent to install up to 32,000 panels on a 16.11-hectare site in Riverlands. For context, Kea Energy’s 4000-panel 1.85MWh plant, up the Wairau Valley, was briefly
New Zealand’s largest grid-connected solar plant. The second proposed development is planned for the Marlborough Lines depot on Taylor Pass Road.
The one-hectare 1.6KWh development is expected to power about 200 average-sized homes. Marlborough Lines business
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development engineer Ben Hessell says it’s a good chance for the electricity supplier to make some new investments and trial the technology on their own land. “The amount of sun we get here – it seems to do quite well,” he says. The southern end of the Marlborough Lines depot will be converted from storage to a northfacing fixed solar array. “We’ve got a good section of land that we can get better use out of,” Ben says. He says the ex-landfill is the perfect first site to start with. “It’s close to town, close to the energy grid. “As an investment, it should make a good return.” Ben says recently there has been a lot of interest in solar generation, with several companies
The site of Marlborough Line’s planned solar plant is currently used as a storage area. Photo: Matt Brown. around New Zealand announcing new plants. Lodestone Energy have announced five solar plants across Bay of Plenty and the Far North with between 70,000 and 125,000 panels each. Ben says the potential is there to keep growing their plant, if it goes well. As an electricity supplier, Marl-
borough Lines are able to generate, but there are legal constraints to make sure they operate fairly. “A lot of change is happening,” Ben says. “Renewables is where the exciting technology is coming from. “The economies are improving on storage, like batteries. “But solar by itself stacks up.” Ben says higher power costs and
more demand with things like electric vehicles and changing industrial processes make renewable power generation more appealing. “We’ve got buy-in all the way through. The CEO has been interested in solar for a long while. You’ve just got to build it and make something happen.” Ranui Solar were approached for comment.
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Fire service restructured A nation-wide shake up of Fire and Emergency (FENZ) has seen a new fire boss appointed for the region. The move removes area managers for urban-focused brigades and stations, and principal rural fire officers for rurally-focused brigades – replacing them with a newly appointed district manager. Fire and Emergency chief executive Rhys Jones says getting the different firefighting set ups
working together as one national organisation has been necessary. "Our structural changes are about building a unified national emergency management organisation to meet the changing risks communities face across both the built and natural environments," he says. Former Tasman-Marlborough area manager Grant Haywood has been appointed to be the new district manager. Grant has been involved in fire-
fighting since 1995, starting as a volunteer and later as a career firefighter and then a manager. The restructure, which sees FENZ bring together more than 40 rural and urban fire services, and 14,000 people, into a new, unified firefighting organisation is split into 17 districts. National Commander Kerry Gregory says Fire and Emergency’s work goes a lot further than putting out fires and the new
teams will reflect its wider remit. "For years now, the proportion of fire callouts has been reducing compared to other incidents - and this will continue to be the case. A changing climate means we’ll need to respond to more frequent and severe natural disasters in the future. We are also attending more road accidents, medical callouts and incidents involving hazardous materials. "Our new structure enables us
to continue to respond to those emergencies and work with communities to keep them safe. "Reducing the risk of fire is the single most effective thing we can do in seeking to protect New Zealand’s people, property and environment. Our new structure enables us to put an increased focus on risk reduction and supporting communities to be resilient and able to recover more quickly from the impact of emergencies."
Sex and the savvy: A celebrity’s Marlborough connection From a Marlborough vine to a New York apartment – and a blend made by a Hollywood celebrity. Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker has never stepped foot in Marlborough, but she has something of a deft hand when it comes to blending a Marlborough Sav. Made in collaboration with North Island winery Invivo, Sarah Jessica has just completed blending the third vintage of their awardwinning Sauvignon Blanc. “As always, my partners Tim and Rob really surprised me with the wine samples for this Sauvignon Blanc blend,” Sarah Jessica says. “This is our third vintage so the challenge each year is to make sure our new vintage is as good as previous years, given the love and respect for it from our custom-
ers but keeping true to this year’s grapes.” Six wines, featuring grapes from Waihopai, Awatere, Dashwood and Blenheim, were posted to New York to be blended over Zoom with the South Auckland wine makers. Invivo co-founder and winemaker Rob Cameron says they usually make the trip to New York and blend the wine by hand, but international travel restrictions mean that for the last three vintages they have had to blend the wine virtually. “Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand is just such a unique wine, it’s so bright, fruity and expressionate,” Rob says. “There are few other regions in the world that can create the spectrum of flavours and aromas we are fortunate enough to en-
holds a special place in both Tim and I’s hearts and that is equally true for both Graham and Sarah Jessica,” Rob says. “Graham is a huge fan and has always drank it! He loves the tropical, aromatic styles and he loves acidity.” “We’ve used fruit from five vineyards from places like the Awatere Valley and Dashwood, and treated one of the parcels with a little bit of oak, as a nod to Sarah Jessica’s love of Chardonnay and for a softer, fuller style. “We are super proud of the wine quality and it’s a testament to this Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker blending Marlborough growing region.” Sauvignon Blanc from her New York apartment. Photo: Supplied. Invivo X, SJP Sauvignon Blanc joy in Marlborough. The wine Invivo also collaborate with Gra- was included in Wine Spectator’s is deliciously drinkable and goes ham Norton, who is also a mas- Top 100 wines of the world in extremely well with a wide range sive Marlborough Sauvignon 2020 and has been awarded two 90 points in a row for its first two of cuisine, so pretty much ticks all Blanc fan. “Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc vintages from Wine Spectator. the boxes.”
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Mental health workout CHRIS VALLI
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Snap Fitness Blenheim will open their doors to the public at no cost for one week. Snap Fitness ANZ has partnered with I AM HOPE to launch Move Your Mood For Good, an initiative to raise awareness and funds for mental health this October. Holly Ewens-Smith, club manager of Snap Fitness Blenheim, says the purpose of the week is simply to get more people moving. She says starting the conversation about the importance of mental health and helping the general public understand how mental health and fitness go hand in hand. “Moving at the gym, home, outside - whatever you want - we believe that all fitness is valid fitness. Moving your body moves your mood! For our open week, anyone can come in to use our facilities during staffed hours for free. We will ensure social distancing at all times and require guests to sign in.” During Mental Health Month, New Zealanders will be encouraged to set a goal to move their mood for good and embrace
the way positive lifestyle habits, like getting your body moving, greatly improves your overall mental and physical well-being. Holly says Snap Fitness Blenheim is on a mission to help people create positive lifestyle habits that make them feel fantastic. “Mental Health Month provides us an opportunity to engage with our community to simply get more people moving to help them feel great both mentally and physically. “Plus, during October, $5 for every new member will go straight to I Am Hope.” Snap Fitness has a positive relationship with I AM HOPE, having worked with the non-profit for three years. While life in lockdown for many will likely impact how much people are able to donate, this year Snap Fitness is asking for people to spread the word and encourage their friends and family to get involved, while donating even small amounts where possible. As part of the fundraising initiative, the teams have created ‘The Amazing Mood Chase’, an activation supported by MyZone encouraging the general public across the country to register, fundraise and pledge their own wellness goal to move their
Snap Fitness Blenheim club manager Holly Ewens-Smith will open the gym doors to the public at no cost. Photo: Chris Valli. mood for good in October. The Amazing Mood Chase is to simply help people get moving. That could be from the couch to a 5km run, a personal best in the gym or making the most out of home workouts, Holly says. “Using MyZone wearable technology we will be tracking our moves through Effort Points, however you can join the Amazing Mood Chase without one. Workouts will be posted within our Facebook group each morning with a series of videos and
explanations for people to follow We have amazing prizes up for grabs which will be drawn at random. We are also working with MyZone who are offering discounts for participants and donating $5 for every device purchased. Anyone can join the Amazing Mood Chase at any time, for a donation of $5 or more which goes straight to I Am Hope!” So move to Snap Fitness Blenheim from 27 September to 2 October.
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Biodiversity forum: A special kaupapa to encourage networking and the sharing of information and skills amongst environmental and restoration groups is coming up next month. The Marlborough biodiversity forum is scheduled for October 17, at the Port Marlborough Pavilion in Picton. This year’s theme is exploring conservation of the natural world through various lenses and will feature Order of New Zealand recipient Colin Meurk as a keynote speaker. RSVP by October 8 to biodiversitymarlborough@ gmail.com Orion retires: NZ4203, the first of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s Orion maritime patrol aircraft fleet to be retired, made its final flight on Friday after 55 years’ service. The P-3K2 Orion arrived in New Zealand in January 1967 and has had more than 27,000 flying hours, circumnavigating the globe in support of RNZAF deployments and exercises, including to the Middle East and Antarctica, to take part in fisheries, piracy, search and rescue, and other missions; and patrolling New Zealand’s extensive maritime approaches. NZ4203 and the other five Orions will be flown to Woodbourne to be dismantled. The Orion retires as the RNZAF begin the transition to the new maritime patrol aircraft, the P-8A Poseidon.
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People needed for ‘lifeline’ role MATT BROWN
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A community group has put out a call for volunteers to help fill a “lifeline” position. Age Concern Marlborough are looking for compassionate and patient people to help the primary carers of those suffering from dementia to take a much-needed break. Age Concern Marlborough volunteer coordinator Sandy Stowell says they are looking for resilient and understanding volunteers to sit with someone suffering dementia for about four hours – generally once a week. “It’s a lifeline – a gift from heaven, to go out, have a walk or a bike ride or get their hair done, and know your loved one is being looked after by someone who has been police checked, had training, and has the skills to take care of them,” Sandy says. “I’ve at least half a dozen clients who could benefit from this service.” She says they have a pool of volunteers who run their various programmes, but the carer relief position is a difficult one to fill. “There’s a certain amount of resilience required – it’s not easy,” she
says. “Signing up as a visitor – you can go places, get a coffee or visit the shops. “The carer role is different. “You need patience and understanding of dementia to be able to respond in the right way.” The paid role doesn’t require any personal care, Sandy says. “Relief carers aren’t expected to bathe, wash or toilet - they just have to be there with them. She says they offer training, but it would ideally suit retired nurses or former caregivers. “I don’t think it matters what age you are, but most people who can afford to volunteer are retired.” Sandy says she gets calls every day from people struggling. “It’s a vital service for our community,” she says. “They [the primary carers] still love them, but it’s not the person they know. It’s heart-breaking for families. “Especially when they get to the point where their loved one doesn’t recognise them anymore.” She says most of their two or three referrals each month come via the needs assessment service at the District Health Board, but they also receive enquiries from Alzheimers Marlborough and in-
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Age Concern Marlborough volunteer coordinator Sandy Stowell is on the hunt for a special type of volunteer. Photo: Matt Brown. dividuals. “Marlborough has one of the biggest percentages of elderly in New Zealand,” Sandy says.
She says compassion, patience, the ability to remain calm and an understanding of dementia are the key traits they need for the
important role. To volunteer, call Sandy at Aged Care Marlborough on (03) 579 3457.
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Science fair goes online for second year running Students are testing out their science chops as an annual competition comes around again. Virus mutations, Shaky Isle Aotearoa and Take Everything with a Grain of Salt are a few of the many investigations performed for the Marlborough Lines SciTec Celebration. But the fair will once again be limited to online entries. Students have sent in their
two minute videos, log books, charts and science board displays for local judges to pore over. Organiser Hugh Lensen says they had more than 300 registrations. “But with a virtual fair we can only handle about 200 entries, so schools were asked to reduce their entries to the virtual fair by selecting their better exhibits on a pro rata basis. “With the loss due to lock-
down, some schools have withdrawn. But we are expecting around 200.” The schools taking part in this year’s SciTec celebration include Fairhall, Renwick, Richmond View, St Marys, Waitaria Bay and MGC. Schools will be holding their own SciTec fairs leading up to the celebration. The venue for the celebration will be Stadium 2000. Exhibits will be set up for
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Marlborough Girls’ College students, from left, Bec Harris, Leni Manson and Aria Millen won a Silver award in the School SciTech fair for their project ‘Bio Pond’. Photo: Supplied.
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Tania Posa is a great example of the adage, when one door closes, another one opens. The former staff member at Stadium 2000 has turned her hand to apprentice beekeeping and is making a great fist of it. “I was part of the amazing community at Stadium 2000. I was team lead of aqua fitness, a group fitness instructor and part of the fundamentals team. “After the first lockdown and a restructure I had to make the call to leave a job I loved to secure a more stable future for my kids and I.” Tania says her kids are proud of her transition. “To make such a big change in career was scary, but with the support of my family and friends I’m glad I did.” Tania says, as a country girl at heart and with a love of the outdoors and being active, beekeeping seemed like a natural career choice. “I’m enjoying the challenge of learning a whole new career. The world of bees is fascinating. Four wheel driving to remote locations and some amazing lunch spots is awesome.
Apprentice beekeeper Tania Posa. Photo: Supplied. It can be tough with long days though, with three teenagers to get home to and feed and taxi about to their activities etc.” She started as an assistant to the beekeepers but after making good progress through the theory component of the apprenticeship is now working alongside the beekeepers. Rex Butt, Operations Manager at Taylor Pass Honey Company says Tania is a fantastic team member who is always smiling and has a positive, open mind. “Tania has been with us for a
bit over a year and has flown through Level 3 of the Apiculture New Zealand (APINZ) Beekeeping Apprenticeship. She has got three teenage kids so not only juggles work and homelife with a whole lot of stress and problems few of the rest of our team get, but also manages to be that go-to person for a lot of our younger people who need someone quiet to talk to. Rex adds, Tania’s daily work includes a lot of heavy lifting that many males can’t handle, working in some trying weather conditions, and long hours. Tania looks forward to completing her apprenticeship and continuing on with Taylor Pass Honey, who she says has been very supportive. “We’re all a pretty good team, our strengths and weaknesses complement each other well, and the comradery is pretty neat. We have a strong organised leadership team and office staff that make coming to work enjoyable. Tania says the new opportunity has made her reflect on the past year. “Life can be tough so supporting each other and being kind is pretty simple.”
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The mental health benefits of the arts CHRIS VALLI
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It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and the theme is Take Time to Korero - or have a chat. I’d like to have a conversation around the Arts and the holistic benefits it can have on one’s Te whare tapa wha and offer a bridge towards possibility. Te whare tapa whā is a model of the four dimensions of well-being developed by Sir Mason Durie in 1984 to provide a Māori perspective on health. The four dimensions are: taha tinana (physical wellbeing), taha wairua (spiritual well being) taha whānau (family wellbeing) and tara hinengaro (mental well-being). 1984? Nearly forty years ago. I wonder if mental health was a vernacular that was used in the rugby changing sheds or at the Seddon local? I would suggest it wasn’t. Auckland University Professor Peter O’Connor teaches theatre in schools, prisons, psychiatric
hospitals and disaster zones. He says to really connect to the grief (in this case living or adapting to Covid and the economic, social challenges that have arisen) the arts are a way of expressing not just how we think and feel, but they are a way for us to (actually) think and feel, as well. He should know. He has worked with teachers around the world, including some extraordinary people teaching Palestinian kids on the Syrian border. “Those teachers work to create beauty in their classrooms. And the beauty they create is an act of defiance, it’s an act of hope, it’s an act of possibility. In the wake of the Christchurch terror attack, O’Connor joined a group of 1000 people singing together in the Auckland Town Hall - and was reminded of the unifying power of music. Which brings me to Blenheim and how this town of approximately 29, 000 people punches above its proverbial weight in the
Chris Valli as Bill, Gavin Stead as Harry and Michael Cox as Sam in the 2016 Blenheim Musical Theatre production of Mamma Mia! Performing Arts scene. There is a Maori proverb, He tangata, he tangata, he tangata - it is the people, it is the people, it is the people. Local people such as the late Duncan Whiting, Kevin Moseley, Jeannie Mark, Pam Logan, Terence and Trish Burtenshaw names that are synonymous with the local theatre/arts scene and
the positive influence they have had on a range of people, cultures, genders over the years. There is a new influx of people coming through the local arts scene too who are lifting those fortunate to be involved with the arts and their lift in one’s wellbeing. I’ve been one of the lucky ones.
A Dunedin nomad who ended up in Blenheim and found himself auditioning for a show called Mamma Mia back in 2016. It was the time of our respective lives. Months of singing Abba, the social dynamic, the endorphins and the holistic well-being of the show which captured Blenheim and a newly-built theatre. Luckily, because theatre and the arts have given me opportunities. An escape, hope and a focus when life and daily routines got tough and the wairua/spirit benefitted from exploring not only my own emotions but through the collaboration of listening and responding to others. There is no greater dynamic. To grow, to learn, to make mistakes, to live! The arts and theatre have given me that. So, as Mental Health Awareness Week evolves this week, take the time to fill your own bucket, to leave your comfort zone, to have a conversation and open up. You never know where it might take you.
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Trojans live up to their name with gritty KO Cup victory PETER JONES
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Call Care Trojans are Marlborough Football’s 2021 Knockout Cup champions after dethroning reigning champs Central Wolves 4-2 at Athletic Park on Saturday. Trojans have found some superb form, especially late in the season, and capped a lengthy unbeaten run with a well-deserved cup victory. Both sides struggled to adapt to the vagaries of a strong nor’westerly wind which Trojans had at their backs from the outset. However, the men in orange made a stellar start. Within two minutes they had their first goal, Jack Morris pouncing on a goalmouth fumble from Wolves’ keeper Greg Stretch. Almost from the re-start they doubled their advantage, their ever-dangerous front-runner Tomas Lupani picking up the ball on the right and sliding it into the Wolves’ goal. To their credit, Central regrouped quickly and within five minutes had dragged the scoreline back to 2-1. Their attacking duo of Steve McCaa and Scott Wilkinson combined to create pressure in the Trojans goal mouth, forcing a defender to play the ball with his hand. McCaa stepped up and drove home the penalty from the spot, completing a frantic start to the
decider. Surprisingly, that scoreline remained until halftime although McCaa put the ball in the net midway through the half before being adjudged offside. The early goals set up an open encounter and, with the breeze causing all sorts of problems for defenders, chances came readily at both ends, both keepers being regularly called into action. After the break it took only three minutes for Lupani to again find the back of the net, but he suffered the same fate as McCaa previously, the officials flagging for offside. Central, with the wind at their backs, began to dominate territorially and looked more likely to grab an equaliser. However, it was Trojans who struck next, Morris showing fine touch to chip the ball past Stretch from close range after a superb ball from Scott Barnes had put him in scoring position. The cup holders knew they had to score next and did just that, McCaa notching his second in the 75th minute after a well-timed cross from substitute Matt McCormick had created the opening. As time ticked down Wolves threw more men forward and saw a McCaa header flash just over the bar. A few minutes later came the final, and decisive, strike. Replacement Lincoln Ellsworth showed skill to get into the box where he
The victorious Trojans crew get their hands on the Knockout Cup. Photo: Peter Jones. was felled by a desperate tackle from Central defender Nick Rayner. A penalty was awarded, which Ellsworth coolly converted, and the Trojans’ sideline faithful began to celebrate. Five minutes later the referee blew fulltime and the players were able to join their fans in celebration. Trojans skipper Kevin Huxtable was delighted with his side’s win. “It’s been a long time coming,” he said. “We are very, very happy, the boys are delighted. “Our season started off a bit rough then it picked up … this will be the 13th game in a row we have gone unbeaten. “The team has really gelled well – both on defence and in attack.” Having beaten Wolves previously this season Trojans went into the match in a positive frame of
mind. “We were confident and just kept fighting for it. It’s a great result for the club too ... we have got quite a few players wanting to join us for next season. “But tonight, we plan to have a few too many beers,” Kevin added with a chuckle. There were many heroes in the Trojans line-up, from back to front, with Lupani, Dario Salinas, Morris, Ellsworth and Huxtable prominent up front. Defensively they all played a part, central defender Brayden Livingstone combining well with Harris Morrell and Dylan Rugman, plus keeper Graeme Steel, at the back. But ultimately the whole side epitomised the Trojan spirit of hard work and commitment which goes with the club’s name. Wolves, who scored eight in their previous match, were found
wanting defensively early and never fully recovered. Having to chase the game throughout, in tricky conditions, proved a bridge too far. McCaa and Wilkinson posed a threat up front, Sam Boyce and Matthew Stretch worked hard in the centre of the field, while Paddy Stephens and Andrew McCaa were reliable in defence. Trojans 4 (Jack Morris 2, Tomas Lupani, Lincoln Ellsworth pen) Wolves 2 (Steve McCaa, pen). HT: 2-1 Trojans. In other KO matches on Saturday, Rangers Clubs of Marlborough won the Shield final, beating Rangers Masters 5-1, Central Buccaneers downed Rangers Development 5-1 in the Bowl decider while Call Care Hotspurs won the Plate by default from BV Masters.
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Mako must re-group quickly PETER JONES
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Although the wheels have definitely not have fallen off Tasman’s 2021 provincial rugby campaign, there is no doubt they need tightening and certainly some oil. However, just as one sparking victory is not enough to define a champion team in this cut-throat NPC competition, one defeat does not mean all is lost. The Mako were out-thought, out-enthused and out-scored for the majority of their 39-22 loss to Waikato at Trafalgar Park on Friday, the Mooloo men ending an unbeaten run at Trafalgar Park that dated back to 2018. It had been seven years since Waikato had got the better of Tasman and 14 years since they had beaten the Mako away from home. Tasman head coach Andrew Goodman described his side’s effort as “disappointing” and laid the blame for their demise at lack of execution. “We created enough opportunities in the first spell,” he suggested. “Even coming out after halftime we knew both their tries had come off turnovers which they had not created through any play of their own. We also felt we had left a couple [of tries] out there so we were confident going out after halftime knowing that if we finished on our terms and built some phases we could put them under pressure. “But once again our breakdown was inaccurate, they took their opportunities when they got into
our 22 and we, through knockons or missed cleans, gave them the opportunity to get on the ball where they were really strong tonight.” Andrew said the side’s build-up during the week had gone well. “That’s the frustrating thing about it … there was good energy, intent and accuracy [about our training] but we just didn’t follow through tonight, for whatever reason.” Tasman’s woes stemmed from an inability to stamp their mark on the game in the early stages. They landed a second-minute penalty and had multiple opportunities through a wealth of possession and field position to create a points buffer which would sow the seeds of doubt in their opponent’s mind. However, poor option-taking, lack of ball control and a staunch Waikato defence kept the visitors in the game, both physically and mentally. Then, two tries against the runof-play added to the visiting side’s self-belief while Tasman’s lack of attacking variation became apparent as their frustration levels rose. The home side’s inability to make the most of their rival’s willingness to concede penalties, and subsequently two yellow cards, was very un-Mako-like. Perhaps indicative of the respective sides’ struggles on the night was the efforts of their No 8s, former All Blacks Liam Messam and Shannon Frizell. The former was superb, his vast experience and game sense vital to the Mooloo effort. In comparison, Frizell had one of his least-effective games
2 pen) Tasman 22 (Fainga’anuku, Frizell, Makalio tries, Hunt 2 cons, pen).
Typical of the resolute Waikato defence on Friday evening was this double tackle on lock Pari Pari Parkinson. Photo: Shuttersport. in the red shirt, making several uncharacteristic errors. Expect a swift return to his usual lofty standards next weekend when Tasman host Southland at Lansdowne Park on Sunday, kick-off 4.35pm. Among a few bright spots for Tasman on Friday were the efforts of debutant Macca Stringer and replacement halfback Louie Chapman, who brought some urgency to the party. Once again, Timoci Tavatavanawai was a potent ball of energy on the wing and extremely unlucky to be penalised late in the match when Tasman were pushing hard for a bonus point try. But that pretty much summed up how the evening played out for the home side. Andrew said the players had taken the result hard.
“They are hurt, really hurt. “They all care for this team and when we don’t get the performance and result they will hold themselves and each other accountable. “It will be a big week for us because Southland are a bloody good team and they are going to look at [tonight’s game] and think there is a good opportunity to come up here and knock us over. “There are some clear things we have to look at because we know we have to improve quickly for next week and the coming weeks. “We are a good team … we have lads that care a lot about the jersey so we will learn from this and come back better.” Scorers: Waikato 39 (CoombsFabling 2, Lansdown, Wrampling, Cortez Ratima tries, Smith 4 con,
Women’s season over The Tasman Mako women’s team ended their 2021 Farah Palmer Cup season with a hefty loss at Trafalgar Park on Sunday. Playing the championship table-topping Manawatu side was always going to be a big ask for the Mako who, after a promising opening match, have been beaten in the rest of their encounters this year. And so it proved, as the Cyclones raced away to record to an 85-7 victory. With both sides coming out of the COVID lockdown hiatus, there was bound to be some rustiness on show, although it did not take the visitors long to shake that off, shooting out to a 10-0 lead before Mako skipper Sui Pauaraisa broke clear and ran 40m to score, providing the home side’s match highlight midway through the first half. However, as the home side tired of tackling and their first phase ball became unreliable, Manawatu’s accuracy on attack improved and the score mounted steadily. The sides turned at halftime with Manawatu ahead 33-7 and they quickly set about more than doubling that advantage in the second 40. Halfback Hannah Kelly, first five Bethan Manners and the Marlborough Girls’ College trio of Eleri James-Sitters, Fiaali’i Solomona and Lesieli Taufa stood out for the Mako, against an accomplished Cyclones’ back unit.
Renwick 6s draw cricket players from far and wide PATRICK DAWKINS
Cricketers from within Marlborough and further afield enjoyed the opportunity to free their arms and hit for the boundary as the cricket season proper moved a step closer. On Saturday, the Renwick Cricket Club staged their fourth annual Renwick 6-a-side tournament, allowing batters and bowlers to work off some rust prior to the beginning of their regular competitions. Around 50 players and a smattering of spectators made their way to the Renwick Domain, coming from as far afield as the Motueka and Wakatu cricket clubs in Nelson, as well as the Kaikoura
Cricket Club. Those three sides were joined by teams from Awatere, Canvastown, the Celtic club in Blenheim, plus two sides from host club Renwick, making a total of eight teams. Last year’s victors, the Canvastown six, were unable to defend their title, ultimately knocked out of contention in the second round, leaving the door open for a new champion. After each team had contested three matches of five overs each innings, Kaikoura and the Renwick Premier side remained undefeated. They then squared off in a final battle that went down to the wire. Needing eight runs from two
deliveries for victory, Kaikoura were not able to finish off their run chase with Renwick Premier skipper Akhil Bhardwaj beating the bat for a dot ball. Kaikoura fittingly closed the game with a boundary six, but it was in vain as Renwick triumphed by two runs. At the conclusion of a most enjoyable event, following presentations of the winner’s trophy and spot prizes, Renwick Cricket Club event organiser Kirk Nicholas said, “While the tournament is more about beginning the season with a social occasion, promoting the sport, and blowing out some winter cobwebs, it was great to see a competitive final and some young cricketers triumph”.
The victorious Renwick Premier cricket team, from left, Andrew, Blake and Benji Nation, Ritz Suthar and Akhil Bhardwaj. The winning side included senior cricketers Bhardwaj and Ritz Suthar, plus three members of the Nation clan, father Andrew and teenage sons Blake and Benji. “This is the fourth occasion we
have held this tournament to kick-off the season and it is growing in popularity. It is encouraging to draw teams from right across both Marlborough and Nelson.”
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Marlborough Sports Awards good to go PETER JONES
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The 2021 Marlborough Sports Awards evening will be staged at the Marlborough Convention Centre on Monday, November 15. It was confirmed late last week that the annual celebration of this province’s sporting prowess, which has been running since 1968, will go ahead. The traditional evening’s entertainment, to acknowledge the nominees and announce winners across several categories, will take place as long as the province is in Alert Level 1. If not, judging will still be undertaken and the various award winners will be announced in the media. After positive feedback following last year’s awards and bearing in mind the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on most sports, the MSA organising committee have decided to keep the format similar to last year’s “grassroots” approach. This was aimed at reducing potential costs to sports bodies, plus the athletes themselves Trophies will still be awarded across all five categories, with
Olympic cyclist and America’s Cup sailor Simon van Velthooven will be the guest speaker at the 2021 awards evening. Photo: Supplied. an overall winner announced, while the Marlborough Medal, for lengthy service to sport in the province, will again be presented. Organisers are hoping for a good spread of nominees across the categories [sportsman and sportswoman, junior sportsman and sportswoman, plus team of the year]. There has been a slight change to the nomination criteria this year with sporting bodies now able to nominate two individuals from within the same category, or from different categories as previously, plus a team. The organising committee felt this would aid in the selection process. Ticket prices for the evening are
Cyclist Callum Saunders, 2020 Marlborough Sportsperson of the Year, addresses the crowd after taking out the main award. Photo: Sarah Brown. $45 per head. Although there will again be no formal dinner there will be snack food available on the tables, plus some beverages. Nomination reminders forms were sent out late last week to the region’s sporting organisations who are urged to get their nominations in as soon as possible to help with planning for the event. Guest speaker at this year’s event is Olympic cycling medallist and America’s Cup sailor Simon van Velthooven. Simon, who has strong links to the province, was a part of Team NZ’s previous two successful
America’s Cup regattas. He won a bronze medal in the keirin at the 2012 Olympics and a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games in 2014. The man nicknamed ‘Rhino’, because of his bulk and power, joined Team NZ in 2015. He was one of the original group of ‘cyclors’ whose leg power helped drive the revolutionary boat that stunned the sailing world in 2017 in Bermuda. Always entertaining and forthright, Simon is keen to share stories and insight from his remarkable sporting CV. MSA committee spokesperson
Karen Hartshorne said, “We have been working hard behind the scenes to once more make this event available to the Marlborough public, despite the obvious issues beyond our control. “We have made it financially accessible to our local sports bodies and are now asking for their support in getting nominations in as soon as possible. We see this as an opportunity for them to perhaps make several nominations and to promote their sport on a wider platform. “Plus, with restricted national and international competition in late 2020 and 2021, we expect those competing at a local level to be more prominent in the various categories.” The Marlborough Sports Awards are a community event run by Sport Tasman, Blenheim Round Table and Marlborough Media. Confirmed sponsors at this stage are WK Advisors and Accountants, Redwood Trust, MoreFM and Fairweathers. For more information on the 2020 Marlborough Sports Awards please contact Peter Jones at peter@marlboroughmedia.co.nz or go to the event website, www. marlboroughsportsawards.
Shooting trophy back in Marlborough hands The Marlborough smallbore rifle team reclaimed the Hadfield Shield from Nelson over the weekend, after losing it last year. After the single round Marlborough held a one-point lead, but surged ahead in the doubles round, thanks to good scores from the lower order shooters.
Despite good efforts from the Nelson top order towards the end, Marlborough held on for an eight-point win, 2904.124 to 2896.107. Val Wadsworth was the standout shooter for Marlborough, top scoring the match with 298.19, including a fine 200.13 in the double round.
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