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Hunters donate tonne of venison GORDON PREECE More than a tonne of venison has been distributed to local families after being donated by members of Nelson’s New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) branch.

Committee member David Haynes says the target to give families in need a shot of wild game at their table was loaded in October 2021, and the branch successfully applied to the Community Organisations Grants Scheme (COGS) for funds to fur-

ther support the initiative in August 2022. He says the COGS grant was $5,221, including GST. David says between August 2022 and December 2023, 1.079 tonnes of wild venison was processed into sausages, patties, and mince

by Richmond’s Meat Solutions and distributed to Nelson Community Food Bank and Kai Rescue, who in turn distributed the venison products to more than 60 community groups. “We’re pretty stoked and a bit surprised by how successful it’s

been, it’s taken on a life of its own. Hunters are more than happy to donate, and the food banks are equally stoked,” he says. “Every time we rock up at the food banks they’re very grateful,

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Nelson’s summer markets are well underway with the Tāhunanui Beach Market making an appearance most weeks over the holiday season. In addition to the jewellery, hats, massages, and clothes being offered are Geoff Proctor’s exotic creepy-crawlies, with butterflies, beetles, lizards, and bats on display at his stall. Geoff says he has had an interest in bugs since primary school and learned a lot about entomology while working at a museum in Christchurch. Once he retired, he revisited his old hobby and began selling the exotic creatures, starting with insects before expanding into bats and small lizards. Geoff says the displays are also popular with the kids. “They just love it.” Photo: Max Frethey.

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and they make it very clear how thankful they are to us, which is wonderful. “A special mention should go out to Greg Couper [president] and Carina Jackson [committee member] who’ve been the stars and easily the two biggest providers of meat throughout the programme.” The Food Safety Authority of Ministry of Primary Industries provided support and assistance in ensuring all hygiene and safety protocols were applied. David says the branch is keen to continue the venison donations. “We’ll see if we can apply for a grant again, but at this stage we’re keen to carry it through in 2024, there’s certainly a need for it in Nelson,” he says.

Nelson Community Food Bank manager Neville Hadfield, left, volunteer Lyndsay O’Halon, volunteer David Mitchell, Nelson NZDA president Greg Couper, committee member Carina Jackson, and Food Bank volunteer Evelyn Davis. Photo: Supplied.

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Nelson artists to exhibit works A five-decade-long staple on the event calendar for local artists will take place on 13 January at Nelson’s Queens Gardens. Art in the Park has been hosted by Art Group Nelson for the past 50 years, and close to 50 artists, including oil painters, water colourists, potters, and mixed media artists, will present their creations. Art Group Nelson president, Karen Loten, says previous events had boasted thousands

of aesthetes, and gave members a morale boost. “It’s quite famous in the area, I even get a few emails from people who say, ‘when is Art in the Park’ so they can book their flights,” she says. “The aim would be that everybody sells at least something, and they feel that they’ve been recognised, that’s the pinnacle, and especially for those who have never sold anything before. “We’ve never had to cancel in

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About 30 Jaguars from 1947 through to 2015 aligned the Broadgreen grounds on Sunday for the biennial Jags in the Park, hosted by the Nelson Jaguar Drivers Club. President John Eales (pictured), says more than 100 people attended, and members of the club, which has roughly 82 families involved, were “very proud” of their vehicles which showcase the art of performance. “People admire the cars, and occasionally we pick up new members from the display,” he says. “A lot of people always wanted to own a jaguar, and now they can look at them. They’re not that expensive, especially the more modern ones would be around $18,000.” Club member Graeme King says Jaguars suited drivers like him who won’t put up with noisy Ford vehicles. “They really stand out, and I personally have had people make comments on how lovely my car is when you’re driving down the road,” he says. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Workplace culture highlighted in suicide report TRACY NEAL

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WARNING: This story is about suicide. An addiction services clinician who took his own life was said to have been stressed and exhausted as a result of a heavy workload and a management style that had left him increasingly distressed. A coroner said in a report released on Monday that drug and alcohol counsellor Andrew Walker’s death in August 2020 was self-inflicted. It triggered an in-depth investigation into the workplace culture at the then Nelson-Marlborough District Health Board. Despite WorkSafe NZ inspectors finding a “very poor workplace culture” within the board’s Alcohol and Drug Service, it concluded that no enforcement action be taken because the DHB had taken reasonable steps to address the issues. The 46-year-old worked as a youth clinician at the DHB’s addiction service. He moved to the role after working within the board’s Early Intervention Service (EIS) where he had enjoyed being able to form close therapeutic relationships with his clients and their families, the coro-

ner’s report said. His partner said in evidence that Walker found his experience at the addiction service to be very different, as was his experience with its manager. Previously, he’d felt supported by his manager while assisting clients with difficult matters, but at the addiction service, Walker reportedly felt pressured to attract high numbers of people to attend appointments. In the two years preceding Walker’s death, staff at the addiction service had very high caseloads and were struggling with a new manager’s style and initiatives, which added to the already stressful situation. By June 2020 Walker was experiencing dizzy spells, and appeared exhausted, which he attributed to work stress. The following month his partner, who also worked for the addiction service, found him staring blankly and looking physically drained and unwell. She scheduled an appointment for him with his doctor who prescribed Escitalopram for depression. Coroner Sue Johnson said in her decision that clinical notes of this consultation showed that he felt that work was the antecedent factor and a major stressor. She said a report from another

doctor who saw Walker twice in August 2020 showed he had a history of depression and anxiety and had been “on and off ” antidepressants since 2006. At the appointment on August 3, Walker cited long-term stress in his job and that he had not had a break for some time, but it was the doctor’s opinion that there was no imminent risk to Walker’s safety. He was prescribed Quetiapine to help him sleep and provided with a medical certificate for five days. At the follow-up appointment on August 11, Walker reported a significant improvement but that he was occasionally tearful. The doctor’s impression was that Walker had significantly improved, and a medical certificate was provided for two further weeks off work. On August 13, 2020, Walker and his partner attended a meeting with Walker’s manager at which the death of a former patient was discussed. Despite assurances from his partner and the manager, Walker tried to take responsibility for a possible miscommunication between himself and a doctor who cared for this former patient. He said he was not going to return to work and planned to use up his

remaining sick leave. The following day Walker felt unwell and decided to remain in bed. That afternoon his partner found him crying in bed, and then later found him sitting on the bathroom floor crying. He told her he was “having dark thoughts”. He was found dead later that evening after the family had had dinner together. On September 3, 2020, WorkSafe New Zealand was notified of an alleged unsafe work environment due to alleged bullying and unmanageable workloads at the NMDHB Alcohol and Drug Service. A WorkSafe inspector met with 11 workers who all reported inappropriate behaviours by the manager, including behaviours that could be described as bullying

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(as defined in WorkSafe guidance on bullying). The workers talked about a culture of fear and intimidation by the manager. They spoke of high caseloads and inconsistent allocation of work, as the manager was someone who “played favourites”. The DHB commissioned an external investigation by a psychologist who identified 22 recommended improvements, including addressing “the inappropriate and unprofessional behaviour of the AOD Service Manager...” Full story on the Nelson App

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Nelsonians receive NY honours for Five Nelson Tasman locals have been recognised in the New Years honours for their various services to the community: Dr Graeme Elliot, Joy Oakly, Marie Lindaya, Lindsay Wood and Emeritus Professor Don Wilson. Read their full stories on the Nelson App.

GORDON PREECE Studying albatross population at the Auckland Islands, recovering declining bird numbers, and piloting largescale predator-control programmes are the career highlights for Dr Graeme Elliott. The Nelson-based principal science adviser for the Department of Conservation (DOC) was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the New Year 2024 Honours for services to wildlife conservation. Born and raised in Christchurch, Graeme came to Nelson around 1980 and studied fernbirds in Golden Bay for an honour’s degree, banded rails in Nelson swamps for his master’s degree and mohua (yellowhead) in Fiordland, for his doctorate, which he completed in about 1990. After contract work with DOC, he landed his first official role with the department in 1995, becoming a scientist for the National Kākāpō Management and Recovery Group. “When I started doing that the numbers were very low, and by the time I stopped doing that and moved on,

things were looking up, so that was pretty good, and it was great fun working with a bunch of people who were so focused on something,” he says. Graeme has also been a member of the whio (blue duck), orange-fronted kākāriki and mohua (yellowhead) recovery groups, principally as a science advisor since 2003. “In the time I’ve been working on mohua their numbers have plummeted, but we know by now it’s to do with rats and stoats and we’re struggling to fix it, but we know what we have to do, which is really good pest control, and that’s very expensive at a large scale,” he says. “But they’re not going to go extinct, we’ve moved them, they were mainly on the mainland before but now we’ve got them on a bunch of islands with no predators.” Graeme, along with his partner, Dr Kath Walker, who was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to wildlife conservation in the New Year 2023 Honours, had also annually monitored the health of albatross populations in the sub-Antarctic since 1991.

The pair had carried out much of the work in their own time. “We had a trip down to the Auckland Islands in 1989 to look for this little rail, which is not found anywhere else, and having worked on the banded rails in Nelson, we sorted out the rail quite quickly… and we were wondering what else to do so we started counting the albatross,” he says. “At the time, the albatrosses had just been found and even killed in large numbers by the tuna fisheries, and the numbers were plummeting. “We come down each summer and we’ve got intensive study areas on the [Auckland and Antipodes Islands], and we go round and find all the birds each year to see who’s still alive and who’s died so you get a measure of the population trends, and we find all their nests to see how productive they are.” Graeme is also regarded as a cornerstone of DOC’s large-scale predator-control programmes, with his research informing the approach applied in South Island forests. The 67-year-old says he’ll continue his conservation work “until I drop”.

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service to community GORDON PREECE Securing funding for young parents’ schools was one of Joy Oakly’s cherished memories in her four decades of advocating for women. The Soroptimist International Nelson member was awarded the Queen’s Service Medal in the New Year Honours for services to women and education. Joy says she was “overwhelmed” by the honour, but it was also recognition of New Zealand and global Soroptimist organisations. “I’ve been in Nelson Soroptimists for 42 years… it’s an honour to be involved in a group that is passionate about improving the lives of women and girls, not only in Nelson but around the world,” she says. “My father supported Victory School and his passion for education was because he was told as a 13-year-old that he wasn’t bright enough to go to college… and my mother was a volunteer, she did meals on wheels for 30 years. “So, part of our upbringing,

GORDON PREECE A key player in Nelson’s climate emergency declaration and a long-term advocate for sustainable transport in the region has been recognised. Lindsay Wood was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2024 New Year Honours for services to environmental sustainability and climate change awareness. The current executive director of Resilienz Ltd, which specialises in climate strategy, low-emission transport research and undertaking the development of low carbon construction systems, says he was “very grateful” to be honoured. “I try and imagine that for a moment the King himself thought he would single out Lindsay Wood, so I’m immensely chuffed to think that someone who knows my work felt it was worth putting forward,” he says. “I suppose a message to a lot of other people would be why me? Because there are a lot of other very deserving people out there on the climate journey as well, but I’m very grateful for it.” An architect by profession, Lindsay established his own practice, WoodCo Architects,

I think, is being there to support others and to give back to your community.” Joy, who’s also a quality control consultant at Cawthron Institute, says she first joined Soroptimist International Nelson in 1981 after serving with Nelson West Rotaract for seven years. “Rotaract was in Nelson in the 70s in 80s, and it was for males and females aged 18 to 28… we did all our own projects, and we were involved with the chapel and accommodation at Lake Rotoiti, and we did clean- ups and all sorts of things as a young group,” she says. “But when the females got to 28 it was goodbye, because at that stage, Rotary didn’t take females and there was a Soroptimist Club in Nelson… it just seemed to me to be an obvious step.” Joy says one of her fond memories with Soroptimists was in

about 2010 when it attracted funding from Nelson trusts to fund a teacher who would provide learning assistance to young parents who had left school, so they could achieve NCEA levels. She says when Soroptimist proved the importance of the service in Nelson to the Ministry of Education, they took it over, and later passed on the management of the young parents’ school to Nelson College for Girls. “They have kindergartentrained people who will look after the babies, they have lots of options around services that can be provided for them as well, like getting their drivers licence,” she says. “Just going there is really heartwarming to see what some of those young women can achieve… there’s one in Nelson starting a degree course [in 2024].”

in 1976, which he says for many years was the largest provider of architectural services to ACC. Lindsay had also held educational roles within the architectural studies department at Auckland’s Unitec between 1977 and 2004, which included helping establish the first degree programmes in construction manage me nt , quantity surveying and architecture outside a New Zealand university. After making the permanent move to Nelson in 2009 or 2010, he continued his architectural work before morphing into climate strategy. He has given public talks, hosted seminars and workshops about climate change at regional and national levels, and has written widely about climate change for mainstream media, in submissions to government. Lindsay says a climate strategy highlight was co-authoring construction cost management and carbon footprint software to empower designers to explore and balance

project carbon and cost. “What partly drove me into that was my ongoing frustration that cost overruns were an endemic problem in my professional experience… that software became a very logical basis to start to develop carbon foot printing software for houses and that has led to the development of a software platform called Clear Cut,” he says. “Someone heavily involved with the Top of the South building industry said ‘thank you very much for this, I’ve waited for years’, so the development of that is certainly a major. Lindsay has also campaigned for climate-responsible transport options in Nelson Tasman which shifted in gear during plans for the Southern Link. He says the sooner the public can get their heads around climate change the better. “If we get very serious about taking it on board and learning about what we do differently and resetting our sights, we could end up a wonderful place,” he says.

GORDON PREECE Multicultural Nelson Tasman’s co-founder has been recognised for her three decades upholding local migrant and refugee communities. Marie Lindaya was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the 2024 New Year Honours for services to multicultural communities, an honour she says came as a surprise. “Where did this come from… I’m really surprised and shocked because I’m like ‘do I deserve this?’ she says. After immigrating to Nelson from Manila, Philippines in 1990, Marie worked for ACC and the Department of Internal Affairs, and noticed the

local ethnic communities were expanding, and felt they could be better represented. “There’s a need for servicing the ethnic communities and especially with the migrant workers and people coming in looking for belonging, that space, that social connection, and help to navigate jobs, immigration or social issues.” Marie has also served with New Zealand Red Cross, Salvation Army, Nelson Budget Advice, Nelson Bays Community Law, InterFaith Council Nelson Tasman, Volunteer Nelson, Te Whatu Ora Health Consumer Council, National Council of Women, and the NZ Chinese Friendship Association.

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Successes found in challenging year for council MAX FRETHEY

Local Democracy Reporter

An “explosion of costs” hasn’t stopped council staff from doing an “amazing job” at keeping the proposed rates increase low, says Nelson City Council’s chief executive Nigel Philpott. Inflation, interest and insurance rates, and depreciation costs have gone “through the roof ”, creating one of the most challenging Long Term Plans to put together in years. “Everybody wants everything, and nobody wants to pay rates, and that’s the challenge,” Nigel says. “Finding the right balance.” A business-as-usual approach to council services could have seen a rates hike of over 30 per cent. Nigel says staff have had “a hell of a lot of work” going through 4500 budget lines to cut costs without cutting back services “too much”. The council is proposing an 8.2 per cent rates increase along with a $330 annual charge for each household over the next ten years to help fund the August 2022 storm recovery. With much of the Long Term Plan work now done, Nigel says his focus for the next three years will now shift to transforming the council. “I really want to transform this

Council chief executive Nigel Philpott wants to spend the next three years transforming the council. Photo: Max Frethey. organisation and the way we work, the way we operate, the way we deliver services.” Lowering workplace stress for staff, efficiently delivering core services, and keeping in tune with the community are just some of the results he wants to see for the council. It appears that Nigel has already begun to leave his mark, despite being chief executive for only eight months. A staff survey before he was hired revealed “a number of issues” that needed addressing, but now initial responses from a recent survey are providing “really nice feedback”.

“We’re continuing to work on the workplace stress and slowly but surely improving conditions for staff,” Nigel says, though not “quick enough for my liking”. The council has also made several achievements this year that he says are worth celebrating, including signing the “outstanding” agreement between the region’s iwi and councils, the “brave” decision to transition away from commercial forestry. But challenges remain going forward for Nelson City Council, including the future of the ‘dark and dingy’, earthquake-prone Civic House, the

Elma Turner Library which is ‘limping’ along, and reinvigorating the central city. Nigel says the planned summit in March will provide a “really critical” to explore how council, businesses and the community can best meet Nelson’s need for the next decade. “It’s going to be thinking about ‘What is the role for council in re-energising the city?’ We don’t do it all, but we facilitate,” he says.

Have you been perplexed by signs in businesses saying “We don’t accept cash”? Perhaps you’ve thought ‘hold on, isn’t cash legal tender? Don’t they have to take my money by law?’ The short answer’s, no they don’t. As long as you’re told in advance, a business can refuse cash except for payment of a debt. In 2017, a Reserve Bank survey found 19 per cent of Kiwis hadn’t used cash at all in the past seven days, 42 per cent had only used it once or twice, although 80 per cent usually carried some cash. Over 60s tended to prefer cash for a variety of reasons, and so did those with limited internet access, folk with certain disabilities, and people with limited access to the banking system like anyone without a permanent address or with past criminal convictions. It’s a good idea to have some cash for emergencies like during powercuts, earthquakes and floods. So what is legal tender? All current coins, and series 3 to series 7 NZ banknotes are legal tender, regardless of age and condition, so long as they’re recognisable. CAB volunteers happily research all sorts of questions. And its free. CAB Nelson Tasman. (Pau Paru Rd Nelson, TDC Richmond, Community House Motueka) Phone: 03 5482117 or 0800 367 222, email: nelsontasman@cab.co.nz Website: www. cab.org.nz

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Welcome to 2024. We hope you had the most wonderful Christmas and New Year. Thankfully there has been a little rain, but not enough. Water restrictions are in force across our region so we wanted to share some tips to help keep your plants happy and healthy. As mentioned previously, mulching is incredibly important at this time of year. We have several invaluable options to choose from. We have small bales of pea straw and barley straw plus large bales of red clover straw. Our bags of wool mulch are proving very popular and we are getting excellent feedback from customers that are using it. Kinpak sheep manure is back in stock in 10 litre and 20 litre bags. Kinpak is powdered sheep manure and fine wool. It is the perfect mulch for citrus and any other treasures that have surface roots, such as rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, also red and black currants. Place a thick layer around your plants, ensuring it does not touch the main trunk or stem, then water it when you can re restrictions. The Kinpak will form a crust which holds moisture incredibly well underneath it. It also acts as a soil conditioner at the same

time. It can be very hard to watch our gardens wilting in the summer heat. Grey water from dishwashers, showers and washing machines can be collected and used on ornamental gardens. It is best not to use grey water on edible crops or fruit trees. Water leafy vegetable crops with a watering can or bucket. You can incorporate some liquid food at the same time. We have liquid fish, liquid seaweed and a fish/seaweed combination. Fish provides phenomenal nutrients and seaweed is a tonic, helping to maintain your plants’ health. Your leafy greens will love you for it. Now is the time to trim shrubs that have finished flowering. It is important to do this on a cloudy day, if possible, as this will help prevent tip-burn. Our sun is incredibly powerful and newly cut foliage can be burnt quickly. Perennials can be dead-headed or cut back now and it is a great time to give them a boost with fish compost and sheep manure pellets. May 2024 be a fabulous year in and out of your gardens. We cannot wait to see you in-store. If you have any gardening questions, pop into our store on Saturdays and see Philippa. Business Update. Adv.

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Clockwise from back left: Molly Clarke, Imogen Vlugter, Matthew Edgar. and Myles Smalley. Photo: Supplied.

An old comedy for a new audience Nestled in the embrace of Nelson’s historic Fairfield House courtyard, summer evenings in Nelson are set to become a symphony of fun and frivolity as award-winning talents Molly Clarke and Matthew Edgar, along with Imogen Vlugter and Myles Smalley, bring their talents to the fore in Piece of Work Productions’ performance of ‘The Servant of Two Masters’. “There’s something very quintessential summer-in-Nelson about enjoying a picnic tea while watch-

ing a live performance,” says director Anton Bentley. “Last year we enjoyed five sell-out shows.” Identities are mistaken, engagements are broken, and lovers are reunited in this uproarious comedy masterpiece. Fuelled by witty dialogue, improvisational madness, and slapstick humour, it promises laughter at every twist as the wily and chronically hungry servant Truffaldino hatches a zany scheme to double his wages (and his meals) by serving two masters at once.

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“It’s an hilarious farce,” says Anton, “and such an entertaining and memorable way to spend a couple of hours on a summer’s evening with family or friends.” Anton says he’s also delighted that Matthew Edgar, Myles Smalley and Imogen Vlugter – the trio from last year’s Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged – are back again this year with the addition of award-winning actress Molly Clarke. Molly says she’s delighted to be joining the cast having previously

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acted with Anton and Matthew in last year’s ‘Horton hatches a controversy’ at the Nelson Fringe Festival. “I loved watching the Complete Works so much last year, it was so funny,” she says, “so I’m really looking forward to being part of such a physical and high-energy show.” Molly says she’s also looking forward to being part of a live performance after immersing herself in film production for the past few months. But all of her hard work

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paid off, taking home awards for best actor, best screenplay and best film for her film ‘The anniversary effect’ in the recent Top of the South Film Festival awards. “There’s nothing quite like being able to tell people’s stories, engage audiences and inspire and entertain them,” says Molly. ‘The Servant of Two Masters’ is at the Fairfield House courtyard, January 9 – 13 and 15 – 17 at 6.30pm. Tickets from events. humanitix.com/the-servant-oftwo-masters

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Sun’s the limit for e-bike

Iconic Christmas lights switch off after 14 years

Awesome. You could do that for cars, be a lot cheaper and safer. Marion Maxwell

Thank you Terry, we have so loved your lights - thank you for your commitment to spreading Christmas joy. Lauren Nicole

Unclear impacts at NMIT amid Te Pūkenga axing

Thank you Terry, for all the years of beautiful memories we had, when we used to bring our children to see your Xmas light and hear the music. It always made our Xmas that much special. Much love and blessings to you and your wife, and a very merry Xmas always. Daryn Deane

Should be a positive move for NMIT as they have been well run in the past when local. Patrick Pascoe Whatever the benefits of either organisation. It wastes taxpayers’ money to flip flop every 3 years. Maybe it is time for a longer term for governments? Janet Ellison

Thank you for the years of fun you have provided our family and everyone else in the community too. Gem Burke

Nelson sailors with wind in their sails

Nelson ‘hurtling’ towards lifeless future, students warn

Awesome effort, Noah and Dave Heather Arnold

Great they have included a parking building, one thing that has been overlooked is access to these areas for elderly and disabled who, for example, couldn’t walk from Trafalgar Centre, but some great ideas. Sarah Mitchell Nelson is wonderful. And so much to do. Incredible sports facilities, clubs, endless

Way to go, Dave!! Nicky Shaw

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town, city or country. Then you can appreciate (or not) our little city. There are worse places to be. Chrissy Randall The epitaph used by generations of young ones who are leaving the nest. Many come back, because they realise they were wrong. Fiona Steffens When I grew up here, children & teens created their own fun - mostly in the great outdoors. We did not expect to be handed anything. We made it. Like trolleys for the trolley derby, rafts, tyre tubes down the rivers, beach bivvies etc. We did not expect to be entertained. We created our own entertainment. We didn’t expect Mum & Dad to fund us. We got part-time jobs, paper runs and berry picking, hop picking, cleaning etc. We saved for things we wanted or needed. Yes Nelson was a quiet sleepy hollow back then too. If it is all so boring why are so many families choosing to live here? Kath O’Regan

outdoors opportunities, no better place to live. And yes, young people leave for uni and city life but many come back choosing this cool city. Rachelle Davis

Sold out crowd enjoy L.A.B

As towns go it’s a bit bland and the only businesses that can afford to be on the main street are the chain stores. I always tell young ones to get out once you leave school and see how it is to live in another

They were amazing!! Troy Kingi and Dave Dobbyn, the crowd was rocking! Shaz Nicholls

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Step back in time with Nelson’s heritage houses Immerse yourself in two of our region’s best heritage attractions, surrounded by beautiful garden parks: Isel House and Broadgreen Historic House. Isel House is a distinctive stone homestead first built in 1849. Isel is the legacy of the Marsden family, an affluent family who were farmers, botanists, environmentalists, and philanthropists. Peel back the layers of history inside the house with exhibits and collections that celebrate the house and its families (the Marsden’s and its second owners, the Nicholls). Climb the beautifully crafted timber staircase. Wander alongside panelled walls and see the stunning stained-glass skylight. Discover collections of fine ceramic treasures, 17th to 19th century European furniture, and reproductions of significant paintings.

There are two special rooms for children, ‘The Tiny Room’ and the ‘Dollhouses of Elaine Baumfield’, which makes this a great place for families to explore. A children’s quiz is also on offer. Relax with a cuppa and a bite to eat at the Garden Window Café before taking a stroll through glorious Isel parkland and gardens. Just around the corner you will find Broadgreen Historic House, a two storey cob cottage, built in 1855. When you walk through the door you are truly taking a step back in time! Wander through Victorian rooms, elaborately furnished with ornaments, gadgets and art from Nelson’s past. Explore bedrooms of the past, a gentleman’s study and a fully-equipped kitchen and dairy. Learn about the families (the Buxtons and the Langbeins) who lived here and experience what domestic life was like for early settlers. Our exhibition, ‘Langbein Time’ (ends Jan 31st) looks at the era

of the Langbeins, owners and orchardists at Broadgreen for over six decades. For fashion history fans, there are garments on display from Broadgreen’s nationally significant textile and costume collection. For children we have Bags of Fun, packed with activities to do in the house and at home. Upstairs they can enjoy craft activities and enjoy playing in the ‘box room’, an interactive space for children to dress up and learn about history through fun activities. This year’s children’s quiz is to find the “mouse in the house.”

Finish your visit with a wander through the stunning Samuels Rose Garden. Isel House, 16 Hilliard Street, Stoke. Open Tue-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 12pm-4pm. Entry by $7.50 suggested donation.

Broadgreen House, 276 Nayland Road, Stoke, open daily 10.30am4.30pm. Entry $7.50 adults, $2 children. Free for locals!

Your destination for all things boats! Operating for over 23 years, Image Boats Ltd is an Invercargill-based company that has grown from a one-man band based in his backyard into a major player in the alloy boat industry. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team, Dean and Stacey Wilkes, Image Boats operate a retail store and produce custom made boat builds which are highly personalised for each and every customer. Originally a Sheet Metal Engineer by trade with a love of boating and a passion for waterskiing, Dean first began his boat building career on a working holiday in Australia 25 years ago and has never looked back. “Tried and tested on the notorious Foveaux Strait, our Image Boats are 6m-12m alloy boats and are custom designed and built to our customer’s specific requirements,” says Dean. “Our unique design includes toilet and shower in a separate

outside cubicle, a fully enclosed cabin with comfortable sleeping for four adults, along with a full kitchen complete with stove top burners, oven and table with seating.” Family is truly the heart of the

business with children Anastasia, Arielle, Raquel and Lachlan all playing their part in the business as they grew up, along with wholehearted support from family and friends throughout their journey, explains Stacey.

“I’ve heard it said many times that it takes a village to raise a child – well that has also applied to establishing our business. There is no way we could have done this on our own! But what fun, what memories, and what amazing ad-

ventures we have had and what wonderful places we’ve visited and people we’ve met.” Having travelled extensively on the water during their lifetimes, Dean and his family are currently continuing a Wilkes family tradition with their annual Christmas Tour around the South Island. Showcasing the latest Demonstrator boat, the tour serves not only as a great family holiday but also shows the versatility of a boat being able to comfortably house a large family for a month. Image Boats will be visiting the Nelson region from Jan 10 through to Jan 16, and the Abel Tasman from Jan 17 to Jan 19, where their latest design will be available for both viewing and test driving. Following this, the West Coast will be the last stop in the Top of the South leg of the tour before the Wilkes family start the trek back to Invercargill. Make sure to pop in for a chat about how Image Boats can make your boating dream a reality! “We tailor every build to you, let’s have a chat.”

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Loads of family fun to be had at Nelson’s annual summer races Join the Nelson Harness Racing Club for exciting fun at the ‘Summer of Harness Racing’ meeting at Richmond Park Showgrounds on Friday 12 and Sunday 14, January. Catch all the action both on and off the track with plenty of family fun and entertainment. The Club is proud to host its annual race meets this coming month, with the first race kicking off at 2:30pm on Friday, and Sunday’s races starting at 12:20pm. Organisers say there are plenty of fun activities for both children and adults to enjoy. This annual event will feature the Nelson Pine Industries Nelson Cup on Friday, and then Sunday is Magic Mile Day with all the races happen-

ing over one mile, providing super exciting action, including the Nelson Pine Industries Classic Mobile. A popular event on the local calendar, the Nelson Harness Races Summer of Harness attracts over 5,000 people over two days. With full TAB facilities available, people can back their winning horse, go for the crowd favourite or pick the underdog. You’ll love the atmosphere at the races with live music throughout the day, fantastic local food and beverages, fun competitions and stylishly-dressed people everywhere. ‘Fashion on the Field’ is held on Sunday at the summer race meet each year and ladies and gents are encouraged to dress up and strut their stuff on the catwalk for the chance to win some great prizes. Details of ‘Fashion on the Field’ are updated regu-

As the beer en fantast freque nine Sp located Allamericanlover will be back in 2024 after missing the 2023 meet. larly on Nelson Harness Racing Facebook page. MoreFM and the Club will provide plenty of games and activities during the day to entertain the kids including free children’s entertainment with bouncy castles, pony rides and the chance to meet the Canterbury Kidz Kartz Ponies which will be racing on the track during the day. Celebrating over 130 years, the Nelson Harness Racing Club (then known as the Nelson Trotting Club) was formed in Nelson in April, 1890. Today the Nelson Harness Racing Club is an innovative and dynamic feature of the Nelson community. The club’s

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Food & Drink Hot days, warm nights and cold beers on the menu at Sprig + Fern As the home of hops, craft beer enthusiasts have a fantastic range of venues to frequent this summer with nine Sprig + Fern Taverns located across the region. Each tavern proudly serves sixteen core range award-winning beers and ciders on tap, including the summertime favourite Mango + Lime Cider, and offers something for every palette with their refreshing summer menus all while providing a familyfriendly vibe. On the back of one of their biggest award-winning years, customers can look forward to sampling some of the best craft beer in New Zealand from Hazys, dark beers, lagers and pale ales through to IPAs, as the Sprig + Fern Brewing Co team have amassed dozens of accolades both locally and internationally, winning a total of 32 awards this year alone. Back by popular demand is their limited-release brews includ-

ing ‘Wai-iti Ultra Session Lager’ at 3.2% ABV and ‘Haze of the People #2’, at 5.1%. The ‘Waiiti Ultra Session’ is a refreshing lower alcohol option that brings full flavour with a crisp finish and medium-body. The Wai-iti

hops will quench any thirst with a refreshing splash of freshly squeezed lime and stone fruit just the thing after a day of salt, sand and sunshine! The ‘Haze of the People #2’ is a hazy pale ale made with the Big Four hops:

Motueka™, Nectaron®, Nelson Sauvin™ and Riwaka™, that were chosen by ‘The People’. This brew is as quintessentially Kiwi as they come. Picture a pavlova teeming with fresh fruit - juicy satsuma, ripe pineapple and plump stone

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All aboard the Summer (Fun) Bus It’s not really a Nelson summer without a ride around the coastline to the beach on the double-decker summer beach bus. Popular with all ages, particularly on the top deck with its stunning views of the harbour, the bus service gives the thousands of holiday makers staying in the Tahunanui area a car-less way of getting to the retail delights of the central city. Alternatively, city dwellers and visitors can ride to a day at the beach without any parking concerns or sand in the car. Nelson Tasman residents are blessed with several beaches that are consistently voted the best in New Zealand, including the long white sands of Tāhunanui. The shallow waters of Tahunanui Beach are perfect for both novice

and experienced swimmers, but if you’re a water sports enthusiast, the beach offers plenty of other opportunities for kayaking, paddleboarding, wind and kite surfing, with equipment rentals available, allowing you to explore the bay a from a different perspective. For those who prefer a more relaxed seaside experience, there’s nothing quite like taking a leisurely stroll along the water’s edge or casting a line out to sea. Complementing the beach itself is a diverse range of leisure activities as a result of ongoing development of the spaces and facilities, including skating, pro-karts, a water slide, trampoline park and Natureland Eco Zoo. At the Holiday Park (the summer buses’ main drop-off and pick-up point), the public (and dogs) are welcomed to The Deck Café (open 8am – 8pm

for snacks, drinks and meals), an 18-hole mini-golf course and adventure playground with mega bouncy pillow. The Summer Beach Bus is put on for the community and visitors by Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park with support from Uniquely Nelson. Ticket prices: Adult $4.50 oneway / $8 return; Child $2 oneway / $3 return; Family pass (2 adults/2 children) return $20. Available on board (cash only) or at Reception of the Holiday Park.

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Explore our region Searching for something to do in the upcoming weeks? Then look no further! We have compiled a list of some free events that will be showcased around the region. From live music and market days to family fun and entertainment for the kids, Nelson Tasman has you sorted this summer! Kicking things off with regular fun summer activities are our local libraries. Running until Jan 24, take part in their Summer Side Quests challenges that will test your stamina, creativity, constitution, and charm, or join Nelson Public Libraries on Jan 17

in celebrating all things sci-fi and fantasy alongside the grand reopening of Elma Turner Library. There will be lots of fandom fun and activities based on all your favourite comics, movies, games and tv shows! Local markets will be in full swing including the famous Nelson Market on Saturdays, the Monty’s, Motueka and Richmond Park Markets on Sundays, the Nelson Farmers Market on Wednesdays and the Isel Twilight Market on Thursdays. The Tahunanui Playing Fields will also be playing host to their fabulous Tahunanui Beach Market on Jan 16. The ever-popular Summer Movies Al Fresco runs until Feb 24

and will be screening a great collection of movies in our lovely parks across the region, so grab a blanket and some snacks, and head out with friends and family to enjoy the movies outdoors this summer. Kick back and relax on Jan 12 with the NBS Tahuna Summer Sounds. Open from 4pm to 8pm at Tahunanui Beach Reserve the family friendly festival will see local musicians performing across two different stages. For the kids, Isel Park hosts their annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic and Garden Games on Jan 14. Running from 10:30 until 1pm, with face painting and balloons, a magic show, puppet shop and bouncy castle, there will be plenty

to keep the teddy bears and their friends busy! Or look to the skies on Jan 20 and 21 for the annual Summer Kite Festival held at Neale Park. Open from 12pm until 5pm the festival fills the heavens with a fantastical display of kites and is a great day for all the family. The council Parks Programme has begun and will be hosting Treasure Hunts around the region on Jan 11, 15, and 19. Set off on extraordinary adventures, discover hidden magic and bring your friends and family along while you search for hidden tokens and gems. Gather your loved ones to join in the final stage of their Amazing

Race programme on Jan 23 at the Botanical Reserve at the Centre of NZ or enjoy an exhilarating morning of outdoor fun at Ranui Park in Stoke on Jan 17. Walk the City Murals tour, enjoy the milkyway from one of our Dark Sky Parks in Wai-iti and Lake Rotoiti or challenge your friends at the various disc-golf courses. Visit the saltwater baths in Motueka, or see the weathered ruins of the Janie Seddon shipwreck, follow any one of the art, wine or craft trails that stretch across the region and enjoy just a taste of what Nelson Tasman has offer!

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Yesteryear items dusted off for sale Antiques and collectables dating back to the 1850s will be on display and available for purchase at a Club Waimea event hosted by the Nelson Bottle and Collectables Club on 13 January. Convenor Graeme Galey says the event, which has been hosted by the 20-member group for more than 25 years, had always generated “great responses”. “I think we had somewhere between 1500 and 2000 people come through last year, so it was an amazing response, and we aim it at this time of year because we know there’s a few out-oftowners about as well,” he says. “The public will have the ability to buy off some of the stalls and we’ll probably have somewhere between 30

and 40 displays where people show off their bottles, antiques and collectables, and the range of collectables is massive. “Some people collect anything that’s ever been made on this planet… they could be anything from cast iron money boxes, to bottles, to teapots or morning jewellery.” Graeme says the event, which opens between 9:30am and 4pm, requires a gold coin to enter. “We hope we get a good public attendance because at the end of the day, if we had no public attendance, I’m not sure if we would do it for just club members. If we can get anywhere near [1500 or 2000], we would be happy as.”

Graeme Galey says antique money boxes will be included in the sales. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Lois Boyd, left, and Brodie Hemmings-Sykes, second left, are passing the mantle of their Annual Vintage and Retro Market to Nelson Tasman Hospice. Photo: Gordon Preece.

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Nelson Tasman Hospice are “super excited” to add a fundraiser to support its patients after accepting an offer to organise a popular January market. The Annual Retro and Vintage Market, which takes place at Hope Recreation Hall on 13 January, had been managed since 2019 by vintage and retro enthusiasts Lois Boyd, Katrina Richards and Brodie Hemmings-Sykes, and the demand for sale items had boomed. Lois says due to the increased demand, the next mission for the market was to expand it, and she thought a change of hands could pave a better pathway to make it happen. “I think a lot of vintage and retro items are becoming more collectable, a wide range of people are more interested in things pre1990s,” she says. “People want to expand [the market] and we always have a waitlist of people who want to be stallholders, so we just thought it was a good

time to hand it over to an organisation that would be able to manage it, rather than three individuals who have all got day jobs as well. “Handing it over would also be a good fundraiser for them.” Nelson Tasman Hospice head of supporter engagement and income development, Donna Ching-Tregidga, says the generosity and support from the trio for the organisation to host the market had been “fantastic”. “We’re super excited to add an event to what we fundraise for, and we encourage anyone to come out and visit and support the event, and we want to thank Lois, Katrina, and Brodie for letting us get involved,” she says. “Each year we have around a $3.5 million shortfall to operate the service and we care for around 240 patients a month, so [the gold coin entry fees and the stall holder fees] would go towards the ongoing sustainability of the service for the community.” The market will be open between 9am and 3pm.

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Kickboxers earn country’s first medals JACK MALCOLM While Nelson’s S.M.A. kickboxers are back in town, the afterglow of a successful World Championships still lingers. The local team brought home all four of the country’s medals from the WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) World Championships, becoming the first New Zealanders in history to earn a podium at the event. Five locals, Sarah Randall, Aaron Thomas, Lily Sinclair, Miguel Nunez and Yvonne Murray, who moved from Europe to train with the team in October, made the trip to Portugal at the end of last year to fight the world’s best. While Yvonne has experience at the highest levels, the rest of the team had not fought on international soil and came into the tournament as underdogs. “Being isolated in New Zealand, and even more so in Nelson, throws many obstacles our way, least of all the lack of high-level sparring and competition,” says head coach Sallie McArdle. “However, that didn’t stop this group of underdogs, even compared with the rest of the New Zealand National team.” Fighting in a highly competitive division, Miguel Nunez was impressive as he secured himself a top 15 world ranking. After a bye in his first round, Miguel faced the Greek number one and found himself behind in a back-and-forth fight heading into the final round. But two standing counts from constant pressure in the third round gave Miguel the win and put the division on notice of the up-and-coming young fighter. Going into the quarter-finals, Miguel faced up against a much more experienced Croatian op-

The S.M.A. Kickboxing team of Aaron Thomas, Lily Sinclair, Yvonne Murray, coach Sallie McArdle, Sarah Randall and Miguel Nunez travelled to Portugal at the end of last year for the WAKO World Championships, which is recognised by the International Olympic Committee. Photo: Supplied. ponent and this time found himself on the wrong end of a rallying last round. “Another of our superstars starting out on his combat journey,” Sallie says. “At 21 years, Miguel has a huge future ahead of him.” Sarah picked up three of the team’s medals, fighting in the veteran division and having an automatic berth into the semi-finals of the kick light, point fighting and light contact divisions. Her improvement was noticeable against some of the world’s best, with Sallie saying she was hard done by after having her best per-

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formance in the last fight of her competition. Yvonne was the other New Zealand representative to medal, earning bronze in the light contact after some dominating fights earlier in the division. Having moved to S.M.A just months before the fight, she had previously trained in Italy and has years of international fighting experience. “(It was) not the result we wanted but an incredible achievement nonetheless, with Yvonne taking her rightful place on the podium of the highest level competition in our sport,” Sallie says. At almost 41 years old, Aaron

Ludvig Persson has won the boy’s 12 division’s shotput and discus events at the recently held North Island Colgate games. The Athletics Nelson representative also placed fifth in the long jump, while Bella Cain-Townley raced in the Girls 14 division’s 1500 and 800-metre races, where she finished eighth and 10th respectively.

2x50m relay saw William Seymour and Mia Cain-Townley come in with a winning time of 54.98, ahead of Max Skehan and Brooke Swan in second (56.75) and Joel Verran and Leticia Schaefer in third (57.03). They’ll all be back in action this weekend as Hampden School Pool hosts the SNM Country and Town Championships.

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Local swimmers ended their 2023 with the Adam and Eve relay at the Swim Nelson Marlborough Long Course Champs. The

The local GCC Don Reylad Stars will see top locals play it out this Saturday for their spot in the national finals. Nelson Hine-

faced opponents young enough to be his sons and discovered first-hand the speed and power of those youngsters at the top levels. Having said he was going for the experience, he was treated to a first-round draw against the third-best fighter in the world in his division. “Aaron can hold his head up high in the knowledge that not many 40-year-olds can say they went toe to toe with the best fighters in the world and took not one, but two of them to a split decision,” Sallie says. “I can’t wait to have Aaron help coach the new wave of fighters

moa Croquet Club’s Stephen Green will face off with Richmond’s John Kane after Riwaka did not put forward a representative this year, with play commencing at 9:30am. The national finals will be played in Dunedin in March.

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Josh Clarkson’s impressive summer has continued after he was named in the Black Caps’ squad for their T20 series against Pakistan. The all-rounder with powerhouse hitting was named as a potential debutant for game three only of the five-match se-

coming through our amazing club whanau,” says Sallie. While Lily was the better technician in her fights, she struggled against the size and weight of her opponents in a tough division. Despite her young age and still being new to the sport, she impressed Sallie with her persistence and the learnings she’ll take home. “Lily just never got the opportunity to show what she can do. “I have zero doubt Lily will be a regular fighter on this circuit and will continue to learn and rise through the rankings until she sits with the best.”

ries, having made his international ODI debut earlier in the tour.

Running

There was a large field of 77 local runners in the mix for Nelson Road & Cross Country’s first pub run of 2024. Curtis Moore came out as the overall race winner with a 26:53.8 on the 6.2km course that started from Two Thumbs Brewing and traversed up the Centre of New Zealand and along Walters Bluff. Next week, racers will take on the Marsden Valley from The Turf Hotel.

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Athletic College Old Boys back in winning column JACK MALCOLM Local premier grade cricket was back in action on Saturday after a well earned summer break. Teams kicked straight into the one-day competition, with Wakatu New World Nelson City falling short in their chase by 58 runs after NBS Athletic College Old Boys made 231/7 from 40 overs. In other results, Wolves (Wanderers/Motueka) were controlled in their chase of Waimea Toi Toi United’s 153 all-out, winning by four wickets as Finn Raxworthy led the scoring with 45 before he was stumped. And Stoke-Nayland continued their form with a strong win over Nelson College by 152 runs at Marsden Recreation. Coming into the game at fourthequal on the leaderboards, ACOB were in desperate need of a win to keep their playoff hopes alive against a team who were second on the table. Adding to the pressure was the loss of seven of the 12 players who had taken the field in the

David Zohrab was in fine form as he smashed 113 runs from 103 balls in his return for ACOB on Saturday. Photo: Evan Barnes/Shuttersport. last round-robin game of 2023, an eight wicket win over Nelson College. But, there were some welcomed returning players who added the necessary experience to notch up

a strong score to defend. Captain Ollie Jones-Allen returned to the squad after missing several previous rounds with his commitments to the Nelson Griffins.

He was joined by former Nelson College captain Sam John, who made his debut for the premier team, and the Zohrab twins, Thomas and David. And those additions paid divi-

dends, with David notching up a 113 run innings to set the team up well. Ronan Restieaux, another player returning to the fold, added a handy 53 as he teamed up with David for an 135 run fourth wicket partnership after ACOB found themselves three down for just 10 runs early in the proceedings. With rain reducing play to 40 overs, the 232 score to win for Wakatu was a formidable task, but one they made a strong attempt at chasing. But a growing required run rate saw them have to take dangerous chances and fortune wasn’t on their side after they had set a solid enough foundation to give it a crack. A steady stream of wickets at the death saw them bowled out in the 38th over for 173. The competition continues this Wednesday with the resumption of the T20 competition, with WTTU hosting Stoke-Nayland at Jubilee Park, Wolves hosting ACOB at Brightwater Domain and Wakatu hosting Nelson College at Victory Square.

Tata Beach welcomes back sea swimmers PETER GIBBS It’s a rare pleasure to swim in the clear waters of Tata Beach in Golden Bay. The pleasure was even greater than usual for the 105 participants when the annual Tata Swim resumed on Sunday after a fiveyear break. The Takaka Swim Club was boosted in organising their traditional event by the Nelson Triathlon Club, which provided extra organisation, registration and timekeeping. From the gun, Otago student Josef Scott sprinted to a handy lead, which he didn’t relinquish over the 1200m course to Tata Island and return, despite the best efforts of Tasman School teacher Hayden Squance. It’s the third time the pair have raced over the past ten days, with Josef now holding a 2-1 lead. Canterbury University scientist Christoph Bartneck took third place ahead of Palmerston North Boys High School swimmer Flynn Balfour and Waimea College principal Fraser Hill. The next three places were a Linyard family benefit, with Keshia, 15, winning the women’s section ahead of Nia, 13, and father and

swim coach Jon Linyard. Another family got into the act with Mark Oliver taking ninth place as he won the M60-69 section, 12 seconds ahead of his wife Karen, winner of F60-69. The next three women to finish were Kate Alexander, Maddie Seymour and Jude Vincent. John Hellemans competed as an elite triathlete until in his forties, after which he clocked up nine age group world triathlon championship wins. At the same time, he established himself as one of the world’s foremost coaches. George Hilgeholt also has an illustrious career, both as a triathlete and a coach. The pair dusted off their wetsuits to take the first two places in their age group, despite neither having any recent racing. Competitors opting for a shorter race were ferried across to the island for a 600 swim back to shore. Tandia Fisher, 13, was a clear winner from Zack Gibbs, Stu Balfour and Matanga Marsden. Renee Hunt swam with her daughter Hazel, 13, to take the next two places. Ralph Hetzel, 80, distinguished himself by being the oldest swimmer in the race - and the fastest

80-year-old. The Nelson Tri Club continues weekly racing at the Nelson Yacht Club every Thursday through to March, with the 3.8km Ironman Challenge scheduled for Sunday January 21. Full details and results at nelson seaswims.co.nz

Above: Hayden Squance, left, and Josef Scott. Left: Tandia Fisher as she exits the water at Tata Beach. Photos: Yvonne Hilgeholt.

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Nelson Restorative Justice Trust

AGM An invitation is extended to stakeholders and interested parties. Please join us in person 5.30pm on Wednesday, 17 January 2024. In Community Corrections Office meeting room Albion Square, Nelson, just behind the court house. RSVP by 15 January by email to: office@rjnelson.nz

Wednesday 10 January 2024

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Classifieds Trades&Services DEATH

DEATH

STEVENS

LENTING

GERRARD

Jarrod Ivan

To my darling Jarrod, Love Winnie. Always in my heart.

FUNERAL

SANSOM

Gaye (nee Redpath) Passed away on Tuesday 19th December in Nelson. Family and friends will be celebrating the wonderful life of Gaye on Monday 15th January from 3pm – 6pm at The Boathouse Society, 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson. Messages can be sent to mike@sansom. nz. Kua haere ia ki tōna moenga roa. May she rest in eternal peace.

DEATH

PRICE

Rosemary 22.08.1934 - 26.12.2023 Rosemary left us suddenly and unexpectedly after having spent a precious Christmas day with family. Much loved Mother to baby Geoffrey (deceased), Kathy and John. The best motherin-law you could ask for; a creator of such great memories for our family, we miss you already, Fiona. Cherished Nana to her grandchildren, Brent, Cristin, Chloe, and Sophie and to her four great grandchildren. A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Coastal View Rest Home for caring for Rosemary over the last 18 months. We are respecting Rosemary’s wishes for her ashes to join her beloved husband Don’s in a private family ceremony. We love you Mum.

AUTOMOTIVE

Lisa Michele

Robert Anne Franciscus

Born April 14, 1949, in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. Passed away December 9, 2023 in Blenheim. Loved and remembered by his family and friends. A private cremation and celebration has taken place. We would like to acknowledge the exemplary care and kindness of the staff at Aberleigh Rest Home and Dementia Care in Blenheim.

Unexpectedly at home, aged 56 years. Much loved Mother to Alyssa and Ella ,and a loved grandmother to her fur babies Alfie and Urie. According to Lisa’s wishes, a private cremation has been held and a memorial service to be held at the Richmond Church of Christ on 11th January 2024 at 2pm.

DEATH

BOWDEN

DEATH

Lester Keble

HARRIS

Christine Ann Died peacefully at Nelson Tasman Region Hospice on 4th January 2024, following her battle with cancer. Wife of John. Loved mother and mother in law of Aimee and Craig Groome. Adored grandma to Erica, Rico and Ayla. Loved sister and sister in law to Donna and Kim Harris, and cherished aunty. Messages to Harris family, 113a Tasman Street, Nelson 7010. According to Christine’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

At Nelson Public Hospital on 21st December 2023, aged 82, with family at his side. Dearly loved husband of Loretta for 62 years. Adored father and father-in-law of Annette & Simon, Wendy, Caroline, and Peter & Helen. Sadly missed grandfather and great-grandfather. Loved brother of Graeme, Colin and Frances (Fran) Stenning, and friend of many. In accordance with Lester’s wishes, a private ceremony has been held. Messages c/- 5 Hurricane Way, Burleigh, Blenheim 7201.

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SITUATIONS VACANT

DELIVERERS WANTED

Interested in fundraising for a club or social group? THEN WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU! We are looking for individuals or groups to deliver our award winning newspapers. Our runs can be done individually or shared amongst a group , as the famous saying goes. “Many hands make light work”

For further details please email: deliveries@thedeliveryguy.co.nz

ARBORIST

AUTOMOTIVE The Gas Stay Specialists

Boot Struts

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AUTOMOTIVE

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BUILDER

CARS WANTED

AUTOWRECK NELSON $$ CASH PAID $$ * CARS VANS UTES TRUCKS

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Notice to all Advertisers: By placing your advertisement you agree with the terms and conditions of the Nelson Weekly Ltd. Payment is due by the 20th of the following month. All debt recovery costs will be on-charged to the customer. Interest will be charged on overdue debts greater than 90 days. Cheques are no longer accepted. Should you require any further information please view our Terms of Trade at https://topsouthmedia.co.nz/terms-of-trade/ or call 548 5900 option accounts.

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Wednesday 10 January 2024

Trades&Services CLEANING

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Specialising in

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CONCRETE

CONTRACTOR

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$26 +gst pw

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FIREWOOD

Firewood

Domestic & Commercial Wiring

6 Metres $500

PV Solar expert

3 Metres $300

Maintenance & Repairs

Only at Quality Firewood

Registered Electricians

Phone or Txt

Hotmix

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$26 +gst pw

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Mowers Chainsaws and more Repairs and Sales

6cm x 1 column only

We sell the best and service the rest

$26 +gst pw

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GardenAffairs

A HANDYMAN GARDEN SHEDS DECKS & FENCING LANDSCAPING HOME MAINTENANCE PAINTING EXTERIOR/INTERIOR JOINERY/CABINETRY

Brent 020 4156 7993

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LANDSCAPING

Regular maintenance Pruning Lawn mowing & care Handyman work Window Cleaning Small jobs welcome Lesley & Nick

027 831 4414 gardenaffairsltd@gmail.com

LANDSCAPING

HOUSE WASHING

NELSON

• House Washing • Commercial Building Washing • Roof Washing • Gutter & Driveway Cleaning • Moss & Mould Treatments

L ROOF MOLD AND ECIA

MOSS REMOVAL

022 132 6947 brad@washrite.co.nz

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26 Gloucester Street, Nelson 03 539 1122 timsgarden.co.nz

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

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0274 490 622

6cm x 1 column only

Kitchen Units Home and Office Furniture Doors - Interior locally owned and operated

ELECTRICIAN

www.rdelectrical.co.nz

0800 nelmac | nelmac.co.nz

KITCHENS

ELECTRICIAN

18b Wakefield-Kohatu Highway, Wakefield

• Caravan & Campervan LPG servicing

quote

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Ph: 021 482 088 or 542 2328

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

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Flights

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$26 +gst pw

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Pick up and Delivery Available

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$26 +gst pw

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Lawn mowing One off/regular Free quotes Winz/pensioner rates

A/h: 547 4839 M: 027 522 5223

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Wednesday 10 January 2024

Classifieds

Trades&Services MASSAGE

MECHANIC The Gas Stay Specialists

Boot Struts

Level 1, 280 Trafalgar Street the-grand-retreat.com thegrandnelson@gmail.com 03-539-1188

YOUR TRADE OR SERVICE RIGHT HERE? 6cm x 1 column only

$26 +gst pw

PH 548 5900 PLUMBER

APEX PAINTERS

0800 273 969 Interior and Exterior Painting

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PAINTER

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NO JOB TO BIG OR TO SMALL Work References Available

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PAINTER

PH 548 5900 sales@nelsonweekly.co.nz

PAINTER

- Exterior/Interior - Airless Spraying - Waterblasting - New & Old Work - Fully Qualified Tradesmen - Obligation Free Quote

PAINTER

Interior & exterior New homes Wall papering Repaints & renovations

$26 +gst pw

Call Adam

027 671 8417 or 544 9415

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Plumbing Gas Drainage

$26 +gst pw

www.nbd.co.nz

Call Steve for a quote

P. 538 0755 or

PH 548 5900

021 0235 2728

ROOFING

• Gas maintenance • Hot water issues • U.V. and filters

03 547 0002

No job too big, too small or too ugly!

ROOFING

0800 666 677

03 922 9353 infinityplumbing-gas.co.nz

TV AERIAL/INSTALL

$26 +gst pw

Television - Aerials and Installation Telephone, Internet Problems and Installation

Stoke

WATERBLASTING

Roof treatment for lichen, moss & mould House washing Gutter cleaning Solar panel cleaning Paths, decks & driveways

www.nelsonwaterblasting.nz tasmancomtech.co.nz

PH 548 5900

Ph: 538 0824

Proudly supplying Orange Residential Homes roofing requirements for over 10 years

WATERBLASTING

022 064 9822 sparkle@nelsonwaterblasting.nz

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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• Water leaks & more

027 371 0434

cell. 027 6316 319 email: maria.plumbher@gmail.com

www.clyne-bennie.co.nz

• Leaks • Repairs • Maintenance • ReRoofs • New Roofs

• Plumbing maintenance

PLUMBER

maria wilson

certifying/craftsman plumber

6cm x 1 column only

AWARD WINNERS

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www.brumwellpainting.co.nz

PAINTER

STUMP REMOVAL

Stump GrindinG ServiceS Stump Grinding Tree Felling & Removal Site Clearance Andrew Workman

021 081 82 123 Free Quotes & Prompt Service

www.stumpgrindingservice.co.nz

Wednesday 10 January 2024

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