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Council confident Nayland Pool safe MAX FRETHEY

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Claims of people being threatened with knives at Nayland Pool have stoked a frenzy on social media, but Nelson City Council is confident its contractor is maintaining a safe environment. Shelley Bishop posted in a Facebook community group about an experience that her friend had at the pool on Sunday, 19 November. She says a group of young teens had pulled a knife out and, after pool staff were alerted, beat the 6-year-old child who had let staff know in the changing room. “These kids are entering the complex with knives, screwdrivers, and hammers in their bags,” Shelley claims. “They have absolutely no fear of adult authority, they will threaten to stab you, they don’t care. I want to see these kids completely banned from the premises.” Her post caused a wave of outrage and Shelley says four other people have reached out to her and shared similar experiences. One woman told Local Democracy Reporting

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Climate change inspires new book KATE RUSSELL After a 15-year break from writing, Nelson author Lindy Kelly has just published her 26th book with all profits to go towards the restoration of the Kellys Conservation Forest wetland.

Lindy, whose family owns the “magical” property in Enner Glynn, says her children’s book, called ‘The Ghost of Brian McBoggarty’, is set in a swamp. “It’s a work of fiction about a small boy with a sharp and inquiring mind, who wants to know everything he can about

the swamp he lives next to … including the boy who drowned there many years ago. Lindy says, one thing that motivated her to write the book was her growing

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FROM PAGE 1 that kids threw chunks of concrete into the pool during a visit last summer and, when her husband told them not to, they threatened to stab him. She says she is “really shocked” to hear the behaviour is still occurring this season. “We’re not going to use Nayland Pool this year, which is a real shame, it’s a great facility,” she says. Both women want stronger enforcement from pool staff and the kids banned from the pool. “Every family has the right to be there and enjoy their day,” Shelley says. Council’s group manager community services Andrew White says, they are aware of the incident on 19 November.

“We take any incident like this very seriously,” he says. “Having spoken to CLM staff about the incident, we are confident that they handled the incident to a high professional standard.” He adds that the knife involved was a butter knife and that the child who held it up was trespassed for a day. “As there was no threat to public safety, [council’s pool contractor] CLM management did not contact the police.” The pool hosts about 35,000 visitors during the five months it’s open each year. Andrew says there were just two recorded incidents last summer, one of which required staff to call the police. Pool staff met with police and Whanake Youth to discuss strategies around conflict and young people ahead of

this summer season. “Staff have been forging close relationships with young people at the pool to maintain a safe atmosphere,” Andrew says. Kai Rescue also delivers free fruit to the pool, “which can help calm things down on a hot day”. Andrew says that the council is in contact with CLM daily and is immediately contacted after serious incidents, which the po-

lice are informed of “when necessary”. Safety incidents are also discussed in monthly meetings. “Staff will continue to monitor the park, including changing rooms. There will also be a security guard onsite on Saturday afternoons,” he says. “We have every confidence that CLM and Nayland Pool will deliver another fun and safe summer season, as they do each year.”

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Cars have careened into properties after speeding down Marsden Valley Rd, but new speed bumps aim to curb the issue. Photos: Supplied.

Speed bumps to stop 115kmh speeds MAX FRETHEY

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Parents are welcoming the installation of speed bumps outside of a primary school where drivers have reached speeds of 115kmh. Nelson City Council has recorded speeds along Marsden Valley Rd, outside Nelson Christian Academy, over the past two years and found that a substantial number of vehicles exceed the 50kmh speed limit. “It’s actually dangerous,” says one parent. “It surprises me a child hasn’t had an accident… because there’s such a heavy load of cars and buses around this area.” “I can’t imagine the logging trucks will be happy about it, but it’s good,” another says.

“Whatever keeps the kids safe.” Between December 2022 and March 2023, almost 82,800 vehicles travelled along the road with 17,863 of them going between 51 and 60kmh. A further 1134 were recorded going above 60kmh, meaning 23 per cent – almost a quarter – of vehicles exceeded the speed limit. Speeds as high as 115kmh have been recorded outside the school. Because of the high speed of some drivers, there have also been three incidents of cars speeding across The Ridgeway and crashing into peoples’ properties, narrowly missing their houses. “More and more people are living along this road and it is essential to ensure people travel at safe speeds to reduce the likelihood of accidents,”

says the council’s group manager infrastructure, Alec Louverdis. Data shows that if a pedestrian is hit by a car travelling at 40kmh, the pedestrian has a 30 per cent chance of dying. If the car is travelling at 60kmh, the chance of dying jumps to 95 per cent. This week, four speed bumps will be installed on Marsden Valley Rd between its intersection with The Ridgeway and the entrance to Nelson Christian Academy – four is the recommended number of speed bumps needed to slow vehicles. The speed bumps will be combination of speed

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Climate change inspires first book in 15 years FROM PAGE 1 knowledge about the “massive” role that wetlands/swamps play in climate change. “A wet swamp can sequester up to 2400 tonnes of carbon per hectare compared to a pine forest, which holds only 300 tonnes per hectare. “In New Zealand, 90 per cent of our wetlands/swamps have been drained. Yet drained swamps emit carbon. So, the wet swamps we have left are very precious and rare.” Lindy says, they have such a wetland on their farm as a part of the Kellys Conservation Forest project. “We have been restoring it for some years now and all the profits from this book will go towards its continued restoration.” Lindy says she also wanted to write about a child who was “full of curiosity about the world around them and passionate about learning”. “I wanted this child to be full of confidence and conviction, brave, a free thinker, and self-motivated to travel his own journey. I have this character, Vinny, in the book.” Lindy says the book was written over several months in conjunction Local news

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with the illustrator, Trudy Nicholson. “She’s a wonderful photographer as well as being a talented and published author herself.” The book was published by Kauri Press and printed by Copypress. Lindy’s last published book was an adult novel called Bold Blood in 2008, which topped the bestseller list in NZ. “Since then, most of my energies have gone into farming and conservation. However, with this book, I have the chance to marry the enjoyment of having another book published with my concern for the health of the planet.” Lindy says although ‘The Ghost of Brian McBoggarty’ is a fictional story, there is information in it that will interest children and teachers who care about the environment and global warming. “This book is dedicated to all children with wonderful inquiring minds. I say to you, you have a priceless gift.” The book can be purchased from Volume Books online or directly from Lindy for $20 (including postage) at lindykelly@xtra.co.nz

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Organiser Paula Campbell, centre, with Ellie Beever, 15, left, and Theo Beever, 12, who sold Christmas decorations at the market. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Tin-selling gifts for loved ones GORDON PREECE Thousands of merry marketgoers stopped at the Great Christmas Market at Founders Heritage Park on Sunday with about 100 Nelson Tasman stall holders selling their Christmas gifts. Organiser Paula Campbell says the event, which has been held for the last 11 years, was a ma-

jor boost to small local business owners, and provides an opportunity for Christmas shoppers to understand the backstory of their gifts. “I just love the idea that the money is going back into the community - these are all small business owners and they’re just out there making a living. This is such a big day for them,” she

says. “It’s all about, shop local, shop small, handmade, to get away from that department store shopping. “It’s nice to meet the maker and get the story behind the product, how it’s made, where it’s come from, it just makes that gift giving a little bit more special.”

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Dr Ros Pochin, Dr Kate Gregory, and Dr Luke Newnham were some of the guest speakers at Friday’s survivorship day. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

Cancer survivors empowered GORDON PREECE About 70 breast and gynaecological cancer patients, their carers, and health care professionals attended an empowering session at Founders Heritage Park on Friday. Survivorship Days, hosted by the Nelson Regional Breast Cancer and Gynaecological Cancer Trust (NRBGCT), are specially developed for breast and gynaecological cancer survivors to forecast life beyond cancer treatment and to provide patients with coping mechanisms during treatment.

Friday’s event was the first Survivorship Day hosted by the organisation since 2018. Trustee Karen Scott says the health care professionals who presented included Helen Nott from Active Physiotherapy, PHO dietician Kate Goodman, Nelson Hospital breast cancer nurse Mary Woodford, Nelson breast surgeon Ros Pochin, and Nelson medical oncologist, Kate Gregory. Survivors came from Golden Bay through to Marlborough to hear the speakers. Topics included the importance

of exercise, maintaining a healthy diet, 3D prosthesis for women who have had mastectomies, surgical updates, and breast cancer treatment developments. Karen says, the patients and survivors all gave positive feedback about how the event created a space for practical advice, and the ability to connect with other women so they were no longer on their cancer journey by themselves. NRBGCT offers a range of support to cancer sufferers. Visit nr bgct.co.nz for more information.

Christmas Tree Festival switches on

The popular Nelson Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival began on Friday with a Light Up service. The long-running festival sees a range community groups and schools decorate a tree in a creative way, and they are all on display inside the cathedral until 14 January. This season, there will be late night Fridays on 15, 22, and 29 December and lunchtime concerts on weekdays from 1pm-1.30pm, from 4-20 December.

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The $3.2 million project has been completed on time and within budget and the road has reopened to traffic. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith says, the upgrade of the stormwater pipes in lower St Vincent St is about making our city more resilient to flooding and climate change. “It is difficult to appreciate the scale of these engineering works when they’re underground, but they involved the installation of a massive pipe, 1.8metres in diameter, and a large stormwater mixing chamber.”

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Get your ship together! A safety message from the Nelson Harbourmaster

With the sunny weather and fish biting we have had a busy couple of weeks on the water. A couple of incidents provide a timely reminder that things can and do go wrong out there – no matter where you are. The first incident was a small fibreglass run-a-bout that had stranded halfway up the Boulder Bank. A mobile phone was the only form of communication on board... and it was wet! Luckily a passing yacht contacted us or things may have turned out quite differently. One person was treated at hospital for hypothermia, and this was only after 30 – 40 mins wet. Fortunately, we picked them up in time to prevent any further harm, however the craft itself was not so lucky and was salvaged as a wreck the following day. In the skipper’s words “When it went wrong, it happened so quick.” This is why we insist on two forms of waterproof communication – a mobile phone is never enough. The second incident involved four people who set off from Tāhuna beach for a day of paddleboarding. An offshore wind at Tāhuna may seem like perfect conditions, but once you are out from the beach the ‘not so gentle’ breeze can make paddling back quite a challenge. These people did not have PFDs (personal floatation devices AKA lifejackets) and were struggling to get back to shore. Please make sure you check the weather conditions before you go and only paddle to your ability. Use the Port Nelson harbour conditions webpage to see what it’s like before you head out, and if you are unsure get local advice or stay close to shore. The key things to remember to keep you and your loved ones safe: always wear your lifejacket (put it on at the shore and take it off at the shore), take two waterproof forms of communication, check the weather and tides, avoid alcohol, and tell someone your intentions before heading out. In the event of an emergency, call 111 (Police), use VHF Ch 16 or activate your beacon. For more information pick up a ‘Know before you go’ guide at the boat ramp or from the Harbourmaster office across the road from Ruby’s Café.

The annual Retirement Village Christmas Cruise driven by Cambusters Nelson was in full throttle on Sunday, revving up season’s greetings at retirement villages in Richmond and Stoke. Committee member Jim Armstrong says the event, which has circuited for about five years, was about giving back to retirement home residents with Christmas decorated vintage vehicles. “They absolutely love it, they come out and have a look at the cars, and they talk about the cars that they used to learn to drive, it’s absolutely great,” he says. “It gives us as much joy as it does for them.” Back row: Ian Douglas, left, Jim Armstrong and Adrian McGillan. Front row: Wendy Silke, left, Jac Silke, Andrea Armstrong, Kodi McGillan, Cathy Tuck, Nicola Pons and Edwin Pons. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Drunk driver steered Jaguar at crowd TRACY NEAL

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After driving his silver Jaguar at a group of people at the Maitai Valley Camp Timothy Rory Rynd drove through the campground’s front gate and roared off down Nelson’s Maitai Valley Rd. It set in motion a series of events that ended with Rynd being charged with driving in a dangerous manner, driving with excess breath alcohol, and resisting police - all of which he pleaded guilty to in the Nelson District Court on Monday. A member of the public called the police at around 10pm on 18 October this year to say a suspected drunk driver was at the campground.

The police summary of facts said Rynd had been driving his silver Jaguar around the camp and had crashed into a fence. He then aimed his car at a group of pedestrians at the camp, which forced them to flee and take shelter beneath a nearby embankment. Rynd then left the camp, driving straight through the front gate. He was stopped soon after by the police in nearby Nile St. The police told Rynd he was under arrest for dangerous driving, but he denied he was and refused to get out of the car, despite being asked twice. He then physically resisted being arrested by bracing himself inside the car, resulting in him having to be removed by force.

pation on the charge sheet read “bartender”. “The reasons advanced is that he has, or intends to have, employment in the tertiary sector, that requires him to have standing as a fit and proper person,” Judge Barkle said. He said nothing further was advanced in the application for name suppression, and that the “extreme hardship” test under the relevant section of the Criminal Procedure Act had not been met. “The application fails and is well short of nearing that high bar,” Judge Barkle said. Judge Barkle noted Rynd had appeared in court previously, before remanding him on bail through to 5 March next year to consider his application for a discharge without conviction.

He was then taken to the Nelson Police Station where an evidential breath test was carried out. Rynd was found with just over three times the legal alcohol level, with a reading of 846 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath. The legal limit for a driver aged over 20 is 250mcg. The 58-year-old sought name suppression when he appeared in court. His lawyer Josh Friend said he planned to seek a discharge without conviction and wanted name suppression to protect his chances of a job as a lecturer in the tertiary sector. However, Judge Garry Barkle said the application for name suppression fell well short of the hardship threshold and denied the request. He also noted Rynd’s occu-

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Agency aims to stop bureaucracy ‘gobbling’ community groups’ time and money MAX FRETHEY

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Growing workloads and shrinking wallets are putting pressure on community groups. But a new initiative hopes to provide some much-needed relief for organisations across the Top of the South. There are about 1600 non-government organisations across Te Tauihu and advocates say that a community development agency for the region could ease a lot of their bureaucratic burdens. “It’s intention is to make community organisations more effective and efficient by taking some of that back-office headache away for them and doing that as a collective,” says Leigh Manson, the project lead for establishing the agency. The agency is still in its formative stages, but she suggests it could help community organisations by providing a single client management, human resources, or accounting system. These organisations are limited in their capacity, especially as their workloads go “up and up and up”, says Community Action Nelson

Community Action Nelson trustee Kindra Douglas and project lead for establishing a community development agency Leigh Manson say the agency would ease pressure for community groups. Photo: Max Frethey. trustee and agency supporter Kindra Douglas, so efficiencies needed to be found. “This is about community organisations calling for support and help, and us saying, ‘Let’s sit down and think about how we could restructure this so it works more effectively for you.’” Kindra says, the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of community organisations and so it was essential they able to keep delivering results for

locals without being held back by paperwork. “That means more money going to the actual work rather than just the bureaucratic work, because that’s gobbling a lot of resource.” Leigh says commitments from the National Party to enable community groups to deliver results locally provides the agency with an opportunity as the party leads the country’s next government. “The more coordinated and organised we appear, the more likely

w e are to be able to potentially get some funding.” Leigh is also hoping to get the project included in local councils’ Long-Term Plans for some funding support, which they could then use to leverage additional funds in the future. But for the regional community development agency to get off the ground, it needs more support from those it’s trying to help: community organisations. Initial conversations are proving promising, with a recent survey showing that 44 of 45 community groups were interested in being involved with a development agency. Leigh urges community organisations across the Top of

the South to fill out the most recent Department of Internal Affairs survey before 14 December to highlight their current issues which she can then use to help inform the potential direction of the agency. Groups interested in getting involved can contact Leigh at RCDA.mahi@ gmail.com. “In order for us to increase the wellbeing of people living in New Zealand, we need to be doing lots of things, but we need to doing them together.”

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Man grew cannabis plant in order to ‘achieve something’ TRACY NEAL

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Trees and power lines don’t mix Trees and vegetation can cause power cuts. That’s why it is important to manage them so that they don’t grow too close to power lines.

He was seen smoking what appeared to be a bong outside the Nelson City Library, which was later confirmed by police as correct. Joshua David Hutchison now has 150 hours of community work ahead of him after he was convicted and sentenced in the Nelson District Court on Monday, on charges of possessing utensils for using methamphetamine and cannabis, and possession of a cannabis plant he told police he’s “tried to grow in order to achieve something”.

In October this year, he was seen by a member of the public sitting in his car outside the library, smoking what was reported to be a bong. The police were called and found a burn-marked meth pipe on the seat of Hutchison’s car when he was stopped on Waimea Rd. The cannabis plant was found in the boot of his car, which he admitted was his, and that the bong was also his. Hutchison, who was on an invalid benefit, also had outstanding fines that were wiped in lieu of the sentence of community work. Judge Garry Barkle convict-

ed him on the three charges and said that while his commitment to a prior sentence of intensive supervision in March last year was “quite positive”, the outcome didn’t seem to have impacted his use of illegal substances. Hutchison was sentenced to 150 hours of community work which included remission of almost $4000 in outstanding fines.

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People flying in and out of Nelson Airport on Saturday may have been given an extra instruction for take-off and landing - ‘don’t worry about the smoke and fire on the tarmac’. That was because a full-scale emergency exercise was being conducted with 80 to 100 emergency service personnel and volunteers, simulating an aircraft crash landing. Nelson Airport senior rescue fire office, Matt van der Heyden, says the exercise went off “without a hitch”. “It was a chance for us to test our preparedness and our communication with one another in a full-scale simulated environment.” Photo: Jack Malcolm.

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The Network Tasman Trust grant will assist local organisations like Project Jonah New Zealand to help make a positive impact on the wider community. Photo: Project Jonah NZ.

Network Tasman Trust 2023 grant recipients announced Network Tasman Trust has given out more than $200k to local organisations to help build better communities. The trust saw a record number of applications in 2023 but has managed to grant a total of $212,678.86. Trust chairperson Gwenny Davis says the trust is delighted with the positive response. Funding generally falls into five main categories: art and culture, education, environmental and energy-saving, social support services, and sport and recreation. A range of organisations applied

across all sectors with successful recipients including Project Jonah New Zealand, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Helping Families Nelson and The Waimarama Community Gardens. Project Jonah received a $2000 grant to help deliver inspirational and empowering training to young and passionate teenagers from across the Nelson Tasman region. General manager for the organisation, Daren Grover, says Project Jonah was thrilled to receive a grant from the Network Tasman Trust.

“Early next year we will be inviting 15 Year 12 students in the region, through their schools, to attend our marine mammal medic course.” He says the course is just for those in the Top of the South and is only possible thanks to the support of the trust. Big Brothers Big Sisters, now in its 25th year of operation will use their $3000 grant to continue making a positive impact in the local community. Programme director Tracee Neilson says they are now the largest mentoring programme in New Zealand

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made from macrocarpa by a Nelson Tasman family-owned sawmill. “We are pleased to allocate five beds to the Te Whatu Ora Disabled Support Service adult gardening group. This inclusive approach will allow individuals with disabilities to engage in gardening and benefit from growing their own organic food. The funded, raised garden beds will greatly enhance the Waimarama Community Gardens and provide an even better environment for our gardeners to grow organic food.”

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COMING SOON Cinja Paffrath, Lennard Herden, Jette Bärmig, Isabelle Simon, Benny Horst, Christine Erdmann, Luise Loock, Nele Gräf, Jana Körner and Paulina Aicher. Photo: Anton Meyer.

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For more than 15 years, a Nelson-based company has been helping German visitors make the most of the region. ‘Auszeit Neuseeland’ helps young people to organise their year abroad in New Zealand. Young people can access different experiences depending on the individual, such as internships, volunteering, work, and travel. Benny Horst, who is originally from Stuttgart, Germany, came to New Zealand for the first time in 2007 after university. He then travelled all over New Zealand doing language courses in Christchurch and Auckland. After that, he returned to Germany for two years to gain work experience. Benny returned to New Zealand at the end of 2009 and was looking to stay longer. He had the chance to take over the Auszeit Neuseeland programme in Nelson. At that time, it was a small programme that had started just two years earlier. He now owns the company, and today more than 100 par-

ticipants a year are supported by Benny and his team. The programme supports young people with finding internships and volunteering, usually for around two to three months. These are often combined with language courses beforehand. Participants stay with host families to give them a real sense of what it’s like to live in Aotearoa. The working holiday is Auszeit Neuseelands largest and most popular programme. Visitors begin planning their stay six-to-eight months before the year abroad with the team. Assistance is offered with organising the trip from searching for flights, to helping with credit card applications and a packing lists. New arrivals take part in a two-day introduction seminar where they are told some Kiwi basics such as how to buy a car and the best places to visit in New Zealand. “The most enjoyable part is seeing how the participants develop during their time abroad,” says Benny. “We are a bridge between Ger-

many and New Zealand and are able to put ourselves in people’s shoes. We are there to help.” Two previous participants have returned positive feedback. Lina Sahr and Marieke Rabe are currently doing the Cambridge course at the Nelson English Centre. Both are here on sabbatical in New Zealand and have, so far, improved their English through the language school and made many friends along the way. “The team are very experienced, and you can always rely on them when you have any problems,” says Marieke. “I think it’s a great experience and you learn so much about yourself and to be independent.” Lina agrees. “You get to know so many different people from other countries with different cultures,” she says. Benny says they are always looking for host families, work placements and volunteering opportunities. To find out more, go to www. auszeitneuseeland.com

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Opinion Council’s financial woes I read of the Council’s real financial woes as presented by Dr Nick Smith. I find it difficult to take in this information without immediately thinking of the stupidity involved in the introduction of the Bus service. I’m not sure of the passenger capacity of these buses but would estimate 52. I have been making notes of all those I have seen cruising around town and have never seen more than five passengers at any time - frequently it’s been less than four. The cost of leasing these expensive electric vehicles must be very high - this cost is being picked up by us, the ratepayers. It’s obvious that any fares paid wouldn’t even cover the driver’s wages. How did the crazy decision to run these vehicles get through council? The council that bleats of financial shortfalls. The job they do could easily be handled with regular eight-seater vehicles. A minor point too, is the difficulty manoeuvring around these giants in and around Marybank, where the roads are narrow and windy. Geoff Drewett

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What a great initiative but reading is taught at home and parents have to remember, they had children and part of that is to make time and teach them what they need to know. It seems many parents these days expect school to teach kids everything they need to know, unfortunately it doesnt work like that. If the parents are not confident readers then it is going to be very hard for their children to be confident. It is a very hard problem to solve but it needs to be, and addressing the real issues are paramount. Graeme O’Brien

LET’S LAUGH AND LEARN FROM OUR HISTORY I got a peek preview last Saturday at the rehearsal of CHONA, The Complete History of Nelson (Abridged). This humorous, action packed, 80-minute show on at Founders Heritage Park from 1 to 10 December is a ripper and a must see. The show kicks off the 150th celebrations of our Nelson City Council. We have commissioned a history of the past 50 years to complement earlier publications that cover 1874-1924 and 1924-1974. This work is being overseen by Councillor Mel Courtney who, in his remarkable service to our community, was a Councillor 50 years ago when Council celebrated its centenary.

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The book will be a more accurate and studious look at our past than CHONA. It is delightfully funny with perverse scenes that blur New Zealand’s very first game of rugby at the Botanic Gardens with our most famous Nelsonian, Ernest Rutherford’s splitting of the atom. CHONA is being directed by Nelsonian actor Mark Hadlow who played Dori in The Hobbit and was the lead role in MAMIL – Middle-Aged Man In Lycra. CHONA is the second production by The Professional Theatre Company, which was launched earlier this year. I am so keen for this new theatre company to succeed as it supports Nelson’s role as a centre for the arts. Few theatre companies exist outside New Zealand’s main cities. The show is written by New Zealand’s most talented playwright, Greg Cooper. He wrote The Complete History of New Zealand (Abridged) in 2006 that was equally cheeky, light-hearted and affectionate. I loved it, too, but this year’s Nelson edition is even funnier. Greg Cooper is joined on stage by Donna Botha and Doug Brooks. All three give brilliant performances but it is the chemistry between them that makes this show zing.

Friday, 1 December, 5-9pm Victory Square, Nelson Join us for free and fun family activities in Victory Square. We will have loads of sports and play equipment, Juggling, Skipping and more. Free Kai including a vegetarian option for participants.

Nelson is a truly unique city with our own history and identity. We want to use the 150th commemorations of our Council as an opportunity to reflect on our past as we look to the future. CHONA helps us celebrate who we are and laugh at ourselves. You will regret it if you don’t go.

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Nelson Weekly intern Anton Meyer, tries his hand at sailing, after a failed attempt as a youngster. Photo: Jack Malcolm.

‘Have a go’ on the water Anton Meyer is a 19-year-old German who is interning at Nelson Weekly. Editor Sara Hollyman convinced him to take part in the Nelson Yacht Club ‘Have a Go’ day on Saturday and write about his experience. On Saturday I went to the Nelson Yacht Club Open Day and thought I would try my hand at sailing. I had attempted sailing once in Germany about 10 years ago, but it wasn't a good experience for me. A combination of speed and tight turning meant my friend and I crashed and sank the first time. For a nineyear-old, this was enough to put me off. Now I am in New Zealand on a work visa, doing an internship at the Nelson Weekly. My work team convinced me to try wingfoiling at the open day. First, I had to do some research to know what I was getting myself into. I watched some videos about wingfoiling and quickly realised that it was going to be a challenge. On the day, I was fitted out with a wetsuit and life jacket. Unfortunately, the wingfoiling spots had all been booked up so I thought I’d try sailing one more time. I was taken straight to the dinghy with another guy, Andrew, to be delivered to a small sailing boat with two girls prepared to give me a lesson. However, they both decided to get out and let us two amateurs sail ourselves. I was nervous thinking about when I was nine, in fact, as soon as I pulled up on the street’s edge the nerves had set in. Andrew had only sailed with his mate a few times and it turned out that we got on quite well.

Luckily, he knew how to pull Despite the nerves, we had the ropes and manoeuvre, so a lot of fun and were the last the wind was in the sail. ones on the water. Basically, all we Overall, the experihad to do was ence has got me expull on the rope cited about sailing to bring the sail again. closer to us to get The Nelson Yacht more wind in the Club offers prosail and go faster. grammes for sailTo slow down, ing, windsurfing which was what I and wingfoiling struggled with as from beginner to a youngster, you advanced. Anton Meyer let go of the rope a little bit and the For information on sail opens up more. lessons available through the You are on the ropes all the club, vistit www.nelsonyacht time and it is also important club.org.nz that you always let the wind go into the sail. If you pull the sail towards you to build up speed, the boat tilts slightly and the side you are sitting on rises. We managed the turns well, they are not as easy as you might think, and we both managed to dodge the sail as it swung back and forward over us. I was steering with the rudder at the back.

Born from a desire to see families supported by their community members, Bellyful has been nourishing and connecting communities for nearly 15 years. Becoming a member of the nationwide organisation, Sarah Kerby was instrumental in establishing the Nelson branch in 2018 and is very deserving of this month’s Local Legend award. After a conversation with a friend Local Legend sponsor Nelson Auto Glass who was already an active Specialists, Toby Bowden with our Novemvolunteer, a team of like-minded ber recipient, Sarah Kerby. To organise a individuals was brought together pasta drive or connect with Bellyful further visit www.bellyful.org.nz to form a Nelson branch. “We had our first referral within twenty minutes of quietly launching our Facebook page. There was a huge need for Bellyful in our community, and it makes me feel good to help people going through a tough time.” Bellyful nourishes and connects communities by cooking and delivering free meals to whānau with babies or young children, who need support. “It has been one of the most fortunate spontaneous decisions I have ever made. Through volunteering with Bellyful, I learned about volunteer management, public speaking, fundraising, and stakeholder management with our awesome sponsors. It led to an incredible role which kickstarted an absolute dream career for me. One of the best parts of the journey has been connecting with an amazing team of community-minded people. There’s immense power in collective action with people that share your values, and together we’ve made thousands of meals for local families in need of a bit of support.” Sarah’s dedication comes from an absolute commitment to create positive change, she says. “There’s so much joy to be found in making a meaningful impact to people, even if it’s just dropping off some macaroni cheese to a new mum. Every effort you can make, no matter how small, contributes to building a better community. When you volunteer you give so much to others, and in return you learn amazing skills, meet incredible people, and receive a wealth of experiences, opportunities, and fulfilment. People were incredibly kind and helpful to me when I was a single mum, and I felt a responsibility to continue to pay that forward. When my youngest son was diagnosed with cancer a couple of years ago, I was overwhelmed by the support we received from our community. We actually received Bellyful meals over this time, so I know firsthand what a big difference these make to families going through a challenging time.”

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The colouring skills of four primary school students has earned them the opportunity to get up close with the subject of their drawings – the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter. With over 200 entries in the NBS Rescue Helicopter Appeal month colouring competition, seven winners were welcomed onto the rescue base near Nelson Airport last week. Enner Glynn School’s Lawrence Ciminiello was one of the winners and took the opportunity to take a look inside the chopper. The winners had the opportu-

nity to visit the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter hangar in Nelson to meet the crew, ask questions such as “why are there so many buttons [in the cockpit]?” and for some – even sit inside the helicopter. Each winner received a $50 Prezzy Card for their efforts. The colouring competition was distributed as part of the NBS Rescue Helicopter Appeal month to schools throughout the regions the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust operates in – from the Marlborough Sounds to Westport. Children around

the Nelson Tasman region also had the opportunity to enter with a special feature wrap on The Nelson Weekly during October. NBS’s community engagement manager and established artist, Nic Foster, judged the entries. “We were so impressed with the range and quality of the entries. Picking just a small selection of winners was such a difficult decision, but we considered the age of the entrant, creativity and imagination, use of mediums and the attention to detail. Well done to all who entered.”

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Students tackle ‘boring’ city centre MAX FRETHEY

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As council officials and business leaders debate how best to revitalise Nelson’s “boring” city centre, a group of Nelson College students reckon they might have the answers. The class of Year 10 students have spent the year listening to experts such as urban planners, developers, engineers, and architects as they build their own research and critical thinking skills ahead of developing their own plans to breathe some much-needed life into the city’s CBD. “It’s the big end-of-year culmination of the whole year of learning,” says their teacher Richard Brudvik-Lindner. “Thinking about their own lived experience, but also trying to put a different set of glasses on to see it from the perspective of the different kinds of people that use that space.” It’s an approach that appears to have paid off. “It’s a lot more fascinating doing it with your own town that you live in,” says student Max Harrington. “If you’re studying some town in Europe, you might feel a bit disconnected, you might not

Year 10 students Blair Lind, Benjamin McDonald, Finn Dallas, Olly White, Quan Nguyen, Max Harrington, and Rory Shand (all 15) are reimagining Nelson. Photo: Max Frethey. care as much, but… you’re actually thinking about it a lot more when it’s to do with Nelson.” The class have drawn their projects from field observations in the CBD, identifying areas where they think work is needed. Pedestrianising parts of Trafalgar St and Morrison Square, relocating parking from Montgomery

Square to a parking building to allow room for more greenspace and café seating areas, adding more street art and buskers, and creating a night market are just some options they have put forward. “After learning about urban design, you begin to notice areas of deficiency more and areas of po-

tential that we could make better,” Benjamin McDonald says. “I notice how boring Nelson is when I’m walking around,” Rory Shand adds. The students will finish the year by presenting their findings to Nelson City Council and to civic and business leaders through the Chamber of Commerce and it’s an opportunity that

the class is looking forward to. “It’s real cool how we’re doing it,” says Max. “If I was in that position, I think I’d be very happy to hear what the youth have said. If you’re a business owner, that’s your future customers so it’s good to hear so you have it in your mind when you’re making future decisions.”

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and we need to always do what we can do to support it.” Community trees will be at New World Nelson, Countdown Stoke, the Nelson Market and the Richmond Mall between the 1st – 8th of December. In 2023 for the very first time, Trees of Remembrance will also be lighting up Nelson Airport. The trees at the airport are sponsored and decorated by local businesses. All visitors to the airport can take part in a people’s choice award with the winning business taking away a prize of a $5000 advertising package from Go Media. “Us as a community backing that, because you may not be needing the services at this stage of life, but you just don’t know,” he says. “Without their support and social work, end of life planning, all their systems they have set up and all their extra staff to do all these jobs, it’s mind-blowing how that can give you some peace and ease and understanding.”

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Dixie Swing at The Honest Lawyer | The Dixie Swing band was formed at the end of 2019 and began playing regularly at The Honest Lawyer on Sunday afternoons, weather-dependent. Over December they will be playing on 3, 10, 17 December from 1pm-3pm. Isel Twilight Market | The Isel Twilight Market is back for the summer every Thursday night, starting from 4.30pm till dark weekly. Bring the whole family along, relax in the beautiful surroundings of Isel Park, and indulge in the delicious cuisine from the street food carts. Find some treasures from the craft stalls and listen to great local live music. The market is dog-friendly, but they must be kept on a leash at all times. Wellby Talking Cafe at McCashin's | Wellby Talking Cafe is coming to McCashin’s Brewery and Cafe in Stoke on 5 and 19 December from 10am-11.30am. Everyone is welcome to attend for a relaxed cuppa and you can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive. Coffee and tea are provided. Jags in the Park | A biennial display of Jaguar cars old and new is coming to Broadgreen House on Nayland Rd, Stoke on Sunday, 7 January from 10am-3pm. The Nelson Jaguar Drivers Club welcomes members of the public to view a range of member's cars.

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Women’s rugby on the rise JACK MALCOLM Women’s rugby has seen an explosion of growth in recent years. Rugby New Zealand’s statistics show that while the men’s game has declined in the past year, there has been a 20 per cent increase in women and girls playing the game in the past 12 months. Since 2019, the number of senior club women has increased 40 per cent, and junior club girls has increased 36 per cent, highlighting the work of local activators in the space. In the Nelson Tasman region, one of the activators pushing for change is community women’s rugby manager Estelle Uren.She believes that the success of last year’s Women’s World Cup has given the women’s game the exposure it deserves. “The community wants more opportunity in the female space.”With the next generation coming through, the face of rugby is going to change and how do

The growth of the women’s game in the Nelson and Tasman region isn’t slowing down as new initiatives look to drive participation rates even higher. Photo: Supplied. we develop to meet the next generation.” Estelle says that rugby needs to change with the times and spoke about a recent coaching workshop she attended that highlighted that need. “We’ve got to try some different things. “I think there’s definitely more fe-

males wanting to play the game.” As part of Estelle’s drive to lift the women’s game to parity with the men, she has teamed up with the Wakatū Girls Rugby Trust to deliver an activator programme around the region. With Murchison, Rai Valley, Appleby, Broadgreen, and Nelson

Central primary schools already on board, the intention is to encourage anyone and everyone to give the game a go. “It’s to provide a touch point with a four-week delivery into schools with a Rippa programme. The kids are loving it, it’s really good, especially the country schools.”

As part of the programme, targeted at older primary and intermediate-aged children, local Mako women have been coming along to the activator sessions and have been swamped by fans wanting autographs, Estelle says. Contact activator@tasmanrugby.co.nz to find out more.

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Sea swimmers enjoy sunny skies PETER GIBBS

Any local rider with ambitions to compete internationally is encouraged to apply for the Super D scholarship. Photo (File): Evan Barnes/Shuttersport.

Super D scholarship applications close soon JACK MALCOLM Time is running out to apply for the Super D Scholarship for the upcoming 2024 race season. Aimed at mountainbike riders who are planning to compete internationally next year, the scholarship provides financial support to make those dreams come true and has been part of the launching pad for success in the past. The last recipients of the scholarship, Lou Kelly, George Swift and Xanthe

Robb, all made impressive improvements and results throughout the 2023 Enduro World Cup season. Open to any Nelson Mountain Bike Club member who lives in the Nelson Tasman region, the scholarship will be announced at the final Super D prizegiving on 6 December. The scholarship is funded from Super D events throughout the year. Apply on the @NelsonMTB Instagram page through the link in their bio before 11:59pm Thursday 30 November.

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Tasman school teacher Hayden Squance won his third Rylock Opening Splash on Sunday, while 15-year-old Keshia Linyard led home the women’s field in the 2km swim from Tāhuna Beach to the Nelson Yacht Club. For the 15th edition of the race, held on Sunday, conditions were perfect, with unseasonably warm waters, sunshine and calm seas. Hayden reversed the finish order from 2022, leading home Marlborough swimmer Chris Smithers by nearly a minute. Marcel Kepess came in third, as he did in the mid-week series

three days earlier. Waimea College’s new principal Fraser Hill continued to make his presence felt at the head of the field, leading in Haydn Lockie. In sixth place, Keshia won her first Endurance swim, leading in her father Jon by four seconds. Next came the minor placegetters in the women’s field, tumbling over one another, each separated by one second. Marlborough swimmer Jodie Lovell, who won the event last year, was second, ahead of Sophie Pahl and Christina Harris. There were very few non-wetsuit swimmers in the field, with Jude Vincent

and Eugene Marsden winning the women’s and men’s sections. Doug Hancock and Rosie Pope were the winners of the short race, held over a 600m course. The second event in the Endurance series is not far way, with the 39th Eyebright Mile scheduled for December 10. Although of average distance to today’s swimmers, this was a long distance challenge when it began in 1986. In another highlight for Nelson swimmers on Sunday, Abbey Smale won the women’s section of the Rangitoto swim, between the island and St Heliers Bay beach.

Touch representatives named Nelson Bays Touch has announced their junior national squads for 2023. The U18 squad is Teina Thompson, Robson Frampton, Connor Hulme, Daniel Manson, Callum Robertson, Kobi Stephers, Milan Petterson, Zyon Form, Mikey Morrison, Wiremu Makea, Jaymee Clements, Tessa Honey, Ania Morgan, Destiny Sproul and Tegan Fernley. There is one spot to be confirmed in the squad, which will be coached by Jaxon Taikato and Demi Salton and managed

by Lee-Anne Manson. The U16 squad is Will Daniel, Ahurei Devon-Jarr, Archie Geddes, Fergus Jolly, Zach Miller-McDonald, Johnny Nichollls, Liam Soper, Izayah Tuitupouku, Tane Johnson-Stephens, Zach Redpath, Flynn Simkin, Nixon Marfel, Lili-Rose McCormick, Tayla Richards, Makenna Holland and Ivy Toa. They will be coached by Dion Taikato and Courtney Lott, with two spots in the team to be confirmed.

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Community Notices MONDAY OSTEOACTIVE, fitness and education for participants with osteoarthritis. Mon, 9.30am, Holy Trinity Hall, Richmond. ACC approved community strength and balance class. Ph: Nicola 0210788609 or nicola.rae.11@gmail. com. Cost: koha. NELLIE KNITTERS GROUP. Every Mon, 1-3pm. Nightingale Library, Tāhunanui. Come along and join our super friendly group of knitters and create garments for donation to community groups. All materials provided. Donations of wool gratefully accepted. Ph: Jillian 035395546. COMMUNITY GARDEN WORKING BEES Mon, 1-2pm. Victory Community Centre. Regular free working bees. Learn from experienced gardeners. A team of volunteers are making the garden into a beautiful and productive space. Ph: Nadia 035468389/kai@victorycommunity. org.nz. INTRODUCTION TO ZEN BUDDHISM Beginner Instruction avail Mon eve at our Nelson Centre. Learn how to meditate the Zen way. Ph: Gwitha, 0211218133 for info. Mountains and Rivers Affiliate Nelson.

TUESDAY TUESDAY MUSIC, Tues, 5 Dec, 10am, Richmond Town Hall Meeting Room. Christmas items include Renee Fleming, the 3 Tenors, carols by 2 of world's best choirs, plus many more items. You're welcome! Ph: Christine 0212486038. WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: Tues, 5 Dec, 10- 11.30am, McCashin’s, Stoke. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz 035467681. LAUGHTER YOGA. Tues, 5 Dec, 9.30am, Victory Community Centre. Laugh for no reason. Last laugh for the year. Bring something to lie on for the relaxation at the end.

Ph: Cath 0220829779. $3 koha. NELSON 50 + WALKING GROUP Tues, 5 Dec. Pupu Hydro. BYO lunch. Meet 9.45am at the Hydro Walkway carpark. Ph: Linda on 021 1805692 for carpooling info. SIT AND BE FIT Tues, 11-11.45am. Victory Community Centre. Enjoy exercising sitting down. Keep your heart healthy with low-impact activity while listening to some great music! A fantastic way to make friends and meet new people. COST: $4.

WEDNESDAY COMMUNITY SING A LONG - Wed, 6 Dec, 1.30pm, Stoke Methodist Church lounge. Afternoon tea. Gold coin donation for Nelson Hospital Chaplaincy. All Welcome. SHARLAND CYCLES 5K FUN RUN AND WALK from Club Waimea. Every Wed, until 20 Dec, Registration from 5.30pm, at Club Waimea. Race starts 6pm. All abilities welcome. Spot prizes. More info www.waimeaharriers. nz. $3 entry. LINE DANCING WITH JOY – Wed, 11am- noon, Tāhunanui Community Hub. For absolute beginners 65+ (minor mobility issues and/or memory loss okay). Give it a try and stay for a quick cuppa and chat afterwards. BYO cup. $5 cash. Extremely limited parking. Ph: Joy 02902089302. WOMEN’S MULTICULTURAL MEAL Meet 1st Wed of month, 12-1pm. Victory Community Centre. A “pot-luck” group lunch for women from all cultures to share kai and meet new people. Bring some food from your own culture to share with the group but please don’t worry if you’re unable to bring food, just join us! Free!

THURSDAY THE ACTING UP DRAMA GROUP, Thurs, 30 Nov, 1.20pm, Stoke Seniors (Greenmeadows Community Centre). The Acting Up Drama group perform a variety show of come-

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dy sketches. Cost $5 (incl refreshments). Please book Ph: 5472660. LEGO, Thurs, 30 Nov, 3.30-4.30pm, Victory Community Centre. Come and get creative, playing with Lego. the last one for this year. Free Event, ages 3 and over. CAKE DECORATORS are showcasing their Christmas items. Thurs, 7 Dec, Outside New World. Come and have a look. Desiree for info Ph: 0276302359. KEEP ACTIVE, STRENGTH, BALANCE, and general fitness. Thurs, 9.15am. Holy Trinity Hall, 27 Dorset St. All ages welcome. Standing and seated options, resistance bands, circuits. Ph: Nicola 0210788609 nicola.rae.11@ gmail.com. TAHUNANUI WALKING GROUP. Thurs, 9.30am, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Join us every week as we delve into diverse corners of Nelson, uncovering hidden gems and stunning landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or someone who enjoys a leisurely stroll, our engaging walks cater to various fitness levels. 035486087. Free. PILATES 4 EVERYBODY with Marion. Thurs, 6-7:pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Improve posture, mobility, strength, balance, and body awareness. Exercises can be modified to suit all fitness levels and abilities. Ph: 02108399290. $10 per session FITNESS & FRESH AIR IN THE CITY. FREE supervised exercise sessions for seniors. Thurs, 12pm. Maitai river walkway 30 mins walk & learn to use the outdoor exercise equipment safely. Ph: Ange 021790415.

FRIDAY COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE Fri, 9-11.30am. Victory Community Centre. Designed to make treatment affordable and accessible for all. Dress comfortably in loose fitting clothing. Cost: Sliding Scale - $5 - $40. SENIOR 3D FLOW FITNESS WITH COACH D: Mon & Fri,

1pm. Come join in and improve your health and fitness, including strength, coordination, balance, mobility, and agility. Tāhunanui Community Hub. Ph: 021411700. $5 per session. CULTURAL SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Fri, 10-11am. Come along and share morning tea & a cuppa with Victory’s friendly multicultural roopu. Volunteer opportunities for all people to participate. NELSON NEWBIES WALKING GROUP welcomes new people. Every Tues & Fri, 10am in Nelson, Stoke, Richmond. Ph: Karin 022 152 9963. ART & CRAFT COMMUNITY GROUP. Fri, 10:30-12:30pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Among other activities, we engage in painting and craft. This is a social group where like-minded individuals come together to enjoy coffee, conversations, and creative fun. We look forward to seeing you there! Ph: 0210754575. $2.

GENERAL HIGGINS HERITAGE PARK, Sun, 3 Dec, 10-3pm, 222 Pigeon Valley Rd, Wakefield. Steam Up and enjoy time at our park open day of museum sheds, vintage vehicles, machinery & equipment, model trains, bush rail jigger. & honey barrel rides. info@higginsheritagepark.co.nz SUTER ART SOCIETY McKee gallery. Until 9 Dec. Artworks by Shuji Takashima with his exhibition “Gaia Rhapsody Revisited”. NELSON CIVIC CHOIR presents Joy To The World with Nelson Male Voice Choir and orchestra conducted by Jason Balla. Fri, 1 Dec, 7pm, Sat 2 Dec, 2pm, Nelson Cathedral. Bring the whole family and sing along with a choir of 100 voices, orchestra, organ and soloists in music that will lift your spirits with a range of holiday favourites. Tickets from NCMA SEEKING VOLUNTEERS to help support Nelson Hospital. Social opportunity for people to donate their time to a 3-4 hr shift during the week in a variety of roles. You’ll be supporting patients, visitors, whānau and staff while receiving sense of purpose, enjoyment and belonging to a group. Visit www.nmdhb.govt.nz and search ‘volunteering with us’. U3A – Interest groups and social activities for the over55s. From quiz mornings to walking groups, digital photography to wine appreciation. Find like-minded inquisitive people who share your interests. www.u3anelson. org.nz THE NEW ZEALAND RED CROSS supports families of refugees as they settle into a new life in Nelson. We are looking for volunteers who would like to be part of the team and make a real difference in somebody’s life. Full training provided and time commitment is very flexible. E: migration.volunteers@redcross.org.nz or TXT John 0272235972.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS - Sun, 10 Dec, 4-6pm, Melrose House. A free community event for all the family. Come and share some Christmas cheer. Say ‘Hello’ to Santa and be entertained with live music. Enjoy a complimentary piece of Xmas cake, and free balloon creations for the children. NELSON CHRISTADELPHIANS - Bible Reading Group. Sun, 2:30-4:30pm, Tāhunanui Community Hub. Members of the public are welcome to join us as we read and discuss God’s word the Bible. This is a relaxed and informal environment that encourages ‘back to basics’ Bible reading and where people are free to ask questions. Bibles avail for you to use. Tea/coffee and biscuits provided. Ph: 0225460845. WAIMEA HARRIERS running and walking Club Winter season. Events every Saturday. We welcome everyone of all ages and abilities. See the website for details.

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