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Cameras and posts to deter vandals ANNE HARDIE Security cameras have been mooted along the Great Taste Trail where vandals on quad bikes attacked trees that are part of an edible walkway created voluntarily by Roger Jones. Most of the trees have been

propped back up after the attack, but Roger says many will not survive the damage and he expects 10 of the 19 trees flattened will need to be replaced. To replace the four-year-old trees and posts would cost an estimated $5,000 and he is hoping the owners of the quad bikes can be identified

so the bikes can be sold to cover the cost of the damage. The attack happened at night on 19 December when two quad bike riders drove along the trail which follows the Railway Reserve in Hope. Two traffic signs were knocked over and a bike drove at speed over the line of

trees which until now have had simple wooden stakes to support them. Now Waimea Estates is donating recycled wooden posts and supplying a tractor with a post driver to try and protect the trees from further vandalism, while Tasman District Council councillor Kit

Maling has suggested the council erect security cameras and says that is the best way to deter vandals. Roger hopes there will not be another attack, but until the culprits are identified the risk remains.

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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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Cameras and wooden posts to deter vandals FROM PAGE 1 The December attack on a line of trees was the second time quad bikes have been driven over trees in three months. He discovered the recent damage when he went to water the 119 trees and 174 smaller plants along the side of the trail that are a mix of edibles and specimen trees. “I arrived 9am Wednesday morning to water them and I could see them lying over. I nearly cried and it takes a lot to make me do that. “I was devastated. I couldn’t focus on anything for quite a few days afterwards and that drove my wife mad.” He has been told quad bikes have been used to cause damage along the Railway Reserve all the way out to Belgrove.

The quad bikes and their drivers were seen beside the smashed trees on the night of the attack. “The word respect doesn’t exist in their environment.” He has been in contact with the police, who have been busy with the Christmas and New Year period. In the meantime, he is determined to rectify the damage and carry on. “I’m just trying to beautify the area and give something to the neighbourhood. “The community keeps coming to me and says please don’t give up.” The Givealittle page that he created to help cover the cost of watering the trees received a good response from the community and he says that will help fund replacement trees, though he would still like the quad bikes found and sold.

Roger Jones says many of the fruit trees he has propped up will not survive after the quad bike attack. Photo: Anne Hardie.

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Hundreds of callouts for volunteer firefighters ANNE HARDIE Volunteer fire fighters around the region collectively responded to hundreds of callouts last year, often at night to quell illegal fires on riverbeds. It is the bugbear for many of the volunteer fire brigades as people burn rubbish or gather around a fire by the river in the middle of summer with long dry grass nearby. For total callouts, Richmond Volunteer Fire Brigade was called out 308 times last year – slightly down on the previous year of 326 - while Wakefield headed out to 222 callouts, Appleby 99, Brightwater 74, Tapawera 58 and Murchison 49. As Richmond’s deputy chief fire officer Nigel Lammas commented, 308 callouts is not a number to be celebrated as each callout represents someone’s misfortune, but at least it was less than the previous year and the goal is fewer callouts. “Safety for everyone is the outcome we want and that means

Members of the Wakefield Volunteer Fire Brigade carry a stretcher as part of an exercise. Photo: Supplied. bringing the callout number down.” For Richmond, motor vehicle accidents caused the highest number of callouts at 48, but fires on the riverbed had the team quelling fires of vehicle parts, tyres and other rubbish. Nigel says it is not a safe practice and most of the time the fires are lit at night during the restricted fire season.

“We have major concerns about what it can do with dry vegetation around.” Appleby’s crew leader Paul Eggers says December was the busiest month for the brigade with 23 callouts, and illegal fires on the riverbed were becoming more frequent. “We just have a lot of trouble with people lighting fires down the

river. They use tyres to get them started and they’re getting more frequent, especially over summer - and they’re in the middle of the night.” Tapawera’s chief fire officer Dean Millar reports similar problems. “The biggest one is people lighting bonfires and rubbish fires that they light at night. Rubbish is dumped by the river and then

they bugger off. They’re unpermitted burns and burning at night. At this time of year there’s a lot more of them. “People also camp down by the rivers and don’t realise they can’t have campfires.” Vegetation fires prompted the most callouts for Murchison’s volunteers, accounting for 20 of its 49 callouts for the year. Meanwhile, Wakefield’s deputy chief Dot Ashton says the community has become very aware of fire risk since the 2019 Pigeon Valley wildfire and are quick to spot smoke and call it in. “They’re aware of what can go wrong if we don’t get on to it.” She says callouts have increased since the fire service became first responders, with the brigade heading out to scenes to assist until paramedics arrive. “Being a first response unit has pushed our stats up a bit more because the ambulances are under the pump, so we’re used a little bit more in that capacity. It’s good for our community that we assist in the interim until they get there.”

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Rescue heli kept bust with 29 summer missions KATE RUSSELL It has been a busy summer for the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter with 29 missions across Te Tauihu from 23 December until 7 January. The team flew into holiday hotspots such as Ligar Bay, Marahau, Anakiwi, Tākaka, Hector, Bainham, Kaiteriteri, and Okiwi Bay. More remote areas such as

Castle Rock Hut, Brown Hut, Hacket Creek, Crail Bay, Aniseed Valley, Mutton Cove, Hukere Creek, Cascade Track, Arthurs Bay, Torrent Bay, and Wairoa saw them utlising the winch and night vision goggles. General manager Paula Muddle says there was a great outcome for a multi-agency rescue where a kayaker was saved thanks to him utilising

a personal locator beacon. “Many of these places don’t have mobile coverage and the crew encourages you to carry a personal locator beacon with you when you are on the tracks or out on the water as it makes it a lot easier for these agencies to help you.” The service finished 2023 with 437 missions flown, which is up from 405 in 2022.

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Toxic algae increasing ANNE HARDIE Dog owners are being warned to watch for toxic algae in the region’s rivers as the black gelatinous mats exceed more than 20 per cent coverage of the riverbed in the Wai-iti River. Tasman District Council has issued the warning following the higher coverage of toxic algae in the Wai-iti River, which is the council’s best site for providing an early warning that the algae is increasing across the region. Council spokesperson Tim O’Connell says algae is monitored, especially through summer and autumn, and it is important to identify any areas where the algae is present so the public can be aware and take

necessary precautions. “While we emphasise there are risks to dogs and toddlers, with appropriate care and awareness the presence of the algae should not deter people from enjoying the water. “There is always a chance the algae will be in other areas also, so everyone needs to check for themselves as even sparse cover can be an issue.” The algae is natural and occurs during extended periods of low flow in rivers. It starts as mats on the bed of the river and can detach to become floating ‘rafts’ or accumulate at the shoulders of the river and around debris on the banks. Its musty smell is attractive to dogs with several deaths reported over the years following ingestion.

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Deerstalkers bring the venison roar 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 further 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. It was then distributed to Nelson Community Food Bank and Kai Rescue who in turn distributed the venison products to more than 60 community groups throughout the region. “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, 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.” David says the branch is keen to continue shooting up 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.

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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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Inspiring the next generation for more than a century

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Two women, born nearly a century apart, share a vision to make the world a better place. Claudia Mark is in Nelson this summer as part of a summer scholarship made possible by long-term Tasman resident Madge Johnston. Madge included Cawthron, along with many other local charities in her will. While the bequest was unexpected, it was not out of character for Madge to wish to support a local independent research institute. Cawthron is using the money to fund one scholarship in the name of Madge each year until the bequest runs out. This year, Claudia, a former Waimea College student, was awarded the scholarship and recently met up with Madge’s nephew, Michael Levy. Claudia says that her mother had been taught by Madge at Richmond Primary School, which led to a conversation about the similarities in education and priorities between the two women. “I want to look at the intersection of data and climate, and see how data analysis and manipulation can help us build a better picture of the climate emergency we are facing,” Claudia says. “I want to be able to

offer insights and solutions towards mitigating climate change impacts. I also want to help us progress towards more equitable, politically stable and sustainable communities. “Creating an ordered union between these two worlds will be amongst some of the most vital professional work one can be a part of.” It is not difficult to imagine Claudia and Madge having a conversation about important issues and how to make for a better world. For Madge, one such issue was fierce public protest at the closing of the railway connecting Nelson with the rest of the South Island. The railway was never profitable and news that it was to close saw a 10 day sit-in on train tracks at Kiwi Station at Tapawera in 1955. It was used until 1955, when it was dismantled. Claudia has just completed her second year, triple major bachelor’s degree in data science, environmental science and physical geography at Te Herenga Waka, University of Wellington. She has enjoyed her lecturers’ passion and as a result of her studies is increasingly drawn to a career where she can make a positive im-

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Laura Ealam, Jacintha Atkinson-Manson, Melissa Woodhouse, and Brent Eggers are part of the Big Bake Up team of volunteers delivering nutritious meals throughout Tasman and Nelson for those in need. Photo: Eloise Martyn.

Big Bake Up geared for further success ELOISE MARTYN The Big Bake Up, a Wakefield-based organisation that delivers cooked meals for those in need, is now geared for further success as they receive big news they are now a registered charity. “Becoming a charity is great news,” says The Big Bake Up co-founder Melissa Woodhouse. “We have great support to expand and are of real benefit to the public. By becoming a registered charity we are now in a position to take it further, which is exciting.” The Big Bake Up was formed in July 2021, delivering fresh meals

and baking to flood-affected people in Westport. They did the same for flood-affected Nelson residents in August 2022. Nine months ago they began bake-ups of nutritious frozen meals to support local communities and organisations. Since then, the team of volunteers has successfully delivered over 1100 tummy-filling meals, such as macaroni cheese and pumpkin frittata. They have also made more than 500 mouth-watering desserts like lemon cheesecake, alongside countless amounts of home baking. “After the floods we started to have monthly bake-ups filling

the freezer, and just weeks after the bake-up the freezer would be empty which reinforced to us that there was a real need for nutritious meals, so we increased our bake-ups to every fortnight,” Melissa says. The team is proud to be supporting Age Concern Richmond and Melissa explains that it’s great to be able to provide to the elderly who are often living on their own and can’t afford to eat as nutritionally as they should be. “Nourishing meals can give elderly people a boost of energy which helps them carry their day out,” Melissa says. “Our meals are in many freezers around the

district now including Wakefield School and Playcentre, Mainly Music Wakefield, Brightwater School and Playcentre, Brightwater Anglican Church, Pinegrove Kindergarten, Hope School, Age Concern Richmond, Plunket Nelson Tasman and Fossil Creek Farm.” Leanne Rodman, head teacher at Pinegrove Kindergarten, says that having Big Bake Up meals on hand is valuable to their kindergarten families and the wider community. “We have used the meals many, many times to support our community for a wide variety of reasons. We have had families who

have come and asked for meals for someone they know who needs them, so the benefits are far reaching.” The Big Bake Up team is encouraging individuals who know of someone who may benefit from a meal to reach out, “The meals don’t have to be for yourself. If you have a friend, an aunty, or a neighbour who you think needs a hand or boost, reach out,” Melissa says. “There’s no criteria so people getting in touch don’t need to tell us the situation; just tell us where you are located and we can go from there.” To reach out email thebig bakeup@gmail.com

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for both local and national issues were instigated, formal inquests into deaths were held and events organised such as ploughing matches, horse fairs and pigeon shooting. In October 1848, a meeting of the members of the Richmond Mechanics Institution took place when arrangements were made for more efficiently promoting the future welfare of the society. Considering this institution was the precursor to our modern library, these types of meetings had far-reaching consequences. The settlement had many absentee landowners and appointed principal agents to manage the relationships with their tenants. On their first audit day, Messrs Fell and Seymour met these tenants at the hotel in July 1849, where they partook in a meal and ‘mingled’ with men from every class. The event was reported to be very satisfactory, considering the difficulties that had beset the land question in the settlement. The

Star and Garter 1940. Photo: Tasman Heritage. one regret was the early hour the party broke up due to many living a distance from the hotel and needing to return home before dark. Political meetings were common, with potential candidates vying for the peoples’ vote. One important meeting held at the Star and Garter was in 1850 to discuss the principles which had been suggested as the basis of a constitution for New Zealand. The large room in the hotel was booked for the meeting, but such was the interest that numbers of people were unable to gain ad-

mission to the room and were compelled to stand at the door and windows. In March 1852 a series of meetings were held to consider how to raise funding to purchase a piece of land for the Richmond Cattle Fair. The hotel was then put up for let in April 1852 with possession to be given on 1 July. This was repeated in October 1852, with immediate possession, and again in June 1853. A call went out to the inhabitants of Waimea in late 1853 to meet at the hotel to discuss the proposed

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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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Nelsonians receive NY honours Five Nelson Tasman locals were recognised in the 2024 New Year Honours, which were revealed on 30 December, for their services to wildlife conservation, obstetrics and gynaecology, multicultural communities, environmental sustainability and climate change awareness, and women and education. Dr Graeme Elliott, of Nelson, was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to wildlife conservation. Graeme has been employed with the Department of Conservation (DOC) and predecessor organisations since the 1980s and has volunteered his own time to furthering ecological research and conservation initiatives. His research has significantly expanded New Zealand’s knowledge of its endangered birds and the threats to them. He has been a member of the National Kakapo Management Group and Recovery Group since 1995. Since 2003 he has been on the whio (blue duck), orange-fronted kākāriki and mohua (yellowhead) Recovery Groups, principally as a Science Advisor. Emeritus Professor Don Wilson, of Kaiteriteri, was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of

Merit for services to obstetrics and gynaecology. Don has had a career spanning 40 years in obstetrics and gynaecology, particularly urogynaecology. His speciality in urogynaecology addresses the prevention and treatment of pelvic floor disorders in women, which include urinary and faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and sexual dysfunction. He has published 130 peer-reviewed journal articles, eight book chapters and has authored and co-authored 13 major systematic reviews. Don retired from clinical practice in 2021 and remains active in women’s health research. Nelson’s Marie Lindaya was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to multicultural communities. Marie has supported and advocated for multicultural communities in the Nelson Tasman region for more than 30 years. She co-founded Multicultural Nelson Tasman (MNT, formerly Nelson Multi-Ethnic Council) in 1994, supporting migrant and former refugee communities. She organised Nelson’s first multicultural get-togethers, paving the way to the annual large-scale Multicultural Festival 29 years on, bridging and celebrating the

region’s diversity. Her community governance board involvement includes Nelson Budget Advice, Nelson Bays Community Law, InterFaith Council Nelson-Tasman, Volunteer Nelson, Te Whatu Ora Health Consumer Council, National Council of Women and Nelson Women’s Club member, and the New Zealand-Chinese Friendship Association. Lindsay Wood, of Nelson, was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to environmental sustainability and climate change awareness. Mr Lindsay Wood is an advocate and campaigner for greater awareness of climate change and environmental sustainability on a regional and national level. He has propelled Nelson City Council toward mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change and, in 2019, played key roles in Nelson’s declaration of a climate emergency and in securing council funding to implement the council’s climate action plan, including the establishment of the Nelson Tasman Climate Forrum. He has been involved in sustainable transport for many years, advocating for climate-responsible travel and expanded public

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transport in the Nelson-Tasman region. He has given public talks, hosted seminars and workshops about climate change at regional and national level, and has written widely about climate change for mainstream media and in submissions to government. Joy Oakly, of Nelson, was awarded the Queen’s Service Medal for services to women and education. Joy has advocated for greater educational opportunities for women and young girls in the Nelson Tasman region for more than 40 years. In 1981 she joined Soroptimist International Nelson. She has led several initiatives to

support women and girls regionally, including securing funding from the Ministry of Education for a Young Parents’ School to provide learning assistance to complete NCEA courses. She is currently chair of the Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust, which provides scholarships to women and girls experiencing financial hardship. She has supported numerous campaigns in schools including ‘Students Against Violence’ and anti-bullying campaigns and has been involved with several events to raise awareness of family violence in the region including supporting the annual White Ribbon Riders and ‘Walk the Talk’ marches.

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Cash or card... 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. China was the first to issue banknotes in 12th Century, but paper money didn’t become common until the mid-1600s in Sweden. Nowadays most advanced economies hold and store money digitally, with just under 2% per cent of NZ’s money holdings in banknotes. 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. Children use cash too, because banks don’t issue debit cards to under 13s. 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. Our banknotes are some of the most colourful, pictorial, and secure notes in the world. Did you know they’re also different sizes? Wallet-sized gauges are available to help determine a banknote’s denomination This helps the vision impaired, just like the nicks in the rim of the 20 cent piece distinguishes it from the smooth 50 cent coins in your purse. NZ, Tokelau, Pitcairn Islands, Nuie and Cook Islands all use NZ currency. Our banknotes feature people who achieved world firsts! Sir Edmund Hilary was the first to climb Mt Everest, Kate Sheppard was a social reformer /writer who transformed politics worldwide by gaining the vote for women here in 1893, while Queen Elizabeth 11 was the world’s longest reigning monarch. The first Maori in the world to gain a university degree, Sir Apirana Ngata, was an MP from 1905 to 1943, championing preservation of Maori Culture and language. Our very own Ernest, Lord Rutherford, was the first to ‘split the atom’, receiving the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 1908. Born in Nelson and spending his childhood in Havelock, his connection with the Top of the South is represented by Whakatu Marae’s tukutuku designs depicted behind his portrait. 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 / 0800 367 222, email: nelsontasman@cab.co.nz Website: www. cab.org.nz CAB Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred St. Phone: 03578 4272 / 0800 367 222 email: marlborough@cab.co.nz Website: www. cab.org.nz

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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As a fully licensed restaurant and bar, the Burger N Beast team say, ‘Let’s cheer’ to your next big event!’ “We host birthday parties, work-do’s and other gatherings! Just contact the team for more info.” While the restaurant is yet to offer delivery services, Mac says they work in conjunction with Uber Eats and customers can easily place their orders through the restaurant’s website and dedicated mobile app. Get ready to embark on the mouthwatering

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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-

ENJOY GOLF THIS SUMMER Set in the beautiful Waimea Inlet on Best Island, Richmond. We offer everything required for a great day of golf in the sunny Nelson Tasman region. School holiday specials available.

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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

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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 opponent and this time found him-

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. self 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 performance in the last fight of her competition.

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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 faced opponents young enough to be his sons and discovered first-hand the speed and power of

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-

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 coming through our amazing club whanau,” says Sallie. While Lily was the better technician in her fights, she struggled

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-

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.” Alongside the World Championships, the team also spent time in several European camps to learn from some of the best coaches in the world.

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

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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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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

Clash of champs Māpua table tennis medalist Alfie Linn took on former lawn bowls world champion Shannon McIlroy for a game of lawn bowls to raise money to help get Alfie to Turkey. The match had been organised just before Christmas to raise money for Alfie, who is heading to Turkey to represent New Zealand in table tennis in the forthcoming SU-DS Trisome Games. Hands were shaken and Sue England, the marker, explained the rules for the

match. Four bowls each, ten ends and any killed ends would be replayed. It was a fabulous game played in tremendous spirit with plenty of audience participation. Some of the ends were so close that the measure had to come out to decide who had the shot. The final result was 10 points to Shannon and eight to Alfie. Alfie, who has Down syndrome, is a member of Māpua Bowling Club and a very keen sportsman. He swims, plays basketball and

cricket, and won two table tennis medals for New Zealand last June at the Virtus Global Games, an elite event for athletes with an intellectual impairment. Alfie and the club members were extremely grateful to Shannon and his wife Amy for coming out to Māpua to help with the fundraiser. If you would like to help Alfie get to Turkey, donations can be made at the Givealittle page givealittle.co.nz/cause/ help-alfie-get-to-turkey-toplay-table-tennis-at

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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Wolves pounce in first game back 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 Wolves (Wanderers/Motueka) controlled in their chase of Waimea Toi Toi United’s 153 allout to win by four wickets. In other results, at the Botanics, Athletic College Old Boys made 231/7 from 40 overs, while Stoke-Nayland continued their strong form with a strong win over Nelson College by 152 runs at Marsden Recreation. While six of WTTU’s batsmen made double-digit runs, they did not have that lynch pin to build a strong total to defend. After a 40-run opening partnership, the wheels seemed to fall off for the visiting side at Brightwater Domain as they struggled to 153 runs for their 10 wickets, having been bowled out midway through the 47th over.

The stage is set for a weekend of racing as the annual Nelson Harness Races Summer Festival trots into action on Friday and Sunday. With an expected 5000 attendees over two days to watch some of the country’s best racers and horses up against each other. Alongside the races, the traditional Fashion in the Field and best hat competitions are back for another edition, as well as free entertainment for the kids. Photo (File): Evan Barnes/Shuttersport.

Parminder Kulaar took a slow and steady approach to his 17 runs from 50 balls for WTTU as cricket returned for 2024. Photo (File): Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport. With Zach Brown top scoring with 27 not-out, there was a total to defend, but the Wolves bowlers

had given their team the chance to pounce. Liam Hobbs was the best of the

attack, earning three wickets from his 10 overs for 48 runs, while Alex Brogan, Jack White

and Joseph O’Connor all picked up two-apiece. In response, the Wolves built together a strong innings as their opening order batsmen all contributed handy runs. Openers Cameron McLean (25) and Joseph (24) provided a strong starting stage, before Finn Raxworthy came in and led the scoring with 45 before he was stumped. Two late wickets in the final three overs of the game gave WTTU some respite, but it was more on the scorecard than in reality. The Wolves cruised to victory with two fresh batsmen earning the winning runs as Liam Hobbs smashed the final delivery of the game to the boundary. 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.

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TASMAN TRACKIES CYCLING SAXTON VELODROME - Champion Rd, Richmond. Track racing Wednesdays 10am -11.30am through Summer. Track bikes free of charge, road or mountain bikes canbeused.Ridersatalllevels&ages,Socialcoffee& chat after at local café – ZINK, Contact: Murray Cameron 0276450033.murray.r.cameron@xtra.co.nz PLAY PÉTANQUE at Nelson pétanque club. Wed andSun.1.15pm-3.00pm.Agameforallages.Come alongandtryusout.Ph:RogerorShirley5466562.

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MONDAYS COFFEE&CROSSWanttotalktosomeoneabout God, church, Jesus? No catch - join me for coffee at YAZA, 11-12 Tues. I’ll listen. Rev. Gordon, wearing a Cross & Collar. ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meet each Monday for coffee and friendship at Oxford St Cafe at 10am. New members welcome. Phone Margaret 027 2600 748 LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS. Monday January 23rd. Healing, clairvoyance etc. 7.30pm,Trafalgar St Hall. Ph Carolyn 5474613.

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RICHMOND TENNIS Tennis courts at Gladstone road are open over the holidays. All welcome. Entry and payment instructions provided at the gate. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO HELP SUPPORT NELSON HOSPITAL. This is a social opportunity for people to donate their time to a 3-4 hour shift during the week in a variety of roles. You will be supporting our patients, visitors, whānau and staff while receiving sense of purpose, enjoyment and belonging to a group. For information

SUMMER CELEBRATION RETRO AND VINTAGE MARKET. Saturday 14th January, 9am to 3pm, Hope Recreation Hall, main road Hope.

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Stalls, cafe, great indoor location, easy parking. Contact: Lois phone 0274380807. NELSON CATHEDRAL CHRISTMASTREE FESTIVAL 26 November 2022 - 15 January 2023 Open daily 8.30 - 7pm Late night Fridays 30 December RICHMONDWELCOME GROUP: Do you want to make new friends join us for a coffee and a chat.10am on the 1st and 3rdThursday of each month at Paragon Cafe Langdale Drive Richmond . Ansley/Phillip 5410 350 or 0272212943 COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL at Marchwood Park. Saturday 7th January 10am, walk ups. 6.30pm Showcase. Invited guests. Food available, raffles. BYO seat. Sunday 8th 10am - 3.30pm. Phone Chris 0226800988 RICHMONDTENNIS CLUB - Gladstone Road Social hit for members and non-members Saturday afternoons All levels of ability welcome. 1.30pm onwards. Contact 0274872480

ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meeting for lunch at Armadillo’s Restaurant and Bar, Queen St, Richmond at 12 midday Friday 13th January. Phone Margaret 027 2600 748

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TAICHI IN RICHMOND: Thursdays10am-11am during January. Stillness, breath, movement. Quiet Heart Tai Chi outdoors in Washbourn Gardens - qigong and tai chi. Contact Merrick, email quiet. heart.tai.chi@gmail.com Ph 021 063 6620. All welcome PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - meet 1st Thurs of month Broadgreen House 276 Nayland Rd, 1.30-3.30pm contact Bill Ph: 544 8635 or 539 1137.

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visit www.nmdhb.govt.nz and search‘volunteering with us’. NELSON RAILWAY RAILCAR founders park Nelson: The Railcar will be running on Saturday 24th . We are closed on Christmas Day. Check Facebook for timetable from Boxing Day FREETRAINING: NEW CABVOLUNTEERS! Qualifications Needed: Common Sense, Some Life Experience, Enquiring mind! Information Pack Available from Citizens Advice Bureau Nelson Tasman, phone035482117,nelsontasman@cab.org. nz Applications close on 31. January 2023. FREE FUNCTION ROOM HIRE to all community groups. Avail 7 days. Wakatu Hotel 83 Collingwood St. Craig 548 4299. NELSON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH weekly service Sunday 7pm-8pm. Corner Tipahi and Motueka Sts. FALLS PREVENTION: Free 2hr session for anyone who has fallen or is at risk of falling. Relaxed & informal setting. Book at Nelson Bays Primary Health. Ph: Ange 021 790 415. FOOD, IS IT A PROBLEM FOR YOU? Are you suffering from anorexia, bulimia, obesity and/ or compulsive eating? Overeaters Anonymous works. Ph: 022 673 0237. All welcome. ARE YOU A CHRISTIAN wanting to make a difference in the life of a child? We are looking for caring Christian people who are willing to open their home to care for a child/young person. To find out more, Ph: Mika at Open Home Foundation 027 461 0497 mika.ito@ohf.org.nz.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757. FEELING SAD, STRESSED, DEPRESSED, OR STUCK? Identify and explore new ways to move forward with a Life Linc Counsellor. Up to 10 face to face counselling sessions available now for individuals and couples. 548 2400 lifelinc.co.nz SURVIVORS AND THRIVERS If you have or have had cancer, supporting someone with cancer come and meet others in this friendly atmosphere. Register info@cancernelson.org.nz or P: 539 1137 for details. ASTHMA? COPD? Nelson Asthma Society offers a free eight-week Pulmonary Rehab Course - Nelson course in August, and Motueka in November. This course can help you improve your respiratory self-management skills and shortness of breath. Phone your medical centre for a “Pulmonary Rehab course referral” or contact asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz BIRDLIFE CENTRE OF NEW ZEALAND need volunteer pest trappers in the Centre of NZ reserve in Nelson City. No experience needed, full training given. If you are reasonably fit, and can spare 2 hours per fortnight , call Gretchen 021 266 3867. ENLIVEN POSITIVE AGEING social and activity groups. Looking for volunteers to help on vans or chat, make tea, help games etc. Ph: Trish 265 5224. SUTER ART SOCIETY SUMMER EXHIBITION “Pay & Collect” until 22 Januray ‘23. Selection of smallpaintingidealforgivingorpostingtofriends..

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Richmond Creative Fibre Group formally Richmond Spinning and Weaving Group are having their 50th Birthday Celebration on 7th March in Richmond. Any past members who would like to join us please contact Janie 544 5023.

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11.1.23 Remembering you and all those wonderful times, you are so missed. Keep flying high. With love always, from all your family.

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