Waimea Weekly - 12 June 2024

Waimea Weekly

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Wednesday 12 June 2024

Horsing around Rough Island

Ash buckets take the heat

GORDON PREECE

With a fire at a Nelson house last week linked to disposal of “several days old” ash, local firefighters are dishing out the goods to keep

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homes safe this winter. Household wood burners are getting more attention to trounce the cold, however, every year Nelson Tasman crews discover house fires were ignited by incorrectly

Wakefield library spruced up

ANNE HARDIE

Roger Batt remembers being separated from his classmate for laughing too much back in the 1950s when Wakefield’s old public library also housed a classroom for the local school.

The building has had a lot of uses over the years and now it has undergone a major renovation to set it up for generations to come.

It looks a little different to the days Roger was a pupil in one little room and he remembers the unpainted rimu boards on the walls and the Plunket rooms at the front. He even remembers the Plunket nurse arriving in the morning to light the fire in the front room. Best of all, he remembers laughing and can point to the spot where he had to sit, separated from his friend.

“I was separated from my mate because we kept making each other laugh!”

The weatherboard building on Edward St was built in 1912 to replace the original Waimea South Mechanics Institute and Circulating Library on Pitfure Rd after a land swap to build the library closer to the growing village.

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disposed ash, and the trend heats up in the winter months.

The most recent case was the Nelson South garage fire on Friday, 7 June, which FENZ Top of the South community risk manag-

er, Steve Trigg, says started after “several days old”, undampened ash was disposed in a garden at the Tukuka St property.

To reduce the risk, Resene has gifted 1000 metal, non-flamma-

ble, and sealable ash buckets to Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough brigades in April, to distribute to their local communities.

Roger Batt (front) was a school pupil in the old library back in the 1950s, while behind, Charlotte Thynne (left) and her son Alfie, 3, use the toy library today, Anna Naygrow-Riedel is secretary and Yo Tye knows its history. Photo: Anne Hardie.

“Supporting my son who plays for Nelson College: U17 Kahurangi.”

“Skiing… it’s neat to be out in the air and cruising down the slopes.”

“Spending time at home in the warm and visiting family and friends.”

“Mountain biking over in Kaiteriteri or kiteboarding over in Golden Bay for the adrenaline and not being indoors like normally in winter.”

Ashes prove too hot to handle

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Nelson-based Fire and Emergency New Zealand community readiness and recovery advisor, Jess Noone, says Lake Rotoiti Volunteer Fire Brigade were the first to trial ash bucket distribution last year, as part of its community preparedness project.

She says this year’s response to the buckets was illuminating and it had also helped spread local winter fire safety messages.

“When fire ash is cleaned out it is often put in containers that are flammable or in places that are flammable, and the ash is still warm,” she says.

“Along with the ash buckets, we’ve provided some safety information about how to clean out fireplaces, to try and remove the risk of house fires starting due to the incorrect disposal of hot ash.

“The ash buckets have been well received by the community, there are a few key brigades that have done a really great job in spreading the message, Māpua Volunteer Fire Brigade has given away upwards of 200 buckets.”

out, place it in the bucket, and then fill it with cold water, then place something heavy in the bottom… to stop any chance of it knocking over.

“They pop the lid on seal it up, then we encourage people to place it outside of their home, ideally on a flat surface that’s fire safe… and then leaving it for at least five days before they put it in their compost or rubbish bin.”

Jess says ash can take up to five days to properly cool.

Jess says the buckets also contain instructions for their use.

“It needs to have a hole in the top to let any heat escape, we’ve predrilled most of them,” she says.

“Before they light their fire, we’re asking people to clean the ash

With the distribution now mostly complete, she says she and her colleagues will review the project’s outcomes at the end of winter before deciding whether to spark it up again.

“The district team from Fire and Emergency are thankful for the efforts of our volunteer brigades in distributing the buckets,” she says.

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Rachael Fraine Richmond

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Jinny Fowler Richmond

Ash bucket supporters from Māpua Volunteer Fire Brigade, Mike Crehan, left, Eileen Thawley, Bill Martin, Aaron Thawley, Nick Poultney, and three-year-old Madison Poultney. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Wakefield library spruced up for the future

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Waimea South Historical Society secretary, Yo Tye, says the long-winded title was typical for libraries back then as they were originally educational facilities for trades as well as providing information for the public.

On its new site it became Wakefield Public Library, and went on to house Plunket rooms alongside its library facilities until both moved down the street.

“It was a cold, old building back then,” Yo says. “Now it’s fully insulated and a fully-functioning building in the village.”

Over the years, the former library has housed scouts,

guides, dance classes in the 1980s, and for the past few years it has been Wakefield’s Toy Library, with a new generation creating memories within its walls.

“It’s wonderful, just brilliant. It’s a well-used facility and we have lots of young families in Wakefield.”

In the past few months, Tasman District Council has given the historical building a $250,000 upgrade which partially replaced piles, structurally strengthened it for earthquake risk limits, replaced some rotten weatherboards with specially milled timbers to maintain the same heritage profile, re-roofed it and repainted the exterior. Inside, the

false ceiling has been removed, insulation put in ceiling and under the floor, while many of the old, damaged heritage features have been repaired. As well as insulation, a heat pump system now keeps the interior warmer than it has probably ever been in its 112-year history.

Toy Library secretary, Anna Naygrow-Riedel, says there are plans to include an after-school art programme in the building, movie nights, and include a wider age group in a range of activities.

“It would be nice to broaden it to more of the community. It is a commercial building, but they’re letting it be used by the community, which is great.”

A car caught fire on Ellis St in Brightwater on Monday afternoon. Fire and Emergency New Zealand southern shift manager Simon Lyford says they were alerted to the blaze at around 2.45pm and appliances attended from Richmond and Brightwater. “When crews arrived, the vehicle was well alight. Part of the road was closed and police were called in to assist with traffic.” The fire is being treated as suspicious. Photo: Supplied.

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Belle of Waimea for sale

ANNE HARDIE

The Gables, one of the oldest houses in the region and the belle of Waimea, is for sale after being dramatically restored from a derelict shell.

When Lorraine and Keith Davis purchased The Gables at Waimea West in 2017, there were no floorboards upstairs, water was pouring through the roof, and both ends of the house needed to be propped up by steel rods.

Keith says the two-storied house with its six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, five “reception rooms” and two sets of staircases had stood derelict for 30 to 40 years, a few years longer and it would have been beyond renovation.

“It was walking and falling-throughthe-floor derelict. The southern and northern walls bowed out in the middle, so had to be totally rebuilt down to the foundations. Now, it’s exactly the same as it once was.”

The Gables has been a landmark since it was built in 1864 by its owner John Palmer, who modelled it on a home in Suffolk, England. It began as a family home and Lorraine says it became a hotel, with a shop at the front and the local post office in a lean-to. A large area at the rear was called the ballroom where she says locals used to meet for dances.

Keith undertook much of the renovation work himself with plenty of support from Lorraine. With the hard yards done to renovate the 480 square-metre belle of Waimea and time to sit back and relax a bit, the couple have decided it is now time for them to downsize.

“We just rattle around in it,” Keith says. “It needs a big family or needs to become a bnb (bed and breakfast).”

The Gables is a Category 1 listed Historic Places Trust home and Lorraine and Keith have restored it in keeping with its heritage. The price tag says enquiries over $2.5 million.

Feather together

Top of the South, West Coast and Canterbury breeders flocked to the Hope Recreation Hall with their birds at the weekend for the Nelson Poultry and Pigeon Association Show.

President Karen Smith says it was the first event since 2020, and it hatched an opportunity for chicken, duck, pigeon and cage bird breeders to present their feathered friends for chirpy prizes, but to also get

advice from judges on how to best care for them. She says it was also a gateway for young people to become interested in owning poultry for eggs.

“We had about 230 birds in the show, and we’ve got people bringing in birds to sell if they’ve got any excess,” she says.

Association life member Peter Lyall has participated in the show for around four decades, and he and his partner currently keep around 200 chickens at their Brightwater coop.

Raised crossing on Queen St

Construction of a new raised crossing on Queen St kicks off this week. Located between Washbourn Dr and Edward St, it will replace the existing pedestrian crossing. The initial works involve removing the concrete islands and replacing the existing lowered kerbs on either side of the road. The project is expected to take two week and will be done between 7am and 6pm. A two-way traffic will be maintained. There will be a weekend road closure in late June to install

the crossing.

He plucked three gongs this year for two of the 30 birds he entered, including Best Bird in Show, and Best Fancy Bantam for an Old English Bantam and Best Heavy Breed for a large Light Sussex.

“It starts with those little chickens that are a week or 10 days old, you’ve got to look after them, and then when it comes to showtime, there’s a lot of grooming,” he says. “A lot of them get washed, I have a special routine, and it seems to work pretty well.”

Two-vehicle crash in Richmond

A two-vehicle crash in Richmond on Saturday blocked part of State Highway 6. The crash was reported at 3.45pm, between Waverley St and King St. A police spokesperson says there were no serious injuries, however diversions were in place and there were delays for motorists until the scene was cleared at around 5pm.

The Gables restored to its former glory and now for sale. Photo: Supplied.

GORDON PREECE

Nelson Poultry and Pigeon Association life member Peter Lyall with his winning Old English Bantam. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Help your school sport $10k

Nelson Tasman residents are being asked to back their local schools in a chance to nab a share of $15,000 in sporting equipment.

Richmond Mall this week launched a campaign allowing shoppers to vote for which school they would like to take home the top prize.

Richmond Mall manager Belinda de Clercq says they felt like the time was right to get behind the community with an engagement activity, but struggled to choose between so many deserving charities.

“In the end, we decided the schools are a good match for us. We have strong support for schools education, and sport.”

Originally aiming to target eight-10 schools, they reached out to those on their doorstep.

Some decided they already had enough sports equipment and wanted to see other schools benefit instead. For others, it wasn’t the right time, so the net was cast wider to include schools in Nelson and further afield in Tasman.

“We got to 13 confirmed and decided ‘yes’, we can manage that number,” Belinda says, taking into account that all of the data has to be managed manually.

So on Monday, 13 boxes were erected opposite Whitcoulls in the Mall.

To give your chosen school a chance to win, all you have to do is drop your receipt from a Richmond Mall

store in their box. Or fill out the entry form in the Waimea Weekly. Stickers from Luv’ya apples also earns a point for every six stickers collected, or one point from a logo cut out from the plastic apple bag.

Belinda says there is no minimum spend amount, and all stores in the mall are involved, including PAK’nSAVE.

The winner will be the one who receives the higest dollar value, calculated based on the school’s current role, so even the smallest school is in with an equal chance.

The top three of 13 school’s will win $10k, $3k and $2k respectively to spend on sporting goods for their kura.

“Vote for any school, it could be your neighbour’s kids’ school, or maybe, if your school isn’t participating this time, adopt a school and support them and hopefully next time round they can do the same for you.”

Belinda says sponsors Waimea Weekly, More FM, Luv’ya Apples and Tinline all need a special mention for making the competition possible. The competition runs until July 22 with winners contacted around 1 August.

Participating schools are: Māpua, Ranzau, Lower Moutere, Hope, Appleby, Brightwater, Henley, Waimea Intermediate, Saint Paul’s Catholic, Birchwood, Brooklyn, Nelson Intermediate and St. Joseph’s School.

Riders saddle up for new forest trail

ANNE HARDIE

Local horse riders are saddling up and heading into the forest following the creation of a new two-kilometre trail that takes them between the pines to the beach.

The track had been planned to connect the equestrian park on Rough Island to the beach on Rabbit Island, but Tasman District Council reserves officer Steve Richards says the narrow causeway connecting the two islands did not have the room to create a safe track beside the road at that point.

That led to the trail commencing at the beginning of the boat ramp road with an area to park floats. Now the horse-only trail is tucked behind a couple of rows of pine trees and follows the road down to the beach, and also connects with Monaco Rd which borders the beach.

Rough Island Equestrian Park president, Sharon Higgins, rode the trail on her pinto, Mollie, last week and says it is fantastic to have a new ride in the forest without dogs or bikes. Though the trail does not extend through to Rough Island, she says many riders will be happy to ride from the equestrian park and over the causeway to connect with the new trail.

“I think it’s lovely; fantastic. Ev-

eryone is pretty excited about it in an environment where we have been losing access and it’s really positive that we’ve been given a new one. It’s thanks to Steve for all his hard work to drive the trail and a huge number of people are thanking the council for the trail on social media.

“Now we can park at the equestrian park and ride all the way down to the beach with only one little

spot by the road. It’s also nice having a couple of kilometres to ride before getting onto the beach because sometimes you can have some interesting times if you start out fresh on the beach.”

Sharon says there are still not enough places to ride horses out on trails in the region and riders are losing access to “the great Kiwi outdoors”.

At this stage, Steve says there is

no access further into the forest without a permit under the current management plan, which is due for a review in 2026. Forest access permits can be obtained for special events and he says horse riders have done that in the past for trail riding events. He acknowledges horse riders are keen for more places to ride.

“We get a lot of people contacting us about where else can they ride

their horses.”

He says Rough Island is available for horse riding but it is a shareduse area and all users need to be respectful of each other. At Tunnicliff Forest by Wai-iti Recreation Reserve near Wakefield, riders will again be able to ride their horses once the forest is harvested. The banks of the Waimea River are also available for horse riding and he says the Waimea River Park review has just got underway and consultation with the user groups has not begun. He says horse riders will be invited to make submissions soon, once the submission process is set up. Meanwhile, Sharon says she will be encouraging horse riders to work together and make submissions on Rabbit Island’s forest management plan when it is reviewed as there is so much more potential for riding trails through the forest.

“Trail riding through pine forests has multiple benefits. It has shade from the hot summer sun and soft footing for barefoot horses. It would be really nice to have more horse-accessible trails made available within the forest on the island.”

In some areas, she says, it should be possible to have trails for horses, dogs, walkers and bikers within the same forest. The Hanmer Springs Heritage Forest bridle path is a good example of that.

Gardening tips for June

Winter is here and we are hoping it will bring significant rain with it. It is still unbelievably dry for this time of year. We are all rain dancing madly.

Soil temperatures are much cooler now so here is a great tip when planting vegetable seedlings in your garden or raised beds. Weed the area thoroughly and dig in a good amount of our fish compost and sheep manure pellets.

Make a mound of soil and plant your seedlings on top of it, mulching them with pea straw, barley straw, red clover straw or wool mulch. Apply a thick layer of mulch around the sides of the mound too.

This will act as a ‘duvet’ for the plants’ roots. Wool mulch is our favourite; it is proven to keep the soil warmer in winter.

We have a fabulous selection of spray free seedlings in our pick your own area and in punnets. They are grown on-site with lots of love and attention.

The first early seed potatoes, Liseta and Jersey Benne are in-store now. If you live in a frost-free area or grow your early potatoes in a glasshouse or tunnel house, it is the perfect time to sit them somewhere to sprout. Make sure they are not in direct sunlight as this can make them go green. You can also

leave them in a paper bag somewhere cool and dry until they sprout.

Now is the perfect time to ensure surface rooting plants such as citrus, rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias are wellmulched. Give them a good side-dressing of fish compost and sheep manure pellets before applying mulch.

This is especially important if you are using bark. Over time bark depletes nitrogen and other minerals in your soil.

If your citrus or daphne have yellow leaves this is a sign they are lacking magnesium. Mix one teaspoon of Epsom salts to one litre of tepid water and pour around the drip-line of your plants. Tepid water will help ensure the magnesium is absorbed quickly. Sheep manure pellets also contain magnesium so they will help too.

Our bare-rooted fruit trees and roses will be in-store soon so it is a great idea to pop in regularly. We have some truly beautiful roses coming from Tasman Bay Roses this season. We are proud sponsors of Green Thumbs and Dirty Fingers, a fortnightly garden show on Fresh FM, 104.8FM. Each show is replayed the following week.

Gardening Column by Bay Landscapes & Garden Centre’s Philippa Foes-Lamb

Sharon Higgins and her horse Mollie have given the new trail the thumbs up.

Photo: Anne Hardie.

Groundbreaking forestry innovation in Brightwater

SARA HOLLYMAN

A first-of-its-kind forestry innovation has been celebrated at a Brightwater manufacturing site.

DC Equipment founder and owner, Dale Ewers, gathered with partners, supporters, customers, suppliers, and local dignitaries last month to celebrate the first two Madill 4000 Log Loaders off the line, manufactured from the ground up in Brightwater.

The event also doubled as a surprise reveal of a new prototype currently in development at the Brightwater site that will see a brand-new remote felling machine – a first of its kind for the industry.

The Madill RFM 1100 remote felling machine will completely remove the operator from a machine and will then be operated from the safety of the skid site above or below.

Dale says the equipment that they are producing locally is changing the industry worldwide, making forestry a safer place to work.

Acquiring the Madill brand, alongside two other brands just 11 months ago, Dale says the innovation that continues to come out of the base in Brightwater is “industry changing”.

“With these innovations, it means you’re not in the machine, you’re away from harm.

“This has not been done anywhere else before in forestry,” he says.

In 2019, Statistics NZ released data showing that agriculture, forestry and fishing

industry had the highest rate of work-related injury claims in 2018 and those working in the industry were almost twice as likely to be injured than the total rate of all industries.

In 2017 there were six Worksafe confirmed fatalities in the forestry industry.

As safety improves, the death rate for the industry has fallen, with Worksafe reporting one death in 2023 and one so far in 2024, both of which involved someone being struck by a falling tree, the exact thing that DC Equipment’s machinery is attempting to avoid.

Dale says health and safety has always been the number one reason for their innovations, recalling all too well the fear he would feel when receiving an unexpected call from one of his crew managers.

“It’s the fear that someone has been hurt when that phone call comes in, but I

don’t feel that anymore.”

Now, with a record zero incident rate over 1.5 million manhours in their machines, the health and safety focus can now shift to incorporate the environmental impacts of the industry.

“We have built this equipment to save our people from injury and we’ve reduced the number of incidents, which include injuries and near-misses, by 85 per cent over 10 years.

“Now we are bringing in environmental and believe we can cut 50 per cent of emissions.”

He says the remote felling carriage doesn’t even have a footprint on the ground – it is suspended in the air so it’s only the impact of the tree hitting the ground that impacts soil.

When mainly excavators were used to cut trees down, each weighing around 40 tonne, they were required to move up and down the

hillside day-in and day-out, compressing and disturbing the ground underneath them as they moved.

Dale says the new RFM machine weighs just 10 tonnes and doesn’t require an operator to be present on the hillside, so is a game-changing piece of equipment.

Dale is proud that, aside from the odd imported component everything is manufactured locally, creating around 150 jobs, but also celebrates the opening of a new manufacturing premises in Prince George, British Columbia last week.

The new location, which the Madill brand has had a previous presence in, will help support the increasing demand from the North American market.

As for the two new Madill 400 Log Loaders, one is enroute to its new home in Canada and the other to a North Island-based crew here in New Zealand.

New innovations in forestry have been celebrated at DC Equipment. Photo: Supplied.

Dam provides relief in winter drought

ANNE HARDIE

The region is in the grip of a winter drought and without the Waimea Community Dam, urban and industry that feed off it would be on stage four water restrictions, which is a 65 per cent cut.

Tasman District Council acting information, science and technology group manager, Rob Smith, says Richmond has had just half of its usual rainfall for the year with just 200mms of rain compared with about 400mms. In May alone, 21.5mm was recorded compared with a typical 100mm for the month.

It has resulted in little moisture in the soil and there would be a fraction of the water in the river without the reservoir in the Lee Valley releasing water into it. Though water is not needed for much irrigation at this time of year, he says residential still needs water for drinking and within households, while industry, from meat processing to timber and glasshouses, still need the same amount of water for production. The only reason there has not been water restrictions in the past few months is because of the dam and he says people in the

community have jobs because the water is there.

“That’s peoples’ jobs. It’s not just that they get (water) cuts, their productivity would have to scale back. The flow on through our community is quite large and so it’s not just about someone irrigating some apple trees.”

At the dam site, Waimea Water

has recorded the lowest May inflows since records commenced in 2007. It is now releasing 1.2 m3/s to support downstream river flows and last week it had released seven per cent of the reservoir over a two-week period, taking it to down to 85 per cent of its capacity. Twenty per cent of the reservoir was released be-

tween opening the valve at the beginning of March and one large rain event in April.

Council’s senior resource scientist, Joseph Thomas, says the positioning of the dam collects a huge quantity of rain when there is a decent rainfall such as the one in April. On the other hand, the Kainui Dam southwest

of Wakefield is just 12 per cent full because it does not have the same catchment area. He says it will need about 800mm of rain between now and October for next summer. He says the region is experiencing a “green drought”, where the grass looks green, but soil moisture is at wilting point, which is really dry for June. “It looks green on top, but there really is no moisture below foot. Once you go down 300mm to 500mm it’s as dry as a board.”

Waimea Irrigators Ltd chairman, Murray King, says he has concerns for the farmers, growers and lifestylers who are not benefiting from the Waimea Community Dam and are struggling with dry, cold conditions and limited feed reserves to get through winter. He says there will be livestock under severe pressure in the coming months. In the Moutere, the drought shows the effects without the dam, with aquifers so low that Rob says a 35 per cent water restriction is still in place and it will take a long time for the groundwater to get back up to where it needs to be because it is a confined aquifer. While over in Golden Bay, irrigators would be on cease take in winter because of the lack of rain.

Tasman District Council staff measure river flow in the river. Photo: Anne Hardie.

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Murchison’s epic Nerf battle

being young.

Echoes of laughter filled the air in Murchison during the last week of May as local youth engaged in an epic Nerf battle. Armed with foam darts and imagination, they transformed the school hall into a battleground of fun.

The Nerf battle, initiated by the Murchison Youth Council and supported by Murchison Sport Recreational and Cultural Centre, TDC and Murchison Area School, was part of the nationwide Youth Week which is a celebration of youth aged 12 -24. Youth Week events aim to encourage youth to share ideas, take on challenges, and focus on the positive aspects of

“The Nerf battle was hosted at lunchtime over three days, and each day more and more kids started to join in, around 60 youth took part,” activities coordinator at Murchison Sports Recreational and Cultural Centre, Rebecca Hockey, says.

“It’s harder to get outside and be active in the winter months and not all kids are into sports, so we found that this event connected with a wide range of kids and encouraged them to be active in a fun way.”

From elaborate ambushes, daring rescues, capturing the flag, and the last man standing, there was always infectious laughter in the air.

During the last man standing,

where kids are working solo to be the last person left at the end of the game, there came a point where everyone had to turn on each other, which was challenging for some, but allowed the kids to experiment, find solutions to problems, work out the best strategies, and build new confidence skills or learn how to sit with defeat.

“We did have a small group of winners to which Buller Canyon Jets have kindly donated white water thrill jet boat rides. The ten kids who get to go on the jet boat are very excited,” Rebecca says.

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“Overall, it was an amazing event, full of good laughs all round.”

Broken promises in Budget 2024

In its first Budget, the National Government has broken its promises. Their Budget has no plan to tackle the cost-of-living crisis Kiwis are facing, particularly for those who are struggling the most.

They’ve backed out on their promise that health and education spending wouldn’t be touched and that they wouldn’t need to borrow money to pay for tax cuts - which are much less that the $250 a fortnight most families were promised. The average family will get just $60 a fortnight and minimum wage workers will get the equivalent of 30 cents per hour. Saving for the future has become harder with the loss of First Home Grants, half-price public transport and universal free prescriptions.

I've heard from Nelsonians who are devastated that the Government has broken their campaign promise to fund 13 new cancer treatments.

National chose to fund a $2.9 billion tax break for landlords, but couldn't commit to the $280 million needed to fund potentially life-saving drugs.

Labour will keep advocating for everyone affected by these cuts. I will be out meeting people in our communities to hear your concerns. If you’d like to share how the Budget impacts you, please get in touch.

ELOISE MARTYN

Jellianne Santotome, 12, Joy Santotome, 12, Lily-rose Sutton, 12, George Cockfield, 15, Issy Helem, 17, and Piper Hunt, 16, took part in the fun-filled Murchison youth Nerf battle. Photo: Rebecca Hockey.

Astrid, 9, and Carmen Thompson

Elton Merrin and Mary Sullivan

Kevin and Debbie Bannan

Mila Maas-Lane, 8, Nick Lane, Aedan Maas-Lane, 4

Ryder , 9, Alexia and Ivy Eteveneaux-Birks, 7

Jenny Gillum and Maureen Drummond

Roger Lochhead, Frank Thomas and Chris Hogarth

Lynn Simmons and Jude Delaney

Chris and Frances Hobbs

Melitta Richards and Trevor Knowles

More Nelsonians struggling to pay rent

KATE RUSSELL

A Nelson family says they would be “lost” without the assistance they received from St Vincent de Paul (SVDP) to pay their rentand they are not the only ones.

Despite the median rent in Nelson Tasman falling by 3.4 per cent to $570, according to TradeMe’s rental price index for April 2024, the society has seen an increase in those needing help to pay it as the cost of living continues to bite.

SVDP has seen a 60 per cent jump in those seeking rent assistance in the past year across the region. In the 2023/24 financial year, they have given out $42,000 in rent assistance, compared to $15,500 in 2022/23.

President of SVDP Nelson, Elizabeth Owens, says this is a “significant” increase.

“We are careful in considering each request for assistance. Sometimes we offer a portion towards a debt, and they find the rest.

“We speak to the landlord too and establish if it is an ongoing issue. Sometimes people have an unexpected expense or a reduction in their work hours.”

One lady spoken to by the Nelson Weekly, who wants to be known

as Denise, says her family would be “lost” without rent assistance from SVDP.

She, her partner, and her two teenage children, have been living in the same rental property for 11 years but, like many families, are struggling to juggle the rising cost of living.

She and her partner are both in paid work and pay more than $500 per week for their three-bedroom home in the Nelson region, but they have had to ask for rent assistance from SVDP more than

once.

“We’ve had to ask a few times, and they have paid half and we’ve paid the other half. You’ve still got to pay rent, otherwise you’d be living in your car,” she says.

“It’s pretty tough out there at the moment, sometimes we have to put the rent above food, the cost of everything is just so high. It can be stressful, especially when you have two incomes and you’re still struggling.”

Denise says she had heard from a friend that SVDP offered rent

assistance.

“We just had to pick up the old pride and go and see them, but they made us feel welcome, they made us feel human – not like a number or a statistic.”

Denise says they have applied for an accommodation supplement from Work and Income but have been told their income is too high to qualify.

“They have unrealistic guidelines… whereas SVDP helps working-class families without judgment.

“If we didn’t have SVDP in our community, a lot of people would struggle.”

SVDP has been helping people in New Zealand for over 155 years. In this region, they have branches in Nelson, Stoke, Richmond, Motueka, and Tākaka.

“We receive donations, and bequests, and our Vinnies shops make money from selling second-hand goods,” Elizabeth explains.

These funds can help people with a variety of things, including school expenses, budget advice, vehicle costs, food, phone, power, medical and dental expenses – as well as rent bills.

Elizabeth says people needing help can come and have a discrete chat about their situation and what they can do to help them get back on their feet.

“We cannot predict accurately what the levels of each type of need will be from year to year; we just try and be ready and able to help people.”

Manager at the Victory Community Centre, Laura Fear, says they are also seeing people in employment struggling to pay rent, as well as people servicing higher mortgage costs who are left with less money to buy essentials.

Rents in Nelson have gone down, but more are struggling to pay it as the cost of living continues to bite. Photo: File.

Richmond’s new traffic plans

I am not sure who could of and would have designed the ten horrendous speed bumps in Wensley Rd and the two in Queen St, and have to ask why? They cause vehicles to lurch sideways, they put unnecessary and un-even pressure on both upper and lower suspension joints, tie-rod ends, steering racks, tyres and rims. These items have to be kept in good condition for the safety of the vehicle or they can contribute to accidents. These launching pads may suit the thrill seekers but could easily become dangerous by those who get a thrill from becoming air-borne and may cause injury or death when the vehicle or cycle is out of control. If the idea for this is to control speed, then a speed bump should be installed. It appears that the belief is that all who get behind the steering wheel are intent on breaking the law.

These must also make the emergency vehicles question on how and where to go if required in that area. Can we then believe that Worksafe would approve of this practice? Is it not the intention when a road is built that you have the right to travel on it safely to reach your chosen destination? Surely placing launching pads and concrete blocks onto a road only creates anger and frustration amongst law abiding drivers. When, and not if, an accident happens, who will be penalised, those who designed these or the ratepayers? Is it not the common belief that everyone should be able to use a road in a safe manner. Why not install permanent speed cameras and catch those who are breaking the law, plus the revenue earned could assist in road repairs. I could have made an appointment to meet council or made a submission to make my concerns known but feel that the decision has already been made.

John Hewison

Queen St parklet

Now that the cones are gone and the work outside Henley Store and Sprig and Fern appears to be completed, where’s the angle parking? What? The angle parking has been removed? Then why is there a sign still there?

For the convenience of cyclists, roadside parking has been removed meaning that if more than one guest comes, they have to park some distance away. Convenience for some is at the expense of others.

Traffic still speeds down Queen St and cyclists often ride on the footpath - at speed!

All in all, an expensive disaster.

Ken Williams

Wakefield’s new kindergarten

What a cool idea. I hope this gets the go ahead.

Kerri Le Cheminant

Fantastic idea. I’m sure the 40 places wouldn’t take long to fill.

Amie Brewerton

Church seeks interest on prime Richmond land

Community gardens, hot houses and fruit trees would be awesome. With the ability to teach gardening skills to local school students.

Lisa Arrandale

What about affordable small homes for those who need them.

Adrienne Matthews

More people, more houses in census

No wonder we have such a housing shortage!!!

Paula Jane Campbell

Veteran volunteer honoured with King’s Service Medal

Congratulations Trevor. Well deserved. Thank you for doing so much for the community.

Janette Wilcox

Trevor, you are an absolute legend and so worthy of this. I remember meeting you for the first time and being blown away by your “can do anything” attitude! So many people, especially kids, have benefited from your hard work and generosity.

What a lucky town we are to have you. Well done, from me and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Cushla Duncan

Local History

ROBYN PARKES

Lady Liverpool established her own wartime charity, the Lady Liverpool League, on the outbreak of World War 1 to raise funds for soldiers. Branches, run by local women, operated all over the country.

In August 1917, she visited Richmond to meet the Mayoress, Mrs G Chisnall, and other local ladies to make an appeal on behalf of the Expeditionary Force to join her efforts and a Daffodil Carnival was decided on. The concept was for each area, Richmond being one, to form into groups, elect a princess, organise, and run events to raise funds over a period of a month. The group that collected the most money in each area was able to have their princess represent the others as Queen and she was credited with all local funding raised to take to the culminating event. Richmond divided into four groups, Richmond Fire

Brigade, Richmond Borough Council, Trades community and Farming community, with Hope and Appleby joining.

Richmond Borough Council’s efforts to raise funds for their candidate, Miss Thomas, began with a ball. Over the following month they ran afternoon tea booths, a social, baby show, bran tubs (lucky dips), weekly cake and sweet stalls, dancing classes, children’s concert, benefit picture show, concerts, luncheons, a fancy dress dance and a Fair Day held at the Recreation Grounds with stalls of every kind. Their final events were a picture, a dancing exhibition and a musical event.

The farming community elected Greta Robinson and began their efforts with a lecture delivered by a returned soldier and musical items. Also held were jumble sales, farm produce stalls, a ball, social, recitals, garden fete, races and a produce day competition. Their last event was a grand con-

Daffodil carnival and Richmond’s effort

cert held in the Oddfellows Hall. Richmond Volunteer Fire Brigade chose Miss Iris Cross as their princess and efforts began with an evening social and a torchlight procession. Weekly progressive euchre parties were run, a social dance, supper dancing, Brigade tournament, lecture, stalls, sports, treasure hunts, and Brigade competitions with a grand fete day being one of their last events.

‘Trades’ elected Miss E Burroughs. They first organised weekly socials at the Institute with a barrow parade and surprise bags to sell. Also held was a weekly produce stall, a guessing competition, music competitions, recitals, afternoon teas, concerts, gymkhana, baby show, flower show, a fair day with sports, parades and prizes for decorated barrows and prams, and an evening parade with a decorated lorry illuminated with Chinese lanterns, headed by the National Reserve Band. Their

biggest event was a spectacular concert of songs and musical items followed by a march, with all the Allies being represented in national costume. In Nelson was the culminating day for the Carnival on 15 September. Trafalgar St was lined with various stalls, many flowers, and plants, and children canvassing the city selling buttonholes. A public luncheon took place at the Council

Chambers followed by a procession through the streets from Church steps to Trafalgar Park, with Richmond’s queen candidate, Miss Burroughs, leading. Each queen was in a car decorated with the colours of the country they represented, Richmond’s being France. The total raised for Lady Liverpool fund was £4542, 12s, 10d, all to provide comfort for soldiers at the front.

Carnival Parade, Richmond’s queen leading, 1917. Rob and Lyn Packer Collection.

Community and tradition are the heart of the vision for beloved pubs

Community and tradition are the heart of the vision for beloved pubs

Richmond’s pub scene has seen a remarkable transformation under the stewardship of George Crosbie, who took full ownership of Armadillos and The Star Tavern a year ago.

Richmond’s pub scene has seen a remarkable transformation under the stewardship of George Crosbie, who took full ownership of Armadillos and The Star Tavern a year ago.

As the son of Tony Crosbie, a seasoned publican, George has dedicated himself to revitalising these cherished establishments while honouring their long-standing traditions. Over the past year George has invested significantly in bringing both pubs up to par, with the Star Tavern undergoing major bathroom renovations costing over $45,000.

As the son of Tony Crosbie, a seasoned publican, George has dedicated himself to revitalising these cherished establishments while honouring their long-standing traditions. Over the past year George has invested significantly in bringing both pubs up to par, with the Star Tavern undergoing major bathroom renovations costing over $45,000.

“We’re committed to making our venues clean, fun, and safe places to enjoy a night out,” says George. This commitment includes installing constant security at the bar with a strict zero-tolerance policy, ensuring patrons can relax and have a good time without any concerns. George’s community focus is evident in the generous contributions he’s made from the venues. In the last 12 months of business, the team has given away over $30,000 in cash and prizes and held $50,000 worth of meat raffles. “These bars mean a lot to me.

“We’re committed to making our venues clean, fun, and safe places to enjoy a night out,” says George. This commitment includes installing constant security at the bar with a strict zero-tolerance policy, ensuring patrons can relax and have a good time without any concerns. George’s community focus is evident in the generous contributions he’s made from the venues. In the last 12 months of business, the team has given away over $30,000 in cash and prizes and held $50,000 worth of meat raffles.

“These bars mean a lot to me.

The Star was the first bar I poured a beer in, and the first bar I managed, at 20 years old.”

The Star was the first bar I poured a beer in, and the first bar I managed, at 20 years old.”

George plans to renovate areas at The Star Tavern to create a more cohesive and enjoyable space. A major bar renovation is also on the horizon, and additionally the TAB and pool room areas, which George believes will be the final piece of the puzzle with these projects set to be completed within the next 12 months. The enhancements are all aimed at bringing back the family atmosphere and traditional hospitality that

George plans to renovate areas at The Star Tavern to create a more cohesive and enjoyable space. A major bar renovation is also on the horizon, and additionally the TAB and pool room areas, which George believes will be the final piece of the puzzle with these projects set to be completed within the next 12 months. The enhancements are all aimed at bringing back the family atmosphere and traditional hospitality that

George cherishes. Armadillos, in particular, has embraced this ethos with initiatives like the ‘kids dine free’ programme, which has been well-received by the community.

George cherishes. Armadillos, in particular, has embraced this ethos with initiatives like the ‘kids dine free’ programme, which has been well-received by the community.

“We want to ensure that families can celebrate special occasions without having to count their pennies."

“We want to ensure that families can celebrate special occasions without having to count their pennies."

George’s background in hospitality has instilled in him

George’s background in hospitality has instilled in him

The Star Tavern team, Ali, George and Brad.

The Star Tavern team, Ali, George and Brad.

the importance of respecting both customers and staff, and a significant part of his leadership philosophy is mentorship.

At Armadillos, young team members are given opportunities to grow and develop their careers. This commitment to mentorship and development is something George learned from his father, Tony, who himself was a product of the rigorous Lion Brewery training programme. This tradition of fostering talent is something George is keen to continue. The philosophy is reflected in the teams, where young, passionate individuals are flourishing in their roles.

the importance of respecting both customers and staff, and a significant part of his leadership philosophy is mentorship. At Armadillos, young team members are given opportunities to grow and develop their careers. This commitment to mentorship and development is something George learned from his father, Tony, who himself was a product of the rigorous Lion Brewery training programme. This tradition of fostering talent is something George is keen to continue. The philosophy is reflected in the teams, where young, passionate individuals are flourishing in their roles.

“I love to see the young one's flourish in their hospitality careers. Seeing their confidence grow is extremely rewarding!”

“I love to see the young one's flourish in their hospitality careers. Seeing their confidence grow is extremely rewarding!”

George’s commitment to the community extends beyond his pubs. He supports local initiatives through giveaways,

George’s commitment to the community extends beyond his pubs. He supports local initiatives through giveaways,

fundraising, and donations to organisations like Hospice and the Lion Foundation.

fundraising, and donations to organisations like Hospice and the Lion Foundation.

At The Star, the relaunch of popular games such as super Meat Raffles and Beers and Bulls-eyes provides a fun way for patrons to engage and win big. Live entertainment is a staple at both venues ensuring there’s always something exciting happening.

At The Star, the relaunch of popular games such as super Meat Raffles and Beers and Bulls-eyes provides a fun way for patrons to engage and win big. Live entertainment is a staple at both venues ensuring there’s always something exciting happening.

One of the key factors behind the success of Armadillos and The Star Tavern is solidity. “Our point of difference is that our consistency is really high—with our atmosphere, our staff, and our food. That is what makes us unique.”

One of the key factors behind the success of Armadillos and The Star Tavern is solidity. “Our point of difference is that our consistency is really high—with our atmosphere, our staff, and our food. That is what makes us unique.”

This is monitored through their return rates, with the establishment boasting an impressive return rate on cus-

This is monitored through their return rates, with the establishment boasting an impressive return rate on cus-

tomer transactions. “The stats show us every week what is selling and what people are enjoying. We look at every aspect of this information to ensure our customers are getting the very best from us,” he adds.

tomer transactions. “The stats show us every week what is selling and what people are enjoying. We look at every aspect of this information to ensure our customers are getting the very best from us,” he adds.

George’s vision for Armadillos and The Star Tavern is clear: to create welcoming spaces where people can unwind, have fun, and enjoy traditional Kiwi hospitality.

George’s vision for Armadillos and The Star Tavern is clear: to create welcoming spaces where people can unwind, have fun, and enjoy traditional Kiwi hospitality.

“I want people to know that we are here to stay. We have invested a lot of time and money into both locations, and we are proud of the work we are doing and the plans we have for the future.”

“I want people to know that we are here to stay. We have invested a lot of time and money into both locations, and we are proud of the work we are doing and the plans we have for the future.”

With leases secured for the next 30 years at The Star and eight years at Armadilloswith hopes of more - George and his team are committed to providing excellent service and a great experience for all their patrons. As George aptly puts it, “Having people come into our establishments and having a fun time—that is what puts a smile on my face every day.”

With leases secured for the next 30 years at The Star and eight years at Armadilloswith hopes of more - George and his team are committed to providing excellent service and a great experience for all their patrons. As George aptly puts it, “Having people come into our establishments and having a fun time—that is what puts a smile on my face every day.”

As George reflects on the past year, he expresses deep gratitude to the community, his team and his family, especially his wife Jaydene, saying without her support he wouldn’t be able to follow his dream.

As George reflects on the past year, he expresses deep gratitude to the community, his team and his family, especially his wife Jaydene, saying without her support he wouldn’t be able to follow his dream.

“I would like to personally thank everyone for their ongoing support, especially over the past year—from the community to the police and our regular true-blue locals. We look forward to welcoming you into our establishments!”

“I would like to personally thank everyone for their ongoing support, especially over the past year—from the community to the police and our regular true-blue locals. We look forward to welcoming you into our establishments!”

Proud to supply Armadillo’s and The Star

Cnr. Alabama and Main South Road, Blenheim Mon - Fri 7am - 5pm, Sat: 7am - 12:30pm

The Armadillos team

Felicity Daly, George, Jade and Georgia.

The Armadillos team

Felicity Daly, George, Jade and Georgia.

Dear diary, here’s to the 7-day weekend

Love the choice.

Retirement can be blissfully laid back, or it can be wonderfully unretiring and active.

At Summerset, it’s your choice. From day to day, you have the freedom to pursue all your passions and hobbies, or just find a place to relax. All set within a secure, warm and friendly community. Love the life you choose.

Relaxed retirement living right in the heart of Richmond

Summerset Richmond Ranges is a modern, established retirement village offering a relaxing and low-maintenance lifestyle, resort-style facilities, and a renowned continuum of care (care is subject to availability and eligibility criteria). All safe and secure within our fully gated community.

There are a range of brand-new two and three-bedroom villas available now.*

Pop along to one of our upcoming Open Days and see for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.

Open Days

Thursday 13 June, 10am - 2pm Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 June, 10am - 2pm

Summerset Richmond Ranges 1 Hill Street North, Richmond 03 744 3432 | summerset.co.nz/richmond

And with our Moving Made Easy Offer,# there’s never been a better time. Including $2,000 towards your legal fees, a complimentary moving package provided by Smart Express, and a six-month weekly fee waiver. Simply sign a sales contract for a selected home between 20 March 2024 and 30 June 2024, settle by 30 September 2024,* and you could be living the Summerset life sooner than you think.

Love the life you choose.

Muttly needs a new blue tag

Muttly needs a new blue tag

Whether your canine companion is a man’s best friend, a pampered handbag pooch or a hard-out working dog, they need to be registered before the beginning of July.

Whether your canine companion is a man’s best friend, a pampered handbag pooch or a hard-out working dog, they need to be registered before the beginning of July.

Registration fees are $65 for a dog on a property under 1 hectare (urban), and $45 if your property is over 1 hectare (rural).

Registration fees are $65 for a dog on a property under 1 hectare (urban), and $45 if your property is over 1 hectare (rural).

Any dogs that are still unregistered and unpaid on 1 August will incur a 50% penalty fee.

Any dogs that are still unregistered and unpaid on 1 August will incur a 50% penalty fee.

Dog registration fees cover the cost of all dog services provided in Tasman. It is a user pays system that is not subsidised by rates.

Dog registration fees cover the cost of all dog services provided in Tasman. It is a user pays system that is not subsidised by rates. We are sending out registration forms to currently registered dogs, or you can download a registration form from our website.

We are sending out registration forms to currently registered dogs, or you can download a registration form from our website. You can return your registration form:

You can return your registration form:

· By email to dog.control@ tasman.govt.nz

· By email to dog.control@ tasman.govt.nz

· By post to Dog Control, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050, or · In person to any Council Service Centre.

· By post to Dog Control, Private Bag 4, Richmond 7050, or · In person to any Council Service Centre.

If any of your details have changed, such as your address or phone number, the number of dogs you own etc, please let us know on your registration form.

If any of your details have changed, such as your address or phone number, the number of dogs you own etc, please let us know on your registration form.

You can pay your registration fee by:

You can pay your registration fee by:

· Bank transfer to account 12-3193-0002048-03

· Bank transfer to account 12-3193-0002048-03

· Online with a credit card

· Online with a credit card

Remember to register your dog by 30 June

Remember to register your dog by 30 June

If you have a dog aged three months or older it must be registered and microchipped.*

If you have a dog aged three months or older it must be registered and microchipped.*

Current registered dog owners will have received their registration letter by email or in the post by now. You can register your dog in person, by mail to any Council service centre, or you can pay online. If you have not received your letter, please contact the Council on 03 543 8400.

Current registered dog owners will have received their registration letter by email or in the post by now. You can register your dog in person, by mail to any Council service centre, or you can pay online. If you have not received your letter, please contact the Council on 03 543 8400.

The fee for dogs that have not been registered by 31 July will increase by 50% on top of the standard fee.

The fee for dogs that have not been registered by 31 July will increase by 50% on top of the standard fee.

This year fees are $65 for a dog on a property under 1 hectare (urban), and $45 if your property is over 1 hectare (rural).

This year fees are $65 for a dog on a property under 1 hectare (urban), and $45 if your property is over 1 hectare (rural).

Free microchipping sessions

Free microchipping sessions

Tasman District Council is offering free microchipping for dogs registered in Tasman that are younger than six months old. Sessions from 9.00 am – 10.00 on Fridays at the Richmond Dog Pound, 121 Beach Road, Richmond. Please phone 03 544 3207 to make an appointment.

Tasman District Council is offering free microchipping for dogs registered in Tasman that are younger than six months old. Sessions from 9.00 am – 10.00 am on Fridays at the Richmond Dog Pound, 121 Beach Road, Richmond. Please phone 03 544 3207 to make an appointment.

* Working dogs are exempt from microchipping

* Working dogs are exempt from microchipping

For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration

(fees apply)

(fees apply)

· In person at a Council Service Centre.

· In person at a Council Service Centre.

Please make sure you use your dog owner number as reference when paying online. Visit tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration.

Please make sure you use your dog owner number as reference when paying online. Visit tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration.

Pet Sitters Nelson

Pet Sitters Nelson

Pet Sitters Nelson are soon to be celebrating 20 years in business, so you know this is a local business you can trust, with a reliable team of experienced sitters and range of services.

Pet Sitters Nelson are soon to be celebrating 20 years in business, so you know this is a local business you can trust, with a reliable team of experienced sitters and range of services.

Their popular Doggie Days Out have ½ hour & 1-hour options to provide that much needed socialisation and break in their day, with pick-up and drop-off included.

Their popular Doggie Days Out have ½ hour & 1-hour options to provide that much needed socialisation and break in their day, with pick-up and drop-off included.

If you’re heading away, they provide home visits, families to care for dogs and boarding facilities for small pets such as rabbits, providing you with complete peace of mind.

If you’re heading away, they provide home visits, families to care for dogs and boarding facilities for small pets such as rabbits, providing you with complete peace of mind.

Hole Diggers Dog Spa

Hole Diggers Dog Spa

Hole Diggers Dog Spa has been serving the Nelson Tasman district for well over a decade, with

Hole Diggers Dog Spa has been serving the Nelson Tasman district for well over a decade, with

over 18 years of experience between us. Lauryce the head stylist is internationally-trained & accredited and holds qualifications in Pet Behaviour and Dog Psychology. We are a family business. Lauryce, Carl, our 6yr. old daughter Kyra the CEO (Child Entertainment Officer) and Star, the family schnoodle. Our stress-free environment offers the best stay for your Fur Kids while we lovingly pamper them. It's a happy day when we welcome new customers to our ,Hole Diggers Family - Hopes Original Groomers.

over 18 years of experience between us. Lauryce the head stylist is internationally-trained & accredited and holds qualifications in Pet Behaviour and Dog Psychology. We are a family business. Lauryce, Carl, our 6yr. old daughter Kyra the CEO (Child Entertainment Officer) and Star, the family schnoodle.

Our stress-free environment offers the best stay for your Fur Kids while we lovingly pamper them. It's a happy day when we welcome new customers to our ,Hole Diggers Family - Hopes Original Groomers.

Town & Country Vets

Town & Country Vets

Town & Country Vet is your locally owned and operated veterinary clinic serving both the farming community and pets in the Nelson and Tasman District for over 30 years. They have two vet clinics, one in Richmond and another in Wakefield. The experienced vet team provide a wide range of services like routine pet care, dental treatment, emergency care, elective surgery, diagnostic, ultrasound, orthopaedic and

Town & Country Vet is your locally owned and operated veterinary clinic serving both the farming community and pets in the Nelson and Tasman District for over 30 years. They have two vet clinics, one in Richmond and another in Wakefield. The experienced vet team provide a wide range of services like routine pet care, dental treatment, emergency care, elective surgery, diagnostic, ultrasound, orthopaedic and

Hole Diggers Dog Spa

Hole Diggers Dog Spa

soft tissue surgery.

soft tissue surgery.

They also offer puppy preschool classes in a safe socialising space that is fun and relaxed with a mixture of training, theory and games.

WILD

They also offer puppy preschool classes in a safe socialising space that is fun and relaxed with a mixture of training, theory and games.

Leading the way in premium pet food

Leading the way in premium pet food

Wild HQ is the region's premium pet food provider who raised the bar for pet food by sourcing nature’s best bounty for a healthy life. Founded by Blair Chapman in March 2021, the company prides themselves on providing pure wild game pet food free from artificial preservatives, mixed proteins and allergens.

Sourcing wild goat and deer sustainably, all their ingredients are fully traceable, and Blair works in collaboration with leading animal nutritionists to develop complete nutritionally-balanced meals and treats for cats and dogs.

pets with allergies. Their large range is available through the online store or easy subscription app, and includes meals, treats, chews, gift cards and bundles.

Wild HQ is the region's premium pet food provider who raised the bar for pet food by sourcing nature’s best bounty for a healthy life. Founded by Blair Chapman in March 2021, the company prides themselves on providing pure wild game pet food free from artificial preservatives, mixed proteins and allergens.

Sourcing wild goat and deer sustainably, all their ingredients are fully traceable, and Blair works in collaboration with leading animal nutritionists to develop complete nutritionally-balanced meals and treats for cats and dogs.

“Pets need the right nutrition to be healthy and thrive. Given the zero artificial preservatives, and single source of protein, our premium New Zealand game products are especially beneficial for

“Pets need the right nutrition to be healthy and thrive. Given the zero artificial preservatives, and single source of protein, our premium New Zealand game products are especially beneficial for

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pets with allergies. Their large range is available through the online store or easy subscription app, and includes meals, treats, chews, gift cards and bundles.

with large or gift cards

Honouring your beloved companions

Honouring your beloved companions

Pets Ever After is a dedicated local pet crematorium that pro vides compassionate and respect ful end-of-life services for your cherished pets.

As pet lovers ourselves, we believe our dogs and cats should be eating the same quality food as the rest of our family. So we go to great lengths (and heights) to source Aotearoa New Zealand’s finest wild game and freshest produce. Then we create protein-packed recipes and treats that are nothing but natural.

Trust Pets Ever After to handle your pet's final journey with the dignity and love they deserve. For more information visit the website or contact us directly. Your pets are family, and we treat them as such.”

Pets Ever After is a dedicated local pet crematorium that pro vides compassionate and respect ful end-of-life services for your cherished pets.

Founded with a deep understand ing of the strong bond between you and your furry friends, own ers Tracey and Patrick Day offer a personalised and dignified cre mation service to honour a pet's memory.

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Founded with a deep understand ing of the strong bond between you and your furry friends, own ers Tracey and Patrick Day offer a personalised and dignified cre mation service to honour a pet's memory.

“Our team ensures each pet is treated with the utmost respect and care, giving you peace of mind during a difficult time.”

Pampering treatments for beloved pets

each pet is respect peace time.”

“Our team ensures each pet is treated with the utmost respect and care, giving you peace of mind during a difficult time.”

Their services include private cremations, where a pet is indi vidually cremated, allowing you to receive their ashes.

Their services include private cremations, where a pet is indi vidually cremated, allowing you to receive their ashes.

“We offer a range of beautiful urns and memorial keepsakes to help you remember your pet.”

“We offer a range of beautiful urns and memorial keepsakes to help you remember your pet.”

Their services private a indiallowing ashes. a beautiful and keepsakes help you remember your pet.”

Offering top-notch grooming services for pets in Nelson and Tasman, the experienced team at Fancy Fox's Grooming provides a range of pamper treatments services including baths, haircuts, nail trimming and more, ensuring your pet looks and feels their best. Offering a calm and friendly environment, Tuscani makes each grooming session a positive experience for your furry friend. “Our commitment to quality and care makes us the go-to choice for local pet owners. All breeds are welcome, and our parlour is set up to accommodate even the extra-large breeds perfectly!”

Trust Fancy Fox's Grooming to pamper your pets with the love and attention they deserve.

We’re raising the bar for pet food. We work with leading animal nutritionists to ensure our recipes are “Complete & Balanced” and

from Motueka to Atawhai

• WildHQ Factory Shop, 3 Kotua Place, Wakatu Estate, Stoke. Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm • Nelson Saturday Market | Or you can find our products at these local retailers*...

NATURAL NUTRITION PETS GO WILD FOR

As pet lovers ourselves, we believe our dogs and cats should be eating the same quality food as the rest of our family. So we go to great lengths (and heights) to source Aotearoa New Zealand’s finest wild game and freshest produce. Then we create protein-packed recipes and treats that are nothing but natural.

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Every single ingrediant used is NZ grown. WildHQ meals are single sourced whole prey protein100% Raw Wild Venison or 100% Raw Wild Goat. fast

Puppy Food - 5Kg Wild Venison Medallions Bundle

‘Shared goals of care’ are conversations about what matters to you and your whānau and what care and treatment you want while you are in hospital.

Most of the time, the care or treatments in hospital go to plan. But unexpected things can and do happen. Keeping you involved in your own care and decisions is a big part of getting you better sooner. If something were to happen and you were not able to tell us what you would like, have you thought about what you and your whānau would want the main goal of your care to be?

• Would you want them to try all treatments that could help get you back as close as possible to your former self?

• Would you want them to get you well enough to go home to give you more time to be with your family and whānau?

• Would you want to let your body decide its own natural pathway? It is different for everyone, and there are times when what we want is just not possible, but we need to talk about it. That’s what shared goals of care are about.

Who will be talking to you?

In most cases, with your permission, a doctor, nurse or Allied Health team member will talk with you. You will be given the opportunity to include any family, whānau or support people that you would like to be part of these conversations.

Shared goals of care

Tell our health staff what matters to you

What they will talk to you about?

They will ask you about what is most important to you and your whānau. This is a chance to talk about:

• your understanding of your medical condition and anything else you would like to know

• your priorities if your health did change

• what worries you and what gives you strength

• what abilities are so important to you that you could not imagine life without them

• how much you would be willing to go through for more time

This is not a ‘forever’ decision

This conversation will take

place if you are admitted to hospital. If you need to go back to hospital in the future, your doctor or nurse will talk to you again. It is ok to change your mind

Just let your doctor or nurse know and together you can all decide on a new plan. The shared goals of care conversation is the way to have your voice and wishes heard about your healthcare.

Driving leadership and community engagement

ELOISE MARTYN

It’s been a busy time for a group of Year 6 students from Richmond School who took on the challenge of putting themselves forward for roles on the student council in hopes they would be elected to leadership and engagement positions.

The student council, guided by associate principal Glenna Armstrong for the past six years, empowers student voices, drives positive change, fundraises, builds community relations, and has been part of the school for 19 years. This

year, the council comprises 23 Year 3 to 6 students.

“I am pleased I got in this time as it’s my last year here, so I am very happy,” Year 6 student

Noah Henk says.

The process of getting elected is rigorous, but fair, says Glenna. “To get nominated into the leadership roles, children need to fill in an application about themselves, have two candidates such as past teachers sign to support their nomination, and undergo a classroom election. From there, they need to deliver a speech to the whole school. This year we had really

strong candidates and wonderful speeches.”

Secretary Grace Harper highlights the election process as a chance for personal growth, putting yourself out there and learning whilst contributing to beneficial outcomes for the school and community.

Elected student council president Thea Ferris-Robbins says when she heard she was elected as the president, she “couldn’t believe it”.

“Everyone was clapping, and I was really excited... I wanted to try something new and fun, so I am very happy.”

The 2024 Richmond School student council team, with associate principal Glenna Armstrong who has guided and supported the student council for the past six years. Photo: Supplied.

Tapawera’s trail ride exceeds expectations

ELOISE MARTYN

Tapawera’s community trail ride fundraiser exceeded expectations with 465 riders hitting the 30km loop across three private farms to raise funds for Tapawera Rugby Club and Tapawera Area School.

The ride, on Sunday 2 June, traversed over 700 hectares of farmland that had been unridden for eight years and raised over $28K through entry fees and food sold on the day.

“Thanks to a Pub Charity grant which helped pay for medics and Portaloos, this event has raised significant funds for the Tapawera Rugby Club, Tapawera Area School, and the Nelson Motorcycle Club,” one of the event organisers from the Nelson Motorcycle Club, Ben Towse, says.

Ben says it was an awesome event, the weather was “mint”, the track was awesome and everything ran really smoothly.

“The best bit was seeing so many like-minded people of all ages from all walks of life out having a great time while supporting the local community.

“The club is pleased to partner with other community organisations, our biggest hurdle is often finding land, so if a rural area can find the land the Nelson Motorcycle Club has all the other resources and expertise to bring a fun trail ride fundraiser to fruition.”

Ben welcomes anyone wanting to see what it was like to ride along with him for a lap on YouTube video ‘Tapawera Community Fundraiser Trail Ride, Nelson, NZ, 2 June, 2024’.

Ben Towse, one of the event organisers, with his son Seb Towse, co-organiser Sam Buckingham, and marshal Darren Letham at the Tapawera community trail ride fundraiser. Photo: Supplied.

NELSON & TASMAN AREAS

and Sell with Michelle”

Multi award-winning Sales & Marketing Consultant Michelle Westrupp was recently recognised for her exceptional achievements at the 32nd Summit Awards. Among her accolades, she received the prestigious Excellence in Real Estate, was named Runner-up Salesperson of the Year, and earned Summit Champions Club status.

“These awards are the highlight of my career”, Michelle remarked, especially because they mark a huge year of hard work and determination in a market that was not always easy to navigate. She attributes her success to her loyal clients, without whom her achievements would not have been possible!

Michelle's success is deeply intertwined with the supportive environment at her company, which she describes as a fantastic place to work. With nearly 25 years in the industry, she has formed lifelong friendships with both colleagues and clients. Her Richmond office boasts a top-performing team that has secured the top office award for

the 6th consecutive year.

“The culture and environment here is incredibly positive and supportive, we collaborate as a team to get the best results for our clients. Her personal assistant, Tessa Wright, plays a crucial role in creating this intuitive and efficient environment."

Michelle’s advice to potential buyers in the first instance is to contact a mortgage broker to understand their buying capacity level. For those looking to sell, she suggests making her their first point of contact for a free, no-obligation market appraisal of their home.

Michelle has witnessed the Real Estate market’s varying extremes over the years and learned to adapt and thrive. With an extensive repeat and referral client base, Michelle looks forward to continuing her success with past, present, and future clients through the Summit Real Estate Richmond office. "Put your trust in me to sell your property, and my promise to you is to provide exceptional service to ensure you achieve the very best result.”

Volleyball stars punch above their weight

JACK MALCOLM

The future is bright for local upand-coming volleyball players after an impressive start to the representative season.

Both Tasman U17 boys and girls teams returned with medals around their necks from the New Zealand Provincial Volleyball Championships as the region sent teams in every division for the first time.

Topping the honours were the girls, whose second place result earned them the honour of dying the hair of their coach, Brendan Circhton, bright pink.

The U17 boys finished in third after battling through a tough pool,

having been seeded as one of the worst teams after not sending a squad last year.

Tasman’s U19 girls came home in fifth, while the U19 boys finished one back in sixth. In the open division, the women finished seventh-equal, while the men finished eighth.

Coach of the U17 girl’s team and newly-appointed president of Volleyball Tasman, Brendan says the results and the tournament are a testament to the strength of the game in the region.

“For a provincial region, we were only one of four who competed in every category.

“And to have all those teams in the top half of their grades in the

U17s and U19s is impressive.”

He says the dying of his hair was conditional on the team earning a medal, having had a tough road to get there.

“I was always apprehensive [about dying my hair], because I knew we’d get close.

“I kind of had expectations of the top four. I knew we were good enough on paper to be in the mix.

“But we had the toughest pool to come out of. All other pools had one easy game, we didn’t.”

With 10 of the 11 teammates having already won South Island titles with either Nayland or Waimea, Brendan says the team was an experienced mix. He says the team played their best

game of the tournament in the semi-finals, with nerves catching up with them in the final against Canterbury.

“We have a growth mindset and a growth culture. Making a national final is no mean feat against these bigger centres.”

Boy’s U17 team coach, Josh Ovsenek, says the team improved game-on-game as the tournament progressed.

He says the team played a different system than they were used to in their school games, with the boys adapting well. “The boys are playing together a lot of the time.”

Josh says he was impressed with the performance of the team’s setter, Isayah Tuitupoukutu, who

stepped up to make the position his own with his performances and was unlucky not to make the tournament team. Maaka Hill from the boys team did, alongside Lucia Banks and Ashlee Shone from the Girls U17 team, with Brendan saying Brooklyn Leary was his MVP after getting the team over the line in the semi-final.

The U19 boy’s team were without one of their star players, with Jobe McAuley called into the New Zealand U20 team who used the tournament as a warm-up ahead of travelling to Australia to compete for a spot in the Asian Volleyball Confederation Junior Men’s Championships.

GALBRAITH BRICK AND BLOCKLAYING

The Tasman U17 Girls had the best performance of any local team, also winning a bet with their coach to dye his hair pink. They are: (back) manager Belinda Koloamatangi, Lucia Banks, Gianna O’Donoghue, Brooklyn Leary, Harriet Downs, Sadie Harwood, coach Brendan Crichton; (front) Mere Conmee-Ahoafi, Holly Shone, Ashlee Shone, Maddie Seymour, Lucia Wood, Hannah Granger. Photo: Supplied.

All-girls football back on the menu

JACK MALCOLM

Sometimes, all a sport needs is a dedicated driving force to get it back on its feet.

For local football, the return of an all-girls youth league has been met with four teams from across the region.

Cherie Llewellin says it started for her when her daughter, Poppy, wanted to continue playing, just not with the boys.

“I just don’t think anyone asked the question [why it didn’t already exist].

“It only takes one person.”

After a several-year hiatus, she says the league has been a roaring success, with plans to create another one for younger players next season.

“It’s not super competitive, we want the girls out there and having fun.

“Nelson Bays Football has been fully getting behind it and we plan to continue supporting growth in the region.”

Cherie says Sheree Lapslie from Nelson Bays Football deserves a mention for making the final decision for it to go ahead.

The 11/12 all-girls grade has two teams from Nelson Suburbs, one from Richmond

Bay.

They play nine-aside on halfsized pitches with rolling subs, with Cherie saying it’s been an exciting start to the season.

Netball

Prices Waimea Ahurei will have a chance for redemption this Thursday evening as they play a rematch of their game last week to kick off the second round of NBS premier grade action. With traditional rules returning for the second round, the women will be hungry to get one back after giving the FCL Nelson Men their first losing quarter of the season.

Cherie says the buy-in from the community has also contributed to their success, with Nelson Interiors jumping in to sponsor the Richmond Red Ferns team.

“It’s really good for them. For their growth and for their development.”

Georgia and Matt Davies had circled on their calendars when they’d play against each other months ago. The siblings, who play for GK for Prices Waimea Ahurei and GS for the FCL Nelson Men were matched up together last Thursday in premier grade action, with Matt getting the last laugh with a 75-57 win, despite Georgia saying she got the last laugh because “he had to switch to defence in the last quarter”.

The return of Alex McNaught from injury was a welcome relief as the Giants were back in the win column in Tauranga against the Whai. Photo (File): Evan Barnes/Shuttersport.

Athletic and one from Golden

Molly Jamieson, with Lacey Cobb in support, looks to mount an attack for the Richmond Red Ferns in the newly reformed all-girls 11-12th grade. Photo: Abs Snaps.

Photo: Jack Malcolm.

Photo: Jack Malcolm.

Basketball

Nelson ‘at risk’ of losing international cricket amid advertising review

Local Democracy Reporter

International cricket games have a social and economic benefit for Nelson Tasman, but should those benefits come at the cost of allowing alcohol advertising at Saxton Oval?

The region’s two councils are currently proposing to amend the Saxton Field management plan so alcohol sponsors can be advertised on players’ clothing and during international cricket games that have contractual commitments.

A ban on alcohol advertising at the sportsground jeopardised three international cricket matches from taking place at the venue during the 2023-24 season because Asahi Beverages NZ were one of 12 sponsors.

The two councils eventually agreed to a temporary exemption after it was warned that New Zealand Cricket might withdraw the

matches, despite the games having already been agreed to take place at Saxton Oval.

Councillors heard arguments for and against the change during a

hearing on Friday.

Alcohol Healthwatch executive director Andrew Galloway acknowledged the councils were in a “tough bind” but he urged them against “watering down” their advertising controls.

“There is undeniable research evidence on the impact of alcohol advertising on health outcomes, particularly in sport,” he said.

This was reinforced by Dr Rachel Eyre, a public health medicine specialist at Te Whatu Ora.

“The local data shows that we have rising levels of alcohol-related hospitalisations at Nelson Hospital,” she said.

“Young people who are more exposed to alcohol marketing are more likely to start drinking at a younger age and participate in hazardous drinking.”

However, cricket advocates were vocal in wanting to ensure international cricket games were here to stay.

Nelson Cricket Association chair Andy Leonard said the international matches had been a “resounding success” and that alcohol advertising shouldn’t prevent

other future games.

“Watching their sporting idols in action encourages participation in children and adolescents.

Watching sport has proven to provide health and well-being benefits, and sporting events such as this create a positive sense of community,” he said.

“The success achieved in attracting international fixtures should not be put at risk.”

Peter McCosker agreed. He took two children to one of the games and said they had a “great day” that hadn’t been negatively affected by the presence of alcohol advertising.

“What we’re at risk here is losing a very positive experience for families and for kids.”

Deliberations will occur next week.

The current proposal would see event organisers encouraged to consider reducing the amount of alcohol advertising at the international games.

If the changes are agreed to, it’s expected that when the Saxton Field management plan is next reviewed, the advertising of alcohol will have been phased out except for the price and product schedules at the point of sale.

Three international matches were jeopardised due to the alcohol advertising ban. Photo: Jack Malcolm.

Where to support your Waimea teams this week

• Division 1

Stoke vs Waimea OB Greenmeadows 3pm

Women Waimea OB vs Moutere Jubilee Park 1.15pm

• Division 2

Nelson vs Waimea OB Trafalgar Park 1.15pm

• U6 Rippa

Waimea OB Red vs Motueka United Jubilee Park 10.30am

• U7 Rippa

Motueka United vs Waimea OB Red Red Sports Park Motueka 10.15am

• U8

Marist vs Waimea OB Red

Tāhunanui Playing Fields 10am

• U9

Waimea OB Red vs Motueka United Jubilee Park 10.30am

• U10

Waimea OB Red vs Tapawera/Valley Stags Jubilee Park 11.30am

• U11

Waimea OB Red vs Marist

Jubilee Park 10.30am

• U12

Huia vs Waimea OB Red

Sports Park Motueka 11.30am

• U13

Riwaka Huia vs Waimea OB Red

Sports Park Motueka 10.15am

• U17

Kahurangi vs Waimea OB

Sports Patrk Motueka 11.30am

• U18

BYE

• U15 girls

Motueka HS Tākaka vs Waimea OB

Buller Sports Park Motueka Friday, 14 June 6pm

Second Division showing marked improvements

JACK MALCOLM

After a slow start to the season, Waimea Old Boys’ second division team have kicked into gear.

Despite losing to Wanderers over the weekend, 21-29, the team held their heads high as they walked off the park after a classic slugfest between old foes.

Waimea OB captain Jed Taikato says they had targeted the game as one they wanted to win from the start of the season.

“It was a bit of a bugger not to get that. We circled that one on our calendars against our old rivals.

“The hard work at training is starting to show. . . the basics

Finepolo Maafu plays an instrumental role in the Waimea Old Boy’s second division team, evidenced by his two tries to get them back in touch with Wanderers over the weekend.

Photo: Jack Malcolm.

just let us down.”

Waimea OB were forced to defend for the final five minutes of the game, despite giving the home crowd a glimpse of hope when they looked to run away with a 95-metre intercept try at the death only to be called back for a penalty.

Youngest ‘Old Boys’

Name: Hannah Percy Age: 14

What’s your favourite thing about playing rugby? Playing girls rugby and tackling hard.

Who is the best sports player ever and why?

The Black Ferns! They are amazing role models and inspire me.

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Hospice Nurse or ECE Teacher, and a rugby player!

If you could play for any sports

Wanderers opted to take the points in the final act of the game, with Jed saying it was a team effort to get back into the game.

“The boys almost pulled out a second-half ripper.

“After a couple of rough ones [games] in the season, the last

team, what would it be?

Tasman Mako Women and the Black Ferns.

Who is your role model or hero?

Stacey Davies (awesome school teacher and rugby coach) and the team at Whakatu Girls Rugby Trust. These women inspire me and are helping me to become a skilled rugby player.

What other hobbies do you have?

Tap dancing, art, playing the piano and ukelele.

three games have been a good performance.”

The Waimea OB team has some exciting players, with a pacey backline and a sizeable forward pack.

Most notable is Finepolo Maafu, who had an impressive performance wearing the number eight jersey.

“Polo, he’s outstanding,” says Jed. “He’s instrumental to our team. A big boy like that, they’re easy to follow down the park.”

Finepolo scored both of his team’s second-half tries, busting through the defence with explosive running to break through.

Jed says the team are building well into the end of the season, with four games remaining.

Community Notices

MONDAY

JUNIOR BADMINTON, Mon, 6-7.30pm, Badminton Hall. For School-aged kids. Racquets avail. Ph: Joe 0277834720 / e: joe@peak.co.nz.

SOCIAL EVENING BADMINTON, Mon, 7.30pm, Badminton Hall. Racquets avail. Bring indoor court shoes. Ph: Joe 0277834720 / e: joe@peak.co.nz. $5/ night.

ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meet Mon, 10am, Ginger, Richmond Mall, for coffee & friendship. New faces always welcome. Ph: Margaret 0272600748.

LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS Mon, 7.30pm. Talks, readings, healing. Trafalgar St Hall, (opp Trailways). Ph/Txt: Carolyn 0272474644.

TUESDAY

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ, Tues, 18 Jun, 1011.30am, McCashin’s, Stoke. Wellby Talking Cafés are about social connection and finding out about groups, activities and services. www.wellby.org.nz Ph: 035467681.

PETER BAKOWSKI POET TALK, Tues, 18 Jun, 1-2pm, Richmond Library. Translated into 9 languages this Melbourne-based poet says his poems all reflect “what it’s like to be a human being”.

LUNCH ON THE HILL. Tues, 18 Jun, 11am, 27 Dorset St, Richmond. Come join us for hot drinks and lunch at noon. Koha welcome. Ph: 035448844.

NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP, Tues, 18 Jun. Sandeman-Greenacres. Meet at 9.45 am at the Sandeman Reserve. BYO lunch. Ph: Linda: 0211805692.

STOKE TAHUNANUI MEN’S CLUB welcomes new members. Meet, 3rd Tues of month, 10am,

15 Burrough Pl, Enner Glynn. With guest speaker. Regular outings & activities. Ph: Ian 0211482580.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY LIBRARY GROUP Tues, 10.30-11.30am, Richmond Library. If you are living with Dementia, this group is for you. Come along to this supportive, friendly group at your familiar local library. Free.

HIGH VOICES REQUIRED! Rehearsals, Tues, 7.15pm, Club Waimea. Tasmonics barbershop chorus has an urgent need of male or female singers for our highest voice part. Other vacancies too. Ph: Philippa 0275497713.

WINTER CARDS, EUCHRE, Tues, 1-1.30pm, Stoke Bowling Club, 18a Ranui Rd, Stoke. Warm & friendly atmosphere, afternoon tea provided. All welcome. Enquiries Ph: Lesley 0210407768.

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS Tues, 9.30am, Richmond Tennis Club, Gladstone Rd. If raining, we play card games. Morning tea provided. Info Ph: 0274872480.

HOPE TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS, Tues, 9.30am, Hope Tennis Courts, Hope Domain. All abilities welcome. Info Ph: 0211729257.

HOPE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB, Tues,7pm, Hope Hall. All ages welcome. Wear soft soled shoes. First 2 nights free. Ph: Bill 035449273.

WEDNESDAY

RICHMOND LIBRARY BOOK GROUP FOR ADULTS, Wed, 19 Jun, 3-4pm, Richmond Library. Meet new people and share what you have been reading.

CAKE DECORATORS meet 3rd Wed of month. We welcome anyone who wants to learn about cake icing and sugar art to come along and give it a go.

Ph: Desiree 0276302359.

DEADLINE: MIDDAY FRIDAY - 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLYPLEASE SEND TO: events@topsouthmedia.co.nz

STORYTIME AT RICHMOND LIBRARY, Wed during term time, 10-10.30am, Join us for exciting stories and songs for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers. Free.

SING YOUR LUNGS OUT, Wed, 10am, Club Waimea. A fun filled singing class for those with respiratory conditions. No singing experience necessary. Ph: Jess 0275467675.

THURSDAY

JUDO, Juniors, Thurs, 5-6pm, Seniors/ Competitive, Tues/Thurs, 6pm, Peewees, Thurs, 4.30pm, 20A Gladstone Rd (upstairs Waimea Old Boys Rugby). Ph: Michelle 0275422254.

ATLAS (at the library after school), 2nd Thurs during term time, 3.30-4.30pm, Richmond Library. A.T.L.A.S. is a place for fun, crafts, games, and new books! Year 6+. Please register at the library.

RICHMOND CREATIVE FIBRE Meet, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thurs of month, 9.30am, Birchwood Hall, Richmond Showgrounds. Come and meet others who enjoy working with fibre. Ph: Janine 035445023.

FRIDAY

MUG RUG WEAVING WORKSHOPS, Fri, 14 Jun, 10-12pm, Richmond Library. Registration necessary. Ph: 035438500. $5. for materials.

SATURDAY

NELSON BRANCH OF ROYAL NZ AIRFORCE ASSOCIATION, meet 2nd Sat of month, 12pm, Club Waimea, Richmond, Phil’s Restaurant. Interesting speakers, raffles & members interested in Aviation

Ph: Trever Squires 039706644 or John Bethwaite 035476634. Cost of meal $25.

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB SOCIAL TENNIS, Sat, 1.30-3pm. Open to club players, visitors & members of other clubs. FREE. Ph: 0274872480.

FREE GUIDED MEDITATION, Sat, 3pm, under the white pergola of Washbourne Gardens. Relax, unwind, and enjoy inner peace & stillness. For more info, e: meditaterichmond@gmail.com. Free.

SUNDAY

SUNDAY WORSHIP You are warmly invited to attend weekly worship. Sun, 10am, Nelson Tasman Methodist Parish Church, 94 Neale Ave Stoke. Morning tea follows the service.

NELSON SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, weekly service, Sun 7-8pm, Cnr Tipahi and Motueka st. All welcome. Healing avail before and after service.

LEARNING from the teachings of Jesus and trying to follow/live as Christians. Sun, 4.30-5.30pm and Tues, 7.30-8.30pm, Waimea Intermediate School Hall. All Welcome.

GENERAL GROUPS

‘COLLECTIONS’ EXHIBITION, During June, Richmond Library. Come and see an exhibition of treasured collections shared by members of our public. On display in our Glass Cabinets.

PICKLEBALL, Mon & Wed, 4pm, Tues & Fri, 9.30am-11.30am, Richmond Tennis Club. Bats, balls and coaching available. $5 non-members.

Enq Ph: 0274872480.

NELSON RAILWAY SOCIETY. Follow us on facebook and our website for updates on Train and Railcar runnings.

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. Ph: 0800aaworks /08002296757.

ASTHMA? COPD? Nelson Asthma Society offers Pulmonary Rehab Courses. Can help you improve your respiratory self-management skills & shortness of breath. Pho: your medical centre for a “Pulmonary Rehab course referral” or e: asthma. nelson@xtra.co.nz.

CANCER SOCIETY SUPPORT GROUPS for info Ph: 035391137 or e: info@cancernelson.org.nz

AGED CONCERN EVENTS & CLASSES, 62 Oxford St. Ph: Miriam 035447624 ext 6 / e: support@ ageconcernnt.org.nz for a schedule of events.

BLOOD CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meet monthly. Info Ph: Heather 0274444708. GROW needing help. Use a Program and Method. We are here for your mental health. Ph: 035476120.

FEELING SAD, STRESSED, DEPRESSED, OR STUCK? Identify explore new ways to move forward with a Life Linc Counsellor. Up to 10 face-toface counselling sessions avail now for individuals & couples. 035482400 lifelinc.co.nz

WAIMEA MENZSHED - catering for the interests, health and well-being of men since 2010. Open Mon – Fri, Richmond Park, 384 Lower Queen St. Ph: 0272820185 e: mens.shed.waimea@gmail. com for info.

BETTER BREATHERS: a series of guided exercises - seated or standing - to help those with breathing difficulties. Run by Nelson Asthma Society. Tues & Fri, 10am, Fri, Wed, 11.15am, Club Waimea, Richmond. Ph: Jess 0275467675.

Community Notices are free to community groups, schools, churches, gold coin donation events and fundraising. Due to the popularity of this column,while every effort will be made, inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads. If you want to place a business advert or want to advertise a course you are running, please call classified ads and public notices on 544 9037.

HARGREAVES

Barbara Isabel (nee Potts)

13.05.39 - 04.06.24

A non judgemental lady who saw only goodness in everybody. Wife of Michael ,mother to Felicity, Timothy dec, Bridget, Emily and Kirsty. Sister of Jennifer Fowler dec,Adrian Coe dec, David Potts, Billy Potts, Elizabeth Hesse, Maureen Hyde and Robyn Hamilton.

SAUNDERS

Craig Andrew 1st June 1971 - 1st June 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the tragic passing of our beloved son, husband, brother and uncle on his 53rd birthday. Craig was a fantastic human being to all his adopted family and friends in Australia and Nelson. Funeral in Brisbane, 3.30pm, Tuesday 11th, Live streamed. Messages to 18 Warwick St, Richmond.

CIRCULATION MANAGER

PART TIME

NEW ROLE

Things are going well for us and now we need a circulation manager to manage the complete deliveries of our publications each week. This would include dropping bundles off to our home delivery people, dropping copies off to shops and cafes around the area. We would estimate it would involve about 20 hours per week at the start of the week and would occur over 2-3 days.

We would supply a delivery van and on job training. Although part time it’s a very important role so our remuneration would reflect this. We would envisage this suiting a retired or semi-retired person but open to suggestions.

Please send your resume or application to andrew@topsouthmedia.co.nz

household items & some giveaways.

FOR SALE

Bedford C.F camper van, reg on hold, no WOF, 183000 KM, needs renovation $3000.

6 Man frame tent $280. Mamod steam engine model $480. Ships brass kerosene lamp $380. Model ship gallion $600.Model ship Yacht $600. Victorian large lamp, stand needs rewiring $1200. Old valve radio $130. Two burner ring camp stove with stand $100. Guitar $90.

Other things for sale. Phone Peter 022 323 7447

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