Waimea Weekly - 13 September 2023

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Wednesday 13 September 2023

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New library for Berryfields

PM reaffirms support for Hope Bypass

mond on Monday.

“It’s a long overdue project,” he says.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has reiterated the Government’s support for building the Hope Bypass during a visit to Rich-

“The Government Policy Statement identifies the Hope Bypass as a key strategic priority project, so we can expect to see progress

Edible walk attacked with quad bike

ANNE HARDIE

It usually takes a lot to make Roger Jones angry, but when he found trees on Richmond’s newly-planted edible walk bowled by a quad bike he had good reason to be angry.

The 74-year-old and friends only finished planting the trees a few weeks ago and already a section has been vandalised. The trees are planted along 536m of grass beside the Great Taste Trail near Three Brothers Corner as it heads toward Brightwater. He says it appears someone has driven at speed on a quad bike straight over the lines of trees, snapping wooden stakes and damaging trees. Incredibly, most of the trees have been scraped down their trunks by the bike and would have been almost flattened but seem to have survived, though some

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on that over the next three years as they do the planning.” The Hope Bypass is the name for the project that will shift State Highway 6 off Gladstone Rd onto a new purpose-built road.

It is expected that the bypass

will significantly ease congestion around the intersection at Lower Queen St by shifting through traffic, especially freight, off Gladstone Rd. The bypass will essentially run along where the current Railway

Reserve cycleway runs – behind the Lower Queen St McDonald’s and Jubilee Park, parallel to Gladstone Rd – until it rejoins with Main Road Hope at some point

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of the damaged trees on the edible walk. Photo: Anne Hardie.

MAX FRETHEY

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“The All Blacks hopefully, a little bit concerned but you’ve still got to believe.”

“The All Blacks, we can only wait and find out.”

“The All Blacks, their [Twickenham game] wasn’t very good but we all have off days so you’ve still got to back them.”

“My heart says the All Blacks, but my brain says it could be either South Africa or France.”

Edible walk attacked with quad bike

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have been totally destroyed.

The first Roger knew of the vandalism was when he visited the trees on Saturday, 2 September and saw broken stakes scattered over the area and several trees looking the worse for wear. Most are fruit trees and a line of liquid ambers was also in the driver’s destructive path.

“I was angry and it takes a lot to make me angry. I was at a loss as to what to do.”

He took photos of the wheel marks on the grass where the vehicle had been driven over the trees and he says they look like the tracks of a quad bike. He assumes the vandalism was done sometime on the Friday night and he has provided an incident report to the police.

“He has done it at speed because you can tell the posts have been thrown through the air.” Roger estimates about $1,000 worth of damage has been done by adding up the trees, stakes and putting a figure on the time to

plant them. Two hundred of the trees were donated from local nurseries and he grew more himself, but it still takes time, he says. What really frustrates him is that the trees have been planted for the community and he says the community has already expressed its outrage in response to his Facebook post about the vandalism.

“When I put this on Facebook, people went mad.”

He will look into installing cameras to help deter vandals or help identify them if they return. He also plans to continue planting trees along the trail toward Brightwater. So far, the plantings feature different varieties of fruit including peach, nectarine and apple, with figs, feijoas, blackcurrants, and redcurrants. Where power lines are not an issue, liquid ambers and a couple of pohutukawa have been planted.

Roger is more worried about future vandalism than the proposed Hope Bypass replacing the trees which he doubts will become a reality.

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Mountain of noise complaints

MAX FRETHEY Local Democracy Reporter

Noise issues continue to dominate the Tasman district’s complaints, making up around half of all complaints made to the council, but it’s unlikely that number will be falling significantly any time soon.

Tasman District Council received 1798 environmental complaints or incidents in the 2022/23 financial year.

Of those, just under 900 were noise-related complaints, down on the two previous years but in-line with the number of complaints in 2018/19 and 2019/20.

Almost 500 complaints were about environmental discharges, and another roughly 300 were related to land use.

Water take, river, and coastal complaints each clocked in less than 100 with the number of complaints related to national forestry and freshwater standards being similarly low.

Councillor Christeen Mackenzie asked how the number of noise complaints could be brought down when presented with the information during the council’s Environment and Regulatory Committee meeting on Thursday last week.

“How do we analyse all of that data to work out if there’s

something else that can be done?”

Regulatory services manager

Adrian Humphries explained that the majority of noise complaints council receives are related to “human-controlled” noise, such as machinery or music.

“The problem is everybody’s an individual. Most people are responsible, most people don’t want to upset their neighbours,” he says. “Some people don’t care, some people are naïve, and some people are stupid. You can try as hard as you like to educate people, to regulate people, even punish people through fines and everything else, but some people will still make noise.”

Council can impose excessive noise directions on residents deemed to be being too noisy to enforce a reasonable level

of noise. If that direction is breached, council can seize the source of the noise. Currently, excessive noise directions last 72 hours, but Adrian added that they are in the process of being extended to a period of 8 days.

“Just to stop them having fun for two weekends.”

However, Adrian cautioned that even harsh measures don’t solve every issue and shared an example from when he worked in Ashburton when the local council seized four radios, two computers, and eventually a car with a stereo from a resident who continuously refused to comply with excessive noise directions.

“Unfortunately, with the best will in the world, we cannot control every single individual’s response to legislation,” Adrian says.

Noise complaints spread through the district. Image: TDC.

One month of eBus

There were 68,000 journeys on Nelson Tasman’s new eBus service during its first month of operation, a 68 per cent increase compared with the average monthly usage from the last seven months of NBus. Patronage on the service continued to climb across the month with a 16 per cent increase from week one to week four. Between the launch of the service on 1 August and the end of the first month, there was an increase of 675 journeys a day. The new Motueka and Wakefield routes are popular with close to 3,000 journeys on the Motueka route alone.

Truck crash in Richmond

One person was transported to Nelson Hospital in a serious condition after a collision between two light trucks on Lower Queen St on Monday morning. A police spokesperson said they were notified of the collision at around 10:20am. Lower Queen St was closed between Lansdowne Rd and Swamp Rd, and motorists were advised to avoid the area and detour via the Appleby Highway.

Meth, firearms and $20k seized in search warrant

Methamphetamine, firearms and around $20k of cash was seized during a number of searches of properties in Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch last week. Four people have been charged following six search warrants. Approximately 80 grams of methamphetamine, two firearms and approximately $20,000 cash were seized.

No option to shop around for petrol

ANNE HARDIE

Nelson and Tasman motorists pay some of the highest prices in the country for their fuel, but unlike other centres they cannot shop around for lower prices because the variation between all petrol stations can be as little as one cent per litre.

In the latest Commerce Commission quarterly fuel monitoring report, Whangarei was the only place that had higher petrol prices than Nelson City and the variation between all fuel companies in Nelson was just one cent per litre for Regular 91.

That compared with a variation between petrol stations of 52 cents per litre in Auckland and 33 cents per litre in Wellington for the same period. The figures are based on the daily price variation (most expensive retail site minus the least expensive site), averaged over the quarter.

The New Zealand Automobile Association principal policy advisor on fuel prices, Terry Collins, says that means Nelsonians do not have the option of shopping around for petrol stations with lower prices and have to pay the high price.

He says it has been known for some time that Nelson and Tasman fuel prices are high, but the minimal price variation in retail prices shown in Nelson

has slipped under the radar until now.

“What is worse is that it gets worse. Over four quarters, it was six cents per litre variation in Nelson and then four cents and then two cents and now one cent.

“I feel sorry for Nelson motorists because they have no option.”

He says businesses tend to charge what the market will sustain. To rub salt in the wound, he says Kiwis are paying about AUD$1 per litre more than their Australian counterparts.

The Commerce Commission’s latest report has prompted it

to ask major fuel companies to explain why there are concerning price anomalies around the country. Its report covers nine centres, including Nelson City which generally has similar prices to Richmond.

The fuel-finding app Gaspy, which sources thousands of fuel price observations around the country every day, recorded prices in Nelson early this week up to $3.02 per litre for unleaded 91 and Richmond up to $3.035 per litre. The cheapest petrol on the same day on its website was at a petrol station in Waikato selling 91 at $2.697 per litre.

More competition is in the wings for Nelson Tasman though as Waitomo Group’s owner Jimmy Ormsby says the independent fuel supplier is actively looking for a site in Nelson or Richmond to build a new petrol station.

“Our model is to go in and disrupt the market and offer Kiwis a fair price for their fuel. We pride ourselves on keeping the industry honest.

“We’ve been looking in the region for a while and it has been difficult to find a property that is in a location that works.”

Nelson mayor Nick Smith says he is very concerned that the petrol price is now hitting $3 per litre and the lack of price variation reinforces the commission’s reasoning for questioning the industry.

“The problem isn’t just the direct costs for families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, but that it flows on to the cost of almost everything, whether it be the tradesperson or goods that have to be transported.

“The next hard question is why Nelson is amongst the costliest places for fuel when we have an oil terminal at Port Nelson. I can understand the cost of some remote communities being higher because of road transport costs to get there. But it seems very unjustified in Nelson.”

Gardening tips for September

September heralds the start of gorgeous Spring in the garden. Trees, shrubs and perennials are all coming back to life after their winter rest.

If a raised vegetable garden is on your wish list, we have the perfect solution. We construct raised beds to order plus they can also be supplied as a kitset. Just bring in your measurements for a speedy quote. They are made from good quality, untreated eucalyptus so are safe for your garden and you.

Once your raised beds are in position, fill them with our sublime garden mix and then choose from our range of extremely healthy vegetable seedlings and herbs. Our pick and mix vegetable seedlings are so popular. It is the perfect way to stagger your harvest. We have a wonderful range in punnets of six too. Do you need a path to get to your clothes line or for easy access to raised beds or other areas? We have a fabulous range of pavers from Feinwerk. They are manufactured in Christchurch using an automated European process which ensures consistency and quality. The pavers are 30mm thick, made from high strength, fibre-reinforced concrete. They are easier to handle than traditional 40mm thick pavers, being thinner, lighter and stronger. We

also have paving sand available in bags or by the scoop/cubic metre so you can get everything you need for your project in one go.

Now is the perfect time to fertilise your lawns, citrus trees, roses and more. We are exclusive stockists of Ravensdown fertilisers. Choose from a myriad of products available in 1 litre containers and 10kg/20kg bags. Dry fertilisers need to be applied sparingly and must be watered in well. It is a great idea to apply lawn fertiliser just before it rains so it gets washed in thoroughly, avoiding root burn. It is time to start planting seed potatoes. We have a specific potato fertiliser that will help ensure you get a good crop. Sprinkle some in the bottom of your trench, dig it through, water it in and then add a bit more soil before planting your seed potatoes.

Tomatoes and other summer crops are in-store now. It is best to plant them in a greenhouse until at least mid-October in case of late frosts. You can also plant your favourite varieties in pots now and transplant them outdoors later.

Come in and check out our fabulous plants and landscape supplies. We have everything you could possibly need for your garden projects this Spring. Business Update. Adv.

Rob Cohen - maker of raised gardens.

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

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A little house of books for Berryfields

ANNE HARDIE

In the middle of Berryfields, a tiny replica of a house perched on top of an old Singer sewing-machine table is now home to a free community library.

Dominique Heath has been brewing the idea for some time to have a library where the community could pick up and drop off books to read.

It was inspired by her memory of big old fridge in Christchurch that was filled with books for the community, and being an avid reader, she wanted to do the same.

“The area has heaps going on, but it didn’t have a wee library. The whole concept is you bring a book and take a book. It’s encouraging a community kind of feel, too.”

The library was in the pipeline a couple of years ago, but two-year-old twins and a six-year-old have kept Dominique and her husband Dan busy until they were finally able to finish the tiny library and paint it to match their house.

Among the books already dropped off to fill the library she has had a signed copy of Paul Holmes’ book and a Bridgerton book of the popular TV show, which is on her list to read.

“It’s a prequel and I was so excited because I get to read it.”

Children’s books are among the mix behind the glass windows in the library, and though Dominique reads aloud to her kids, she says they are a bit busy to sit and

POWER OUTAGES AFFECTING AREAS SURROUNDING MURCHISON

SUNDAY 1 OCTOBER 2023

National Grid, and Network Tasman who connect homes and businesses in this region are undertaking essential maintenance work at the Murchison substation and its connecting lines over two consecutive Sundays in October. Unfortunately, this maintenance cannot be undertaken while the substation is in service.

Transpower and Network Tasman would like to advise residents and businesses in and around Owen, Rotoroa, Tutaki Valley, Shenandoah, Maruia and Springs Junction areas that power outages are required on:

listen.

“No-one wants to sit still in my home, so when I read to the kids they just hop around me.”

Dominique now plans to have a “grand opening” for the library at 10am on 17 September, which just happens to be both Dominique and Dan’s birthday. The opening will even have a coffee cart so that the community can browse the library and meet others in their neighbourhood.

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Dominique Heath has opened a free tiny library in Berryfields. Photo: Anne Hardie.

Rachel Boyack for Nelson

Last week I attended the Plan Change meeting held by Nelson City Council, where residents raised their concerns with Council about the proposed Housing Plan Change.

Nelson has a housing crisis and limited access to land to build on We need to intensify our housing, but my strong view is that we must do this in the right places, not across the entire city The Council was supposed to have put in place Neighbourhood plans, in consultation with local communities before proceeding with the Plan Change I am pleased they are taking extra time to consult, and I am urging them to ensure this is meaningful consultation so that communities have a voice about housing plans in their own neighbourhoods

Building up and intensifying housing in inner-city Nelson is the right way to go The Government has given Nelson City Council $36 million towards the cost of upgrading inner-city Nelson infrastructure, like our water pipes and transport corridors This would enable up to 1000 homes to be built in inner-city Nelson It would also revitalise our city centre by having more people living, working and learning in the CBD I am looking forward to seeing Nelson City Council get on with this work so that we can get more homes built in Nelson We need to act urgently, while also ensuring we have community support for the changes we are making in Nelson

Local shutterbugs mount accolades

GORDON PREECE

Five local hotshots have captured award-winning photos to add to their album.

Stoke-based Steve Hussey, Nelson-based Francesca Beckett and Victoria Vincent, and Richmond-based Jessica Shirley and Sarah McGregor together won 26 awards at the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP) Iris Awards in Christchurch last month.

The awards are held so the institute can focus on raising the profile and standard of New Zealand’s professional photography sector.

Sarah took home 12 awards including two golds for a family and travel photo.

“My gold award in family was a conceptual image, and the story behind it is that every family has its ups and downs, but they are tied together and continue to ride this journey as a family,” she says. “My gold award in travel was taken on my iPhone, I was visiting Venice with my son and came across an amazing store with beautiful colourful masks.

“It was unlike any others I had seen on my travels. Due to the narrow alleyway, I was very close to the window, so the phone was a perfect camera option.”

Steve says his collection of nine awards included one gold which captured a Nelson woman inside her landslide-damaged home in the aftermath of the 2022 Nelson floods.

“I’m a volunteer firefighter as well, and on the night of the floods… I was helping neighbours evacuate and this lady we had known since she moved into the neighbourhood, who had put everything into this house, got completely demolished by this landslide,” he says.

“She said ‘would you like to take some photos’, and I was in the garage with her, and the garage wall is completely blown out and it’s full of mud and debris and she just looked up at the camera.

“She had quite a haunted expression on her face, but the judges loved it because they could tell that she was an older lady, and she was still maintaining her dignity and trying to recover from this unrecoverable situation.”

Victoria won a duo of awards including a gold in the animal category for her

photo of her family’s rat in her daughter’s hair.

“I wasn’t expecting it at all so the surprise was wonderful,” she says.

“My intention was to tell the story of the relationship between the rat and my daughter, and the judges fully understood it which was an amazing feeling.”

Jessica achieved six awards which included silver distinction, silver and bronze, for her photos of an elderly resident living independently in her twilight years.

“I met with a lovely lady once a week for a few months, listened to her life story and photographed her going about her everyday life,” she says.

“Her husband had died earlier in the year, and she carried his ashes around the house with her, from room to room as she went about

her day, she even took his ashes for rides in the car.”

Francesca won three awards including a silver distinction for her maternity photo called ‘Between’.

“It’s a unique take on a maternity photo with the mother perfectly floating half above and below, it’s how I think of pregnancy - not quite a mother yet but not quite childless,” she says.

“I edited it to show her eyes open above the water and closed in the reflection, which I was a little worried the judges wouldn’t notice, but thankfully one of them did and it’s one of the reasons I was awarded a distinction. “I was listening to the judging on YouTube as we were driving down to Christchurch, and I sat on the kerb in Murchison as it was being judged, in floods of happy tears!”

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Steve Hussey, left, Victoria Vincent, and Sarah McGregor were three of five local photographers who snapped up national awards in August. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

Mitre 10 claims top store

ELISE VOLLWEILER

Next time you’re prompted about that survey link on your Mitre 10 receipt, know that your thoughtful feedback can count towards something rather special.

That customer survey was one of many considerations that has just earned Motueka Mitre 10 the Store of the Year award at the franchise’s annual Store Awards.

Store owner David Richards says that as the news spreads through the town, his crew is receiving “amazing positive comments from the customers, [who are] just very pleased

for the team.”

The accolade was announced late last month at Mitre 10’s annual conference. The Motueka store was also a finalist for the two years prior.

Mitre 10 is locally-owned and operated and is truly a family affair for the Richards’ family, with David’s wife Maria and two of their adult children all working in the store.

“We’ve got a great culture and small community within the store here,” David says. “Our team members are like family to us.”

His passion for the franchise and his team was evident in his acceptance speech at the

awards ceremony.

“We’ve been so blessed to be here as a winner,” he told the conference attendees, who hailed from the 83 Mitre 10 and Mitre 10 Mega stores across New Zealand.

Acknowledging his family, he said, “We truly love Mitre 10. We have some great discussions over dinner time, and I clearly get told some ways to improve.”

He laughed along with the crowd while assuring them that this feedback was a positive thing.

David says, along with his staff, he wanted to give a “big shout out” to the store’s customers.

Martin Dippie Chairman of the Board for Mitre 10 NZ, David, Maria, Rebecca, Bradley and Andrea Scown, chief executive Mitre 10 NZ. Photo: Supplied.

PM reaffirms support for Hope Bypass

past Ranzau Rd.

“It will help to unclog what is quite a chokepoint for economic activity in the region,” the Prime Minister said during his visit to the site on Monday.

“With housing expanding in that part of the area as well, I think it’s good news to get that opened up,” he says.

Nelson MP Rachel Boyack explains that the construction of the bypass will also provide an opportunity to fix the layout of the Lower Queen St intersection, which is growing more dangerous.

The bypass hasn’t been designed yet, so the specific details of the road’s entries and exits are still up for debate, but Rachel says it’s “highly likely” that the bypass will flyover Lower Queen St. “This is exactly why we are pushing ahead with the necessary planning, design work and consenting, so that we can finalise detailed plans and get on with building the new bypass.”

Though much is still to be decided, Rachel has confirmed that there will be a separated cycleway along the length of the bypass

which will protect the Great Taste Trail which travels along the current path of the bypass. There will be at least one safe passageway so active travellers can easily travel between the new

Berryfields development and the rest of Richmond.

“We have those large logging trucks and other industrial vehicles interacting with elderly people on motor scooters and kids

trying to cross the road,” Rachel says.

“A big part of what we’re doing is actually adjusting the layout to disconnect those types of road users from each other so that it’s

safer for people to walk, cycle, and use the bus.”

The National Party has also committed to building the Hope Bypass should it get into Government after the general election.

“It’s the number one priority for the Nelson and Tasman councils to unlock congestion, boost productivity, and to ensure that this region can grow and unlock more housing,” says the party’s transport spokesperson Simeon Brown.

“This will have significant economic growth opportunities for the entire Nelson and Richmond region.”

Rachel says she would like construction to begin “as soon as possible” after the design work and consenting has been completed, which will take place over 2024-2027, while National has committed to starting construction within four to 10 years.

The Prime Minister also took a trip on the new eBus service while in the region.

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The Hope Bypass, as shown here in the Richmond Transport Programme Business Case, will run parallel to Gladstone Road. Photo: Waka Kotahi. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins and Nelson MP Rachel Boyack walked along Lower Queen Street on Monday where the Hope Bypass is expected to reduce congestion. Photo: Max Frethey.

Alison Oldham, Mike Inwood, Tania Appelman and Gary Oldham

Brenda Watson, Marie Craik, Rachel Lake and Ana Fierek

Gregg Murray, Wendy Brownie, Steve Booth, Chris Ruddlesden and Sara Richards

Leeah Wilkinson, Diane Strong and Matilda Mortimer (4 months)

Linda Whiting, Dianne Timbs and Jackie Hall

Glen Irwin, Geoffrey Dahrma and Gareth Evans

Jo Dunbar and Megan Hardy

Mascha Bender, Matthew Galvin and Ruth Sicely

Robyn Reid, Jackie Kyle and Karen Barnett

Tim Barnett, Jessica Ammundsen, Toby Ammundsen and Olivia Damian

Summit Keir Wilkinson Charity Golf Tournament

Upper Moutere School quiz night

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What’s On!

Hope School Country Fair

Saturday, 16 September, 11-2pm

Hope School

Enjoy the fun of a country fair! Grab homemade baking and preserves, plants, fruit and veggies, second hand bargains, food and drinks, bouncy castles and more. Free entry. Eftpos available. Come along, rain or shine!

Brightwater Spring Flower Show

Saturday, 16 September, 9 – 3pm

Brightwater Public Hall

Annual spring flower show, featuring daffodils, cut flowers, floral art, camellias, rhododendrons, and container grown plants. Tickets at the door. $5 Adults, Members & Children Free.

Motueka Steiner School Spring Fair

Sunday 17 September 10-4pm

Step into a magical world of fairyland adventures, medieval games, engaging crafts, free live music and exciting entertainment, superb shopping, and scrumptious international food.

Invasive Taiwan cherry tree

As an owner of two beautiful speci men Prunus Campanulata trees I wish to put forward my view on what these trees mean to me. They were chosen by my late partner Eric Harvey and myself approximately 15 years ago to be spec imen trees on a large lawn on our ½ acre property. They are one of the first Cherry’s to flower and attract so many Tuis and Bellbirds. The Cerise colour is beautiful and the trees flower for a good month. One tree has a sweet edi ble cherry grafted on to it by Eric.

I have watched with delight since the beginning of August when these trees started to flower and the number of Tuis and Bellbirds really increased, calling to each other, and coming and going all day and evening. I have counted 8 – 9 at any one time in a tree. In the 15 years since these trees were planted, I have not come across any wilding cherries on my property or nearby, if they are as prolific as the Council claim surely within that time they would be noticeable. The closest Prunus Campanulata I know of have been planted in a Hill Street property as part of an extensive landscape design. These trees are magnificent and along with a large Magnolia look outstanding at this time of year. Why these scare tactics are being used on this lovely Cherry tree I cannot understand.

We are being offered replacements such as Kowhai or Kakabeak. I already have many Kowhai on my property and these seed so abundantly that many have to be pulled out. A Kakabeek is hardly going to make it as a specimen tree for a large property. The hills surrounding where I live are covered in gorse yet this seems totally ignored by Council (maybe this has now become the indigenous scrublands they seem to prefer). Quite often I come across some gorse in my garden which I remove.

The fact that the Council is asking the public to inform on their neighbours surely has shades of Nazi Germany or, more recently, North Korea.

Noela Duell

Artistic skaters on a roll

Two very motivated and inspirational women for young girls to look up to.

Drea McLoughlin

You both work so hard to perfect every move. You deserved to be amongst the best.

Robyn Reelick

Nelson’s newest music venue

Fantastic to see they have Sheild Wines on offer!

Robyn Hulme

Can’t wait to party up there!

Danni Bett

This will be an epic NYE location!

Bryce Wastney

At least the neighbours won’t complain about the noise.

Selena Rakatau

The video is great - seeing your excitement as your dream comes true.

Tom Booth

So cool - congratulations to all in-

volved.

Sharon Hewetson

Lifetime of giving lives on in Te Pūkenga scholarship

This is awesome.

Lauren Nicole

This is a wonderful contribution, we are so lucky.

I will say, having raised a daughter and a son, I struggled to find a scholarship for my son with his pathway.

I hope some kind person will oneday provide a scholarship specific to young men.

Jackie Ewers

A beautiful story, thank you for sharing.

Michelle Ashby

Fantastic sharing.

Karen Simeon

Vertical gardens built in retirement village

Fabulous! I’d love to talk about this on my radio show Green Thumbs Dirty Fingers on Fresh FM, sometime.

Philippa Foes-Lamb

Watch on YouTube, Facebook or Spotify by searching 'The Nelson Pod' or head to thenelsonpod.co.nz

In Episode 15 of The Nelson Pod host Matt Lawrey talks to Shuttlerock CEO and founder Jonny Hendriksen.

“I want to be New Zealand’s biggest company.”

BLAIR CAMERON

I’m 32, I’m full of energy, and I’m ready to get things done for Nelson. During my campaign, to earn your support to serve as Nelson’s next MP, I’ve brought senior National spokespeople here so they can hear directly from Nelsonians about the issues that matter most.

ECONOMY HEALTH

APRIL 19

After hearing from so many Nelsonians struggling to pay their mortgage or rent, or put food on the table and gas in the car, I held a public meeting with Nicola Willis at Annesbrook Church on the Cost-of-Living Crisis in Nelson. Since then, I have been advocating for policies that will grow Nelson’s economy, drive housing growth to get rents down, rein in Government spending to get inflation under control, and give families up to 250 per fortnight in tax relief to make it easier for you to get ahead.

JUNE 9

After concerns emerged that the Nelson Hospital rebuild had fallen behind schedule, I demanded the Government come clean on the rebuild timeline. Since then, the Government has announced the rebuild has been delayed until 2026. I am 100% committed to getting the Nelson Hospital rebuild back on track.

LAW AND ORDER

JUNE 30

After NZ Police data revealed a 188% growth in gang membership in Tasman under this government, I held a public meeting on law and order with Mark Mitchell at Club Waimea. Since then I have advocated for policies within Nelson to restore law and order and crack down on gangs.

JULY 31

After taking Chris Luxon and Nicola Willis to see the transport mess in Richmond, I have successfully advocated for the Hope Bypass to be included in the next Roads of National Significance Program, fully funded with $250 million from the National Land Transport Fund and additional Crown expenditure.

EDUCATION

SEPTEMBER 19

I have invited Erica Stanford to Nelson for a public meeting on education. We will be presenting our policies to deliver better education in Nelson-Tasman and answer your questions.

Tuesday 19 September, 5.30pm

Trafalgar Centre, Nelson

Sewing up new ways with old clothes

A region-first event will aim to reduce the “horrendous” amount of clothes that make their way to landfill by showing alternative uses for garments.

The Clothing Revolution is coming to Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre on Saturday, 16 September. It has been organised by the Soroptimist International (SI) of Waimea to bring awareness to the environmental impact coming from the clothing sector commonly known as the ‘clothing footprint’.

“It’s about how to reduce the clothing footprint and stopping clothes going to landfill,” says Jan McKenzie, event organiser and member of SI Waimea.

“I read an article by professor Sara Walton from Otago University, who has done a lot of research on this, and I thought

‘we need to start doing something about this’. It’s horrendous the statistics about clothing going to landfill.”

An estimated 180,000 tonnes of clothing and textile waste is dumped in New Zealand landfills every year. Worldwide, the fashion industry is the second most polluting industry, responsible for between eight to 10 per cent of total carbon emissions and 20 per cent of global wastewater, with a predicted increase of 50 per cent in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

“I started researching, seeing if there were people already doing something about the problem, and I found out about the Repair Café, a group called Stitch It Don’t Ditch It, as well as a group started through the Tasman District Council named Textile Activism in Tasman,” says Jan. Ladies from SI Waimea got busy with the task of ap-

proaching organisations with the hopes of coming together to host an event that would bring awareness to the clothing footprint. The idea was well received, and many local organisations and businesses came on board. They have also managed to secure professor Sara Walton as the guest speaker. The event will also include a fashion stylist who will be putting on a slide show demonstrating how you can alter and change clothing for different occasions.

“We have had a lot of interest, and a lot of people saying this a very needed thing, so we think there will be a lot of people coming,” explains Jan. “We have had an awful lot of support and it’s great to have an event to get information across about reducing our clothing footprint and stop clothing going to landfill.”

Doors open at 1pm for a 1.30pm start. Entry is $5.

Take a photo of people trying out the 5 Ways to Wellbeing

There is a lot of tough stuff going on, challenges with housing, income, education, access to healthcare etc.

It is important to feel a sense of purpose and control. This is where using the 5 Ways to Wellbeing can help build your resilience.

Check out Mental Health Awareness Week mhaw.nz & Mental Health Foundation mentalhealth.org.nz

Be in to win: one of five $100 grocery vouchers. Plus, multiple spot prizes; movie tickets, gift baskets, caps, swimming passes & more.

Category 1: Individuals - Open to all Top of the South residents.

Category 2: Workplaces - Challenge your work teams and other workplaces to talk about and try the 5W2WB, take a photo and enter.

» Provide name/phone number/category & tell us which of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing your photo represents.

» Participants agree to allow their photo to be shared publicly to promote Mental Health Awareness in our region.

» Prizes drawn & winners notified by 3rd October.

Authorised by Blair Cameron, 544 Waimea Road, Nelson

ELOISE MARTYN

Waimea Soroptomists from left: Jan McKenzie, Helen Lewis, Lois Roadley, Caroline McGee and Annette Smith. Photo: Sara Hollyman.

Join us for a Spring Morning Tea Tour

Warmer months are just around the corner

That means gardens need to be prepared, repairs and maintenance planned, and spring cleaning started.

Here at Summerset Richmond Ranges we’re busy getting the village ready too. But our residents don’t need to lift a finger, as we take care of the chores, leaving them to spend their days how best they wish. Although some do still love to look after their gardens of course.

If you’ve ever been curious about a village life with fewer chores, now could be the time. We’re holding a Morning Tea Tour every Thursday in September at 10:30am, so you can get a taste of the Summerset life that our residents love so much.

Love the life you choose

Morning Tea Tour

Every Thursday in September, 10:30am

Summerset Richmond Ranges

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

Local History

How the Faulkner’s came to Wakefield

ROBYN PARKES

Faulkners Bush in Wakefield has been a popular reserve for the public to enjoy since the 1960s, but who was the family that gave the reserve its name?

Charles Faulkner, after his wife died, left England with his two sons Frederick and Henry for the colonies, sailing on the ship ‘Prince Regent’ in 1852 and heading for Australia.

Arriving in October, Charles went to the goldfields in the Bendigo and Ballarat districts.

They were at Ballarat during the Eureka rebellion riots but took no part in them.

The rebellion was a series of events involving gold miners who revolted against the British administration of the colony of Victoria, during the Victorian gold rush.

Later they went to Bathurst district in New South Wales, where they had some luck, and after wintering in Sydney, moved to Melbourne.

Deciding then to come to New Zealand, they left Melbourne by the Gil Bias and arrived in Dunedin in 1855.

The family took up land at Waihola, south of Dunedin, where they secured a property, and went in for both cropping and raising cattle and sheep.

Frederick and Henry made several long trips to the Dunstan, when the goldfields were in full swing.

Charles returned to England for a time but returned later to Otago, where Frederick and Henry were still living, and in 1874, being tired of the winters, they sold the property and returned to Melbourne.

Not liking Australia, they returned to New Zealand, looking for a place to settle, selecting Nelson.

For a while they lived in the Wood suburb of Nelson city, but soon bought 46 acres of land, known as Treton Park at Wakefield.

Charles passed away in May 1888 and was buried in St Johns Cem-

etery, Wakefield. Youngest son Henry, born about 1840, had married Eliza Clegg in Dunedin and had nine children, four of whom were born in Wakefield.

On 7 April, 1892, the two-storey, 11-room wooden homestead was completely destroyed by fire along with all of its contents. At the time of the fire breaking out Henry was some distance from the house and happened to

look round to see some smoke and almost immediately saw the building in flames.

Eliza and two of the couple’s daughters were in the house when they heard the noise which they thought was caused by an earthquake. The family lost everything in the house and had the mammoth task of rebuilding their lives. The foundations of the home can still be seen near the Scout Den.

Henry was a well-known churchwarden at the local St Johns Church and a member of the vestry up to the time of his death in 1935.

Older brother Frederick was born on 30 March, 1834 (in the reign of William IV) at Oxford, England. Frederick lived at Treton Park for 58 years, never married, and in his later years lived very quietly in retirement.

He was a great reader and for a time was a librarian at the Wakefield Institute. Being a very healthy person, he was rarely sick and could remember having a severe attack of smallpox as a child and the doctor commented that if he pulled through that attack, he would probably reach 100, a prophecy that came true. On 3 April, 1934, residents of Wakefield gathered at his home to congratulate him for attaining the age of 100 years.

Frederick died nine months later in 1935 and the family were all reunited in death, buried in the church cemetery.

Nurturing natures perfection

Situated on the Appleby Highway, just around the corner from Höglund’s, The Flower Farm owners Viv and Shawn Deaker are prepping for a busy season. September is a busy time, says Viv - sowing summer crops, tackling springtime weeds, prepping for new rose varieties, and getting geared up for mulch sales in October.

Formerly The Rosarie, the boutique floral business specialises in bespoke bouquets and beautiful product lines. Never compromising on quality, freshness, and customer service, The Flower Farm also excel at hand growing and selling Oriental and Asiatic lilies, roses, tulips, alstroemerias, dahlias and lots of other seasonal goodies along with product ranges from some of the country’s best growers.

“We love adding gorgeous new products to our giftware range.

We have lots of lovely gifts including the stunning Cavallini range of papers for scrapbooking and decoupage, and their beautiful selection of puzzles.

Fun and informative classes with flowers are also hosted alongside the gorgeous homewares, candles, and home décor accessories.

“We are also excited to announce that our school holiday workshops are back with a touch of whimsy and flair!”

The Teacup Workshop (September 26 and October 5) sees participants create a decorative arrangement in a cute teacup, while the Floral Hair Workshop (September 28 and October 3) has beautiful floral hair accessories being created with dried flowers. Both holiday workshops are suitable for ages five and up

and can be booked through The Flower Farm website. Guided by a floral designer the hands-on workshops will encourage the exploration of creativity and design skills while enjoying a relaxing experience at The Flower Farm. “Space is limited, so reserve your spot now to ensure participation.”

The Flower Farm’s super friendly team provide a large selection of freshly picked and most vibrant of flowers crafted with love, care and precision. “We have a large selection of fresh-cut flowers for any occasion that can be pre-ordered by phone or website and delivered right to your door.”

If you feel like a visit, don’t forget that The Flower Farm is open to the public. Keen gardeners should keep an eye out for the farm dahlia tuber sale coming soon.

Whether you’re after something for home, a function, wedding, or to brighten someone’s day, The Flower Farm can help.

Viv Deaker picking flowers to brighten someone’s day.

Treton Park, 1893. Photo: Supplied.

Tō tātou reo Advance Care Planning

What matters most to you when you think about your health changing?

How would you communicate your wishes, values and preferences to the health care team and your loved ones? What health care would you want, or not want, if you were unable to talk?

An Advance Care Plan is one way of capturing these decisions. Come along to an information session with Mary-Ann Hardcastle from Nelson Bays Primary Health, have your questions answered and access some of the resources available to you.

Introduction to Advance Care Plans workshops (45 mins)

NELSON and RICHMOND

Tuesday 10 October 2023 - 1pm-2pm

Richmond Age Concern, 62 Oxford St

Wednesday 1 November 2023 - 1pm-2pm

Nelson Age Concern, 18 Bridge St

MOTUEKA

Wednesday 20 September 2023 - 1pm-2pm

Motueka Community House, 9 Greenwood St

Tuesday 31 October 2023 - 1pm-2pm

Motueka Over-50s Club, 10 Pah St

Thursday 16 November 2023 - 11am & 2pm

Motueka Library, 32 Wallace St

PLANNED POWER OUTAGE NOTIFICATIONS

Electricity retailers notify their power account holders about planned power outages.

Arts

Shining the spotlight on touring shows

KATE RUSSELL

The curtain is about to rise on a variety of touring shows in Nelson, but a local theatre manager says we may be at risk of losing some of them if they are not supported.

Theatre Royal manager Eliane Polack says she is seeing more tours skipping the smaller regions - Nelson included.

Electricity retailers are companies that sell electricity and send power bills to the power account holder.

There are a number of electricity retailers in the Nelson Tasman area including Contact, Meridian, Pulse, Genesis, Nova, Electric Kiwi, and others. Planned power outages happen when the power is turned off so that maintenance can be done on the power lines.

Electricity retailers will notify account holders affected by a planned power outage about three weeks before it is due to happen.

The notification could be by email, through the post or by text. If you are a power account holder:

Î Make sure your electricity retailer has the correct contact details for you.

Î If there are other people in your household or business who need to receive planned power outage notifications, ask your electricity retailer to add their contact details to your customer records.

Î Check that emails from your electricity retailer don’t get automatically diverted to an email ‘Junk’ folder by mistake.

Î Be aware that sometimes there are two or more planned power outages in a row. Separate notifications will be sent out for each one.

To be notified of planned power outages for a property where you are not the power account holder, find out who the power account holder is and ask them to forward notifications on to you.

“We are not as financially interesting for them - less capacity, smaller population, more costs to get here. I’ve had a few usual promoters cancel their pencil bookings for this year because they are only going to tour the big cities or even just staying in the North Island.” She says when promotors do take the risk, it is important that Nelsonians show their support by buying tickets. “We really want these tours to keep coming, and for Nelsonians to enjoy touring shows without having to leave town.”

One of these shows is Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage! It is coming to the Theatre Royal on 5 October, during the school holidays. The action-packed play was adapted for the stage in 2009 by the National Theatre of Great Britain but tells the story, consistent with the book, of

a brother and sister bored at home on a rainy day.

Promotor for the show, Brad Thomson, from Showcase Entertainment Group, says the towns and small cities are still “very important” for them, however it can be a risk.

“We love the people of New Zealand and getting out and entertaining young Kiwis is why we do this in the first place. However, it isn’t a ‘sure bet’ that we will cover costs as it is expensive touring, especially in the South Island. So, it is important for locals to support touring shows by getting out and buying tickets to secure the future of smaller places on touring circuits.” Ladies Night is also includ-

ing Nelson in their nationwide tour on 4 October at the Theatre Royal. Promotor Ben McDonald says support from communities in the regions is “so important” to keep their show on the road.

“Touring theatre to the regions has been my passion for 20 years and it’s always a treat to play the Theatre Royal.” Go to www.theatreroyal.co.nz for tickets to The Cat in the Hat and Ladies Night. Waimea Weekly has a family pass (four tickets) to give away to The Cat in the Hat on Thursday, 5 October at 10.30am. To go in the draw, email your name and contact details to kate@ nelsonweekly.co.nz before Wednesday, 20 September.

If you have a question about this article, contact us at info@networktasman.co.nz

From left: Hannah MacFarlane, Nick Wilkinson, Courtney Mayall, Bradley Greenwood, Falstaff Dowling-Mitchell, and Tara Given in The Cat in the Hat. Photo: Ben Mannell.

Milestone Homes Nelson Bays showcase their newest show home

Celebrating the grand opening of their newest show home this weekend, Milestone Homes Nelson Bays will be showcasing the company's most prominent option in their stunning range.

Located at 52 Summersfield Boulevard, in The Meadows, Richmond, the 192m2 home effortlessly represents the exceptional value for money that potential homeowners will get

with a Milestone Homes Nelson Bays build, says general manager Adam Hills.

The show home is based on one of the company’s most popular plans and it has been tweaked to perfection. Inside you'll find beautiful open-plan living spaces, a central kitchen with walk-inpantry and a spacious lounge that can be closed off.

Three generous double bed-

rooms, two bathrooms and a separate toilet are complemented by plenty of storage to ensure the entire family is catered for. Smart inclusions in this home include the tray ceiling, attic, entertainment unit, feature walls in the entry and bedroom one, as well as a stunning ensuite upgrade. Situated around the corner from Central Park, just a stone’s throw from the bustling café and the lo-

cal Sprig + Fern, you’ll find this stunning new home open to view at your leisure.

In true Milestone fashion, the Richmond show home showcases their standard specification allowing people to see and touch what they’ll get in their home and identify any things they may like to change.

General manager Adam Hills is passionate about the way they

display the standard offering at the showhome.

“The fact we build our show home to a standard level so people can see exactly what they’re getting is a huge point of difference for us. We have spent years refining our standard specifications to ensure that every home we build is aspirational as well as offering a great value proposition.

We are committed to offering

Proudly supporting Milestone Homes to put the roof over your head

exceptional value for money and believe that what is on display with the show home hits the nail on the head.”

The cost of the build is on display and that’s another point of difference with Milestone, says Adam.

“All of the plans are pre-priced, and people can walk out with a variety of options and have an accurate picture of what it will cost, all from a single visit!”

Established in 2007, Milestone Homes has been successfully building homes throughout the Nelson region for more than 16 years and remains locally owned and operated. With over 450 homes built in that time, the teams’ commitment to providing quality and value has stood the test of time.

Adam has been with Milestone Homes Nelson Bays since its inception, beginning his career as the sole New Home Consultant through to becoming the region's General Manager in 2018. His passion for the industry lies in providing truly smart building options and says part of the com-

pany's success lies in its ability to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the building industry.

“Uncertainty is a challenge we all face in the current climate, so we as a business have worked extremely hard to make some changes to what we are able to offer and help provide some peace

of mind to our clients.”

Milestone Homes Nelson Bays now counts itself amongst the most popular builders in the region, consistently building more than 45 homes per year, and the team have developed a strong reputation for being honest and upfront and always acting in

the best interests of their clients. Along the journey the business has been recognised both locally and nationally with success at the Master Builders House of the Year awards as well as business awards on a franchise level.

On top of being able to see and touch what you get when you

build with Milestone, you can also view a selection of house and land packages ranging from $665,000 for fully landscaped homes in Richmond, right through to $1.25m for a beautiful family home in Nelson. On display you’ll also find their three plan ranges, which include

the newly-released ‘Country’ range which are perfect for your rural paradise with inspirational plans providing a focus on space. Milestone Homes Nelson Bays pride themselves on providing not only a fantastic home but also a fantastic experience to all who choose to build with them. Communication through each stage from planning and pricing through to consent and then construction is of utmost priority to ensure everything runs smoothly. Select your ideal way of living with a Milestone Homes' proven home design. Whether you prefer a smart, compact city dwelling or a spacious country retreat, Milestone Homes offers a variety of Metro, Lifestyle, and Country options to make your lifestyle dreams a reality. Choose a style and floorplan from their extensive selection, designed to accommodate various section sizes and living preferences. Milestone Homes understands that building a new home is an exciting milestone in life. “When you partner with us, you

can trust in our expertise to deliver a superb new home and a fantastic overall experience.”

“Our team consistently reviews our offerings to stay current with design trends and materials, ensuring we secure the best prices from trusted New Zealand brands to pass on the benefits to our clients.

“We take pride in constructing homes that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, with high resale value, meeting market demands, and delivering an exceptional homeowner experience."

For more information on how Milestone Homes Nelson Bays can help to build your dream home, talk to one of the friendly and experienced team by calling 03 543 8663 or emailing nelson@ milestonehomes.co.nz

Open this weekend between 12pm and 4pm, both Saturday and Sunday, be sure to pay the team a visit at their brand-new show home at 52 Summersfield Boulevard, in The Meadows, Richmond.

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

Located at 13b McGlashen Ave, Hobby Central is the region's only hobby store dedicated to a variety of toys and accessories from plastic models, slot cars and more.

They are the largest stockist of all things ‘model’, including diecast, train sets and remote control cars.

Come check us out!

Weka Peckers Recycling offers a wide range of recovered building materials, such as doors, windows, insulation, framing timber, roofing iron and tiles, Rimu flooring and a lot more.

Our large reuse shop is filled with treasures galore: vintage, antiques, tools, DIY home projects, furniture, sports gear and more.

97 Robinson Road, Lower Moutere 7175 | 03 526 7000 |

Owner Barry Andrews says if you can’t find what you are looking for from the vast range of stock available instore, he can order it in.

“It is impossible to stock everything, so we are happy to order items in for our customers. Most orders usually take around 2-3 business days, depending on suppliers.”

Operating since 2014, Hobby Central is based alongside Richmond Vehicle Testing Station and are open from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and Saturday from 8am to 12pm.

Contact Barry and the team on 03 544 9111 or email office@richmondvts. co.nz for more information. “Come see us for all your hobby needs.”

Emma and Alistair Hebberd are the seventh custodians of Shone and Shirley Funeral Directors on Tahunanui Drive, owning and operating the historical business since November 2019.

Established in 1862, the Nelson couple take a lot of pride in the history of Shone and Shirley and the fact that, today, it's still a family-owned operation. “Not all funeral homes are locally owned or even New Zealand owned, so it's a real privilege owning this business,” says Alistair.

· Being locally owned gives more flexibility when caring for your family

· Provision of a modern, purpose-built chapel with built-in livestream options, and a separate catering lounge, and on-site car parking

· Personal digital Memorial pages free of charge

· No after hour or extra milage fees

· Pre-arrangements free of charge

· Caring for all price ranges, and price transparency

Emma and Alistair are proud to provide a professional, personal, affordable service at Shone and Shirley Funeral Directors. “It really is about care – our family caring for your family.”

Committed to contributing to a more sustainable and affordable economy in the Nelson-Tasman area, Weka Peckers Recycling owners Ricarda and Merv provide a family-run reuse shop and resource recovery service for the region, as well as a consultancy services for waste minimisation and diversion.

Passionate about their role, the team are excited to announce the addition of extra machinery, including a baler and forklift, enabling the team to work in collaboration with local businesses to send plastic packaging waste to Future Post in Blenheim where it is turned into fence and vineyard posts.

“The opening of the Future Post factory in Blenheim has enabled this dream to become feasible,” says Ricarda. “It has made it viable to divert soft plastics and is a fantastic addition to the Top of the South.”

Ricarda and Merv say people can also bring their cut, open, and cleaned food and beverage cartons like TetraPak to Weka Peckers.

“We then send these on to SaveBoard in Hamilton to be recycled into sustainable building products – a perfect example of waste diversion into a circular economy.”

For more than 35 years, Star Moving and Distribution has provided a professional home and furniture removal service founded on reliability, security, and friendliness. Located at 178 Tahunanui Dr, with branches nationwide, Star Moving take the stress out of moving by going that extra mile every time. The longstanding, locally owned company provide trained packers that carefully wrap precious belongings in the most secure way possible. Their team specialise in Safe and Heavy Item moving, ensuring all furniture and stored belongings are carefully itemised and containerised for protection and security.

If relocating, Star Moving will blanket-wrap all home furniture and effects which will be securely stowed for travelling in the most safe and secure manner possible. Star Moving also offer an unpacking service and the company provide export-approved fire and burglar-protected storage warehouses across the country. With a fleet of modern trucks and regular service-runs throughout NZ, Star Moving and Distribution fully cater to daily and weekly freight services throughout the country. Contact Star Moving on 03 548 6667 to discuss your requirements or book a home visit and written quote. Email nelson@starmoving.co.nz for more information.

Located at the Richmond Vehicle Testing Station

Wakefield School gets wiggy

GORDON PREECE

Wakefield School are donning wigs today (September 13) to raise funds for the Child Cancer Foundation.

Year 6 student Rylee Vickerman says the national fundraiser is held annually at the school because cancer can be a “very brutal” experience for tamariki (children).

“Many, many people die from it each year and for children to have it, it’s probably very horrific for them, and it’s not very nice at all,” she says. “Wig Wednesday is so we can fundraise to help children with cancer and those people in need that have it, or had experienced it.”

Wig Wednesday is a fun day where people can support the more than three Kiwi children who are diagnosed with cancer every week by wearing a wig, styling a funky hairdo or shaving their head while raising money for Child Cancer Foundation.

“So far, we have had hundreds of in

and community groups sign up to get wiggy all over the country,” says Child Cancer Foundation’s chief ex

Rest home joins the thirties club

GORDON PREECE

Wakefield Homestead celebrated 30 years since it became one of the first purpose-built Top of the South rest-homes, on Sunday.

Owner and facility manager Hilary Bird says most of its 23 current residents and about 12 of its staff marked the milestone with dancing and a cake cutting. She says the Edward St homestead was founded in 1993 by local doctors Ted Bassett and John Davis after they recognised a need for a dedicated local rest-home, and it had expanded from six to 23 bedrooms in three decades.

“When people walk into our rest-home they notice how relaxed it is, the laughter that they hear in the place and they say it’s more of a B&B atmosphere than a rest-home,” she says.

“We get excellent feedback all the time about the care from residents and families and other agencies that are out there too… I think we do an excellent job; it takes a whole team to provide something that has a good reputation.

“We are so grateful for their dedication to raising money for these whānau during what has been a difficult year for many Kiwis.”

“We do hope to keep expanding, I know Wakefield is expanding and the rest-home has to be able to expand with the population.”

Wakefield School Student Council members, from left: Holly, Leo, Danika, Harlan, Zoe, Xanthe, Rylee, Cole and Marley have been busy organising Wig Wednesday. Photo: Gordon Preece.

Local riders share World Cup top 10

JACK MALCOLM

Two Nelson mountainbike riders have claimed spots in the top 10 at the UCI Enduro World Cup in France. Rae Morrison and George Swift claimed seventh and eighth respectively, against the best riders in the world. The two women from the Top of the South were in top form as they raced to the finish line, despite facing adversity along the way. Last year, George was awarded Nelson Mountain Bike Club’s Super D scholarship, which is used for racing overseas and showcases just how rapid her rise to the top has been.

With six World Cup races already under her belt, the improvement has been immense, gaining on a previous best finish of 14 to break into the

top 10. Having kicked off the season with a second-place finish at the New Zealand enduro championships, the 25-year-old has already established herself as a contender in the top scene. On social media following the race, George says she felt like she gave everything on the final day in France’s Loudenvielle to come home with the result.

“I didn’t keep an eye on the living timing as I didn’t want to know as I knew all I could do was try my best.”

She says the announcer, who didn’t even bother to learn her name before the start of the race, gave her the fuel to “get this guy to remember me”.

“Waiting for the top 12 riders to drop was intense, as one by one they crossed the line, either finishing in front or behind me to end myself in

Rae Morrison says she was disappointed to have crashed at the recent Enduro World Cup event in France, having to settle for seventh place, which still keeps her in the hunt for the end-ofseason rankings. Photo: Henry Jaine. seventh for the day.”

For Rae, who has ridden professionally for the last eight years, the feeling is a little more familiar.

“I’ve consistently been in the top 10 in the world during that time, including several top-five results and stage wins. Always happy with a top 10 [result].”

Rae says she pushed hard to solidify the result.

Rugby

All Blacks - Mako flanker Ethan Blackadder was on a flight to France last weekend instead of with his team to Taranaki after he was called into the All Blacks World Cup squad as injury replacement. With nine test caps already

“I rode the final stage at my absolute limit. I crashed on a loose corner and landed heavily on my side. I obviously was disappointed I crashed and had injured myself, (and) I’m happy with the result but it’s not a stand-out result for me.”

Following on from previous strong results, Rae is sitting at seventh in the World Cup points as they head towards their final event of the season

under his belt, the news broke on Friday with the Mako team posting a video of their announcement to the team.

Golf Golden Downs have won local golf’s Sloan Trophy after a

this weekend.

Having returned to Nelson midseason, she says it was nice to recharge the batteries in a place that lives and breathes mountainbiking.

“[I’m] very stoked for George on her first top 10.

“She was flying that race and it’s cool to see her do well. Brady Stone is another Nelsonian on the circuit doing amazing things.”

dramatic final day of action. With scores tied at 51-apiece after the last round, a play-off on the par five hole 18 was required to decide the winner, with John Galletly overcoming the pressure with a clutch putt from 10 feet to bring home the trophy.

Sporting successes give judges tricky job as nominations open

JACK MALCOLM

The Nelson Sport and Recreation award nominations are now open, with two new categories for 2023.

In its first return to an in-person awards night since the start of Covid-19, Sport Tasman will bring together the local sporting community to celebrate the outstanding performances and contributions by the region’s sportspeople, as well as individuals and projects who have created a positive impact, for an evening of celebrations on 1 December hosted by MC Jason Pine.

Alongside the eight other awards on offer throughout the night, the evening will also include the newly-introduced NBS Community Impact/Kawekawe ki te Hāpori and Sport Tasman Diversity & Inclusion/Ahurea me te Whakawāiti awards, which will see community heroes on stage alongside the elite, high-performing athletes from our region.

Sport Tasman chief executive

Nathan Fav’avae was Nelson Sportsperson of the Year last year, his third time receiving the award (1999, 2006, 2022), but has his work cut out for him if he wants to defend the title against a wealth of success across a number of sporting codes in the past 12 months. Photo (File): GodZone.

Ed Shuttleworth says the newly-formed awards align with the organisation’s vision and it was important to have their inclusion.

“Sport Tasman exists so no child misses out. We recognise that physical activity supports well-being. We recognise that physical activity can be through play, sport, active recreation or general movement.

The evening will be a special celebration that places these community heroes alongside the highest performing athletes in our region.”

With last year’s winner of the Nelson Sportsperson of the Year - the night’s highest honour, Nathan Fa’avae, having a quieter 2023, the field is open to see who will take home the top prize, while Niamh Fisher-Black will be in the hunt to defend her Sportswoman of the Year title from 2022 after another strong season in Europe.

Ed says it is always difficult to compare achievements of individuals and teams in different sports codes, but the judging panel of respected lo-

cal sport and community representatives follow a basic set of guidelines for each award and use their vast knowledge and experience in sport and our community to agree on deserving winners.

“There have been some great successes over the past year, and it won’t be easy to select winners, but this is a fantastic problem to have – it’s a real indication of the strength of our region.”

Alongside a wealth of awards, Sport Tasman is partnering with George Glover and Black Dog Swim for youth mental health at the 2023 Sport and Recreation Awards.

The ultra-distance swimmer will be a guest of honour at the night after raising over $130,000 for the I AM HOPE charity through his coastal challenge, swimming over 300km in the freezing waters of Lake Rotoiti at St. Arnaud.

Full details of the awards and their history, as well as the nomination process, can be found online at www.sporttasman.org.nz/nelsonsportsawards

Nelson Surf Lifesaving Club and Surf Sport is gearing up for the summer season, with an Open Day planned for 29th October when people can register their interest. Surf Sport’s junior club, U14 Surf Nippers, is ‘serious fun’ while gaining confidence in the

water, and they’re taught skills in Beach Sprints, Beach flags, Surf Swim & Board Race. “We’re also encouraging more seniors to get involved,” says Aaron Lyttle, club captain of Nelson Surf Lifesaving. “This year, we’d like to enter a team into the national cham-

pionships. During the past year, our focus has been on IRB racing, so we’ve had teams involved in the nationals, which is great.” Senior Surf involves all the beach events like beach flags, beach sprint, surf-swim events, board racing, ski races and combined events like Iron Man. “In New Zealand there’s water everywhere, so Surf Sport is ideal because we teach people skills to keep them safe in the water or to help others.” NSLSC also has lifeguarding courses coming up. For more details, visit www.nelsonslsc.org. nz or email nelsonslsc@ gmail.com'

Nelson Children’s Athletics is a friendly, positive club where your child can try all aspects of track and field in a supportive and positive environment. Meet new friends, learn new skills and compete against each other locally and regionally.

Our friendly coaches will teach your children how to run, throw and jump in a safe and enjoyable way. Get fit for the summer and watch your child's confidence grow with regular opportunities to compete against other kids and clubs. This is a great introduction leading to intermediate and high school athletics. Starting on Thursday 12th October at 5:157pm at Saxton Field and then running every Thursday during term 4 and 1 (2024) Suitable for children from age 7-14. No experience necessary.

Ta tau ihu baseball - With more than 60 million people playing baseball worldwide, the hype and excitement of the game is alive and well in the Top of the South. The region has two baseball clubs, Nelson Heat and Tasman Country Baseball Club, which offer baseball, teeball and coachpitch baseball from under 8s through to under 19s and open adults grade. Regional president Kelvin Heiford says the small ball, wooden bats and large diamonds make the game a big hitting and captivating sport both to play and watch. “If you can throw

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over-hand you can pitch, and this makes games viable and enjoyable at all age levels,” he says. For more information, talk to your school sports co-ordinator or head along to www.tetauihubaseball.nz or www.nelsonheatbaseball.org.nz. Or phone/text 021 343 690.

Tennis, a sport for life for those under five to over 90! Richmond Tennis Club offer allyear round activities including casual play, individual and group coaching for juniors and seniors, interclub competitions for junior and senior grades, Tuesday morning social tennis, POP tennis and pickleball. Regular social tennis is played every Tuesday from 9:30am to noon, and from 6pm. Saturday afternoon from 1pm onwards is social time for both members and non-members.

POP tennis is a fun, aerobic sport that is easy to master and no prior experience is needed, played on Tuesdays from 10am to 11:30am. Pickleball is played on Fridays from 9:30am to 11:30am and is an exercise that works on balance, agility, reflexes and hand-eye coordination without excessively straining the body. There are always courts available for the public to book-a-court and play their

own game with bookings done through the website: www.clubspark.kiwi/Richmond.

Nelson Softball - Why not give softball a go this summer? There are loads of benefits – you’ll improve your fitness levels, build lifelong friendships and have heaps of fun! There are a range of competitions on offer for all ages and abilities – youth, senior, fast-pitch men and women, and mixed social slo-pitch teams. Registrations are now open for the 2023-2024 season.

The NSA Senior Fast Pitch Competition (Men and Women) starts 7th October, and the NSA Youth Fast Pitch Competition (U13, U15 & U18's) starts Saturday 28th October.

The USC Monday night Youth League starts Monday 30th October (5-11 years). The T-ball and U11 League is FREE to play in! The USC Mixed Wednesday night Social Slo-Pitch League starts 2nd November and goes for 5 weeks. This is a modified softball league for ages 13 years and up. All gear is supplied and the season is played in 2 partsSpring and Summer. To find out more visit our website; www. nelsonsoftball.org.nz or head

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Be part of action-packed netball fun at Saxton’s this summer – register now for Twilight Netball (Social Ladies and Mixed) which takes place on Tuesday evenings, from 17 Oct to 5 Dec 2023. $280 per team. Or why not pull together a team for Summer League (Competitive Mixed). Commencing on 13th October and going through to 17th November 2023, this takes place on Friday evenings inside Saxton Stadium. $300 per team. Registrations for Twilight Netball and the Summer League close Friday 6th Oct 2023. The Twilight competition runs for eight weeks, and the Summer league runs for 6 weeks, and are organised by Nelson Netball Centre. “Playing at the Saxton Netball Courts is a cool, fun environment, and it’s a great way to get fit this summer,” says Aleisha Cederman, NetballSmart Centre Activator. For further details and to register, visit www.nelsonnetball.co.nz. Or send an email to Kalyssa: development@nelsonnetball.co.nz if you have any questions.

The internet is buzzing with information and you can have a great time browsing and clicking. But when you’re looking for reliable information about something important, how do you know which sites to trust?

Citizens Advice Bureau’s website has a wide variety of information, all NZ specific. Content is constantly checked so you know it’s up to date. Articles use plain language, and links take you to relevant parts of other websites. You don’t have to sift through that long list of sites offered by Google. Everyone is welcome to use the CAB website.

Did you know many Government departments’ websites can be accessed from your mobile even when you don’t have any data left? Go to zero. govt.nz then choose the government service you need from the buttons displayed there.

If you have a question about the law, check Community Law’s very useful online legal manual. (communitylaw. org.nz) If you have a problem with something you bought or a service you paid for, the Commerce Commission has advice to offer on a wide range of subjects. CAB can help you understand your consumer rights, too.

There are many groups in the community who offer help in specialist areas such as Alzheimers Association or Cancer Society. Most have websites to give you good basic in-

Citizens Advice Bureau Nelson Tasman 9 Paru Paru Rd, Nelson Ph: 03 548 2117 0800 367 222 email: nelsontasman@cab.org.nz www.cab.org.nz

formation and contact details if you need more personal help. Community directories can help you find the one you need.

When you’re not sure which sources of information are credible, go direct to the origin if you can and remember to look and see if it’s a local site. You don’t want to spend half an hour filling out a tax form for Australia if you live in New Zealand.

Kiwis love acronyms, so use ‘CARS’ to help you remember how to find trustworthy information.

Credibility: Is the information created by someone who knows about the subject and cares about communicating it? Does the URL end with .edu, .org, or .govt to show its official?

Accuracy: Based on other information you have, does the site seem accurate? Are the entries up to date? Is it free of obvious errors, such as typos or links that don’t work?

Reasonableness: Does the site present both sides of an issue or does the author have an axe to grind? Is the advertising inappropriate?

Support: Can you verify the information on the site from a bibliography or other references?

Best of all, remember you talk to a real person when you phone your local CAB. We’re ready to help, or refer you to a specialist. You can email, phone or come in for a chat. We know how to find answers!

Sport Tasman delivers mana-enhancing projects for rangatahi

As youth enjoyment of sport falls to new lows, a newly-launched initiative looks to break down the barriers for young people to be physically active while also increasing participation.

While physical activity offers many benefits for young people, rangatahi aren’t as active as they used to be and Sport

Tasman aims to be the change makers in the space by delivering mana-enhancing projects in the region that give young people a voice in programme delivery and alignment with their values and interests.

According to a recent Sport New Zealand report, weekly participation for youth aged 12-17 has decreased by three per cent from 2021 to 2022 and six per cent from pre-Covid levels.

The decline in participation is prominent among females aged 12-14, while interest and enjoyment levels among rangatahi are diminishing across the board. The report also found in 2022 that the number of youth who said they enjoy playing sports reached an all-time low of 79 per cent.

Sport Tasman’s vision is to remove the

barriers and provide equitable opportunities for rangatahi to participate in sport and active recreation across Te Tau Ihu and Kaikōura through its unique Regional Active Recreation Advisors

(RARA) projects.

They have embarked on a three-year strategic partnership with Rātā Foundation and Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa, designed to support targeted populations

of rangatahi - including Māori, Pasifika, kōhine (teenage girls) and former refugees in the Nelson, Tasman, Kaikōura, and Marlborough regions - to increase engagement and wellbeing and remove barriers that make participation challenging for young people.

Sport Tasman’s General Manager of Community Outcomes Lesley McIntosh says existing barriers to participation include time, cost, transport, and general awareness of the recreation programmes available.

“There is also a lack of youth input into the programmes being offered and little alignment with their values or interests,” she says. Sport Tasman’s holistic programme aims to address barriers by encouraging rangatahi to connect with Māori culture and the natural environment.

“We base our activity around Te Whare Tapa Whā, which is the four pillars of wellbeing, where active recreation isn’t the be-all and end-all but adds value to existing programmes or enhances the wellbeing and mana of rangatahi,” says Lesley.

“We don’t offer active recreation in isolation. We aim to link it with the youths’ values, whether that be around the environment or Māori culture.

“When you bring in those values, you’re starting to break down some barriers that not only enable them but encourage rangatahi to participate.”

In the first year of the project, Sport Tasman has collaborated with 49 organisations, over half of whom have shown increased capability to engage rangatahi through insights, co-design and adopting principles informed by a Te Ao Māori world-view, while three quarters of the opportunities provided were co-designed alongside rangatahi.

“Sport Tasman has embraced the fact that not all young people enjoy, or want to participate in, competitive sport,” says Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa Active Recreation Lead Fran McEwen.

“There is a way of being active that works for every young person, and seeing them tramping, dancing or stand-up paddleboarding in a wonderful part of Aotearoa is what it’s all about.”

Rafting is just one of the ways Sport Tasman is looking to increase youth participation as they look for new ways of doing things with enjoyment of sport among youth hitting an all-time low across New Zealand in 2022. Photo: Supplied.

Community Notices

Community Notices

MONDAY

NELSON MALE VOICE CHOIR invites keen male singers to join us at rehearsals at the Reformed Church Nelson, Enner Glynn, Nelson Monday evenings at 6.45 pm. Contact John Foes-Lamb on 021 682776 for more details.

PHILOSOPHY GROUP meets in Trafalgar Hall, 67 Trafalgar St., Nelson on the 2nd & 4th Monday each month at 10am. All welcome. Text Zoe: 027-974-1758

LIGHTHOUSE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS CENTRE. Mondays

7.30pm, Trafalgar St Hall. Talks, readings, healing. Ph Carolyn 5474613

WELLBY SIGNPOSTER TRAINING: 1pm – 2.30pm Monday 25th September, Age Concern Hall. To find out about it and register go to www.wellby.org.nz/signposters or phone 03 546 7681

ELYSIUM WIDOW AND WIDOWERS GROUP meet each Monday for coffee and friendship at Oxford St Cafe at 10am. New members welcome. Phone Margaret 027 2600 748

TUESDAY

LUNCH ON THE HILL. Come join us for hot drinks at 11am and lunch at noon on Tuesday 19 September. Koha welcome. 27 Dorset St, Richmond. Ph (03) 5448844

AUTHOR TALK at Richmond Library: – Australian biographer Debra Gavranich will speak about her mother’s courageous story in “The Girl Who Left”. Book sales available: $30 cash only. Tues. 19 Sept. 1pm - 2pm Free.

NZ CHRISTIAN WRITERS NELSON GROUP. Tues. 19 Sept. Richmond Baptist Church Lounge. 1-4pm. Open to writers at all stages of all ages & whatever genre you use. Further details contact Kay 0275476777 or kaypeterson4@xtra.co.nz.

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: 10am – 11.30am, Tues. 19 Sept, McCashin’s, Stoke. Wellby Talking Cafés are social connections & finding out about groups, activities & services. www.wellby.org. nz 03 5467681.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY LIBRARY GROUP, Richmond Library, 10:30am – 11.30am, Tuesdays. If you are living with Dementia, this group is for you. Come along to this supportive, friendly group at your familiar local library. Free.

RICHMOND PIPE BAND, welcome past players & new to join us for social playing of pipes and drums. Meet Richmond Town Hall, Tuesday nights 7-9pm. Contact Margaret 0275440460

NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP Tues. Sept 19. Willow Walk/ Centre of NZ. Meet at 9.45 am at the Trafalgar Centre carpark. BYO lunch. Contact Sally 021 02694610.

JUDO IN RICHMOND 20A Gladstone Rd, access via stairs at rear of Waimeo Old Boys Rugby Building. Juniors Tuesday/Thursday

6-7pm. Seniors Tuesday/Thursday 7pm. Pee wees Thursday

5.15pm. Contact Michelle 0275422254

HOPE TENNIS CLUB. Tuesday morning Social Tennis from 9.30 am. Courts in Hope Domain, Main Road, Hope. All abilities most welcome. Queries 0211729257

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB - Tuesday 10 - 11.30am POP Tennis. $3 non-members Contact pop@richmondtennisclub.co.nz. Come, enjoy and have a go. ALSO Tuesday from 6pm Social fun night. Lights and balls provided. Contact Trish 0274 872 480

WEDNESDAY

SUFFRAGE PICNIC LUNCH, Queens Gardens Hardy St. Join the National Council of Women on Wedn. 20 Sept., 12 - 1.30. Celebrating 130 years. BYO your picnic. Cancelled if wet. Call 03 545 1210.

MAKE TIME – GIVING PLATES at Richmond Library:. Decorate your own “Giving Plate” & start a new tradition. Ph: 03 543 8500 to book. Wed. 20 Sept. 10am - 12pm Free.

FOREST & BIRD Wedn. 13 Sept. A talk by Trevor James about the state of Tasman freshwater systems. 7.30pm Tahunanui School Hall, Muritai St, Tahunanui.

CAKE DECORATORS meeting is on Wedn. 20 Sept, creating Christmas figurines using sugar paste. New members are welcome.

Contact Desiree 027 6302 359

DEADLINE:

NELSON NEWBIES, coffee morning every Wednesday 10:3011.30 a.m. at Deville’s Cafe, 22 New St. Want to get out and meet people? Join us for coffee and chat. New people are always welcome. Phone Clive 021 205 4731

GOOD CRAFTERNOON! Bring your craft project and work on it in the company of other crafters. Bring your own materials and lunch. Free. Richmond Library. Wednesdays, 12.30pm-2.00pm.

CENTRAL GARDEN CLUB meet 2nd Wedn each month 1.30pm Stoke Methodist church hall, Neale Ave Stoke. Guest speakers & afternoon tea new members welcome .Lynn or bob 5418468

THURSDAY

WELLBY TALKING CAFÉ: 1.30pm – 3pm Thurs. 21 Sept, NMIT Café Ake Ake. Wellby Talking Cafés are social connection s& finding out about groups, activities & services. www.wellby.org.nz 03 5467681.

WAKEFIELD ART GROUP sessions Thursdays 9.30-12.00 at Wakefield Village Hall. $4 donation includes Morning Tea. All levels of interest welcome.

JUDO IN RICHMOND, see Tuesday’s notice. Michelle 0275422254

MOTUEKA LIGHTHOUSE meet last Thursday each month Motueka Community House, Decks Reserve. 7pm-9pm. $3 Koha. Contact Angie angel3000.h@gmail.com

NELSON CITY PROBUS CLUB welcome both men & women. We meet 2nd Thursday each month (Feb-November) at 10 am, The Nelson Golf Club, 38 Bolt Rd, Tahunanui. Contact the Secretary on nelsoncitygroupgmail.com

WAIMEA COMBINED FRIENDSHIP GROUP meet monthly at 9.45am on 3rd Thursday of month in Hope Church, Ranzau Road for Friendship, Fellowship & Learning. Contact Denise on 027 765 000 or Rosalie on 027 249 1080.

TAICHI Thursdays, 10:30-12:30, Beginner & Regular tai chi & qigong. Stillness, breath, movement. Anglican Church community hall, Dorset St. Donation. Contact Merrick, email quiet.heart.tai. chi@gmail.com Ph 021 063 6620

MIDDAY FRIDAY

- 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLYPLEASE SEND TO: events@waimeaweekly.co.nz

RICHMOND WELCOME GROUP: Do you want to make new friends join a friendly group for coffee & a chat.10am the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at Paragon Cafe Langdale Dr. Richmond

FRIDAY

WAITAKI OLD BOYS AND OLD GIRLS SCHOOLS Annual Get Together and Dinner 29th September at 6pm Anchor Restaurant and Bar. All Oamaruvians welcome to join us. RSVP to Liz 0278844774

WAIMEA LADIES FRIENDSHIP CLUB welcomes new members

Interesting speakers, morning tea, dining out, outings. 3rd Friday each month 9.45am. Richmond Church of Christ, corner Croucher and D’arcy Sts. Phone Bev 5441469

RICHMOND TENNIS CLUB - Friday 9.30 - 11.30am. Pickle ball$.

$3 non-members. Contact pickleball@richmondtennisclub.co.nz Come, enjoy and have some fun.

RICHMOND LIBRARY EVENT: Te Mana Hā & Te Puāwaitanga o ngā Wāhine o Whakatū waiata groups perform Waiata Māori in celebration of Māori Language Week. Fri. 15 Sept 1pm - 1.30pm Free.

TAI CHI Qigong All welcome, lasses at Tahunanui Community Hub, 55 Muritai Street, Tahunanui. Every Friday until 2nd June 9.30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Koha. Contact Jodie 021 259 5876.

SATURDAY

HIGGINS HERITAGE PARK 222 Pigeon Valley Rd, Wakefield

- Sun. 17 Sept., enjoy time at our park open day of museum sheds, vintage vehicles, machinery & equipment, bush rail jigger. rides.10am- 3pm info@higginsheritagepark.co.nz

WORLD SPINNING DAY at Richmond Library: Members from Richmond Creative Fibre Group will showcase their spinning skills. Sat. 16 Sept. 10am - 12pm. Free.

ALZHEIMERS NELSON TASMAN’S MEMORY WALK Sat. 16

Sept. 11am from St Barnabas Anglican Church in Stoke. Join us as we walk to remember those that cannot.

CAR BOOT MARKET Richmond Baptist Church, 123 Salisbury Road Saturday 16th September 8am-Noon, open for stall hold-

ers from 6.30am. Heaps of bargains, yummy food and free coffee. Facebook –“RBC Bootmarket” Contact: Mark 0224695367

QUALITY CRAFTS NELSON at Richmond Baptist Church 123 Salibury Rd, Sat 16 Sept. 8am – noon. Walk through the Boot Market to the Church Lounge to find us. A wide selection of quality local handmade crafts. Something for everyone! Contact Kay 0275476777 for further details

NELSON ELECTRONIC ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB open day Sat 16 Sept. starting at 1.30 pm at Stoke Baptist Church Hall, Main Ro, Stoke. Come along & enjoy some music. Check us out on www. neokc.org. For further information contact Peter 027 453 4697.

SUNDAY

MOTUEKA STEINER SCHOOL SPRING FAIR Sun, 17 Sept, 10am to 4pm, 165 Robinson Rd, Lower Moutere. Magical day filled with fairies, great food, excellent entertainment, & fun for everyone! Updates, visit www.facebook.com/MotuekaSteinerSchoolSpringFair.

WAIMEA MUSIC CLUB meets at Methodist Church Hall, Neale Ave, Stoke on Sunday, 17 September at 1.15pm. All welcome. Ph Jim 5449446 or Clive 0211431138

NELSON TASMAN METHODIST PARISH warmly invite you to their regular Sunday worship at 10 am followed by morning tea.. An inclusive, Christ focussed, community supporting church at 94 Neale Ave Stoke.

GENERAL GROUPS

U3A – INTEREST GROUPS & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES for the over55s. From quiz mornings to walking groups, digital photography to wine appreciation. Find like-minded inquisitive people who share your interests. www.u3anelson.org.nz

NELSON AMATEUR WINEMAKERS AND BREWERS CLUB welcomes anyone currently making, or interested in making, their own wines, ciders and beers. Monthly meetings. Ph Will 5447650 or John 021 2167143.

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.

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SITUATIONS VACANT

PUBLIC NOTICE

CALL FOR CHORUS CABINET MURAL DESIGNS

Arts Council Nelson in partnership with Chorus and NCC is now accepting design proposals for five street sited cabinets in Nelson. Entries are welcomed from all creative folk. There are no themes or limits to how many cabinets you can choose to submit designs for. Selected artists will be paid between $600 - $1,700 per mural depending on the size of the cabinet.

Full details available at http://www.acn.org.nz/ Design submissions must reach ACN by the 29th September 2023

PERSONAL

We are looking for a fit, active retiree or a motivated young person to deliver the Waimea Weekly, and accompanying advertising material, every Wednesday to the Berryfields area. Please email Karl at karl@thedeliveryguy.co.nz or 022 430 7725.

Lonely active widow, slim build, blue eyes, silver grey hair would like to meet a loving sweet lady for companionship only.

I enjoy dinning out, picnics, drives, movies etc, most sport on T.V. To find out more, please give John a call as I don’t want to walk alone anymore.

Phone: 0221641356

Come on please give me a call and lets have some fun times together.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

WAIMEA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL ENROLMENTS FOR OUT-OF-ZONE STUDENTS

2024 Year 7 & 8 Enrolments

Enrolments at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office and website. Applications for out-of-zone places are now being invited for those students who will become eligible for enrolment commencing in 2024.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is Wednesday 25 October 2023.

If a ballot for out-of-zone places is required, it will be held on Friday 27 October 2023. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held. If you live in the home zone and have not yet signalled your intention to enrol your child later this year, please contact the school immediately to assist us to plan appropriate staffing for next year.

office@waimeaint.school.nz

www.waimeaint.school.nz Ph 544-8994

sales@waimeaweekly.co.nz

WANTED TO BUY

Cash paid for old wristwatches. Scrap gold & Silver. Old coins & Jewellery. Vintage / quality tools. Military & Firearms items. General antiques. Also buying estate & shed items. Collection & downsizing. Ph Tim Gladstone. T&B Vintage 0800 653 935 or 548 5235.

DENTURES

New dentures, relines, repairs. Phone Daniela at Bays Dentures 546 4455.

A gathering for friends and acquaintances of the late Jonathan Luff of Hope will be held in the Richmond Baptist Church lounge (123 Salisbury Road) 2pm, Saturday 23rd September.

WESTLEY

Margaret Rose

(nee GROOBY)

11th September 2022

Its been a year since my caring and beautiful mum has passed away. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think about her and miss her so very much. Love you always mum. I will see you again one day.

Love from your daughter Jude