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Clash over aquarium closure Paula Hulburt Editor
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The owners of an aquarium site embroiled at the centre of a bitter lease dispute say their offers to help affected animals
have been shunned. EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is closing following failed lease negotiations with owners Port Marlborough. Aquarium director John Reuhman said last week that some animals housed at the centre would likely
be euthanised due to the closure. Port Marlborough CEO Rhys Welbourn says the council owned company has offered to allow the business to stay on site rent free until all animals are rehomed. He says the offer has been rejected as were continued offers of help
but that all proposals were “still on the table”. John says the foreshore aquarium and cinema attracts about 51,000 people a year and brings in $4.75 million in visitor spend a year. He hit out at the port last week when the closure was announced,
saying it was “gut-wrenching”. He says the centre is currently home to 117 native animals. This includes starfish, rats and crabs, and fish commonly found in Picton harbour.
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For anxious staff, animal welfare is their top priority John says. “We definitely will be able to rehome all the terrestrial animals. “It will take time, some months, especially for the tuatara, as there are respectful protocols that we must acknowledge and we do have to actually find appropriate facilities which may not be easy. “The fish are probably an insurmountable problem and euthanasia would be the most humane option.” Rhys says animal welfare experts have offered their support to help rehome EcoWorld’s animals and hopes the aquarium will consider that offer. “At no time have we ordered EcoWorld to harm its animals. That is a decision for them. “Port Marlborough has acted in good faith in our dealings with
EcoWorld and acknowledge that this is a difficult time for them. “Hence our offer of support and a rent-free extension of the lease to provide additional time for them to vacate the site,” Rhys says. John says that Port Marlborough’s action are against him personally and that staff have only just found out they have until July 22 to leave. However, Rhys says the exit date was confirmed ten years ago. “We entered into discussions in 2015. EcoWorld sought terms that we simply couldn’t accept,” says Rhys. “This is the natural end of the lease and he has known about it for ten years. “We understand it’s a sad time for John as an owner and are extremely sensitive to the needs of the animals.” Rhys added all offers to sit down and discuss the situation have been rejected by John.
EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre director John Reuhman is alleged to have rejected offers of help. Photo: Supplied. “We’ve offered an extended time frame at zero rent to enable the marine life to be rehomed and that has been rejected twice.
Offers to help with rehoming have also been rejected. “These offers are still on the table,” he says.
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RSV hits Wairau Hospital Paula Hulburt Editor
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Seven babies have been admitted to Wairau Hospital with a serious respiratory virus, prompting health bosses to restrict visitors. Nelson Marlborough Health have revealed the highly contagious Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) has struck in the region. In just a week, Wairau Hospital Emergency Department staff have seen 24 children under 5 years old children with RSV. Chief Medical Officer, Nelson Marlborough Health Dr Nick Baker says the upper respiratory tract infection is especially dangerous for young children, older people and those with compromised immune systems. “We would not be surprised to see an increase in seriously-unwell infants this year, compared to 2018 and 2019, due to the fact that children under the age of two were not exposed to many viruses last year because of the 2020 lockdowns and closed borders. “This means that they have had less chance to develop immunity and might be affected more by viruses. “We have established infection prevention processes to prevent the spread of infectious illnesses in our hospitals, such as provisions to make an isolation ward. “In our children’s wards the majority of rooms are single
rooms to allow the management of infectious viruses.” RSV is rife across the country amongst pre-school children and infants. The common virus can have serious consequences for very young children and babies. Dr Baker says limiting visitors to the children’s wards will hopefully help contain the spread. “Nelson and Wairau hospitals are currently restricting visitor access to children’s wards and special care baby units, to help protect vulnerable infants and children. “Some infants and people with weakened immune systems may spread the virus for longer so they need to be very careful not to mix with infants under one and vulnerable people, while they are still infectious with symptoms, he says. People infected with RSV are usually contagious for five to eight days. It is most easily spread from people who are coughing and sneezing a lot and are in the earlier stages of the illness. RSV symptoms include a runny nose, decrease in appetite, coughing, sneezing, fever (often mild) and/ or wheeze. In some cases, it can cause more serious illness such as bronchiolitis (narrowing of airways in infants) and pneumonia. DHB are advising people intending to visit someone in hospital is:
Babies and young children are especially vulnerable to potentially serious complications caused by RSV. Photo: Supplied. • do not visit if you are unwell and wait until you have been symptom-free for 48 hours before visiting • phone ahead before you visit to check that wards are admitting visitors: Call the ward, or phone our main line on and ask to be put through to the ward you want to visit: 03 546 1824 If you have a hospital appointment and are unwell, please phone ahead and let the relevant department know. They will discuss your options with you. If you have symptoms and must go near others, phone ahead to let the ward know, wear a face mask during your visit, wash your hands thoroughly before entering the hospital and try to avoid touching too many things.
RSV symptoms and what to do if you have them Very young infants (especially premature babies and those exposed to smoking), older adults and those with chronic medical conditions are more at risk. • If you have RSV-like symptoms and are concerned or are getting worse, you should contact your GP or Healthline (0800 611 116) for assessment and advice. • Early medical advice is especially important for those with underlying medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, cancer, heart and lung disease and some autoimmune diseases, or for severely overweight people and pregnant women. • Do not return to childcare, school or work until your
symptoms have resolved. When to seek urgent advice Parents and caregivers should seek urgent medical advice if a child has symptoms and also: • is under three months old • is breathing fast, noisily or is having to use extra effort to breathe • looks pale and unwell • is taking less than half their normal feeds • is vomiting • has not had a wet nappy for more than six hours Parents and caregivers should call 111 for an ambulance if a child: • has blue lips and tongue • has severe difficulty breathing • is becoming very sleepy and not easy to wake up • is very pale • is floppy • has breathing that is not regular, or pauses in breathing How to prevent the spread of RSV and other viruses • Keep children home when they are unwell; they should not attend day-care centres or kindergarten • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue • Regularly wash hands with soap and water for at least twenty second and dry them thoroughly. • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser if hand washing facilities are not available. • Avoid close contact with sick people.
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Several pools at Stadium 2000 are closed. Photo: Supplied.
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Concerns about a section of ceiling at Stadium 2000 has closed several pools at the popular complex. The learn to swim pool, spa, sauna and steam room are all closed until further notice. A stadium spokesperson says there is no immediate danger to
pool users. “We have closed these area because of concerns about the ceiling above them and want to ensure there is zero risk to pool users and our staff.” Swimming lessons will be moved to the leisure pool, so space for public swimming will be restricted.
Early lambs wearing woolen jumpers at a Pelorus farm. Photo: Supplied. Early lambs in Pelorus are getting a helping hand from their elder brethren. Lambs from the Templeman farm, up the Maungatapu Valley near Pelorus Bridge,
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Well read: Marlborough captivated by bookfest A candid conversation between “literary genius” Elizabeth Knox and Radio New Zealand broadcaster Kim Hill was one of many highlights of the Marlborough Book Festival over the weekend. Knox, the author of The Vintner’s Luck and The Absolute Book, revealed she is writing her memoir, which may or may not see the light of day, and shared stories and insights from her life. The literary star and the famous broadcaster were relaxed and in the mood for fun as they captivated the capacity audience in the Whitehaven Room at the ASB Theatre in Blenheim during a wide-ranging conversation. Knox was one of 13 authors who spoke over the course of the weekend entertaining and inspiring book lovers from Marlborough and beyond. Committee member Sonia O’Regan says there were many highlights. “It was extraordinary to hear the authors sharing their stories and the insights in their conversations with the interviewers. The foyer was buzzing with people as they came out of the sessions, and lots of people took the chance to buy books and have them signed by the authors.”
Author Elizabeth Knox at the popular festival at the weekend. Photo. Jim Tannock Photography. There was strong demand for tickets. About 1300 tickets sold approximately 80 percent of those available - and seven sessions sold out. About 20 percent of the guests were from out of town, with groups and individuals travelling from Auckland and Christchurch and other places to be here, she says.
“But beyond the economic impact, I spoke to people who said hearing the authors inspired them to want to read more and even try their hand at writing. And on another level, the authors’ personal stories were inspiring and thought provoking.” A schoolteacher who was attending the festival for the sixth time says she regularly draws on
advice from author Joy Cowley who spoke at the festival in 2015. “So we hope that conversations from this event are still having an impact long into the future too,” Sonia says. The weekend is a special one for the authors too, with several commenting on the hospitality of the book festival. “Since we started in 2014 we
have aimed to ensure our writers – many of them our literary heroes – have time to enjoy this place and its people, but also to spend time with each other and forge relationships. It’s our way of saying thanks.” More than one author noted that any day they got to have breakfast with Dame Fiona Kidman – who spoke twice at the weekend – is a pretty amazing day. On Friday two of the authors spoke at schools - Associate Professor Rebecca Priestley, from Victoria University of Wellington, talked to 80 Marlborough Girls’ College students about Antarctica and climate change and Jonathan King talked to Bohally Intermediate students about his work as a comic artist. The festival is made possible by support from sponsors and funders Rātā, Pelorus and the Marlborough District Council. Rātā Foundation made a grant of $6,478 towards the festival and chief executive Leighton Evans says the community-led festival makes a hugely positive contribution to the Marlborough region by engaging people of all ages in the community and fostering the joy of both reading and writing, connecting people to people and promoting the power of story-telling.
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NEWS Murder accused keep name suppression: Two men accused of murdering RSE worker Hiko Lynch in central Blenheim have retained name suppression. A 37-year-old Wellington man and a 33-year-old Auckland man appeared at court on Friday accused of the alleged stabbing on Market Street in the early hours of June 20. Six other men have been jointly charged with behaving in a disorderly manner on Market St. Cupcakes for kitties: A popular cupcake fundraiser is back raising vital funds for vulnerable animals. The SPCA is calling for people to take part by baking cupcakes to raise money for lifesaving medication, surgeries and ongoing care as kitten season rolls around. The fundraiser takes place on Monday 2 August. Sign up at www.spca.nz/cupcakeday.
Community spirit fosters hope Paula Hulburt Editor
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A charity helping foster children has seen a long-term dream come true-thanks to some caring Marlborough companies. Two years ago, children’s charity Foster Hope were running out of room. A call went out to the community and on Wednesday, a huge storage shed was finally put in place. For Marlborough Foster Hope co-ordinator Leonie McLachlan it was a special day. “It will much such a big difference to Foster Hope and I’m so grateful to all the businesses who donated time, money and materials. “They have done such a wonderful thing for us and I’m truly very thankful.” After reading an article in a 2019 edition of the Marlborough Weekly, Smart Alliances director Richard Evans knew he wanted to help. He put a proposal together and approached other businesses to get them on board too. Smart Alliances donated the design structure and worked on the consents along with Marlborough District Council. The shed came courtesy of Picton ITM while Dawson Aluminium did the joinery
The new shed is carefully lowered into place in a Blenheim garden. Photo: Supplied. for the door and Mitre 10 supplied the internal shelving. T&D Construction took care of building construction on site and Hydralift Crane and Hiab lifted the new arrival into place.
Director Dan Wallace says it was a pleasure to help such a deserving group. “Hydralift Crane and Hiab is very happy to be involved and able to offer our expertise to get this small building into site
for Leonie and Foster Hope. “We know that Leonie has given so much time and care to so many kids and families in need here in Marlborough for a long, long time; they are incredibly caring giving people.”
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‘Finz up’ for training centre Peter Jones Reporter
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A proposal to convert the existing Council-owned sports administration building at Lansdowne Park into a High Performance Training Centre (HPTC) received the full support of the Council’s Assets & Services Committee last week. The Tasman Rugby Union tabled the proposal to lease the former St Johns building on the eastern side of the Lansdowne Park car park. The Union will fund the design and fit out for the “athletefocussed facility” and also plan to offer it for use by other sporting codes. Still subject to approval by the full Council, the concept has been agreed in principle although the license terms will still need to be negotiated. Graeme Taylor, Brand Ambassador for the Tasman Mako, said this was an exciting project to add to all the other exciting things happening at Lansdowne Park. The new Sportshub facility at Lansdowne Park is scheduled for completion in September. The current sports administration
Council’s Assets & Services Committee chair, Councillor Nadine Taylor and Tasman Mako Brand Ambassador Graeme Taylor at Lansdowne Park earlier this year where a new athlete-focussed facility is planned to benefit Marlborough’s high performance athletes. Photo: Supplied. activities which currently operate from the building will have a new home in the Sportshub once completed. Assets & Services Committee chair councillor Nadine Taylor
said the High Performance Training Centre was a fantastic initiative that would help keep talented young sports people in Marlborough. “As Marlburians, we all watch with
pride when we see the ‘finz up’ on the sporting stage. The Council is pleased to partner with the Tasman Rugby Union in supporting this proposal,” she said. “We also appreciate Tasman
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Rugby is prepared to take a Marlborough view and provide for other sporting codes within this facility.” Tasman RFU chair Wayne Young said the HPTC would help “even up the playing field” for local players aspiring to make the Tasman Mako and would make Marlborough a more desirable location for professional sports people. “Our vision is to include as many professional sports as possible. We see it as an opportunity to get everyone engaged,” he said. Tasman Mako assistant coach Gray Cornelius said the Tasman Mako had been part of the region for 16 years now. “We all get a big kick out of seeing local players make it on the big stage – we want to make sure that we can continue to see that happen. “One thing that a high performance athlete can control is their strength and conditioning,” he said. “Success breeds success,” he said, noting that a similar facility in Nelson is constantly in use. “This will be a place of belonging. For our players this is a place they can come and get better. To be the best that they can be.” “It will be the icing on the Lansdowne Park cake,” he added.
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Time to shine for NZ eight Peter Jones Reporter
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As the New Zealand rowing team draw closer to their date with destiny at the Tokyo Olympics, Marlborough oarsman Tom Murray feels the men’s eight are “right on track” to perform strongly at the global showpiece. On Saturday morning, around 1am, Tom and the Kiwi rowers flew out to Japan and their bid for gold at the XXXII Olympiad. With the Kiwi team’s preparation limited to in-house racing, apart from two races at the “Last Chance Regatta” in Europe earlier this year, it is hard to get a line on their current form, especially compared to their main rivals. But, based on prognostics, the Kiwi eight are travelling well, says Tom. “We are right on track. We had a big hit-out on Saturday. It was a session that suited us and it got everyone’s confidence up … which is cool, good fun.
“We don’t take our foot off the pedal for another couple of weeks … we are still just trying to hammer ourselves down so we have got some room to freshen up. “It doesn’t feel like we are nailing everything, but I guess at this point we don’t want to be doing everything right just yet.” There has been a minor seating change in the eight with Tom, usually a bowman, moving to the three seat. “It is a new seat for me,” explains Tom, “but it didn’t take long to get used to. “I have spent most of my life in bow seat in whichever boat I was in, so this is quite exciting. I like three seat, I can just put my head down and go to work which is quite liberating when you are in a situation with a lot going on.” Arriving in Japan two weeks before they race gives the NZ rowers an opportunity to come to grips with the summer conditions and make last-minute adjustments. On arrival the Kiwis based themselves at Lake Biwa, south of Tokyo.
Tom Murray, at left, and the NZ eight prior to their departure for Tokyo. Photo: Rowing NZ. “You are not allowed to enter the village until four or five days before you start racing so we have a training base set up … we will head directly there and be on the water straight away. We will be there for around 10 days,” said Tom. “We have been doing some heat acclimatisation over the last three weeks. We just heat up the gym … crank it up to mid30 degrees and upwards of 80 percent humidity, just trying to prepare for the heat and particularly the humidity which will be a big factor in Japan. “That is why it will be good to
spend a few days in Biwa to get used to the conditions away from prying eyes, we’ll just be by ourselves there.” Rowing is one of the earlier events on the Olympic schedule, with the men’s and women’s eights scheduled to begin their campaign with heats on Sunday, July 25. The finals are on Friday, July 30. One aspect of the Olympic build-up has been repeated COVID testing, with Tom losing track of the number of tests he has undergone in recent weeks. “We had one yesterday and
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Rangers rack up a hat-trick Peter Jones
Three goals in each half propelled Rangers AFC to a comfortable win over Nelson Suburbs Development in Nelson on Saturday. The Marlborough side maintained their position at the top of the Nelson division one table with a 6-1 victory at Saxton Fields. Player/coach Tore Waechter opened the scoring, taking full advantage of a superb chip into space behind the defence by his brother Bjorn in midfield. The next two goals came from Adam Rose, the lofty striker bagging the first with a clever backheel. Up 3-0 at the break, Rangers continued to dominate and although they had a penalty saved early in the second stanza, Keagan Mortimer chipped the keeper for their fourth, then Jono
Call Care Hotspurs striker Francisco Zimmerman goes onto the attack at Athletic Park as Redwood’s Julian Adamson gives chase. Photo: Peter Jones. Masters came off the bench to bag their fifth with his left foot. A defensive lapse allowed Suburbs to pull one back, ironically scored by Carl
Connor-McClean who was part of the Rangers squad last season. Then it was left to Dylan Endersby to score Rangers’ sixth, his first for the side, as the visitors
finished in style. Suburbs relied on a long-ball attack, which was well handled by the Rangers’ defence, while the tireless Mortimer, Bjorn Waechter and Rose, who provided a welcome target up front, impressed on attack. Next week Rangers are at home against Richmond, one of their closest rivals. Meanwhile, BV Bullets went down 3-1 to the table-topping Richmond Foxes side at A&P Park on Saturday. Both goalkeepers were kept busy as chances were readily created at both ends. The home side scored first, Lea Poletti hitting the target after just six minutes. Four minutes later the scores were level, Foxes’ Jenny Harvey netting a rebound. The visitors went in front with 10 minutes to play in the half, Maryann Cant chipping the keeper.
Foxes added a third soon after the restart, before BV rallied and began to look dangerous once more. The midfield combination of Tessa Hyland and Tiana Williams created some promising opportunities but the home side were unable to convert that to goals. Player of the day was shared between Maddie Rowe and Alicia McLeod in defence for BV. Meanwhile, the Knockout Cup semifinalists have been found after four decisive victories at the weekend. Defending champs Central Wolves downed Rangers Development 6-1, BV Masters accounted for Picton 5-2, Call Care Trojans beat Central Buccaneers 4-2 while Call Care Hotspurs overcame Redwood 9-2. In next week’s semifinals Wolves meet BV Masters and Trojans play clubmates Hotspurs.
Tokomaru back in the premier netball frame Peter Jones Reporter
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Reigning premier netball champions Tokomaru Crafar Crouch showed they are still a force in this year’s competition with a gritty victory over Harlequins at Stadium 2000 on Tuesday. Toko downed Harlequins 4642 in a see-sawing encounter, the sides separated by just one goal at the three-quarter mark. With their circle defensive duo of Michaela Boaz and Geneva Hoggard showing the way the Picton crew took
control in the final 15 minutes to create a margin that Quins could not bridge, although they picked up a bonus point for their efforts. While Toko’s defence stood tall, their offence was based around the efforts of everreliable shooter Gemma Hika who dropped in a remarkable 34 goals from 35 attempts. Harlequins were in this one all the way through, especially after starting strongest and pushing out to a six-goal lead at the end of the first quarter. At the centre of their efforts were wing attack Ella Donald, plus attackers Kelsee
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Hamilton, Bridget Gane and Simone Pedersen. The evening’s opening encounter involved Pelorus, who lead the competition standings, against mixed side Tokomaru Picton Motordrome, who are ineligible for points and have gone unbeaten so far this season. This would be their toughest test so far with Pelorus showing improvement each week and it turned into a battle royal. Toko drew the first quarter, won the second by five, the third by one then drew the final stanza for a 48-42
victory, but were made to work for every point. The evening’s other match saw Marlborough Girls’ College come away with a comfortable win over Awatere. The students, most of whom played on Friday night then for the under-18 rep side in Nelson on Sunday, battled early for accuracy and rhythm but ultimately forged a 59-33 result. Standings: Pelorus 12, MGC 8, Tokomaru Crafar Crouch 3, Harlequins 3, Awatere 0.
Tokomaru midcourter Ellen Barr in action on Tuesday. Photo: Peter Jones.
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Young NZ side too slick for Tasman Peter Jones Reporter
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Demonstrating a full range of rugby skills, the New Zealand under-20 team proved too strong for the Tasman High Performance XV at Lansdowne Park on Sunday afternoon. Pace, physicality, off-loading skills and passing precision combined to propel the national team to a comprehensive 40-5 victory. The visitors showed the benefit of a couple of matches together with an irresistible opening burst. Utilising a reliable line-out and dominant scrum, the Under-20s used lightning-quick ball from a succession of phases to create gaps from which they scored twice in the first 15 minutes. A clean break by midfielder Corey Evans put the speedy Jacob RatumaitavukiKneepkens in at the corner, then highly-impressive lock Josh Lord crashed over near the posts. Starved of possession the local side were left chasing shadows as the NZ side added a third from a forward charge close to the line then bagged their fourth just before halftime, first five Aidan Morgan the scorer this time. Three conversions to winger Chay Fihaki gave the visitors a 26-0 lead at the break, reflecting
their superiority at most phases of the game and their improved teamwork. The second half told a different story however, the Tasman HP side gaining parity through most of the early stages. The home side scored their first points after 55 minutes when winger Timoci “Jim” Tavatavanawai thrilled the local crowd by dotting down in the corner after beating the final defender with a left foot step. With the game assuming a more even pattern several of the Tasman players began to show their wares. Halfback Louie Chapman and skipper Jacob Norris, at flanker, became prominent, along with midfielders Tim O’Malley and the blockbusting Levi Aumua, fullback Taine Robinson and No 8 Taina Fox-Matamua, especially on defence. The game was halted midway through the second stanza to allow promising prop Kershawl Sykes-Martin, who suffered a serious ankle injury, to be transferred to an ambulance. After the restart, and with Tasman emptying their bench, the NZ lads upped the ante again, finishing with a couple of well-constructed tries to inflate the scoreline, taking the gloss off what was a much improved second half effort by the locals.
Tasman winger Timoci Tavatavanawai was one of the most incisive backs on display at Lansdowne Park on Sunday. Photo: Peter Jones. Among the many shining lights in the NZ side were the 9/10 pairing of halfback Cortez Lee Ratima and Aidan Morgan while Fihaki, Evans and fullback Ruben Love were always threatening on attack. Up front, hooker Soane Vikena, Lord, plus loosies Sean Withy and Anton Segner impressed. Tasman XV coach Gray Cornelius was impressed by the NZ side’s play, especially in the first 40, and said that, despite the lopsided scoreline, he and his fellow selectors had got what they had
hoped for out of the encounter. “It was a big chance for us to look at some individuals playing at that next level … their off-load game once they got in behind us killed us. We didn’t manage to get any ball in the first half, and they were able to play on top of us. It’s pretty hard tracking back when they have the sort of athletes they have. They were clinical.” Gray said that when Tasman managed to build phases and hold onto the ball in the second half they looked a lot better. “We went back to trying to go through
them and were just a bit more physical.” He mentioned the efforts of Tavatavanawai, Willie Havili at first five and lock Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta as stand-outs. Next up Tasman play Canterbury in Hanmer on July 23 as they build into their NPC campaign. Scorers: NZ Under-20 40 (Jacob R atu m ait av u k i - Kn e e pke ns , Josh Lord, Soane Vikena, Aidan Morgan, Zach Gallagher, Peter Lakai tries, Chay Fihaki 5 con) Tasman 5 (Timoci Tavatavanawai try). HT: 26-0
Wins for Central, Waitohi, MBC Peter Jones Reporter
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Central’s premier rugby team maintained their unbeaten record against Marlborough opposition this season with a narrow 1714 victory over Renwick at Lansdowne Park on Saturday. Saturday’s game, the first of three round-robin fixtures in the Marlborough sub-union competition, leading into semifinals and a final, was a closely-fought, see-sawing affair. Central scored first, prop Tino Vakaloa powering over after seven minutes. However, Renwick replied immediately following the restart, flanker Cody Weir producing a spectacular solo effort. Both were converted as the game settled into an even arm-wrestle. Both sides struggled with continuity, Central suffering lineout issues and Renwick battling with poor optiontaking and passing inaccuracy.
The match’s third try came against the run of play, Renwick’s Alex Barnsley intercepting a pass as the Blues swept onto attack and scampering 45m to touch down under the posts. Michael Dillon’s second conversion saw the Green Machine go to halftime with a 14-7 advantage. Central’s reply came soon after the break, Nigel Satherley crossing under the sticks after a concerted period of pressure from the home side. Ethan Jones’ second conversion saw the scores tied again. As the match went on play became scrappier, both sides spurning clear-cut chances to ice the result. Eventually Central decided to break the deadlock with a penalty attempt, which Jones converted from 40m, setting up a frantic finish by the visitors. Best of the visitors was No 8 Isaiah Miller, Weir, locks Atunaisa Taufa and Jaydn Holdaway, midfielder Kyle Marfell and fullback Dillon. Front rowers Lockie McCormick,
plus Tino and Peter Vakaloa impressed for the Blues, along with lock Jack Powell, flanker Ollie Lawson and skipper Jake Cresswell in midfield. Meanwhile in Picton, Waitohi began their push for local honours with a 34-15 win over the Awatere/ Moutere combined side. The first half at Endeavour Park was a tit-for-tat battle, ending 1715 to the home side. The Tohis seized the initiative early in the second spell, winning a few key moments and “staring to click” according to player/ coach Jimmy Giles. Hooker Taimi Fangatua scored twice for the home side, who also got good service out of Tiare and Karlos Tautari, winger Gannon Karena and loosie Taine Cragg-Love. Corey Bovey proved invaluable from the tee, booting 14 points. In the Marlborough division two competition, leaders Central were beaten 35-33 by Renwick, the Green Machine sealing the deal
Renwick No 8 Isaiah Miller on the burst. Photo: Peter Jones. with the last kick of the match. In other games, Waitohi downed MBC Old Boys 13-12 and Awatere accounted for Havelock 58-8. In Nelson on Saturday, the Marlborough Boys’ College First XV survived a stern challenge from Waimea Combined, grinding out a 34-18 victory. Skipper Kyren Taumoefolau led the way for the visitors, picking up a hat-trick of tries. He scored the game’s first five-
pointer, which was soon followed by a second to hooker Kobe MacDougall as MBC went to halftime with a narrow advantage. MBC struck straight after the break as Taumoefolau sliced through some weak defence for his second. However, Waimea responded immediately through an interception before Taumoefolau bagged his third. The visitors then sealed the deal through a try to Cooper Roberts.
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