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Nelson’s big slow down Sara Hollyman

Nelson’s CBD and a host of the city’s streets could soon have the speed limit reduced to 30kmh or lower, depending on how the changes are received by the

public. Nelson City Council voted during Thursday’s infrastructure committee meeting to put a proposal to lower the speed limits of the CBD inside the four ringroads, and 36 residential streets,

out for public consultation. They also agreed to include reducing Selwyn Place to 40kmh, pending further data gathering, despite it not being initially included in the proposal. The 36 streets, named by council

as ‘home zones’, include Stanley and Fifeshire Crescents, both popular routes for peak time traffic ‘rat-runners’ and Monaco’s Point Rd. Council’s manager transport and solid waste, Margaret Parfitt, says

the 36 streets were considered appropriate for a speed limit reduction because they lack a footpath on either side of the road.

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Front row bros Jonty Dine When the McDougall brothers pack down a scrum it is not only their club’s pride on the line, but their family’s, too. In what is a first in the club’s 75-year history, Marist are fielding four brothers in one team and they happen to wear numbers one to four on their backs. Duncan, Isaac, Patrick and James McDougall all play for the division two side as prop, hooker, prop and lock respectively. They say being in the front row adds that bit of extra pressure. “If you get smashed in the scrum, a little bit of your manhood is gone, but with three of us, if we get demolished it's family pride lost as well,” says Isaac. Isaac says the last thing they want is for opposition to be able to say, “we dominated those McDougall boys today,” but thankfully that has yet to happen. The sibling rivalry translates well to the footy field. Duncan, Isaac, Patrick and James (at back) McDougall. Photo: Jonty Dine

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Nelson’s big slow down FROM PAGE 1 She acknowledged there were other streets that hadn’t been considered because they didn’t meet the criteria but says a city-wide speed management plan is set to be introduced next year. The proposed changes were seen to be “quick wins” under the current Speed Limit Bylaw that could be implemented as soon as October, following public consultation. The speed limit within the city’s ring roads was reduced to 30kmh during lockdown due to social distancing rules, but

had to be restored back to 50kmh following the country's move back to Level 1. Ministry of Transport data presented to council during the meeting showed that in the five years from 2015, there had been 60 police reported crashes on the streets inside the cities ring roads. Of these, three resulted in serious injury, 13 in minor injury and 44 reported no injuries. Nine of the crashes involved pedestrians, including one serious injury, and seven involved cyclists. While speed was not the cause of any of these

crashes, speed could be a factor in the outcome. The data also showed the risk of serious injury or death for pedestrians hit by cars increased by more than 30 per cent between 30kmh and 50kmh. “The main thing I want you to understand is, although our crash history doesn’t necessarily show speed as a cause of many crashes, the outcome of crashes is certainly determined by the speed involved,” Margaret told the committee. Consultation will open to the public on 13 July.

Streets that are proposed to have their speed limit dropped Airlie Street Albert Road Allan Street Arrow Street extension. Athol Street Atmore Terrace Avon Terrace Beachville Crescent Brook Terrace Cherry Ave Champion Terrace Cleveland Terrace (from Manuka Street to Atmore including Mayroyd Terrace) Clouston Terrace Endeavour Street Fifeshire Crescent Fountain Place (10-24) Grenville Terrace Hanby Park

Hampden Street West (from Wigzell Park to walkway) Harbour Terrace King Street Larges Lane Martin Street Mayroyd Terrace Moncrieff Avenue Montcalm Street Mt Pleasant Ave Omaio Village (Railway Reserve) Poynters Crescent Point Road (Monaco) Queens Road (106-130) Rainer Street Rangiora Terrace Rimu Street Ronaki Terrace Stanley Crescent

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Poppy wrongfully impounded, says owner Jonty Dine

testimony, Jodie also sent verification from her vet that Poppy was not the dog in the photo. “Council didn’t listen and still wouldn’t release her.” Poppy also acts as a support animal for Jodie who suffers

got out of the property and someone called council to Reporter complain. jonty@nelsonweekly.co.nz This was later upgraded to A Nelson woman says her ‘dangerous’ after an encounter rottweiler was wrongfully with a police officer entering impounded for over a week her property. in what she describes as the Jodie fears this latest incident culmination of years of will give council the discrimination against reasoning needed to put her dog. Poppy down. Jodie le Frantz says on However, Jodie will not June 24 she had five police give up without a fight. officers and two Nelson “My animals are City Council workers everything to me.” show up to her home to Council says Jodie had not remove her eight-year-old taken the proper channels rottweiler, Poppy. to get Poppy back. Poppy is completely blind, Environmental has diabetes, and had not Management group spent a night away from manager Clare Barton her owner in over five says part of council’s role years. under the Dog Control Dog control were Act is to adopt a policy following up on a on dog control that has complaint about a similar regard to minimising looking dog which the danger, distress approached and barked Jodie le Frantz with her dog Poppy. and nuisance to the at a woman the previous Photo: Supplied. community posed by week. dogs. However, the complainant has from PTSD. "Council’s dog control policy vehemently stated the dog was She was not released until is designed with dogs, their not Poppy. Saturday, July 4. owners and the safety of the “I was blamed for it, she Jodie says council’s crusade general public in mind." contacted council, from there against Poppy has been going Clare says she cannot comment they thought it was me from the on for years. on the individual case as it photos,” says Jodie. Poppy was classified as is now the subject of legal As well as the complainant’s ‘menacing’ in 2015 when she proceedings.

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Nelson's volunteer ambulance provides vital support Sara Hollyman A Nelson ambulance is now being run solely by volunteers, meaning St John can now help more people across the region. The introduction of a double-crewed staffing initiative has allowed St John to send two paid staff members on callouts, instead of relying on a volunteer to buddy with paid staff. Instead of adding a third person to callouts, the volunteers seized the opportunity to add another resource to the team, by manning their own ambulance. Nelson Bays territory and manager Anne-Maree Harris says it’s been fantastic to give the volunteers the extra resource and get them on the roster. “Normally there has been one paid officer paired with one volunteer, but we’ve transitioned into two volunteers so that means one of them need to be the clinical lead.” Before the initiative rollout, volunteers were locked into a 12-hour shift, something manager Anne-Maree says is not practical for many people. “The work-life balance is very important and, if you add in a volunteer component

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St John volunteers Lisa Anderson, Kerry Gentleman and John WallaceThexton. Photo: Sara Hollyman. to that, people are busy, so this allows that flexibility.” She says the change has also meant acknowledging the skillset that the volunteers have and saying, “you can do this”. “Of course, they’ve been supported with more training but it’s getting rid of their

self-doubt and saying ‘you can do this’, you’ve been doing it it’s just a slight change.” St John volunteer Lisa Anderson says it means having another whole ambulance ready to respond, which leads to less waiting time for ambulances to get to jobs. John Wallace-Thexton has been a volunteer first responder for eight years and enjoys being able to get out and support sports matches and events. “I was out at my son’s rugby game one day and somebody got injured and nobody knew what they were doing and I thought ‘well, I know first aid but now I just want to be able to have some kit and go out there and do something’, so I signed up.” The extra ambulance has meant that the volunteer team can now get out to more of these community events. “The reason they volunteer is they want to give back to their community and pay it forward, it’s been really rewarding for me to see them smile when they get in that vehicle and they enjoy their shift,” says Anne-Maree. “We need them, St. John wouldn’t be functioning without our volunteers.”

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‘Streets for people’ receives $1 million: Nelson City Council’s ‘City Centre Streets for People’ project has received a funding opportunity from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency. The project is part of an investigation into how to improve pedestrian safety, visitor experience, consumer spending and activity in Nelson’s city centre. As part of the project, the public were recently surveyed on options to widen Trafalgar, Hardy and Bridge Streets which attracted more than 600 submissions.

Holidays happenings at market: There is plenty happening at the Nelson Farmers Market on 8 and 15 July as part of their mid-winter school holiday promotions. There will be cooking demonstrations from 11:30am - 12:30pm, challenges to ‘eat solely’ from the market, and a new co-op stall. The market has also launched its own loyalty card in which, after eight visits, you will receive a five-dollar voucher. The market operates every Wednesday in Kirby Lane from 8am - 1.30pm.

Old parking meters sold for charity: Nelson’s old ‘lollipop’ parking meters have sold like hot cakes in a fundraising move sparked by a Nelson City Council staff member. The council has installed new pay-by-plate meters and a spokesperson says 150 of the old meters sold in less than 24 hours, raising $1500 for the Fifeshire Foundation. Some purchasers have plans to turn them into whimsical garden ornaments and lamp bases.

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A Nelson theatre company is in a “deep hole” after losing over $15k worth of ticket profits, due to their ticketing agent collapsing. The Nelson Youth Theatre Company is just one organisation that has been left out of pocket after Ticket Rocket, formally known as TicketDirect, folded recently.

Approximately 666 tickets to their shows Mamma Mia and Shrek Jr at the Theatre Royal had been sold through Ticket Rocket, and director, Richard Carruthers says it is “very unlikely” they will ever see the money for those tickets again. “With all the companies seeking refunds, our little $15k is probably way at the bottom of the chain.” Richard says they will “absolutely” be honouring

every ticket sold through Ticket Rocket to their patrons for the two shows, which are both on these school holidays. “People who purchased their tickets before the start of last week can rest assured, they still have that seat booked and paid for. “The theatre is now using Eventfinda as their ticketing agent, so all future bookings are secure, too.” Richard says what they really need now is for the community

to help them get past the loss and come along to their shows. As well as Mamma Mia and Shrek Jr, they will also be performing Moana Jr and All Shook Up later in the year. “The only way we can get the money back is through bigger ticket sales. Get your friends together, come to a show and spread the word.” To learn more about their current shows and book a ticket, go to www. theatreroyalnelson.co.nz

BAY DREAMS BACK FOR 2021: The first line-up for Bay Dreams Nelson 2021 has been announced. it includes a host of Kiwi and Australian acts including Grammy-award winning Flume (pictured), Pendulum Trinity, Peking Duk (DJ Set), Katchafire, Sachi, L.A.B and George Maple. Bay Dreams will return to Trafalgar Park for the third year running on Tuesday, January 5. General tickets go on sale on Thursday, 16 July at 7pm. Photo: Supplied.

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Nelson Future Access has presented three long-term options for Nelson’s transport woes. Not all of these will be submitted for funding and Waka Kotahi NZTA want your help to decide which package or combination of packages will work best for Nelson and the surrounding region. Over the next three weeks Sara Hollyman looks into what each of the tabled options will mean for Nelson. Coastal Corridor Widening Package AKA widening Rocks Rd Cost: $500-540 million This package would see State Highway 6, Rocks Rd, significantly widened to include four lanes for general traffic to use 24/7 between the Annesbrook and Haven Rd roundabouts. The option would make Rocks Rd more resilient to climate change and a 5-metre walking and cycling facility would be separated from traffic by landscaping and parking. A panel of specialists, experienced in transport planning, environmental impacts, urban design, economic, heritage and culture say that this option would provide extra capacity for traffic. It would reduce traffic pressure on Waimea Rd and would mean more reliable journey times into the city. However, it is not without negatives. Apart from being the

costliest of the three options at between $500 and $540 million, it would create negative impacts for people living along the route with access to their properties becoming more difficult and more property frontage impacts than the other packages. It would also be more difficult to cross Rocks Rd and access the waterfront as well as other key destinations along Tāhunanui Drive. Nelson City councillor Matt Lawrey, who has long been an advocate for an improved walking and cycleway around Rocks Rd, says he doesn’t understand why it has been put forward as an option. “Maybe NZTA comes back with more detail that makes me think ‘wow, I didn’t think of that’, but what they’re presenting at the moment I don’t think it is politically or economically tenable. “No one wants that (four lanes on Rocks Rd) for a start, it’s phenomenally expensive,

it would face massive legal challenges. I think NZTA said it was to give completeness so people can see they’ve thought about all these options but personally I don’t think it’s going to fly, pushing everyone down there doesn’t really make much sense.” Waka Kotahi regional director relationships, Jim Harland, says the proposal is realistic in the sense that it does meet transport need and it has been raised in the past as a possibility. “We haven’t made any decision and we thought it was important to say that if you were to make that route more useable for longterm growth then you need more roading transport capacity.” Feedback so far on the public forum is mixed for this proposal and includes arguments both for and against, including labelling the proposal “lunacy” and “the only viable option”. To have your say go to www. nzta.govt.nz/projects/nelsonfuture-access-project

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Funding injection for Nelson's Maitai River Staff Reporter

John and Debbie Smail met at a dance in Nelson in the 1950s – 65 years on their love is still strong. Photo: Charles Anderson.

Secrets of love 65 years on Charles Anderson They met at a dance in Nelson and she thought he was a pretty good dancer. “So she says,” says John Smail, now 90-years-old. Last week he and his wife Debbie celebrated 65 years of marriage in the region they lived their whole life. They both worked at Kirkpatrick’s – a canning factory that was a major

employer in Nelson. John was the chief engineer. The couple had four children and built two cottages by hand. “We never had any power, we did it ourselves.” John was recently admitted to Nelson Tasman Hospice, where they were surrounded with family and friends for their anniversary. However, John was looking forward to going to a care facility

this week. Debbie says the secret of their marriage was “working together”. “My mother once said, ‘don’t go to bed until the argument is settled’. But we only had about six in all our married life.” Debbie says the pair have had a good life. “We have travelled well and we have a wonderful family. But we just take one day at a time.”

Nelson City Council has received funding of $1.7 million to implement an ecological restoration plan for the Maitai/Mahitahi River catchment ecosystem. The boost comes from the ‘Jobs for Nature’ projects fund, a programme of work administered by the Ministry for the Environment, which seeks to address major environmental needs and create employment to stimulate New Zealand’s postCovid economy. The Maitai River Ecological Restoration Plan is one of 23 council projects that were announced on Sunday by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern that will create over 2000 jobs. The plan will see 125,000 plants go in the ground, 24 hectares of land managed for weed control and eight kilometres of riparian planting, as well as the development of wetlands and further improvement to habitats The intended outcomes are enhanced water quality, a reduction in weeds, habitat improvement, the

preservation of indigenous tree and plant species and the development of a food corridor that will support movement of native bird species. Mayor Rachel Reese says the funding will support the continued restoration of the river, at the same time as creating 30 jobs over five years. “The Maitai/Mahitahi River flows through the lives of Nelsonians - it is entwined with who we are and how we live in this city. What could be better than the people of Nelson working on a project to give this beautiful river even greater care and attention. I know these jobs will be highly valued and those working will also have the satisfaction of mahi that will make a real difference to the environment.” She says the funding injection will provide a huge opportunity to accelerate work that the council already had planned and progresses the objectives of national policy statements for freshwater management and indigenous biodiversity.

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Nelson residents have an opportunity to help plan a vibrant city by having a say in their future transport network. We have come up with three long-term packages of improvements and want your help to decide which package or combination of packages will work best for Nelson and the surrounding region. For more information go to: www.nzta.govt.nz/projects/nelson-future-access-project

Meet the project team and find out more at our drop-in sessions Saturday 11 July, 8am to 1pm Nelson Market, Montgomery Square, Nelson Wednesday 15 July, drop in anytime between 3pm and 7pm Victory Community Centre, Totara Street, Nelson Thursday 16 July, drop in anytime between 3pm and 7pm Beachside Conference and Events Centre at the Tahunanui Beach Holiday Park, 70 Beach Road, Tahunanui

NEWS Raising money for breast cancer: A Pink Ribbon high tea at Oceano at the Rutherford Hotel on 19 July will raise funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. The event runs from 11am - 1pm and is being organised by Hardik Ahuja and Raina Bawa who say the money will help fund ground-breaking work

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Repair cafe comes to Tāhunanui church Kate Russell Reporter

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Kerri Ardern has been sewing since she was nine years old. Now, she is now looking forward to teaching others her craft at Nelson’s very first repair cafe. Aptly named ‘Silver Service Repair Cafe’, the new community initiative for senior citizens will be held weekly at the Tāhunanui Community Church from 21 July. “The idea is good,” says Kerri. “Lots of people don’t know how to sew and I’ll be happy to teach them how to mend things.” And it's not just sewing, according to co-ordinator Atje Faber. “We are envisioning that there will be physical repairs - fixing bikes, sewing on buttons, putting in screws, checking electrical equipment, cooking for one classes, mending and darning socks - to name but a few,” she says. “We also envision there to be legal repair, emotional repair, neighbourhood repair, financial repair and spiritual repair.

Kerri Ardern will be bringing her sewing machine along to the Silver Service Repair Cafe. Photo: Kate Russell. It will be ‘cafe style’ where seniors can buy a coffee and a scone for a donation and stay for a soup lunch if they would like to be involved with the ‘sit and be fit’ session in the afternoon. Atje says there is already a lot of interest in the idea and people can just show up on the day. “No enrolment is necessary. If

we had five people turn up on the first day, that would be great - but I think we’ll do better.” The Silver Service Repair Cafe will be held every Tuesday at 9:30am from 21 July at the Tāhunanui Community Church at 61 Tāhunanui Drive. To find out more, contact Atje on 0272406302 or email tuiglen23@xtra.co.nz BEE CARD LAUNCHES

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A Nelson-based travelling music tour has been silenced for the foreseeable future after the truck the organist performs from hit a tree trunk on a narrow Wellington road. From us with Aroha (FOWA) is travelling the country in a truck, donated by Ewing Poultry, kitted out with an organ, lighting systems and LED screens, performing free onehour concerts to aged and palliative care homes. Organist Kemp English began the North Island leg of the tour late in June and had just performed the 10th Wellington concert. In a post on the organisation’s Facebook page, Kemp told followers

that on returning from the Karori concert the front corner of the truck, caught a large tree trunk on the side of the road. “The impact lifted the front of the truck off the road with quite a thump upon landing.” He says there was nothing the driver could do to avoid it as the street was narrow and there were oncoming cars. Kemp says the truck has a “mangled edge” and the side curtain would not open, so is out of commission, meaning they cannot perform again until it is fixed. Repairs are being undertaken with the hopes the truck could be back on the road by mid-next week, but Kemp says concert cancellations are “inevitable”, although the team is working hard to reschedule as many as possible.

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Staff Reporter Nelsonians will soon have a new way to pay when travelling by bus. From 3 August, passengers will be able to travel for less using the new Bee Card, which will replace the NBus Card. The Bee Card allows people to pay for their fares without using cash, access Nelson and Tasman’s cheapest bus fares and manage the money on several cards at once. The cards are available for free from 6 July to 31 October online at BeeCard.co.nz or at Nelson City Council’s customer service centre, regional public libraries and the SBL Bus Depot. Outside of the free period, Bee Cards cost $5. Council’s infrastructure committee chair Brian McGurk says the new Bee Card makes bus travel in the region smarter and easier. “There’s now no need to fish out a couple of dollars from behind the couch if you have forgotten to take out cash for the bus. It’s also more convenient than the NBus card as there is now an option to top up money online, this means our cheapest bus fares are now accessible to more people.” To top up a Bee Card online it needs to be registered at BeeCard.co.nz, as this will

Network Tasman’s consumers will receive a larger than usual discount credit on their July power bill.

Nelson City Council customer service officer Mike Wells with one of the new Bee Cards. Photo: Jonty Dine. also allow users to set up concessions and protect stored credit if a card is lost or stolen. All concessions are now managed through Bee Card and are either added to the card online or in person at a Bee Card retail outlet. There are no transaction fees for topping up a Bee Card. Council has also put in place measures to help people understand the new system, including demonstrations and drop-in sessions at libraries. There will be ambassadors riding the bus in the lead up to the card’s launch.

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Brian says it’s extremely important to council that everyone in Nelson is given the opportunity to use Bee Card. “Cash fares are still available, but travel is cheaper with Bee Card. We know this new system may be a challenge for some groups, but we have a fantastic customer service team working across Nelson and Tasman who are ready to help people with all aspects of getting and using a Bee Card. “This new technology can make life easier for everyone.”

Network Tasman has announced that it is bringing forward the first of the two discounts it pays consumers each year from October to July. In addition we will also increase the discount payable to all consumers this July to return the previously advised 4% line increase. We are very aware of the impact COVID-19 is having on the Nelson Tasman region and recognise that all of our consumers are affected by the pandemic. We are pleased to be able to increase and bring forward our discount payment during this challenging time. We had decided, before the COVID-19 pandemic, to increase our lines charges by 4% to reflect an increase in our costs. Given the difficult economic conditions, we think we are better positioned to absorb these costs than our consumers. Accordingly, we have decided to return this price increase to our consumers. Bringing forward and increasing our existing discount payment is the quickest and most direct way to offset this price increase. The total value of the discount paid in July will be increased by $1 million and will bring the total paid to $6.9 million. A second discount will be paid to consumers connected to the Network Tasman network in April next year. Further information on discounts More information about our discount is available on our website: www.networktasman.co.nz/consumer-discounts

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Your Voice Destructive anti roading agenda: How utterly irresponsible and farcical to suggest that additional roading would not make Nelson City more accessible. Whoever made that ridiculous statement is either from outside the district or is part of a local group that is hell bent on ensuring the future viability of the city is untenable. In case they hadn’t noticed, horse and cart days are over. Vibrant, modern, future-thinking local people want and need safe, modern roading that only the Southern Link can provide. Nelson City Council has plans in its archives showing an elevated six lane highway from Victory School to the port. This brilliant proposal must be revisited. The media has an obligation to give the positive side to the argument. No more bias reporting to suit agendas, and no more exposure to people like Bevan Woodward, who is having plenty to say in other local media channels against roading improvements in Nelson, but apparently has no compunction about destroying elegant historic homes in Auckland to provide a gentle gradient for freeloading cyclists. Citizens of Nelson, if you want to be relieved of the infuriating and very wasteful traffic volume that clearly will only get worse, go online, or go to your nearest library and make your point. Failure to provide additional roading will see Rocks and Waimea Roads

school they want to go to. Tracey Jackett

Modellers Pond: I fully support restoration/saving of the Modellers Pond. It appears to be common knowledge that the polluted condition of the pond results from a very poor decision by a previous Council to divert contaminated stormwater into the pond. The Council therefore has the responsibility to the ratepayers to restore the pool. It is not a question of cost or of what to do as an alternative, but a matter of carrying out the work. This requires firm Council leadership, commitment, reprioritising and action, without any further delay. Terry Doherty

Maybe like so many other places, people will need to move so they live in the zone for the schools they want their kids to go to. Brian Bishop

Nayland confirms zoning plans: Surely this proves there is demand for another coed high school in the NCC district? Victoria Thomas Ashcroft

How on earth can they widen Rocks Rd without destroying the jewel in Nelson’s crown? Christine Gabites

That’s a terrible idea. Gemma Todd Stupid! Everyone should have a choice which

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further develop into unpleasant corridors. Kerry Neal

There must be an option for girls and boys to attend a co-ed school. What if the traditional Nelson College option is not right for your son? What if your child is transgender? Surely the consultation on this will include what area should be included in the zone? Students living in central Nelson must have the option of a co-ed school. Suzie Beuker

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New routes won’t make Nelson more accessible: Build a tunnel. Gloria Lineham Build a bypass all the way to Wakefield over the hills with off ramps to Richmond, Hope, Brightwater and Wakefield … or are we going to continue to think small for the next 50 years while the population continues to grow? Rayon Mackenzie

I was told that back in about the 1970s. The option was on the table to do the bypass road, double lanes etc on St Vincent street over the Bishopdale Hill. Total cost back then was $165,000. This study that’s just been done possibly costs five times more than that and they are still no further ahead than they were five years ago - no, hang on, 50 years ago. Just hopeless. Steve Lawson Well, I'd suggest it's back to the drawing board then, and a solution is found that makes Nelson more accessible AND preserves our waterfront

and the hospital and valley communities. Isn't that why expert consultants are employed? Dennis Goodman It's not getting into Nelson that's the problem. It the way it disperses when it gets there. Jeremy Carston New parking meters go live: Great change, easy to use and much fairer than previous system. Good job, NCC. Angela Fitchett We had customers ringing us to say they were not coming to town, as they don't understand the new parking meters. It is hard for the elderly and those with bad eyesight. Why aren’t the parking guys out in force helping the people standing around the meters in the main street who are trying to work it out? Not everyone is app savvy. Sad for Nelson shopping. It’s been really busy up until this week… just saying. Jackie Blanchet It’s been sweet as. The world changes, technology advances. Get with it, and chill with the negativity. Allanya Misiepo A lot of people get scared before they've even looked at it. A lady in front of me was so stressed and wanted me to go first, but we did it together. Hopefully, she understands now. Saw a few instances of groups around the meters trying to work it out. Glenis Shaw

Nelson Matters Last week I made important progress in getting justice for victims of crime by offenders found insane. The driver for this change has been two very brave Nelson constituents, Wendy Hamer and Sarah Preece, both who have been to hell and back. Wendy was the victim of an attempted murder while working as a mental health nurse. The patient punched, kicked, stabbed and poured boiling water over her while openly proclaiming he would get off on an insanity plea. He did and was sent for psychiatric care in Christchurch. The law denied Wendy any victim’s rights such as being consulted or notified on his release. He soon

returned to Nelson, terrifying Wendy in a chance encounter at a supermarket. Wendy came to me for help over the chilling case and we organised “Wendy’s Petition” demanding change. Sarah Preece was violently raped in her Brook Valley home. The West Coast man had sought mental health help at Nelson Hospital’s emergency department, but walked out after hours of inattention. Sarah was a random victim who was subjected to a horrendous physical and sexual assault. His successful insanity plea meant Sarah had no legal right to a Victim Impact Statement nor any say on the conditions of his release.

A bizarre twist is the offender was entitled to Sarah’s personal health records but she could not access his on privacy grounds. The system wrongly favours the rights of offenders over victims. The number of defendants pleading insanity nationwide has soared from four in 2000 to now over 40 per year. There has been 38 cases involving murder or manslaughter since 2000 where the attacker has been not guilty by way of insanity. One of those cases was the killing of Colin Moyle by a paranoid schizophrenic who attacked him with boiling water, beat him with a shovel, poured petrol over him and sadistically watched him

I think I managed to punch the right buttons in for free hour, but weird not getting a ticket and I don't have mobile data to check the receipt and time. Wendy Davies

They are easy to use and there's still an hour free parking. I drive to Richmond from Nelson five days a week for work, so I'm quite happy to shop in Nelson on my days off. Richmond does have parking wardens, too. Marion Fawcett Love it, plenty of parking available now that workers don’t fill the lot. A win for all. Kevin Elder

Think I will stick to coins. What happens if your phone goes flat? I haven't tried them. I loved the easy one-hour free parking before. I’m never in town longer than that so it doesn't really affect me. I'd say it’s a bit daunting for some, all this fandangled new tech stuff. Nancy Holden Super easy. Loved using the app and getting a reminder when my parking is running out. Happy to spend my $$ in Nelson. Lucy Mitchell

Turning tyres into sandals: Great re-purposing idea. I wonder, have they thought of supplying college uniform shops? Jacqui Roche Awesome idea, go hard. Gina Young

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burn to death. Colin’s brother, Graeme Moyle, was appalled at the denial of his families’ rights as victims and has campaigned for reform through his Taupo National MP, Louise Upton. I have been working with Louise on these law changes. The Rights of Victims of Insane Offenders Bill introduced to Parliament last Thursday makes three changes. It amends the Crimes Act from “not guilty on account of insanity” to “proven but the defendant is not criminally responsible on account of insanity”. It amends the Victims Rights Act so these victims get the same rights as others. It amends the Mental Health Act

so victims are heard on decisions of detention, escorted leave and conditions of placement. I pay huge tribute to Wendy and Sarah for their courage to make society safer and fairer. I also thank the 1467 Nelsonians who signed Wendy’s petition. We are on the home straight but not there yet. I encourage supportive submissions to the Justice Select committee at ju@parliament.govt.nz, my office or my caravan at the Nelson Market. I am Deputy Chair of the Committee and will be doing all I can to have this law change in place by Christmas. Advert.

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Historic church saved by Quinnys Matt McCrorie Popular camping park Quinney’s Bush has taken on the historic neighbouring St. George's Church, and is currently undertaking a huge landscaping project to restore the gardens and natural surroundings of the church. The church, which was originally built in 1892, was the first Anglican Church in the rural area. The church was sold by the Anglican diocese towards the end of last year, to neighbouring Quinney’s Bush. Last year the diocese approached the community to try and come up with ideas with what to do with the old, historic building, which was seldom used. That’s when Mark Quinney knew he had to do something. “I thought, we can’t just let it rot. We have to look after it and look after the graves.” As well as being an important historic site and listed as a Category 2 Historic Site under Heritage New Zealand, the church also holds family significance for Mark and the Quinney family. “My grandparents are buried there, my parents are buried there, and I’ll be buried there,” he says.

The historic St. George’s Church in Motupiko has been brought by neighbouring Quinney’s Bush, and will be available for use during the summer camping season. Photo: Steve Page. It’s not just his parents and grandparents. The Quinney family has a long association with the neighbouring church. The Brewerton’s – who the Quinney family is related to through marriage, donated the land for the church to be built on. Like many country churches,

the construction was driven by the community. The closest Anglican Church before the construction of St George’s was in Motueka Valley. Once the church was constructed, it meant that the 32 Anglican families who lived in Motupiko did not have to hold private

services in their homes. The local schoolmaster, Mr Evans, is credited as the main force behind this first local church. Stead Ellis was entrusted with the design of the church, and the timber used in the building was bought from a local supplier – the Quinney Brothers, of which

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Mark is a direct descendant. The brothers set up a timber dressing shed close to the church site and used water from a well to drive the steam engines. The final cost for the church was around £100. Now, Mark is on a mission to restore the gardens and landscape of the church to its former glory. “It was really overgrown, covered in blackberries, so we’ve cleared all the rubbish away.” Landscaping that is currently underway will see new fences built around the church, with new trees planted as well as old trees that have been salvaged. An old oak from the garden is being used to create outdoor seats and benches, for a reflection garden that is also being built. The original church gates are also being restored. “It’s a piece of local history. It’s been around for over 100 years, and I’m hoping it will be a focal point for the area.” Mark says that while there won’t be regular services at the church, locals and visitors will be welcome to use the space. “It will be available. During the camping season, there are a lot of people who want to hold services, so this will be a place for them to use.”

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A different stroke - a calligrapher's journey RNZ / Kadambari Raghukumar Nelson’s Akiko Crowther is New Zealand’s only Grandmaster in Japanese calligraphy - it's a title bestowed in Japan and earned through years of dedication to this very meditative practice. For the past 100 days and through the Covid-19 lockdown, Akikosan has been writing endless rows of Sutras each morning as part of both her calligraphy and Buddhist practice. Sutras are Buddhist religious texts. In Chinese, Japanese and Korean traditions, copying and reciting them through memory is considered an act of deep discipline and devotion. Akikosan has been praying through this daily ritual for an end to Coronavirus pandemic. Today, her otherwise rather Zen exterior gives way to excitement. Akiko has just been selected for the Ambassador’s Commendation Awards for her contribution to promoting Japanese culture in New Zealand. How did a journey that began in 1956 bring Akiko-san from Japan to Nelson? She began learning calligraphy at the age of five in Tottori, a small south-western town of Japan where her father was a country vet. As she grew up, Akiko only

pursued it as a hobby and wasn't particularly excited by the idea of a profession in calligraphy. She was, after all, surrounded by master calligraphers in her family. It was only after meeting Tim Crowther, an artist himself, that she embarked on a journey to start teaching calligraphy something that she’d put on the backburner for many years. The pair discovered a bond founded on a love for art - a bond that took them from being married in Santorini, to living in Vienna and then Prague where they set up their first calligraphy school and gallery in the early 1990s. Yorkshire-born Tim had long held a dream of living in New Zealand and managed to convince Akiko to move - she agreed only on the condition that if she didn’t like it, she’d be on the first flight back to Japan. And so, in the middle of a subzero Eastern European winter, they decided to up and leave, and landed in New Zealand on a warm summer day - that was 15 years ago. They’ve lived in Nelson ever since and together they run the Yuyu Gallery in Nelson and have held numerous shows and workshops across the country over the years. This year marks 22 years of their

marriage. Tim suffered a stroke in 2010 but remains Akiko’s pillar of strength as ever. "If it wasn't for Tim I would never have come back to calligraphy, it was all Tim’s efforts”, says Akiko. Akiko’s classes see students of all ages coming through and over the years some have travelled to Japan with their works. "Even people in Japan are so surprised to see New Zealanders so interested and good at calligraphy...there is something similar between the two countries, from an art point of view, I feel…” she says very proudly as she tops up Tim’s genmai-cha. Akiko is a stickler for decorum and discipline, cutting no corners in her students’ journeys. Her students send their work to Japan each month to be graded and, much like Japanese martial arts, this too involves dans as grades and the journey to climbing these grades involves attention to detail and hours of practice. “It was difficult for me in the beginning as my English isn't good - but I teach through my technique. They watch my brush stroke...so my teaching can also be without words... just technique...just watch” says Akiko-san.

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The cast of Nelson Youth Theatre's Shrek Jr. Photo: Supplied.

REVIEW: Shrek hits the stage Maree Hatton Shrek the Musical Jr Nelson Youth Theatre Company Monday, 6 July Shrek is one of those stories that has become timeless, and this junior musical version will not leave anyone disappointed. It of course follows the story of Shrek, the big bad and very green ogre, embarking on a quest to save his swamp from unwanted fairy-tale creatures who have been banished by nasty Lord Farquaad. It is a story of friendship and ultimately acceptance. Arriving at the Theatre Royal for the opening show, the audience was excited even before the curtain rose. Encouraged to participate, booing the baddies and cheering on the good guys, Shrek Jr captured the attention of the audience, both young and old, from start to finish. The entire cast put on an energised and enthusiastic performance and it was wonderful to see so many young ones up there on stage giving it their all.

Rosa McIntosh gave a fantastic portrayal of Shrek, in all his green and fabulously Scottish glory, complete with tartan pants. Donkey (played by Devon Gavin) was also a standout, full of energy and a lot of sass, he had the audience in the palm of his hand every time he stepped on stage. Fiona (played by Muriwai Ngawaka) had wonderful stage presence. I have to say, my favourite characters were the Three Little Pigs, played by Kyla Pike, Evie Dykzeul and Amelia Hall. I couldn’t help but fall in love with them and their perfect German accents. With a basic yet effective set design, the show focused on the actors and with bright costumes and fantastic makeup, we were transformed to a land full of fairy-tale creatures. Thoroughly recommended for the whole family. Shrek The Musical Jr is on at the Theatre Royal from 6 -11 July. Tickets are available from www. eventfinda.co.nz or the Theatre Royal.

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A far-reaching plan for COVID-19 recovery A message from Mayor Rachel Reese.

Kia ora koutou Whakatū During lockdown it quickly became clear the impact to our region’s economy would require a robust and forward thinking recovery, drawing on the skills and expertise, not just of local government, but also our wider business community, Iwi and central government agencies. This resulted in the formation of Project Kōkiri, a seven-point action plan to regenerate our region’s economy over the next 12 months. It includes projects that would provide employment for more than 2,500 people. Council moved quickly to make decisions to protect Nelson from the worst of the economic impact. Our 2020/21 Annual Plan was reworked to account for revenue losses and changes to work programmes disrupted by COVID-19 restrictions. Council staff agreed to a wage freeze to help achieve net zero rate rises, which will provide financial relief to struggling households and businesses. But in the longer term our approach must work for young people, who are

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disproportionately affected by the pandemic. There is an immediate need for us to help create new employment opportunities, but also to create a resilient economy that places young people at the centre of our recovery. That means higher value jobs that enable young people to stay and thrive in Nelson. Last week, Employment Minister Willie Jackson announced the establishment of Interim Regional Skills Leadership Groups to respond to the impact on our labour market. I will be an active and enthusiastic member of the Nelson Tasman Group, chaired by Meg Matthews. The next year will be challenging but it is our opportunity to rebuild stronger, and we will do best if we work together as a Council and a community. He waka eke noa – we are all in this together.

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Maitai / Mahitahi River receives funding boost Nelson City Council receives funding of $1.7 million to restore the Maitai / Mahitahi River catchment ecosystem. The Maitai River Ecological Restoration Plan is one of 23 council projects announced on Sunday, by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, to receive funding under the Jobs for Nature programme. The Ecological Restoration Plan will see 125,000 plants go in the ground, 24 hectares of land managed for weed control and eight kilometres of riparian planting, as well as the development of wetlands and further improvement to habitats. Council has been working in partnership for many years now with Te Tau Ihu iwi, the community and key agencies in the region to continually improve the health of the Maitai/ Mahitahi River. As a tūpuna awa, a sacred river, for generations the Maitai / Mahitahi has been an enviable source of water, food and wellbeing for iwi of this region. The river is of immense spiritual, traditional and historical significance to mana whenua. The overarching aim is to create a river this is safe to swim in and take kai from, and is a place that everyone can enjoy and feel proud of. The intended outcomes of the Restoration Plan include:

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• enhanced water quality • a reduction in weeds • habitat improvement • the preservation of indigenous tree and plant species, • the development of a food corridor that will support movement of native bird species across the Nelson region. Mayor Rachel Reese says the funding will support the continued restoration of the treasured river, at the same time as creating 30 jobs in the conservation/restoration sector over 5 years. “What could be better than the people of Nelson working on a project to give this beautiful river even greater care and attention. I know these jobs will be highly valued and those working will also have the satisfaction of mahi that will make a real difference to the environment." Mayor Reese says this funding injection will provide a huge opportunity to accelerate work that the Council already had planned and progresses the objectives of National Policy Statements for Freshwater Management and Indigenous Biodiversity.

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Council venues ready for action Nelson City Council’s venues are open and ready to help revitalise Nelson’s formerly thriving events scene. To help Nelson’s community groups get back on track, Council has halved the hireage cost of the Trafalgar Centre – for six months from 1 July to the end of December 2020. The discount, for community and cultural groups, and sporting activities, was approved at a Sports and Recreation Committee meeting in June. Sport and Recreation Committee Chair Tim Skinner said; “Nelson is usually bustling with a range of activities and events, and that was severely impacted by the COVID- 19 shutdown. Many of our community groups had to cancel plans for the foreseeable future. We’re hoping this discount will provide an opportunity for new events that may not have been possible before.” A price list can be found on the Facility Hire page at nelson.govt.nz. To enquire about availability or make a booking contact our Venue Manager at TrafalgarVenues@ncc.govt.nz. Terms and conditions apply. All of Council’s venues have returned to regular openinghours.

Melrose House Gardens and Café are open during Café Hours 9am - 4pm. Wander the gardens, explore the House and enjoy a treat or a meal at the cafe. Be sure to book for High Tea. Melrose House hosts events and is available for hire, see melrosehouse.co.nz for details.

Broadgreen Historic House & Rose Gardens Open winter hours 11am to 3pm. A school holiday programme is available. See the Broadgreen Historic House Facebook page for details. Visit Nelson’s iconic cob cottage and historic home, outfitted with beautiful colonial furnishings, art and costume. See what life was like 150 years ago, try on the period clothes or walk through the spectacular Samuels Rose Garden.

Fairfield Heritage House and Woodland This community venue is available for weddings, parties, conferences and training sessions, with stunning spaces to create your special event. Fairfield hosts regular concerts and theatre, see fairfieldnelson.org.nz for event details.

Founders Park and Railway Open 10am to 4.30pm. Take a walk through the historic village and experience Nelson life in the 1880s to 1930s. Founders Park also contains venues for hire for functions or events. School holiday activities are on, see the Founders Heritage Park Facebook page.

Recovery: what Nelson City Council has done so far? Zero Percent Rates Revenue Increase In recognition of the financial pressures caused by COVID-19, Council sought public input on a zero per cent rates increase for the 2020-21 year. Council is also considering a reduction of the penalty charge for unpaid rates and water charges from 10% to 5%.

Council Leases and Licence Holders Businesses faced significant and immediate cashflow issues during lockdown. Council put in place a three month waiver of rent and outgoings until 30 June 2020 for some of Council’s lease and licence holders and further assistance on a case-by-case basis.

More Frequent Payments to Creditors Council moved to help businesses maintain cash flow and adjusted payment systems in order to make weekly payments to creditors instead of monthly.

Emergency Fund Council set up a $200,000 Emergency Fund for community organisations, to support their continued operation during recovery. Organisations that support the cultural heart of Nelson bring residents and visitors into the city, who in turn support businesses through their spending.

Inner City Parking Nelson City Council suspended inner city parking charges until 1 July 2020 in order to encourage the

Nelson’s cultural scene emerges from shutdown The curtain is up on Nelson’s cultural scene, as the city recovers from months of cancelled and postponed performances. Last month saw the reopening of the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts and the Theatre Royal. The NCMA’s Emerge concert, featuring Nelson performers volunteering their time, played to a soldout crowd in the refurbished auditorium. Their much-loved Thursday lunchtime concert series has restarted, and a variety of events are lined up for the rest of the year. For more information, check out ncma.nz

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Innovating Streets for People fund success – up to $1 million to transform our central city Nelson City Council’s City Centre Streets for People project has received a funding opportunity from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.

Council streamlined Councilitsstreamlined procurement its processes procurement andprocesses and extended delegations extendedindelegations order to award in order worktotoaward local work to local contractors and contractors fast trackand design fastwork. track design work. Council’s CityCouncil’s City Centre Streets for People project Centre Streets for People project

to make streets safer, with more space for people, is part of an investigation into how to improve is part of an investigation into how to improve and which test temporary or semi-permanent Capital Work Capital Programme Work Programme 2020/2021 2020/2021 pedestrian visitorconsumer experience, consumer pedestrian safety, visitor safety, experience, layouts, materials and designs that could be used in Committed toCommitted delivering ato$54 delivering million a capital $54 million capital activity in centre. Nelson’s city centre. spending andspending activity inand Nelson’s city permanent upgrades. works programme worksfor programme 2020/21, $7m for 2020/21, higher than $7mthe higher As than theof theAs part project, were The funding offered for the project will be part ofthe thepublic project, therecently public were recently forecast in theforecast Long Term in the Plan Long 2018 Term - 2028. Plan 2018 - 2028. asked for theirasked feedback on potential to options to considered along with the responses to the survey. for their feedbackoptions on potential Hardy and Bridge in the Streets in the Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese said the investment widen Trafalgar, HardyStreets and Bridge Government Government Funding Applications Funding Applicationswiden Trafalgar, central city using semi-permanent, removable and from Central Government was a welcome step central city using semi-permanent, removable and Council’s applications Council’s to applications the Provincial to the Growth Provincial Growth adaptable measures, and a fourth option to make forward in Nelson’s post-COVID-19 recovery. adaptable measures, and a fourth option to make Fund resultedFund in $1.23m resulted for five in $1.23m roading forprojects five roading projects no change. no change. “Waka Kotahi has recognised the value of the city and supported and 29supported employment 29 opportunities. employment opportunities. Two TheTwo feedbackThe survey, which survey, closed which on Friday, 26 on Friday, 26 centre project and given us the potential to turn it feedback closed projects sit with projects Council sit ($780,000), with Council two ($780,000), with the two June, with the receivedJune, morereceived than 600 submissions, will into something that could benefit our community more than 600 which submissions, which will Nelson Regional Nelson Sewerage Regional Business Sewerage Unit Business ($350,000), Unitnow ($350,000), be collated before going before to a fullgoing to a full now, and in years to come, but any final decision has nowand be reviewed collated and reviewed and one with and the Nelson one with Tasman the Nelson Regional Tasman Landfill Regional Landfill Council meeting on 12meeting August 2020 consideration. to be what’s right for our people and our city. Council on 12 for August 2020 for consideration. Business Unit Business ($100,000). Unit ($100,000). Innovating Streets provides 90%provides funding 90% funding “Projects that receive funding must be planned, Innovating Streets Applications have Applications also been have made alsotobeen central made toassistance central upassistance to $1 million of in projects designed and delivered by the end of June 2021 so upintosupport $1 million support of projects government for government employment for funding employment to assist funding to designed assist in partnership local communities we have some time to put real thought into this.” designed inwith partnership with local communities with several environmental with several environmental projects. These projects. includeThese include forestry, wetland forestry, and riparian wetland management and riparian management ($150,000), ecological ($150,000), restoration ecological ofrestoration key native of key native ecosystems ($2.7 ecosystems million); restoration ($2.7 million); ofrestoration significant of significant natural areasnatural (SNAs) and areaskey (SNAs) biodiversity and keycorridors biodiversity corridors ($1.5 million) and ($1.5Taiwan million)cherry and Taiwan eradication cherry eradication Nelson residents are being asked to help plan a vibrant future for their city. ($190,000). ($190,000).

Have your say on Nelson’s Transport Future

Three long-term transport packages are being presented side-by-side, and the community has four weeks to help decide which package or combination of packages they think will work best. The exercise is part of an investigation called Nelson Future Access, aimed at identifying the best 30-year transport plan for the city. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, Nelson City Council and iwi want to provide for Nelson’s current and future transport needs. NZTA has spent One of New Zealand’s oldest One of New Zealand’s oldest many months building on previous work to address theatres, the Theatre theatres,Royal, the Theatre Royal, changing land use, climate change, economic reopened lastreopened month with lastMark month with Mark efficiency, safety and resilience issues on the transport Hadlow’s Middle-Aged in Hadlow’sMan Middle-Aged Man in network to develop the three proposals now up for Lycra show. Lycra show. consideration. This month sees ThisNelson monthYouth sees Nelson Youth “We are now ready to hear from local people, and Theatre returning withreturning productions Mamma of Mamma Theatre withof productions we are presenting three long-term options, each Mia and ShrekMia the and Musical Jr.,the followed touring by a touring Shrek Musicalby Jr.,afollowed of which have an ability to allow more journeys by production ofproduction Dr. Seuss’ The CatSeuss’ in the The Hat.Cat August of Dr. in the Hat. August people into and out of Nelson, whether that’s for sees Nelson Repertory Theatre returning sees Nelson Repertory Theatre returning to the stage to the stage those driving, walking or using public transport,” the Kiwi comedy The Pink Hammer. For tickets says Jim Harland, Waka Kotahi Director Regional with the Kiwi with comedy The Pink Hammer. For tickets and more go to: theatreroyalnelson.co.nz Relationships. and more details, go to:details, theatreroyalnelson.co.nz The Suter Theatre is also busy for its The Suter Theatre is also busy preparing for preparing its “In weighing up these packages it will be important onwith 12ththe August theFilm 2020 Italian Film for people to think about the type of city they want, reopening onreopening 12th August 2020with Italian Festival. Check here for details: Festival. Check here for details: and how important issues like climate change, suter.statecinemas.co.nz suter.statecinemas.co.nz resilience and healthy living are to planning future

Mayor to play role on Regional Skills Leadership Group A Regional Skills Leadership Group has been established to help support the changing labour market in the Nelson-Tasman region. The group is one of 15 set up by the Government to identify and support better ways of meeting future skills and workforce needs in our region. Mayor Rachel Reese, who is a member of the group alongside regional industry leaders, economic

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development agencies, and iwi, worker and government representatives, said the focus will be on reemployment in the region. “I'm having conversations every day with families where one - or maybe more than one - person in the household is now unemployed. In many cases these are young, very talented members of our community who are having to have a complete re-think about their careers. We must try to retain those young people in our region, if we lose them the impact will be quite dramatic.” The Nelson-Tasman group will be chaired by

Councillor Pete Rainey, Chair of the City Centre Working Group said Nelsonians had a choice to make. “We have been gifted this resource, but how, or if, we use it is up to our community. We have yet to find out which of the four options are most preferred, but this money could go toward any of the three options for change included in the survey.” Kathryn King, Waka Kotahi’s Portfolio Manager Developing Regions says: “The programme aims to use the pilot fund to grow our national capability in the ‘tactical urbanism’ approach so we can scale up the pace of change as we transition to safer, cleaner, healthier and more equitable towns and cities. Pilots, pop-ups and interim treatments help us try out street changes and gain valuable on-the-ground feedback from communities.”

Meg Matthews, who is also the Chair of the Nelson Regional Development Agency and Cawthron Institute. “Each region in New Zealand is facing its own unique set of challenges and I am pleased that Government is keen to work with us as partners in Nelson Tasman. “As we transition from emergency management to longer-term recovery efforts, this group will be ideally placed to get our region the best support possible.”

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transport infrastructure and services.” Mayor of Nelson, Rachel Reese says while COVID19 delayed the launch of public consultation, work has continued behind the scenes on the improvement packages. “This project has a long history in our region, and it’s good to see progress and clarity around three potential solutions from Waka Kotahi, NZ Transport Agency. This is Nelson’s future, I urge everyone who lives in our Smart Little City and also those that work or travel here frequently, to get involved with the consultation and let Waka Kotahi know what they think about the options presented.” From Friday 26 June to Friday 24 July, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency wants to hear from the community on the improvement packages. There are three long-term packages being presented. They include: • Adding priority lanes to SH6/Rocks Road and Waimea/Rutherford; • Widening of the coastal State Highway corridor for general traffic; • Or, building a new inland route. People are encouraged to check out further information on the Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency’s website:

Drop-in sessions Come and find out more about the project at drop-in sessions: Saturday 11 July

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Simple swaps to reduce the plastic in your life This year, Plastic Free July NZ is focusing on simple swaps, to build on many of the things we all learned during the recent lockdown. During the month, Council’s social media channels will be sharing tips, bright ideas and competitions to help you find ways of swapping out plastic for more sustainable alternatives. Whether it’s committing to use a reusable coffee cup, or finding alternatives to cling film for storing food, whatever change you decide to make, large or small, helps everyone be part of reducing plastic

in our lives. With the recent changes to kerbside recycling this is also a great opportunity to work out how you can reduce the amount of plastic you need to recycle. Plastic Free July NZ is coordinated by Wasteminz, and supported by local government across New Zealand. For more information check out the Plastic Free July Aotearoa Facebook page: facebook.com/PlasticFreeJulyAotearoa

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Finding good tradespeople can be the difference between a stressless renovation or a stressful renovation – fortunately local electrician Tim Kolk knows the importance of making each job as easy as possible for his clients. Tim’s Tahunanui-based Kolk Electrical Solutions specialises in renovations and new home builds, and Tim says he prides himself on customer service and honesty. “If I tell someone that this job will cost ‘X’ then that’s what it is.” Operating throughout Nelson and Tasman, Kolk Electrical Solutions has been growing steadily over the past few years and Tim says a strong relationship with other tradespeople and his clients is behind that success. “I’ve always been big on communication and picking up the phone to chat with other contractors to make sure we get the best outcome for the homeowner.” The Kolk Electrical team features Tim Kolk along with Hannah Cook. Hannah has been an apprentice for

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Did you have a big clean out during lockdown? If so, this is your chance to let others get some use out of your unwanted items. If you have pre-loved goods you want to get rid of, mark Sunday 26 July in your calendar and register on Council’s website to make sure you get on the list of addresses on the day. For those of you wanting to fossick – the address list of participants will be published at midday on Friday 24 July on our website or you can pick a copy up from our Customer Service Centre. Please respect the 10am start time.

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the past two years and works with Tim on most of their jobs. Tim says adding Hannah to his team has meant they’re able to complete jobs quicker and more efficiently. Operating post Covid-19 has made life interesting for many businesses but Tim says Kolk Electrical is well placed with a strong health and safety ethos before the lockdown. “We have to plan a lot more and have really strong health and safety policies in place and we’ve been able to adapt to that quickly. “Again, with the goal of keeping the customer at the centre of our thinking and making it as easy as possible for them.” Kolk Electrical can do all home electrical jobs as well as installing home ventilation systems that move warm air around your house, spa and pool installs, tag and testing, commercial work and more. To find out more, or to organise Tim or Hannah to come and price your job, simply call them on 021 922 265 or email kolkelectrical@ gmail.com

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OVER 20 YEARS ROOFING EXPERIENCE Top Kat Roofing Tasman is a family business, which is locally owned by David and Stephanie Savage. While Dave is a ‘hands-on’ director, Stephanie is busy working in and out of the office. During winter, the last thing you need is a leaking roof, overflowing guttering or a tired roof that needs repair work done. “Done properly, repairs like fixing leaks and dealing with rust can extend the life or your existing roof,” says Dave. “Sometimes, a roof may need a complete

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saTurday General class at 9.30am Tuesday and Thursday earlybird 7am Kate Burton and the team at Pilates nelson welcome BacK all students At the beginning of next term, Pilates Nelson is celebrating 7 years since the studio first opened in the central city. “We have appreciated the support and dedication of locals over the years,” says Dave Agnew who co-owns the business with his wife Kate. Dave, who has a background in martial arts and hospitality, began teaching Pilates five years ago and Kate taught dance for 25 years before she started teaching Pilates in 2000. Pilates Nelson takes place in a lovely apartment-style studio upstairs at 114 Hardy Street, so it’s nice and central. “Returning after lockdown, it was heartening that most most of our classes were full,” says Kate. Pilates Nelson’s mission statement is ‘to bring positive change to each individual

through the principal of pilates, for better health, quality of life and happiness.’ People of any age join Pilates Nelson, where they will derive the benefits of doing pilates on a regular basis - it helps correct muscle imbalances, releases tension, improves body awareness and posture. “Our classes are also focussed on keeping core strength, mobility and balance,” says Dave. “We often get referrals from physiotherapists and doctors after an injury or surgery to get people’s strength back up again.”

has online videos available for people who want to supplement their regular classes. “We are thrilled to welcome back Pilates instructor Sarah Mounsey from maternity leave this coming term and will be teaching Reformer on Wednesdays and Thursday mornings.”

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restoration to make it weathertight. Problems with your guttering? We can get your gutters in good working order. Whatever roofing work you require, we can get it done. Just give Stephanie a call and we’ll be more than happy to come out and give you a free, noobligation verbal roof report and quote.”Contact Top Kat Roofing Tasman directly at topkatroofingtasman@ gmail.com or visit www.topkat.co.nz. You can also call or text Stephanie on 022 5422 162.

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sions in the Tahunanui Community. We have a huge emphasis on messy play activities, building friendships and learning through play. Interested parents are invited to visit the centre, experience our centre philosophy and check out our big backyard with real grass. Paula’s Tiny Tots currently offer the first 9 hours free. Go to www.paulaspreschool.com for more info.

pushchairs and car seats. Mobility4You are part of a South Island buying group which enables them to be able to supply quality goods to you at reduced prices. Owners Robin and Meryl Jordan can be found in their store at 269 Queen Street, Richmond. Or phone them on 03 5446603.

ral Strawberry Scented Dough, Bubble Gum Scented Dough, Pirates Treasure Liquorice Scented Dough, the all new Pineapple Scented dough and there’s also some amazing ‘magic’ Unicorn Poop available! To place an order, visit www. pokepoke.shop. You will also find ‘Pokepoke Scented Modelling Dough’ on Facebook and Instagram. Hi, I’m Rachel the director and founder of Fun Creative Co. I am a mother of three curious creative humans! Fun Creative Co is all about encouraging fun creative ways of expression on stage through music and drama. This new dynamic drama is a holistic approach to develop imagi-

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that would be to offer you an up to 50% discount on all of their baby gear lines including car seats and pushchairs. They have a wide range of products that can be found all over New Zealand. They’ve been helping mums and dads to move their children around in the Nelson district for over 7 years. Providing advice and a great range to ensure your child is in the safest and most comfortable form of mobility. They provide all items for moving them around; capsules, strollers,

It’s all go at the Action Centre, with the recent opening of an all-new ‘Spacewalk Playground.’ “We are filling a bit of a void it’s somewhere parents can bring their young kids, have a coffee or something to eat while their kids are entertained,” says manager, Flynn Drummond. “In fact, we have a special offer happening Monday to Friday – it’s just $10 for a coffee and a child’s pass.” The Spacewalk Playground (next to Inflatable World), is 19 metres long, is double-storied and is ‘pretty cool.’ “It’s got slides and tunnels and 25 thousand balls, plus inter-active technology and lots of animation – dragons and dinosaurs,” says Flynn. “There’s also a spaceship which sucks balls up and out,

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for everyone. Students say “it is non-judgemental and welcoming” as well as “a good place to meet new mums”. Hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 3.15pm, term time only. For more information visit the Nelson Young Parents’ School on Facebook or phone 548 7970 ext 5.

Established in 2013, Nelson Young Parents’ School is located at Auckland Point School, and is where trained teachers and support staff can help you achieve NCEA, through an individual learning programme, as well as your driver’s licence, parenting, budgeting and other life skills. They also provide career and transition advice and learning experiences that will enrich your well-being. Your child/ children attend the onsite kindergarten where they are cared for by trained, early childhood teachers. Lunch is provided for the children and there is a free pick-up and drop-off transport service available

Learning is fun at Paula’s Tiny Tots. With 15 children aged 0-3 years and a staff of four teachers we provide quality Early Learning education with a curriculum based around fun, sensory opportunities incorporating maths, science and social skills. Children are safely encouraged to take risks, explore and problem solve alongside their peers. With a welcoming environment that incorporates home routines and a family atmosphere, we can cater for all Early Childhood needs. Located at 89 Parkers Road, just down the road from the beach, the children often visit this local landmark and go on centre excur-

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or child this winter, you will love Mini Me Merino, which is a 100 % NZ-made baby and childrens wear brand, designed and made locally by Sandy Pearce. “We launched our men’s and women’s brand Mirror Mountain Merino in 2014 while living near the Nelson Lakes National Park and later launched our merino line for little ones and named it Mini Me Merino,” says Sandy. “We pride ourselves in providing quality merino garments at affordable prices.” There are

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The first post-Covid touring show back in Nelson has arrived just in time for the school holidays. The international production of Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat is coming to the Theatre Royal for three shows on 12 July. Showcase Entertainment Group’s Layton Lillas says it’s “time to celebrate” New Zealand’s unique situation of being back open for business. “2020 has been brutal for the entertainment industry and the world alike. Lockdown was hard enough psychologically for adults with so much uncertainty, but spare a thought for our children who went through it as well. “It’s time to give our kids some fun.” The “magical” stage show has been adapted from the classic Dr Seuss book, telling the story of a

brother and sister, bored at home on a rainy day, when they are visited by ‘The Cat’ in his red and white striped hat. Their outspoken and outraged pet fish is astounded and concerned, but the cat teaches them (and the audience) how to make their own fun with a little imagination. Along with his friends, Thing One and Thing Two, they turn the house upside down, leaving mess everywhere. But the cat has a very special way to clean things up, just before Mum comes home. The production, which last toured New Zealand in 2018, has been on tour in Australia for much of 2019 and was due to be on a 40show international tour in April when Covid-19 struck. So, the set and costumes were shipped back to New Zealand and a complete kiwi cast and crew were assembled to take the show the length and breadth of the country. “The time has come to put our

Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat will be visiting Nelson this weekend. Photo: Supplied. people back to work, get some product back into the theatres and, most importantly, spread

some joy,” says Layton. The Cat in the Hat is on for three shows at the Theatre Royal on

Sunday, July 12, 10.30am, 1pm and 3.30pm. All tickets are on sale through Eventfinda.

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A Sam Briggs penalty with time up on the clock saw Marist salvage an exhilarating draw and retain the Baz Leary Trophy at Trafalgar Park on Saturday. A brave Stoke side outscored Marist three tries to two and led for the majority of the contest, but were unable to hold off a late onslaught by the Tasman Trophy champions. Stoke lock Isei Lewaqai looked to have sealed the result for his side with two pieces of individual brilliance, before he was sent to the bin with less than five minutes remaining and a tenpoint lead. Marist took full advantage of the extra man, Rahiri Witereha going in under the bar for his second to set up the blockbuster finish. Coach Gavin Briggs says he was screaming at his son Sam to

take the points as Marist were awarded a penalty with time up on the clock. "We knew we only needed a draw to retain the cup and that's all we wanted to do." Gavin admits there were some nerves as Sam lined up the kick, but the young first five coolly slotted the points from 35 metres out in front of the posts. "I had full faith in him." Gavin says they knew it was always going to be a tough game, but they were their own worst enemies. "We made simple mistakes, which they capitalised on as good teams should." Witereha opened the scoring after setting his side alight with a blistering break. Taine Robinson responded with a penalty before Briggs put Marist 10-3 ahead. However, the Stoke fly half would sneak over the line just on the brink of halftime with a smartly

taken quick tap. Lewaqai rumbled his way to the try-line to give Stoke the lead just after the break. The Fijian bulldozer then gave his side the lead as he made a storming surge up field, Crikidaveta finishing off the movement in the left corner. Marist looked dead and buried at 23-13 with time ticking away, but the green machine hammered away in the final five. Lewaqai quickly went from hero to villain as he was shown yellow after repeated Stoke infringements. Witereha scored from the ensuing scrum after a clinical set piece move. With the final play of the game, Te Puoho Stephens made a powerful break from the kickoff before Marist were awarded the crucial penalty. "It showed real character for our guys to come back and tie it up," says Gavin.

Marist first five Sam Briggs nailed a last-minute penalty to see his side to a 23-all draw with Stoke at Trafalgar Park on Saturday. Photo: Evan Barnes/Shuttersport. He says it means a lot to the club to retain the Baz Leary cup for the fifth consecutive year. "Baz is an old stalwart of Stoke and Marist and very good friend of quite a few of us, to have it stay in our cabinet means a lot." Elsewhere, Wanderers' unbeaten run came to an end at the hands of Kahurangi with a 35-14 win in Brightwater while Nelson are still yet to get on the board as they

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Rangers set pace, Giants bounce back Jonty Dine Reporter

OTICE ABOUT THE LAW GOVERNING THE SAFETY OF TREES NEAR LINES – Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003

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es are a safety hazard. On 1st July 2005 the Tree Regulations came into effect to protect the POWER LINES – Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003 f electricity and for the safety of the public. There is the potential for injury or even death by ch a tree which is touching a power line. Children in particular like to climb trees and when This information is brought toofyou by Nelson Electricity whoTrees ownscan andcause operates power lines, there is always the risk serious injury or even death. powerthe electricity distribution network in Nelson and supplying winds, rain and snow. Your power supply may be City disrupted when treesapproximately fall or branches9,200 consumers what is mainly urban area. lines, poles or other structures. In dryinconditions seriousan fires can be caused. Trees close to power lines are a safety hazard. On 1st July 2005 the Tree Regulations came into effect to protect the

ellsecurity out the responsibilities for and electricity linesofcompanies andis tree owners making sure that of the supply of electricity for the safety the public. There the potential forin injury or even death by electrocution if you touch a tree which is touching a power line. Children in particular like to climb trees and when mmed away from the lines. They define two zones around power lines as shown in the

these trees are close to power lines, there is always the risk of serious injury or even death. Trees can cause power cuts especially in strong winds, rain and snow. Your power supply may be disrupted when trees fall or branches break, damaging power lines, poles or other structures. In dry conditions serious fires can be caused.

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owners are required to respond to a esTree to be trimmed at their cost by Notices by either: s-qualified arborist to a clearance outside or• Arranging for trees to be trimmed at their cost by a professional lines-qualified arborist to a clearance outside the Notice Zone; or es•company that they have no interest in the trees. The lines company may then fell the trees Informing the lines company that they have no interest in the trees. The lines company may then fell the trees es they mayinstances choosethey to may trim). (in some choose to trim). If trees on your property have not previously been trimmed by the Nelson Electricity you may be eligible for the first

y have notofpreviously been trimmed by the Nelson Electricity you mayclearances be eligible the first trim free charge. In exceptional circumstances, a dispensation from the regulatory may for be applied for. exceptional circumstances, a dispensation from the regulatory clearances may be applied for. If tree owners do not comply with the Regulations and fail to have their trees cut or trimmed they can be fined up to

$10,000 along with $500 per day for ongoing offences. Tree owners may also be liable for the cost of outages and repair of power damage has been caused by their omply withlines theifRegulations and fail to havetrees. their trees cut or trimmed they can be fined up to

0 per dayorfor ongoing Treeis owners may also beactivity. liable Iffor the cost of outages and Cutting trimming treesoffences. near power lines an extremely hazardous branches or people come into contact with a live line while the tree is being cut a potentially fatal electric shock may result. If live lines are brought down by damage has been caused by their trees.

cutting trees, then serious safety hazards to other people and property in the vicinity may occur. Trimming or felling trees in close proximity to power lines must only be carried out by professional arborists who have had specific training and es are near powerto lines is anpower extremely qualified work near lines. hazardous activity. If branches or people come into contact

e tree is being cut a potentially fatal electric shock may result. If live lines are brought down by us safety hazards to other people and in thequalified vicinityarborists may occur. or felling For further details and information onproperty professionally usedTrimming and recommended by Nelson pleasearborists contact: who have had specific training to power lines must only be carried out byElectricity professional Phone: 03 546 9256 rk near power lines. Website: www.nel.co.nz

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Football: The fourth round of the Nelson Division One Football competition concluded with three one sided results and the Marlborough Rangers continuing to set the pace. The Rangers remain unbeaten after picking up its fourth win of the season, a 4-0 defeat of bottom placed Nelson College at home. College coach Rob Anderson says his boys were no match for the well organised hosts. FC Nelson also enjoyed a big win over Nelson Suburbs reserves at Guppy Park. Thang Thang continued his goal scoring form in the 4-0 rout with Van Roland, Jamane WilsonDuggan and Brayan Saa all getting on the score sheet. Elsewhere Richmond picked up 3-0 victory at Jubilee with Alex Ward netting a double against Tahuna. Coach Stu Reid says his side has struggled to finish off matched in the opening rounds but the game plan worked well today. Nelson Suburbs also went south on Saturday as they defeated on Selwyn United 4-1 in round seven of the MPL, Lachlan Brooks netting a hattrick. It was Nelson’s its fourth win of the season as they sit second on the points table, behind Cashmere United.

Rugby: Nelson College suffered its first loss of the UC Championship, to drop from first to fifth on the points table. Nelson put up a brave fight against St Bedes in Christchurch but went down 35-27. This week sees them take on St Thomas at home.

Basketball: In NZNBL action the Nelson Giants now have a 3-3 record after they defeated the Auckland Huskies 91-83 on Sunday night. For the Giants, eleven players featured in the points column on the scoresheet. Josh Leger and Tom Ingham made 14 points each, Josh Bloxham sunk 12 and Mike Karena contributed 10. Next up for Nelson will be the Manawatu Jets this evening. Tip off at 5.30pm.

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Prices captain Shar Lowe is back in the shooters circle this season. Photo: Jonty Dine.

Prices outclass Richmond Jonty Dine Reporter

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Prices Ahurei captain Shar Lowe has returned to the court after a season off to lead her side in a quest for a three-peat in the Nelson Netball Premiership. Shar is back after having a baby in 2019 and the veteran was in vintage touch as the unbeaten Prices edged a brave Richmond45 team on Thursday evening. Prices held Richmond to just seven goals in two quarters on their way to a 41-28 victory to

maintain their spot atop the table. The star shooter says it was their toughest assignment to date with Richmond proving more physical than their college counterparts. "It was a good win, a good challenge, but there are plenty of things we need to tidy up." Prices goalkeep Holly Chandler was typically dominant on defence inside the circle producing a number of spectacular turnovers. It was a slow start for both sides with just 12 goals scored in the first quarter, just three of them to Richmond.

They would come storming back in the second however, outscoring the defending champions 11-10. Lucy Ingham served as a reliable link for centre Kalyssa Rasmussen while Shar and Harriet Ogilvie were netting some superb longrange shots. Prices' Becky Green made the switch to centre for the third as Richmond closed the gap to just three. It would be the closest they came however as Prices began to pull away, young wing attack Keri Snodgrass playing with confidence beyond her years.

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Natalie Fullman and Tess Eden were given well-deserved breaks as Prices shut out the result in emphatic fashion, conceding only four goals in the final fifteen. Shar says their defence was strong as always but they are still struggling with their flow through court. "We are still getting a bit stuck between our attack and defence, we have always been a very good defensive team which is why we get so much ball, we just need to start scoring more." The competition now enters a

two-week break which Shar says will give their players a chance to rehabilitate some niggles as well as cater for the possible return of former Tactix player Zoe Walker in round two. On court two, Jacks OPD also kept its unbeaten record alive with a 47-29 win over Motueka, while in the evening's later game Stoke defeated Nelson College for Girls 40-32. Results: Prices 41 def Richmond 28 Jacks 47 def Motueka 29 Stoke 40 def NCG 32

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Front row brothers in arms The stars finally aligned for the quartet last season as the McDougall’s all ran out for Marist to take on Nelson for the Kyle Post Trophy. “There was a lot of hype around it which made it pretty special,

of them having played with Kyle the week before he passed away. Jonty Dine In a memorable first outing together, Marist managed to get The brothers say whenever they the win, with the McDougall’s need to pair off for drills, they are saying they felt a combination sure to partner up with each other. of excitement and exhaustion at “It makes you go a little the final whistle. bit harder and push each “None of us wanted to be other a little bit further, the first one to give up,” you feel a bit awkward if says James. you tackle someone a bit The trophy was again on too hard at training but the line on Saturday with it doesn’t really matter Marist retaining 48-19. if it’s your brother,” says James says the bond Duncan. between the brothers Duncan says they don’t extends off the field too. hold back against one “We all hang out with another. each other socially which “Any injury I’ve had at is quite cool, we’re pretty training is normally from tight,” says James. them.” The most experienced Having all grown up player, Patrick, says he together in Nelson, many hopes his old bones are surprised to hear it James, Duncan, Isaac and Patrick with the will hold together long wasn’t until 2019 that Kyle Post Trophy after their first match enough to get a few the brothers all played together. Photo: Supplied. seasons playing with his together. brothers and win what Patrick and Isaac both grew up there were posts on Facebook has proven to be an elusive playing soccer before switching encouraging friends and family second division title. codes in their 20’s while Duncan to come down and support us,” “We finished fourth equal last was formerly a 70kg winger says Isaac. year to just miss the semis, before his big brothers brought The trophy holds special we just want to win a f****** him into the engine room. significance for the brothers, two trophy.”

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