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Lockdown does not dampen school results Erin Bradnock Nelson school principals are relieved with successful 2020 NCEA results despite a difficult year.

NCEA released its first set of

provisional data for secondary schools last week. NCEA is the main national qualification for secondary school students in New Zealand.

Nelson College headmaster Richard Dykes says, despite not knowing what to expect, the results

for the school were “really positive”.

This was espcially true considering the anxieties of students following a challenging schooling year filled with remote learning due to Covid-19 lockdown.

“Our students have excelled

themselves. We’ve seen improved results across level 1, 2 and 3. I’m really pleased,” Richard says.

Nelson College saw higher achievement rates, endorsement rates and university entrance rates are all simiar to 2019.

“That just reflects the work of the community, the work of staff and the commitment of students and whānau in a really difficult and trying year.”

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Neglected Nora finds a loving home

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Joel Emery-Jones and Jordan Irvine together with their adopted dogs Nora and Jamu at their Inner Glen home.

Photo: Erin Bradnock.

After a troubled start to life, Nora the three-legged wolfhound beardie cross has found a loving home.

Formally known as CJ, Nora was rescued as a puppy from a neglectful home in the West Coast late last year by SPCA Nelson.

Inspector Danielle Tinetti was called to the scene where Nora had been left tied to a fence and neglected for days on end. She was just nine-months-old.

“I went out there got to the property and she was tied up with no water. She was tethered to a broken fence with nails sticking out of it that she was forced to stand on,” says Danielle.

Danielle says whenever she would pull on her tether, the board and nails would flick up and hit her.

Once back in Nelson, it was clear one of Nora’s back legs was causing her a lot of pain. X-rays revealed that an old fracture had never healed and her back right leg had to be amputated.

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The Weekly’s story about the adoption of Nora the three-legged wolfhound cross is sure to warm hearts. So, we asked locals about a particularly memorable pet they remembered from their lives.

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“My first year teaching down the West Coast, I had a pet rat who I took into the class every day and he just crawled on the students’ desks and hung out in the class.”

“My very sultry cat, Kitten, had an amorous liaison with a local tom cat who tried to get in the cat door but got stuck because he was too fat.”

“My first pet was Misty, the cat. One day, I thought she was doing a poo on my bed because her tail came up first, but she actually was giving birth to a whole litter of kittens.”

“Our cat, Douglas, had no tail. He used to sleep with Henry, our rabbit, in a hutch.

But he used to visit the neighbours’ houses and kill their rabbits, even though he was in love with Henry.”

Lockdown does not dampen Neglected Nora finds a loving home “We took our dog Jamu to meet FROM PAGE 1 school NCEA results Nora before we adopted her just Distributed to over 21,000 homes and businesses in Nelson

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FROM PAGE 1 The trend of high success rates also continues for Nelson College for Girls and Nayland College.

Nelson College for Girls principal Cathy Ewing says the school is “very proud” of the students’ NCEA results.

Sixty seven per cent of the college’s year 11 students gained a merit or excellence endorsement for their Level 1 certificate. More than 85 per cent of year 12 and 13 students gained a Level 2 or Level 3 certificate and 67 per cent of year 13 students gained university entrance.

“These results are a huge credit to the efforts of both staff and students to have overcome the challenges of 2020,” says Cathy.

Nayland College’s principal Daniel Wilson says he is “delighted” with their results

and says students and staff were “incredibly resilient” considering the challenges of the past year.

Daniel says all qualifications are sitting above national averages and says there were significant gains in level 2, 3 and university entrance.

“The changes in the credit structures due to Covid have obviously had an impact across the country – with national averages up between 3-5 per cent at each level.”

NCEA announced a learning recognition credits scheme last year to account for the challenges of remote learning and the anxieties caused for students concerning the pandemic.

“Even so, our results are significantly better than anticipated, even when taking this into account,” says Daniel.

“She handled having three legs really well. She has such a lovely temperament, and it doesn’t seem to bother her,” she says.

Nora’s new owners Jordan Irvine and Joel Emery-Jones say they often forget she only has three legs.

“When she runs, she gets a good amount of speed going. People are always surprised when they realise she only has three legs,” says Joel.

Jordan spotted Nora on SPCA Nelson’s Facebook page where she was already gaining a bit of attention for her sweet nature and story.

Jordan says she applied for Nora immediately, even before consulting her partner Joel.

“I’d been wanted another dog for about a year, so I pestered him for a bit, but he gave in pretty quickly.”

Jordan and Joel already had an adopted wolfhound at their Enner Glynn home and knew Nora would fit right in.

to make sure they didn’t hate each other,” she says.

To begin with, Jamu was a bit shy towards Nora but now they’re two peas in a pod.

“They get along great, but Nora is definitely the boss,” says Jordan.

Jordan says she wasn’t aware to the full extent of Nora’s abusive upbringing when they brought her in. She found out about her past through a follow-up SPCA Facebook post a few weeks later.

“I cried when I found out. I was at the vet with her when I saw the post.

It was hard to read, we just love her,” she says.

Danielle and the team at SPCA Nelson are also thrilled with Nora’s rehoming.

“It’s really important to us to make sure we send these dogs to the right home and Nora’s story is a prime example. She’s a superstar,” says Danielle.

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Pic's mission to grow the peanut economy Jonty Dine Reporter

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Pic’s Peanut Butter has kicked off a project to see if its peanuts can be grown locally in New Zealand rather than being imported from Australia.

The Nelson company’s project is being backed by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) which is contributing more than $59,000 to the trial.

The trial is being held at three locations - on a kumara farm at Ruawai, on the Pouto Peninsula near Dargaville, and on Māori land in the Kai Iwi Lakes district.

The peanuts were planted in late October and are expected to be ready for harvest within 16 to 20 weeks.

Plant & Food Research is providing its expertise and managing the project trials, which use Spanish Hi Oleic peanuts.

Its science business manager, Declan Graham, says the three locations had different soil types and environments to see where peanuts grew best.

"A soil temperature of around 18 degrees is ideal, so the window for getting the peanuts in the ground and harvesting them is small," Declan says.

Pic’s Peanut Butter owner Pic Picot is hopeful his company’s peanuts can be grown in New Zealand. Photo: File.

"This type of peanut is most widely used in confectionary and snacks, as well as peanut butter production. Their high oil content makes them ideal for crushing."

It wouldn't be smooth sailing for the project as they juggled other aspects, including weed control and pests.

Pic's Peanut Butter currently uses about 2500 tonnes of peanuts a year.

Picot Productions owner and founder Pic Picot says it had always felt a little weird to make the iconic product with imported ingredients.

"These trials have the potential to make a very real difference to our carbon footprint and

redirect the millions of dollars we spend on imported nuts to Northland, easily my second favourite region of New Zealand," Pic says.

MPI investment programmes director Steve Penno said if it was successful, peanut farming could bring new employment opportunities to Northland and boost the local economy.

"This project fits perfectly with our goal of funding projects that will make a positive and lasting difference," Steve says.

"This project has the potential to lead to a new industry in Northland, which will bring new value into the region and create more jobs for New Zealanders."

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Active fire permits in Nelson and Tasman have been placed on a 48-hour suspension by Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Principal rural fire officer Ian Reade says the fire permit exclusion is effective immediately, with the exception of Nelson Lakes, Murchison and Golden Bay West.

“Like quite a bit of the country, we are on high alert due to the predicted weather forecast … It is also to conserve resources should we be asked to assist in any large wildfire emergency occurring within the Te Tau Ihu region.”

Permits are suspended in the following areas: Coastal rural, coastal urban, Waimea rural, Nelson rural, Nelson urban, Golden

Bay east and Golden Bay beaches.

Ian says a spark is all it takes to start a wildfire in dry conditions.

“We are asking builders and contractors to take extra care using power tools that might cause sparks in the open air. This is particularly important for grinding and cutting metals, especially if they are near vegetation.”

Ian says this also goes for people planning to use farm machinery or even mow their lawns in the heat of the day.

“Please pay particular attention to the weather and local fire danger.”

It comes as Fire and Emergency is calling for people to be extra vigilant.

The suspension will be reassessed if the conditions ease.

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Woman charged over crash that killed kayaker Staff Reporter A woman has been charged over a Nelson crash that claimed the life of champion kayaker Andrew Charles Martin four months ago.

Andrew died in a vehicle pileup on September 27 on State Highway 6 near Whangamoa that also left his daughter Lucy critically injured. His ex-wife Jane was also injured.

The road was closed between Nelson and Rai Valley for several hours.

Andrew, a 58-year-old renowned kayak craftsman and kayaker, set up Andrew Martin Kayaks in New Plymouth, then went on to Legend Paddles, before forming Flow Kayaks with fellow world champion multi-sport athlete Richard Ussher, which they had since sold.

Flow's website said Andrew had "competed in nearly every competitive kayaking discipline including representing New Zealand in Slalom, Wildwater racing and Marathon".

In a statement, police said a 24-year-old Blenheim woman has been charged with aggravated careless driving causing death in relation to the fatal crash.

She has also been charged

with four counts of aggravated careless driving causing injury.

The woman is due to appear in Nelson District Court on February 15.

After Andrew’s death, Richard Ussher posted his heartache of Martin's death on Facebook, writing that he was "lost for words to hear of the tragic passing of Andrew Martin. A true friend. Rest In Peace mate".

Richard said he'd known

Andrew for almost 20 years after he had moved to Nelson from New Plymouth.

"All round the country, especially in the paddling and multisport communities, he touched a lot of people and obviously he was an exceptional athlete in his own right as well.

"He certainly leaves a big hole in those communities and leaves a pretty amazing legacy to the sport as well."

Classical music magic on display for Nelson Adam Summer Celebration will be the perfect long weekend of creativity, spontaneity and chamber music magic at Nelson Centre of Musical Arts.

Due to the restrictions on international travel, the 2021 Adam Chamber Music Festival has been postponed until February 2022, which leaves an opportunity for a smaller-scale “in-between” event featuring some of New Zealand’s leading chamber musicians.

Over four days, the Summer Celebration will be a refreshment of joyous music after troubled times. The celebration will be curated by Helene Pohl and Gillian Ansell of the New Zealand String Quartet, who

will be performing alongside NZTrio, pianists Michael Endres and Richard Mapp, percussionist Naoto Segawa, and singers Anna Leese and Will King.

Co-Artistic Director Gillian Ansell says it was heart-breaking when the biennial Adam Chamber Music Festival was postponed, but the celebration is definitely a silver lining.

“We’re just so thrilled to be planning and preparing for live performances again, and even more so when it’s with fellow musicians of such calibre. We can’t wait to take the stage alongside our dear New Zealand colleagues.”

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The New Zealand String Quartet, featuring Helene Pohl, Gillian Ansell, Monique Lapins and Rolf Gjelsten will be on show this week. Photo: Supplied.

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MP makes the electric switch

Nelson MP Rachel Boyack with her new e-bike. Photo: Jonty Dine.

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Jonty Dine Nelson MP Rachel Boyack is putting her words into action as she makes the switch from car to e-bike.

Rachel has ditched the four wheels for two in a bid to reduce her carbon footprint.

Her new ride, from Nelson-based Hybrid Bikes, sports Rachel’s face and the Labour brand.

“I think it is a great opportunity

to show that leadership, it’s about saying I am taking some action.

When we tackle climate change, we need action at an individual, community, business and government level.”

Rachel says there will still be a car at home, however, she will use the bike as often as possible.

“My husband needs use of a vehicle that doesn’t have my face on it and there will be times when I will need to travel with

other people, but for my daily commute into the office and meetings around the city, there is no need for me to have a car.”

Rachel says she has been loving the feeling of the wind in her hair and zipping past the queues of traffic.

“The great thing is you still build up some fitness too.”

Rachel and the Labour government are actively encouraging more people to make the switch to electric.

However, she is appreciative of fact a lot of people would like an e-bike but can’t afford it.

“I think that’s where the Government can potentially look at some policy, the challenge is the cost of purchasing a bike to start with, but we are seeing the prices come down.”

Hybrid Bikes owner Frank Witowski says they are becoming one of the fastest selling brands in New Zealand and abroad.

His carbon fibre designs have gained international acclaim for their light weight and carbon friendly manufacture.

Labour recently announced a raft of measures to help meet New Zealand’s 2050 carbon neutral target, create new jobs and boost innovation. It comes as the Climate Change Commission releases a report into how the country can achieve those goals.

First home buyers struggle as Nelson housing market goes ‘nuts’, Wednesday, November 25: Courtney Archer and her partner Lucas Hall have finally found their first home after a very long search. The couple have decided to build rather than buy an existing house and have just signed up for a new build with Jennian Homes.

Nutcracker brings innovation and communities together, Wednesday, December 9: The Nutcracker had an “exceptionally great” sold-out season at the Theatre Royal from December 17 – 19 with over 1000 tickets sold, according to producer, Kim Bailey. “We had over 100 members of the community involved in the show along with the six professional dancers and the innovative set-in-a-box design mesmerised the audience,” she says.

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Trading a phone for a house, Wednesday, December 2: Nikita Picugin from Barnardos Nelson is still on a mission to trade a phone all the way up to a house for the charity to use and is looking for more trades. He still has the Trek FX 1 road bike that he swapped against an iPhone December. “I have just started advertising for the bike again on Facebook and Trade Me to hopefully move on to the next item.” The fundraising initiative is called ‘Trade it up for Barnardos’.

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A survey has revealed the first and only communal king shag roost site recorded within the council’s coastal marine area. Photo: Supplied.

Rare king shag roost spotted on Nelson coast Staff Reporter Researchers have been surprised to discover a previously unknown king shag roost site on the Nelson coastline.

Nelson City Council recently carried out a coastal bird survey to gain a better understanding of significant habitats for coastal bird species on the Nelson coastline.

The focus of the survey was on variable oystercatcher and banded dotterel, but the opportunity was taken to survey for other shore and coastal birds such as gulls, terns and herons.

While the survey results are still being compiled, the unexpected discovery of south of Cape Soucis has caused great excitement among the conservation community.

The New Zealand king shag is endemic to Aotearoa and were thought to be restricted to the outer Marlborough Sounds. About 50 per cent of all existing birds are located at two colonies: Duffers Reef and Trio Islands.

The birds sighted included adults, first year birds and sub adults.

Previously ornithologists had only recorded individual young birds close to Abel Tasman National Park.

If the birds recorded are breeding

it would be an important range extension for this species, and would be “most significant” according to king shag expert Rob Schuckard.

Survey leader Nikki McArthur noted that this is the first and only communal king shag roost site recorded within the council’s coastal marine area.

With the population at only around 800 birds, a range expansion for this species could help provide a more resilient population. With such a small population and restricted distribution this species is vulnerable to single adverse weather events so could also be affected by climate change and related adverse weather events.

“King shag belongs to the blue-eyed shags, of which the six New Zealand species have relatively small populations and are all classified as either ‘Threatened’ or ‘At Risk’,” Rob Schuckard says.

King shag predominantly occupy remote rocks in the outer Marlborough Sounds and about 50 per cent of king shag breed and forage in the Pelorus Sound.”

Researchers will monitor the roosting site for any breeding behaviour over the winter months, to see if the birds are establishing a colony there.

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Live music rocks Rutherford Jonty Dine Reporter

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Following its successful hosting of Bay Dreams, Rutherford Park is quickly establishing itself as a prime venue for Nelson gigs.

The park was the setting for

Saturday’s Live in the City event which featured an impressive line-up of Kiwi talent, including Laughton Kora and Salmonella Dub. Nelson City Council acting group manager for community services Mark Preston-Thomas says it is up to event organisers

to decide which facility best suits their needs, but with a capacity of 15,000 people, Rutherford Park is a great space for events under that size.

“Rutherford Park is just one of Nelson City Council’s many wonderful parks and facilities available for the public to hire.”

Some of the action at Rutherford Park on Saturday night as part of Live in the City. Photos: Jonty Dine.

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Opinion we buy go up. Emma Nath

Your Voice Cannabis arcade locked down in garage: Amazing! Arcade games are awesome. I basically grew up in Penny Arcade in Christchurch, pumping 20 cent coins into those machines was better than a piggy bank. Good on you for taking good care of them. When's the next party?

Jodie Lee Shanae realises PT dream: That's fabulous. Any employer that will give someone with a disability a chance is wonderful. Well done.

Kay Williams

This is what happened to me when having a bathroom refit. Mitre 10 did not have the stock and it was 20 days before the goods came for my shower and vanity. There were four contractors coming and going for three to four months, one or two days a week. Very hard at the time but I survived. Both items were made in New Zealand, too.

Irene Joyce Cassidy Fundraiser for Washington Valley house fire victims: So glad you are all safe, sending thoughts and prayers your way - hope to see you all later in the year.

Eileen Townsend

editorial@nelsonweekly.co.nz facebook.com/nelsonweekly www.nelsonweekly.co.nz So so sad.

Danielle Angel Retirement village set to open in March: It is a great spot and fantastic inside - I’d live there. Murray Hart When you need normal houses in Nelson, but you get slapped with another retirement village that will be overpriced for the olds.

Jordan Woolley Just what Nelson needs another retirement village. Vinnie Coffey

Sending love to this family, if it was the faulty dryer the suppliers should be held accountable for this horrific fire.

Michelle Ashby

Summer slows for hospitality industry: Some parts of New Zealand, like the South Island’s West Coast and glacier country didn't even get a summer season. It's a ghost town area and heart-breaking to see so many places closed down or struggling.

Be thankful for what we managed to get, Nelson, and for gods sake

and agencies like MSD and HousingNZ. The Government has added fuel to the hot housing market by providing billions of dollars of cheap credit to banks at 0.25% interest. It’s core housing policies have failed because they are based on 3 myths.

Kiwibuild promised 100,000 homes nationally and 1,000 locally on the myth that the Government could build houses

faster and at less cost than housing companies. Only 700 have been delivered nationally and none locally.

Labour blamed increased house prices on foreign buyers using the Chinese as scapegoats despite data showing these numbers were negligible. Their ban on foreign buyers has made no difference.

Labour has also peddled a myth that state house sales make the

Glad you are all safe.

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Awesome. Congratulations. Lara Isabel Syder Local builders face shortages: The price rises are also due to the wage costs going up, it affects not only the direct costs but also the products

Opinion

Nelson’s housing problems got much worse last year. House prices locally soared by 20% or $100,000 to a new median of $720,000. Rents increased at record rates and much faster than wages.

Social housing waiting lists have quadrupled since 2017. I am being inundated with Nelsonians unable to find a home, struggling to pay rent and frustrated at the lack of help from Labour

New Zealand - stop promoting Queenstown. They don't need it, they are large enough and get two seasons, all the while other places are dying. Claire Busbridge

tion being 80km the whole way.

Andy Pettitt

The 80km speed limit is stupid and dangerous. A lot of people drive below the speed limit, causing frustration from others behind them, resulting in traffic driving very close behind them to push them along or others passing out of frustration.

Also, people feel they don't need to pull over now if they can do close to the speed limit, causing large groups of frustrated motorists behind them.

We need more passing lanes. Stop reducing speed limits in the name of road safety. Shane Ranson

Uncertainty over big SH6 slowdown: Terrible decision to change the speeds. Really playing to the lowest common denominator here. I travel to Blenheim and back to Nelson twice per week. Where people used to slow down to 80km from 100km, they are now slowing down from 80km to 60km. Nobody is driving to the speed limit.

It’s slow as all hell. Bumper to bumper traffic. Horrible move, which is why so many people voted against it in the first place.

Thomas Connor

I like it, I'm in no rush generally so adding 10 minutes to the journey is no biggy. There have been too many deaths on that road over the years, something had to be done.

Paul Jennings

Drove it the other day and arrived feeling relaxed. Everyone else on the road was keeping to the speed limit as well. Give it a couple of months and people will be used to it, a bit like the Richmond to Mapua sec-

problem much worse. It promised in 2017 to end such sales but has subsequently sold 146 state houses including several in Nelson. Such sales can make sense.

As Housing Minister I sold 16 Orchard St in Stoke, to enable our Nelson/Tasman Housing Trust to build six new homes for people in need. Labour pretends spending $20 million on buying the Nelson City Councils 142 flats is a solution, when

it just changes the landlord. The solution is growing total housing and all types.

National is ready and willing to assist on the real solutions like freeing up land, enabling more apartments, training more tradies and providing more support for first home buyers and social housing. Parliament needs to act urgently and work together.

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Historic mansion up for sale Staff Reporter A 100-year-old Nelson mansion is up for sale.

The house at 54 Brougham St was built between 1913 and 1918 and is down the street from the 1930s home of Griffin Biscuit and Confectionery heir, Charles Griffin.

While searching through the archives of the Nelson Provincial Museum, the current owner found original images of the pre-war home.

Thought to have been taken in the early 1900s, the images show the house in various stages of completion, including encased in sapling scaffolding which pre-dated steelwork frames.

"To have a visual record of a home's rich history is so rare and very special," Bayleys Nelson salesperson Caroline Devereux said.

"Benefitting from meticulous refurbishment that has retained the property's unique character features, it's incredible to see the northfacing silhouette relatively unchanged after more than a century," the current owner says.

"The home remains true to its original Arts and Crafts architectural style featuring exposed beam work, gabled

Photos of 54 Brougham St today and in the early 1900s. Photos: Supplied.

maximise the light and airy 3.2m high stud and direct access to a private patio.

Occupying an elevated 1251sqm site in the foothills of Nelson's Grampians,

the home comprises five bedrooms and four bathrooms.

It has a rateable value of $1.85 million.

–With NZ Herald

Water restrictions for Champion Rd residents On Monday Tasman District Council imposed water restrictions meaning Nelson residents living adjacent to Champion Road, where water is supplied from the Richmond Water Supply Scheme, will be affected.

Phase A water restrictions mean that you can do outdoor washing with a handheld hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, water blaster or bucket, water your flowers/

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pitches, bay windows, stone masonry and a stucco weatherboard aesthetic."

The kitchen, plumbed butler's pantry, and sunny dining area have been modernised to

trees/planters with a hand held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, watering systems on a timer or a bucket, water listed protected trees is allowed using these methods.

You can also water your veggie garden and fruit trees with a handheld hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, watering systems on a timer or a bucket, top up a pool, spa or water feature and use water for play.

However, you can’t water

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Nelson City Council draws the bulk of its water from the Roding River and the South Branch of the Maitai. At this stage, both these sources still have capacity. Water levels are also healthy at the Maitai Dam. However, council says at the current rate of water use and without any significant rainfall our own Stage One

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Council will keep Nelsonians informed of the latest situation with regular updates about our water supply.

Hot and dry weather is forecasted to continue over the coming month, so it’s never too early to conserve water. Council asks everyone to play their part and use water wisely.

I thought it would be timely to remind people of the steps we all need to take to protect ourselves and our communities from COVID-19. Make sure you scan in using the COVID-19 app and turn your Bluetooth function on. If you aren’t able to access the app, keep a detailed diary of where you go, when, and who you’re with. Wash your hands thoroughly, stay at home when sick and get a COVID test as well.

Remember to wear a mask on public transport and on flights.

This week I’m up in Waitangi with our Labour Caucus to attend Waitangi celebrations. This is my first visit to Waitangi as your MP, and it’s a real privilege to be able to participate in such a special event.

I’ll be back in Nelson for Waitangi Day on Saturday, kicking the day off at the Nelson Markets. Later in the day I’ll be attending a concert at the Nelson Centre of Musical Arts as part of the Adam Chamber Music Festival. I hope you all have a great week, and a fantastic Waitangi Day and weekend.

Remember to keep scanning in, wash your hands, and stay home when sick.

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Third time’s a charm for Gang Show Kate Russell It was cancelled twice last year due to Covid-19, but the Nelson Scouts Gang Show is finally hitting the stage next month.

The show’s co-director Bridget Smith says it had to be cancelled in July and again in September. It is now going ahead at the Theatre Royal from February 25 -27.

Bridget says the wait has given them the change to repolish the two-hour long, family-friendly variety show.

“There will be something for everyone, young and old, with well-known songs from Hairspray, Aladdin and Hocus Pocus.”

Lollypop ladies, a school scene, classic Scout sketches and even some fairies and chickens will be making an appearance.

“We will also be opening the show with a Covid-19 related song. It really is a full-on variety show with lots of singing and dancing.

It will be fun for absolutely everybody.”

The cast of 38 is made up of Scout and Guide members from around the region, ranging in age from 10 years

old to 77.

Bridget says they have been rehearsing every Sunday for seven hours.

“It has been so much for watching the entire cast come together and seeing them click with the songs.

We are having so much fun, there have been so many happy smiles.

“The other thing that is special for Nelson, is that the stage crew have built a 300kilo set piece for the show.”

Gang Shows originated in London in 1932 and came to New Zealand in the 1950s. They have been performed regularly throughout the country ever since.

The Nelson show was rebooted in 2018 after a 27year hiatus, thanks to Bridget and her husband, Mike.

“We think the first Nelson Gang Show was in 1969, but then it stopped in the 1980s.”

Bridget encourages people to come out and see the show.

“Come and support us, as we’ve had so much trouble with Covid-19.”

The Nelson Scouts Gang Show is on from February 25 - 27. For tickets, got to nz.patronbase. com/_TheatreRoyalNelson

The Nelson Gang Show cast during rehearsals at the weekend. Photo: Supplied.

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Final week for Al Fresco movies Staff Reporter

Nelsonians only have this week to get in and experience cinema in the great outdoors.

Taking place in parks throughout the region, Summer Movies Al Fresco this year incorporates some modern classics into its line-up and finishes with a special screening of What Really Happened; Waitangi 2011 at Founders Heritage Park on Waitangi Day, Saturday 6 February.

Community and recreation committee chair Tim Skinner says the movies were another great reason to get out and enjoy the many parks our region has to offer.

“There’s something really special about going along to an open-air movie, and combining that with the beautiful natural environment of our parks really enhances that experience into something pretty magical. I encourage everyone to go along and have that experience for themselves.”

Some screenings will be shown with English subtitles for the deaf, hard of hearing or viewers with English as a second language.

Gather a group, a picnic, and something warm to wrap up in, and join us at the venue from 7.30pm to play giant board games, enjoy the park and watch the regions’ glorious summer sunsets. Movies start at 9pm and depending on runtime, finish about 11pm. Cost $2 adult, $1 child.

Bring a torch to light your way home, and don’t forget to take your rubbish with you.

If it looks like rain, please text “Is it on?” to 021776623 after 7.30pm.

For more details about each screening, please see www.itson. co.nz

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Annelie Stephenson, the owner of Living Soil Ltd, this is her way of life.

“I encourage people to establish an edible garden and enjoy its delights,” she says. “You don’t have to run a full-

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on veggie garden or be selfsufficient. You could simply replace some of your trees with edibles and plant berries, perennial veg and herbs under the trees. They can also be medicinal, and make yummy, healthy smoothies. Annelie recommends planting with nitrogen fixers and mineral accumulators and include ‘smelly’ plants like lavender and the onion family to diffuse pests and keep a healthy balance. “I can plan your whole section layout in a functional way for wind-shelter, privacy, kids – and all with edibles.” For more information, visit ‘Living Soil. nz’ on Facebook.

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All Incredible Garden Services Ltd is a new business which has recently been established

by Eric Missen. “I’m proud to be locally owned and operated,” says Eric. “I began doing it in on the side a couple of years ago and since starting back just over a week ago, I’ve already had three or four clients which is great.”

Eric’s services include one-off, weekly, fortnightly or monthly Lawn Mowing (standard service which includes catcher & edge trimming), Weedeating/Line Trimming, Weed SprayWhen it comes to coning, Garden & Property crete kerbs, channels Maintenance services and footpaths, Letton and Green Waste & RubKerb and Channel Ltd bish Collection removal is the company to call. services. All Incredible They can do everything Garden Services Ltd is from road reconstruccurrently running a protion work, subdivisions, If you want to have more edibles in your motion – it is offering a driveways and mainte- garden, Annelie from Living Soil is here to 10 % discount for Senior nance, to concrete paths help.

Citizens & Super Gold and garden kerbing. card holders. So, if your In 1984, Martin Letton es- “We also do a lot of concrete garden needs a tidy up or you tablished Letton Kerb and driveways, patios and garden require some maintenance Channel, then in 2016, his son kerbings. We have a machine work done, call Eric for a free Darryl purchased the business that does edgings and big ma- quote on 021 445 806 or email: and renamed it ‘Letton Kerb chines that do roadside work.” eric@allincrediblegarden. and Channel Ltd.’ “For over 35 If you need some concreting co.nz. To find out more, visit years, we have specialised in work done, call Darryl on 027 All Incredible Garden Services machine laid kerb and channel, 433 0531.

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Winter was busy for Debug Nelson, getting rid of pests in people’s homes. “During the spring-

Because Big Brands office is online, they can deliver kitchen appliances, laundry appliances and home small appliances at the best prices.

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summer months, flies, spiders and ants start to take off,” says Debug Nelson owner, Shane Warland.

“During the warmer weather, flies can become an issue, when people start having barbeques and the heat brings ants out from the ground to look for food.” Shane says Asian wasps can also get very ‘friendly’ at this time of year. “Last year we had over 70 wasp callouts.” Whatever pest problem you are facing, it

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“We have two vans out on the road which cover the Top of the South region.” Debug Nelson is a member of the Pest Management Association of New Zealand. “We’re still fighting the good fight on pest control.” If you have a pest problem at your place, call Shane on 027 251 8229 or visit www.debugnelson. co.nz.

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Founded in the heart of Nelson in 2002, the award-winning restaurant, The Indian Café has been the Indian restaurant of choice for locals and tourists alike. We pride ourselves on the highest quality food and presentation and we continue to strive for excellence in bringing you a memorable cuisine experience.

Located in an old villa on Collingwood Street, the café is oozing with character, mixed with the freshness and buzz of today. Locals clearly had an insatiable appetite for our food, so in 2016, we opened a second restaurant on Queen Street in Richmond and our Stoke restaurant in 2020. Whether it is a meal before the movies or a whole evening of experiencing superb Indian cuisine, we cater for all of your dining needs.

We offer intimate table settings inside and a great courtyard area to enjoy outside dining in the warmer seasons. Our restaurants are fully licensed. The opening hours for all three locations: Lunch (Mon-Fri) 12 -2pm. Dinner (7 nights) from 5pm. Dine In or Takeaway. Phone the Nelson Restaurant on 548 4089, the Richmond Restaurant on 544 8979 or the Stoke Restaurant on 547 0008. Visit www.theindiancafe.co.nz.

Dollarsave Auto Centre Ltd is a longstanding business which is locally owned and operated by Derryl and Tanja Henman. “My father started back in the 60s as a car dealer in Richmond as Henman Motors, I started Dollarsave in 1993,” says Derryl.

“We were the Lada dealer in the 90s – people probably know us for the limousines and sports cars we’ve had.” Dollarsave is a family business who have been operating for 26 years at 221 Haven Road. “My wife works in the office, and my son works here too. We’ve been around for a long time because we do a fair job.”

The automotive repair centre has a full mechanical workshop with a full range of services, from wheel alignments, WOFs and vehicle servicing, right through to restoration/engine rebuilds. We’re well equipped to service and repair all makes and models of car.”

The experienced technicians at Dollarsave Auto will offer you a great service to make your car roadworthy for summer driving. To book your car in for repairs or servicing or view their large range of quality vehicles and caravans for sale, visit www.dollarsave.co.nz.

For all kinds of plumbing needs, locals have come to rely on Carl Stanley. He has over 30 years’ experience in the plumbing industry and has built a solid reputation for quality and value. Carl grew up in Christchurch, spending his apprenticeship years on commercial sites and new housing.

He then travelled overseas and settled in Melbourne for a Carl Stanley few years, before returning to Nelson, and after enjoying a long history with a local plumbing company, started his own business ‘Carl Stanley Plumbing Ltd.’ Carl provides an extensive range of plumbing services for domestic or commercial requirements: all maintenance plumbing, emergency callouts, alterations and extensions, new housing, renovations, replacing or upgrading hot water systems, solar maintenance and new installations, the design and installation of domestic home fire sprinklers and he can tackle tricky plumbing issues. With winter on the horizon, now is the time to contact Carl to get your logfire up and running. For all your plumbing needs, phone Carl Stanley on 0279 449 126 for a free quote. Carl works in Nelson, Stoke, Richmond and outlying areas.

Cutting Edge Signs, established in 1999 by David Guthardt (Gus) a signwriter since the 80s, has always been at the forefront of the industry in our region.

One of the first signwriters to introduce digital technology, the company has constantly been at the cutting edge. Since 2016, the business is owned by Gus and his son Matthew with Arko Biswas. The duo has not only maintained the values of Gus but taken the organisation further. It has the largest team of skilful designers, craftsmen, digital sign and LED specialists in NelsonTasman. They are the first signwriters in the region to be WorkSafe Green certified. They are also the only signwriters around who are Certified Carbon Positive Operation and part of Zero Wastage Initiative. They actively support organisations like Brook Sanctuary and Community Compost. In April-May 2020, they have distributed over 190 COVID-19 posters to local businesses at no cost or obligations.

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Brook Sanctuary founder leaves legacy Staff Reporter A man who spent 20 years working to make the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary a reality leaves a tremendous legacy for future generations, say colleagues.

Brook Waimarama Sanctuary founding trustee David Butler passed away on 20 December, 2020.

He was an ornithologist and conservation biologist whose huge contribution to his field was recognised in June 2020 with a Queen’s Service Medal. He was chair of the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary Trust from its establishment in 2004 until 2019.

Fellow trustee and founding member Derek Shaw says that Dave leaves a tremendous legacy for future generations with his long leadership role and work on establishing the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary.

“This legacy also extends throughout the country and to numerous Pacific nations through his work on many other ecological restoration projects, such as the Nature Recovery Project at St Arnaud in Nelson Lakes National Park.”

The Brook Sanctuary Project created a 700ha fenced nature reserve in the former Nelson City Council waterworks reserve in the headwaters of the Brook stream. It was first conceived in 2001.

Dave took on the role of chair of the founding steering group and

subsequently became chair of the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary Trust when it was established in 2004, only stepping down due to health issues in April 2019.

Mayor Rachel Reese says that Dave’s QSM for his contributions to conservation recognised just how much he had given to the Nelson community.

“Dave’s work was vital in taking the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary from an idea to a reality.

“Whilst it was undoubtedly due to the effort of many dedicated people, Dave showed great leadership and determination to achieve a legacy we can all be proud of.”

On receiving his QSM, Dave told local media that he shared the award with his wife Donna and their two daughters whose support “enabled him to work so hard on the sanctuary”.

"I feel very much that I'm accepting the award on behalf of quite a team of people who have been working with me," he said.

Ru Collins, chief executive of the Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, says that during Dave’s tenure as Chair the hard work to establish the sanctuary was achieved. ”We’re now in a position to embark on the next stage of engaging with the community behind the sanctuary, improving the visitor experience and restoring the living ecosystem so we can celebrate what we have as well as looking at future species re-introductions.”

David Butler was part of the team that dreamed up the Brook Sanctuary.

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The Nelson Griffins are bringing home the Hawke Cup. Nelson has won the coveted trophy for a twelfth time after playing out a draw with Canterbury Country at Mainpower Oval over the weekend.

Centuries from Nic Clarke (172) and Joseph O’Connor (120) helped the Griffins post a daunting total of 365 in its first innings.

In trouble at 57-4, the pair came together to compile a staggering 271-run partnership, batting for almost 100 overs.

It looked as if Nelson would make easy work of Canterbury’s line-up, with the cup holders struggling to 162-8 before the tail

well and truly wagged.

Zak Foulkes grinded his way to 92 from 255 balls backed up by his number ten Fraser Sheat with 76.

Thomas Zhorab would eventually make a double breakthrough as he took 4/48 to dismiss the hosts for 325.

Nelson would score 54/1 in its second turn at bat and after a long and completive three days, the game was declared a draw and Nelson the cup victors.

Skipper Brendan Hodgson says it was a huge win against a quality team.

“Canterbury Country have set the standard in our zone for a long time and to beat them at home after a comprehensive beating at Marsden Rec earlier in the season was just superb.”

Bredan says they knew that runs on the board was their best

chance to win.

“Even overnight we knew that batting was their strength, and we could expect a huge battle.”

He says credit to Nic and Joseph’s partnership was crucial.

“One of the best backs against the wall partnerships I’ve ever seen.”

Brendan admits his bowlers didn’t get the ball in the right areas during the final morning session, but the Sheat wicket just before lunch was a huge momentum swing.

“Credit to Josh Newport and Thomas, after lunch we managed to build some pressure and got that last wicket.”

Nelson has a rich history with the Hawke Cup dating back to 1958.

Nelson still holds the record for the most consecutive defences, their 28-match streak from December 1958 to February 1965

well clear of the 15-match tenures achieved by Manawatu (1934-38) and Southland (1989-1992).

Nelson’s 14-match tenure from February 1979 to February 1983 represented another indelible chapter in local cricketing history.

The Griffins have successfully defended the trophy 71 times.

In local action, Wakatu has finished the round robin of the Nelson 50-over competition undefeated.

Wakatu made it five wins from five for the season, defeating nearest rivals Stoke/Nayland at Marsden Rec on Saturday.

Ryan Edwards ensured his side would set a competitive total with 70 as Stoke was dismissed in the 44th over for 176.

Half centuries from Fergus Hughes and Campbell McLean saw Wakatu home with five

wickets to spare.

Elsewhere, Waimea Toi Toi picked up an emphatic victory over Wanderers at Jubilee Park.

The visitors collapsed to just 55 in 16 overs with Gene Gledhill and AK Dihman taking all ten wickets between them.

Gledhill did most of the damage claiming 6/44 while Dihman took the superb figures of 4/11 off eight.

In reply, Waimea made light work of the modest target, Jon Routhan finishing 24no off 19 as his side got home in the just the sixth over with nine wickets in hand.

Results: Wakatu def Stoke/Nayland by five wickets.

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Max endures pain to stay in the game Jonty Dine Max Bellis’ body isn’t quite why it used to be.

The 85-year-old has had his left knee replaced, while the right is beginning to fail him.

However, he is prepared to endure the pain for the game he loves.

Max was one of hundreds of veteran players defying their age at the Pascoes TennisNZ Seniors National Championships held in Nelson.

The local stalwart and oldest player in the tournament played four games over the weekend, pushing his physical limits.

“I am very tired and a bit achy, but I play through all these pain barriers, because unfortunately I do still love it.”

Max competed in both doubles and singles, the latter of which is becoming more difficult for him to keep up.

“It is very noticeable playing singles, it is strictly a running game, and if you can’t run, you can’t play.”

While he struggled with his running, across the court, Max says he still hits the ball pretty well.

His first match ended in a win by default after his opponent withdrew with a pulled hamstring.

“It was a bit of a shame because it was a close game, I lost the first set 6-2, but l was getting his measure.”

Max’s second singles match was against 81-year-old top seed Gary Pike.

“He was no slug, I got one game

in though. He was super fit and all over the court, I played some good shots, but they kept coming back.”

It was a similar story in the doubles as Max and his partner Bill Unwin took on national champions David Hawkes and Steve Molnar, losing 6-0, 6-0.

“They made it very hard, but we just had to keep trying and I ran my little old heart out.”

Max and Bill did manage to pick up a set in their final match of the tournament.

Max has been swinging a racquet for close to 75 years and still plays three times a week at the Stoke courts.

He has won a slew of national titles in his storied career, however, he admits he may not have many more years in him.

Max Bellis in action at the Pascoes TennisNZ Seniors National Championships in Nelson. Photo: Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport.

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Nelson swimmers shine in Wellington Peter Gibbs

NMBC will host the third round of the National Downhill Mountain Biking Series next weekend. Photo: Sven Martin.

Nelson to host MTB event on short notice Jonty Dine

and Oceania events in the past.

“It is a really technical and exciting trail. It is one of the only grade six trails in Nelson.”

Belinda says the team will need to ensure it complies with the regulations necessary for a national event which puts a big emphasis on safety.

Nelson is also experiencing a dry spell, with the current fire risk sitting a ‘blue’ to cast some doubt over the event.

“It is heading in wrong direction, but we are confident we will get through to next weekend,” says Belinda.

Spectators are invited to come and watch some of the fastest downhill mountain bikers in New Zealand with practice runs set to start at 9.30am and racing from 1.30pm.

“It has a great finish and a big keyhole area where everyone can view.”

Belinda says among the local riders will be Louise Kelly who is a favourite to win the elite women having won the 2020 Nelson DH series while Aidan Limmer and Shannon Hewetson will be ones to watch in the men’s.

It was Tuesday evening when the Nelson Mountain Biking Club got the call.

With the fire risk in Marlborough too great, the decision was made to move round three of the National Downhill series to Nelson.

Despite having just ten days to prepare, the club happily accepted the hosting rights.

The first step was to consult with the landowners, Tasman Pine Forest and Ngāti Koata, both of whom swiftly approved the event.

Belinda Crisp says, while there is a lot to organise, they have a skilled team of volunteers that know the drill.

“It will be a huge task for NMTBC to pull it together but thanks to amazing volunteers and a supportive community we are looking forward to the event.”

Close to 120 riders are expected for the race to be held on Sunday, February 7, in the Sharlands Mountain Bike Park on the iconic ‘Kaka’ trail which has been used for National

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Nelson swimmers Oxford Bayley and Abbey Smale topped the podium in the second event of this season's Banana Boat Series, Bayley improving one place from Swim the Shore in December, while Smale continued her unbeaten record in six consecutive races, after winning in Takapuna.

Following a blustery, cold Wellington Saturday, the sun rose in a cloudless sky on race day. Hardly a ripple disturbed the water.

Alex Dunkley of Auckland led the way for the first 1200m from Oriental Bay Beach to the Pt Jerningham Lighthouse, with Bayley and Wellington's Luke Kuggeleijn tucked in behind.

A second group contained Smale, along with Bronson Lloyd and Eligh Ashby of Wellington.

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Bayley decided it was time to make a move.

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It was a further 40 seconds back to Kuggeleijn. More than two minutes passed before Lloyd and Smale crossed the finish line.

Alice Adams of Auckland was the second woman to finish, a minute and 20 seconds behind Smale, with Allesandra Unsworth of Wellington, Jodie Lovell of Blenheim and Christina Harris of Nelson in a virtual photo finish for the next placings.

All through the field, some of New Zealand's best swimmers of recent decades dominated their age groups, with 79-year-old Bishop Derek Eaton of Nelson finishing in 97th place of the 507 to complete the event. Eaton wasn't the oldest in the field, that honour going to Peter Wilkinson of Auckland, who won M80-84, finishing in 297th place in a time of 1hr 3min 2sec.

Other Nelson successes in Wellington included age group gold to Christina Harris (F55-59), Angus Perham (M6064), Ben Van Dyke (M70-74) and Eaton (M75-79) and silver to Rebecca Hollingsworth (F30-34), who now lives in Wellington and Dick Bennison (M6569). Nelson bronze medal winners were Austen Dean (M25-29) and Maggy Johnston (F65-69).

Swimmers also raced over distances of 1000m, 500m, 200m and 100m.

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PHILOSOPHY DISCUSSION GROUP meets every 2nd Mon each month at the Nelson Elma Turner Library from 10-12.

Next meeting 8 Feb. Come by and share your point of view.

Zoe 027-974-1758.

NEW DAYTIME BEGINNER UKULELE class with Gretchen.

Starts Mon Feb 15, 3-4pm, held at Community Art Works, 81 Achilles Ave, Wakatu carpark. 6-week term. Email: kitesfun@gmail.com ph: 548 8707.

TEA & TALK - Mon 10am - 11.30am - Victory Community Centre - Come and join us for a cuppa tea and a wee treat. Meet new friends and enjoy morning tea served on vintage china with occasional entertainment and guest speakers. Ages 60+, $2.

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NELSON 50+ MINI WALKERS: Tues Feb 9, Isel/Marsden/ Ngawhatu. Meet 10am at back of Isel Park. Ph. Alan, 547 7690.

KIDS-N-KOFFEE COMMUNITY PLAY GROUP recommences Tues 9 Feb, 9.45 - 11.45am. 0-5 years. All Saints crèche, 30 Vanguard St. Indoor/outdoor play areas, crafts, fellowship, music session. All welcome. No charge. Ph Lois 0274331213.

SIT & BE FIT - Tues 11-11.45am - Victory Community Centre. Enjoy exercising sitting down. Keep your heart healthy and lose that “lockdown loaf” while listening to great music! A great way to make friends and meet new people. $4. $3 LUNCHTIME MEALS Do you get hungry or lonely or both at lunchtime? If it’s a Tues, Wed or Thur you’re welcome to come for a dinner type meal, at 12pm at All Saints hall behind the church, 30 Vanguard St, cost $3. Phone 5482601.

NELSON CATHEDRAL WALKING GROUP Tues - start at

Cathedral 9am, followed by morning tea in Cathedral. All welcome. Judith 027 319 8511.

WEDNESDAY RADIO CONTROL MODEL PLANES at the Wakapuaka flying site on Wed and Sun from 10am to midday, weather permitting. New members welcome. Contact Murray 021457663 for information.

LAUGH WITH THE SUN. Laughter Yoga at Victory Community Centre. Wed. 5.30 $2 koha. Bring something to lie on for relaxation at the end. Cath 5451207.

INDOOR BOWLS, come and join us for social indoor bowls and a cuppa every Wed and Fri afternoon 1:15 - 4pm.

Beginners welcome. Trafalgar Street Hall in the City. For information ph. 548 9006.

TASMAN TRACKIES CYCLING Welcome to new riders to Saxton Velodrome -Champion Rd. Wed 10am-12pm. Bikes available free of charge. Fun racing. Social coffee & chat after. Meet new people. Murray 0276450033, Malcolm 035445053.

PETANQUE IN THE CITY Wed and Sun 1.15-3pm. Come and enjoy this social game. For more information phone Roger or Shirley 5466562.

VOLUNTEER GARDENING at Waimarama Community Gardens every week. Tantragee Rd, The Brook. Wed mornings 9.20 - 12. Tools provided. On the bus stop. Ph 0211709443.

NelSONG - neurological choir restarts 10-11am 3 Feb. New venue - the Musical Theatre next to Windmill at Founders. $10 participant and caregiver. RSVP ntmtcollective@gmail.com. Ph 021 644618.

NELSON NEWBIES AND FRIENDS weekly coffee morning every Wed 10.30-11.30 am at Deville Cafe, 22 New St. New people always welcome. Phone Clive 547 2725.

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Sun, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for information and times.

THURSDAY OFF YOUR ROCKERS CHOIR recommences 2pm. Thurs 4 Feb, Baptist Church Hall, Bridge St. Mixed choir, 60 plus, singing modern popular songs. New singers and instrumentalists welcome. No auditions required. Ph. Jan 5450434.

BIPOLAR SUPPORT GROUP Meets 4.30pm, the first Thurs of the month at The White House, 11 Wainui St, Nelson. Ph: 5469317.

ACTIVE STRENGTH/BALANCE CLASS: also seated options presented. Trafalgar St Hall @ 10 am resumes Feb 4. ACC accredited provider. Mental agility, co-ordination, strength, and balance exercises. Ph Shirley 5471 433 / 021 121 8023.

FRIDAY COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE - Fri 12.30-4pm, Victory Community Centre. Designed to make treatment affordable and accessible for all. Dress comfortably in loose fitting clothing so you can roll up your pants and sleeves. Cost: Sliding Scale - $5 - $40.

GROW - We are here for you. Talk, listen, gain knowledge, understanding, change to wholeness around mental, physical, social, spiritual health. Fri 10-12, 9 Paru Paru Rd, Nelson. Ph. Patricia 547-6120.

SATURDAY / SUNDAY FREE ORIGAMI WORKSHOP: Learning how to fold Origami Ninja and making your own puppet with it! All ages welcome. Total fun! From 11am (40mins includes puppet demonstration by Japanese puppeteer Akiko Miy-

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Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757.

CARERS SUPPORT GROUP For Partners / Family / Friends who are supporting someone with cancer or recovering from cancer. Encourage, Share, Connect. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson.org.nz COLORECTAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Cancer Society Nelson 102 Hardy St, for those who are going through or who have gone through colorectal cancer, and their carers/ support people. Register 539 1137 or info@cancernelson. org.nz FEELING SAD, STRESSED, DEPRESSED, OR STUCK? Identify and explore new ways to move forward with a Life Linc Counsellor. Up to 10 face to face counselling sessions available now for individuals and couples. 548 2400 lifelinc.co.nz FOOD, IS IT A PROBLEM FOR YOU? Are you suffering from anorexia, bulimia, obesity and/or compulsive eating? Overeaters Anonymous works. Ph 0226730237. All welcome.

NELSON WOODTURNING CLUB. Join us at our club rooms for Turning, camaraderie and sharing of knowledge. New Learn to Turn classes starting soon. Ph or txt Allan for more information 021543345.

NELSON ASTHMA SOCIETY membership $15 per year to receive the most up to date information on Respiratory Health. Just email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz or phone Sue on 5441562 to join up.

amoto). Book your spot at www.trybooking.co.nz/GEW or 0272246164 HIGGINS HERITAGE PARK OPEN DAY & Steam-up, 7 Feb, 10am-3pm. 222 Pigeon Valley Rd Wakefield. Rides, model trains operating, vintage vehicles, machinery and equipment & picnic areas. All welcome. www.higginsheritagepark.co.nz WAIMEA MUSIC CLUB meets Sun 7 Feb at Loney Hall 4 Wensley Rd Richmond, 1.15pm. Ph: Clive 5530526, Pat 5445766.

ADULT LEARN TO SKATE CLASSES. Get fit having fun!

Sun 6:30pm $5 inc skate hire. Tahuna Beach skating rink.

Contact Ruby 022 632 2564.

COME FOR THE HEALTH OF IT! Need healing prayer? Find us side room St Peters Church Main Road Atawhai. Look for “Jesus Heals” flag. Here for you twice a month; next time Waitangi Day Sat 6 Feb 10am-12. It’s free, confidential, private. Queries ph5452409/0272569968.

YOGA ON THE BEACH Every Sat & Sun, 8-9.10am, Tāhunanui Beach. Everyone welcome, bring mat or towel 0275451907.

GENERAL GROUPS NELSON TASMAN FRENCH ALLIANCE - FRENCH classes for CHILDREN - Hampden Street School – After school.

New Beginners children class starting 15/2, Intermediate and advanced classes starting week 8/2. French NIGHT CLASSES ADULTS NMIT campus. New Beginners class. Beginners and Intermediate/Advanced classes starting week 8/2. For more information http://www.afnelsontasman. org/learn-french.html or email annewheelerfrench@ gmail.com ATKINS GALLERY at Founders Heritage Park, next to Founders Cafe (87 Atawhai Dr). Open all of Waitangi weekend. Exhibition of original Toss Woollaston paintings and

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