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Council merger up to us It is now up to ratepayers to decide whether the Nelson City and Tasman District Councils should amalgamate.

The Local Government Commission announced that it was issuing a reorganisation scheme for the union of the two councils at TDC headquarters in Richmond yesterday afternoon.

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cil chamber that too many “missed opportunities” for both regions was one of the key reasons for its decision. It is now in the hands of electors in both Nelson and Tasman. If they vote for the proposal a new council will be formed and running by November this year.

Voting opens on March 31 and closes on April 21, announced chairman Basil Morrison.

“A combined council would enable integrated

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Richmond’s most vulnerable residents are once again living in fear they say, after the owners of Waimea Village told them their lease payments are set to skyrocket again, just one year after it was set by an independent arbitration process.

The new lease proposal by Waimea Village owners Michael and Carolyn Wright is now more than 30 per cent of some resident’s weekly pension.

Residents own their homes, pay normal council rates and other living costs like power, food and clothing on top of the village payments.

The weekly payments cover the maintenance of the land and the wages, living costs, cars and whatever else land owners Michael and Carolyn Wright choose to claim, says the residents committee.

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per cent, however lease payments in the same time could go from $50 per week to a proposed $284, a potential increase of a massive 560 per cent.

In December 2010 Michael and Carolyn Wright – who, according to a Waimea Weekly source, bought the land for around $360,000 – said the property was worth just under $20 million and announced they were going to hike lease payments by 120 per cent.

The residents fought back, took the issue to arbitration but still saw an increase of 54 per cent slapped on their payments.

But that hike isn’t enough it seems.

Michael and Carolyn have written to residents to inform them that another increase of 126 per cent is proposed to take place next month.

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Council merger will go to the vote FROM PAGE 1 decision-making in respect of the provision of infrastructure, regulation and services to the regional community.

This will facilitate achievement of sustainable development and community well-being more effectively than two councils needing to agree on an increasing requirement for coordinated action, and will be more efficient economically.

“Both councils are in a sound financial position but a combined council would have significantly greater capacity to deliver services to residents and enhance community resilience,” he said.

The amalgamation process was started in 2009 by Aldo

Miccio, who was then a Nelson City Councillor. His petition collected the signatures of ten per cent of electors in both Nelson and Tasman.

The petition forced the Local Government Commission to investigate the benefits of a combined council. Last July the commission announced that it was issuing a draft reorganisation proposal to merge the two councils. Since then 395 submissions were sent to the commission and today it announced that it continued to believe that one council would be best for the greater Nelson/Tasman region.

Tasman mayor Richard Kempthorne, who has opposed amalgamation since Aldo started his petition, says he was not surprised by the decision but he will roll with the punches and expects Tasman voters to send it packing at the vote.

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Asked to elaborate why he felt that, he said: “I think they feel their views will be subsumed in something bigger and much less responsive than what we have with Tasman District Council and they are happy with that.”

What the combined Nelson Tasman Council will look like: A unitary authority for a united Nelson Tasman District, comprising a mayor and 16 members elected from wards as follows: One from Golden Bay, Lakes Murchison, Atawhai, two from Motueka, Moutere-Waimea, three from Richmond, Stoke and Nelson.

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‘Town’s vulnerable’ hit again by village increase lieve a company like that is behind it,” says Kit. He also says the stress of having to find extra But hope is not lost it seems, Richmond coun- money will take its toll on residents. “It will put cillor Kit Maling is vowing to help the residents pressure on other bills, they will make choices fight what he called “thievery” by the Wrights. to save money on heating and eating right and it will ruin their quality of life.”

Nelson MP Maryan Street alA son of some residents told the ready has a private members bill Weekly he was shocked at the atto try and get more protection titude of Michael and Carolyn. for the residents as the village is “I think it borders on extortion not a registered retirement vilon a vulnerable group of people. lage.

As a community we need to stop But none of that seems to bother this.” the Wrights, who are preparing Last year Richmond councillor to “gouge” even more out of resiJudene Edgar joined Kit to try dent’s life savings, says Kit. and help the residents, but with The Waimea Village Residents confidentiality of the arbitration Committee said in its monthly process, their hands have been newsletter that: “We are aptied to some extent. palled at their [Michael and This latest proposal will bring Carolyn’s] irresponsible and out the fight in local representainconsiderate proposal and the tives says Kit. extent of the levy increase. Their “I met with the guy [Michael] proposed levy is light years away last year and he is trying to take from what the committee cona lot out of that business for siders to be a fair and affordable levy payment.”

Waimea Village on Glad- himself; two cars, a house and a wage of $70,000 which is a joke.

Justifying the increase is WHK stone Rd in Richmond.

I think he has gone into a busiprincipal John Murray. Acting for the Wrights, he says he is willing to meet ness he didn’t do due diligence on. with the residents to explain the increases which “I’m flabbergasted that after a sizeable increase a give the Wrights more than $100,000 a year for year ago he can go back one year later, when inwages, living costs and motor vehicle leases. It flation is running at 4 per cent, and he wants to also includes, on top of the wages for manag- double it again. That’s ridiculous and unsustaining the area, administration costs in excess of able when you look at their [residents] incomes and how much they earn. These people are being $66,000.

“WHK should check their moral compass on gouged, this is price gouging and it’s not on. We this. This is just disgusting and I struggle to be- are going to do something about this.”

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Local lass runs off to New York Phillip Rollo

Tanya McMurtrie has her sights set on one of the world’s biggest marathons. But she’s not hoping to be richer from the experience, that job is for local foundation, Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Tanya, a Brightwater resident, has entered in the New York Marathon and is fundraising for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Her employer, ASB Bank, have a fundraising scheme where they will match the first $750 raised. Tanya hopes to raise even more than that.

She is paying for her own flights and accommodation in New York, which she wouldn’t have had any other way. But she is in search for donations to go straight to Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Big Brothers Big Sisters matches children and young people aged 6 through 18 with mentors in professionally supported one-to-one relationships.

The young people served by the Big Brothers Big Sisters programme are among New Zealand’s most vulnerable.

The organisation is a non-profit organisation funded through sponsorship, donations, and grants at both local and national level. Support from individuals, trusts and foundations, businesses, and local and central government is vital to providing mentors for children in the community.

Tanya herself is a “Big Sister” for the organisation and knows first hand how important it is for the region’s at risk children.

She joined two years ago when she was on holiday in Melbourne and is now matched up with a girl called Ashley. “From day one the whole experience has just been amazing,” she says. “I went in to do it thinking I was going to give back to it, but she just

gives me back ten fold.”

Now it is time for Tanya to give back to the foundation and she is hoping local fundraisers and supporters can help her.

Tanya competed in her first marathon in Rotorua last year, although as she found out halfway through, its hills make it one of the toughest around.

She has only been running for four years, but has now entered in many of the region’s runs.

She says the New York Marathon was something that has always featured on her to-do list. In 2010 more than 40,000 people entered in the New York Marathon, which finishes at Central Park. “I thought to myself ‘what would be the ultimate?’ and the ultimate would be running the New York Marathon.”

Tanya was not fast enough to qualify time-wise for the event, so has entered as part of a tour through a company in the North Island. “Every time I think about it I just get so excited. I was a young girl when Allison Roe won it and I remember watching it for just over two hours. The fact I can run the same streets she did, obviously I’m not going to win it, and to actually finish it is a pretty amazing thing. Especially for someone who up until four years ago didn’t see myself as a runner.”

When Tanya trained for the Rotorua marathon, her programme lasted 13 weeks. But now that she has been running half marathons for the past two years, she has plenty of faith in her own ability and fitness. “This time I’ll do a slower approach. I’ll still be running four or five times a week and in my biggest weeks I’ll be clocking up 70/80km.”

If you would like to help support Tanya you can email her at tanya.mcmurtrie@xtra.co.nz.

GO FOR IT: Brightwater resident Tanya McMurtrie is lacing up for the New York Marathon in November. She is fundraising for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

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Historic tree snaps

A large piece of the Tasman District Council liquidambar tree broke off last week. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

A large branch off “the most photographed” tree at the Tasman District Council offices snapped on Thursday night.

The liquidambar, which is at least 40 years-old, has a special significance to the region because of its size, says Tasman District mayor Richard Kempthorne.

It is also the backdrop when new citizens have their photos taken at the TDC offices after citizenship ceremonies.

Beryl Wilkes, reserves manager for TDC, says liquidambar are “not particularly well formed” within the region and that was probably the reason behind the

breakage, although the December rain and strong winds also played its part.

Council is unsure of its actual age and whether it was planted prior to the building. One council staff member says it was definitely there in 1976.

The tree is protected because of its age and size. “It’s a lovely mature tree on a major roadway.”

The broken branch has since been removed and further trimming will be done on the remaining branches to ensure there is no future damage.

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Pat on the back Supermarket employee reaches 25 year milestone

Phillip Rollo Patricia Polglase could have retired in 2011, but before she even entertained the thought of putting her feet up, she wanted to reach a milestone of working at Fresh Choice for 25 years.

Speaking on the anniversary of her very first day at Fresh Choice Richmond, previously Super Value Richmond, Patricia (66) says retirement still isn’t any closer and has enjoyed every day of the past 25 years. “I think there’s a lot of personal satisfaction but that’s about it. I didn’t expect anything. It was just a fact I was going to be here for this length of time” she says. She is enjoying every minute of it, so has no idea how long she will keep working it. At this stage, retirement isn’t on the cards. “I might start slowing down but I’m certainly not looking at quitting.

Of course I’m enjoying it, otherwise I wouldn’t be here.”

A clear favourite on the staff roster, she was given a celebration hamper by her work-mates.

She says everyone used to have a close friendship, although the increase in staff makes it that wee bit harder, especially with younger employees coming and going. “We were just a little knit group at

the start but now there’s a lot more that have come into it. I’m one of the old ones now, they’re all young and doing their own thing. Whereas I was younger when I started and used to join in.”

She calls herself a “jack of all trades” but has spent the majority of her employment on the check out. “Check out is actually my official title.”

Owner Gary Watson says Patricia is a valued member of the staff and has been at the supermarket longer than he has. “Our customers love her,” he says.

Pat started work with Gary’s father Ian Watson at almost the same time the new shop opened on its current site. Previously it was across the road.

She was part of the transition of the supermarket joining the Richmond Mall but says other than the staff size, and the increase in specials, it hasn’t changed much. “It has always been a great place to work with a real family business atmosphere”.

Patricia says the job has been good to her and living near work, she couldn’t think of a better place to work at, or better people to work with.

Her husband is also working full time and her hobbies include reading and Patricia Polglase celebrated a 25 year milestone of working at Fresh Choice Richmond. It was previously Super Value Richmond. Photo: Phillip Rollo. playing bowls.

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Vintage machines blow out cobwebs Higgins Park was the place to be on Monday for the annual Yesteryear Show.

Members and associates of the Nelson Vintage Engine and Machinery Club had close to 100 contraptions of all shapes and sizes, with some new editions this year.

Vintage tractors, transport and military vehicles, stationary engines and steam engines were all chugging away as the

smell of burning wood fuelling engine fires drifted through the park. “It was a very enjoyable show, and although the wind was blowing on Saturday we had a great turnout on Sunday,” says Allan Palmer, vintage club secretary.

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Hundreds pop into corn festival

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The birds would have seen a dozen scarecrows and flapped away, but the creations drew flocks of people to the first ever Eye Bright Sweet Corn Festival.

A scarecrow making competition might have been the main event, but all of the people in attendance were there for another reason, to try the sweet corn.

Corn fritters and corn on the barbecue were a unique and tasty treat for some, while others preferred some gelato ice cream or the classic sausage and bread.

A Model T fire engine excited some children who got to play with the siren.

Members of the National Smokefreerockquest winners, the Peasants, also performed for a healthy crowd that organisers were easily pleased with.

“We were absolutely thrilled. We had crowds more people than we expected,” says Eye Bright co-owner Adrienne Owen.

She hoped to see the Eye Bright Sweet Corn Festival continue for years to come and because it was in its first year, says people can expect plenty more events next year.

Scarecrow winners were; Ethol made

by Pinnacle House Day Service, Grace Church. Second was Teen Scarecrow with Attitude made by Olivia King and Holly Phillips. Third place was Sally and Simon made by Sian Leeworthy-Corke.

Winners took home a gift basket from Eye Bright.

Ruben, 9, and Katie Mills, 6, show off the scarecrow that they designed for the Eye Bright Sweet Corn Festival. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

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Greig Caigou I’d climbed high out above the rimrock of the large basin and had been traversing the ridgeline which was now bathed in full sun.

Down below on one side of the ridge a flotilla of mountain ranges floated in a sea of fog while off in the distance some rowdy kea heralded my presence to all the wild horizons beyond.

I was tired, chest still thumping from the exertion of the climb, but I loved it. Easing down onto a chunk of granite I sat to take it all in and somehow none of the battles to get here mattered anymore. There had been the choked chasms of the gorge far below and then the grind up the steep side of the waterfall.

I was in Fiordland and the panoramas

are as picturesque as anywhere.

I love these mountain-top moments and they have become a favourite retreat for me. During those times to pause I can take everything in, life slows down somewhat and I’m reminded again of some lyrics from a song my parents used to sing: “The stars are the candles and they light up the mountains, mountains are altars of God. Oh the place where I worship is those wide open spaces, built by the hand of the Lord.”

In my late teens I easily turned to Christianity because of all those times I had spent in such wide-open spaces. The Bible says in the book of Romans; “For since the creation of the world his invisible attributes, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been

made.”

There is a God-shaped vacuum in all of us that cries out to be filled and for me these extra-special times at rest out in the hills refreshes the scope of my place in all of creation and reminds me again of my connection to God and how I should respond.

Perhaps you too can find those moments to pause and reflect and connect again to God, then you also will know the bigness of God for your life.

This is especially so as we come out of our Summer breaks away with family and friends and as the New Year gets fully wound up again and pressures push in.

As a wise old lady once said “Beware the barrenness of a busy life”.

Find your particular place of solitude.

Pause a while, reflect, reconnect.

From My Desk • Nelson Anniversary weekend would have been spent by many at our spectacular national parks with glistening golden sand beaches, turquoise crystal clear waters or perhaps walking or biking up our mountain ranges. Just a few fantastic reasons why we love our beautiful region and so many people choose to visit.

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Wakefield Community Council Report The Wakefield Community Council would like to wish everyone the very best for 2012 and we hope that you have had an enjoyable festive season, reveling and relaxing with family and friends. We would also like to thank a small group of volunteers for putting up the Christmas lights and decorations - your efforts are greatly appreciated.

As always, we would like to welcome anyone who is interested in joining the Wakefield Community Council to attend our next meeting, being held at St Johns Worship Centre on Tuesday 14 February at 7.30pm. Or alternatively, if you have an issue you wish to raise or a particular topic you have an interest in, please feel free to attend at any time. One of the key focus areas for the Wakefield Community Council for 2012, is to breathe some life into the future community projects and ideas that were discussed when Peter Kenyon facilitated community meetings some time back. We aim to discuss at least one topic at each of our upcoming meetings, in roughly the following order: Develop an action focused leadership group, Retain the Village nature of Wakefield, First impressions of Wakefield, Services to retain or introduce, National cycleway, Community venues, Heritage buildings and green spaces, and Youth.

Finally, if you would like to contribute an article about someone or something related to Wakefield to this forum, then please feel free to contact me on 541 9005. We are always interested in hearing more local news.

Sonia Emerson, Secretary/Treasurer

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Mainly Music Mainly Music is an opportunity for adults and young children to build memories and spend time together.

Each week, parents and caregivers bring their children for a thirtyminute session of music, rhyme, movement, listening and more. The adults must participate in the session, and in fact, it is vital that they do so, because this encourages the children to enter into the actions and singing. At this session, adults and children are given snacks and refreshments, enjoying each other’s company, and developing social skills. It also allows adults to meet others with young children, providing support for each other. It’s on Mondays at 10am at the Wakefield Village Hall starting on February 13.

Cost $2 per family. Please contact Wendy Milson 544 7596 for more information.

Guiding in Wakefield & Brightwater - twin peaks rural district Guiding in Wakefield and Brightwater starts the second week of Term 1, week beginning 13 February. Pippin & Brownie units will start on Thursday 16th at Wakefield Scout Den. Please contact Vin Law on 541 9190.

Brightwater Guides meet at Brightwater Scout Den – for starting date and day of the week, please contact Sarah Arnold on 541 9481.

Waimea Units (Trinity Church) Pippins, Brownies & Guides - Start week beginning 13 February.

St Arnaud Guide Club - restarting on Monday 13 February contact Fiona Ferens on 03 5211826 Fees are due for Term 1 at the beginning of Term and no later than March 1st. It’s great to have the Wakefield Brownies in action once again and we also welcome two new leaders to Brightwater Guides. For more information please contact: Sue Burrowes, DC Twin Peaks RuralDistrict, Girl Guiding NZ on 541 9689.

Wakefield School PTA Fundraising Due to fantastic community support, the Wakefield School PTA managed to raise $30,000 in 2011 to contribute to the $40,000 cost required to develop a new junior playground at Wakefield School. The playground is required due to roll growth and will help support new entrant children in their transition to school as well as provide age and ability appropriate equipment for the younger children to assist with the development of fine and gross motor skills, spatial awareness, co-ordination, strength, and agility. With the wonderful support of businesses and community within Wakefield and further afield, this project has been able to proceed quickly. Landscaping work is now underway and children are extremely excited to watch the development of their playground. The Wakefield School PTA would like to thank everyone who supported this

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WINDOW ON WAKEFIELD to see on offer, if there is something happening that we are not yet aware of in the community, or perhaps you can be a provider for a new activity, please email Vanessa at enquiries@mouterehills. org.nz Plus don’t forget the popular “Live Well, Stay Well” group which meets once a fortnight at 9:45am – 11:00am at the Wakefield Village Hall (on Tuesdays prior to the Over Fifties Flexicise).

This is a healthy living and social group for the over 50’s living in both Wakefield and Brightwater where a varied programme is arranged being both informative and fun. The first speaker for the year is on March 20 where Fiona Newery will be speaking to the topic “The Cycle Trail is coming to Wakefield”. For further details please check out the website www.mouterehills.org.nz or call Vanessa on 543 2516.

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Emily, Lochlan, Ezra, Anthea Joy, Gabriella, Neviah and Hamish enjoy morning tea at the Christmas Session of Mainly Music. project - it has been greatly appreciated. Thanks to Tasman District Council, one of the outdoor summer movies was screened in Wakefield over the holiday period. The Wakefield School PTA hosted this event as a way to give back something to the community and provide a fun, family orientated event in Wakefield. It was fantastic to see so many people attend the evening and special mention must be made of Dawn Gaul and Linda Simmonds from First National and Grant Chaney from Ray White who supported this event.

Local Businesses Sponsor School Summer Holiday Reading Programme During the 2010/2011 summer holidays, Wakefield School trialled a Summer Holiday Reading Programme to encourage students to read regularly over the holiday period. It proved popular and feedback was so positive it was decided to continue each summer.

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and each Wednesday they visit the school library to discuss what they have read with teachers and librarians. They then select new books for the next week. At the end of the holidays students who have met the requirements of the programme are rewarded. This year we are fortunate to have gained sponsorship for the programme from local businesses.

Wakefield School would like to thank the following businesses for their sponsorship and also staff and parents who have contributed: Waimea Contract Carriers Ltd, Bryant Logging, 88 Valley Engineering.

WAY2GO is a Tasman District Council established initiative providing opportunities for people to get active and increase fitness levels in a fun and social environment. Way2Go programmes are affordable offering a great way to meet new people while having a positive impact on health and well- being. The Wakefield Programme is being co-ordinated by Moutere Hills Community Centre. If there is anything that you would like

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Pilates with Lynda Mabin 6:50pm – 7:40pm St John Worship Centre (starts 31 Jan) Yoga 7:00pm – 8:15pm Wakefield Methodist Hall

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Wednesday Sewing Group 9:00am – 12:00pm Wakefield Village Hall (starts 11 Jan) Just Gymnastics with Linda Mace From 2:00pm Wakefield School Hall Classical Pilates with Sue Wilson 6:00pm – 7:00pm Wakefield Village Hall (starts 1 Feb) Daidokan Karate with Andrew Paxton 7:00pm – 9:00pm Wakefield School Hall (starts 18 Jan)

Thursday Aerobics with Lynda Mabin 9:05am – 9:50am St John Worship Centre (starts 2 Feb)

Sunday Daidokan Karate with Andrew Paxton 10:00am – 12:00pm Wakefield School Hall (starts 15 Jan)

Pilates with Lynda Mabin 9:55am – 10:45am St John Worship Centre (starts 2 Feb) Zumba with Lynn 6:00pm – 7:00pm Wakefield Village Hall (starts 12 Jan)

For further details please check out the website www.mouterehills.org.nz or call Vanessa on 543 2516

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Take a scenic drive around Best Island to the sweeping greens of Greenacres Golf Club. Golfers are rewarded with breathtaking views and 18 beautifully maintained holes to test or hone their skills.

With the 2012 golf season about to begin, Greenacres Golf Club is holding a membership drive, excited at the prospect of encouraging new or returning golfers to their club and the skilful sport of golf. The season will officially begin with the Club Open Day being held on Saturday February 4, which welcomes anyone who wants to play, whether you’ve played golf before or not, to come along for a round and experience what the club offers for a minimal entry fee.

Participants are placed in groups at one of the 18 holes and begin on a “shotgun start” at 10am, meaning that everyone tees off at once. It takes about four hours to complete the 18 holes, and there is a prize giving afterwards for anyone who performed well. There will be drinks and nibbles available in the clubhouse to enjoy as you mingle with fellow golfers. It’s a great opportunity for new players to experience the sport, or returning players to see what Greenacres Golf Club has to offer.

The following Tuesday, February 7, is the Women’s Open Day. The day is run on the same formula, and while the Club Open Day welcomes anyone, men and women, the Women’s Open Day is all about giving ladies a chance to play with their

friends without so much pressure placed on competing well.

The Women’s 9 Hole Open Day is on Thursday February 16, and their season begins from then.

Played every Thursday, the 9 hole golf option gives women the opportunity to play and enjoy golf without having to commit to playing 18 holes each time. The rounds take less time and are less strenuous than playing all 18 holes, and it’s a great way to meet up with friends and socialise with other women in the community.

The Club Open Day on February 4 signals the start of the 2012 season. Throughout the season, club members have the chance to play in tournaments at varying skill levels. The Club Championships require players to partake in a qualifying round, which separates them into groups of 16 based on ability. This allows more skilled players to engage in fair competition, while those who play at a higher handicap are competing amongst equals. This gives everyone a greater chance to win their division, as you compete with others at your level rather than the entire spectrum of skill.

The Sunshine Veterans Classic is a tournament for over 55’s run on Wednesday February 8 and Thursday 9. Entries close Wednesday February 1 however, so if you’d like to play, make sure to get in quick to register. Spectators are welcome for those who want to watch the action or be there to support a loved one.

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IN STORE NOW Greenacre’s resident NZPGA professional Alistair Palmer is available for coaching and one-on-one lessons at the club. have the chance to partake in interclub tournaments. Golfers compete on three 18 hole courses and six 9 hole courses within the Tasman region. More skilled players can compete in the Elite Group, known as the Tasman Cup for men and the Westrupp Cup for women.

There are equivalent handicap tournaments for those who aren’t up to competing with the professionals.

Greenacres has a reputation for producing skilled golfers, with four out of five of the Tasman District’s representatives in 2011 being members of the club. This is in part due to the high level of coaching available at Greenacres. One coach of note is Alistair Palmer, the resident NZPGA professional at Greenacres.

Alistair is available for one-on-one lessons with club members that cover any aspect of your game, be it driving and pitching, putting and chipping, or getting your ball out of that troublesome bunker. Group lessons are also available for a lower charge, and under 19’s are

coached at half price.

As of September last year the management of Greenacres was passed into the capable hands of Derrick Gould. Recently retired, Derrick was thrilled when a friend mentioned the position was available. He has played golf all his working life, both in South Africa and New Zealand, competing in tournaments himself and loving the game. “I work from 9 until 3.30 and then go play 9 holes of golf. The course is fantastic; it’s quite unique because it’s on an island.”

He encourages new members to sign up and take advantage of the perks the club offers.

“We’ve got such a fantastic facility but there’s always room for more members. We get maybe sixty people playing the course daily, but there’s room for twice that many.” Members can play on the course any time, store their golf clubs, and also have insurance on their clubs in case they are broken or damaged while playing.

Members also get a significant discount on greens fees at Greenacres as well as many

Full range of quality golfing equipment also available at our new pro shop at Greenacres Golf Club!

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These include Rarangi Golf Club in Picton, Pakuranga Golf Club in Auckland, Invercargill Golf Club, Harewood Golf Club in Christchurch, St Claire’s Golf Club in Dunedin and Boulcott’s Farm Heritage Golf Club in Lower Hutt. Members of these clubs will enjoy the perks at affiliated clubs, so even if you travel a lot it’s worth becoming a member at Greenacres to take advantage of the other clubs nationally.

There is a cafe and catering available, with hot and cold drinks as well as meals and homemade snacks to enjoy after a round of golf. With ca-

tering managed by Jenny LeFrantz, Greenacres has the facilities to host functions for anything from a birthday celebration or school reunion to a wedding reception, with outside catering also available if you’d like to use another venue.

The cafe is open Tuesday to Sunday, as well as public holidays excluding Christmas day.

Whether you’ve played golf before or are just starting out, come along to the Club Open Day on February 4 to enjoy a round of golf within the beautiful setting of Best Island, and experience the fantastic facilities offered by Greenacres Golf Club.

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Women’s expo returns to region The annual Women’s Lifestyle Expo returns to the NelsonTrafalgar Centre this April.

This must-see event for women changes every year and the 2012 Expo will have some great new features including a new Craft Zone and an extended Taste of NZ Zone.

Renee Murray, from organisers Peacock Promotions, says last year the Taste Zone was very popular so this year they have managed to add even more sites in and also include some different gourmet delights on offer.

“We like to have interactive sites within the Expo and the chance to try new and different food proved to be a lot of fun last year.”

The Women’s Lifestyle Expo has over one hundred local and national companies on board this year with products ranging from skincare to Indian head massages. Plus there will be some great items on sale and lots of those famous Expo specials says Renee.

“There are some fabulous companies in this region that many of us don’t know about because we simply don’t drive past that area, or have always been meaning to visit but we get sidetracked with daily life and never get there.

The Expo allows you to discover these companies in one fun day. Our expo has really struck a chord with local women through our personal approach and ability to feature items not normally seen at other exhibitions.”

A new exhibitor to the Expo, Shott Beverages, will be showcased in the Taste Zone sampling and selling their award winning coffee syrups, smoothie bases and yummy cocktail mixers. Based in Wellington Shott Beverages have gained a NZ wide following and are well known for their their coffee syrups which are used in

the best cafes and restaurants. They find the Expo a great place to meet thousands of women in one weekend and the personal environment allows them to easily promote their company and answer questions about their products.

With a few months to go until the Expo weekend there are some sites left available. If you are interested in being involved please see www.expos.co.nz or email renee@peacock.co.nz.

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Left: Tina Main, and Maddie Main, 12, search through some of the unqiue market stalls on offer at the Washbourn Garden Festival held on Monday. The festival is a fundraiser for the Richmond Playcentre and is held annually on Nelson Anniversary. Dozens of local stalls flooded the gardens with huge numbers of visitors. Above: Callum Schubert, 8, Louis Gillard, 12, and Max Gillard, 8, eat candy sticks at the festival. Photos: Phillip Rollo.

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lANGUAGE & CUlTUrE: NZ Sign language l1a: Tues 14 Feb, 8 wks, $95 Chinese Mandarin: Tues 14 Feb, 8 wks, $90 Dutch language connection: Wed 15 Feb, 8 wks, $70 French – Travellers or Beginners l1-l3: Wed 15 Feb, 8 wks $70

German – Beginners or Int: Tues 14 Feb, 8 wks, $85 Spanish – Travellers / Beginners l1: Tues 21 Feb, 7 wks, $70/$85

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Spend $30 in any store/café at Fashion Island and go into the draw to win a lunch for two at Morrison Street Café, on Valentine’s Day (14 February), valued at $70 (lunch and a glass of wine each) plus $100 gift voucher to be used at any store in the centre.* OPEN SE VEN DAYS

HoME & GArDEN: Botany - Native Plants: Thurs 16 Feb, 6 wks, $65 Cheesemaking: Ricotta/Halloumi - 6-9pm Thurs 23 Feb, $50 Cheesemaking: Camembert/Feta or Parmesan/Edam,

Thurs 1 or 15 Mar, 2 wks, $95

Cooking – International: Mon 13 Feb, 5 wks, $85 + ingredients.

Gardening – Growing Food: Thurs 9 Feb 8 wks, $65 Home Preserves: Thurs 8 Mar, 4 wks, $65 Home Handyman: Mon 20 Feb, 4 wks, $69 Sewing: Thurs 9 Feb, 8 wks, $89 Upholstery: Tues 21 Feb, 4 wks, $80 MUSIC: Guitar – Beg or Intermediate: Thurs 9 Feb, 8 wks, $69 Ukulele: Tues 14 Feb, 8 wks, $69 lEGAl: Family Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney: Thurs 9 Feb, 3 wks, $40

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Women In Business Is quality important to you?

At Siggies Signs, quality is paramount, and something Brenda and Paul strive to achieve for every customer.

Every sign is produced with the highest quality materials at an affordable price, with no job too big or too small; every job is undertaken with a high standard of workmanship because we know what’s important to you.

When you approach Siggies Signs you’ll be greeted by the friendly face of Brenda, who can handle all your signage enquiries and outline the process to make Brenda Baigent everything as hassle-free as possible. Paul then takes care of your signage needs, from the initial design and layout right through to construction of the final product.

Come in today for your complimentary, no obligation quote, or we can come to you. We’ll take as much time as necessary to discuss your ideas and make sure you’re happy. It’s our goal to get your signs just right so that they can work for you and your business.

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Healthcare that is excellent, accessible and caring is the philosophy and practice of Washbourn Medical Centre. Dr Lucia Mitchell has been at the medical centre since 2003, with Dr Janine Bailey, practice manager Julia McGrath and receptionists Julianne Horner and Nancy White. They moved into spacious and bright custom-built premises at 12 Oxford Street in 2006 and provide personal, friendly healthcare. In 2010 the practice gained Cornerstone Accreditation from the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners - a warrant of fitness for patient well-being and safety. Washbourn Medical Dr Lucia Mitchell Centre comprises of a warm, caring team supporting the doctors and welcoming patients. Teamwork and communications are important to everyone at the Centre and the result is an experienced team who are confident in their roles. Professional development and training is encouraged with a new treatment for osteoporosis available for certain patients. Dr Mitchell’s interests outside medicine are music, reading and family.

New Years Resolution to be fit and healthy? We have something fresh and fun for you!

Lyndelle (Dell) Neho has recently returned to work after the birth of her second baby and is an inspiration to all those wanting to lose weight, gain muscle and/or get fit. Dell is a confident, qualified individual who has joined up with Aimee Banks at Aimee Banks & Dell Neho Evolve Fitness gym. Aimee is a well known trainer with proven results, including national lifting championships.

The 8 week Health and Fitness challenge is designed to be full of fun, it’s challenging and motivational while helping those who join reach their goals and feel fabulous about themselves. Aimee and Dell will boost your fitness levels and push you for great results. Each week xfit “work out of the day” challenges will be made and total team weight loss % will be recorded. On the final day is a fun xfit games challenge. Register Now on 538 0005 Lynda Richards is the owner operator of BabySpace, a well-established centre in Richmond offering high quality care and education for children aged from 6 months to 3 years. Her 30 years in early childhood education is evident in every aspect of the exceptional environment she has set up.

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Gr wing Things

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shed tunnel and filled his boots and soaked his trousers in dairy effluent ( Cow urine!) The strange smell at the back door was enough to let me know he wasn’t joking and I still can’t have those boots in the house.

A few days after that I came home to find him looking very sheepish as he told me that he had just come from the mechanics. Lots on his mind, he said, and had stopped to fill his truck and proceeded to put 14 litres of petrol into a diesel tank! A rather expensive mistake and one he will not make again I am sure. Things must get better from here on..!

Back to the garden, which is a much safer place for the both of us at present.

The first month of the year seems to have just flown past quickly and I do hope you are having better start to it than we have!

They say things “happen in threes” – if this is the case we had better hope that’s right!

Firstly I was pulled over the other week by a very friendly (and very young!) policeman and was told that I had not stopped at an intersection and would I be so good as to pay a $150 fine. I was very embarrassed and apologised etcetera, but the fine still had to be paid. Off home to explain to John what I had done. No worries, says he, and proceeds to tell me of his day. Going over a farm that day he took a short cut under a dairy

Before planting out daffodils and freesias make sure the ground is well dug over and the addition of some bulb food and compost is a good idea.

A couple of months ago I emptied out some bulbs from old pots that I wanted to throw out. I ended up with loads of mixed bulbs which have now dried off well and will be replanted in the garden in a week or two. February is the month to replant bulbs and already we are seeing anemones, ranunculus and early flowering crocus in the shops.

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Now is also a good time to check on your houseplants and pots that may have dried out while you have been away. If the mix has shrunk from the sides leave the pot standing in a bucket of water for a while and then apply a wetting agent like Saturaid that we spoke of last time. Many ferns also need trimming back at this time of year and a liquid feed will help them put on fresh new growth.

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Sprinkle over the rest of the salt, add the cinnamon stick, star anise etcetera half fill with lemon juice, and seal. Leave for 4 or 5 days turning the jar over, until they have produced quite a lot of juice, then top up the jar with more lemon juice so that they are completely covered.

Seal the jar and leave for up to 6 weeks before using. To use the lemon, remove from the brine and discard the pulp. Use the rind finely sliced to flavour Mediterranean dishes, or in sauces, dressing etc. Store in the fridge once you have opened the jar.

I was given two tajines for Christmas and so I have no excuse not to use my preserved lemons in this Moroccan style cookware.

Q& A Q: Kirsty from Tahuna wanted to know a bit about the “new” insect pest that has been attacking our tomato and potato crops for the last couple of seasons. I was given some information by the good folk at Bay Nurseries so here goes.

A: The tomato/potato psyllid is from North America and was first detected in NZ in 2006.

The psyllid adult and nymphs cause damage to the plants by feeding on the leaves and by transmitting a bacterial pathogen called Liberibacter, that lives in plants.

On tomatoes the damage can be seen as a curling and cupping of the leaves, slight yellowing of the growing tip and fruit may be small and misshapen.

On potatoes the same curling and scorching effect can be seen. The stem can be swollen and the plants collapse prematurely. When plants are dug they have not formed tubers.

Control: It is thought that several insecticide sprays currently on the market may help but none have been fully tested in NZ. Confidor and Mavrick are the two suggested but would have to be used on the underside of the leaves every 7 to 14 days to kill the nymphs ( most insecticides will not kill eggs.) Strengthening the plants with Seasol and adding Neem pellets to the soil may also aid in helping the plants fight this pest.

I hope this helps Kirsty but not a lot is known about the life span of these pests, it’s all a bit trial and error!

Until next time – enjoy the summer!

Sport

Tigers denied in super over Phillip Rollo

It only took one hit from ACOB’s Marty Kain to edge the competition’s newcomers towards a final spot and also to deny the defending champions, WTTU, the right to contest at Saxton Oval.

The Richmond cricketer clubbed a six in the first ball of ACOB’s super over needing only three runs after he had picked up two wickets during Robbie’s Bar & Bistro Waimea Toi Toi United’s sole over.

Both teams had completed their innings on 127.

The result, combined with WTTU’s earlier eightwicket loss to Hot Mama’s Motueka now sees Car Company Stoke/Nayland and ACOB in the driver’s seat with only one weekend left in the round robin before a date at Saxton Oval is confirmed.

Ricky Edwards’ 36 and Mason Thelin’s 39 helped in WTTU’s original run chase, chasing 127. Before eventually falling just one run short of victory at 127 for nine.

WTTU had reached just 111 against Motueka, which was in return reached in just the 13th over with only two wickets down.

Greg Hay and skipper Jon Routhan both reached 25 runs while Mason added a solid 21.

The day didn’t get much better for WTTU’s neighbours, Taylor’s Contracting Wanderers, who had two losses in their matches.

Daniel Cooper hit 59 runs in their opening 44-run loss to Stoke/Nayland before being beaten by Motueka. Sam Ellis hit a half century in the second match. They could only manage 141 for 6 after winning the toss.

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Pat and Teryn had previously beaten Sam McCreary and Marlborough’s Luka Velebit in the semi-final and Jack Robb and Dylan Wells in the quarters.

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Around 20 of the region’s top players took part.

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Derby action ignites crowd

An oil leak ignites on Richmond driver Andre Evans’ car during the Classic Hits Demolition Derby on Saturday. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

Phillip Rollo The bash, crash and smash returned for the Classic Hits Demolition Derby as forty drivers left literally everything on the clay.

Saturday night’s wildest ride went to Richmond’s Andre Evans. With his car engulfed in flames he continued to speed around the Tahuna Beach Holiday Park Speedway course for at least 15 seconds before his derby hopes were extinguished.

It was the 24th time Andre had entered the derby, but it was clearly the most exciting for the Jacks Tyres employee who was also competing against his boss. When he saw

flames coming through the bonnet, after an oil leak, he wasn’t prepared to stop. “I just wanted to go faster and keep going.

But that’s when I spun out and I thought I better stop when I saw the fire-fighters come running over,” he says.

It was survival of the fittest and despite this year’s prize package given to the driver who completed ten laps first, there were only a handful of drivers left to weave their way through the wreckage.

Winner, Isaac Russ, used all his speedway nous as he made the transition from production saloon to derby car. He says the $500 prize money will go towards a super

saloon he is building from scratch and was clearly stoked to win. “I’m absolutely rapt eh. When I was lining up at the start I thought there was no way I was going to win this. I thought there was no point trying, I may as well go out and have some fun,” he says. “But the car kept going; it didn’t even lose any water.”

Isaac had been given the car by his boss and was planning on giving it to his brother Josh to use for spare parts. But he entered it in the derby instead. He says the secret was making sure you hit, without damaging the radiator.

One driver who had entered in the Classic

Hits Demolition Derby for the first time was Kenny Nolan. Kenny, along with two friends, one of which is street stock driver Daniel Kitto, was still buzzing the morning after the race. He says his tactics for the race went out the window as soon as the green light flashed and judging by the front of his car, he got plenty of good hits in.

Kenny was the first out of the trio in the infield, but says he will definitely be back next year. “I had a front on hit and it ruined me,” he says.

Daniel took a nasty hit to the driver’s side door, but was unharmed.

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SPEEDWAY: Dale Ewers has lost the 1NZ title, finishing 17th place at the New Zealand Super Stock Championship in Huntly over the weekend. Craig Boote was the next best finisher in 20th place. Dale will now switch focus to the team’s champs in Palmerston North this weekend where the Nelson Tigers will hope to make up for last year’s disappointment. Saturday night at the Tahuna Beach Holiday Park Speedway featured three different club championships. 9n Rex ‘Pumpkin’ Collier took out

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the stockcars with 73n Shannon Marr claiming street stock glory. 2NZ Dallas Kelman and Adie Drake won the sidecar event through a run off, after they had a rare loss.

CROQUET: Greg Bryant is now a double national champion, claiming the single and double titles last weekend. The win moves the Richmond Croquet Club member into the top six ranking in the world.

RUGBY: Taylor’s Contracting Wanderers will now contest the Nelson Bays division one rugby competition for 2012. Wanderers are the current division two champions and will field a team in each of the divisions this year. One notable addition to the club is ITM Cup hooker Dan Perrin.

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Navigation Safety Bylaw: Temporary Reservation for swim races, Tata Beach, Waitangi Weekend, 4 or 5 February 2012

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Swim races at Tata Beach previously authorised for early January were postponed due to recent flooding, and have been rescheduled for Waitangi Weekend.

Tasman District Council’s Harbourmaster has granted a temporary reservation of part of the waters that lie between Ngawhiti Island and Tata Beach for sea swim racing between 8.30 am and 12 noon on either Saturday 4 or Sunday 5 February 2012. The effect of the temporary reservation will be to prevent other activities, including water skiing, from occurring within that area for the time specified. The water ski access lane will be closed for the duration of the event.

A number of conditions have been imposed on the organisers of the event. These conditions may be viewed by emailing gbswimming@gmail.com, or calling Tasman District Council’s Harbourmaster on 03 543 8400 during office hours.

Boil Water Notice Pohara and Dovedale Water Schemes As a result of recent heavy rain events, the quality of the water from the Pohara and Dovedale Water Schemes has been compromised. It is therefore recommended that as a precaution, householders continue to boil their drinking water, until further notice.

You are advised to boil all your drinking water for at least one minute for the following: - Drinking water - Food preparation - Utensil washing - Washing your teeth - Pets - Ice Thank you for your co-operation. For further information please call the Council on Ph. 03 543 8400.

Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicle Road Closure) Regulations 1965, notice is hereby given that that for the purpose of allowing the Nelson Drag Racing Association to carry out drag racing at the Motueka Aerodrome the following road will be closed to ordinary vehicular traffic for the periods and times indicated hereunder.

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Period of Closure: 9.00 am to 4.00 pm – Saturday 4 February 2012.

community notices Rider Training – Learn how to be a better motorcycle and scooter rider Saturday 11 February 2012 – Progressing Riders on road training Sunday 12 February 2012 – Advanced Riders on road training Progressing Riders: for those just starting out, or without any formal training.

Learn some practical techniques to keep yourself safe on the road.

Advanced Riders: for those wanting a tune-up. This is a chance to brush up on your skills and fill any gaps in your knowledge.

To enrol or find out more contact: Krista Hobday Ph. 03 543 8551, email: krista.hobday@tasman.govt.nz

Rates invoices The third rates installment was posted on the 1 February 2012 from Auckland and needs to be paid by 28 February 2012. The best way to pay on time, and avoid penalties, is via direct debit.

For more information on rates and payment methods go to www.tasman.govt.nz/property/rates or contact the rates team on Ph: 03 543 8400 or email: rates@tasman.govt.nz

community notices Brightwater Horticultural Society Summer Flower Show Brightwater Hall, Brightwater Saturday 4 February 2012 - 1.00 pm to 4.30 pm Sunday 5 February 2012 - 9.30 am to 4.30 pm Plants, gifts, cake and produce stalls, floral art display, gladiolas, dahlias and many other flowers in exhibition.

Admission: adults $3, children free New exhibitors welcome For more information phone: 03 542 3414 or 03 542 3737

Give Customer Services a call on Ph. 03 543 8400 24hrs a day, seven days a week and we’ll arrange to get it fixed.

Connect with Customer Services

council meetings Agendas and Minutes for Council Meetings can be viewed on Council’s website at www.tasman.govt.nz

Get FOUND Are you looking for contacts for local clubs or groups? The best place to start is www.found.org.nz. This comprehensive database of contacts for community groups has been operating for 30 years, has over 1700 groups listed and had over one million visits to its website in 2010.

Feel free to contact us:

Murchison 92 Fairfax Street Murchison 7007 New Zealand Phone 03 523 1013 Fax 03 523 1012

Golden Bay Community Board Fire Brigade Hall, Collingwood, Tuesday, 14 February 2012, 9.00 am. Public forum

Tasman District Council Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday, 16 February 2012, 9.30 am. Public forum

Tasman District Council Email info@tasman.govt.nz Website www.tasman.govt.nz 24 hour assistance Motueka 7 Hickmott Place PO Box 123 Motueka 7143 New Zealand Phone 03 528 2022 Fax 03 528 9751

Engineering Services Committee Bainham Hall, McKay Pass Road, Bainham, Thursday, 2 February 2012, 11.15 am. Public forum

Motueka Community Board Motueka Office, 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka, Tuesday, 14 February 2012, 4.00 pm.

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www.tasman.govt.nz all you need to know

Richmond 189 Queen Street Private Bag 4 Richmond 7050 New Zealand Phone 03 543 8400 Fax 03 543 9524

Life isn’t always a bed of roses - but it shouldn’t stink! Got a bad smell in your street or a broken sewer pipe?

Takaka 78 Commercial Street PO Box 74 Takaka 7142 New Zealand Phone 03 525 0020 Fax 03 525 9972

Environment and Planning Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday, 16 February 2012, 11.30 am. Public forum Corporate Services Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday, 23 February 2012, 9.30 am. Public forum

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Join Croquet at Richmond We welcome new members to Golf croquet Thurs & Sundays at 1pm -contact Sheryl 5410623. Association croquet-Wed & Sat 10am - contact Betty 5447268 - See you on our lawns in Queen St. Opp. ClubWaimea.

Nelson Nines Rugby Pro Rugby League Nelson 9s Rugby League Tourney, March 10. Enjoy an action packed day of fun, entertainment & rugby league nines.

All ages – carnival atmosphere, family friendly, fancy dress prizes, food stalls & beer tent. Info & tickets at www.tasmanrugbyleague.co.nz SPORTTASMAN Club Recreation 9 Cambridge St, Richmond 5443955. $4 FITNESS. EASYBEAT Mon&Fri 9am. EASE IN2 EASYBEAT: Mon&Fri 11:15am. SHAPEUP: Mon&Fri 10:10am. SIT & be FIT: Fridays 11:15am. EASE in2 CYCLING: Mon 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm . CLUB50: Tues 9:30am, Seniors, social recreation & outings. NEW member welcome $3 . WALKING GROUP: FREE Mon 9:30am. FUN HOUSIE with prizes Designed for those with special requirements, every Friday starts 10th Feb 2-4pm $3 WaimeaTramping Club Sun 5 Feb, Braeburn walk, Lake Rotoroa, easy, ph Katie 547 7850 or Christine 548 8308. Sunday 12 February, Pelorus Trig, easy, ph Christine 548 8308 or Katie 547 7850 or visit www. waimeatrampingclub.org.nz Gardenside knitting /Spinning Group starts Feb 1 every Wed 10-12. All levels welcome. Wool & needles available. Gold coin.

Eyebright Country Store. Call Annette 5444696 Parent CentreWorkshop TamingYourToddler,Tue 21 & 28 Feb @ 7.30pm.

Strategies to manage behaviour. Practical play ideas. Qualified speakers. Linda 544-9668 or sevencolours@xtra.co.nz February Exhibitions Peta Wright 28 Jan-18 Feb ..Beatlemania. I may havea“closing”partyastherearetoomanypeople away with two long weekends .soon I will let you know. March Exhibition - 10 March-31 March Sally Reynolds anfd 31 March-21 Apr Donnamaree Hampton both to be advised.

Wakefield Residents Community Lunch You are invited to lunch at 12pm on 16 Feb at St Johns, Worship Centre Edward Street, Wakefield. No charge although a gold coin donation is appreciated. RSVP to Brenda at 541 9413.

Duck Soup First Sunday of the month is 5 Feb from 7.30pm at 623 InThe City to celebrate being single.

The NelsonTrout Fishing Club Monthly tying night 1stTuesday of each month at Fish And Game Rooms Champion Road Richmond if you would like to learn. Come along at 7.30 7th Feb. Contact Bruce 5480066 Ray 5441245.

TasmanTalksTitles Book Group Do you enjoy reading and talking about books?

Then ourTasmanTalksTitles book group might be what you’re looking for. Join us on Wed 15 Feb 3pm – 4pm at Richmond Library.

Nelson Modellers Trains will run at Tahuna next weekend on Monday (Waitangi Day) 1-4pm as well as usual Sunday Afternoon.

Weather permitting. Your contact. 5445872 Brightwater summer flower show Brightwater Hall on Sat 4 & Sun 5 Feb. 1pm4,30pm & 9.30am-4,30pm. plant, gift, cake & produce stalls, afternoon teas, raffles, floral displays. Information 542-3414 or 542-3737 HarmonyWorkshop 4 Thursday evenings from 23 Feb. Brush up your vocal skills & learn to sing 4-part women’s barbershop harmony. Cost $40.To register contact Jenny 5474354, or www.nelsonhar Nelson Canoe Club Weekly Rolling & skills practice – Evening pool tarts at Riverside Pool. Members no instruc-

with instruction provided $20. For info or to book instruction pooltraining@nelsonkayakers.co.nz mony.org.nz.

Wakefield Football Club invites all current & new players to pre season training, at the Wakefield Domain on Tuesday 7 Feb, 6.30pm. Up for some fun, fitness & football,? Wakefield FC is the place to be. Enquiries Ian Radcliffe 5419278. See you there! Wakefield Football Club seek a football coach for the senior side. Interested? Call Ian Radcliffe 5419278.

RedwoodValley Country Market You’ll find lots of old-fashioned, hand-made & home-grown goodies along with devonshire teas. Held first Saturday of each month. Next market 9am to 1pm Sat 4 Feb. Raising money for the preservance of the historic Redwood Valley Hall, Moutere Highway.

Weet-Bix KidsTRYathlon 4 March, Tahuna Recreation Ground. Open to anyone 7-15 years old of any fitness level. Participants receive a t-shirt, medal, certificate and breakfast. Register at www.weetbix.co.nz. Entries close 17 Feb. Greenacres Golf Opening Dates 4 Feb General Open Day, for members & non members, shot gun 11am for 11.30. 18 hole Women Tues 7 Feb 9am tee off, 9 hole Women Thurs 16 Feb 9am tee off. New players welcome. Enquiries; Dierdre Stephens 5472481 18 Hole Club Captain. 9 Hole Conveners-Sue Thwaites 5446813, JudyWaugh 5476580.

Pottery class at Craft Potters 202 Ranzau Rd Hope, starts Wed. 15 Feb at 10 am . Tutor Bridie Henderson. Enrolments limited. Ph. 544.5172 or craftpotters@ts.co.nz Forest & Bird Wed 8 Feb, David Sissons talks on restoration of natural character & functions of our coastal dunes, community action & Coast Care movement. On at 7.30pm Tahunanui School Hall, Muritai St. Sun 12 Feb– Walk with David Sissons to explore the coastal dynamics of the ever-changing Tahuna Beach & see the local success of the Coast Care Movement. Meet no later than 9:45am at the Beach Cafe,Tahunanui.

Meditation & Practices On the Path to Enlightenment Meditation & presentation on Buddhist Path Every Wed 18 Jan to 22 Feb Evening 6-7.30pm koha Constance Barnicoat Room, Richmond Library 280 Queen St. Exploring Meditation , Meditation Course Sat 4 feb 9.30am to 5 pm. Nelson Hardy St. Explore a range of meditations to still and expand the mind & relax the body. Also will show how to start a simple daily practice. Cost $25 Bookings essential Alan 02102384140/ (03)5432021.

Baby Gear Extravaganza Wanted- secondhand baby/ children’s gear to sell? Nelson District Parents Centre are looking for stallholders. Tables $20 each. Extravaganza is being held on 24 March at Masonic Lodge 1047 Nile St, Nelson. Bridget 03 5444588.

Richmond Community Sing a Longs Restarts Wed1 Feb Wesley Centre 4 Wensley Rd (opp TDC). 1.30 pm. Cuppa to follow. Gold coin for Nelson Hospital Chaplaincy. AllWelcome.

Wakefield Music N Motion for Preschoolers Restarts Thurs 9 Feb10 am Methodist Church hall. cnr Arrow and Edwards Sts. AllWelcome.

Cancer Society Support Groups Lymphoedema Group. 3rd Mon of the month 10am-11.30am, 29 Monaco View, Stoke. Ph Cheryl 03 547 3590 for info.. Prostate Cancer Group. Next meeting (1st Thurs of the month) from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Broadgreen House, Nayland Rd. Ph Ian 03 657 3373 for info. Meditation Group, meet Tuesdays at 10.30am Fairfield House. Ph Cancer Society 03 539 3662 for info.

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