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War in the Village far from over been unfair.

Last December the Wrights’ issued a statement to residents of the village – who own their properties and pay council rates on top of an annual lease of $960 – saying that the lease was proposed to almost double.

This sparked an angry reaction from some residents, who vowed to fight it and say they had no way of paying the added cost.

The reason for the increase was mainly down to a need for Michael and Carolyn to have a “repair and maintenance fund”, as required by their lease. Something they have not had since buying the village five years ago.

Based on their figures the fund needs to be $395,800, or two percent of the entire value of the village. They aim to raise this amount in five years, through the lease increase.

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Talks have broken down between the owners of Waimea Village and its residents association over a proposed 91 percent lease increase – forcing the case to arbitration.

To add to the misery, there are claims that a new tactic by owners Michael and Carolyn Wright are “designed to intimidate” residents, many of whom are retired. The proposed lease increase has upset one 91 year-old resident to the point of starting her own petition, which has been signed by close to 200 hundred people in the village, according to a resident.

There are 171 homes in the village, based on Gladstone Rd, Richmond.

But Michael says the lease must increase because his business is not making money and he has tried to work with the residents association, who he feels have

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Future stars come out to play in Richmond Kids programme Sticky TV was in Richmond on Saturday to nab the area’s best singing talent.

The Karaoke Caravan was in the Sundial Square for the afternoon and saw young people aged 10 to 16 sing their hearts out.

Brightwater girls Chelsea McManaway, 11, and Tayla Macbeth, 10, were excited about being able to perform for the television programme.

“We’re more excited than nervous,” says Chelsea.

“We’re really looking forward to it,” adds Tayla.

The pair were singing Katy Perry’s Firework for the programme’s producers.

The karaoke competition is held annually by Sticky TV and this year to mix things up they asked for duets.

Screenings of the duets competition will be aired at some stage this PINK PERFORMERS: Chelsea McManaway, 11, left, and Tayla Macbeth, 10, both of year on the TV3 Brightwater, were all set to perform for the Sticky Stars Duets karaoke competition. programme.

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“Only one house doesn’t mean there wouldn’t be more in the future. It’s awfully important for that one house but it would be a difficult decision. It’s certainly not cut and dry.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF Tapawera meeting clarifies motor sport park QUIET WEEKEND: Richmond police have reported a relatively quite weekend - so quite in fact that earlier this week the officers were carrying out road checks instead of following up on incidents from the weekend.

SAILING ACCIDENT: A 50-year old Brightwater woman swam to Boulder Bank with pelvic injuries to await rescue after a catamaran flipped in a strong gust of wind. The woman was sailing with her partner in the Nelson Harbour on Saturday when the catamaran capsized. The couple were experienced sailors but had been caught out in gusty winds.

The woman was flown to Nelson Hospital but has since been discharged.

Around 50 people attended a public information evening in Tapawera last Thursday on the proposed motorsport facility to be built at Stanley Brook.

The Tasman Motorsport Park is being promoted by local Nelson businessmen Gary Donaldson and Garry Adcock.

The pair have applied for resource consent for the construction of the park as part of their 203-hectare Rabbit Gully property. Interested clubs would develop tracks and the whole park.

This would include proposed accommodation, camping and recreation areas and an airstrip and would be managed by a community-based trust. Once completed the site would have a price tag of around $26 million.

However, Garry said he doubted whether the park would reach this in his lifetime. The motorsport fanatics are seeking consent to run up to 200 motorsport events a year, which would include two 24-hour events, along with amplified concerts.

Residents' support for the concept of the park was shadowed with concern as promoters said they would wait until resource consents have been approved before developing management plans.

Garry said there would be background noise, but activities would not proceed if they breached permitted Rural 2 noise levels.

Neighbour Judith Rowe questioned the developers' assess-

ment of affected neighbours.

"We have been cited as the closest neighbours at 4 kilometres away, but there are other residents who live closer."

Gary said the facility was not exclusive and would be open to drivers and riders of all ages, including boy racers and driver training.

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Waimea Village dispute set for arbitration The Waimea Village Residents Association last One of the reason’s Michael gave for the lodge week met with the Village owners. It is under- not open to commercial activity is because of stood the association asked to see the books so “council stipulations” something that has been they could see why the money they were de- dismissed by Tasman District councillor Judene manding was so high. Michael refused so the as- Edgar. “There is certainly nothing going on sociation pulled itself from any talks, forcing the there that has caused council to ask for it to be dispute to arbitration. stopped. A garage sale is not a commercial activThis was detailed in a letter sent by the associa- ity; I’ve checked this with [council] staff, so he tion to residents on Monday. has got that wrong.”

But Michael says he was willing to negotiate Judene has met with the residents association, but the committee didn’t want to hear it giving advice on how to best fight the and if it does go to arbitration it could proposed lease increase. She says the latget worse for the residents. “I was willest attempt to “bully” residents, by baning to negotiate with the committee, I ning some use of the lounge, is a screen. had plans as regards to the maintenance “I think the banning of commercial acfund, but they weren’t willing to discuss tivity in the lounge is a diversion, what it. If it does go to an arbitration officer, a coincidence that when they are negothey could decide that the maintenance tiating the new lease increase, he decides fund needs to be raised in three years, Councillor, to send this letter. I think it’s deplorable Judene Edgar. that it is designed to intimidate and I putting the lease up even more.”

He says the situation has arisen because think that is what it is. of a five year agreement he signed in 2005 to only Another Richmond councillor Kit Maling says increase the lease at a rate of $5 each year. “We he has met Michael Wright since Waimea Weekare not making money. Michael and Carolyn ly printed its initial article in late December. He Wright, as directors of the company have been says he found him “difficult” and still backs the subsiding the business by the sale of properties. residents.

A recommended increase from $50 to $80 wasn’t “He wanted me to hear his side of the story but put in place when we took over and that has ac- he didn’t want me to raise issues with him and tually cost Waimea Village 2005 somewhere be- give what I thought was the residents side of tween $100,000-$120,000. We made a mistake the story. Every time I did he became quite arfive years ago, I will admit that, but we need to gumentative actually. There was nothing he told put it right.” me that made me change my view on his [proAlthough, he admitted he too would be unhap- posed] increase.” py about the increase if he was a resident and it However, another Richmond ward councillor, would have been a shock.

Zane Muffin is at odds with his colleagues, sayTo add to anxiety in the village, Michael and Car- ing it is a business situation and not for counolyn have also barred residents from any “com- cil. “I’m not taking any sides, I want to be fair to mercial” activity in the Blue Herring Lounge in all parties and I don’t think councillors and the the village. That includes a monthly visit from a mayor making comments from the sidelines are podiatrist, a fashion show hosted by several local helpful. We don’t need to be involved. stores and the associations’ “garage sale” which “Put it this way I haven’t had a single phone call was used to fundraise for items in the in the vil- about the issue. No one’s called me so… if it’s imlage lounge. portant to them, they should call me,” he says.

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Arts funding available Henley school brings in new dental initiative for students The first funding round of the year for the Tasman Creative Communities Scheme will close on Friday 10 February 2011.

This scheme supports community arts and cultural activity. Funding is available for arts projects that create opportunities for accessing and participating in art activities in the Tasman District.

There are four rounds per year. Closing dates for this year are: 10 February 2011, 10 May 2011, 10 August 2011 and 10 November 2011.

For further information contact Mike Tasman-Jones, the Community and Recreation Advisor, at the Tasman District Council by phoning 543 8400 or visiting the council website at tasman.govt.nz

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Henley School principal John Armstrong is hoping the new community dental clinic based at the school will help the area’s children in more ways than one.eff

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READY FOR ACTION: Henley School principal John Armstrong lends a hand to make sure the new clinic at the school nears completion as term starts back next week. The clinic is due to be finished in March and with the efficient builders John is hopeful this will happen on time. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

The new clinic is a joint venture between Henley School and the Ministry of Health.

“The idea is to build a community dental facility on the site to cater for preschoolers and school aged children, not just from Henley School, but from all the contributing schools around the Waimea Plains,” says John.

The main aim of the new clinic is to get parents to accompany their child when they come for an appointment.

“It’s a different model of dental care altogether.

In the past you used to just go by yourself.”

This new project will mean a lot of the outlining dental clinics will be closing.

This will make dental care in the region more efficient, because instead of having eight or nine clinics to update there will only be one state of the art facility.

“The outlying schools have further to travel so it’ll probably bring about a change in how people see their children’s teeth,” says John.

“When you think about it, you don’t send your kid to the doctor by themselves so that’s the approach they’re trying to get.”

John believes the reason the Nelson Marlborough DHB is bringing about this new project is because children’s dental care and oral hygiene is declining.

“If they can have the parents there they can show them exactly what needs to happen.”

The new building is around 400 square metres, quite large for the Henley School site.

“For us the project will tidy up the front of the school from William St, give us more of a street presence and there are proposed developments from the council with the crossing,” says John.

The bulk of the work has been done over the holidays to reduce disruption and it is hoped it will be finished by March.

“We really appreciate the understanding of the neighbours and how considerate the builders have been. It will be great to have a new facility in the area that will cater for the kids. The benefit will hopefully be in 15-20 years time when the issues with their teeth aren’t so significant,” says John.

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Gala to build new playground A day of activity will raise funds for a children’s playground this long weekend.

The Washbourn Gardens Gala Day takes place next Monday and funds raised will go towards a new playground for Richmond Playcentre.

The current playground is around 20 years old and under new regulations, will cost too much to maintain or repair.

Teachers and parents thought it would be easier to raise funds for a new playground, which is expected to be completed by the end of the term.

CUTE KITTEN: Trent Cohmann, 5, got to cuddle Milly the kitten at the Richmond Early Learning Centre last week when she paid a visit. Tina Jennens and Michael Lissant-Clayton of Richmond rescued the kitten, which is around six weeks old. “A man was walking around Motueka with a kitten on a lead trying to get rid of it, Michael saw this and so we took her on,” says Tina. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

Festival hits Moutere

The Sarau Festival gives fruit lovers the opportunity to celebrate the blackcurrants grown in the region.

The festival is this Sunday at the Moutere Hills Community Centre in Upper Moutere, providing plenty of entertainment for everyone.

The super food, widely known for its health benefits, will be available along with fresh produce and arts and crafts.

Guest chef Miles Drewery from Miles of Food will create blackcurrant cuisine and the Sujon Moutere Valley Cross-Country Bike race through the berry fields will keep everyone happy. Gates open at 4pm. Entry is $5 per adult, children free.

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The gala day is held on Nelson Anniversary Day and will feature a wide variety of crafts and gifts, along with food and cake stalls.

The day kicks off at 9.30am and will run through to 2.30pm.

This is the second year the gala has been held by the playcentre, and with 50 stalls available on the day there is sure to be something for everyone.

Now all the organisers have INSPECTING THE GARDEN: Nicholas Whitley, 3, to worry about is the weather. and Johnny Nicholls, 3, inspect the flowers ahead of the Washbourn Gala Day. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

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• A L L T H E F U N • A L L T H E PA R T I E S • A L L T H E G O O D T I M E S Tayla, Joce and Jessica Ewing enjoying a night out at the summer movies at Washbourn Gardens.

Patsy McIntosh and Esther Frei at the Summer movies in Richmond.

This week the Out and About camera was invited tothe Sticky TV Karaoke competition. Several local kids put in a lot of effort. The camera was also at the Washbourn Gardens on Saturday morning for the start of the Tasman Visual Arts Group Summer Art Expo. The camera went back to the gardens on Sunday night to see those who braved the weather conditions to watch Lassie Come Home.

We want all sorts of photos on this page, so call us on 544 9037 or email editorial@waimeaweekly.co.nz if you would like the Out and About camera to visit you.

See you again next week with more fun photos from around the region.

Vera Donovan and Gweneth Didcott Sandy Stilwell and Jackie McKay at her birthday.

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Rebecca and Antony Hodgson at the summer movies.

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Intersection may close, have your say.

Tasman District Council is seeking feedback on a proposal to close Crescent St at the intersection with Wensley Rd in Richmond for safety reasons.

The Crescent St approach to the intersection with Wensley Rd is steep with a grade of approximately 1-in-5, and the pedestrian pram ramps are also steeper than ideal, making the intersection difficult to use for both motorists and pedestrians.

The visibility for drivers exiting Crescent St on to Wensley Rd is poor and combined with a difficult start from a stopped position whilst on a steep grade supports the low vehicle numbers sur-

BRIGHT GLADIOLI: Richmond’s Shirley O’Brien in amongst the gladioli before the Brightwater Horticultural Society Summer Flower Show. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

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The society started in 1904 and back in those days its purpose was to raise funds to pay off the debt on the new vicarage of St Paul’s Church in Brightwater.

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The summer flower show is being held in the Brightwater Hall this Saturday and Sunday. Saturday’s events start at 1pm and run through to 4.30pm. On Sunday the hall will be open from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

There will be plant, gift, cake and produce stalls and a floral art display by the Waimea Floral Art group.

Admission is $3 per adult and children free.

ROAD CLOSURE? Tasman District Council is seeking feedback on a proposal to close Crescent St at the intersection with Wensley Rd for safety reasons. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

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BERRY WORKERS: Jordan Inwood, 16, of Hope and Nicole Coates, 19, of Richmond have been working at Berrylands for the summer. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

Berry farms a way of life for students Teresa Hattan

Working in the berry fields is a fun, social job in the sun over the summer, what more could a poor student want?

But the past season hasn’t been the best. “It’s been a shorter season this year because we had all the damage from the rain and wind,” says worker Nicole Coates.

The 19-year old says the weather really affected the workers and the amount of work that was able to be done. “We had a lot of days when it was raining so we couldn’t work so we were twiddling our thumbs waiting.”

“The fruit would get so soft because of the weather,” adds farm handyman Jordan Inwood.

The 16-year old has worked at Berrylands for three seasons.

“It seems to go in sequences, every second year you know you’re going to get a good crop and this year it wasn’t a very good one. Next year it will hopefully pick up.”

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To make sure the workers have enough to do, their employers often change what they do, sometimes every day.

“One day you could be picking and the next you could be washing crates or working in the shop,” says Jordan.

The pair say a large number of people were employed by Berrylands for the picking season.

“You’ve got to have people picking the raspberries, you’ve got to have people picking the boysenberries and the strawberries, and you’ve got to have some packing in the sheds, driving motorbikes and others in the shop so it’s busy,” says Nicole.

Both Jordan and Nicole agree that the berry farms are good employers of students in the area. “It’s perfect for people who have summer break, because it only goes over the summer break, you don’t have to have all the commitment that you would if you were working in a retail shop,” says Nicole.

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Both agree they’ve got quite a casual job. “If you need a day off you just let them know and they’re normally sweet as about it, they’ll just have someone else to ask,” Nicole says.

Both Jordan and Nicole believe it’s important to have berry farms such as Berrylands around for students to work at.

“At the start of the season us and all the other berry places are just full of people wanting to work because everyone’s finished school and they’re on holidays and they come and do berries,” says Jordan.

But Nicole says it isn’t all hard slog. “It’s an enjoyable job, you’re not stuck in a shop, you’ve never got nothing to do and it’s out in the sun and you’re active.”

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Swimming isn’t just considered a fun activity these days; the skill could save your life.

The Classic Hits breakfast show broadcast from the ASB Aquatic Centre last Friday to encourage people to come down and swim 200 metres. “This is the new benchmark for everyone in New Zealand,” says breakfast host Kent Robertson. “It’s really important that everyone knows this benchmark, because teaching kids to swim isn’t just fun, it’s a life skill.”

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ATV workshop participant practicing skills on the hill course VINTAGE MACHINERY: Baden Biggs, back, and Alan Palmer getting the McCormick Deering stationary hale baler ready for this weekend’s show. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

Old machinery set to reflect on history Teresa Hattan

Baden Biggs has been involved in the Nelson Vintage Engine and Machinery Club for around 30 years.

The club is holding its annual Any Old Iron Vintage Machinery Show at Higgins Park this Saturday and Sunday.

The Brightwater man started collecting old tractors in the early 1980s. He now has 10.

“It’s one of those hobbies that grow,” he says.

Baden has enjoyed his time in the club and has had a few stints as president.

“I was involved in getting the big shed at Pigeon Valley when we shifted out there. The club when I first joined didn’t really have a home. There were members but everyone sort of worked from home.”

The club then moved to Pigeon Valley in the early 1980s.

“As far as the club’s concerned, that’s grown over the years. Membership has been up and down a bit, but the big problem we’ve got is trying to get younger members. Most of us that are in it now are like the machinery, we’re getting old.”

Baden says it’s always interesting to see what turns up with different members.

“Funnily enough with New Zealand being a fair way away from everywhere, if there’s a real rare piece of machinery you’ll usually find one here.”

The rare pieces tend to be tucked away in someone’s backyard. “That’s how they’re usually

found, just parked in the backyard probably amongst the blackberries. Then all of a sudden it comes out of the blackberries and it comes to life again.”

Baden says it takes a bit of work to restore an old piece of machinery.

“It can get quite costly. The older they get the harder it is to get parts. The dealers know that parts are hard to get and a lot of it is out of production now.”

Sometimes the members have to use a bit of kiwi ingenuity by making parts.

“It’s just amazing what can be found around the country at the back of old garages, some dealers still do that sort of thing.”

Baden encourages people who think they might have something in their backyard to come along to the show and talk to someone at the club about it.

“A lot of people think it needs to be restored and all shiny but it doesn’t and the general public like to see something that has just come out of the blackberry bush and then maybe next year, or sometimes two or three years later, they may recognise the same thing when it’s restored.

“It is quite a thrill when you get something that’s been lying around for years, do it all up and put the crank handle in the front and it actually goes. You do get quite a kick out of it.”

- The Any Old Iron Vintage Machinery Show takes place at Higgins Park on Pigeon Valley Rd, Wakefield. Adults are $5 and school aged children free. Gates open at 9am and close at 4pm both days.

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FarmSafe always responds well to a challenge. The challenge in 2011 is clearly on quad bike safety and safety using other farm machinery.

“Quad bike injuries far too frequently recently and the message from the Department of Labour is that we need to do something about it” says Chris Clark, FarmSafe Regional Coordinator and tutor.

To help with the problem FarmSafe are running Quad bike training and assessment sessions across the Nelson, Buller, Golden Bay and Marlborough regions. In addition to this they are running other Farm Vehicle safety training and assessment. These practical workshops are conducted on farms throughout the regions and the Chris Clark will tailor the workshop to the needs of farms that have a large number of staff. “ We like to focus on the terrain and other issues specific to the work environment” says Chris.

FarmSafe have a proven track record in providing quality training and assessment and this is reflected in the 60,000 people who have attending the FarmSafe organised training workshops since 2002.

To get further details on the frequency and cost of the workshops contact Chris Clark on 5442998 or by email chris.clark@actrix.co.nz

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Richmond’s newest preschool will get your child off to the best possible start

Jigsaw Preschool, on the corner of William and Edward St in Richmond, caters from infants all the way through to five year olds.

Owner and operator Trish Ireland has worked in the early childhood industry for the past 22 years and is excited about her new venture.

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She says the preschool has four different rooms so the children are able to be separated depending on their age and their developmental stage.

“Older children have different to younger children.

The separate age appropriate rooms work well for all the children,” she says.

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The preschool follows the New Zealand early childhood curriculum Te Whariki and the programme is based on the children’s interests, so that they drive the programme.

Being an all in one centre provides a smooth transition for the children according to Trish.

“Having settled the children in prior to starting, the staff know them before they arrive and they are familiar with the environment. We do the transitioning between the rooms as well,” she says.

Profile books are also a feature of Jigsaw Preschool. “Each child has their own profile book and that is a combination of their time here at the centre. It remains with the child, so when they leave the book goes with them, it’s their property.

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“We have them at a level that the children can look at at any time, because they obviously love their book as it’s all about them. It has all their milestones in it,” says Trish.

Technology also features in the new centre. “We

have put an Apple Mac in the preschool room which will be an educational computer, as it is also what the children will be using at school,” says Trish.

The centre will also be doing a transition to school programme. “We’ll be working with the children and their parents and getting the children ready for school.

One of our teachers is also a primary school trained teacher so she will be coordinating that programme” says Trish.

The outside playground at the centre features a large astro turf area so the children are able to play outside all year round.

“If it rains we can be on it within half an hour. We also have a veranda which nicely shaded for hot weather. On rainy days children still have access to outdoor Dillan and Jack try not to get too wet as they play with the water. activities,” says Trish.

Separate sleeping rooms provide a safe and quiet area for infants and toddlers to rest when they need to.

All classrooms and sleep rooms are acoustically lined to minimise the level of noise.

The preschool is chartered by the Ministry of Education, so all staff members are trained and qualified under early childhood regulations.

The new facility is now open and taking registrations, so to enquire or to book your child in, contact the team on 541 Jigsaw Preschool’s Pipi has lots of fun hammering 0617. in nails.

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We’re ready for 2011 HAVE A CRAFTY START TO 2011 Make your own Gift Cards and other projects Huge range of ideas, stamps, papers and tools Regular Workshops

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Colin and Olivia love the Chillout Kids Programme and Olivia’s mum Paula Somerville says “I feel totally relaxed knowing not only ‘where’ she is, but that she’s having an awesome time there! There are so many fun things included in the programme and the staff are absolutely tops!”

So for all your requirements, whether it be potted plants, gift baskets, vases, cards or of course beautiful flowers, Bluebell is the place to call.

FAVSAT - With the change over from analogue to digital just around the corner it’s time to think about changing to digital television. You don’t need to change your TV set, all you need to do is contact Don and he can install a set top box that will give you digital on your old TV. There are 15 channels and more coming. The picture is crystal clear and is in wide screen, so no more snowy and ghosting images. Don’t wait till the last minute, because you will miss out. Call Don from FAVSAT now.

MORLEYS MOTORCYCLES AND MARINE - Introducing the biggest news in the off-road vehicle world - the Honda Big Red MUV, the real go anywhere work truck for Kiwi farmers. You’ve seen the other side-by-side off-road vehicles out there.

Now get ready to experience the only one good enough to be called a Honda. As the last into the market Honda has been careful to focus on utility farming use and be the best at that. Aimed at the farmer who has distance to cover, things to transport and hills to work on it really is the right tool for the job. Head in to Morleys to check out their display Big Red MUV for yourself.

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Their wine selection includes gold medal winners, undiscovered gems, local legends and international all stars, so get out the good glasses and check it out. Johnny, Jack, Gordon, Jim, Jose, Captain Morgan - it sounds like a list of facebook friends, but it’s actually a sample of the spirits at Super Liquor. And don’t forget they have gift vouchers too.

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New car to find new home by end of the month Entries for the Richmond Mall car promotion are still open.

The mall will be giving away a Geely MK Hatch on February 1, with January 31 being the last day for entries.

Getting in the draw is easy – simply purchase anything from any of the stores in the mall and put your receipt, with your name and phone number on the back, into the car located inside the mall.

“The number of entries has pleasantly surprised everyone,” says Richmond Mall centre manager NEW CAR: Richmond Mall centre manager David Hill can’t wait to give away a new car next David Hill. week as part of the malls’ latest promotion. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

Just a thought Marriage – the most honoured and respected institution in society, yet the most stretching and challenging to be successful at, in my book.

Relationships in general are really the stuff life is made of. They help us get up in the morning and when at work give us a stable secure deal to go home to at night. They even include the wonderful blessing of kids! It can be a mixed blessing also. Even relationships such as friendship, family and workplace, are actually of the essence of what makes life worth living. I have, however, always thought that there is a fine line between love and hate.

Relationships that turn sour churn the stomach, the emotions, and often impact our sense of security at a very deep level.

In discussing marriage on his TV sitcom, Jerry Seinfeld tells his friend why he is not married: ‘No healthy person would want the neglect I have to offer’ he says.

All marriages are made up

of two imperfect our wounds begin people who someto heal. Now the times neglect one offended partner another. When you needs to make sure are hurt it’s so easy bitterness doesn’t to lash out of your creep in. ‘How can feelings, rather I do that’ you ask? than with wisdom.

By refusing to stay Some hurts go hurt any longer very deep, and this than is necessary. is when we must Reverend Allan Faith in God is acremember that for- Wasley from the tually a big plus at giveness is a deci- Wakefield Angli- this point. It means can Church. sion, but trust is we can invite God a process, when it has been to heal our broken heart, and torn down, it takes time to restore our love – alongside rebuild. Men and women of- the efforts of the offending ten perceive trust differently. partner. Forgiveness is modWhen a woman has been elled on Jesus’ final prayer hurt, her man may think an on the cross “Father forgive apology should immediately them, then know not what enable her to trust him again, they do”. All relationships move on, and not talk about take hard work, but above all it. Wow guys have you got they take us outside selfisha lot to learn! First the of- ness, to the divine power of fending partner needs to ac- forgiveness. Relationships knowledge what they have like marriage bring out the done, and validate the others’ very best in us, but they are feelings. Then acknowledge oiled by the model of fortheir pain. When others trivi- giveness seen in the Love of alise what is hurting us, it God spoken by Jesus, to live only makes us angrier. Only in forgiveness. Don’t get bitwhen we feel validated do ter, forgive and get better.

Home and Personal Safety Courses Age Concern Nelson’s Home and Personal Safety Courses are facilitated by NZ Police, NZ Fire Service, Neighbourhood Support Nelson, Civil Defence Emergency Management and Age Concern.

The courses are for people over the age of 60.

They provide factual information and tips on how to keep yourself free from harm and your home safe. Having attended one of these courses you will be provided with a free home safety audit and the installation of a tamper free smoke detector.

Two Home and Personal Safety courses will be held in Community Facilities on 23rd and 24th February from 9.30am to 3.00pm with a complimentary lunch. (Numbers are limited) To book now please phone Age Concern Nelson on 544 7624 or email Sue at ageconcern.nelson1@clear.net.nz

Making the promotion even better are the five $100 mall vouchers given away each week.

With only one week remaining, David says this is easily the most successful promotion he has run.

“I’ve been putting receipts under the car seats and everywhere else but the car is still nearly full.”

The lucky winner of the car will be able to drive it away on the day, and David says he is excited about the prospect of giving such a great prize to a shopper from the Richmond Mall.

Richmond teen wins scooter

LUCKY MEMBER: Richmond teenager Natasha Dunn, 16 (pictured front) is presented with a Suzuki scooter by Contours franchise manager Tracy Kellett, Natasha’s mum Donna and consultant Lynn Robertson. Photo: Teresa Hattan.

Richmond teenager Natasha Dunn, 16, says she was shocked when she found out she had won a Suzuki scooter thanks to Contours Gym in Richmond. Contours franchise manager Tracy Kellett was on hand to present Natasha with her new mode of transport. “I hadn’t thought about having a scooter before now,” Natasha says. Tracy says the competition, which women could enter by either joining the gym or referring a friend, was instigated to encourage more women to join the gym. In two months, over 4,000 entries were received nation-wide and four scooters were presented.

“We’re delighted to give a scooter away to a local person. It’s perfect for a student,” says Tracy.

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Skating into Richmond for tour

Beginners luck hits Thomas Teresa Hattan Steve Thomas really didn’t want to smash up his car.

But the Richmond man will be counting his lucky stars this week after winning the demolition derby at the Nelson Speedway on Saturday night.

Steve says he wasn’t too keen to enter his Mazda MPV in the annual event but after his “old man” gave him a monetary incentive to get it off his front lawn he decided to give it a go.

“It was quite exciting, especially to get to the top six,” Steve says.

The van was prepared well, with a good battery this time.

“I found out the hard way how important that is. At my first derby my dad put in a bad one after I’d asked him to put a decent one in. That cost me my first derby.”

This time Steve made sure the

object giving his car juice was good quality so he was confident he would do well, especially after he found out about the change in format.

“But after I handed back the chequered flag it died, but now that its cooled off it’s as good as gold,” Steve says.

With only one demolition derby under his belt before Saturday’s event Steve was hoping he’d get lucky. “My old man has won one before though.

Normally I do stockcar racing but I’ll be on the lookout for another derby in the future.”

Being a stockcar driver certainly helped Steve when it came to competing in the demolition derby. “But it [the derby win] was my first chequered flag on my home track after three seasons of stockcars. I’ve had an especially bad season with the stockcar so hopefully that will change now,” Steve says.

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With the demolition derby taking on a new format this year, president of the Nelson Speedway Club Kris Carpenter says the action on Saturday night was great.

“We used to go to the last car standing but now it’s through to the top six and then the cars left grid up and then sprint to the finish.”

The totalled cars are left on the track, so the sprint involves a bit of dodging. “It just speeds things up a bit, because sometimes you’d be down to the last two and they’d be on opposite sides of the track.”

Kris says the whole evening went really well.

“The crowd was bigger than normal, certainly more than we expected.”

This would put the speedway crowd in good spirits ahead of the New Zealand title race taking place this weekend.

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The Richmond segment of the Tasman Skatepark Tour saw close to 100 entrants in three different categories. Skaters, BMXers and those preferring scooters brought their wheels, and a bit of bravery, to the Richmond skatepark on Saturday.

A large contingent from Nelson made the trek to Richmond to compete, especially in the BMX section.

The tour had already visited places such as Tapawera and Brightwater so over the weekend it was Richmond’s turn to see the carnage.

There weren’t any tears, as all those entering were made of tough stuff and were after the top prize, BIG AIR: Richmond’s Landon Manning, 12, at a deck or voucher the Richmond Skatepark. Photo: Teresa Hattan. from Cheapskates.

Nayland College’s Community Education Sample of courses: something for everyone!

For BuSiNESS: Business Planning & Goal Setting - Whether prospective or existing business owners, invest time ON your business with this practical course. Wed 23 Feb 7-8.30pm, 6 wks, $85. Tutor: Ruth Fegan.

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10 wks, $45-$65

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Wed 16 Feb, 6-7.30pm, 9 weeks, $115. Tutor: Jane Parkin

Joyful, practical and playful week of shamanic practice in private nature reserve.

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NZ Schools star signs for Waimea Old Boys signing with South African Super 15 franchise the Lions. “But there Waimea Old Boys have scored one are some others like the Comans, of the hottest prospects in New Zea- ‘cos they’re pretty hard pricks, so land rugby. they’ll keep me in order.”

Former Nelson College student Recently, James was a member of James Lowe, 18, has committed to the Tasman Makos sevens team at the club he played for as child for the Pub Charity Sevens Championthe coming season after a stellar ship in Queenstown. The national Press Cup campaign. tournament gave James some much The blockbusting outside back over- needed experience before the local came juvenile arthritis, which near- club and ITM Cup seasons. “Just ly ended his career before it started, to be playing with bigger and more to be a regular for Nelson Bays age physical people. It was just a good grade representative sides, star for experience to know what I need to New Zealand Secondary Schools get to by the start of the season if against their Australian counterparts I want to try make it in ITM Cup.” and earn a contract with the Tasman Tasman reached the shield final beRugby Union. fore losing out to CanWith a number of terbury 41-5. clubs eager for James’ His name was banservices, his decision I know I can do it, died about after his came down to four performances in I just have to do it strong reasons; playing for Queenstown. But realout on the field. istically he didn’t think his childhood club, the professional attitude he was going to make - James Lowe. and plenty of game the national squad due time and playing under backs coach to being such a raw talent with plenMark Milne, a former Nelson Bays ty more development still to come. representative. “It is a more serious A number of promising rugby playclub than most other clubs. I think ers feature prominently in the nait’s a good decision,” James says. tional sevens setup before going James’ agent, Shane Drummond, on to the 15-aside game, and it is was very confident of the decision something James would not rule out and says he had also recommended targeting for next year. “I thought Waimea due to their coaching staff I was fit, then I played sevens and and discipline. Although he has not I realized I wasn’t fit. But I don’t decided which position he will play reckon I’m there yet physically or for Waimea, James is equally capa- fitness wise.” ble at fullback and centre, and while An ankle injury picked up in the he is also an outstanding winger, his tournament has hampered his runsize and skill-set would seem wast- ning over the past couple of weeks, ed out wide. so James has been hitting the gym in James follows Billy Guyton, Kaide order to get bigger physically.

Whiting and Sam Prattley, who With his arthritis in remission, have gone on from Nelson College James is ready to focus on the seato play for Waimea in recent years. son ahead with Waimea and once he But the player James was looking can perform at that level then higher forward to playing alongside most, honours will come. “I know I can New Zealand sevens player James do it, I just have to do it out on the Kamana, has since departed after field.”

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Waimea Tramping Club Wed Feb 2, slides of North Queensland, 7.30pm Fish & Game Council Rooms, Champion Road Richmond. Sun Feb 6, Foxhill bike ride, easy, ph Pat 548 6888 or Katie 547 7850.

Music on Friday Date: 11 Feb 2011.Time: 10 am. Venue: St David’s Presbyterian Church. Florence Street, Richmond. Excerpts from last Night at the Proms Isel House Open Tuesday to Sunday 11am to 4pm, entry by donation.

Nelson Cadet Unit Training begins, Tuesday February 8, with a night for NCOs only. First night of regular training, Tuesday February 15. Dress 1D (SDAR) for both. New members will be accepted in the first 3 weeks of each term.

For inquires or information about joining email nelsoncadetunit@gmail.com or visit www.cadetforces.mil.nz

WINNING ATHLETE: Hamish Pugh, 11, pictured, from Richmond and representing the Richmond Athletics Club, won several medals at the recent Colgate Games in Dunedin. The games were held from January 14 to 16 and featured 900 athletes from both the North and South Island. Hamish gained a first in the medley, FIRE SCHOOL of third in the 400 metres and fourth in the 800m.

Ministry presents Other team mates in the winning 11th grade Two ten-week courses medley were Carolyn Schurman, Megan starting 7th February Stack, Simon Anderson and George Franklin.

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Stoke Women’s Rugby Team is recruiting for the 2011 season - no experience needed - our coaches can help assist you Contact Abbie on 021 548 959 for training times and pre-season activities

WAKEFIELD BOWLING CLUB

CENTENIAL PARADE Club members in period costume, vintage cars, steam traction engine, horse & cart.

RE-ENACTMENT Of first game of bowls in Wakefield 1911.

Everyone welcome to attend.

JANUARY 29th 2011. Parade commences at 1pm from outside the Old Post Office in Edward Street, Wakefield.

Greenacres Golf Club Mixed Vets Day – Mon 31 Jan. Report by 9.30 for 10.00am start. Entry Fee: $6 Can phone 544 6441 to book or turn up on day.

Enquiries Mavis 547 6626 or Elaine 544 5227 Learn to play golf Greenacres Golf Club welcomes you to join our new intake of 9 and 18 hole Golfers and learn to play. 5 weeks of tuition with our Professional, commencing Thurs 24 Feb @ 10am. $7 per session equipment provided. Greenacres offer 9 or 18 hole membership Inquiries Jean McConachie 544 6921 or on Deidre 547 2481. Golf lesson bookings please phone the professional on 544 6441.

Gain a Diploma in Ceramics We offer full or part-time course conducted

by Otago Polytechnic at Ranzau Road Hope in our fully equipped building.

Enrol now to start end of February.

Enquire 544 5172 or a/h 543 2470 (Rita).

E-mail: craftpotters@ts.co.nz or www. otagopolytechnic.ac.nz School of Art Pottery classes start 9 Feb. 10 am at Craft Potters, Ranzau Road Hope. Tutor Charles Shaw.

All levels of experience catered for in well equipped rooms (heated in winter) . Book: 544 5172 Hope/Ranzau Women’s Institute Ladies invite you to join them at their first meeting of 2011 on Wed 2nd Feb, 1.30pm at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Dorset Street, Richmond when Adrienne from Eyebright will be our speaker. Your contact Brenda 5445872 Wanderers Sports Club Translog/Ryco24-7 Twilight Quiz Night. Fri 18 Feb 7.30 pm. $15 a ticket tables of 8, includes nibbles & supper . Tickets at Ray White Richmond, Brightwater Motors and Wakefield Pharmacy

Nelson Vintage Engine & Machinery Club Vintage Machinery Show, Higgins Park Wakefield. Saturday and Sunday 29-30 January. Adults $5, children free. Working machinery, tractors, engines, sawmill, rides. Three traction engines this year.

Teas, food, soft drinks, ece creams for sale. 0273 197 427 Wakefield Music N’ Motion for Preschool Children recommences Thursday February 3, 10 am Methodist Church, cnr Edward and Arrow Sts. $2 one child, $3 more than one child. Cuppa to follow. All Welcome.

Green Prescription Start 2011 with a positive step. Phone 0800 ACTIVE (0800 22 84 83) to find out how a referral to the Green Prescription free support service could help you feel fitter, healthier and happier. Information, encouragement and motivation to suit your timetable, your budget, your life Nayland Park Amateur Swimming Club Summer season re-commences Monday Jan 24. Learn to swim, age 5 and upwards, fitness and competitive. Twice weekly sessions. New members welcome.

Ph: Gail 5470051 or Janine 5472034 or register at Mousehut Nayland Pool 3.30pm when season commences Brightwater Horticultural Society present their Summer Flower show to be held at the Brightwater Hall on Sat 29th and 30 Jan 1pm to 4.30pm and 9.30am to 4,30pm. Raffles , afternoon teas Many flowers in exhibition, plant, cake, gift and produce stalls Floral Art display.

Information 542-3414.

Admission (3$) Cancer Support Group Meetings Breast Cancer Support Group Next meeting Tues 8 Feb from 1.00pm to 3.00pm, Nick Smith’s Rooms, Quarantine Road, Stoke. Phone Valda 03 547 4905 for further information.

Lymphoedema Support Group Next meeting Mon 21 Feb from 10.00am to 11.30am, 29 Monaco View, Stoke. Phone Cheryl 03 547 3590 for further information.

Partners and Carers of Cancer Patients Support Group. Commencing Tues 8 Feb at 7.30pm. This is a free six week facilitated course. Please register with the Cancer Society Nelson, phone 539 3662.

Prostate Cancer Support Group. Next meeting Thurs 3 Feb from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, Broadgreen House, Nayland Road, Stoke. Phone Ian 03 547 3373 for further information.

Mountain Safety Council

Current and interested members welcome.

Ph Justin 543 7001 www.mountainsafety.org.nz River Safety Course Mountain Safety Council Course Sat 26 Feb. Theory & Practical session $25, ¾ Day Designed for; Trampers, Walkers, Mountaineers, Hunters etc. Application forms on www.mountainsafety.org.nz/ Training Phone Justin 03 543 7001 anytime.

Outdoor First Aid Course Mountain Safety Council Course 26 & 27 March. Designed for; Trampers, Walkers, Mountaineers, Hunters etc. Strongly featuring outdoor scenarios. Includes OFA Manual & NZQA credits available.

Application forms on www.mountainsafety. org.nz/Training Questions to Ian 03 5457119 Art @203 203 Trafalgar Street, Nelson.

“Juxtaposition” paintings by Lisa Antonelli, 9th - 29th January 2011. Open daily from 10am.

Nelson Anniversary Day Gala at Washbourn Gardens. Monday 31st January 2011 Nelson Anniversary Day. We are now taking bookings. $25 per stall.No more food stalls please.This is a Richmond Playcentre fundraiser.

Ph. Tania on 544 1091 or email Wendy on wenz_tim@hotmail.com Overeaters Anonymous FOOD is it a problem for you? Overeaters Anonymous works! Ph 546 4121 Way2Go Wakefield Zumba Brightwater Hall Mon 6-7pm.

Aqua Aerobics Wakefield School Pool Mon 6-7pm. Pilates Wakefield Village Hall Mon 7-8pm. Badminton Brightwater Hall Tues 6-8pm. Sewing Group Wakefield Village Hall Wed 9-12pm. Badminton Brightwater Hall Wed 6-8pm Water Woggle with Bee Wakefield School Pool Wednesday 1.15-2.15pm. Aqua Aerobics Wakefield School Pool Wed 6-7pm.

Zumba Wakefield Village Hall Thursday 6-7pm. Men’s Circuit Wakefield Village Hall Thursday 7.30-8.30pm.

Nelson Canoe Club Rolling & skills practice - Tuesday night pool sessions 7 - 8:30pm at Riverside Pool. Members with no instruction $5, Members with instruction $10, Nonmembers with no instruction $10, Nonmembers with instruction provided $20.

Further information or book for instruction pooltraining@nelsonkayakers.co.nz Richmond Spinners and Weavers meet 9-30 2nd & 4 Thurs at Birch hall, Richmond Racecourse. Evening meeting on 2nd Mon of month at 7 pm All levels of skill welcome. Phone Diane ,5476517 Nelson Branch Next monthly meeting: Tues 8th Feb for morning meetings, Anne 5446330 for 7.30pm, at the Nelson Fish & Game evening meetings. rooms, 66 Champion Road, Richmond.

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community notices

resource consents The Council has received an application for resource consents, which has been publicly notified in The Nelson Mail. The application and supporting information may be examined in any Council office. This information is also available for viewing at the Tapawera Information Centre. The full public notice may be found online at Council’s website (www.tasman.govt.nz). Any person may make a submission on the application in accordance with Section 96 of the Resource Management Act 1991. Submission forms are available from Council offices and on Council’s website. Please note that the following is an abridged advisory notice only.

Resource Recovery Centres Resource Recovery Centres Most Resource Recovery Centres are open seven days over the busy holiday period (20 December 2010 to 13 February 2011).

Richmond (Beach Road): 8.00 am to 5.00 pm, seven days a week Mariri (Robinson Road): 9.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Saturday, 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm Sunday

Applicant: Adcock & Donaldson Properties Ltd. Location: Stanley Brook (via Olivers Road).

Takaka (Scotts Road): 8.30 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm Saturday, 1.30pm to 4.00 pm Sunday

Consent Type, Application Number and Proposal:

Collingwood (Bainham-Collingwood Road): 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Monday to Sunday

Land Use Consent (Application RM100848): To create and operate a Motorsport and Recreation Park comprising commercial events and conference centre, airstrip and helipad, a range of accommodation and buildings to be developed in general accordance with the site Master Plan. The application site is a 203 hectare property on Stanley Brook, to be accessed via Olivers Road. The site is zoned Rural 2 as defined by the Tasman Resource Management Plan.

The application also includes two off site signs: one at the intersection of Olivers Road and Motueka Valley Highway and the other at the intersection of State Highway 6 and the Motueka Valley Highway (Kohatu Corner).

Murchison (Matakitaki West Bank Road): 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Land Use Consent (Application RM100872): Storage of hazardous substances.

Land Use Stream Bed (Application RM100873): Install culverts, bridges and dams.

Land Use Consent (Application RM100874): Earthworks and land re-contouring.

Land Use Consent (Application RM100875): Construction of bores.

Creative Communities Creative Communities is the local arts funding scheme to support community arts and cultural activity. There are four rounds per year. Closing dates are 10 February 2011, 10 May 2011, 10 August 2011.

For further information or to apply for the above grant, pick up an application form from your nearest Tasman District Council office (Takaka, Murchison, Richmond or Motueka), download a copy from the website www.tasman.govt.nz or email Mike Tasman-Jones, mike.tasman-jones@tasman.govt.nz

Wakefield Bowling Club Centerary Celebration Saturday 29 – Monday 31 January 2011 The Wakefield Bowling Club formally came into existence at a public meeting held in Wakefield in 1911 and in February 2011 the club will officially be 100 years old.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, Nelson Anniversary Weekend has been fittingly setaside to commemorate the clubs past history. Contact 03 541 9252 for more info.

Water Permit (Application RM100876): Divert water.

Water Permit (Application RM100877): Take water.

Discharge Permit (Application RM100878): Discharge wastewater.

Discharge Permit (Application RM100879): Discharge greywater.

Submissions due: 4.30 pm on Monday 7 February 2011.

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Registrations are now being taken for the Tasman District Council/Road Safe Motorcycle Riding Techniques motorbike training, up-skilling and refresher training courses. These courses are still heavily subsidised by Council and ACC and only cost $20 for each rider for each course.

Upcoming dates are: Sunday 20 February 2011 – intermediate riders Saturday 26 February 2011 – intermediate to advanced riders Sunday 27 February 2011 – advanced riders Saturday 2 April 2011 – intermediate riders Sunday 3 April 2011 – advanced riders These courses will be held in Richmond, but if you live in Motueka, Murchison, Golden Bay or outside of the Richmond area then courses can be organised on demand so please contact Krista for details.

For further information or to register contact Krista Hobday, Tasman District Council, Ph. 03 543 8551 or email krista.hobday@tasman.govt.nz.

Alternatively you can register online at www.tasman.govt.nz/link/motorbike-course

Navigation Safety Bylaw: Temporary Reservation of Motueka River for raft race on Sunday 6 or 13 February 2011 Pursuant to provisions of the Tasman District Council Navigation Safety Bylaw (2006), the Council’s Harbourmaster has granted a temporary reservation of the waters of the Motueka River between the Alexander Bluffs road bridge (near Rocky River road) and the state highway bridge near Motueka, for the Motueka River Raft Race between 12 noon and 6.00 pm on Waitangi Day, Sunday 6 February 2011, with a back-up date of Sunday 13 February 2011 at the same times.

The effect of the temporary reservation will be to prevent other activities including boating, kayaking or swimming from occurring during the raft race. Event Marshalls have the authority to require other users to vacate these areas as required. Jetboaters should note that during the reservation, navigation on the Motueka River (at any safe speed greater than 5 knots) may still occur between the Alexander Bluffs bridge and the Tapawera Bridge.

A number of conditions have been imposed on the organisers of the event, which may be viewed by contacting the Tasman District Council’s Harbourmaster on Ph. 03 543 8400 or Jacqui Taylor at Our Town Motueka (Inc.) on Ph. 03 528 4488 during office hours.

Hall and Reserve Management Committees – triennial elections Management Committees are groups of volunteers who look after some of our Districts halls and reserves on behalf of Tasman District Council, taking care of bookings/usage and maintenance.

The committees are elected three yearly and the next round of elections begin next month.

Pakawau Hall Committee Triennial Election Meeting to be held at Pakawau Hall at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 8 February 2011.

Wakefield Village Hall Committee Triennial Election Meeting to be held at the Wakefield Village Hall at 7.30 pm on Monday 7 March 2011.

Lake Rotoiti Community Hall Triennial Election Meeting to be held at the Hall at 7.30 pm on Friday 11 February 2011.

For further information please contact Francie Wafer, Community Services Administrator, Tasman District Council, Ph 03 543 8486 or e-mail francie.wafer@tasman.govt.nz Feel free to contact us:

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

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

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

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

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

Environment and Planning Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 27 January 2011, 9.30 am.

Public forum Engineering Services Committee Fire Station Hall, Motupipi Street, Takaka, Thursday, 3 February 2011, 9.30 am. Public forum Golden Bay Community Board Golden Bay Office, 78 Commercial Street, Takaka, Tuesday, 8 February 2011, 9.30 am.

Public forum Motueka Community Board Motueka Office, 7 Hickmott Drive, Motueka, Tuesday, 8 February 2011, 4.00 pm. Public forum Community Services Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday, 10 February 2011, 9.30 am.

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WEDNESDAY 26 January 2011

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$12,980 MAzdA 6 GsX WAGon 2005 Come join the Mazda 6 revolution. These are an extremely popular wagon and here is why. It has a peppy 2300cc engine and is automatic. The interior has space comparable to a Falcon or Commodore. It also has 8 airbags, electric windows and mirrors, CD, air conditioning, remote central locking.

$8,980 toyotA CAMry Altise 2004 This is a very clean and tidy car. Its interior is in very tidy condition and the cabin space would be comparable to a Commodore or Falcon. It has a peppy 2400cc engine and is automatic. It also has 4 airbags, ABS brakes, factory CD, electric windows and mirrors, airconditioning and a towbar. This has a chain driven engine not a cambelt. The paintwork is also very tidy apart from some very light stone chipping on the bonnett and front bumper but is otherwise in very good condition for its year and mileage

$10,980

$6,980 toyotA HiluX 2Wd ute 1998 An ideal handyman or tradesmans ute at great value for money. It is NZ new.

It has a peppy 2400cc engine and is 5 speed. The interior is in tidy condition apart from the drivers side mat is well worn. It also has a canopy, towbar and tuffdeck. The paintwork is generally tidy for its year and mileage with only a few small marks here and there.

toyotA CorollA WAGon Gl 2005 These Corolla wagons seem to be proving very popular for both company use and as every day family cars. This is NZ new and has had 1 owner. The interior is very spacious and in tidy condition. It has an 1800cc engine and is 5 speed manual. It also has ABS brakes, 2 airbags, air conditioning, factory CD and remote central locking. The paintwork is generally very tidy for its year and mileage.

$12,980

$5,980 nissAn PriMerA WAGon 1997 It not often you find a wagon of this age in such good condition and with low ks. It has had 1 owner in NZ since being imported from Japan and its condition is a real credit to its previous owner. The interior is in very good condition. It has a peppy 2000cc fuel injected engine and is CVT automatic. It also has 2 airbags, electric windows and mirrors, factory alloy wheels and bodykit, roof spoiler, CD and climate air conditioning.

toyotA CorollA Gl HAtCH 2006 These would be one of the most popular cars sold in NZ today. It is NZ new.

The interior is in very tidy condition. It has a 1800cc fuel injected engine and is 5 speed manual. It also has ABS brakes, electric front windows and mirrors, 2 airbags, CD, air conditioning and remote central locking. The paintwork is generally in very tidy condition for its year and mileage.

$4,980 toyotA duet HAtCH 1998 This is an ideal girl’s car or second family car. It has had 1 elderly man owner since being imported from Japan. The interior is in immaculate condition. It also has 2 airbags, air conditioning, CD & cassette, central locking, ABS brakes, Electric windows and mirrors. It has service history available from its old owner. It has also had the cambelt replaced.

$9,980 Holden BArinA HAtCHBACk 2007 Hows this for great value. This is NZ new and has been on a full maintainance program from new. Would be ideal for those wanting a thrifty car for commuting or a second family car. It has a peppy 1600cc engine and is 5 speed manual.

The interior is in very tidy condition. It also has a roof spoiler, 2 airbags, CD, air conditioning, electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking and factory alloy wheels.

$4,980 Holden AstrA City 2001 This is a really tidy little car. It is NZ new, is 1800cc and is 5 speed manual. The interior is in very tidy condition. It has aftermarket alloy wheels, 2 airbags and airconditioning. The paintwork has the odd minor scratch here and there but you would say that it is in very tidy condition for its year and mileage. The cambelt was last done at 80000km..

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$10,980 $6,980 MAzdA e2000 VAn 2000 Well this would be a great van for the handyman or tradesman. It is a 1 owner and is NZ new. It has only done 123km. The interior is generally very tidy. It has a peppy 2000cc engine and is 5 speed. It also has a towbar and some extra shelving in the rear. It has just had a new WOF

toyotA CAMry Gl 2007 This Camry is NZ new and is 1 owner. It has been an ex lease company car. The interior is in very tidy condition. This has an amazing amount of interior space and would be comparable to any Falcon or Commodore. It has a 2400cc engine and is 5 speed manual. It also has cruise control, 8 airbags, factory sound system air conditioning, electric windows and mirrors.

$16,980 Ford Courier XlX 2Wd 2004 These are a really popular ute for all walks of life and seem to have many uses from company utes to family cars. This is NZ new and has had 1 owner and been on a full maintenance program from new. The interior is in very tidy condition but does have 3 phone mounting holes in the dash. It has a peppy 2500cc diesel turbo engine and is 5 speed manual. The cambelt was replaced at 104km. It also has ABS brakes, electric windows and mirrors, air conditioning, 2 airbags, CD, towbar, canopy factory alloy wheels and remote central locking.

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Holden CoMModore ACClAiM 1998 If you are after a great car for towing or just some extra space for the wife and kids then take a look at this. It has heaps of interior space and a huge boot. The interior is in good condition. It has a peppy 3800cc V6 engine and is automatic. It also has a towbar, factory alloy wheels, ABS brakes, 2 airbags, air conditioning, cruise control, electric windows and mirrors and remote central locking. It has just had a new WOF.

$11,980 MitsuBisHi CHAllenGer V6 nz 2002 These are great value for money for either towing or recreational 4wding. It is NZ new and is v6 automatic. The interior is in tidy condition. It also has a towbar, roof spoiler, roof rails, electric windows and mirrors, factory alloy wheels, 2 airbags and air conditioning. The paintwork is also in tidy condition for its year and mileage with only some very minor marks here and there.

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