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Shop ‘n’ Win box. Last year, the Richmond-based competition received 65,000 entries and Waimea Weekly publisher Steve Page says he is expecting another big year. Local retailer Westmeat has been a supporter of the competition ever since it started, the team crossing their fingers for one of their loyal customers to win the cash prize next year. “Westmeat greatly enjoys being part of the Shop ‘n’ Win competition as it’s our way of saying thank you to customers

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“A number of times I made a resolution to give up smoking. It never worked because of the New Year’s resolution, but I did manage to give up eventually.”

“Every year I make a resolution, usually related to fitness or travelling somewhere on my bucket list. I make an effort to meet most of them.”

“I never set a New Year’s resolution because I know I’d never follow it through.”

“I’ve thought about it, but I’ve never really set them because I know people just don’t stick to them.”

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Now that Queen St is back open again until February, motorists are taking the opportunity to come and see its new look. However, community constable Kyle Abbott says that people need to remember that it is now a 30km zone. Tasman District Council reduced the speed limit on Queen St, from Gladstone Rd to Salisbury Rd, and along Sundial Square from 50km to 30km in August. However, due to the ongoing roadworks, most motorists were not aware of the change. “With the road opening and the slower speed environment, people need to know that it’s only 30km,” says Kyle. “It’s an area now for pedestrians, just as much as vehicles.”

Council has installed signs on Queen St near the corner of Salisbury Rd and Gladstone Rd, as well as on Wensley Rd and the exit of the Upper Queen St shopping complex carpark, but Kyle says that the signs are small and that many people don’t really notice them. “While the new layout lends itself to a slower speed, a lot of people are speeding, particularly between Salisbury and Wensley roads.” Police have also had reports of a number of near-misses on the wider footpaths. Due to the absence of a footpath kerb motorists are using the footpaths to perform U-turns or are driving up on the footpaths while parking. “Without the kerbs, cyclists and motorists need to be even more aware of pedestrians.”

Senior Constable Susan Finigan is urging motorists to reduce their speed on Queen St. Photo: Judene Edgar.

It is the time of year for reconnecting with family and friends, reflecting on the achievements of the past 12 months, and enjoying summer in one of the best places in the country. This year, 2017, has been one of the busiest years for the council that I can remember. Councillors and staff have worked extremely hard over the past 12 months and I am proud that this hard work has been rewarded with significant progress in a number of areas to benefit our community. Included among these are a new Freedom Camping Bylaw on its way, work towards a secure water supply for our urban and rural communities, responding to population growth pressures, improved recycling facilities, water quality improvements – among many other things. I am always particularly proud to

be Mayor of Tasman District at this time of year, because every year I hear of so many of you volunteering your time or resources to people in our communities who are less fortunate. Summer also reminds us how lucky we are to live in this district, and often gives us the chance to show visiting family and friends the many special places and experiences we have nearby. I hope you get the chance to make the most of it, and that many of you can take a break from work and the usual daily stresses. For those of you who continue to work in our retail, hospitality, tourism and service industries – thank you. We could not offer locals and visitors such memorable experiences, year-round, without you. Whatever your plans are this holiday season, stay safe, look out for one another and I wish you all a very prosperous New Year.

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What made news in 2017 2017 has been another busy year. From the opening of a new RSA room at Willow Bank Heritage Village, to vandalism at the Radio Controlled Car Club – here are a few snippets of the stories that made the headlines this year. QUEEN ST UPGRADE The $11million Queen St upgrade started on February 7, designed to increase the capacity of stormwater pipes and direct water away from buildings to prevent flooding. Ageing water and wastewater pipes, and telecommunications and power services, are also being replaced. The upgrade has been hit with significant delays and cost over-runs and has left Richmond businesses struggling to cope with the disruption. FREEDOM CAMPING The Wakefield community and Baigent family were successful in getting freedom camping banned from the Edward Baigent Memorial Reserve. Donated by the Baigent family in memory of Wakefield’s founding father Edward Baigent, the reserve had been damaged by rubbish, fires and human waste. Over 100

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Dan Shallcrass, front centre, with volunteers at the McGazzaland construction site in November this year. Photo: Simon Bloomberg. submissions were received by council supporting the ban and forcing council’s hand. MCGAZZALAND BECOMES REALITY In August this year, Waimea Weekly brought local people the news that a group of Wakefield residents were working towards creating a complex to be known as McGazzaland, a tribute to Nelson’s world-famous freestyle mountainbiker Kelly McGarry. Kelly died tragically in early 2016 after suffering a cardiac arrest while biking in Queen-

stown. In November this year, work got underway on McGazzaland, which will encompass a jump track for bikers, a second track out of asphalt and a skatepark. RICHMOND CEMETERY VANDALISM In September, the Waimea Weekly reported on two incidents of vandalism at Richmond Cemetery, which saw over 70 grave damaged. Two youths were found to be responsible and were made to face up to the families affected.

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No beach fires this summer Late-night summer bonfires on the beach are off limits this year due to the high fire risk. “We have high fire danger conditions across the region,” says principal rural fire officer Ian Reade. “Any time a wind over 20kmh exists, these conditions climb to extreme.” Fire permits across the Nelson Tasman region have been cancelled, with the exception of the Nelson Lakes and Murchison areas. “No fire permits except in the Lakes Murchison area are being issued due to the conditions, and this includes beach fires in Golden and Tasman Bays,” Ian says. “This year there is a 9.30pm high tide on New Year’s Eve. With tides at this time it tends to push any fires being lit dangerously close to the beach front vegetation.” Grass drying rates are at the point where unirrigated land is at risk of a fire start from sparks and hot objects including vehicle and motorbike exhausts. “People need to be diligent when working and recreating in the outdoors.” Users of mountainbike and walking tracks are asked to be mindful that if a fire starts below them, it may be difficult for them to get out of the way of a fire. It is suggested that people use these areas either in the cooler mornings or later evenings when the fire danger is at its lowest point of the day. Access to commercial forests and high-risk areas is also being shut down. “If there isn’t any significant rain for several more weeks there will be further shut downs of access to walking and mountainbiking areas,”

Cemetery vandals face their victims The two youths who damaged around 70 headstones at the Richmond cemetery in September have faced their victims. Nelson Bays Youth Aid sergeant Charlie Parfitt says that a Family Group Conference was held for the two youths on December 12. “The conference was attended by 40 to 50 victims who were all related to deceased persons whose graves were damaged.” Following what was described as a “robust and positive process”, agreement was reached at the conference and plans formulated, and these matters will now proceed through the Youth Justice system.

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Summer bonfires on the beach are banned this year due to the high fire risk they pose. Photo: Flickr/a.pasquier.

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Christmas around the world For many Nelsonians, Christmas is a time spent decorating trees, wrapping and unwrapping presents, playing Snoopy’s Christmas too many times, and leaving milk and cookies out for Santa. But the multicultural nature of our region means there are many other different traditions being celebrated too. Kate Russell spoke to three immigrants who are bringing aspects of their culture into their kiwi Christmas this year.

Switzerland: Andrea Goodwin arrived in New Zealand 18 years ago from Switzerland and, although she is married to a New Zealander, she still incorporates her homeland into her Christmas. With two young children, she says it’s important to carry on those Christmas traditions. “In Switzerland Santa is known as 'Samichlaus' who has an assistant called ‘Schmuzli’, and they visit on 6 December,” says Andrea. “He’ll turn up and tell the kids what they have done good or bad and give them some goodies – normally nuts and mandarins, and we do this with other families in Nelson.” Christmas is also celebrated on Christmas Eve, where candles are

lit on the Christmas tree and presents are opened. “On the sixth, we also make little men out of sweet brioche-type

SWITZERLAND: Andrea Goodwin with tree candles and cookies from Switzerland. Photo: Kate Russell. dough, which we hang on the tree. That is very traditional.” Andrea says it can be “tricky” to incorporate these traditions into the New Zealand way of doing Christmas. “But, it definitely adds another layer to our celebrations,” she adds.

Bhutan: Bipan Pradhan, his wife Anjana, and their 19-year-old daughter Pragya are a refugee family from Bhutan, who have been in Nelson for three years. Bipan is Bhutanese of Nepalese origin, and Anjana is Nepalese. The family practice the Hindu religion. “We celebrate two festivals Dashain, in October, and Tihar, known as Bhai Tika, in November,” says Bipan. “Our Christmas celebration is somewhat similar to Bhai Tika, there is not much difference, we play Deusi and Bhailoh like Christmas carols, going from house to house singing and dancing, and, of course, there is a get together for a celebration.” Their Christmas this year will involve a big celebration with their community, involving dancing, prayer, singing, dressing up and Bhutanese/Nepalese food. They give each other presents, but they don’t usually practice any typical western Christmas celebrations - although Pragya says there are many in their community who have “embraced” some Kiwi traditions. Philippines: Marie Lindaya moved to New

Zealand from the Philippines 28 years ago and now lives in Richmond. Even though she has been here for nearly three decades, she still celebrates Christmas in true Filipino fashion. “People in the Philippines like to celebrate Christmas for as long as

PHILIPPINES: Marie Lindaya from the Philippines with some traditional Christmas decorations. Photo: Kate Russell. possible, it’s the most important holiday of the year,” says Marie. “The playing of Christmas carols starts in September and the formal celebrations start on 16 December and continue to the first Sunday in January.”

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Our top ten things to do and see... One of the biggest attractions of the Nelson-Tasman region is the stunning outdoors, we’ve got hundreds of hectares of pristine native bush, lakes, rivers, mountains and beaches all on our back doorstep. So, we’ve put together a list of our Top 10 outdoor places that will make for a memorable and enjoyable day trip. 1. Tahunanui Beach There’s no question that Tahunanui Beach is one of Nelson’s hottest holi-

day spots. Not only is it a beautiful beach with safe swimming opportunities, it’s just a stone’s throw from the city. There’s also plenty to do beside swimming, building sandcastles and sunbathing. The beach is right next door to the iconic Lions playground, Natureland Zoo, Pro Karts, fun park, hydroslide and much more, with Moana Stand Up Paddle Board and Kitesurf Nelson also on site, hiring out equipment to

those who are a little more adventurous. Head to the back beach for a walk with your dog, have a game on the tennis, volleyball or petanque courts or check out some of the great food and beverage providers, there’s just so much to do in Tahunanui.

Tahunanui Beach. 2. Kaiteriteri Mountainbike Park The Nelson-Tasman region is renowned for its mountain biking, with hundreds of kilometres of man-made trails meandering through stunning scenery. There are a huge number of choices including Dun Mountain, Codgers, Silvan and, of course, Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park. The parks network of tracks has increased dramatically since the first stage was completed in 2009 and now has 28 trails ranging from the grade

two Easy Rider that connects to the Great Taste Trail, right through to the advanced trails like Skullduggery. One of the parks most popular loops is the twisting, turning climb up Ziggy and Corkscrew, leading to a spectacular outlook over Kaiteriteri beach, with a sweeping return ride down Jaws. Get on your bike and see for yourself. 3. Rabbit Island Rabbit Island truly is a unique jewel in the region’s crown, offering people a vast sandy beach, safe waters to swim in and a great network of cycle tracks connecting to Tasman’s Great Taste Trail. The beach features picnic areas, barbeque facilities, toilets and a boat ramp, not to mention the Mapua Ferry which takes people from Rabbit Island across to Mapua, where you’ll find great shopping and dining opportunities. 4. Te Waikoropupu Springs Te Waikoropupū Springs are the largest freshwater springs in New Zealand, the largest cold-water springs in the Southern Hemisphere and

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Te Waikoropupu Springs. Photo: Graeme Churchard. 5. Wharariki Beach The track to Wharariki Beach traverses farm paddocks and takes people through a section of coastal forest, before arriving at the beautiful windswept coast. The best time to visit is at low tide when you can walk

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Maiden Jeans acoustic duo James Mead and Dianne Sutherland will be playing at The Villa every weekend lunch-time in January. Photo: Supplied. over 100 hours a week - not the New Zealand lifestyle they were after. So, a year ago they packed their bags and shifted to Wakefield. The Villa café opened in February offering a selection of handcrafted, German-inspired cakes and pastries, tea and coffee, wines and beers and, best of all, great hospitality. Adding a small kitchen, they also opened The Daily Exchange, in the former The Treasure Box shop. The Daily Exchange provides a selection of German sausages, cured meats, cheeses, finest oils and vinegars, as well as handcrafted chocolates from New Zealand and around the world. The Daily Exchange also doubles as a function room allow-

ing for group bookings and parties. A chance meeting led to the introduction of music at The Villa’s in March. UK-based acoustic duo Maiden Jeans, featuring expatriate Dianne Sutherland and her UK partner James Mead, add to The Villa’s atmosphere playing country, folk and easy-listening music weekend lunch-times. Michael and Marleen are taking a well-earned break over Christmas but say that they will be back open Tuesday, January 2, for the Wakefield Community Craft Fair. “The shop will be stocked with some wonderful things for people to buy and they can come and enjoy some live music and have something to eat.”

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crafts, art and food, all from the Wakefield Community ily outing. the Wakefield area,” says or- Craft Fair and the historic Restoration work on the ganising committee member mural,” says committee mem- 17-year-old mural, which can Paula Aldridge. “We have so ber John Hurley. They will be found on the Wakefield much hidden talent that peo- have the steam machinery pharmacy building, started in November, thanks ple don’t know about, to artist Pete Madso it’s our opportunity sen and the efforts of to showcase that talthe Wakefield muent.” ral group. The group As well as offeris aiming to raise ing stallholders and members of the pub$15,000 to complete the restoration and lic a fantastic day out, install some historithe Wakefield Comcal description panels munity Craft Fair will as well. The Wakefield be combining forces with Higgins Heritage Community Craft Fair is on Tuesday, January Park to raise funds for the restoration of Wakefield Community Craft Fair organisers, 2, at the Village Green the historic Wakefield from left, Avis Blowers, Paula Aldridge and and Hall from 9am to Mural. Maxine McKean, getting ready for the fair on 2pm. Higgins HeritOn the same day as January 2, next year. Photo: Brittany Spencer. age Park will be open from 10am to 3pm. the fair, Higgins Heritage Park is running an open and saw mill running, trac- The theme for the day is hisday, including demonstra- tion engine and rail digger toric hats, so find or make an tions of their steam machines. rides, and all of the displays old-fashioned hat to wear on “We really wanted to support open to make for a great fam- the day.

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“We are absolutely stoked – another step closer to putting Wakefield on the map,” says Michael. “Everyone has been so supportive.” The judges used the results of people’s choice voting, their expertise and local café knowledge to help seek out the top cafés in the country. Judges visited the cafés in November in a “mystery shopper” format. Michael says that they didn’t know who was coming or when, but knows to expect another visit sometime before the national winner is announced in February. “It was always about more than just The Villa, it’s about working with the community to help make Wakefield a destination.” Before opening The Villa in February, Michael and Marleen worked in five-star hotels in Switzerland, Los Angeles, Hawaii, the Caribbean and on cruise liners, but the simpler life in New Zealand beckoned. Shifting to Auckland 10 years ago, Marleen worked at the Langham and OTT Patisserie, Auckland’s best German bakery and pastry shop. Michael’s skills were in hot demand at The Hilton and Langham hotels and then as head chef for catering company Collective Hospitality. However, Michael was back working

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WHAT'S ON When: Friday, December 29, 9am – 4pm. Shopping, fun and entertainment for the whole family at the biggest market in the top of the South.

Founders Summer Reads Book Fair

When: Saturday, December 9 – Sunday, January 14, 2018.

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When: Monday, January 1, 10am-4pm. This annual event is a fun day for the whole family and raises funds for community facilities and

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Mapua Art Group Exhibition

When: Tuesday, January 2, from 9am until 3pm. Held at the Riwaka Domain, Riwaka Market Day is an annual fundraising event that supports the running of the Motueka Pottery Workshop.

When: Thursday, January 4 – Wednesday, January 17, from 10am – 5pm. Held at the Mapua Community Hall, the exhibition is organised by Mapua Art Group, made up of amateur artists. The annual exhibition is a showcase of the year’s work. All artwork is for sale.

The Summer Beach Bus service starts from December 27, and runs continuously through the day between Tahuna Beach Holiday Park and Nelson i-Site, stopping off at Tahuna Beach. The bestest, fastest funnest and cheapest way to travel this summer costs just $2 for adults and $1 for children.

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January 2, When: Tuesday, Janurary from 10am until 4pm. Organised by the Nelson Road Racing Association, the Port Races is Nelson’s annual high-octane motorcycle street-racing event. Held along Vickerman St, the event costs $15 per adult, children under 14 $5, while family entry is $30.

When: Thursday, January 4 – Monday, January 8, from 10am to 4pm daily. Nelson Society of Modellers is hosting an International Model Engineering Convention, with associated members coming from around New Zealand and overseas with their locos and traction engines. Entry is $1 for adults and free for those under one year.

FOUNDERS PARK TWILIGHT CONCERT Friday 5th of Jan starting at 4pm Five bands - including the fabulous Wellington City Shake-‘Em-On-Downers and Craig Walters Quartet Family friendly · Local food carts $10 gate entry, under 16s free.

BOATHOUSE CONCERT Thursday 4th of Jan 7pm Lady Day: Jennine Bailey sings Billy Holiday

When: Tuesday, January 2, 9am – 2pm. To be held in Wakefield Village Hall and out on the green, the fair is a great community day full of local crafts, food and more.

Nelson Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Club Show

When: Saturday, January 6 – Sunday, January 7. Each year the Nelson Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Club puts on a display in the Stoke Memorial Hall. Club rules restrict machines to those over 25 years of age, from all continents and all the famous manufacturers. Open on Saturday from 9am until 5pm and Sunday from 9am until 4pm.

Skatepark Tour 2018 Mapua

When: Sunday, January 7, from 3pm – 5pm. The Skatepark Tour returns to the region this summer, showcasing the best talent on skateboards, BMX bikes and scooters. To be held at Mapua Skatepark.

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When: Saturday, January 6, 1pm until 10pm. Grab your picnic rug and your dancing shoes for Out of the Blue, a day-long music festival, to be held in Trafalgar Park. Grab you tickets at www.dashtickets.co.nz.

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When: Sunday, January 7 – Sunday, March 18. Every Ever Sunday, 1:30pm – 4pm. Bring a picnic and relax on the Village Green with live jazz, brought to Founders Heritage Park by Nelson Jazz Club. Entry is $2 per person on the door.

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Summer activities at Broadgreen Wednesday 17th January 10.30am - 12pm Open Day at Broadgreen Historic House Come along and have a go at colonial games, chores and activities - hands on! No bookings required.

Monday 22nd January 10.30am - 12pm Let’s get Lacy! Make a clay Lace Bowl Free for children aged 5 and over and accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Bookings required.

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Skatepark Tour 2018 Tapawera

When: Wednesday, January 10, 5pm – 7pm. The tour’s championship leaderboard has riders across all ages and disciplines competing for competition points. To be held at Tapawera Skatepark.

Obstacle Course Tahunanui Beach

When: Thursday, January 11, 10:30am – 12pm. Head down for a challenging morning of obstacles during this free community event. To be held at Tahunanui Beach.

Tahuna Summer Sounds

When: Friday, January 12, and Friday, January 19, from 6pm – 9pm. Live music returns to Tahunanui beach this summer with evening twilight concerts to kick start the new year. To be held at Tahunanui Reserve Youth Park.

Motueka Country Music Festival

When: Friday, January 12 – Sunday, January 14. Starts at 7pm on Friday and con-

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Interislander Summer Festival Nelson Harness Races

When: Friday, January 12 and Sunday, January 14. Gates open at 9:30am. Head along to Richmond Showgrounds and enjoy a day at the races. Entry is $10 for adults while children under 18 are free.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

When: Sunday, January 14, 11am – 1:30pm. Get your picnic together and head along to Isel House and Park for the annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic.

Tata Titanic Cardboard Boat Race

When: Sunday, January 14, from 9:30am. Cardboard boats battle the tide at Tata Beach, competing for the TAG Trophy, The Most Dramatic Sinking, Bribery and Flattery Award and many other prizes. Free for spectators, $10 per boat.

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Over 100 riders from around the country will bebe attending the Port Nelson Races, with thousands ofof spectators expected toto come along Over 100 riders from around the country will attending the Port Nelson Races, with thousands spectators expected come along and watch the high-octane action too. Photo: Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport. and watch the high-octane action too. Photo: Barry Whitnall/Shuttersport. “We seesee less and less ofof this sort ofof “We less and less this sort stuff today, ” says Adrian. “It’s restuff today,” says Adrian. “It’s really good forfor Nelson, but wewe live ally good Nelson, but live inin a PC world and while guys goa PC world and while guys goinging flatflat out onon a confined bumpy out a confined bumpy road, with curves and fences and road, with curves and fences and

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Each year people drown in New Zealand waters who may have been saved if they had been wearing a lifejacket, says the Coastguard. The Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade campaign, which went nationwide for the first time last year, saw over 4500 lifejackets traded in for new across the country in an effort to help keep boaties safe on the water. Since the campaign started three years ago, over 7000 lifejackets have been traded in, meaning thousands of boaties are now safer on the water. “Lifejackets save lives, it’s as simple as that,” says Coast-

guard New Zealand CEO Patrick Holmes. “Two-thirds of recreational boating fatalities would likely be prevented if lifejackets were worn - a lifejacket has never ruined a day on the water.” The Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade van will be visiting over 35 major boat ramps and locations around the country throughout the busy summer holiday period, laden with lifejackets. The van will be at the Kerr Bay boat ramp in St Arnaud, Thursday, January 4, from 1pm to 4pm. It will then be at the Akersten St boat ramp in Nelson on Saturday, January 20, from 9am to 1pm, and on Sunday, January 21, at Bays Boating in Motueka from

8am to 11am and at the Kaiteriteri beach front opposite the campsite from 1pm to 4pm. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for people to update their lifejackets,” says Coastguard Nelson president Wayne Harrison. “We got two for the family last year, and they’re great.” All you have to do is bring your old or damaged lifejacket to the Old4New team at the van and receive a discount on a quality, modern, and fit-for-purpose Hutchwilco lifejacket. Boaties and members of the public can also get advice about boating and water safety from the friendly team. According to the Coastguard, only 70 per cent of

boaties say they wear a lifejacket at all times when out on the water. This rate is highest for kayakers and canoeists (83 per cent), and falls to just over 60 per cent for people in power boats and 55 per cent for people in sail boats. “We advise people to wear them at all times – things can happen very quickly, and you don’t always have time to reach for them,” says Wayne. The Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade is proudly funded by Maritime New Zealand with support from the Southern Trust, in conjunction with generous support from kiwi companies Hutchwilco and the Giltrap Group. For full details go to old4new. nz.

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Baseballers get noticed At the completion of a successful season, Nelson Baseball sees three of its members head out of town on national gigs. Cooper Grant, 13, and Reegan Lawton, 14, are this week training as part of the NZ U15 squad. The final cut of this squad will be named as the national side to play in the Oceania U15 qualifier in Auckland from January 18 to 21, 2018. Their team mate Harrison Kroos, 15, has been selected to play for a New Zealand U16 selection team in the Gold Coast Summer Classic Baseball Tournament, in January. Coach Marty Grant acknowledged the players had put in the effort and training and it had paid off in their selection. Nelson Heat Baseball Club president Tom Kroos said all the region’s players had seen marked improvements over the spring season and it was pleasing to see some of them being noticed at national level. The three boys are also part of the baseball team that is currently topping the senior men’s

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birds who reliably indicate where to find the fish. Small, slim spinners, skirted lures or micro jigs work a treat, but change trebles to large single hooks, otherwise you will get a spectacular kahawai airshow but hardly any fish in the bin. Cast or troll the lures and don’t forget to let the kids have a go too! Bleed them and put them on ice immediately to get a perfect result and give the raw fillets a try; either thinly sliced as sashimi with soy sauce and wasabi or marinated island style as ika mata – you won’t regret it, I promise. Otherwise just fry them, mince them for fish patties and pies or, of course, chuck them in the smoker – divine. Dominik Berghamer

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Mixed year for sport Andrew Board 2017 was the sporting year that might just be looked back on as the one that set up future glories. As a sporting year for Nelson, 2017 didn’t quite get there, really. Of our top teams, Tasman United, Nelson Giants and Tasman Makos, only the Makos had a season they’d like to remember, despite losing its third NPC final in just four years. As a host, Nelson’s only Blackcaps games will be on December 29 against the West Indies, with last summer’s games falling in 2016. We didn’t host any major games at Trafalgar Park, outside of the Makos, and the Black Sticks didn’t come either. We did host the inaugural Netball World Club Championships at Trafalgar Centre and fortunately they will be back

next year. In the club scene, not one club dominated the major codes. In senior club rugby, Waimea Old Boys won the Tasman Trophy with Nelson winning the Nelson Bays competition. In football it was FC Nelson which scraped home in the Nelson Bays Football first division and in netball Jacks OPD came away with the championship. In senior cricket it was undoubtedly Stoke/Nayland’s year, winning a total of three titles including this month’s 110-over competition. Of the locals doing well, Nelson Sports Award winner and rower Zoe McBride is an obvious standout, alongside bowls’ Shannon McIlroy, All Blacks Liam Squire, David Havili and Kane Hames, cyclists Jack Bauer and George Bennett. In fact, George was arguably the region’s best-performing

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Nelson Tasman is a boaties’ paradise and nearly half of all adult Kiwis head out onto the water in a boat each summer. Unfortunately, Maritime New Zealand says that, on average, 20 boaties die each year on New Zealand’s waters. Tasman Harbourmaster Dan Cairney says that the key is preparation, because the buck stops with the skipper, no matter how big or small your boat is. “Boating safety doesn’t happen by chance, you need to prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules and weather conditions,” he says.

“The weather can change very quickly so always check the forecast before you go and on NowCasting channels when you are out there.” Dan says that it’s important to use a marine weather forecast because land forecasts don’t take into account wind speed over water or wave size. There is also a MetService Marine App that you can download for free. You need to ensure that there is one lifejacket, in the right size, for each person onboard. However, lifejackets and communications work together. Wearing your lifejacket, you are much less likely to drown, but if you can’t call for help no one knows to rescue you, and then hypothermia becomes a serious

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risk. Dan recommends taking at least two waterproof forms of communication with you – VHF radio, cellphone, distress beacons (EPIRB or PLB) and flares or torches. “You also need to let people know where you are going, who’s with you, and when you expect to be back.” Research from Maritime New Zealand found that 34 per cent of users of powered vessels and 38 per cent of sail boats users consumed alcohol while on the water. The Safer Boating Forum has identified alcohol as one of the key risk factors in fatal and nonfatal boating accidents. Dan says that the best rule of thumb is to wait until you’re back on dry land before having a drink.

“Alcohol affects your judgement and it changes how your body reacts if you are plunged into the water,” says Dan. Coastguard Nelson president Wayne Harrison says that they will be on standby 24/7 throughout the summer period “in case things go wrong”. A key focus for water safety this year is local knowledge, and Dan says that Tasman’s Guide to Boating and Water Sports in Tasman District is a great place to start. Essential safety equipment checklist: • Lifejackets – the correct size for each person • Communication equipment – two waterproof methods • Navigation – charts, plotter, GPS, depth sounder, lights

• Alternative power – a spare outboard or oars • Bailing system – bucket, bailer or bilge pump • An anchor – with three to six metres of chain • Fire extinquisher – stored within reach of the deck or cockpit • First aid kit – basic kit for minor accidents or injuries • Torch - spare bulb and batteries • Throwline – for person overboard • Fuel – take one-third to get there, one-third to return and one-third in reserve. More information about local boating conditions, tides, harbours and rules can be found at tasman. govt.nz/recreation/boating-fishing/ or nelson.govt.nz/recreation/ recreation/boating-and-fishing.

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There are so many things to love about summer, the locals. “The concentrate has no added sugar but the one that really brings back childhood and is a healthy option for your Soda Stream, memories is picking your own berries, which it makes a delicious summer drink, especially are particularly bountiful this year. for the kids,” says Maree. “And our boysenberry Glen and Maree powder is great to Holland own the use as a natural biggest boysenflavour or colourberry garden in ing. I sprinkle it New Zealand, alon my breakfast though they also for that extra have raspberries, health boost I black raspberries need during this and blackberbusy harvest.” ries that are ripe The Tasman Bay for the picking Berries shop also at their Tasman offers pre-packBay Berries shop. aged berries, real“Our boysenberfruit ice creams, ries are really big, Maddison Holland, Maree Holland, Poppy Restieaux s m o o t h i e s , juicy, healthy and and Bex Nott are literally jumping with joy at this year’s drinks and frozen sweet this season, fantastic berry crop. berries. Come thanks to our climate and because of the great and enjoy their relaxed atmosphere, at one of work our guys have done in growing them,” says the picnic tables under their shade sails. Make the most of this fantastic berry season Maree. As well as selling their berries in bulk through with a visit to Tasman Bay Berries. You’ll find local markets and Countdown supermarkets, their shop at 37 McShane Road, Richmond. the Tasman Bay Berries team is also focusing on They’re open from 9am until 5pm, or check out the retail side of the business. They’ve created their website at www.tasmanbayberries.co.nz their own freeze-dried boysenberry powder and for more information or to pre-order your bera 100 per cent boysenberry juice concentrate, as ries. Tasman Bay Berries also has a Facebook well as partnering with Pic’s Peanut Butter to page where you’ll find behind-the-scenes vidtrial a delicious Pic’s boysenberry jam, just for eos, updates and more. Business Update. Advt.

Fish are popping up all around Waimea Intermediate thanks to a new initiative trying to highlight the connection between our homes and businesses, and our streams and waterways. The fish stencils are being spray painted by Waimea Intermediate students beside the drains in the school to help make students more aware of where the rubbish that gets put down our drains goes. Part of the school’s ‘survival and sustainability’ theme for the term, students have also designed posters that are being put up around the school so that other students understand why the stencils are there. “You’re not meant to wash your cars on the driveway because all of the chemicals wash into the drains, which goes out to the sea,” says Waimea Intermediate student Tom Lams. Tasman District Council environmental education officer, Adie Leng, says that the programme is designed to

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tional against Pakistan on January 9, while a smaller group is needed for New Zealand A’s encounter against Pakistan on January 3. This is in addition to a large crew who get the ground ready by doing such

tasks as erecting canopies and signage and numbering seats. Sport Tasman events organiser Jane Miles, whose job it is to assemble the volunteers, says it is usually no problem getting enough people for the cricket. "This bunch is really keen. They come from all areas and many are retirees who have extra hours to devote to community projects. "Many are former cricketers keen to give back to the sport and who want to see Saxton Oval continue to get such matches. Others do it because they like the interaction with the public and enjoy welcoming visitors to the region, and some do it as it is a great day out where they also get to watch an international game.’’ Volunteers are provided with a uniform, food and drink, and there is a follow-up meal as a thank-you. "We are very lucky to have such a keen and active database of volunteers who are vital to the whole operation and whom we really appreciate,’’ says Jane. "They are like a big family and there may be others out there who want to be part of this.’’

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Students Tom Lams, left, and Mack Allred with one of the fish stencils that Waimea Intermediate designed to alert students to the impact of what they pour down the drains. Photo: Judene Edgar. encourage students not to lit- member to dispose of paint ter and to remind them that properly, they often forget if they do litter, they will be that even rinsing their paint killing marine life. brushes can be a problem,” “The knowledge about why she says. the fish are there, not just Outside drains, roofs and that they are there, is what’s road gutters are directly conimportant,” she says. nected to our waterways, es“A lot of people don’t real- tuaries and the beach, so we ise how interconnected our need to be careful how we homes and streams are and dispose of our unclean runthe impact that litter, clean- off. Essentially only rain and ing chemicals, paint and oil clean tap water should go can have on our waterways. down our outside drains. While people might re- Richmond woman Jen Trow

was walking her dog last weekend near Jimmy Lee Creek when she saw a white cloudy substance come pouring down the creek. “It was very concentrated, so it looked like it must have been dumped quite nearby,” Jen says. “A lot of people take their dogs there and they jump into the creek to cool off. I’d be devastated if my dog got sick because of someone’s ignorance or arrogance.” Jimmy Lee Creek flows into the Washbourn Gardens pond, which is part of the stormwater system. Council staff visited the pond last week to check on the unusually high levels of algae. While the warm, dry weather and increased sediment levels in the pond are all contributing to the algal levels, resource scientist Trevor James says, “feeding the ducks, fertilising lawns and washing cars, all impact on stormwater ponds such as Washbourn Gardens”. Councillor Dana Wensley says that both the community and council need to play a role in protecting our waterways.

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The Tasman Thunder has named an experienced line-up to head to Auckland for the New Zealand Stock Car teams championship on December 29 and 30. Having made the final two years ago, the team have unfinished business to try to claim the top prize and bring the event back to Nelson. The Thunder will be the only South Island team making the journey this year. Keightley Teece makes a welcome return after missing the earlier teams events. The current South Island champion claimed fifth spot at last year’s New Zealand individual title. His inclusion will bolster the lineup. Michael Paynter leads from the front. The quiet assassin knows how to use the bumper but is equally at home setting the pace. Brad Neiman generally takes up the lead. He will be on the pace and is crafty at avoiding trouble. Adam Hall does what needs to be done in the block role, making a

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reserve. He has stepped up this year, racing for the KB Indians team last year he learnt quickly to become a regular member for the Thunder this season. He will have to step in if one of the other drivers gets injured. Craig Tatnell and John Everett have been the other members of the Thunder team this season but

were unavailable for Auckland,. Mel Heine manages the team again this year. The format this year is a four car line-up and a reserve. While traditionally it’s normally five cars racing and a reserve, the Thunder have been racing the four-car format in the events to date, which could be a strate-

gic advantage heading into the championship. They will be put into qualifying groups on the first night with points being awarded for the top five finishing spots. The second night will be first car past the post wins. The winner will then advance to a semi and final. The team that wins the title also gets to host the event the following year. The Thunder made the final two years ago but were defeated on night two against Rotorua last year, who eventually lost to Auckland in the final. The Thunder won the Teams Brawl here in Nelson in November and were on the end of an unlucky referee’s call in Christchurch to miss the final a week later. They will be one of the most experienced team’s at this year’s title and head north with high expectations. The Tasman Thunder Stock Car team would like to thank their sponsors, Deans Truck Services, BNT Richmond, Image Creators, Richmond Fibreglass, Supercharge Batteries, Imagepress Photography, and the Nelson Speedway Association.

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for Arthritis NZ after developing two forms of arthritis. Along with his partner Sue, Mauric e leads an active life and part of it is volunteering at the Ngawhatu swimming pool, where he is a trained lifeguard. “But I only save the ladies,” he joked. Last week he and Sue spent two hours at Z petrol station in Halifax St, where he worked as a “community concierge” washing window s and greeting customers. He handed out orange tokens which his customers s in the canoe compete ll McDowe Tommy could use to vote for Arthritis NZ and .help the charity Festival over the weekend the Buller slalom atreceive cash from Z, through its Good in the Hood proWhitnall/Shuttersport. Barry Photo: motion . Maurice says he got relief from his treatment so wanted to give back, but he wasn’t sure if he’d be offered a job after for winter fest of day kind “Sue’s efforts. dip andhis right A duck into it and I just follow Club rugby along, but when people respond you feel good.” kicks off

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the town. “I think this year we had a lot of people coming from further. We had a lot of international competitors and not just professional athletes but some just here for a good social time,” she says. “There was a good long queue everywhere, the Four Square was flat out, the petrol station was flat out. I don’t think they’ve sold as much bread, meat and beer as they did this weekend.”

A 120-site holiday park on Lower Queen St, a $50 million lifestyle village on Wensley Rd in Richmond and a 95 lot rural residential subdivision in Wakefield are the latest developments to get the green light as the Tasman district continues to grow. Queen St Caravans and Motorhomes has already started stage one of their holiday park development which will be open in time for next summer. Ben Nevis Holdings had a resource consent for their 95 lot rural residential subdivision on Totara View

Maurice Abrahams is a legend in Nelson. He still plays in the Nelson Brass Band, has served as a Freemason for more than 70 years and volunteers for Arthritis NZ after developing two forms of arthritis.

Along with his partner Sue, Maurice leads an active life and part of it is volunteering at the Ngawhatu swimming pool, where he is a trained lifeguard. “But I only save the ladies,” he joked. Last week he and Sue spent two hours at Z petrol station in Halifax St, where he worked as a “community concierge” washing windows and greeting customers. He handed out orange tokens which his customers competes in the canoe McDowell Tommy could use to vote for Arthritis NZ and help the charity Festival over the weekend. the Buller slalom atreceive cash from Z, through its Good in the Hood proWhitnall/Shuttersport. Barry Photo: motion. Maurice says he got relief from his treatment so wanted to give back, but he wasn’t sure if he’d be offered a job after his efforts. “Sue’s right into it and I just follow along, but when people respond you feel good.”

Maurice Abrahams, 94, washes a car window at Z Halifax last Friday as part of a fundraising push by Arthritis New Zealand. Photo: Andrew Board.

all be a bit bigger. There’s also going to be Rd, Edward St and Gossey Drive North in camping sites and 12 cabins but we won’t Wakefield signed off last Tuesday, while be taking permanent residents.” commissioners have approved the Olive The holiday park is being developed on the simon@waimeaweekly.co.nz his partner Linda Manera’s Estate lifestyle village at 109 Wensley Rd. Rod andPost A noisy site NewofZealand aeroplane is exMo- it usually goes. The work in and where Queen St Caravans A resource consent for the Lower Queen this tobusiness, Blenhe- tive Kaye McNabb says land in Nelson at 6am every St andim “We’ve already spent four months onpected the delay to 6am rival until 6am, Rod means the plane – a Fokker 27 Friendat 442 Lower Queenday St holiday park was granted last Septemto minimise the effect. The torhomes selfat least three weeks, will have a big impact on NZ Post, which could wake inquirstage. We are powering-up 50 sites forfor ship – will arrive in Nelson each but they changed schedule will already been getting ber, and co-owner Rod Yarrell says they and from says they day at weren’t willing to have have a significant theirhave sleep, admits Nelson 6am and its noise contained motorhomes and caravanspeople such an impact on impact on will have a “noticeable” locals NZ Post with the inevitable flow are presently working on installing fencing ies from prospective customers. block Ltd. during the middle of the night. then we’ll get started on the ablution Airport impact. the on effect through the distribution be huge judging by will and the underground cabling and water “Demand NZ Post will bring its “If the aircraft arrived at 3am I am and demail from the North But the 6am and laundry. sure we livery chain, so we’re landing is much better than would pipes. He says it has been a big job with Island we’ll but pleased that the opto sites Nelson for three 120 for 2 in 3am, be inundated with calls wondering to PAGE SEE four weeks “We have consents which is when NZ Post usually erator has been so willing to co-operate 600 metres of trenches, 3.5 kilometres of they’llas an upgrade of navigation flys what was going on,” says Kaye. for probably only put in around 90 so April, equip- in and the time they had the benefit of local residents.” electric cabling and 210 metres of fencing. proposed to land “After discussions ment is carried out at Blenheim with the operator it The first Airport, in Nelson. Nelson Airport early morning landing is expected Ltd chief execu- was agreed the aircraft would delay its ar- to be on April 7.

By Tim O’Connell While the rest of the South Island encountered rain, snow and pestilence it was typical Tasman sunshine at Kaiteriteri Beach on Sunday as hundreds descended on the shoreline for the Riwaka School Mid-Winter Festival. Bands, performances and the standard array of hot and tasty food made for a welcome way to spend a winter morning, while children were entertained by bouncy castles, mini jeeps and trains as well as a big dig for

prizes around the golden sands. The main attractions of the day were the mid-winter dip and the duck race, both of which drew plenty of entries from locals and out of towners keen to support Riwaka School. Fairies, bumblebees and superheroes were among the costumes on display as the swimmers gathered for the former. Jeanette Clark from Lower Moutere was found in pre-plunge contemplation of the icy fate that awaited her. “Everyone has their bucket list

of things to do, and this is one of mine,” she said. With the tide in for the 11am start of the dip there was a very short run from the shore to the ocean, leaving the hundred or so brave folk who entered little time to chicken out. Admirably, a handful managed to remain in the water for an extended period of time to milk the moment, although it should be noted that most of these people were female. For the rest however, the sequence of events once sub-

merged was akin to someone abruptly hitting the rewind button on a DVD. The duck race was a slightly more drawn out affair, yet attracted just as much interest as the earlier event, although it wasn’t long before the nature of inanimate object racing set in and a good portion of the entered ducks were soon bobbing listlessly in the lagoon, Speaking to the Guardian after an extremely successful day in the sun, Riwaka School Principal Fraser Campbell was ecstatic

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