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Summer Fare ‘the best yet’ wise but it turned it on for its farewell, providing a cracker of a night for the estimated 3500 people who packed central Richmond.

The family atmosphere dominated the event with local band Groove Collective getting people of all ages up on the dance floor until the 10pm closing.

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Dakota Nicholson, Tom and Max McClelland and Angus Forrester enjoy the Sprig & Fern Summer Fare on Friday. Photo: Rosie Thomsen.

They came to farewell summer and they came in their thousands.

The Sprig & Fern Summer Fare attracted a record crowd on Friday night at Richmond’s Sundial Square with stall holders just as happy as the punters they were serving.

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A two storey retail complex is coming to Queen St and is expected to be completed by mid June.

The building, which is being built on land previously owned

by AutoWorld Richmond, will be two stories high and feature five different retail stores.

The retail stores will be a mixture of local and franchise stores and compliment the Richmond Mall, says developer Allister Nalder, who is behind the project along with a group of local businesspeople.

Allister says he was quick to snap up the prime location on Queen St after he had been looking for

an appropriate site in Richmond for several years.

“There’s not many spots available on Queen St. When it went on the market, it was the only one available,” he says.

Allister would not say who the lease holders would be, however he says the complex will be “very compatible with the rest of Queen St,” working in conjunction with Richmond Mall for an enhanced shopping experience.

“Richmond is a growing community; we’re happy to be a part of that.”

Local firm Coman Construction started working on the site earlier this month.

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No major accidents after give way rule changes The first 24 hours under new road rules caused no major accidents, with police monitoring traffic on Monday morning.

Acting road policing manager sergeant Stu Wright says the feedback had been positive since the new rules went live on Sunday morning.

The changes affect all drivers, riders, pedestrians and cyclists.

No major incidents or accidents were reported. “At this stage everyone is behaving themselves,” says Stu. “I’d say there are one or two minor incidents but nothing major has been reported to me.”

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Police kept an eye on certain hot spots around the region, with staff out patrol-

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“Everyone has accepted the new rules with ease,” he says.

Police are likely to be patrolling the roads, looking at intersections over the coming weeks. “There will be extra time, I suppose you would call it, at intersections because of the rule change.”

Stu says some drivers may not be so accepting of the new rules. “No matter what the rule is, there are some drivers that always want to go first.”

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Richmond is shaping as the crucial battleground The list includes two Richmond school princiin the amalgamation decision as voting forms pals, two elected councillors, businesspeople and farmers. get sent out this week.

Early indications point towards Golden Bay Waimea Intermediate School principal Cleve and Motueka voting for the proposal to merge Shearer says he has read the report and supthe Tasman District Council with Nelson City ports amalgamation because it “makes common sense”.

Council but Waimea/Moutere and Lakes “I think this will result in better decision Murchison less so. That leaves Richmaking and better use of resources. I mond, the biggest voting block in the think the wider community will be more district, as the key to deciding which way of a community.” the vote swings.

In January, the Local Government ComFormer Nelson mayor and Tasman winery owner Philip Woolaston has also mission released a proposal to merge the been vocal in his support for the protwo councils after a petition forced them Cleve posal as have Nelson MP’s Maryan Street to look at the issue. It said the region Shearer. and Nick Smith. had “missed opportunities” by having two councils and an amalgamation would save Cleve says the vote is extremely important for the region. money.

The Tasman District Council disputes those “I think most of us are family people and we lose claims and is opposed to a merger. Its mayor a lot of young people to other regions from NelRichard Kempthorne has been vocal in his dis- son. We should be working towards creating a region that they will come back to.” pleasure of the proposal.

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Lisa Cargill might be scared of heights, but it hasn’t stopped the Richmond Volunteer fire fighter climbing the ranks.

Lisa was awarded the medal for five years of service, at an honours night in Richmond recently. She is now a senior fire fighter.

She was also a recipient of an award for Year of the Volunteer.

While she has only been a fire fightCORRECTION: Waimea Weekly would like er, officially, for five years, Lisa has to correct a typo in an article on Brightwater been in and around the station for Vineyards’ Royal Easter Wine Show success most of her life. “I always wanted last week. We would like to apologise to Tony to be one,” says Lisa. “Dad has just Southgate, who was awarded the presitigious done 29 years so I’ve grown up at Winemaker of the Year award. The win is a the station and I’ve wanted to be a huge achievement for Tony, the vineyard and fire fighter ever since.” for the Nelson/Tasman region.

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Agricultural day to return An agricultural day put on a by a Foxhill farmer will return next year, however the date and name are set for a makeover.

Originally named Leigh Barton after his farm, organiser Julian Stone says it will now be called the Tasman Agricultural Trade Show and is likely to be moved to a weekend.

The event was held a fortnight ago and is intended to provide a similar experience to Fieldays in Fielding, which is New Zealand’s largest agricultural show with more than 1000 exhibitors.

Businesses within the agriculture industry can use the farm and their machinery to display first hand how it all works, something that couldn’t happen inside.

The event will remain free and Julian is looking at bringing in further entertainment. The date clashed with Fieldays, however next year it could be held as late as May or as early as January.

Julian has given surveys out to stall holders from the event to get feedback about next year. “A lot of people are saying it should be on a Saturday and some people said starting later on the Friday and going up until 10pm,” he says. “It was positive for it’s first year and regardless of what anybody says it will be held next year. People liked the feel of the place, seeing it was on a farm.”

Wakefield Scouts Ben Smith, left, and Max Connally have both been presented with the Chief Scout award last week. Both Waimea College students are now entering Ventures where they are hoping to work towards the Queen Scout Award. Photo: Andrew Board.

Wakefield’s newest chief scouts Two Wakefield Scouts have earned the groups highest award.

Ben Smith and Max Connolly received the Chief Scout award along with Georgie Holdaway from the Iron Duke Sea Scouts in Nelson. The pair will now move on to Venturers where they are aiming to become two of the very few to earn the Queen Scout Award.

Bridget Smith, a local coordinator for Scouts, says it’s fantastic news to see

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so many local teenagers achieving the milestone.

“It’s not easy to get and takes a lot of dedication and hard work. This is a big highlight for us and we have another few coming through working towards their Queen Scout now.”

She says all of the chief scout winners are planning on entering Venturers which will see two new Venturer groups set up in the region.

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We visited the biggest party in town on Friday night, The Sprig & Fern Summer Fare.

It was the place to be with thousands of people hitting Sundial Square to send off summer in style.

We also visited a Peter Ray Homes ladies night on Friday.

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Amba Payne, winner of best dressed female, with Kylie Adamson, third.

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On track at railway expo Wendelton Guinea Pig Village designer Marcus Strzoda shows his guinea pigs around the new school. Photo: Rosie Thomsen.

Guinea pig village built for festival

Eyebright will delight this Sunday, with the opening of Wendelton Guinea Pig Village the main attraction of their Easter Festival.

The village will be complete with European inspired buildings including a school, bank, hotel, and will even boast a miniature castle.

“It’s going to be something to set us apart,” says Therese Phillips of Eyebright. “It’ll be a drawcard for families.”

Marcus Strzoda, designer and coordinator of the village, is eagerly anticipating the opening and will wear his traditional German lederhosen for the occasion. The day runs from 9.30am to 4pm on April 1, with the official opening of Wendelton is set for 10am. Pony cart rides, Easter craft activities, and live bunnies are set to make it a great family event. It’s a free event with all welcome. The village will be a permanent attraction on the grounds of Eyebright.

Dozens of trains took to the tracks for the biennial Model Railway Expo, delighting everyone from children to the elderly. Ian McEwan, event coordinator, says the turnout was “better than we expected,” with an estimated 1580 people attending over the two days. Train and modelling enthusiasts could admire the settings that had been created, with 10 layouts set up, created by modellers from Nelson, Blenheim and Christchurch. Planning has already begun for the next Michael Standish, 7, admires the layout at the biennial Model Railevent in March 2014, with three layouts confirmed. way Expo over the weekend. Photo: Rosie Thomsen.

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Post this nomination form to Nelson Hospitality Awards, PO Box 503, Wellington, or drop into the Nelson Weekly, Trafalgar House, Selwyn Place, the Waimea Weekly, 6 Salisbury Road, Richmond, or the Guardian, 19 Wallace St, Motueka. Keep an eye out for the official voting form in the Nelson and Waimea Weekly’s on 10/11, 17/18 and 24/25 April.

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Auto grooming brother joins Brads Brads Smash Repairs in Wakatu Estate has just become even more of a family affair.

Starting this week, Brad and Marney Kelling, owners of Brads Smash repairs, have started Brads Auto Groom.

Based from the same premises, Brad sees it as a natural progression from his paint and panel business. It also comes with the benefit of being able to employ his brother Dayne, who has been an auto groomer for some years now. “When we have a customer’s car ready for delivery after repairs we always like to give it a freshen up” he says. “That involves a vacuum, wash and real good clean.

Now you don’t have to crash your car to get us to clean it as we have extended our service to include pick up and delivery of any car or 4WD.” As part of the special offer, and as long as you book the vehicle in for once a month for at least six months, Brads Auto groom will offer a full clean for $79. And they can have your car picked up and delivered back in under two Dayne Kelling has joined his brother Brad at Brads Smash Re- hours. They promise to have your vehicle back clean, pairs, making it a family affair at the company. Dayne will be an smelling fresh and looking great. Both Dayne and Brad integral part of the new auto grooming service the Wakatu Estate also welcome enquiries from dealers and corporate clients. For any enquires please phone 544 8845. business provides. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

“Community leaders from around the region are taking a positive view towards our region’s future by voting for amalgamation. Just a few of those people are listed below...”

One Council for social services, health, community and sports: less bureaucracy and less red tape and more shared services and facilities for our residents…

Kindra Douglas, QSM, Community worker Penny Molnar, Nurse, community worker Emily Sanson-Rejouis, Founder Kenbe La Foundation and Purple Cake Day Chris Ryan, Retired Principal, Henley School Butch Bradley, Former Tasman Makos Marketing Manager, Director NZ Maori Tourism Dame Alison Roxburgh, Former National President, National Council of Women of New Zealand Darren Shackleton, NZ Fire Service Alec Woods, Fisheries advisor Paula Muddle, Marketing & Communications Manager not-for-profit Dr John Moore, NMDHB member, Regional Transport Committee member Joy Shackleton, Community leader Phil Thompson, Richmond Athletic Football Club Linley Taylor, Community representative Anne Hilson, Local Government Policy Contractor Brigid Ryan, Project Manager/Social Researcher Anne Todd, ONZM, Lawyer Hilary Clifton, Educationalist Maureen Ryan, Teacher Bill Unwin, Retired judge Richard Griffin, Chairman, RNZ Stu Reid, Richmond Athletic Football Club President Sue Morgan, Health advisor Robert Schmuke, Writer Victoria Davis, Golden Bay community Marg LeGros, Community leader Roma Hippolite, iwi/Maori leader, health leader One Council for art, culture and education: one heritage and one history that’s shared and treasured across our region.

Dame Suzie Moncrieff, World of WearableArt Founder Christine Boswijk, Mapua artist Tim Tucker, Deputy Principal Nelson College Hugo Judd, Former Diplomat/Chairman Cleve Shearer, Principal, Waimea Intermediate School John Armstrong, Principal, Henley School Craig Potton, Photographer Gillian Wratt, Scientist, CEO Daniel Allen, Photographer Grant Palliser, Mapua artist Colleen Marshall, Community leader Anne Rush, Nelson artist Alison McAlpine, Educationalist Alison Brodie, Resource Teacher Rodger Brodie, Educationalist Jurgen Rienhoff, Physician/Jewellery maker Esme Palliser, Educationalist Robert Schmuke, Writer

One council for business: less regulation, less cost, and one council to deal with.

Robin Whalley, Business Development Company Mark A’Court, Owner, FreshChoice Nelson Murray Sturgeon, Managing Director, Nelson Pine Colin Gylstra, Takaka business owner Peter Talley, Regional business leader Andrew Dixon, Owner Mussel Inn, Takaka Raj Singh, Business Leader Jon Kyle, CEO, TNL Terry Knight, Golden Bay business owner Nick Ferrier, Nelson accommodation provider Paul Brockie, Top-of-the-South builder Stuart Bean, Motueka business owner Galen King, Nelson business owner Jo Rainey, Economic Development Stu Allan, Nelson business owner Gary Stocker, Richmond lawyer Philip Woollaston, Tasman winery owner Jane Hilson, Resource Management consultant Gabrielle Hervey, CEO, World of WearableArt Kevin Isherwood, Business owner Kay De Bernardo, Business leader David Wallace, Architect Roger Gibbons, Business leader Jeremy Matthews, Real estate agent Rob Stevenson, Business owner Richard Inglis, Generational orchardist, Richmond resident Judy and Tim Finn, Tasman winery owners Hugh Briggs, Nelson business owner Paul Le Gros, lawyer, Tasman winery owner Simon Collett, Largest new home builder in Nelson/Tasman Scott Gibbons, Construction company Managing Director Mark Sheehan, Business owner Scott Starling, Tasman Accommodation provider John Hutton, Tasman accommodation provider John Taylor, Retired businessman Dean and Emma McCashin, McCashin’s Brewery Richard Carver, Architect Rachel Raine, Golden Bay business owner Steve Kelso, Branch manager/shareholder, construction and project management company Nicki van Asch, Business owner

For more go to www.1region.org.nz

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Motorbikes will be highly visible this weekend as the local Ulysses branch hosts the organisation’s national AGM and rally.

Nelson co-ordinator Lorraine Lindsay says 400 people from throughout the country have registered for the event over Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Motorbikes are expected to start to arrive from Thursday and may stay on after the weekend.

While in town the riders will attend the national AGM, a dinner and various events, while also being encouraged to take to Nelson’s famous scenery and motorcycle-friendly roads.

Public Meeting 7.30pm Tuesday 3 April Richmond Town Hall A chance to hear Richmonds’ 4 ward councillors’ views on the Local Government Commissions’ document and ask questions.

Chaired by Nick Moore Organized by Richmond Residents Association

Political: speaking and planning with one regional voice means more strategic planning and the possibility of more government funding for core infrastructure.

Martine Bouillir, TDC Councillor Aldo Miccio, Mayor of Nelson Jack Inglis, ONZM, QSM, TDC Councillor Jeff Rackley, NCC Councillor Pete Rainey, NCC Councillor Maryan Street, Labour MP Glenys Glover, TDC Councillor Kit Maling, TDC Councillor Kate Fulton, NCC Councillor Carl Horn, Environmentalist Carolyn McLellan, Golden Bay Community Board Kerry Marshall, former Tasman and Nelson mayor Leigh Gamby, Golden Bay Community Board Hon Dr Nick Smith, National MP Mik Symmons, Golden Bay Community Board Ruth Copeland, NCC Councillor Karen Brookes, Golden Bay Community Board

Motorcyclists to converge on Nelson

Amalgamation:

Authorised by Robin Whalley, 26 Endeavour Street, Nelson

Voting for a positive future as One

A group of students from Nelson One Day School sell cakes outside House of Travel in Richmond as they fundraise for the SPCA. The students had a trip to the SPCA and after seeing the animals, they wanted to get out on the street and help fundraise. $90 was raised from the cake sales. Photo: Steve Page.

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Another fine old Richmond home At 236 Hill Street Richmond is this fine old the old house and grounds as along with home built in 1891 by Henry and Emma my brothers. We all at different times were Sutton. to mow the lawns for the Colonel as well as Henry Sutton arrived with his family in perform general gardening. One chore that Nelson on the ship “Bolton” as a sticks in my mind was a very large boy in 1842. His family were from macrocarpa hedge. We were reEast Meon in Hampshire, Engquired to keep this hedge in check, land. During the Sutton era the using, as I recall, nothing more house had four rooms downstairs than a slasher, loppers and hedge and two on the second level. The clippers. The task involved climbplain staircase ran straight up from ing on and off an extension ladder the back door and the cob cookon to the broad hedge. After much house was outside, until it burned falling down, into and occasionally down. Later he farmed the 28.7 Peter Kearns. off of, we soon became covered in hectare estate which surrounded bloodied arms, legs and body; we the house. did, however, always accomplish our reThe second owners were the Budd fam- quired task. ily who made extensive alterations to the Morning and afternoon tea breaks were alhome in 1925, considering it to be rather ways on cue with the Colonel producing a small. cold glass of Roses lime juice accompanied Mabel Budd was recorded as the first house by a piece of the best fruit cake. owner and ratepayer and subsequently or- After his first wife died the Colonel marganised alterations adding, the breakfast ried again. His second wife was a friend room drawing room kitchen and front ve- of local artist Jane Evans who, in order to randah. “brighten up” the kitchen, painted the tiles The plain staircase was replaced at some along the sink bench. stage with a rather austere one, which winds Following the death of Colonel Lorimer its way up from the entrance hall. Auckland Jeff and Val Jordan became the very satisultimately beckoned for the Budds and fied owners of the home, which they have they accordingly sold the property to Army said was a very pleasant property to bring Colonel Edward (Ned) Lorimer. A tennis up a family of five children. The Jordans, court was added by Colonel Lorimer, who during their ownership between approxiwas also a very keen swimmer, so a swim- mately 1974 through 1979, made a few ming pool was constructed accordingly. changes, demolishing the laundry to add a From a personal perspective I remember more effective work area, and a garage was

Built in 1891, the Hill St house has been home to many different owners over its long history. added.

Local builder Ian McCully and his wife Carole bought the home in around 1983 and they set about doing some not substantial renovations but sufficient to add enhancement to the existing character of each room. In some cases it was a matter of returning the character and charm of the English style home that had been lost over the decades.

On first moving, in the couple found that all the interior doors had been panelled over.

Upon removing the panels, the McCullys found attractive glass panes which help to keep the house light inside. Layers upon layers of paint had to be stripped from the window sashes and doors. Ian and Carole admitted that much of the work was fiddly

and time consuming. Native timbers were used inside, particularly rimu however some of the kitchen cupboards were kauri and the outside verandah matai. There was already a large kitchen with a large walk in pantry and so with all planning working towards restoration back to original charm, and at the same time accommodating the needs of a modern young family.

Further information about the property is that the roof had been altered and the Suttons did not use the grey slate tiles that adorn it today. Instead they used imported American Douglas fir shingles.

The property/house was originally called Mount Pleasant, possibly after a favourite place back home. The House exists today but on a reduced size piece of land.

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Why we should amalgamate

We are one region. Our rural sector is One: leverage to gain more government the main economic driver, and it is sup- funding for infrastructure. With a greater ported by four ‘urban’ centres in Golden combined population base, our infraBay, Motueka, Richmond and Nelson. structure needs will increase in imporWe work, live and play as one region; tance when lobbying central government. have one economic community; and one Our region will go from 25th and 23rd social cultural and sporting community. largest population bases in NZ to the 8th This is the main premise for why the Lo- largest, and we will be the second largest cal Government Commission believes unitary authority area in the country, secthat having two councils does not fit with ond only to Auckland. This will give us a the way we live our lives. stronger case when lobbying for crucial From a process that began in 2009, we are infrastructure such as roading and water. now at a point where we will finally be Two: Integrated planning to support the able to vote in April for a fresh start for a fundamentals. At present, we do not innew council that better supports the fact tegrate our strategic planning across the that we are one region. region. We run two strategies As you may be aware, I began the to support one community. For petition process out of “frustraexample, we have two Regional tion” that neither the councils nor Land Transport Strategies and central government were willtwo water plans. Delivering you ing to investigate if One Counbetter infrastructure through incil would be better than having tegrated planning is essential to two councils for our one region. deliver economic development.

Questions were often raised about Three: Cost savings. The finanwhether we could do a better job Aldo Miccio. cial analyses show that, just for as one, and yet we never had any detailed a start, we are looking at cost savings of facts to answer these questions. The only $2.65 million in management salaries, way forward under the law was for us, the $280,000 on operational systems, at least residents of Tasman and Nelson, to gain $30,000 on external audit fees and up enough petition signatures to trigger a to $220,000 on lease vehicles. As One study by the independent Local Govern- Council it is estimated that direct cost ment Commission. The commission has savings could be up to $3.20 million (see completed its investigations and given its the Strateg.Ease Report, pg 17). Transirecommendations. tioning to one council has its costs, but The proposal we now have before us is the Strateg. Ease report says these will be the result of 15-months of consultation offset by the savings within just two years. with the public of Nelson and Tasman. It The region’s future is bright, but to fully was important that this process was inde- realise our potential as one region we pendent, to ensure no bias. need to be governed by one council and So why would one council be better? get the benefits of leverage, better planThree main reasons; leverage, fundamen- ning and infrastructure and cost savings. tals (integrated planning) and cost savings.

- Aldo Miccio, representative of electors.

Joseph Robinson, Alexandra Matherson, Jemma Stephenson and Chris Gray of Waimea Intermediate placed first in the upper South Island for the Kid’s Lit Quiz.

They go on to the New Zealand finals in June. Photo: Rosie Thomsen

Students win Kids Lit Quiz A love of literature has scored four Waimea Intermediate students a place in the New Zealand finals for the Kids Lit Quiz, held at the Beehive in June.

Thirty-two teams from the upper South Island competed in Nelson to qualify, with the Waimea Intermediate team taking out first place.

Students competed within their class and then their school to find the most well-read group to send to the finals. Team coordinator, Lucy Pritchard, is looking forward to coaching the team for the finals in Wellington.

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say they read many of the books that gave them an edge for their own interest rather than being assigned them through the school. “We love reading,” they agreed.

The Kids Lit Quiz was started here in New Zealand by Wayne Mills as a not-for-profit competition 21 years ago. It is now a world title involving teams from seven countries, including Australia, South Africa, the UK and China.

The intention was to inspire children to read, and to bring literature into the same arena as sports. The Quiz gives students who are more skilled in academics than athletics the chance to compete and gain recognition on an international level.

The winners of the New Zealand finals in Wellington will go on to the world finals, this year being held in Auckland.

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Although JAB Rugby registration was held in early March, it’s not too late for juniors to get involved and join in.

Tapawera has received a promising number of registrations and is looking to put together four junior teams, so get in now to be a part of the action and help boost the growing club’s numbers. All ages are welcome, and the teams are mixed, so girls who are looking for a sport option this season should give Rugby a go. For JAB inquiries, call Michelle Morgan on 522 4084. The teams will be split into Under 6, Under 8, Under 10, as well as an Intermediate team that will be joined with Murchison.

Senior third training sessions are held on Tuesday and Thursday from 6.30pm, with training already underway for the season. The last few seasons have proved exciting, with plenty of action on and off the field; it’s a great way to become a part of the local community.

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Tapawera’s senior third team met Rangers in a preseason match last year.

Training is already under way for the senior thirds, but it isn’t too late to join up if you are keen.

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The adventure begins before the season, with an Open Boar Hunt to get hearts racing and jumpstart the friendly rivalry. Entry is only $20, with plenty of cash prizes to spur on the competition.

From 5pm on April 5, contestants will have 48 hours to bag a beast, with the final weigh-in held at the Tapawera Rugby clubrooms on April 7 from 5pm, before the prize giving at 7pm.

Prizes are awarded to the heaviest boar, with $250 going to first place, $200 to second, all the way to $50 for fifth place. Biggest tusks will also claim a $50 prize, and average weight and heaviest stag will win each hunter $200.

Even the kids can get involved; under 15’s will have the chance to enter a hare, goal or eel, with the biggest animal winning each respective category. Weigh-in for the kids happens at 4.30pm, with the prize giving at 5pm. There will be hot food and a bar on site to refuel and take a break with the friendly club members and locals.

Now in the second year, the Boar Hunt has proved popular for the Tapawera area. Last year over 70 entrants joined the hunt, with more than

40 boars proudly presented for the weigh-in. For this year’s event, the time of year has changed to allow stags to be fair game. The Boar Hunt will be sure to get the adrenaline racing and get players pumped for the action packed season of rugby.

Entry forms are available at Stirling Sport Richmond, Star and Garter Richmond, and Loggers shop in Nelson; get your entry in to join the hunt.

Dust off your boots for another great season of Rugby. Contact Dave Griffith, coach, on 522 4352, or Karl and Karen, club managers, on 522 4095 for a fun, social season and to stay fit and active this winter.

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They do trailer manufacturing, motorbike services and repairs, as well as servicing farm vehicles and trucks.

Ray and his team are approved and certified by Land Transport NZ (LTNZ) to issue WOFs for motor vehicles. They are situated in an easily accessible location just across the road from CRT on Main Road, Hope.

Their number one aim is to keep customers happy and their vehicles safe on the road. No job is too tough; they take on any job no matter how big or Ray Mackle. small, on vehicles old and new. They cater for everything from your first car to franchising fleet vehicles, and everything between. They offer a 24HR Breakdown & towing service, mobile mechanic, pick up & delivery on vehicles and courtesy cars. Call Ray to book your car in now, on 541 0566.

The Little Pig Building Co has been building environmentally friendly homes and business premises since 1992” says owner Nick Marer. They have a wealth of experience and expertise to help you make your dream home a reality. The Little Pig Building Company can also act as consultants on your home, working with your architect and contractors to make sure everything goes smoothly. So if your new home is to be in Straw, Timber or Brick we here at The Little Pig Building Company have all bases covered.

Little Pig Building is not just about building new houses. We are happy to undertake renovation projects on any type of building, wood, brick, or of course straw. We will work with you to assess the project in hand, develop a renovation plan and do the work.

They are also very happy to advise you on how energy efficiency measures can be built into renovation projects to future proof your building and ensure long-term cost savings.

So if you have a renovation project and are not sure where to start, or you are considering an extension to an existing building then call The Little Pig Building Co for a free assessment. Give Nick Marer a call about your project today on 542 4402 or 027 448 0465 .

Tasman Testers is keeping construction safe, checking chains, hooks, height safety gear and more to ensure their strength and integrity. Steve Cox works from the mobile testing unit, which he can bring to your workplace, making testing your equipment hassle free. He uses a state of the art testing bed to assess the quality of all manner of lifting gear. The Tasman Testers van travels to firms throughout Steve Cox and Tony Inwood. the top of the south, from Marlborough to Greymouth and everywhere between. If a piece of equipment has worn out or breaks at less than its pressure threshold, Tasman Testers supply and carry replacements, including chains, slings, strops, hooks, lever hoists and much more, so that there’s no inconvenience waiting for a new part. Tasman Testers is part of the reputable local business, Tony’s Engineering, run by Tony Inwood. Tony and Steve are both very experienced and take pleasure in keeping the community safe. Call 542 4247 to have your equipment given the Tasman Testers stamp of approval.

Brian Stanaway Roading is the progressive, locally owned forest roading and heavy haulage company that will get you where you’re going. The highly trained and professional staff has over 40 years experience in the industry and an impressive safety record.

Using hi-tech, modern equipment, they perform specialised earth works as well as mining, quarry and exploration works. They will help at every step of the way, collaborating with harvest planning and farm development.

Brian Stanaway Roading is the specialist company for all over-weight or over dimensional loads both locally and nationally, servicing anywhere in New Zealand. For forestry loads or metal cartage, their skilled staff and quality service makes them the obvious choice.

Brian is the local owner-operator of the company and takes pride in supporting the local community through such endeavours as sponsoring the Nelson Speedway.

For all your heavy haulage and roading needs, contact the experienced team at Brian Stanaway Roading, located at 58 Trass Valley Rd, Wakefield, or call Brian on 541 9137 or 0274 941 852.

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Brads Smash Repairs is a company that’s quickly become recognized for delivering the best. A few year’s spent working in the International Motor Racing industry served as the basis for Brads business when he returned to Nelson with a young family, and his moto is “Get it right, Fast!”

Brads Smash Repairs is equipped with the latest equipment including, air tight, heated spray booth, 3D chassis measuring system, Brad and Marne Kelling. spot welders, digital paint matching and Envirobase paint system. They are an MTA/CRA Approved Structural Repairer for all major Insurers and have 5 free courtesy cars.

Brads employ a full time groomer to restore repaired vehicles completely as well as a fast, full vehicle valet service which is proving very popular.

Brads Smash Repairs is easy to find in the Wakatu Industrial Estate with plenty of parking and if you mention this feature they will give you $50 off your Insurance Excess.

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Ged has just come up with a great new service available for clients wanting to have GreenWaste removed, he can drop off a wool sack or slightly larger bag, you fill it up, then ring him and he’ll come and collect it and take it away for you.

With 23 years in the Police force Ged says “It’s great to be out and about meeting and helping people”. So if you need to transport anything round town and don’t have access to a trailer or truck then call Ged now on 0800 500 100 for an affordable hassle free service. You can also book on line at www.littlegreentruck.com

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FAV Mobility will get you moving with their impressive range of mobility scooters. They carry a selection of new models, scooters for hire, as well as second hand scooters that have been expertly refurbished in store.

The store is owned and run by Robin Jordan, who has been with the company since 1975.

As part of the New Zealand Mobility Group, FAV Mobility has the buying power to offer competitive prices on brands like Neo. His two decades of experience working with mobility scooters allows him to maintain and repair all makes and models. He’s also built up an abundance of spare parts, some of which are no longer manufactured, allowing him to offer servicing on oth- Robin Jordan. erwise obsolete models.

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18 WEDNESDAY 28 March 2012

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With Robyn Hollis

Here we are again nearly at the end of yet another month! The blackboy peaches are bottled, the quinces have been picked and popped in storage for a couple of weeks.

I have a very old book called “Home Fruit Growing” which advises that they should be stored in a single layer for a few weeks before using. This allows the flavour of the fruit to mellow. I find each year that some of the fruit, if left too long on the tree will split, and this of course lets in a rot. I still use this fruit in jelly and just cut out the split area but cannot find a reason for this. If anyone out there has this problem and knows what causes it to happen please drop us an email as I would love to know. Most of the fruit this year however, has been really lovely so lots to do on my return from Oz. We have sadly had a death in the garden so have been out and about looking at large trees to fill the gap left when my lovely chamaecyparis “grayswood pillar” turned up its toes after six years. It was one of three (it’s always the way when you try for a formal row of something) …and I now feel very exposed as it was around 3-4m tall and nice and bushy, right in the front of the house. The other two look fine so they will stay and I

think we have found a worthy replacement to add something special to the area.

When Paul from Nelmac came to take out the stump – he is younger and fitter than us – I found that a fungus had got in to the roots and they were all quite dead. I think a type of collar rot had affected it some time ago probably, and it had taken a season or two to die. Not sure how or why but that’s gardening for you – it does not always go according to plan.

Cruze and I popped out to see Greg at Big Trees on Lansdowne and while Greg and I were looking through his amazing nursery Cruze fell in love! Greg is a dog lover, so I could let the hound out to run with his dog Sparky and what a wonderful time they had. Really good to see them race through the trees – I think we will be back just for the exercise – thanks Greg!

I have chosen a beautiful magnolia grandiflora “Little Gem” which is already a good size, really healthy and will look great in the front border. I did mention I was an impatient gardener but there are times when to get an established large tree is the best way to go and these evergreen magnolias seem to do very well in our climate.

• This is the time Thisks to start cutting wee back and dividing perennials in the garden. A little work now gives them a head start in the spring.

• Towards the end of March all perennials will benefit from a handful of sulphate of potash per square metre (approx 50grams). This toughens the shoots and helps to strengthen the plants over winter.

• Many perennials can be divided now to reinvigorate old plants and provide you with new ones to pop in and around other areas – new plants from old is always a good way to go. reading Some you can ease apart with the garden fork, p /s g in so blow blem le hose, ro ib p others need a sharp knife or spade and a quick x a e t fl o f plus o here is n with 60m ll almost anyw d e slice through. p ip u r is eq oil, she rkblowe mpost, s • Shasta daisies, phlox, marguerite daisies, lav• Our ba lch, sawdust, co than material s to 300! ffective bark mu s e s tr le e % m enders, rosemary, should be cut back by 1/3 0 cubic ses 20-4 d cost e • From 3 icient an very evenly so u ff e , k now and tidied. Euphorbia, hellebores (orienic prices! raking • It is qu blower spreads te on petitive eeds no o n m u o rk q d c a n t e b a a e e s fr d talis hybrids) Sedums can be cut back almost ra • Th plie thod onal me post can be sup Avery fo 3 2 conventi 2 com Call Mark 3 to the ground but be careful not to damage the & 2 rk a 3 b z • Quality e free quotes! / 021.b1 wer.co.n 0 lo 2 b id new buds around the crown of the plant. v 8 rk ro a 1 p ww • We 03 544 or visit w • Healthy leaves and stems can be composted, but any diseased plants or ones full of seedheads should be put in the rubbish. Keep feeding your citrus trees. They are gross feeders and will be making new fruit so need the extra attention at this time of year. Also keep watering as we have had several bouts of windy days which will dry things out very quickly. Keep deadheading and feeding roses and do try to remove old leaves from around the base of them as some will have blackspot and fungal disease that will spread if the leaves are left.

Well, as you read this John and I will be sunning ourselves across the ditch – we hope!

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This week I took the online test to understand the changes to the new give way rules soon to take place. Thinking I had it all understood and the test will be a bit of fun, I was shocked, the first question I got wrong, wow a little more confusing than I thought. So next question I studied the little illustration a little more clearly, then yes I had it sorted the answer is real simple but again shock I got it wrong. I suddenly thought is my driving really that bad or is it I just didn’t understand the little pictures on the test. Thankfully from then on I got each question correct. Now I would be ready.

As we learn to drive we quickly get the idea that we should give way to anyone bigger than us, but that really means be aware of anything bigger. Spending time in Asia I learnt that it may not be the biggest that you need Steve Rollo Richmond to look out for. We do need to Church of know the rules, we need to drive Christ. safely and sometimes often need to be ready for someone else who doesn’t seem to understand the rules the same way as we do.

There can be times in our lives when things seem to change, it can even feel like the rules change and there is certainly times when we find others understanding the rules differently to our understanding. So often there is times that we have to make choices, which way do we turn, who do we need to consider or even look out for?

So where do we get our help? In the bible Psalm 121 starts by saying “I lift up my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from, my helps comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth” I have learnt knowing my creator and knowing his love for me who has promised to guide me, makes a difference in my life, yes I still have to make choices, yes I still need to know who to give way to but I know where my life is heading, do you?

From My Desk Grabbing a flat white to take away from Columbus Café, I head back up to my office armed with the latest catalogue from Kimberley’s.

I am in love with jeans, and not surprising Kimberley’s stylish selection is fantastic. The range of different styles, denims and colours gives you such a brilliant choice going into winter. Classic shirts are making a comeback for this season and then layering with jackets or luxe knits. From plain to printed you have so many choices. It’s so fabulous to see that feminine is back, and with their brands like Marilyn Seyb, Metalicus, New London Jeans, Episode and many more labels, it is just a matter of you selecting your own winter look.

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Right: Alf Robinson Ltd Warehouse. Nelson Provincial Museum, F N Jones Collection: 312212.

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Stoke see off Wolves in opener The Wanderers Wolves fought hard against the defending champions Stoke Cobras, but didn’t offer enough on attack as they dropped the opening match 32-10.

Stoke Cobras controlled possession better than the Wanderers Wolves, completing more sets, at the Tahunanui Playing Fields on Saturday.

Prop Joe Collins and centre Sam Hedges were the two try scorers for the Wolves.

Wanderers will be at home for their second round match against the Victory Vikings this Saturday. The match will kickoff at the unusual time of 5:15pm.

Team manager Stu Anderson is Wanderers Wolves player Joe Collins dives over for a try in the expecting a bumper crowd for side’s opening round loss to the Stoke Cobras in Tahunanui on the TRL match and was pleased Saturday. Photo: Jonathan McKeown. team, The Stables Richmond Rabbits secured with his side’s opening performance, despite not coming away with the result. an impressive 48-16 thrashing of the Tahunanui “We obviously went there to win but defensively Tigers in their first ever match. Stu says he was we went alright. We just lacked attack,” he says. also impressed and looks forward to when the The team also came out unscathed, with no in- two sides will meet. juries. Unlike the Victory Vikings who had their game called off after an amounting list of unfit players.

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Trafalgar Centre Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th April from 11am

Fans of dance will get into the motion of the 47th Annual Easter Championship and Festival, held by DanceSport Nelson at the Trafalgar Centre.

The competition, held on Saturday and Sunday of Easter weekend, welcomes dancers from all over New Zealand and of all skill levels to perform. Spectators can expect to see a variety of styles, from classy ballroom to feisty Latin, graceful New Vogue and more, which are sure to entertain the audience.

The competition caters for all ages, from children and teens to the 50 years plus category.

Watch and amaze at a wonderful exhibition of dance The highlights of the by Australian Professionals Stfano Olivieri and Natalie weekend each year are Beck with performances on each evening the floor shows by international dance stars and this Easter is no different. DanceSport Nelson is thrilled both nights at 6pm. Orto announce that renowned dancers Stefano Olivieri and ganisers are working Natalie Beck will be back in Nelson ready to enthral audi- towards the 50 year anniversary of the Easter ences at the show this year.

Stefano, known for his time on Dancing with the Stars event in 2015, and this and 7 times Australian Professional New Vogue champi- year’s event will be on, and his partner Natalie both have more than 20 years as good as ever, with dancing experience. They have promised something spe- all involved ensuring cial for their performances on the Saturday and Sunday that everything will run

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evenings and it is expected to be brilliant, whether you’re familiar with dance or not.

Ballroom dancing, often considered as outdated, has gained a spectacular reputation thanks to shows such as Dancing with the Stars which demonstrate the skill and spectacle that the vibrant dance style imparts. If you’ve ever wanted front row seats to see world class dancers strut their stuff, you won’t want to miss the DanceSport Easter Championship and the opportunity to experience the atmosphere and excitement that dancers like Stefano and Natalie can create.

Full catering services are available throughout the event, with evening shows commencing

smoothly and the show will, as always, be one to remember.

Tickets are currently on sale at Profile on Bridge St in Nelson as well as from the information centre in Richmond Mall. Evening show t i c k - ets are $25 for adults and $20 for seniors and children. Tickets will also be available at the door over the weekend.

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Horn takes out croquet comp

Murray Hart won 17 medals at the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games 2012, held earlier in the month. Photo: Phillip Rollo.

Hart hauls 17 medals at emergency games If Murray Hart didn’t have a trophy cabinet already, he probably needs to purchase one.

The Richmond volunteer fire fighter has scooped 17 medals at the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games held in Lower Hutt earlier this month. Twelve of the medals were gold.

The games sees athletes involved in emergency services all throughout New Zealand and Australia compete over a wide range of sports.

The bulk of Murray’s medals came in track and field while he also competed in cross country, the stair climb and the rowing machine. “I think I won a medal in everything I competed in,” says Murray.

“I’m pretty competitive.”

He also had the honour of winning the very first gold medal of the games, which came in the cross

country.

The rowing was held in a local pub and originally was only going to be competed between 20 athletes. But that number soon swelled up to 60.

Murray earned silver in the rowing, behind an Australian rower. “He was twice as big as me.”

He says the tournament was “quite poorly attended” by the New Zealand Fire Service with the majority of athletes coming from the police.

There was also more than 100 athletes from Perth and Murray says it was great getting stuck into the Australians. “I beat the young assistant police commissioner in one race, so they shouted me a beer afterwards.”

Murray wasn’t sure if his 17 medals were the biggest tally of any athlete, but he is keen to go back in the future for another crack.

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Gale force winds, rain and hail didn’t deter Nelson-Hinemoa’s Carl Horn from winning the prestigous Roger Murfitt Trophy.

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Coming Soon

What’s happening in your community!

Wakefield Community Toy Library Fun Day-community Fun Day on Sat 31 March 9.30 – 11.30am. Edward St . Lots of fun for children & parents & care givers. All welcome members & non members. Clare 542 2264.

500 Card New social Club - held in Richmond home. Days & times to suit. Adults beginners welcome, no charge. Ph: 544 0441.

Little Picasso’s holiday art classes for children with artist Pammie Moonlight at the 3D design studio, Grape Escape Complex. Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th 9.30 -11.00. Call Pammie on 021855647 to book in.

Market Day-Ernest Rutherford Sat 31 Mar 10am-1pm. Cakes, raffles, sausage sizzle, car wash & more.

Profits to Osteoporosis NZ. Mountain Safety Council-Risk Management, 14/15 April, $120 *Outdoor Leader, First night 7 May, $310. *Outdoor First Aid Revalidation 18 Aug, $90. *Intermediate Alpine, 25/26 Aug, $175, for more info visit www.mountainsafety.org.nz/ training & select Nelson as Branch or call 547 2426.

Silver & Strong starts Monday 16 April. Seated or Standing light Exercise Circuit that helps you with your everyday life. Strength, Stability and coordination. Mondays 10.30-11.15am, Cost $4 Richmond Social Seniors, Age concern building, Oxford Street, Richmond Angie 547-0198.

Alzheimers Nelson, free education sessions for carers/families of people with dementia. Session held every 4th Wed in the month except Apr & Dec at Stoke Baptist Church next to Mac’s Breweries. 10am -12pm. Starts 28 Mar Memory & Dementia, no bookings required.

Mountain Bike Challenge Sun 1 April, Family Fun Day, Tapawera 11.00am, 3 courses – 15km, 22km, 27km, $5 child, $15 adult, $30 family, entry forms at cycle shops or www.tapawera.school.nz.

Forest & Bird Wed 11 Apr-Discovering Caves & their riches in the Tasman region. Ian Millar talk on recent major finds incl discoveries under Mt Arthur & Takaka hill.

7.30pm at Tahunanui School Hall, Muritai St. Pub Quiz-Wednesdays fortnightly, 7.30pm Brightwater Sprig & Fern.

Join us 28 March, $3pp. Wakefield Toy Library fundraiser.

Girl Guide Biscuits are in Wakefield - It’s that time again!! Our major fundraising event of the year.! If you would like some 2012 Biscuits contact your unit leader (Pippins, Brownies & Guides) or Sarah Arnold 5419481, 80 Whitby Rd Wakefield or Sue Burrowes 541 9689.

Endometriosis Support Group (Nelson Region) is having an information display at Richmond Mall, outside Farmers on Thursday 29th and Friday 30th March to mark Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Information will be available on this disease and members available to speak to. For information phone 5441724.

Live well stay well” group. April 3 at the Wakefield Village hall 9.45-11am Ideas for Wakefield and Brightwater gardens with the Bunnings team. $2.00 to cover hall hire. Followed by the new walking group 11am - 12md. For info contact Margaret 5419693 Quilting Exhibitions. - Apr12-16 Nelson Patchwork & Quilting hosts the 2012 Mini Symposium. Exhibitions open to the public daily 8am5pm Nelson College for Girls - the Hoffman Challenge quilt exhibition, the Symposium Tutors’ quilt exhibition & the Patches of Tasman Challenge quilt exhibition.

Eggers Family Reunion - March 2013. Descendant of Hans Eggers may like to attend a reunion to celebrate being part of this large family. Info www.hanseggers.co.nz or ph Natasha on 544 4459 or Beth on 543 2223.

REGULAR EVENTS Silver & Strong - starts Monday 16 Apr. Seated or Standing light Exercise Circuit that helps you with your everyday life. Strength, Stability and coordination. Mondays 10.3011.15am, Cost $4 Richmond Social Seniors, Age concern building, Oxford St, Richmond Angie 547-0198.

Hope Indoor Bowling Club - Come & have some fun at The Hope Hall , Main Road Hope. On Tuesday evenings at 7.15 pm. Contacts - Dale 5471510, Ellen 5447512 LEARN to Speak with Confidence.

- step outside of your comfort zone & gain the skills you need. Join Powertalk International-Waimea Club meets in Annesbrook twice monthly in a friendly environment. More information ph Peggy 539 0477. or email Bev poschbev@xtra.co.nz.

Website: www.powertalknelson1. wordpress.com Sport Tasman Club Recreation 9 Cambridge Street, Richmond. P: 5443955. EASE in2 CYCLING: Mon 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm $4 Social cycling group, gain confidence on your bike. All Welcome. CLUB50: Tues 9:30am, Seniors, social recreation & outings. NEW member welcome $3 WALKING GROUP: FREE Mon 9:30am FUN HOUSIE with prizes Designed for those with special requirements, every Friday starts 10th Feb 2-4pm $3. $4 FITNESS EASYBEAT Mon&Fri 9am EASE IN2 EASYBEAT: Mon&Fri 11:15am. SHAPEUP: Mon&Fri 10:10am. SIT & be FIT: Fridays 11:15am. EASE in2 CYCLING: Mon 1:00pm Wed 1:00pm.

Nelson Beekeeping Club tasmanbees@gmail.com . From March to December we meet at 7:00 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the Aimee Lounge, Richmond Park Showground’s, Lower Queen St. Duck Soup singles networking night on first Sunday of the month from 7.30pm at 623 In The City.

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Celebrate Recovery - Support group for people with Hurts, Hangups & Habits (addictions) meets

at The Centre 23A Salisbury Rd on Wed 7pm for 7-30pm. More info ph Bob & Jacquie 5380282.

Choose To Lose trying to lose weight, join us for support, weighin, coffee, chat with like minded people. Gold coin donation. Every Thurs at The Centre, 23a Salisbury Rd, Rmd. Contact De Ross: 547 4717 or 027698872 Mainly Music Music fun for preschoolers & their caregivers! Every Thursday, 10:30am, held at Destiny Cafe - 75 Pascoe St, Tahunanui. $3 donation + morning tea provided.

Contact Susannah 5486555 Nelson Canoe Club Rolling & skills practice - Wed night pool sessions 7.30 - 9:00pm at Riverside Pool. Members - no instruction $5, Members - instruction $10, Nonmembers - no instruction $10, Nonmembers - instruction provided $20. More info or book for instruction pooltraining@nelsonkayakers. co.nz Richmond Scottish Country Dancers. Starting in March at 7.45pm, at St Davids Church Hall, Florence St, Richmond. Everyone will find our club a friendly group, why not come and see for yourself.

Information call Christine 544 0902 Koru Christian singles group Meet monthly for friendship & fellowship ages 25 & events contact korusingles@yahoo.com or Dawn 03 538 0471 Koru Plus is a Christian group that meets 6 weekly for friendship and fellowship ages 55 - 70, open to all churches in Richmond, Nelson and Tasman region.

For details & events contact koruplus@yahoo.co.nz or Hazel 03 546 7311 Combined Probus Club of Waimea For Senior Citizens. Meeting Thur 15Mar 10am, Hope Community Church, Ranzau Rd, Hope.

Parking. Level entry.Ph: Elizabeth 544 0801. Social Badminton At the Richmond Hall, Thursdays 7 – 9 pm. $4.00 per player.

Hope Indoor Bowling Club - Come & have some fun at The Hope Hall , Main Road Hope. On Tuesday evenings at 7.15 pm. Contacts - Dale Burrell ph 5471510 or Ellen Knapp ph 5447512 Stoke Seniors Strum-pets Ukulele group Meet at the Stoke Memorial Hall, Thurs 10-12. All levels welcome. Bring a ukulele and a sense of fun. Gold coin donation. Ph: Ruth 5472660.

Support Group - For Carers and Partners with Cancer. Free programme starting Tuesday 3 April 2012 for 4 weeks.

7.00pm to 8.30pm. P Cancer Society 03 539 3662 to register.. Also, Living Well – a support & education programme for those recovering from, or coping with cancer. Starts Tuesday 8 May 2012 and is a free 6 week programme. 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Ph Cancer Society 03 539 3662 to register.

Richmond Spinning &Weaving Group meet 2nd & 4th Thursdays, & the weaving group. 3rd Thursdays.at 9-30 am, at Birch Hall, Richmond Showgrounds, New members welcome . Contact, Mary Aitken , 5472611

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Tapawera jumper lands three national medals Chris Brake had three reasons to 13.45m, gave him a 40cm buffer on celebrate at the New Zealand Track second place, as he won the event with ease. and Field Championship.

The 16 year-old Tapawera Area Chris says he will be targetting a School student won gold in the men podium finish in the long jump at 17 triple jump, bronze in the men 17 South Islands, along with gold in high jump and bronze in the men 17 the high jump.

Chris is coached by long jump at DougSteve Haunch and las Track and Field, says “running up and Waitakere, over the down the stairs at weekend. home” has been the Chris was targetting secret to his success. success in the high jump and triple jump, Ed Fern, the high but was more than jump coach for Athhappy with a bronze letics New Zealand, medal in the long has given Chris some jump on day one. His tips and things to efforts also increased work on for the winhis own personal best ter, which he is hopChris Brake. by 20cm. His jump ing will be the difof 6.81m came in his final attempt, ference between getting over two blasting him into medal conten- metres. tion. “That was quite a surprise for The Tasman team collected three me. It came out of nowhere. I wasn’t golds, three silvers, and four bronze expecting that much of an improve- medals at the New Zealand Chamment on my personal best, which pionship. was 6.59m before hand,” says Chris. Nelson’s Alex Jordan won the senior Chris reached 1.97m in the high men 400m, Julian Matthews comjump, which is his favoured event. fortably won the senior men 1500m.

Despite the winner also reaching Alex added a bronze medal when he 1.97m, Chris was bumped down to teamed up with Brendon Barnett, third place on count back. He was Brodie Hewlett and Phillip Rollo in hopeful of breaking the two metre the 4x100m relay. mark, but he will now have to do Brendon also earned a bronze in the that in Nelson this weekend at the men 20 javelin.

South Island Secondary School Ath- Mike Lowe finished second in the letics Championship. “I was gutted men 17 1500m and 3000m. that on the count back I got bronze, Jess Martin was second in the wombut oh well, that’s still a bronze med- en 17 3000m. al,” he says. “I wasn’t too happy with The South Island Secondary School 1.97m, I really wanted to get over Championship commences on Satthe two metre mark. I’ll have to try urday at 9am and Sunday at 9am.

The event finishes at 1pm on Sunagain this weekend.”

Chris’ triple jump distance of day.

Nigel Burgess powers to a start at the 2012 Port Nelson Blokes Day Out triathlon held along the Maitai Valley. Photo: Jonathan McKeown.

Blokes enjoy ‘day out’ Despite competing with a broken toe Nigel Burgess pushed through the pain barrier and led from start to finish, winning the Port Nelson Blokes Day Out triathlon.

The majority of participants were there to have fun and challenge themselves or a mate over the 3km Walk or 5km Run, 14km cycle and 120 metre swim. Although for the elite competitors it was a chance to win bragging rights for another

year. Jonathan Linyard and Richard Ussher were the most recent winners but Nigel, who won the event in 2009, set a swift pace from the outset to lead by 30 seconds after the run. The hobbled champion then maintained his lead over the next two disciplines, back up the Maitai Valley on the bike and over the four lengths of Riverside Pool.

Ed Rimmer broke from the chasing pack to finish second.

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• Under the local government reforms, any future governance changes, of which amalgamation is only one option, will still require “sufficient public support” to go ahead.

• One of the reported “benefits” of amalgamation is the ability to take on more debt.

• The proposed amalgamation would see the sharing of assets across the region (e.g. Tasman’s forestry income), but not the sharing of debt. Income from assets currently contributes towards paying off Tasman’s debt – under amalgamation, debt repayment would be ring-fenced to Tasman ratepayers only by way of targeted rate.

• The fact that only debt has been ring-fenced and depreciation funding has not, could result in significant inequities between ratepayers across a combined region.

Governance Model

• Economies of scale, such as through enlarged purchasing power, can be achieved without the cost of amalgamation and at a greater scale in conjunction with Marlborough. (A South Island block of Councils is currently being worked on, which would lobby Central Government and more adequately compete with the Auckland Super City).

• Collaboration between Councils and other agencies enables efficiencies and cost savings on a larger scale, such as the creation of the Local Government Funding Agency (owned by 18 Councils and the Crown, of which Tasman is one) or the new Library management software (collaboration between 8 Councils, including Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough).

• Nelson and Tasman councils already work collaboratively on a wide range of projects including pest management whereupon Tasman employs the specialist staff and contracts their services to Authorised by J. Edgar, 46 Otia Drive, Richmond Nelson.

• Rolling all infrastructure contracts into one would limit smaller local businesses from being able to tender for work and would reduce the ability of one council to get competitive tenders.

• An amalgamated council would consist of 1 Mayor and 16 Councillors (elected from 8 Wards).

• The reorganization proposal includes the creation of a Rural Advisory Committee and a Maori Board.

• Motueka and Golden Bay Wards would have Community Boards with the option for up to 6 more in the remaining 6 wards.

• The Rural Committee, Maori Board and Community Boards would each appoint a member to sit on (and vote on) every council standing committee (with the exception of finance in the case of the community boards).

• The Local Government Commission has estimated an increase of nearly Golden Bay $500,000 per annum in governance costs (which doesn’t Golden Bay include the possible 6 additional Motueka community boards). These costs would be met by the ratepayers Motueka across the district.

Local Community – Local Decisions – Local Representation

Rating Impacts

• While some grand promises have been made, the Local Government Commission has been very careful to down play potential cost savings and has said that “while net savings will occur these are unlikely to translate into rates reductions...” and that “an undue focus on financial savings may therefore be misleading for the public.”

• The current rating systems would remain in place for 3 years. In 2015 the amalgamated Council is required to adopt a capital value rating system (Tasman currently uses capital value and Nelson uses land value). The transition from land value to capital value has historically resulted in large rating fluctuations for some sectors.

Lobby Power

• Central government funding decisions are generally made based on the population of the community/town in which the project is to be located e.g. Motueka, not the population of the Council or region as a whole.

• Projects that do not meet key government criteria, such as congestion levels or government expenditure priorities, do not receive funding regardless of Council size.

Rural Representation

• The Rural Advisory Committee, made up primarily of industry representatives, does not replace elected representation.

• The committee members will not be directly accountable to the ratepayers, and they will not be on Full Council that signs off all final rating decisions and Council plans.

• At the moment 9 of 13 councillors are from the rural areas of Tasman, whereas under this proposal only 6 out of 16 councillors would be.

Proposed new governance Proposed new model governance model

Atawhai Nelson Atawhai Stoke Nelson Stoke

Moutere/Waimea Moutere/Waimea Richmond Richmond

Lakes/Murchison Lakes/Murchison

Unelected Appointees Unelected Maori Appointees Rural Advisory Committee

Rural Advisory Committee

Board Maori Board

Authorised by J. Edgar, 46 Otia Drive, Richmond

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WORK WANTED Retired Assoc Chartered Accountant.

Available few hours weekly. Wide experience. Reasonable rates. Banking, Accounts Payable, Billing, Inventory, Budgets, Submissions etc. Ph 547 8043.

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BAND HIRE PUBLIC NOTICE Nelson Old Girls Netball Trials. Thursday 29th march @ 6pm. Saxton Netball Courts.

All Welcome. Pls contact Vicky on 027 5588164 to confirm attendance or for more information.

CHURCH NOTICES ONE CHURCH, MANY EXPRESSIONS

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Waimea Methodist

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Parish, Richmond

Weekend Mass Times

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Saturday Vigil 6.30pm Richmond Church 35 William Street

Richmond 9.30am

4 Wensley Rd (opp TDC) Cup of tea to follow

Sunday 8.00am St Joseph’s Pitfire Road, Wakefield 9.30am Richmond Church

Wakefield - 11am Service 1st & 3rd Sundays Sunday School age children provided for at both services

5.00pm Last Sunday of every month St’s Peter & Paul Moutere Highway

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Holy Trinity Church

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Meeting Sunday 10.30am

Wednesday 10.00am Holy Communion

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public notices

community notices

Rivercare Group Meetings

Harvest Festival 2012 – A Celebration of Life in the Moutere

Takaka, Waingaro, Anatoki (28 March 2012) Aorere and Kaituna (28 March 2012)

Saturday 31 March 2012, 4.00pm – 7.30pm, FREE EVENT PRODUCE SWAP – bring your locally grown goodies for the harvest table where you can swap or make a donation!

BYO Food, Bar open (no BYO alcohol) Bring your picnic or BBQ food (BBQ’s supplied) and relax with family, friends and neighbours while soaking up the sounds of local music Bar stocked with local wines, beer, cider and juices.

Great Music, Fantastic Company and Relaxing Atmosphere.

Celebrating Moutere Hills!

For more information check out www.mouterehills.org.nz

Owners and occupiers of land along the Tasman District Council Classified X and Y River Rated areas - the Dove, Motupiko, Tadmor, Sherry, Upper Motueka, Lower Motueka, Riwaka, Little Sydney, Brooklyn, Moutere, Takaka, Waingaro, Anatoki, Aorere and Kaituna rivers are invited to a series of public meetings.

The purpose of the meetings, hosted by the Council’s river engineers and contractors, is to discuss the maintenance programme and activities for these rivers in the current 2011-2012 year as well as the draft maintenance programme for the 2012-2013 year.

River

Meeting Date / Location

Takaka, Waingaro and Anatoki Rivers

Wednesday 28 March 2012, 10.30 am at Tasman District Council Golden Bay Service Centre, 78 Commercial Street, Takaka

Aorere and Kaituna Rivers

Wednesday 28 March 2012, 1.30 pm at Collingwood Tavern

Enquiries to:

Whenua Iti Outdoors AGM & evening with Hazel Nash 25th Anniversary Finale Celebration – Sunday 1 April 2012, 4.00 pm, Whenua Iti Outdoors, Moutere Highway, Lower Moutere, Tasman.

Amalgamation Debate Richmond Public Meeting 7.30 pm Tuesday 3 April 2012, Richmond Town Hall A chance to hear Richmonds’ four ward councillors’ views on the Local Government Commissions’ document and ask questions. Chaired by Nick Moore, Chairman Richmond Residents Association.

Giles Griffith, Tasman District Council, Ph.03 543 8400 or Rick Lowe at MWH New Zealand Ltd, Ph. 03 546 0673.

Tasman District Council’s Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 Tasman District Council released its Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 for public consultation on Wednesday 29 February 2012. The Draft Long Term Plan covers the years from 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2022, and includes the Draft Annual Plan for 2012/2013.

The purpose of the Draft Long Term Plan is to get feedback on whether you think Council is planning to provide the right services and activities within the Tasman District. Your views will help guide Council’s decision-making, prior to the final plan being adopted in June 2012.

Submissions must be received by 4.30 pm on Tuesday 3 April 2012.

Please post to: Submissions on Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 Tasman District Council Private Bay 4 Richmond 7050 Or deliver to your local Tasman District Council office; or email to longtermplan@tasman.govt.nz Submission forms are available on Council’s website and in the Newsline Summary, Draft Long Term Plan 2012-2022 and 17 Settlements document.

Important Reminder to all Water Permit Consent Holders subject to Water Meter Returns

New Zealand Red Cross – Community Visitor Service VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Community Visitors Service helps establish links between people living in an aged care facility and their local community.

The objective of the Service is to improve the quality of life of residents in aged care facilities who have limited family and social contact.

A Community Visitor befriends a resident of an aged care facility, who has been identified by the facility, as being lonely or at risk of isolation.

A community visitor is a person who sets aside time, usually for 1-2 hours per week, to visit and befriend a resident of an aged care facility.

If this sounds like you or you require further information please contact Amy on Ph. 03 546 5012 or Email: amy.wilson@redcross.org.nz HELP YOUR COMMUNITY TODAY.

Keep Richmond Beautiful (KRB) AGM 11 April 2012 at 3.00 pm, Tasman District Council Chambers, Queen Street, Richmond The reason for this meeting is that KRB has changed the date for the end of its financial year to 31 March (from 30 June) so the past ‘year’ was only 6 months - this means it will not have an Annual Report this year (the next will be this time in 2013). The purpose of this AGM is to elect officers and committee and present the financial statement to 31 March 2012.

Guest speaker - David Sissons.

Council’s Compliance Officer, Daryl Page, reminds consent holders that the requirement for water meter returns runs until Monday 30 April 2012.

Daryl advises that if you cease water use before 30 April 2012 you must tell Council and this can be used as your final reading for the season. Only then can the requirement for further returns be removed.

Otherwise, returns are required by 4.00 pm Wednesday. Missing or late returns may result in Council staff reading the meter at a cost to the consent holder of $200.00.

Council takes this opportunity to thank those consent holders who make their returns on time.

Accurate and timely water meter returns are key components of the water metering project.

Contact Daryl Page or Vicky Thorn on Ph. 03 543 8400 or e-mail info@tasman.govt.nz

www.tasman.govt.nz Join our community: Twitter • Facebook • Website

Feel free to contact us:

Richmond 189 Queen Street Private Bag 4 Richmond 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 29 March 2012, 9.30 am.

Public forum Joint Shareholders Committee Meeting Room, Nelson City Council, Halifax Street, Nelson, Friday 30 March 2012, 1.30 pm.

No public forum Corporate Services Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 5 April 2012, 9.30 am.

Public forum Audit Subcommittee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 5 April 2012, 1.30 pm or at conclusion of Corporate Services. No public forum Golden Bay Community Board Golden Bay Office, 78 Commercial Street, Takaka, Tuesday 10 April 2012, 9.00 am. Public forum Motueka Community Board Motueka Office, 7 Hickmott Drive, Motueka, Tuesday 10 April 2012, 4.00 pm. Public forum Community Services Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 19 April 2012, 9.30 am.

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One Council or Two?

March 2012 Dear Nelsonian Many people have asked my view on merging the Nelson and Tasman Councils. It is the biggest decision our community has faced in decades.

This newsletter sets out why I, having been MP for Nelson and Tasman over the past 20 years, believe a single council will make for a better future for our region.

We need to end the silly parochialism between the Nelson and Tasman councils that gets in the way of sensible decisions on water, transport, town planning, community facilities and infrastructure. Town needs country and country needs town. Thousands of people live in one local authority area and work in the other. We share the same heritage, as evidenced by Nelson Anniversary Day, and admire the same heroes like Lord Ernest Rutherford and Dame Suzie Moncrieff. When it comes to our sports, education, the arts, business and our primary industries, we organise ourselves around one region. It makes no sense to divide ourselves when it comes to local government.

The big question for electors over the merger will be what it will do to rates bills. Rates follow costs. Staff numbers at the Tasman Council have grown by 35% over the past six years while population growth has been 5.7%. Similarly in Nelson, staff numbers have increased by 30% while population has increased 4.8%. Council debt and rates have also grown hugely. We cannot afford more of the same.

It is not that a merged council will reduce rates, but rather deliver lower rate increases. The newly merged Auckland Council reduced its administrative staff by 2000 and saved $140 million in its first year without any reduction in services or infrastructure investment. The savings are not just in direct rates costs but also in compliance costs for households and businesses. There are numerous unnecessary differences in regulations between the two councils that just add costs for homeowners and businesses. A single council and consistent regulation will make our region more efficient and competitive.

I get so frustrated when advocating for the region in Wellington that one council says one thing, the other says something different and we miss out. This contest for our fair share of Government resources is going to get much harder now Auckland is united with one council covering 1.4 million people. Currently Nelson and Tasman are 22nd and 20th in size, but united we will be the 8th largest of anywhere in New Zealand. A single council is also an opportunity to get rid of silly anomalies. It is bizarre that people living in Daelyn Drive, Richmond, get all their services from the Tasman District Council but live and pay their rates in Nelson. I have heard of people registering their dog in one district when they actually live in the other because of the different dog rules and costs. Nor does it make sense that the two areas operate completely different recycling regimes.

There are endless examples of these anomalies which cause public confusion, inconvenience and cost.

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I am urging residents to back the Local Government Commission and to vote for a single council.

I do so because I want the region to grow, prosper and do better.

Yours sincerely

Hon Dr Nick Smith MP Nelson.

Public Meetings

Hon Dr Nick Smith is holding three informal gatherings where you can discuss issues over the council merger referendum.

Motueka,Thursday March 29, 7.30pm, Motueka Memorial Hall at 12 Pah St Richmond, Friday March 30, 10am,Wesley Centre at 4 Wensley Rd Nelson, Monday,April 2, 7.30pm, Nick Smith’s offices at 544 Waimea Rd

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