S un Blenheim Marlborough The November 16, 2012 Outlook for Today Fine with high cloud. Afternoon northeasterly. Sun Weather Today 9-19 Saturday 7-19 Sunday 6-19 Monday 6-16 CALL US ON: 5777 868 It’s our BIRTHDAY month! See page 4 Clara’s got talent Story and photo by Annabelle Latz Clara van Wel says her mind goes to a new level when she performs to her audience of New Zealand’s Got Talent. And it must be working. The 15 year-old Marlborough Girls’ College student is one of 12 finalists set to perform on November 25, and said she is really excited. “I love to perform, and when there is an audience it lifts me up.” Nerves do not really feature. “It’s like you go into a different mindset, where you don’t need to focus on performing because you are just in that moment. You give yourself to that audience, and let your mind do the work.” Clara has been impressing the judges Rachel Hunter, Ali Campbell and Jason Kerrison since May, when she first audi - tioned for the television show. After singing her own song Between the Lines at the semi finals earlier this month, Jason Kerrison offered to sign Clara up for a record deal. “That was a thrill.” Continued page 2 Unwrap a creative Christmas Phone: 578 7801 • www.thesewingstore.co.nz • [email protected]Give her your vote!
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Clara’s got talent
Story and photo by Annabelle LatzClara van Wel says her mind goes to a new level when she
performs to her audience of New Zealand’s Got Talent.And it must be working.The 15 year-old Marlborough Girls’ College student is one
of 12 finalists set to perform on November 25, and said she is really excited.
“I love to perform, and when there is an audience it lifts me up.”
Nerves do not really feature.“It’s like you go into a different mindset, where you don’t need
to focus on performing because you are just in that moment. You give yourself to that audience, and let your mind do the work.”
Clara has been impressing the judges Rachel Hunter, Ali Campbell and Jason Kerrison since May, when she first audi-tioned for the television show.
After singing her own song Between the Lines at the semi finals earlier this month, Jason Kerrison offered to sign Clara up for a record deal.
error-ridden $30 million No-vapay payroll system has had a massive impact in Blenheim schools and is causing enor-mous frustration.
Bohally Intermediate prin-cipal Andrew Read said since the system was rolled out in August there had been repetitive errors eventhough the Ministry of Education has been advised of them.
“It has been completely bi-zarre,” Mr Read said. “There’s no rhyme or reason to it.
“Teachers are getting paid but some staff who were hav-ing issues were not getting paid. It seems to be the same staff week after week even-though we go back and say it’s not correct.”
Marlborough Girls’ Col-lege resource manager Beth Parsons said payroll problems were causing enormous stress at the college.
Asked if she thought things could improve she replied: “If you’d spoken to me a month ago I’d be positive but the Ministry (of Education) had a
deadline yesterday (Wednes-day) to have it right and it hasn’t happened.”
Mrs Parsons said staff who had resigned at the end of term three had still not received a holiday payout; others were highly concerned whether they would have money to keep them going over the Christmas holiday period.
In the latest payround on Wednesday, Mr Read said some teachers were being overpaid and finding they owed the ministry money; some were underpaid while others were paid amounts they could not understand.
Mr Read said it was causing stress for those staff who were affected.
“For people experiencing problems for payround after payround it has been stress-ful and we’ve got Christmas coming up. Some are going into overdraft.”
Mr Read said the school had dipped into its operational funds to help staff get by. Mrs Parsons said the college was fortunate it could pay staff who were not receiving
Payroll system frustrates
Continued from page 1“The judges are all high up
people, and to have them say such nice things is humbling.”
Clara thought the judges appreciated that she sang her own original song.
“I just like words, words are cool, words are fun,” she said, which is reflected in the large amount of songs she has written in the five years that she has been playing the guitar.
Clara was voted favourite
performer after the semi finals, thanks to the public vote.
“Thank you New Zealand and Marlborough.”
“I was overwhelmed, it was quite unreal,” she said, remembering the feeling when she was announced as a finalist last Sunday evening.
“My friends and family have just been awesome.”
Clara is keeping her head firmly on her shoulders.
“It’s blown me away, but I’m taking one step at a time.”
Only part way through her list of NCEA exams, she said she switches her mind and time between studying, and practicing her music.
“It’s a matter of keeping focused.”A highlight for Clara has been
spending time with the other performers.
“They are all so lovely. A lot of people see us as competitors, but we are all supporting each other.”
“I keep on just wanting to do it, once I’m on stage I’m not nervous,
it’s what I want to do.”Clara encouraged all young
people like her to follow their dreams.
“Never listen to anyone who tells you you can’t do it, because it’s not their life.
It’s worth trying, because you will probably regret if it you don’t.”
Clara is giving little away about what she will treat our ears to at the final.
“I’m going to keep that a surprise,” she said.
Clara’s got talent
anything from Novapay. Bruce Young, the financial
manager at Marlborough Boys’ College said the school had two or three “minor issues”.
“We’re on top of the payroll situation but it’s taking more more
time than we thought.” Novopay controls a fortnightly
national education payroll for more than 90,000 people.
Thousands of errors have been reported around the country since it was introduced.
David Read
Beth Parsons
A tongue in cheek photograph circulating at Marlborough Girls’ College showing the difficulties Beth Parsons is experiencing with the Novapay payroll system.
The 2012/2013 Marlborough Environment Awards have taken in a record 32 project entries this time around.
Entries have not closed, but pro-jects range from a solar-powered house to a company producing glass crushers for remote hotels and lodges.
The winners will be announced at the Environment Awards dinner at the Marlborough Convention Centre on March 1, 2013.
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Whitney Street School’s annual fundraiser Lights over Marlborough is on this Saturday, November 17 at A & P Park from 6 pm onwards.
The fireworks display follows entertainment from students from Whitney Street School and the band, Dead Parrots.
Entry is $7, children under five are free.
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Various ways in which funds were raised included the sale of the Foundations “HOSPI” mascot toy, customers adding $1 at checkouts and donation boxes in store.
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of a cyclist.He has just spent the last week pedaling
the length of the North Island, on his bike called Red.
After a day of rest in his hometown yes-terday, the 25 year-old leaves Blenheim today, and will reach Bluff next Thursday.
He is raising money for Make-A-Wish, and so far has raised just short of $5000.
The children’s charity raises money to grant children wishes, with life threaten-ing medical conditions.
Coming out of Taupo earlier this week Ben admitted the wind and rain started to get the better of him.
“But then I was like, well, those little kids can’t just give up, so I just kept plugging away.”
“I have been getting frustrated on the bike, especially when the southerly is blowing in my face.”
But the ongoing support with continuous donations has kept him going.
“I’m obsessed with distance, I have a watch that tells me how far I’ve gone.”
Ben has been averaging about 160km each day.
On Wednesday in particular he saw a lot
Ben really wheeling along
of New Zealand, biking from Havelock North to Wellington, covering 300 kilometres.
He said his head was down for most of it.
“I got to Masterton about 8.30pm, and just kept on,
rolling into Wellington about 1.30am.”
He caught the ferry an hour later, and was in Picton for breakfast yesterday.
Ben was getting stocked up with lolly cake from home, and
is looking forward to a bit of company for his 160km ride to Kaikoura today.
To help with Ben’s fundraising efforts, visit ‘Ben and Reds Long Ride South’, a public event on Facebook.
Newspapers can be full of negative stuff sometimes so we thought it was time for a dose of positivity and Blenheim’s Elaine Guard provided us the opportunity.
On Wednesday Elaine popped into The Sun office with a letter to the editor which stated how impressed she was with the medical help she had received.
If it wasn’t for the care from our local health professionals she would not be here, she said.
Here is Elaine’s letter:
I am writing to offer a bouquet to the group of medical people who are responsible for my being able to take up a pen and write this letter.
I am one of the unfortunate people who developed meningitis.
To the St John’s Ambulance staff, Accident and Emergency, High Dependancy Unit and Medical Ward, a sincere and heartfelt thank you.
Wi thou t the ded ica ted professional care I received, I
would not be with my family today. To Springlands Health and the
ENT staff at Wairau Hospital, a special thank you for the ongoing care I am receiving.
It is comforting to know we can have confidence that our local hospital provides such immediate and specialized care in severe life threatening situations.
Elaine Guard
A thank-you to health professionals
Right: elaine guard says wairau hospital deserves a pat on the back.
ben walker was relaxing in blenheim yesterday, before taking off again this morning, heading to kaikoura. he will reach bluff on thursday, after leaving cape Reinga last thursday.
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By Robbie ParkesWaffles seem to be a popular treat in
Blenheim, as owner of new business, Smoove, Claire Austin has seen.
The new eatery in town, located on the corner of the Market St Forum and Queen Street serves up unique variations of the sweet dish, including as a boat, and on a stick, with all the trimmings.
Having opened Monday this week, Claire said the public response has been great.
“There’s been a lot of positive feedback.”
The idea to serve waffles comes from her partner, Hamish Young, who noticed a lack of the tasty treat in Blenheim.
She said he knew there was nowhere to get waffles here, and the little shop on the corner was a prime location for the venture.
Both she and Hamish travelled to Australia for just under a week to
check out products and machines they could use over here.
From there, they brought back a couple of waffle irons, as well as a special hot chip machine that reduces the amount of fat by essentially ‘spinning’ it out.
“We had a guy come in especially from Australia to set it all up.
“It’s the only one in New Zealand as far as we know and as far as he knows.”
Claire said the chips have already proved popular, especially because they use a healthier rice bran oil variety.
Claire said she and manager Vikki Rodger are still expanding upon their range of ideas and toppings for the waffles, which at the moment include chocolate, strawberry, maple syrup and even Great South ice cream.
Smoove also serves muffins, sandwiches, wraps, ice cream, homemade slices and coffee.
Smoove operators
smoove owner Claire austin and manager Vikki rodger with the waffles that have already proved a popular treat in town.
Villa Maria Estate’s Si ng le Vi neya rd Southern Clays Pinot Noir 2009 received the trophy for Cham-pion Pinot Noir 2009 and older, at the Marlborough Wine Show awards dinner on Saturday.
T h e w i ne , wa s ranked of “Outstand-ing quality” by New Zealand wine writer Michael Cooper; and also took out Elite Gold at the Air New
Zealand Wine Awards last year.
The winery picked up a total of four gold and nine silver medals at the awards.
Villa Maria Estate’s other gold medal wines were: Villa Maria Sin-gle Vineyard Southern Clays Sauvignon Blanc 2012; Villa Maria Re-serve Marlborough Dry Riesling 2011; and Villa Maria Reserve Marlborough Pinot Noir 2010.
Villa Maria continues winning ways
Pak’nSave Blenheim has announced that applications will open on Monday, November 26 for all 150 general staff positions at the store.
“This is a really exciting time,” said new store owner-operators Mark Elkington and Andrea Boock.
“It’s not often you get the opportunity to open a brand new supermarket,
especially one of this size.”
Mark said they are thrilled to
be bringing Pak’nSave to Blenheim - the first in the Marlborough region.
“We are looking forward to offering the community the best grocery solutions at the lowest prices,” said Mark.
The pair is currently recruiting for all general positions within the store with applications opening on November 26 and closing on December 21.
“We are now open for applications for all general staffing positions with a
view to ensuring the new 6,000 sqm store is on track to open around Easter 2013,” confirms Mark
It is expected interest will be high, as the store received over 150 applications for the stores seven management positions earlier this year.
Blenheim firm Robinsons Construction Limited, which is under tak ing the build, is still set for a February finish date, while the supermarket is anticipated to open its doors in March or April.
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Tuesday, November 13At 7.30pm 22 year old unemployed male
was arrested after he smashed the front windscreen of an associates vehicle during a heated argument with the vehicle owner.
He was also found to be breaching his bail conditions, he was held in custody to appear in the Blenheim District
Court on Wednesday.At 1am a 17 year old male student was
observed by a Constable on foot patrol doing a burn out on George St.
The driver was arrested and his vehicle impounded he will appear in the Court on the 19th of November.
Other incidents:At 12.30am a male wearing all black cloth-
ing was disturbed on a George St property by the occupants.
Police were unable to locate the male.A vineyard owner in the Waihopi Valley
reported to Police that overnight on the 12th and 13th of November a vehicle has crashed through his vineyard fence and crashed through three rows of vines causing $3000 worth of damage.
The vehicle is believed to have been driven off in a southerly direction.
The vehicle is believed to be extensively damaged due to the amount of vehicle parts being left in the vineyard.
The vehicle is believed to be a dark blue Nissan pulsar.
Arrests this week
Many Marlborough residents donned special eyewear and looked to the skies on Wednesday morning to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse.
Beginning around 10.30 am, the unique event drew a lot of attention, with many people gathering across the road from Blenheim Bookworld to watch the eclipse unfold.
Blenheim Bookworld owners Charlene and Peter Scott provided special glasses for people to view the event, and also had a telescope for curious bystanders to utilise.
Eclipse dazzles Blenheim
Above: Chris harmer took a unique approach to viewing the solar eclipse on wednesday morning. right: Jannika roubos got a glimpse of wednesday’s solar eclipse through a telescope.
By Chris Tobin Summer is the season for people to traverse the
length of the country whether by foot or by bicycle.Over a month ago a walker sweated his way
through Blenheim heading north raising funds for cancer kids.
Yesterday Blenheim’s Ben Walker pedalled into town travelling north to south by bike.
Arriving today will be Englishman Dan Burgess, but he is running not cycling.
“I’m averaging 60km a day,” Dan said from Kaikoura on Wednesday afternoon.
“Physically I’m OK but I’ve got sore feet
and sore knees and keeping up the calories is important.”
Dan left Bluff on November 1 and is raising money for Cystic Fibrosis NZ and Parkinson’s UK.
His support crew comprises only his wife Sarah but Marlborough runners will be out to help him along when he arrives today.
“We’re flying back to the UK at the end of December and we wanted something to finalise the end of our trip here,” Dan said explaining why he had decided to take on the epic run through New Zealand.
Road runner expected today
The Marlborough region is all set to welcome the largest cruise ship to ever dock at Shakespeare Bay on Sunday.
The Voyager of the Seas will have an estimated 3,100 passengers plus crew on board.
It is scheduled to arrive at 2pm and depart at 10pm.
The Picton flower ladies will be there to welcome passengers as they disembark and a team of 25 official volunteers will be stationed around Picton and the foreshore to provide assistance to visitors as they arrive off the shuttle bus from the port.
The shore excursion travel agent for Voyager of the Seas, Renaissance Tours estimate they have around 700 passengers pre-booked on day trips throughout Marlborough.
Renaissance Tours director Tony Petrie said, “this is a great day for Marlborough and an opportunity to show the region off to a huge number of people, and also a huge opportunity to demonstrate to cruise ship operators the worth of coming here.”
The Picton i-SITE has another 21 tours and experiences scheduled for departure from 3pm onwards, specifically designed by the local visitor industry for cruise passengers who are wanting to pick up a tour on the day.
The Picton craft market will be operating adjacent to the Picton Town Wharf and Picton retailers have all agreed to stay open late to provide retail therapy for passengers.
The winery cellar doors are also taking advantage of the extra visitors to town with Giesen Wines planning to stay open until 8pm.
This is the second cruise ship of 20 for the
season. Several passengers from the Radiance of the Seas which visited last month mentioned to volunteers that they were delighted when presented with flowers as they disembarked off the ship and mentioned how much they enjoyed Picton and hoped to return independently one day.
Over the last few years the size of cruise ships visiting New Zealand has increased and Port Marlborough has invested in infrastructure to accommodate these larger ships.
Port Marlborough’s general manager of Operations, Carmen Gimpl said, “we will use Shakespeare Bay nine times this season for cruise ships between 290m to 311m long.
'Eleven different ships will make a total of 20 visits to the Port.
'Seven of these ships have never called into Picton before.
'To stimulate growth of the cruise business in Marlborough it is vital that we, as a region, make a good impression every time a ship calls.”
Largest cruise ship arrives in Pictonon Sunday
the Voyager of the seas which will arrive with an estimated 3100 passengers and crew.
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Horse wHinGerI see the horseman at the market
on saturday morning nothing wrong with that horse certain horse whingers need to wake up n smell the roses like yr poo dnt stink
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needs character what else would you all have to complain about if it wernt for him and his ‘beauti-ful’ horse - Nicole :)
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doG foodBeautiful horse..... Leave him
alone, that horse would be dog food if it wasnt for him. Hes a good man, and theres plenty of dog poo around, havnt seen any complaints about that. The horse is fed well and not starved, people need to focus on more important things like the lack of jobs in blenheim!!!!!!
broken GlassI grew up in picton n seein
horses bein rode around was jst th norm. People shld b more upset wth th amount of broken glass on our streets. Wotz gona hurt our kidz more... a bit of horse poo or broken shards of glass?!...
leave aloneLol leave horse man in RED-
WOOD alone, people have forgotten how to love the simple life! My daughters and i walk everywhere everyday and see the horse man now and then. Its fantastic for my young ones to see. If he gets shoved into the shadows this town will be a try hard, clinical bore again. Lighten up, have fun, soak up the natural sun and LIVE. Yolo
bluedoorCme on peoples, blue door doz
it 4 all.. dump shop iz 4 a mans poket..ana helmbright
Make My dayI agre wif Wendy, they make
my day seein them aroun town @ the horse loks n gud condi-tion! Sick of whingin people n this hideous place.
PleasePlease, please, please can we
tea lovers have tea leaves in tea pots not tea bags. It makes a much better cup of tea. Coffee drinkers are well catered for, so how about a decent cup of tea at cafes around Marlborough. E. Hall.
rebelWhy not support Rebel? They’ll
have employed locals and pride themselves on getting those likeminded staff who know what they’re on about. It’s about time Blenheim had a decent sports shop with a wider range - people like shopping round to get better deals.
Horse, aGain.Oh yea horseman’s a great
Guy, passed him on Alabama road as he got off his bike and booted it in the stomach, great carer of animals and a top bloke, NOT
The horseman subject is now closed - ed
siMPle lifeWhat happened to living a
pure simple life? What hap-pened to kindness, love, helping others and appreciating what jesus has done for us? would you give everything up and get slaughtered to save others? We have got so caught up with gossiping, technology, beauty, assets, legalised prostitution, homosexual marriage, drugs, unfaithfulness and excessive drinking, we have lost touch of simple happy family living. Take time out of the mirror, leave your lap tops and phones home and pen in regular time with your partner, parents and kids. Go on a fun picnic and feel the sand between your toes as you watch them smile back at you. create wonderful memories. Dont waste days that can never be done again. my last wish.
sPorTs fanOkay lets set the facts right i
am waiting 4 2013 so we can keep making history i mean next year we have the rugby league world cup lets c if the kiwis can make 2 in a row and win it i am also waiting 4 what they have in store from all other sports From your resident sporting fan
GoT TalenTMarl does have talent. How
nice to see such pretty bright young faces. In your word on the street. Jules
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Dear Ed,The number of tickets issued by
NZ Police in Marlborough seems high, especially in dollar terms, up to half a million taken out of Marlborough every year.
Where does this money go to and who’s not getting it.
The retailers aren’t getting this money, goods and services in Marlborough are missing out on this top dollar, $500,000 off the top.
If they get more speed cameras more money will be taken out of the Marlborough economy.
647 tickets issued in Nelson Street, there’s only 365 days in the year,
have they got tents down there?$500,000 taken off Marlborough’s
retailers etc the Chamber of Com-merce should be sitting on the fence as usual if there’s a bit of controversy.
Can’t afford to offend the clients.Anyway the Police don’t clean up
the mess of accidents, they leave that to volunteers in the Fire Service and St Johns, while they sit on $60/ 70,000 to start with and may direct a bit of traffic.
All the f ines collected in Marlborough should stay here, and then again, perhaps they do.
Jim P
Show me the money
Dear Ed,Advertising joke of the year, new vehicles with front fog lights!
Where else would they be? You wouldn’t have them on the back would you?
Cappy Hoghan
Front fog lights
Permission to paint
Dear Ed,After passing this building
in Blenheim just today, I was disgusted by the new colours the property owners have chosen.
The council are trying to make this part of town a smarter entrance to Blenheim?
This ruins all their hard work and destroys a potentially stunning building - (if renovations were put in place).
I am annoyed to see this ( the
colour change) and would like to see a more appropriate colour choice that would do the building justice.
Maybe even paint the beautiful trim of the building a darker shade than the rest of the building to bring out the architectural style in the building.
Shouldn’t people have to get council permission to paint historic buildings bright colours anyway?
Annoyed Citizen
The building on the corner of sinclair and alfred streets has been given a new paint job
HorseManre,horseman how can any1 say
wat a gud job he doin obviously u hav nt seen him punch + kick it in the stomach and head is animal cruelty ok if its well fed :-(
ProMPT serviceAnybody wanting to get rid of
old cars go c ascguard vehicle receivers he does a prompt ser-vice n u will also get moni 4 ya car!! Support local business’s n not give our hard earned moni 2 otha parts of the country!!
beauT baskeTsWell done MDC what beauti-
ful hanging baskets this year!! Makes our town look beautiful
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Theatre of a Christmas theme is coming to Picton Little Theatre next Monday.
Charles Dickens performs a Christmas Carol is making a visit, as part of its 2012 World Tour.
It is a joint tour between an Eagles Nest Theatre, Capital Theatre Productions, and Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand.
Picton will be one of the eight places around New Zealand that the show will be dropping into.
Tickets are available at Take Note Picton or Picton Little Theatre Box Office, or via [email protected], or call 027 924 6606 to reserve tickets.
Doors open at 7pm, the show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets: Non-members: $25, Members: $20,
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A Coronial Court investigation is underway involving a doctor at Wairau Hospital.
The chief executive of the NelsonMarlborough District Health Board John Peters says.
“The DHB has worked within the process laid out by Coroner’s investigation, the Medical Coun-cil and the Health and Disability Commission, and supported the
decision by the doctor to stand down after a patient death in May 2012 Mr Peters said.
“We believe the quality of ser-vice in Wairau Hospital to be of a good standard and have always considered the safety of patients to be our highest priority. How-ever at the same time the DHB was not exempt from statutory obligations including processes
that are being followed by the Coronial investigation which makes the information around this case sub judice.
“We regard the employment of locums to fill the leave of this doctor to be an investment in safety and quality while allowing service delivery to be maintained for Marlborough patients.”
Investigation underway
By Robbie ParkesMarlborough woman Rhonda Whelan
is in the Christmas spirit year-round, and the annual Blenheim Lions Club Mistletoe Market next month is when she shares that enthusiasm with the rest of the town.
In her spare time, Rhonda creates an amazing array of Christmas-themed presents, crafts, cards, ornaments, decorations and more.
“You name it,” she said.These include knitting and pom pom
kits, felted pukekos and kiwis, Christmas cards, decorations and various other items, often with a New Zealand twist.
“I’ve done a lot of New Zealand things because there’s a lot more people coming here from overseas now.
“Pukekos are also one of my best sellers.”
Rhonda is a mainstay of the market.She cannot remember how long she has
been a vendor, but estimates it has been at least 15 years.
“I alway get the same spot too,” she
said, “right outside the Public Trust office.”
Rhonda has always loved handcrafting and creating things, and the festive season too for that matter.
“I think up new ideas all the time and love Christmas, so it seemed to make sense to just make Christmas stuff.
“I don’t work to do it, it’s just filling in my spare time.”
She uses a lot of recycled materials including pinecones, and even onion bags for pohutukawa flower bouquets.
“I try to keep things really low priced so kids can buy them too.”
This year, there is more than 150 stall sites allocated for the market, which is set to extend most of the length of Market Street and around the Forum.
The market begins at 9am, Saturday December 1, with the Marlborough Dist r ict Brass band providing entertainment throughout the morning.
Rhonda prepares again for the Mistletoe market
Rhonda Whelan with some of her crafted Christmas goods she sells at the annual Blenheim Lions Club Mistletoe Market in December.
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Men often go for the hot chillies such as habaneros.
Chillies need warmth to germi-nate so it's best to plant seeds in an icecream container, cover with cling wrap and pop them in the hot water cupboard.
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November is peak time to focus on your fruit and vegetable gardens to make sure you make the most of what summer may bring.
Now is the time to be planting most warm weather vegetables such as tomatoes, (and basil around them for optimum results and flavour), capsicums, cucumbers, and potatoes.
Beans, cauliflower, courgettes, leeks, aubergines, spinach, herbs, sweet corn and lettuce are also all essential to sow and grow this month.
These new season veggies will need a little more water than their spring cousins heading into the dry summer.
The fruit garden is also at its very best this time of year, so give those fruit trees a good prune to encourage
growth and let sunlight in.Melons, lemons, mandarins, grape-
fruit and rhubarb are just a few essen-tials for the coming warmer months.
Keeping your vegetable garden managable and mobile is a good way to approach summer.
Planting in pots makes overgrowth easier to manage, and they can even be taken away on the family camping trip or to the batch without much grief.
Cherry tomatoes, lettuce and herbs do well in pots and can be an attractive addition to your garden.
Make a list of what fruits and vegeta-bles you would make the most of in the warmer months, and make sure they are given the proper care when plant-ing so as to reward you come summer.
Make the most of your vege garden
Here is a simple green salad that’s full of great tastes and textures.Don’t make the dressing too far in advance as mint discolours
after being chopped.
Blanch asparagus until tender and refresh under cold water.
Slice avocados and sprinkle with lime juice and zest.
On a large platter, arrange salad greens, asparagus spears and avocado slices.
Combine dressing ingredients and season to taste.
Drizzle over salad and top with almonds.
13SunThe Friday November 16, 2012 what’s onin marlborough
Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard8pm, $10 admission Le Cafe, 12/14 London Quay, Picton, Marlborough Sounds www.lecafepicton.co.nz
Sit and Be Fit with SueFree general exercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street, plenty of parking. Phone Sue: 578 0469
The Muslim Association of Marlborough IncFriday (Jummah) prayers every week between 12pm – 2pm, upstairs meeting room at Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, Blenheim. (Space for ladies also). For details contact: Br Zayd 027 644 979 or Br Fouad 021 0253 1275.
The Edwin Fox Maritime Centre, PictonOpen everyday from 9am Great wet weather day activity and child friendly. Come check out the amazing history and facts. Kids under 5 free!
Sit and Be Fit with Jeanette.Free exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Phone 578 5395.
QuestIntermediate age youth group, 3.30pm-5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton. Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.
Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm, Prue: 578 8888.
Tai ChiToday and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Liz 027 748 6666.
Tunes for TotsPreschool music sessions. Morning tea. 9.30am and 10.30am. Nativity Church Hall. $2 Family. 578 3909.
KidzoneRiverside Community House, 3pm till 5pm (Closes school holidays).
Saturday 17th NovemberMarket MorningSt Christopher’s Church Hall,90 Weld St, 8.30am-12.30pm, gold coin entry in the church.
Lights over MarlboroughA & P Park $7 entry, children under 5 free. 6pm onwards at Whitney St School, entertainment band - Dead Parrots
Tua Marina School Christmas Fair10am till 2pm, auction 11am, silent auc-tion, meet Santa, Christmas stall, rural fire and police dog displays, and much more.
Mini Putt & Merry-Go-RoundPicton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, today and Sunday, 10am
Redwood Market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts.
Vintage Farm Machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Vintage Farm, Guided tours available, Doris 579 4357.
Picton Museum10am till 4pm daily, 9 London Quay. 573 8283.
Pelorus Gallery70 Main Rd, Havelock, open daily 10.30am till 4.30pm, 574 2128.
Museum26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park. Daily 10am till 4pm.
SuNday 18th NovemberVoyager of the SeasCruise ship berths at Waimahara Warf, Shakespeare Bay, Picton on November 18, estimated arrival 2pm until 10pm.
Havelock Lions Club car boot saleand sausage sizzle at Havelock Domain
Ulysses ClubRide to Forresters Cafe for Lunch - meet at the railway stn 10.45am ride departs 11am
Pony ClubPony Club Grounds, New Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.
Kaikoura Cycling ClubWeekly from the Kaikoura West End car park. 9.00am.
Marlborough Farmers Market 9am till noon every Sunday. A&P show grounds corner of Maxwell and Alabama Road.
Rail SailPicton Foreshore 10am-4pm – Miniature trains and yachts.
Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am. Murray 578 9199 or Tony 577 9776.
Petanque 10am 65A Weld Street – Phone John 577 9789.
Tramping ClubMary 5728762.
Buddhism for Modern Life10am, 573 5379.
Blenheim Bonsai2pm-4pm, 7 Hale Street. Dave 577 8679.
Marlborough Guild of WoodworkersBrayshaw Park, open workshop 1-4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm: 578 8809.
Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club10am-4pm every Sunday at Brayshaw Park. Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and book. Free admission.
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Story and photo by Annabelle LatzThe standard of merino on display
at the Marlborough A&P Show last weekend was high, said Marlborough Merino Association chairman Ham-ish Oswald.
He had a very successful show, tak-ing home first prizes for both the Pen of Three Commercial Hoggets, and the Pair of Commercial Merino Ewes.
He said hogget competition was well designed, to illustrate to the sheep growers the value of the merinos.
Based at the Awatere Valley’s Dun-troon, Hamish and Robert Oswald’s also received recognition for having entries with the highest carcass value.
“The day was well run, there were a good number of entries,” he said.
Entries were on par with last year,
but given the cool spring season and tough economic times, Hamish said it was all fairly positive.
“The standard of the competi-tion has improved, the caliber has improved. Farmers are giving more focus to the competition.”
Taking second place in the Pen of Three Hoggets, based on meat and wool value, was Steve Murray and Bob Butt of Kilgram Run, and third place was Steve and Mary Satter-thwaite of Muller Station, who also took home highest overall wool value.
Taking second place in the Com-mercial Pair of Ewes was Graham Cooper of Homebrook, and third place was Simon Fowler of the Bounds.
After shearers shore the 12 pens of
hoggets, the microns of each fleece were measured by Dave Carr of SGS in North Canterbury, and they were then ranked by Blair Davies of the NZ Merino Company.
The sheep’s weight and meat yield was assessed for a calculated value on the weekly schedule, which was car-ried out by Ben Greenslade of Silver Fern Farms Marlborough.
Showing the way with merino
R I G H T : H a m i s h O s w a l d , Marlborough Merino Association chairman, said the standard of competition in the sheep pens at the Marlborough A&P Show last weekend was high.
Story and photo by Annabelle LatzThe Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter may
become a regular feature of the Marlborough A&P Show.
This is the wishes of Paula Muddle, who is in charge of marketing and communications for the trust.
She was thrilled with support of the fundraising efforts at the show last weekend, from the Gift Sheep competition.
“It was absolutely fantastic. We really appreciate the support from the rural community and with the service responding to over 150 missions annually throughout Marlborough and many being to rural properties, it was a great fit.”
Last Saturday the Gift Sheep competition attracted about 30 sheep donations, and many $100 cash
donations.In total, this raised $1000 for the Trust, organised
by PGG Wrightson, with major sponsors including Silver Fern Farms, Giesen Wines, and House of Travel.
The judging of the competition involved partici-pants entering one sheep, (lamb, whether or prime,) being judged on hoof and hook.
The competition judging was based on Silver Fern Farms’ schedule.
Ben Greenslade from Silver Fern Farms Marlborough was judging the competition, and said it was good to see the enthusiasm about the event, and hoped it would continue on to be an annual event at the show.
“The farmers are really keen on it happening.”Ali Campbell took best spring lamb, the Stace
family took best old seasoned lamb, the best wether went to Phillip Neal, the best mutton ewe went to Chris Dawkins,
A further $520 was raised when the ‘shrek like’ sheep was shorn by National MP Colin King, and the wool and sheep was auctioned off with Wool Marketing Marlborough Nelson Ltd upping their $320 merino bid to $400.
Gift Sheep competition a success
Kaikoura electorate National MP Colin King shears the Shrek-like sheep, ‘The Wanderer’ which follows the legendary path of Shrek the sheep that came from the hills of Bluff Station, Clarence. Hamish Murray (left) was working on his home property of Bluff Station earlier this year when he had an accident, and was airlifted to hospital by Nelson Marlborough Helicopter Trust. Money raised from The Wanderer and the fleece went to trust.
A reminder to all land users that the flowering season for Chilean Needlegrass has begun.
Vineyard contractors and seasonal workers, lifestyle block owners, farmers and road maintenance crews all need to understand the threat.
Chilean Needlegrass is a pervasive threat to Marlborough pasture grasses and currently is spread over 2,778 hectares of the district and the flowering season for this pest has just begun.
The weed reduces pasture productivity and its very sharp seed heads are easily caught in the wool of sheep and hides of cows, downgrading carcass quality.
It can cause blindness in lambs as the seeds are easily caught in the animals’ eyes.
Economic loss of grazing production is estimated
to be in the range of $100 to $200 per hectare where the weed is present.
Council Environmental Science and Monitoring manager Alan Johnson is making a plea for everyone in the rural sector of Marlborough to understand the extent of the threat.
The weed is easily spread by moving stock or machinery through affected areas, or by people carrying the seed heads on their footwear or clothing.
Check machinery, stock and animal food to see that it is clean, before use.
Members of the public should contact the biosecurity section at Council if they find Chilean Needlegrass growing anywhere in Marlborough.
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Story and photos by Annabelle LatzThere was a buzz of enthusiasm amongst
the contestants of the Merino Junior Judging Competition at last weekend’s Marlborough A&P Show.
Six contestants from around the district took part in the event, which involved a 12 minute assessment where they had to examine a sheep, write comments, and speak to a panel of judges.
Alice Satterthwaite from Muller Station entered the competition for the first time, and took the top honours.
Based in Christchurch at Rangi Ruru Girls’ School, the 15 year-old loves to come home and work on the farm.
“I think the merino industry is a really great one to get involved in.”
Alice said the competition was enjoyable.“It was a bit nerve wracking,” she admitted.Alex Smith, 16, at Awapere Station, also
showed great enthusiasm about a future with merinos.
“It’s good how the meat is starting to be noticed.”
Eve Smith, 18, is at the Jordan. Her great grandfather Graham Black was
a stud breeder.“Merinos are good to work with, with your
dogs.”
Joe O’Sullivan, 24, works at Muller Station, and this was his second time entering the competition.
“Today is about learning how to pick a good sheep.”
Jess Payton, 24, is from Rai Valley, and works in rural banking in Christchurch.
She was also leading dairy cows at the show.
“It’s interesting to see where this industry is going, especially with Icebreaker and Smart Wool.”
Paul Blackler, 20, at Blairich Station, said merino farming was looking positive for young farmers.
“In today’s world you can’t pay for a farm with the first wool cheque.”
The overjudge was Ron Small, from Blairich Station.
He said the handling of the sheep was excellent.
“You have to look for evenness in the length of the wool, and style through the sheep, and always approach a sheep from the side,” was advice he gave the young group.
He said the competitors spoke well too.“The level was very high,” he said.Alex Smith, who finished in second place,
joined Alice at Canterbury A&P Show at the weekend for the national final.
Merino future looks bright
ABOVE: Contestants of the Merino Jun-ior Judging Competition: (L-R, standing) Alex Smith, Paul Blackler, Jess Payton, Joe O'Sullivan, Alice Satterthwaite and Eve Smith, with overjudge Ron Small.
LEFT: Alice Satterthwaite, 15, took out first prize in the Merino Junior Judging Competition at the Marlborough A&P Show last Friday, pictured here with her dad Steve, Muller Station.
LEFT: Sue Lucas with one year-old grandson Sam Lucas. Sue won supreme paced and mannered park hack last Friday at the show, riding R.V. Georgie Girl.
Teresa Dalzell, riding Spitting Image waiting for her showjumping class.
Brooke Gilsenan, 2, shares a cuddle with a huntaway pup.
Capturing some moments from the Marlborough A & P Show last weekend.
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By Chris Tobin More than 400 athletes aged from 9 to 14
competed in the Marlborough Rural Schools’ Athletics at Athletic Park, Blenheim, on Wednesday.
One of the organisers, Kerry Wilkin, deputy principal of Tua Marina School, said the athletes came from a wide area – Ward School, the Wairau Valley as well as several small town schools such as Blenheim
Primary and Riverlands. “It’s all about participation and fun and
competing against standards,” Kerry said. “It’s a fantastic day of athletics for country
kids and the culmination of six weeks of
training.” Elite athletes from the day’s competition
will return to Athletic Park next week for the Marlborough District Athletics Championships.
Country athletes come to town
Right: Hugh Pearce of Tua Marina School in the year 4 high jump.
Away they go. Year 6 girls blast away from the start of their 60m race.
Jemma Halewood, 10, of Grovetown School gets airborne in the long jump.
Watching all the action are, from left, Emma Bond, Kate Vavasour, Amanda Gibbs and Rachel Maguire.
Happy bunch: Enjoying the Rural Sports were back row, from left, Rachel Murray, Ameilia Newman-Brooks, Eva Treston and Bailey Huntly. In front, Katie McMillan and Marcelle Scadden.
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WANTED DEAD OR
ALIVEAny cars, vans,utes, 4x4's.
In any condition.CAsh paid
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Vehicle RemovalsPh Brent
027 766 7105
Accessman Blenheim is a locally owned and operated branch of the Accessman Group specialising in the hire of Access Equipment predominately to the commercial workplace.Due to increasing growth we are looking to fill a fulltime position at our Blenheim yard. Job summary as below:
• You would be responsible for cleaning and servicing of machinery on return from hires.
• Delivery and pick up of machinery.• Taking hire bookings.• Sole charge responsibility at times when the owners are absent.
Job Objectives:• To provide customers with a high level of customer service and
professionalism• To always maintain Accessman equipment to a very high
standard and quality.• To ensure compliance with all OSH requirements are meet both
within the yard and on site where Accessman machines are being operated.
Job requirements:• HT Drivers licence, Class 1 and 2. • Silver card ( provided).• Intermediate computer skills. • Mechanical experience or aptitude is sought.
Person requirements • A practical nature and an understanding of the industry.• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.• Good problem solving and fault diagnostic skills.
If you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role we look forward to receiving your application.
Please send your CV a covering letter to [email protected] or mail to 15 Main St, Blenheim.
Applications close Friday 23rd November 2012
YARD PERSON / CUSTOMER SERVICE / TRUCK DRIVER
Marlborough Marine are having an
Open day
on
Saturday 17th November, 2012
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
come and see Peter for a free quote & finance package on
new Yamaha outboards
& check out our large range of
new and used boats and motors
we’re now Marlborough’s Yamaha dealer!
Marlborough Marine Ltd SH1, Koromiko
(next to the golf course) (03) 573 77376
The Sun mid week 2x3
Local CompetitionSunday 18th
November 201211am
Lansdowne ParkCome along and support our girls.
We are always looking for marchers, Coaches, Judges
and helpers.So come and see what
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Caregivers and
registered nurses
We require experienced Health Care Assistants and Registered Nurses to join our friendly and
supportive team.Weekly pay and
competitive rates.Phone
0800 242 111
Deliverers wanted for new and relief runs in the Springlands, Grovetown,
Spring Creek and High St areas. Our paper is delivered on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Must be reliable and honest.
Please phone 577 7868
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MATUAMatua began as a small family business in the 1970s, quickly becoming known for innovative wines and the producer of thefirst New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Today Matua continues to produce exceptional wines for people to enjoy world-wide as
part of the Treasury Wine Estates portfolio of brands.3 continents, 54 brands and 12,000 hectares - Treasury Wine Estates is a leading premium wine business with an
international portfolio of new world wines including Matua, Shingle Peak, Penfolds, Wolf Blass, Rosemount and Lindemans.Working with Treasury Wine Estates is your opportunity to join a consumer focused company listed on the Australia StockExchange with a truly global presence in Australia, North America, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Grower Liaison Officer based in Marlborough. Reporting to ourGrower Relations Manager, you will support our large portfolio of growers primarily within the Marlboroughregion.Key responsibilities include:
Correct assessment and grading of grapes in the field prior to booking and delivery•Providing growers with correct technical and business suggestions relating to the TWE - grower•relationshipWell planned regular vineyard inspections to ensure grapes meet required specifications, quality•targets and volumes
As a key link in the chain between our contract growers and our wine making team we want to hearfrom you if you have:
Certificate IV or higher in Viticulture or related discipline essential•Diploma or Degree in Viticulture or related discipline - not essential but preferred•3 years experience in vineyard management and/or grower relations operations•
Please send your application outlining what you bring to this role to Anton Groffen, Grower Relations Manager, [email protected] by Sunday,18 November, 2012.
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The Mercure Picton is a boutique hotel with 48 rooms and apartments and is now looking for a skilled Commis Chef for their small and busy kitchen team catering for The Chartroom Restaurant, The Boatshed Bar and the conference/function centre.
If you are a positive and happy person who is serious about a career as chef, then come and join the motivated kitchen team.
This position is part time role and can start immediately.Eligibility:
• Cooking qualification or an apprenticeship and experiences in a similar role are a must• Eligible to work in NZ. Work permit must not expire before end of April 2013• You have to currently reside in NZ Contact
1992 Abi 15' foot, 3 way fridge, 3 gas rings + large oven, hot wa-ter (gas), gas heater, shower + toliet, 3/4 bed + 1single, very large awning, good conditon as new, $16500.00. 3261 Waihopai Valley Rd RD6, Blenheim.
for sale2 bdrm unit , Blen central sunny and well insulated, with heap pump, private grounds , carpor t $ 250 / wk 5738058 or 027 241 6915.
BANDS, djs available for end of the year/Sum-mer functions. Awesome entertainment. 5777025
CARAVAN on Site Beach Front at Kaiterit-eri , available to rent 25th Jan - 4th Feb 2013, Ph: 027 6247365
POWER BOATS want-ed to buy, we need more second-hand boats now! Powerboat Centre, 72 Grove Road, Blenheim. Ph 578-0569 or 021-328-241
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S P R I N G C r e e k Playcentre now ac-cept ing enro lments from all areas & offer-ing 20hrs ECE, open Monday & Wednesday m o r n i n g s : 9 . 3 0 a m -12pm: Please call Jane on 5702302 for more information.
STABICRAFT; New 1850 Supercab just ar-rived. Come on down and check out this and the other new boats in stock. Powerboat Cen-tre, 72 Grove Road, Blenheim. Ph 578-0569 or 021-328-241
TWO bedroom house, extremely t idy, very sunny, close to town. No animals, immediate possession, $250p/w. Ph 021 664 687
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Great Rental Option Opportunity to enter rental market, receiving return of $275 per week Large three bedroom, 160m² house with two living areas Two separate garages Logburner and heatpump Sma Small conservatory and a vegetable garden Potential to renovate and convert into two separate flatsWeb Ref No: MB240Contact Owner: 03 577 7045
Open Home: Sunday 12.00-2.00pmFor Sale By Owner - Real Estate Agents Act 2008 Not Applicable
25 Leicester St, Picton Enquiries Over $259,000
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healthEAR Health. Removal of Ear Wax using micro-scope & suction. Ph for an appointment 5788310 at Physiotherapy Centre, 11 Francis St.
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Students 9-13 years
Are you a hard worker and looking for a small job? Do
you have Parental or Caregivers support?
If this sounds like you, please discuss with your parent or caregiver and give us
a call.
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FridayFACT
Eight types of moustache are recognised at the World Beard and Moustache Championships.
These are called: Natural, English, Dali, Handlebar, Wild West, Fu Manchu, Imperial and Freestyle.
During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces in New Zealand and around the world.
The aim of which is to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and depression in men.
Blenheim Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Siale Afuhia Fuapau, aged 31 years, and have a warrant for his arrest.
Ta sm a n Pol ic e District Commander Superintendent Richard Chambers said police were pa r t icu la r ly appealing to Fuapau’s family and the wider Tongan community in Blenheim as he believed they could be of assistance in locating
the man. Fuapau is wanted for
dishonesty offending a nd ha s b e en a n overstayer since 2002.
Immigration New Zealand is also actively seeking to locate Fuapau as he is the subject of a Deportation Order.
Police inquiries have revealed Fuapau has been using the identity of a close fami ly member for some time when dealing with Government agencies.
His offending in thecommunity under the assumed identity led to his uncle being arrested on a warrant this week.
Police appeal for information
Siale Afuhia Fuapau
19SunThe Friday November 16, 2012 sport
The Maori All Blacks suffered a loss to Leicester in the opener for their British Tour.
The home-side took out the match 32-24, with Leicester leading 26-17 at half time.
The team faces a RFU selection in Doncaster at the weekend.
One-week ban fOr ThOmsOn
All Black Adam Thomson has been given a one-week ban after careless use of his boot in last weekend’s match against Scotland.
The incident occurred during a ruck when Thomson put his boot on the head of Scottish player Alasdair Strockosh.
maOri abs suffer Opening lOss
inbriefsport
Hundreds of kids were running, throwing and jumping around Blenheim’s Athletic Park on Wednesday and it was quite a sight.
There was around 400 of them competing in the Rural School sports and you’ll see some photos of the action on another page.
In many ways this is sport at its best. Kids not getting too uptight about where they finish but just doing their best. There wasn’t time to reflect on where they finished because it was someone else’s turn or another race was underway. It was quickfire action.
The setting was ideal and the sunny weather helped make a successful day.
Athletic Park, the venue, is a classic old sports ground that you see all around provincial New Zealand.
There’s the concrete cycling track – 440 yards in the old imperial measurements – and with the grass track inside.
These sports grounds have served New Zealand well over the years. But, sad to say these sports facilities are becoming dated.
Low banked concrete cycling tracks are OK to train on but really today’s top cyclists need velodromes.
And with athletics, grass tracks are suitable up to a point, but their use depends heavily on the weather being right and they require quite a
lot of maintenance and care. The point I’m getting to I
suppose is that possibly now is the time Marlborough needs to start thinking about upgrading some of these facilities.
No doubt there’ll be a howl from long suffering ratepayers but Blenheim and Marlborough should look seriously in the coming 10 years about having an all-weather athletics track.
They can be used year round and are suitable for other sports as well.
Too ambitious some people might say.
Well not really. Timaru in South Canterbury has an all weather rubber track and its population is around 5000 less than Blenheim’s.
Having an all weather track has allowed the town to host New Zealand and South Island secondary schools athletics which bring in hundreds of athletes and supporters.
Velodromes are a bit different. They’re more expensive but still, you’ve got to aim high.
That’s what Blenheim’s citizens did many years ago when they established Athletic Park with its then state of the art cycling track.
(from left) bevan Clist, Troy brownlee, matthew fox, Tai shallcrass, riley haigh-boothman, brandon brooker and shayne Jacks (coach). Photo supplied.
Players from Havelock-based Pelorus Judo, came away with seven medals from the Central Districts Closed Judo Champion-ships at the weekend.
The competition, held in St Arnaud on Sunday, drew judo players from across the region and as far away as Granity,
Motueka and Nelson.Six Pelorus Judo Club mem-
bers, aged between seven and 17-years-old competed in various age and weight categories at the competition, scoring four gold, one silver, and two bronze medals.
Pelorus coach Shayne Jacks said
he was very proud of the players who competed.
“For some, it was their first competition which can always be a little daunting but they did very well and all enjoyed the event.
“Others have been working very hard in training which certainly paid off shown by their success.”
Pelorus Judo medal haul
Cyclists of all levels of ability will have something to aim for on December 9.
After a one year absence the Woodbourne Tavern Rotoiti to Renwick Funride is again being held.
The event includes a 90km ride for social, recreational, intermediate and
racing cyclists. There is also a 43km ride from
Wye River Bridge for cyclists who think 90km might just be beyond their capabilities.
As well as this, there’s a 25km ride from the Wairau Valley Tavern.
Cycling event is back onStory and photos by
Annabelle LatzThere was an excited first time
buzz at the poolside on Wednesday, as about 40 Special Olympic swimmers from high schools and primary schools around Marlborough gathered together for a swimming ribbon day.
Until now, Nelson has been the nearest location where both junior and senior swimmers take part in events together.
Joy Askin provides learning support for swimmers here, and said with Blenheim’s great swimming facility, it was a perfect opportunity to encourage younger swimmers to get involved.
“This day is about bringing on junior swimmers,” she said.
“What we want is a supportive environment, for everybody to be included.”
Lorraine Donaldson-Smith has coached Special Olympics
swimming in Blenheim for five years.
Because the Marlborough region has a strong focus on water based activities during summer, Lorraine said it was important everyone has water skills.
Michael Hilliard, captain for the
Marlborough Boys’ College team, said he wanted everyone to do their best, have fun, and support each other.
Dave Shaw f rom Specia l Olympics wanted to thank Golfers World for its support for the Special Olympics Golf day held last week.
Jordan phillips, (left) Zeck Deacon and Corey Connor represent redwoodtown school.
Water confidence for everyone
sports talk
20 Friday November 16, 2012 SunThe
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