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By Jacob PageBlenheim panelbeater Shaun Forbes believes jobs are at risk unless

people realise they have the choice of where to get insurance work done.

Shaun, who owns Forbes Panel and Paint, says major insurance company IAG which owns State, AMI, Lumley and NZI Insurance is “bullying” their customers into going to their preferred repairer

“People need to understand that they can go to anyone to get their work done.”

Shaun says he and four other Marlborough panelbeaters used to be IAG approved but a restructure saw that number cut to three.

Shaun says 50 per cent of his work comes through insurance claims.“It puts everyone’s jobs in jeopardy – it’s 50 per cent of our market.”

Continued page 2Shaun Forbes believes jobs are at risk if insurance companies “bully” their customers into selecting pre-approved repairers instead of choosing their own.

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Continued from page 1“There’s two shops closed in Nelson

already and I know of places closing in the North Island and Christchurch as well.

“The word needs to get out there that people have the choice of where they want their repairs done.

“Just because the insurers don’t recom-mend us doesn’t mean that our work isn’t guaranteed because we are bound by the consumer guarantees act.”

Shaun says it could see panel beaters in Blenheim close their doors.

“Everyone is starting to put in the phone book “your repairer is your choice” just so people know.

“I’ve had a customer for 15 years and he got told he had to go somewhere else until he put his foot down.”

IAG New Zealand’s claims service general manager, Ruth Colenso says the company has their preferred repairers who they guar-antee the work of but the ultimate choice is with the customer.

“The safety and satisfaction of our custom-ers is our priority when we make repairs to their vehicles.

“IAG has a network of approved repairers across the country that have been carefully selected based on their demonstrated high quality workmanship, quality repairs, staff training and modern equipment.

“We recommend our customers to our network wherever there is an opportunity for them to access this service.

“IAG guarantees the repair when it is completed by one of our approved repairers. Within the Marlborough region, IAG has

three approved repairers in Blenheim and five in the Nelson area.

“A customer can still choose to have their vehicle repaired by a repairer outside of IAG’s approved network. However, we do not guarantee those repairs.”

Shaun says his customers are covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act.

Shaun says he still has work from IAG cus-tomers and always will due to the personal relationships he has with his clients.

Motor Trade Association of New Zealand representatives could not be reached for comment.

“Things work differently in a small town, it’s all who you know and who you feel comfortable dealing with.

“Personal relationships are important (in a small town).”

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PAK’nSAVE Blenheim cel-ebrates a significant milestone next week – two years in the town.

Owners Mark Elkington and Andrea Boock have a full week of birthday deals planned, plus a special day of festivities on Thursday, March 26.

Customers are invited to come down to the store on Thursday from 10am-2pm to enjoy a lunchtime barbecue, and be in to win giveaways throughout the day.

Andrea acknowledges it has been a full-on couple of years, but they have enjoyed every minute of it.

“The Marlborough com-munity has embraced the PAK’nSAVE concept and we’ve learnt what our customers want

from us – a strong range, quality fresh food and of course the lowest prices in town.”

Mark says the last twelve months has been about building on the foundations laid in the first year.

“The first year was very operationally-focused as we got our systems in place but the second year has been listening to customers and focusing on our strengths of quality, price and innovation.

“This year we’ve successfully introduced our own ‘Made in Store’ sausages and a walkway from the produce department through to checkout. We con-tinue to update our range of products and support local Marlborough suppliers as much as we can.”

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temperatures drop COPS RAID CANNABIS HOUSE

A 29-year-old Blenheim man is facing cannabis charges after Blenheim Police executed a search warrant at a South St address, on Tuesday.

Twenty eight healthy cannabis plants were located at the property, most of which were in a grow tent with lighting and ventilation.

Also located at the property was a sawn off shotgun.

The man has been charged with cultivating cannabis and unlawful possession of a firearm. He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on April 13.

Constable Beau Webster says the discovery of the firearm was particularly disturbing.

“There is no lawful purpose be-hind having a sawn off shotgun and that sort of activity is a real concern for the community,” he says.

He advised anyone who suspected there was drug activity in their neighbourhood to contact police or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

MAKOS SNAP UP PLAYERS

The Tasman Rugby Union has confirmed 22 signings for the Tasman Makos 2015 squad to be coached by Kieran Keane and Leon MacDonald.

The squad includes 20 players returning from 2014, and 15 play-ers currently with Super Rugby franchises.

The Makos coaches along with the rugby committee will be keep-ing a close eye on the region’s senior club competitions for talent to complete the squad with up to eight additional players.

By Jacob PageMarlborough’s total fire ban is

over after a restricted fire season was put in place north of the Wairau River yesterday.

The announcement excludes Rarangi which is still in a total fire ban which has been in place since January.

Areas south of the Wairau are still under a total ban but this will be reassessed next week in the hope further rain will fall in the meantime.

Marlborough-Kaikoura principal fire officer Richard McNamara says it is a relief to know the weather is becoming cooler after

the busiest fire season he had in his three years in the role.

The announcement means per-mits are needed for all open fires on the ground but enclosed incin-erators, pizza ovens, braziers and solid fuel barbecues can be used.

“Speaking to some of the longer-serving fire fighters, this has been the busiest season they’ve had since the early 2000s when a couple of seasons were like this.

“The cooler weather and the likelihood of more rain is the main reason for the move,” he says.

Richard says it’s a relief to many the worst of the conditions are

over.“It’s good that many of our guys

now get a rest and we get to have a look at our equipment.

“Some of the stuff is in need of repair just due to use.”

Richard thanked the people of Marlborough for sticking to the rules and being conscious of the increased dangers.

He also thanked the region’s fire fighters both those on the ground and who battled the large blazes aerially.

“The guys have done extremely well and I thank them for their efforts over the past five months.”

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By Adam PoulopoulosA Grovetown property owner is unsure how

a small fire began on his property yesterday afternoon.

Steve Yealands was in Blenheim when he got a call saying foliage on his property, near the corner of State Highway 1 and Nolans Road, was on fire.

The blaze began at about 12:30 yesterday, and was under control by mid-afternoon.

Marlborough Kaikoura principal rural fire of-ficer Richard McNamara says five appliances, two from the Blenheim Rural Fire Brigade, one from the Rarangi Rural Fire Force and two from the Blenheim Urban Fire Brigade attended the fire.

He is unsure how the bamboo on his prop-erty caught fire, or how well the foliage will regenerate.

“I’ve been here 30-odd years, and the bamboo was here before I was. I suspect that will grow back but I’m not sure about the other stuff.

“The worrying part is not knowing how it started. Is there a firebug running around?

“It’s made a big mess.”

He also speculated a discarded cigarette butt could be the cause.

He says the damage could have been worse.

“There’s not a lot of damage to the property. No loss of life or loss of limb, but some of the trees will need to be taken down.”

Cause of fire investigated

Fire fighters dampen hot spots at yesterday’s fire.


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Market to run over winter

The Marlborough Artisan Market has its final market for the summer season on Saturday, April 4, but also looks set to run over the winter months.

A market is likely to run every five weeks after this date during the autumn/winter period.

There will also be a twilight Easter market held on Tuesday, April 2 from 4-7pm on Market Street.

FlaxBourne a&P Show The 90th annual Flaxbourne A&P

Show, which will feature such events as wife-carrying and duck herding, is being held this weekend.

The day begins with the equestrian events on Sunday morning at 8:15am at Weld Park in Ward.

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Bingo night Marlborough Red Cross is holding a

bingo night tonight at Whitney Street School as part of their annual appeal.

The evening begins at 7pm, and tickets are available on the night.

By Adam Poulopoulos A mother-daughter team which

started working together at Curves Blenheim are back together as the new owners of Renwick Takeaways.

Sharyn Hiltz and daughter Jenn Or-chard’s first day of owning the business was February 10.

Sharyn founded the Curves gyms in Blenheim, Nelson and Richmond about a decade ago, where Jenn worked for her.

The pair has subsequently worked at Renwick Supervalue together, before leaving late last year to take over the new business.

Jenn says both are excited to be work-ing together again.

“It’s better than living together let’s put it that way!”

Sharyn was born in Invercargill, but went to Canada when she was 20.

“I went for one year and ended up staying for 30,” she says.

Sharyn returned, and Jenn ended up joining her after meeting her husband during a visit.

Sharyn says she has been surprised by the level of work, often starting at 6am and finishing late in the evening.

“I didn’t realise it would be as hard work as it is, making sure everything is ordered and done.

“It’s very busy here. We try not to make the customers wait for too long.”

Since arriving the pair has repainted the store from dark green to grey and orange, and has introduced a real fruit ice cream machine.

The next step is to introduce gluten-free food and salads to the menu, as well as continue building up the outdoor area.

From fitness to fish and chips

Sharyn hiltz and Jenn orchard with havana orchard, 15 months.

By Adam PoulopoulosA Picton-based woman is following her

passion for baking, and is taking orders through her Facebook page.

Michelle Bax started her business ‘Taste of Home – Cakes and Bakes’ about a month ago, selling at the Blenheim Railway Sta-tion market.

As well as selling there she takes requests through her Facebook page of the same name.

She says her passion came from helping her daughters out.

“I have five girls, so I always cooked for

them, and there was lots of baking. “I used to run the cake stall at the

Queenstown School fair, and I used to bake about 600 cupcakes that day.”

She says her page started big – her first request was a three-tiered wedding cake.

She hopes to incorporate gluten-free baking into her repertoire in the near future.

Michelle has been in Marlborough since November, and moved because her daugh-ter was getting married.

She went to school in Queenstown, and relocated to Canterbury after the earthquakes.

Taste of Home – cakes and bakes’

A long-term research project to find an alternative to chemically-treated vineyard posts has been named the supreme winner of the 2015 Cawthron Marlborough Environ-ment Awards.

The NZ Dryland Forests Initiative has planted 120,000 eucalyptus trees in 38 trials throughout New Zealand in its quest to breed the best trees to establish a durable hardwood industry.

Durable hardwoods can be used in the ground for decades without chemical treat-ment, which makes them ideal for vineyard posts, building and decking.

Project leader Paul Millen estimates that mature durable hardwoods will be three times as profitable as pinus radiata for New Zealand forest owners and are well suited to drought conditions.

The award judges see significant en-vironmental and economic benefits for Marlborough and New Zealand from the NZDFI.

Cawthron Institute chief executive, Profes-sor Charles Eason, congratulated NZDFI and says the science organisation is proud to be supporting the awards.

“A substantial focus of our research projects is on protecting the environment and walk-ing the delicate balance between enabling primary sector growth while at the same time improving environmental quality.”

Other award winners announced at the presentation dinner at the Marlborough Convention Centre on Friday were:

Forestry: Manuka Island Trust – production pine forestry balanced with biodiversity and landscape.

Farming: Mike and Kristen Gerard, Hopai and Elie Bay - sheep and beef farm, com-mercial forestry and native bush protection.

Landscape and Habitat Enhancement: Kaipupu Point Mainland Island Society –

Predator-free wildlife sanctuary with a strong educational emphasis.

Wine Industry Innovation: Pernod Ricard Winemakers and Heritage Centre – integrat-ed environmental management in vineyard, winery and visitor centre.

Community Innovation: Marlborough Farmers Market – promoting fresh local produce and crop diversity.

All winning properties will host public field days in April and May.

Environment Awards winners announced

David Dillon (for sponsor Federated Farmers), with Farming award winners, kristen and Mike gerard and their son will.

trenDez to CloSe Market Street business Trendez

Blenheim Fashion and Beauty Spa has its final day of trading today before closing.

The business has been family-owned for nearly 20 years.

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2015 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards which were announced at a presentation dinner on Friday 13 March. Cawthron Institute Chief Executive, Professor Charles

Eason, congratulated the winners and says the science organisation is proud to be supporting the awards. “A substantial focus of our research projects is on protecting the environment and walking the delicate balance between enabling primary sector growth while at the same time improving environmental quality,” Professor Eason says.“Many of the entrants in this year’s awards have managed to do just that and we applaud them for their achievements and commitment. Regardless of whether they were a winner on the night, all of the finalists have made a positive difference to

our environment and that is the most important thing.”All 25 entrants were profiled at the dinner and judges report that the competition was very strong in all six categories.Field days to learn more about the winning entrants will be held in April and May. Programmes will be available soon.

For more information go to the Environment Awards webpage on the Marlborough District Council website or contact Nicky Eade at the Council, Ph: 03 520 7400 or email [email protected]

Notices Cawthron Marlborough Environment AwardsRenwick water restrictionsDue to low aquifer levels and high water demand in Renwick water restrictions have to be implemented. The restrictions are as follows:Renwick hosing restrictions apply until further notice:• A property with an even numbered street

address may use sprinklers only on even numbered calendar days.

• A property with an odd numbered street address may use sprinklers only on odd numbered calendar days.

• The term sprinkler means any hose which is not held and directed by hand. There is no restriction on hand-held hoses but residents are asked to limit such use wherever possible.

• Only one tap may be used at a time to run a sprinkler or sprinkler systems.

• In the case of corner sections and double sections the day is to relate to the street number displayed and used as the property’s address.

• If no street number is allocated one will be given on application to the Assets and Services Department.

All households on the Renwick water supply need to adhere to these water restrictions now in place. The restrictions will be in place until further notice.The Council is also asking people to adopt water conservation habits.• Don’t leave automatic irrigation systems

running for long periods.• Consider installing flow limiters to taps to

reduce water volume.• If you have a timer on your irrigation

system, irrigate at night between the hours of 10:00 pm and 5:00 am on your allocated irrigation day.

We ask everyone to think carefully about their water use and to cooperate with the Council’s request to observe restrictions. We realise this is the time of the year when everyone irrigates their lawns and gardens but hope everyone will do this in a responsible manner, observing the limits Council has put in place.

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

Phone: 03 520 7400Fax: 03 520 7496Email: [email protected]

COUNCIL NEWS

Positive ageing - Volunteer to help your communityMaintaining a sense of usefulness is important once you retire from the paid workforce.Volunteering a little time to help local organisations is a great way to stay in touch with others and give something back to the local community.• Red Cross in Marlborough welcome volunteers to

visit elderly people in rest homes who are isolated from family. If you have your own transport, empathy with elderly people and are willing to give up an hour a week, you may be able to help. Ring Gayle at the NZ Red Cross in Blenheim, phone 578 6134.

Volunteers provide support in many areas from social and health services, sports and leisure clubs, heritage and arts, environmental protection and advocacy, emergency relief and stronger neighbourhoods. In fact, the work of volunteers holds the key to building a resilient community. • Volunteer Marlborough acts as a referral agency,

assisting non-profit organisations needing volunteers and matching the roles with people who are looking for volunteer positions. Phone 03 577 9388 between 10am and 2pm or go to www.volunteermarlborough.org.nz/contact-us.html

Renwick is currently experiencing water shortages as the prolonged dry weather has reduced the township’s water source; three bores that draw from the Wairau Aquifer to the west of the town. Council has been investigating future options for Renwick for the last few years given that the township’s water consumption has been rising with the changes that subdivision and population growth have brought to the area. A number of options are being considered:• build a new water reservoir in Renwick by 2017-18• introduce water meters to each household in Renwick by 2017-18• build a new water treatment plant for Renwick by 2020-21• fund the reticulation of water from more productive, deeper wells on Conders Bend Road. Experience in other places shows that water metering encourages people

to use less water. Reduced water use could postpone the need (and the cost) of reticulating the new Conders wells but would not have eliminated restrictions this year with its severe drought. The existing water supply does not

meet the National Drinking Water Standards, which is why planning is under way now for water treatment. If a new water source is established for the town, it will also require treatment.Piping treated water from the Blenheim supply would be possible, at an estimated cost of $8M. A large share of that cost would have to be met by Renwick ratepayers. Regardless of these other issues, a new reservoir is required to replace the existing old tanks that need upgrading to meet earthquake standards.

More information about the options to improve the water supply for Renwick will be available in the Consultation Document supporting Council’s Long Term Plan 2015-25, coming out soon. Public submissions on the Consultation Document are invited from 2 April to 7 May 2015. Do you live in Renwick? Please be

sure to tell us what you think.

Plant and Food Research and Marlborough Research Centre Supreme Award won by New Zealand Dryland Forests initiative - long term research project to breed durable eucalypts for hardwood products including grape posts, industrial uses and building.

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Overhanging VegetationA message from the Marlborough District Council

Now is a good time to get out the clippers and prune back any branches or vegetation overhanging the footpaths from your property. This is required to keep our footpaths safe and accessible for all users, be it the postie, someone with a guide dog or a push chair.If you rent the property, check with the property manager or owner as to who is responsible.Footpath and overhanging vegetation inspections will take place in May, so your early attention may save you being issued a reminder notice.Please check your property frontage and if required, prune back to ensure vegetation is well clear from the footpath or road. Thank you for looking after our footpath users and keeping Marlborough safe, tidy and accessible.

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In reply to “No jappas”I have asked the question before myself and it actually refers to Japanese made motorcycles, not the riders country of origin. Also, money raised in the past has gone to charity.

1080Chemical warfare agent band by the Geneva Convention.Tried to sell as pesticide, still the world rejected it as no antidote & indiscriminate secondary killer designed to be dissolved in water to kill or maim the enemy. Don’t be sucked in that its harmless in water.

BewareBeware of local firewood merchants....you will find that firewood is sold as a thrown measure, not a perfectly stacked away in the shed measure.

Party musicBlenheim needs party music for New Year and to change venue. Why do so many go to Picton?2000 in Blenheim sounds like a Tui ad to me.

Speed signsHave noticed speed limit signs @ corner of Rapaura Rd & State Highway 6, are confusing!Sign facing towards Picton is 80 kph, whilst opposite side 100 kph, within 50 metres of intersection. No warning 2 slow down! Would like some feedback from Road Transport Authority on this! Roaduser.

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Rai ValleyMany Thanks to everyone who supported the Rai Valley A & P Show, 7 March in the pouring rain! A massive thank you to all the stall holders, sponsor’s, volunteer’s and committee members for all your time and effort! See you next year!

Thrown not stackedI always thought the firewood was measured as thrown not stacked. Fair Go had this out years ago.

Reply to: firewood merchants

If I sold you a load of firewood that was STACKED in the trailer then my 3.6m3 load would cost you $460 instead of $160, there are rules and laws regarding the sale of firewood it’s important that we all understand them.

Mussel Festival 2015!What a rip off, when are you going to let our children in for free.I would be happier to pay $40 for a adult but $15 for over 5 year olds that’s rediculous.You bleat on of how you make heaps of money every year, come on organisers where’s the compassion for our kiddies.

Thanks guysA big thank you to the two guys who helped us change a tyre just outside of Lake Rotoiti on Monday 9th. We know you were in a hurry so we really appreciated you helping us out!

To totally inappropriateSo glad that this “ Rip Van Winkle” has very belatedly “ woken up”......The dark blue rompers for young ladies to wear during P E & RT activities were kinda gone by the late 60’s. So glad you have awoken 15 years into the 21st Century.....

Grove Road BridgeGet a grip people. Plenty of room for two cars or one car and a truck. STOP HOLDING UP TRAFFIC.Yes two trucks or one truck and car-caravan don’t fit but use commonsence.Some people just being plain stupid.GET A GRIP

Clubs of Marlbough.Disappointed that ‘concerned’ thinks Clubs of Marlborough is for adults only and children shouldn’t be on dance floor. The Club is a family club and children are al-lowed on floor until 9pm. The Club caters for children and encourages them to join as Junior Members. They are the next generation that ensures the continuation of such a great facility.

In reply epic failAbsolutely agree with the epic fail of turning the train station into pay and display. Now there is only a few cars there. Bet it will take a while to recoup the cost if setting it up. What are you doing MDC? You get free park-ing! Why shouldn’t we?

Too many cutbacksNot only does our central post office have a seri-ous lack of teller staff to deal with the volume of customers but I see they have now even cut back on their opening hours. Way to go central P.O, just when I thought it couldn’t be managed even worst!!

Not okThe MDC here in Blenheim are useless yet they want more money for nothing. I went in to council six weeks ago & filled out a form to say the dog we had was no longer in my name. Gave new owners name and address in Renwick. I get rung up today, 12.3.15, to say dog has been picked up by animal control and is registered to me. Council told me six weeks that the dog is no longer in my name. New owner should of got in contact with council to let them know to put dog under her name and give council her address for dog. Not ok at all.

Not a good lookCoffee truck parked at Wairau Bridge.Lady sitting on bench not a good look put me off.

Congratulations to Grovetown SchoolCongratulations to Grovetown School for once again hosting a well organised, fantastic family fun day. Fabulous prizes, & activites throughly enjoyed our time together as a family for the Game Fiesta. Teaching our kids how our anciestors survived. Well done Grovetown! We’ll be back again.

French Pass Power LinesAnother death added to Marlborough Lines network, you are strict on safety for your workers but don’t seem to care for the general public, when will be the next time?

Marlborough LinesAbout time you spend some of the huge profit you made selling that power network and put lights, beacons or something on those lines at French Pass before some one hits them again!

Total Fire Ban liftedPublic notice is hereby given pursuant to Sections 19, 22 and 23 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977 for the Marlborough District Council area north of the Wairau River including and pursuant to Section 807.1 of the Marlborough District Council Bylaw 2010 for the Urban Marlborough District Council areas of Picton and Havelock:

That as from 8.00 am on Thursday 19th March 2015 a Prohibited Fire Season (Total Fire Ban) has been lifted and a Restricted Fire Season is now in place until further notice.

Richard McNamara Principal Rural Fire OfficerBrian Paton Deputy Principal Rural Fire Officer, Dept of Conservation Zone

1. Burning permits are required for all fires in the Open Air during a Restricted Fire Season except for the following:

(a) Gas fired barbecues provided they are positioned at least 2 metres from any dry materials which could catch on fire.

(b) Approved incinerators incorporating a chimney and spark arrestor to stop sparks from escaping from the incinerator.

(c) Any fire with a fully enclosed firebox such as outside burners, pizza ovens, solid fuel fired hot tubs etc.

(d) Braziers with a tray to catch falling embers.

PROVIDED THAT NO SUCH FIRES SHALL BE LIT OR REMAIN ALIGHT DURING HIGH OR GUSTY WINDS OR WHEN HIGH OR GUSTY WINDS ARE FORECAST.

2. A total ban on all fires on any day or days of extreme fire hazard as broadcast under Section 20 of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977 or section 807.1 of the Marlborough District Council Bylaw 2010 takes precedence over this notice.

3. In all cases a person lighting a fire within these provisions shall remain in attendance at the fire until it is fully extinguished.

4. It shall not be a legal defence against claims for damage caused by any fire lit during a restricted fire season or an open fire season with or without a fire permit.

An existing Total Fire Ban is still in place for the Marlborough District Council Area south of the Wairau River and including the Rarangi area and for the Kaikoura District Council Area

• Gas-fired barbecues and other such gas-fired devices are not included in the Total fire ban. • This Prohibited Fire Season (Total Fire Ban) south of the Wairau River and including

the Rarangi Area will remain in force until further notice.

FIRE SEASON MAPS AND CURRENT FIRE DANGER LEVELS CAN BE VIEWED AT: WWW.MKRFA.COM FOR ALL RURAL FIRES RING 111.

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Whether you like to climb, shoot or skate, the Marlborough Youth Trust’s latest event will appeal to you.

March Mayhem is being held tomorrow at the Col-lege Park and the Stephenson Street Skating Rink.

Activities will include skating, laser tag and a rock climbing wall, while there will be light food and drinks available.

The event goes from 5pm-8pm.

March Mayhem

Back: Paige Smith, 14, Sosaia Mesui, 17 and Dharlea Knight, 14, and front: Sam Moli, 16 and Mokoia Pinker, 16.

The prospect of a walkway connecting downtown Picton to the Link Pathway is a step closer with Marlborough councillors at an Assets and Services Committee meeting supporting a proposal that the work be done in conjunction with an upgrade to the town’s upper High Street.

The Link Pathway will even-tually connect Havelock to Picton by way of a walking-cycling track following the line of an old bridle path.

It’s a long-term community project which has been sup-ported by many hundreds of hours of voluntary labour.

The Link Pathway Trust has been lobbying for a walk-way connecting Picton’s Kent Street to the Lookout at the beginning of Queen Charlotte Drive, where the Link Path-way will come to an end.

Councillors agreed that by putting out a tender for both jobs together should achieve economies of scale. The work will be funded from the budg-ets for footpaths.

Marlborough Roads is plan-ning to consult with the Picton community early next month in the hope that the work can be completed by Labour Weekend this year.

The improvements will be kept to a minimum in the area immediately around the existing Picton Library to Waikawa Road while the future location of a new library remains unresolved.

However councillors said they did expect the work to resolve the High Street drain-age problems.

Marlborough Sounds coun-cillor David Oddie says it had been a long consultative pro-cess with organisations like the Picton Business Group, so it was good to know that the work will all be done by the next summer season.

Councillor Oddie says it would benefit not only those who regularly use this area of Picton but it would hopefully draw more visitors up to that end of the town as well.

“The connection to the Link Pathway would be a bonus, not only for those using the path-way but for those that want to walk from Picton to the lookout for the fabulous view over the town and harbour.”Right: Link Pathway Co-ordinator Rick Edmonds, volunteer digger operator Gus Johnston and Trust Chair David Brown working on new section of the Link Pathway.

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The amazing women I get to work with. I wouldn’t still be here if it wasn’t for the wise midwives and lovely pregnant women of Marlborough.

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Two Marlburians have started a local aid effort to help Vanuatu, where lives were lost and villages flattened by Cyclone Pam over the weekend.

Nicola Mitchell and Lindsay Parkinson started the Facebook group ‘Marlborough Assists Vanuatu’ on Sunday night.

The aim is to get supplies together for the region, starting with filling a 40 foot container with building materials like wood, steel, tools, posts, nails and iron.

The container would be dropped in a central location in Blenheim to be loaded, but a date has not been set yet.

The pair has decided to concentrate their ef-forts on Tanna Island, which has been heavily affected, and think it best aid agencies deal with the smaller, more urgent items.

Nicola and Lindsay have links to the travel and wine industries respectively.

Nicola recently returned from Vanuatu and saw the benefits tourism makes to the local economy, while Lindsay says it’s important not to forget about the affect the tragedy has had on the Marlborough community.

“The local wine industry benefits from the Ni-Van labour force and has done so for many years.

“They have invested their wages back in to their villages and homes but that could all

be gone and they will need to start again.”He says workers from Tanna employed

by several contracting companies here in Marlborough, and throughout New Zealand.

After a meeting at the Marlborough District Council on Wednesday, a unified approach was established and a bank account established for Marlburians looking for cash donations.

“People want to know what they can do but we’ve been advised that cash is the first priority so people can donate through this local Project Pam account, which means

donations go through a registered charity. Of course people may also choose to donate directly to the national fundraising campaign being run by Red Cross,” Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman says.

Arrangements are also being put in place here to accept items that will be needed as the recovery gets underway.

Planning is underway for an appeal for goods and materials and for transport ar-rangements for those donations.

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For the first time in its history, Alzheimers Marlborough has a new centre manager.

Up until now the charitable organisation has been success-fully operated by its committee of volunteers, but as demand and its client base has grown the decision to instate a manager was made.

Introducing Donna Rainbird.With enthusiasm and a genuine

desire to work for her com-munity, Donna was thrilled to take on the role over three weeks ago and says it has been a true pleasure to join the team.

“For me personally, I really wanted to work for an organisa-tion that purely focused on the

community.“What I admire most about this

organisation is that it delivers way above and beyond what it is contracted for, and that really comes down to the dedicated efforts of the volunteers and staff.

“The culture here is vibrant yet calm, and everywhere you look people are smiling, laughing and very happy. It’s a wonderful place to work,” she says.

Donna’s background is in the health sector, with her previous role working for a nationwide organisation servicing Nelson and Marlborough.

She says her long term aim is to future proof the service so

the centre can continue to offer the best quality of service to its clients.

Short term, she is appealing to the community for more volunteers.

“We have a lot of people who have done an incredible amount for Alzheimers Marlborough, but want to move on so it’s created a need for more volunteers.

“If you can spare one hour a month, or a few hours a week we would be so grateful,” she says.

Volunteer roles vary from driv-ers to day programme assistants.

Information and training is available from Alzheimers Marlborough.

New manager eyes future

Scenes of devastation in the area around Port Vila in Vanuatu. Children stand around the remains of a local community centre destroyed in the cyclone.

Renwick leadership supported

By Celeste LodewykMore than 100 people attended a public

meeting in Renwick for the Renwick Smart and Connected initiative on Wednesday night, people who were eager to hear and contribute towards plans for the town.

Prior to the public meeting key stake-holders and 25 members of the commu-nity were interviewed by Colin Bass of BusinessLAB Ltd, to gain an insight into what changes were wanted to improve Renwick.

Colin says the meeting went well with a very positive vibe at the end, adding that it stacked up well for the following meeting on March 31 at the Giesen Sports and Events Centre.

That meeting will be where outcomes are refined into a Renwick plan.

Some of the ideas that were shared included finishing the Renwick Com-munity Memorial Hall, constructing a swimming pool, beautification of the township, repairing of the infrastructure, tree planting, creating a new family and barbecue area and introducing com-munity festivals and events.

One of the main issues the general pub-lic was happy to support was introducing a leadership group.

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IN MARLBOROUGH

- WEEKEND EVENT GUIDE - Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!

Old Time Charity Tea Dance, all pro-ceeds to help Cheryl Harding-Harper to undergo treatment. $5 per head please bring a plate, Nurses Hall behind Hospital, 4pm - 7pm.

If you have an event email Tash at The Sun

[email protected]

Friday 20QCYC Fundraiser with Peter LesterDinner at Drylands Winery - Hammerichs Rd, from 6.30pm. Tickets $50pp ph Deb 021 050 2709. Funds raised will go towards building projects, fleet maintenance and coaching program for young sailors.

NZ Red Cross Bingo NightCome and join us for a fun night at Whitney Street School 7pm, Tickets $10 for 4 games, fundraising for NZ Red Cross services to the community.

Hot art in HavelockThe Gallery Havelock, open from 10am to 4pm, seven days a week. Come and have a look in the friendly little gallery at 60 Main Road Havelock.

The Edwin Fox ShipVisitor Centre open every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activ-ity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. Check out our Facebook or Trip advisor pages.

Picton Museum10am - 4pm daily, 9 London Quay, Ph 573 8283.

Marlborough Museum26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Rd, Brayshaw Heritage Park, Daily 10am - 4pm.

The Diversion GalleryOpen 12pm - 5pm Wed – Saturdays 10 Lon-don Quay, Picton, Ph 573 7376 or 027 440 8121 or www.thediversion.co.nz.

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am - 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. Ph 577 6784 or www.marlboroughartsoci-ety.com.

Saturday 21Farm Machinery AuctionViewing Friday March 20, 3pm till 6pm & auction day from 8.30am. Auction at 10am, State Highway 1 Riverlands, Blenheim, if you have questions please phone Dick Nardella 0274 334 349.

March MayhemA free activity afternoon for youth aged 11-19 year olds. Bring your own skates or use the skates provided. Transport is provided from Seddon, Picton, Rai Valley / Havelock areas. To book email: [email protected], Col-lege Park Skating Rink, Stephenson Street, Blenheim, 5pm – 8pm.

Omaka Rail Line OpeningIs at 2.30pm at Omaka. Blenheim Riverside Railway, trains leave Brayshaw Park from 1.45pm on wards for Omaka and return. Fares; Adults $6, child $3 return. CASH ONLY.

Sara Scott - Ceramicist Marlborough-based ceramic artist, Sara Scott, will be talking about the work in her new solo exhibition, ‘Full Circle’, Millennium Public Art Gallery, Corner of Seymour and Alfred Streets, Blenheim, 2pm – 3pm.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot SaleEvery Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021 842 928.

Blenheim Menz Shed4 Dillon’s Point Rd opens 9am - 12pm Saturday. Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Build-ing relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 578 1835.

Mini Putt & Merry-Go-RoundPicton Foreshore, 10am every day during school holidays, Today and Sunday, 10am.

Redwood Market 8am - 12pm, Redwood Tavern car park, Plants Produce and Crafts.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am - 3pm, Open Every Day. Brayshaw Park Guided tours available, Sunday Thom-as Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

Marlborough Artisan MarketWynen Street Carpark Wynen Street, Blenheim, 9am – 1pm. Highlighting the best of Marlborough art, crafts, food and produce. Come along and browse our stalls, salmon, cheese, strawberries, tomatoes, veggies, blueberries, cherries, bread, ibiccis, your jam and preserves.

Birthright Marlborough RelaunchAt Riversdale Community Centre @ 131 Budge St. 2pm-4pm, bouncy castle, treas-ure hunt, facepainting & more. All single parent/carers and family are most welcome.

Sunday 22Ulysses RideRide to Havelock via Queen Charlotte Drive to meet up with Nelson Ulyssians, then ride back to Blenheim to the Speights Ale House for lunch. Meet at the Railway Station at 10.15am ride departs at 10.30am.

Flaxbourne A & P ShowThe 90th local A & P Show, lots to see and do, horses, sheep, dog trial yarding, shear-ing, iron man competition. Weld Park, Ward. 8:15am – 7pm.

Elf Saloon SeriesJoin us for the ELF Saloon Series, TQ Marlborough Champs Round 3 and the 1/4 Midgets, fun for the whole family. Adults $10, children $3, family - 2 Adults & 3 Chil-dren $20. Eastern States Speedway, Vintage Lane, Renwick, 1pm.

Witherlea School Gala Fabulous food, amazing bargains, great prizes, fun for all, don’t miss it. Rain or shine, it’s on! 11am – 3pm, Witherlea School, Up-per Weld Street, Blenheim.

Old Time Charity Tea Dance All proceeds to help Cheryl Harding-Harper to undergo treatment. $5 per head please bring a plate, Nurses Hall behind Hospital, 4pm - 7pm.

Classic Motoring SocietyDrive to Lake Argyle for BBQ lunch, leaving Renwick at 10.30, all classic vehicles wel-come. Ph Peter or Sonja 578 9062 for details

Farmers Market Summer Season Marlborough A&P Showground’s, Cnr Max-well and Alabama Roads, 9am – 12pm. Buy Local - Cook Local, howcasing the best of what Marlborough has to offer Fresh, local and Marlborough grown sold by the pro-ducer.

KapahakaEvery Sunday at Tuamarina Hall 12pm - 3pm All welcome.

Model Aero Club ARA Wairau Valley 9am, Murray Ph 578 9199 or Tony Ph 577 9776.

Petanque 10am and 1pm Wednesday, 65A Weld Street – John Ph 577 9789.

Tramping ClubWe go on tramp’s Wednesday & Sunday, please confirm for travel Ph Mary Ph 572 8762 or [email protected].

Marlborough Rock and Mineral ClubBrayshaw Park, Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free Admission.

Associated Modellers SocietyMiniature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Park, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm - 4pm $2.

Simply the Breast Dragon Boat TeamTraining on the Wairau River - Sunday mornings from 9.30am from Blenheim Rowing Club, off Jones Road. Have lots of fun and get a full body workout at the same time. Ring Sue Bason on 578 9110 for more details.

Up and Coming27 MarchBlenheim Library Book sale next Friday: Good quality used books including adult books - hardback, paperbacks and chil-dren’s books - Great Value. From 50 cents to $4.00. 9.30am-3.30pm at the library.

29 MarchMuddy Buddy Adventure Mud Run, Have-lock Estuary, Mahakipawa Rd, Havelock, Marlborough Sounds, 11.30am – 4.00pm.

3rd - 5th AprilClassic Fighters, Omaka, 2015 theme ‘Anzac Pioneers’.

Classic Motoring SocietyDrive to Lake Argyle for BBQ lunch.

www.mctt.co.nz [email protected] • (03) 520 8560

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STAR SALSA SHOWCASE 2015

Saturday 28th March @ 7.00pmAdult $27.00 Conc (65+) $17.00

Child (u16) $17.00 Infant (u10) $9.00

WIND IN THE WILLOWSTue 7th April 10.30am, 1.30pm

Wed 8th April 10.30am, 1.30pm, 6.30pmThur 9th April 10.30am, 1.30pm

Admit One $13.50Family 4x tickets $45.00

KING AND COUNTRYSaturday 18th April @ 7.30pmSunday 19th April @ 4.00pm

Tue 21st – Fri 24th April @ 7.30pmAdult $29.50 Conc (65+) $26.50

Student $22.50 Groups (10+) $26.50

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Sunday 3rd May 2015 @ 7.00pmAdult $61.00

Child (u13) $32.00Groups (6+) $56.00pp

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Tuesday 5th May 2015 @ 7.30pmAdmit One: $85.00

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Friday 15th May 2015 @ 8.00pm(R14 - Recommended age 16+)

Adult $47.00 Conc (65+) $41.50Student (with ID) $41.50

Group (6+) $41.50

MOSCOW BALLET LA CLASSIQUE

SLEEPING BEAUTYWednesday 20th May 2015 @ 7.30pm

Adult $92.00 Conc (65+) $82.00Child (u16) $72.00

Group (6+) $82.00pp

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Thursday 21st May @ 8.00pmEARLYBIRD Adult $41.50 (1st 50 tickets)

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FOSTER & ALLENTuesday 2nd June 2015 @ 7.00pm

Admit One $71.90

ISLA GRANT FAREWELL TOUR

Friday 21st August 2015 @ 7.30pmAdmit One $71.00

NZSO – CLASSICAL HITSSunday 20th September 2015 @ 5.00pm

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL UNTIL 31ST March

Adult $ $47.00 Conc (65+) $42.00Prices from 1 April 2015

Adult $52.00 Conc (65+) $47.00Child (up to & including

college age) $17.00Group (8+) $44.40

COALTOWN BLUESFri 10th April & Sat 11th April 7.30pm

Sunday 12th April 2.00pmAdmit One $22.00

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Volunteers respond to emergencies anytime, wherever they are and whatever they’re doing. Without their contribution, there would be no local fire brigades to respond to emergencies.

That’s why their employer’s support is as important as the work of volunteers.

The Marlborough community has a huge respect for its volunteer firefighters, as well as the businesses that allow their staff to be part of such a vital role.

Please show your support to these businesses.

Community respect

Story and photo by Celeste LodewykFor almost five years, Blenheim man

David Boon has served his community as a volunteer firefighter.

His decision to join the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade has been one he says he won’t ever regret.

The training and skills he has received have been “invaluable” and the social aspect of the fire service has been hugely rewarding.

Asked what was his motivation to join, he says was for two reasons.

“After setting up my own accounting busi-ness from home I had the flexibility to give my time to the fire service. This also provided the social outlet I was lacking from working from home.

“Another reason came from when my father died. He suffered a heart attack at home and the first people that attended and worked

on him were the volunteer firefighters. That stuck with me ever since,” he says.

To join David first met with Blenheim Chief Fire Officer Rob Dalton then attended the Monday night training sessions.

A series of security and medical checks were carried out and when cleared, David took part in an eight day recruitment course.

Today he holds the title of senior firefighter, and every day aims to be available for call

outs.“The biggest thing for me after becoming a

volunteer firefighter was gaining confidence.“Before I was a pretty safe person, happy

with a pen in my hand. Now I am comfortable operating cutting gear used to get people out of crashed vehicles.

“It’s been very rewarding in that aspect, as well as the satisfaction of serving my com-munity,” he says.

David Boon relishes his role as a Blenheim volunteer firefighter.

Volunteer firefighting is a very re-warding way to serve your community. If you’re willing to put in the time and

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The Marlborough Forest Industry Association (MFIA) is a non-profit organisation that represents the interests of the forest industry in Marlborough. An Executive Officer is being sought to assist the Association in their day to day administrative functions. This is a part time position of approximately 6hrs/week.

The successful candidate will have strong administration, communication, and relationship management skills. A general knowledge of the forest industry, working with media, and experience of regulatory framework and submissions process would be advantageous.

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A suitably experienced person in administration, word processing, design, and debtors/creditors needs to be competent using InDesign, Photoshop, and the Microsoft Suite; in-house programs will be taught. Other requirements include touch-typing, a high level of accuracy and initiative, excellent spelling, literacy and numeracy skills. Must be able to calmly achieve time lines, and have the ability to multitask. Local knowledge would be an advantage.

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BIRD CAGE 1m hex-agonal x 1.2m high. Worth $700. Selling for $300 ph 574 2466.

EZILITE CHAR -COAL 10kg, hard-wood, large pieces 50 - 100mm size, $25.00, ph 579-3488

L A N D S C A P I N G Rope. 2nd hand, old shipping rope, $1.00 per meter, ph 579-3488.

M A C R O G a r d e n S l e e p e r s 2 n d s , 150X100X2.1 metres long, brand new $20 each, ph 579-3488.

PROFESSIONALLY built, walk in hen house with walk in 3mtr steel cage. Ph 574-2466.

A.G.M. Literacy Mar-lborough’s A.G.M will be held at 6.30pm on Thursday 26th March at Marlborough House, Blenheim. All Welcome.

A.G.M. Blenheim Ball-room & Latin Dance Club. 25th March 2015, 7.30pm. Recreation Hall, Wairau Hospital, Taylor Pass Rd.

ST LUKES’S ANGLICAN Church, Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am, Rev Derek. Ph 578 5050.

GARAGE or shed to store trailer of music equipment in Blenheim area. Please phone Ross on 578-3922 or 027-249-5862.

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DO YOUR GAR -DENS & lawns need maintaining? Please call Brian 570-573.

PAINTER 35yrs ex-perience. No GST. Ph Gavin 02108656568

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The position includes staff supervision, quality management and machine operation.

You will have experience in staff supervision, and the ability to learn about the processing and packing machines and our various product specifications.

All applicants must be a New Zealand Citizen or have Permanent resident status.

Applications with CV and references should be emailed to [email protected]

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- Senior and Junior gradesCricket - Seniors and Junior gradesSoccer - Senior and Junior grades

SWAP LIFESTYLE PROPERTY IN MURCHISON

for any type of property in Blenheim

Swap for property in Blenheim, up or down around $50,000 difference will be considered.Registered valuation is $420,000. Asking price is $390,000.25 acres grazing and 75 acres hill block hunting.3 Bedroom house with open plan kitchen dining new roof and woodfire.Large fully fenced house section suitable for animals and kids. Large sleepout, garage with workshop.Woodshed, and old large high top workshed with pit.Grazing property is fully fenced with electrics.

Phone 027 613 9263

Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Due to continued growth, we have a vacancy for an accounts assistant/bookkeeper. You will need to be logical thinking, super organised and flexible. We have very high standards in customer service, so we are looking for the following skills:• First rate customer service• Excellent written/oral communication• Accuracy & attention to detail• Experience in Outlook/Word/Excel• The ability to adapt to new software• Experience in Xero is desirableInitially the role will be for up to 20 hours per week with the opportunity to grow in both hours and responsibility. We offer a friendly, flexible working environment.

Please email or post a current C.V. and covering letter to Blenheim Bookkeeping,

PO Box 250, Blenheim 7240 or [email protected].

Closing date 31st March 2015.

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Student 9-13 yrsAre 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

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Please phone 577 7868

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The winners of the New Zealand Red Cross Annual Appeal Raffles

9 – 14 March 2015

Pak n Save Countdown/Red Eve Watt Maree Judi Eaton J McPherson Chris Rose Susan Pope

New World Countdown/Spring L Adams Peter Sutherland Dawn Kerry Eveline Campbell

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COOPER: Noah Henare (7lb 5oz) March 4, 2015

LEGG: Taylor Matalino (8lb 3oz) March 7, 2015

McKENZIE: Cooper George (8lb 5oz) February 18, 2015

SCOTT: Macy Ava (9lb 4oz) February 21, 2015

ALLEN, Robin Leslie: Peacefully, at Wairau Hospital, on March 18 2015. Beloved husband of Janice, cherished father and father-in-law of Sarah, Michael, Simon and Juliane; devoted grandfather to Elliette and Tamlyn, James and Ethan. Treasured brother of Doro-thy (deceased), Pamela and David (deceased) and treasured brother-in-law of Patricia. Mes-sages may be sent to the Allen Family, c/- P O Box 5159, Springlands, Blenheim 7241. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Church of the Nativity would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim. A service for Robin will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, at 11am Tuesday March 24, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN F.D.A.N.Z. Tel (03) 578-4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

The full list is held by the MRSA. You can visit the Panama Room, in the RSA Lounge of Clubs of Marlborough to view it.

March 20F W Mears, unknown, age unknown W W Mears, 11 July 1916, age 21L G Mee, 24 September 1942, age 26W H Melhuish, 7 August 1917, age 39C S Merrett, 18 December 1917, age unknownW Messenger MM, 22 July 1917, age 21S F Middlemiss, 27 July 1944, age 25

March 21F Middleton, 29 January 1919, age 32T H Middleton, 19 March 1944, age 23J Midgley, 16 September 1916, age unknownC.W Miller DFC, 11 July 1942, age unknownW.G Milligan, 14 April 1918, age 31N.R Mills, 29 December 1943, age unknownH.W Minnis MM, 3 December 1917, age 27

March 22B J C Mohekey, 20 April 1943, age 39B C Monk, 22 August 1902, age unknownA Moore, 9 August 1916, age 22F.E Moore, 21 February 1916, age 34F W W Moore, 30 May 1916, age 34W F Moran, 11 November 1919, age unknownB Morris, unknown, age unknown

March 23E V J Morris, 31 July 1916, age unknownA L Morrison, 15 September 1916, age unknownF J Morrison, 13 August 1915, age unknownA.E Mortimore, 13 August 1915, age 27E C Morton, 7 August 1916, age unknwonW Morton, 8 November 1917, age 22J G Mosley, 10 March 1943, age 43

March 24A G Murdoch, 10 July 1916, age unknownC G Murdoch, 3 September 1918, age unknownT C Murray MID, 15 October 1942, age 21B C Nathan, 15 September 1916, age 27C R Nathan, 12 December 1941, age unknownH Neal, 29 September 1918, age unknownW J Neal, 6 August 1915, age unknown

March 25H W Nilsen, 7 August 1915, age unknownH S North, 15 September 1916, age 23H R Norton, 24 August 1918, age unknownF R O’Brian, 20 August 1917, age unknownH O’Brian, 25 August 1915, age 21J O’Brien, 26 August 1918, age unknownR H O’Brien, 28 January 1941, age 20

March 26J O’Carroll, 16 September 1916, age 21J O’Connor, 6 August 1918, age unknownJ O’Dwyer, 1 June 1901, age unknownF G Oldham, 30 November 1944, age unknownG O’Leary, unknown, age unknownT J O’Leary, 14 June 1917, age unknownJ Oliver, 8 May 1942, age unknown

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BADMINTON The season is underway for the

Blenheim, Central and Picton bad-minton clubs. The Blenheim club meet on Monday

night, while the Central and Picton seniors meet on Tuesday nights. For more information, visit the Bad-

minton Marlborough website.

BASKETBALL The Marlborough Basketball Associa-

tion is holding a referee muster this weekend. Referees of any experience level are

invited to the muster, at Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000 on Sunday, March 22. The event begins at 9:30am. Contact Marlborough Basketball if

you are unable to be at the meeting, but would like to referee.

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It’s a big day of cricket at Horton Park tomorrow, with one semi-final and three finals taking place during the day. The senior 50-over final between

Grove Tavern Wairau and Biddy Kates Celtic begins at 11am on the main pitch, while the third-grade final between Wairau and Criterion Hotel Wairau Valley starts at 11:30am on the number three pitch. The second-grade T20 semifinal be-

tween United Country and Vineyard Cricket and Celtic is on the number two pitch at 11am, with the winners to play Guthrie Bowron Renwick in the 2:30pm final.

CRICKET

Preparing for the GayleSPORTS TALK

It seems appropriate the man with a name describing the strength of Wellington’s wind looms as the biggest obstacle between the Black Caps and a Cricket World Cup semifinal.

The West Indies’ success doesn’t solely depend on Christopher Henry Gayle’s antics in the capital (if it did, they’d probably be sunning themselves on a beach back home at this point) but the big Jamaican maverick has the potential to bludgeon the Black Caps out of the World Cup with his tree trunk of a bat.

Gayle’s figures are a study in contradiction.

In this World Cup he has four scores of 36 or lower, and if his social media’s anything to go by, he’s probably looking forward to hitting Courtenay Place or the hotel pool just as much as hitting the Black Caps bowlers.

Since belting 125 in a one-dayer against New Zealand in mid-2012, he has three 50-plus scores in 37 innings.

At that time he had just returned from a prolonged dispute with the West Indies Cricket Board, which rendered him ineligible for international cricket.

He doesn’t move his feet, which should play into Tim Southee and

Trent Boult’s hands, and he always seems one mistimed bash away from a seat in the pavilion.

All of this points to a man whose days should be numbered, but his natural gifts make him completely indispensable.

Earlier this month he decided he’d go and whack 215 against Zimbabwe in Canberra.

It was the first plus-200 score by a non-Indian in ODI history, but it was also his first ODI century out-side the Caribbean since scoring 135 against New Zealand (again) in Napier more than six years ago.

Which Chris Gayle turns up tomorrow is anyone’s guess.

With ...Adam Poulopoulos

CYCLING This year’s Forrest GrapeRide is fast

approaching, with the first event being held this weekend. The three-stage ride of the 101 kilo-

metre course is being held tomorrow, while the time trial and full version are being held next weekend. For more information, visit the For-

rest GrapeRide website.

By Adam Poulopoulos After about a decade running classes

out of Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000, Brazilian jiu-jitsu master Mar-celo Lopes has his own gym.

Lopes started to run classes out of the new facility, at 16 Stuart Street, about two weeks ago.

His classes have grown in the last six months, since he began his Bully Proof programme training children between the ages of five and 15.

He says the new studio will house the growing club, which now includes about 25 adults and about 45 children.

“Every week we have another two students arriving. For some the parents say ‘my kid never behaves and I need to discipline them’ and I say ‘bring them here.’

“The kids really change here. You’ve just got to make sure they don’t apply it in school – only in self-defence.”

In the last fortnight the building has been repainted and toilets have been

installed, and work is continuing both inside and outside.

Soon, boxing pads and weights will also be brought in.

“We’re very excited. You see the kids’ faces change when they arrive to train in a gym like this,” Marcelo says.

He says he is open to the idea of us-ing the gym to teach other disciplines like karate and judo.

“I just want to find good teachers who follow the same rules I do.”

At this stage, Marcelo has the building for a year, but hopes to stay for longer.

At the moment, kids train in two groups on Monday and Wednesday evenings, while adults train on Mon-day, Wednesday and Friday evenings.

A kids and adults competition featuring jiu-jitsu exponents from around the country is taking place on Saturday, April 4 at Stadium 2000.

Jiu-jitsu master finds gym

Right: Marcelo Lopes at the new facility.

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Offers over$375,000

Options and Opportunity here…

• 1012m2 section, 140m2 home plus separate

50m2 studio• Classical style with 3

bedrooms two living areas, 1 bathroom• Refurbished interior,

currently tenanted (at $400 PW)• Multiple use, live in, work

from, invest, land bank or redevelop?

123 MAXWELL ROAD, BLENHEIM

Open Home: Sun March 22, 12pm - 12.30pmgreendoor.co.nz/MB282

Open Home

Hidden Haven

• Lovingly maintained & presented villa circa 1910

• Retained character with modern requirements

• Deceptively spacious interiorwithgreat‘flow’• 1152m2 oasis of specimen

trees, fruit, lawns & garden• Garage/wksp. Car/boat

port and large utility area• Too many features to list

this is essential viewing!

62 INKERMAN STREET, RENWICK

Offers over$375,000

Open Home: Sun March 22, 2pm - 2.30pmgreendoor.co.nz/MB280

Open Home

Town Setting, Country Ambience!

• Private 1413 rear section• Spacious 3 bedroom home• Open plan living opening to large covered patio• Updated kitchen, bath room & laundry• Great garaging, sheds & parking• Room for cricket or Rugby andagrannyflat!

Open home: Sunday March 22, 11am-11.30amgreendoor.co.nz/MB277

54 ALMA ST, RENWICK

Open Home

Deadline sale2nd April

OS – One size fits all!

• Spacious updated 3 bedroom home• Double PLUS (3 bay) garaging, double carport• Off street parking (Caravan? Boat?)• Open plan living with

wood burner• Greatindoor/outdoorflow

to private garden• Seeifit‘fit’syou!Come

and try it on for size!

41 INKERMAN ST, RENWICK

$314,000

Open Home: Sunday March 22, 1pm -1.45pmgreendoor.co.nz/MB283

New Listing

Deadline sale25th March

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