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The next time you spot a bright red Holden coming your way, make sure you are driving the correct speed because it could be a police highway patrol car.

Marlborough Police wel-comed its latest addition to its highway patrol fleet on May 4, which is one of three new coloured patrols in the Tasman region.

The Holden SV6 is fitted ex-actly the same as the standard

police vehicles, and is one of 28 highly visible coloured patrols that are out in force providing a strong visual reminder of the police pres-ence on New Zealand roads.

Senior constable Brian Smith, the man behind the wheel, said this latest change was one of many he had seen since joining the NZ Police in 1973.

Senior Constable Brian Smith of the Marlborough Highway Patrol

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"The first patrol I drove was a V8 Holden HQ and in those days we had Hill-man Hunters and Ford Cortinas.

"In 1992 we changed again from black and white to the current patrols, and now we have yellow, orange and red patrols coming in," he said.

Asked what the reaction has been since the new patrol arrived, he said it had been 'mixed'.

"It's good to mix up the colours as it keeps drivers on their toes.

"Many have come up to me and said how much they like it. Mostly the feedback has been good, a few have commented on it being unfair and that all patrols should be white, but these people were generally on the receiving end of a ticket," he said.

Drivers not recognising the new patrol car are being caught out more, contributing to an increased number of driving offences recorded since May, constable Smith said.

"People are so used to watch-ing out for the white pa-trols that they aren't really taking a lot of notice of this one, and that's when I start seeing the true colours of drivers," he said.

He recorded a 58 per cent overall increase in speeding drivers, 150 per cent increase in people exceeding the four kilometre threshold and a 58 per cent increase in speeds captured 11km-25km over the limit.

What was more worrying, he said, was that since receiving the new patrol car there had been a 375 per cent increase in what he described as the 'fatal five' areas of driving offences.

"In the 55 days prior to receiving the new patrol

we had 11 of these offences, now 55 days after it has increased to 63.

"This is a real concern to us."I have definitely noticed that because

drivers aren't seeing us in white patrols, they are not showing caution on the roads," he said.

Constable Smith pat rols a l l of Marlborough, particularly State Highway One between Picton and Kaikoura.

Highway patrol has new red vehicle

By Adam PoulopoulosAbout 60 people waited out-

side the Warehouse Blenhe-im’s doors yesterday morning to see the new store layout, and some cheap prices.

The Red Shed has com-pleted a three-month refit, and celebrated with a sale, which lasts until Sunday.

Store manager Graham Lowe said nationally, be-tween 30 and 50 people usu-ally waited outside the doors after a refit.

“It’s a good start for us. It’s nice to see us doubling the average.”

The refit, which cost about

$1.2million, has seen the entertainment and footwear sections swap places, low-high racks installed at the back of the store and all stock re-priced.

“It offers customers a better shopping solution,” Mr Lowe said.

“It’s more open, brighter and now we’re looking to offer better customer service, which will keep customers coming back.”

The deals Mr Lowe de-scribed as “quite drastic” stretch across the store, but only apply to limited stock.

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Tickets are selling fast for the Picton Little Theatre’s stand-up comedy night tomorrow.

The bar opens from 7pm, and the acts start at 7:30pm.

The comedians are headlined by Molly Sokhom, while Vinyl Burns will be the MC.

Skier lifted out A 14-year-old Blenheim girl

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She was airlifted just after 10am and has since been treated and discharged.

taggerS caught in actAt 7:30pm last night four young

males were disturbed by a Dillons Point property owner as they were about to tag his fence.

They fled on foot over the Eliza-beth Street footbridge. A Police dog was used to track the youths but failed to locate them.

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By Adam Poulopoulos Awatere residents and local officials have

commented on the Seddon community’s resilience, as the township prepares to remember the anniversary of the magnitude 6.6 earthquake on August 16, 2013.

The Event 365 ‘Moving on Celebrations’ are being held tomorrow from 11am-3pm at the Seddon Domain.

A series of agencies involved in the Awa-tere recovery, including the Marlborough District Council, Police and the Earthquake Commission, will have displays.

Seddon School students were singing the national anthem when the quake hit at 2:31pm, and the grounds were used as a response centre.

Principal Tania Pringle said pupils had retained a sense of togetherness in the year since, and accepted “the new normal.”

“The focus was always on keeping Sed-don School a secure place to be, and that’s reflected on how the students have moved forward.

“They didn’t miss a day of school after the quake.”

The school is hosting a disco tonight, with proceeds going to the recently-gutted Paraparaumu School on the Kapiti Coast.

“They felt grateful for what people have done for them, so they wanted to give back,” Ms Pringle said.

The school still needs repairing, like other buildings in the area.

Marlborough emergency services officer Gary Spence said people were still dealing with insurance and repair issues.

“It’s one year on. It doesn’t really go away, but generally they’ve bounced back OK.

“I think the local community organisa-tions have done a fantastic job. They’ve looked after themselves, and taken respon-sibility for looking after the community.”

He mentioned the example of Seddon Su-pervalue, which was used as a community hub directly after the shake.

Mr Spence said he had noticed more of an emphasis on emergency plans following the quake.

Marlborough area commander Simon Feltham said police were in a similar position themselves, knowing better how to respond to such an event.

He said Event 365 would provide police with an insight into the continuing issues.

“Good policing happens when there’s good communication between police and the community.”

One year on the Awatere remembers

Man stable following crash

photos from last year’s august ear thquake in Seddon

an elderly man is in a stable condition in christchurch hospital after suffering a medical incident at the wheel on Wednesday. the man was driving a campervan south on State highway 1 when he suffered the event, near the Blenheim skate park, at 12:15pm. the vehicle veered off the road and came to a stop just short of the railway line.


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health/safety expo The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce is

hosting their ‘Safe and Healthy Communities” health and safety expo.

The event is on today at the Marlborough Convention Centre.

Geoff Wilson, the keynote speaker, will be talking about the safety scene in New Zealand, and how that links to safe communities.

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By Adam PoulopoulosThe Picton Community Early Learning

Centre has seen numbers climb after they began offering free care for children under the age of two.

The centre took action in April after seeing parents struggle with finances.

For a child to be eligible, they must attend the centre for between 12 and 30 hours each week.

Centre manager Jodi O’Donnell said the move had been a success.

“The teachers noticed children being taken away because of the money.

“It allows mums who don’t have jobs, but who are looking, to find something without their income being deducted by childcare.”

She said the response had been encouraging. “It’s been great. The parents are really happy. “They can choose the hours they want, and

there’s a lot of flexibility in it.”The centre is funded by the Ministry of

Education, and Ms O’Donnell said they had also reacted positively to the change.

The centre currently has a roll of 61, with about 20 of those aged under two.

Picton centre thriving

the children under two and the early learning centre staff, from left, amee hall, Janice Colville, paige aitchison, 1, mara mason, 1, Jade hall, 1, Jodi o’Donnell, Blake Beattie, 1, lynda Brooking, mignonne Reihana-hepi, 1, and trish Rawlings.

Cabello Hair and Beauty owner Jenny McClelland says the commu-nity’s support has been outstanding, as the salon celebrates a milestone.

Ms McClelland has reached her one-year anniversary at the salon, on High Street in Renwick.

She said she was delighted with the community’s support.

“The amount of support from all around has been overwhelming.

“It’s a family-friendly salon and

we cater to all ages.“I have no thoughts of going

anywhere else.”McClelland, who grew up in

Renwick, has made some small changes to the tired-looking inte-rior, and to add her own personal touch.

“It was pretty run-down when I bought it,” she said.

“We’ve done just enough so that people notice.”

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By Adam PoulopoulosMr Whippy Marlborough, aka Len Shaw, is enjoy-

ing the sweet taste of success after installing a new machine into his truck.

Mr Shaw said he brought in a fruit-based slushy machine to replace the truck’s fizzy drinks about a month ago.

“I wanted to try and offer something different, and its a healthier option than fizzy drinks.”

Mr Shaw said the machine’s busiest day to date was at the Marlborough Silver Secateurs Pruning Competition last Sunday.

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COUNCIL NEWS

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

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

The street flags are flying and the tui should be visiting and feeding at this time of year. Don’t forget to report any sightings in and around Blenheim, Renwick and the Wairau

Plain area.It is also time to plan your spring

native planting – funding of up to $1000 may be available for areas of

1000 square metres or more. To report sightings or apply for

funding go to the MDC web site Report Tui Sightings or Tui to Town - FundingFor further information contact Nicky Eade ph 520 7400 or email: [email protected]

We’re getting good feedback from the five communities where Council is testing the level of interest in recycling to help assess where and when services might be extended in future.Rapaura School is now hosting the recycling container for that community following the trials with Tua Marina, Rarangi, Spring Creek and Grovetown. These communities have made good use of this free opportunity to easily dispose of their bottles, cans and plastics, with

no contaminated material being dumped.The final four weeks of the experiment will begin in September when the container will be at Renwick School.Earlier this year, Council surveyed the 1500 households in these five

Notices

Dog Owners The deadline to register your dog has passed.Animal Control will follow up on unregistered dogs around Marlborough. If you are late to register, it is still cheaper to do it now and pay the late penalty fee than face a fine for having an unregistered dog.If your dog is not registered, call into the Animal Control Office urgently to arrange registration. The penalty fee is 50% of the current cost of your dog registration.Category 1 (neutered & microchipped) registration $57.00 + $28.50Category 2 registration $86.00 + $43.00Owners found with an unregistered dog will be issued with an Infringement Notice for $300.00. Failure to register and pay the penalty will raise costs to $487.50, or $531 for non-working dogs.Your dog may also be impounded which will incur extra costs.Dogs are impounded until fees and penalties are paid. Pound costs could include sustenance, microchipping and a service fee. Please be a responsible dog owner and get your dog/s registered. Even with the late penalty, it is far less costly than facing the fine regime.

2014/15 Summer Sports Application to use Marlborough District Council sportsgroundsApplications are invited from sporting codes wishing to use Council-provided sportsgrounds for the coming summer season.Application forms can be collected from the Marlborough District Council Office, Seymour Street, Blenheim or downloaded from Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nz. Applications should be addressed to Council’s Reserves and Amenities Officer, Robert Hutchinson to be received no later than 5 September 2014.The official opening date for summer sports will be Monday 13 October 2014 and closing date Sunday 1 March 2015.Any enquiries should be directed to Robert Hutchinson, Ph: 03 520 7400.

An Awfully Big Adventure

Wellington writer Jane Tolerton is speaking at the Library in Blenheim about New Zealand soldiers’ experience of the First World War - with illustrations and audio from the World War One Oral History Archive, with veterans who were interviewed during the late 1980s. The talk is based on Jane’s book ‘An Awfully Big Adventure: New Zealand World War One veterans tell their stories’. Jane is also the author of the NZ Book Award-winning biography ‘Ettie: A Life of Ettie Rout’ and oral history ‘Convent Girls’. She is currently researching a book on New Zealand women who went to the war - as doctors, nurses, volunteers, writers etc. If you have information, particularly first-person material such as letters, diaries and memoirs, Jane would be keen to hear from you: 04 384 2714, 027 257 7835 or [email protected] or meet her at the library on Friday.

Testing the support for recycling

Rates rebate for superannuitants & lower income home ownersIf you are a low-income earner or a superannuitant, now is the time to come in and claim a rebate on your rates.You could be entitled to rates assistance, which comes in the form of a payment from Internal Affairs, of up to $605.The level of rebate depends on the amount of your rates bill, your income and the number of dependents who live at the property.Remember that a new application needs to be lodged each year. We have

designated staff on hand at the Council to help but, with a steady stream of people coming in, there may be small queues.You can help us speed up the process by bringing in your application form with as much of the detail filled out as you are able to do on your own. However, our staff are there to help if you are unsure, or if there are parts of the form you cannot fill out alone.Along with the application form, applicants should bring in their 2014-

2015 rates invoice, information about income before tax for the year ended 31 March, 2014, including any interest earned or WINZ benefits. Where there is a partner, details of their income need to be included.More information is available on the Council website www.marlborough.govt.nz in the section under Services, Rates, Rebates.A rates rebate application form is also available from www.ratesrebates.govt.nz

It’s pruning season in the garden and, for the amateur gardener, there’s always something to be learned from what’s happening in the public gardens at Pollard Park.Most people will have pruned their roses and it’s now time for the hydrangeas to be cut back.

The Council’s gardening team members are always happy to share their expertise.Where: Hydrangea garden next to the white summer house by stream - Pollard Park.When: Tuesday 19 August 9.00 am-10.00 am and 10.30 am-11.30 am.

Please note the telephone number for Wendy at Eldercare was incorrect in last week’s Positive Ageing item. To contact Wendy please phone 03 579 4446.Keeping active is key to keeping healthy for older people and walking is a simple and cheap form of exercise. Walk with a friend or as part of an organised walking group, depending

on your level of fitness. A walking circuit is getting underway on the second and fourth Thursday afternoon of the month, setting out from St Christopher’s Hall in Redwoodtown, from 28 August. It will be linked to the falls prevention programme. For more information contact Wendy, Ph: 03 579 4446 and leave a message or email

[email protected] group for active walkers who like to walk for a couple of hours gathers at the Nativity Church car park at 9.45 am on Mondays. The group takes walking routes as far afield as Pelorus, Ward, Wairau Valley and the Sounds, usually pooling transport to the starting point for the walk. Take lunch. Contact Colin Geertson, Ph: 03 572 9423.

The Taylor River walkway is an area that is best avoided when the river is rising in heavy rainfall.There are many places where the public can easily get access to the Taylor floodway and it is not practical to close off every entrance.However, when floods threaten, Council will increase the number of warning signs and chain barriers, not just cones, at the main cycle and walking access points.Schools have been asked to

communicate with parents and pupils about flood dangers.Marlborough Roads will ensure their road closure notices (which may include river access points) are sent to schools.When bad weather hits town or the area where the Taylor River rises, the public can look on the “Floodwatch” page accessed via the Council website homepage www.marlborough.govt.nz. Council urges parents to use this website to check river levels. River

Hydrangea pruning time

Positive ageing – Walk for pleasure and fitness

Take a cautious approach when the Taylor River is rising

Tui to Town – Habitat Restoration on the Wairau Plain

communities as part of the research on future options for rubbish and recycling services. Almost half of all households responded and the results of that survey are on the Council website: www.marlborough.govt.nz/Services/Recycling-Resource-Recovery/Surveys-ProjectsCouncil has taken note of all the feedback contributed through this survey, including the written comments, as work continues to find the best way to bring more recycling opportunities to the smaller outlying communities.

levels throughout the district are graphically displayed and indicate where river berms are being flooded.MDC Floodwatch: hydro.marlborough.govt.nz/floodwatch

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GREAT SERVICEI just want to say big thumbs up to the

ladies at springlands Pharmacy. I went in to buy a scarf for an elderly friend and Cherie went the extra mile and gift wrapped it and put lovely bow on it. Was such a nice treat to have such great service and so friendly too.

PERFECT POSTIEA gold medal to postal worker who

went the xtra mile this week. Letter from England with our name and town no street address, someone looked and found out address and we got the letter, thanks. It was from a 90 year old uncle.

BUILD THE BYPASS58 Large trucks down Main St in 1

hour! Much better for all if there was an alternative route.

BLENHEIM ISWhere one can eat food,(breakfast

onwards), smoke, drink coffee etc (not alcohol we hope), do makeup, or hair in the mirror, listen on head phones, talk on a hand set or even a radio telephone, reach to the glove box while driving, they say at least on a cell phone they are look-ing forwards - yeah right. I agree with Marys’ letter to the ed, but that’s NZ.

RE WINSTANLEY’S DOGS

In reply to the Winstanley dog owners! Not only are they making themselves look silly and stupid with all their appearances in the local papers, why should they get cheap dog rego’s, it’s so very wrong to have that many dogs, you can’t tell me all those dogs are looked after well!!! Their house must be very dirty and unhygienic! Totally agree with the person saying we might like to have lots more kids but costs are too high! Come on people, obviously not much up top Winstanleys.

As residents of Purkiss st we find these 16 dogs are very loud and annoying. I think if you want that many dogs you should be in the country without close neighbours. Council should change its laws re distance to other resident’s property.

Frustrated neighbour.

I am also a responsible dog owner in Springlands. Why should these people have a discount just because they have more than their fair share of dogs. If I had 16 cars we wouldn’t get a discount!!! Also because of continual barking, which disturbs neighbours these owners need to invest in some stop-bark collars... Be responsible dog owners. J

I too left Purkiss st because of those yapping dogs. They the Winstanleys told me they were breeding them, you only need 2 dogs for breeding. and them being on sickness benefits, don’t own them if you can’t afford them. My tax payer $ are paying for 16 handbag dogs. Where is the councils head? One rule for them and different rules for others.

RAFFLE WINNERSA big thanks to all who bought raffle

tickets for Paula’s stem cell treatment. Winners have been drawn by local police. Congrats Lloyd, Ana and Wayne for winning

GAZA CONFLICTThat silly girl on news Sunday 10th

wanting America and Britain to get involved with Israel and Gaza get real, they always fighting ova land and reli-gion, keep us outa it and the other idiots fighting round the world

Jan L

MESSED UP WORLDOf course killing non combatants is

obscene but worse is having soldiers firing rockets from outside schools and hospitals, the streets and rooftops of peoples homes - hiding behind the skirts of women. This is what brings return fire as these ‘soldiers’ on motorcycles and light trucks move through areas that are ‘safe’ for their own people brings death to them in the process.

TO NO FLOWERS PLEASEI totally agree with your comment. Perhaps a

ground cover of some sort. We don’t all have 4x4 type vehicles.

ROAD WORKERSDoes anyone from council go out and

actually inspect the work that is done on our roads? A lot of money is paid to the likes of HBS and Fulton Hogan and most of the time what they leave us with is worse than what was there to start with. Go to nelson it’s like driving on glass.

MISSING CAT BACK HOMELucious who was missing from budge

st is now back home. Thanks to the Sun for the great ad & lovely lad around the corner who reunited us! The Stewart family

TO NO FLOWERS PLEASEI totally agree with your comment.

Perhaps a ground cover of some sort. We don’t all have 4x4 type vehicles.

MERCYWe see the worlds oldest Christian faith being

persecuted & culled in northern Iraq. Watch a man walking off the mountain top rescue helicopter so his wife and child survive. Surely Blenheim could open their hearts & give 4-5 families a new life in our paradise. Some speak better English than many. Let the Sun lead a humanitarian initiative, helping preserve man’s history. A small gift of life.

RE LOLLYPOP TXT Top redwood st thurs 7th I agree he

put a smile on my face at 8.20am the morning, gr8 to see.

RE- MOULDY SUPERMARKET FOOD

I find this hard to believe especially the meat, if it’s green (and smelly) did you not c the colour when you picked it up? Same as sponge cake. As 4 grapes I know these re checked b4 they get to the shelves. You asked that supermarket take care of produce and not special it Meat, Spongecake not produce. Spec Savers have great special on glasses at present. Produce Manager

IN REPLY TO “HAVE SOME SELF RESPECT”

wearing pj’s to the supermarket or where ever is not trashing at all I have self respect!!! Some times you are sick and have to pop in to the supermarket you don’t want to dress up for 5mins and who am I disrespecting?? Least I have something on, don’t like it don’t look!!! You sound very judgemental. Everyone as themselves.

What you trying to say? Person may be unwell. Still have 2 shop. Sounds like you sort person would wear clothes 2 bed. Just in case. Live & let live eh!

TARGET ACQUIREDWas told how to sort out a problem

with pests (rats) get a rat trap, peace of steak, dissolve sleeping pills in water, inject steak. The pest goes to sleep, more importantly doesn’t wake up. Reminder not cat friendly, but that’s not your problem as its your property and rats are the target.

TO THE GOVERNMENTStop telling our parents what 2 do with

us kids. we are being raised fine, and honestly, who cares if we’re 5kg over our weight limit 4 our age, or if we’re drinking and eating powerade and lollies at half time of our sports games. Let the parents run their kids lives cause I’m sure the government wouldn’t like people telling them how 2 bring up their kids.Get real and focus on something that’s actually important around there!!!

PUT DOG ON LEADWalking your dog off lead at Taylor

River? Have some consideration for mums pushing buggies please. It’s enough of a challenge to push a buggy and walk 1 or 2 dogs at the same time without having other peoples dogs charg-ing at you. Before I had kids I always put my dogs on leads when walking past mums with babies or small kids.

From Stressed mum

RATE UPRecently got a quote to install under

floor insulation and pay off through my rates. Was all set to go but had to cancel due to MDC increasing my rates $242. Thanks guys will continue to enjoy the same services despite us all giving you more money.

SLOW DOWNCome on guys and girls, Alfred street

is a residential street, not a motorway, please have a bit of respect for those of us that live on it. Leave your speeding for the appropriate place PLEASE

G Hammond

IGNORANT DOG OWNERS KCGood luck getting paid workers to pick

up dog poo so you and yours don’t walk in it. Like they take dogs to park. Dog owners should pick up after their own dogs, dreamer

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Q What is your favourite food?

Q What makes you smile?

A Another smile smiling back at me, especially if it’s from a little one.

Q What’s your pet hate?

A Over-regulation. You can’t do anything unless given permission first, even on your own land these days.

Q Your favoured holiday destination?

A I’d like to go to Germany, so many neat old buildings and landscapes to photo-graph.

Q What’s your favourite music?

A Jazz, britpop, lot of good stuff made in the 50’s.

Q What is the one thing Sun readers would be sur-prised to know about you?

A Not only am I a photogra-pher, but I’m also a com-puter technician.

Q What’s next on your wish list?

A A new lens, the Nikon 85mm f1.8.

Q A saying you like to live by?

AWork for a cause, not for applause. Live life to express, not to impress. Don’t strive to make your presence noticed, just make your absence felt.

A I think it must be potato. I know it sounds a bit bor-ing but you can just do so much with them.

A Sue Bryce, Australian Por-trait Photographer of the Year.

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Get Josh to Juilliard!

A variety concert is being held at the Floor Pride Civic Theatre tomorrow, raising funds for dancer Josh Guillemot-Rodgerson (pictured.)

Proceeds from the concert, ‘Josh 2 Juilliard,’ are going towards Josh’s tuition fees for his second year at The Juilliard School, a prestigious performing arts conservatory in New York City.

Two shows, beginning at 3pm and 7pm, will be held.

Josh will perform several solo pieces at the event, and he will be joined by a number of singers, in-cluding Marlborough Boys’ College choral master Con O’Brien.

Alice Schofield and Olivia Burns, who performed the national anthem for the Royal visit earlier this year, will also be singing.

Host Jeannie Mark said patrons would get their money’s worth.

“They’ll get to see Josh dance for a start, and he’s quite breathtaking.

“The variety on show will make it an interesting concert for all ages.

“There are quite a lot of locals dancing in it, which is nice.”


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- weekend event guide - Get ready for the weekend with our list of what’s on!Friday 15 August 2014

Lions Grand Book Fair 2 Alfred Street, Cnr Alfred St and Grove Rd. Today until Sunday 17 9.00am - 4:00pm.

Marlborough Youth Trust present International Toasted Marshmallow Day.Bring your friends & enjoy melted choco-late & marshmallows around a warm open fire. Bring some pet food to donate to SPCA and be into to win some great prizes. Liz Davidson Place 5-8pm. Ph Paul 021 375 965.

Grovetown School are having a Quiz Night fundraiser, Jim Fraser Centre, Lansdowne Park. 7pm. $20 per person with 4 - 6 per team. A Delicious Supper will provided. Raffle and Cash Bar on the night. For more info call 578 6250

TEMPO “Countries of the World” 7pm Wesley Centre: $3pp or $7 per family - Featuring guest artists: Ange Cook- Country Music Singer Marina Quintens- visiting French Flautist and many other talented young musicians and singers from around the Marlborough region.

Sit and Be Fit with SueExercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street. Plenty of parking. $2.00 per session. Ph Sue: 578 0469.

Sit and Be Fit with JeanetteFree exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street. At 10am Ph 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: Ph 578 8888.

Tai ChiToday and Mondays. 10am, 11.30am and 1pm. Liz 027 748 6666.

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

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

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

Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery Open 10.30am till 4.30pm daily, 204 High St. Ph 577 6784 www.marlboroughartsociety.com.

Saturday 16 August 2014

Event 365 12 months ‘Moving on Celebra-tions’ from the earthquakes SEDDON DOMAIN CARPARK 11.00AM – 3.00 PM. Family Fun. Interaction and displays from a collection of Support Agencies involved in the Awatere area over the past 12mths. Entertainment Activities Giveaways Prizes Food.

TSNZ Inter-Island Target Shooting Com-petition Today and Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm Clubs of Marlborough. The competition is the pin-nacle of Smallbore Rifle Target Shooting and includes the selection of New Zealand teams which shoot targets for a competition against English Home Counties teams.

Josh 2 JuilliardCome and support Josh as he continues to train at The Juilliard School New York. A concert of exceptional performances from Joshua Guillemot-Rodgerson and a variety of Marlborough Talent. 3pm and 7pm. Tickets available only from Floor Pride Civic Theatre counter sales.

PIcton Little Theatre Stand Up Comedy Night - 7.30pm. 7 Comedi-ans in 1 Night! This is our BIGGEST show of the year! Then Australia v NZ LIVE at Mikey’s Bar for the after-show party at 10pm.

Cruisy Church At St.Andrews 5 o,clock. For children between 3 and 11 yrs. old, Sharing games, craft, worship and food. Everyone welcome.

Cover Up One Eye Tour 8:00pm Dharma Bums Club. Singer songwriter Donna Dean is back in Blenheim. Be some of the first to hear new material and a whole bunch of songs from her extensive back catalogue.

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot SaleEvery Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph Andy 578 2272 or 021842928.

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild first Saturday of the month at 1.30pm - 4.30pm St John Rooms, Seymour St Ph Roz 578 2471.

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday. Mon & Thurs 1 - 4pm. Building rela-tionships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 578 1835.

Pregnancy Yoga9.15am-10.15am. For information call Huia: 021 0724 107.

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 Park Guided tours available, Sunday Thomas Tank Engine rides. Ph Doris 579 4357.

Picton Men’s Shed every Saturday 10am to 1pm and Wednesday 9am-4pm. Plants and garden furniture sold Saturday and Wednesday 10am to 1pm.

Kapahaka for Youth Blenheim School 6pm - 8pm. All welcome.

Sun 17 August 2014

Tasman Makos vs Hawke’s Bay ITM Cup 2:30pm. Lansdowne Park. The Mighty Tasman Makos start their ITM Cup season against Hawkes Bay. This game pits the two finalists from last years ITM Cup Championship.

Woodbourne Half MarathonThe Woodbourne Golf Club will be open for registration and late entries from 7:30am till 09.45am. Intergenerational Games are being held at the Marlborough Boys College Hall from 1 till 4. Entry is free, a lunch provided plus live entertainment. You can register at Grey Power, Blenheim and Picton District Librarys also on line www.myvoice-marlborough.co.nz.

Bikefit CX Marlborough Series 10:30am - 3:00pm Highfield Estate.

Riverside Railway Train departs Brayshaw Park Station at 1.45 & 3.00 pm for Beaver Station and return. Fares ; Adults $10 Children $5 and remember its CASH only.

Ulysses RideRide to Clarence Bridge for a picnic lunch. Prize for the best equipped picnic table, all items must be carried on the bike. Meet at the railway stn at 10.15am ride departs at 10.30am.

Kapahaka every Sunday at Tuamarina Hall 12pm - 3pm All welcome.

Renwick Anglican Community Church54 High St Renwick. Morning worship 9.30am Rev Steve Allcutt ph 572 8850.

Marlborough Farmers’ Market” 9.00am - noon A&P Showgrounds. Showcas-ing the best of what Marlborough has to offer.

If you have an event contact Liz at The Sun on 5777 868

St Luke’s Anglican ChurchFerry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am. Ph Rev Derek 578 5050.

Pony Club at GroundsNew Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.

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 ClubCome and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free admission.

Associated Modellers SocietyMinature steam engine rides at Brayshaw Prk, 1st and 3rd Sunday each month, 1pm till 4pm $2.

Woodbourne Half Marathon

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Marlborough Civic Theatre8x7

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Amazing shows all year round

JOSH 2 JUILLIARDSaturday 16th August 2014

@ 3.00pm & 7.00pmAdult $22.00 Child (up to year 13) $17.00

OKLAHOMASunday 24th August @ 8.00pm

Premium $101.90A Reserve $87.00

B Reserve $81.90 Child (U16) $67.00

MARLBOROUGH’S TOP TALENT

Saturday 30th August 2014 @ 7.30pmAdult $25.00 Conc (65+) $20.00

Child (U16) $20.00

TAKE ME HOME - MUSIC & LIFE OF JOHN DENVER

Friday 5th September 2014 @ 8pmAdult $71.90 Conc(65+) $66.90

Student/Child $66.90

HEATH FRANKLIN’S CHOPPER

Friday 14th November @ 7.30pmAdult $42.90 Conc (65+) $38.90

Group (8+) $36.90 Student (with ID) $38.90

NZSO - IN THE HALL OF THE MOUNTAIN KING

Saturday 22 November 2014 @ 7.30pmAdult $52.00 Conc(65+) $47.00

Child (U19) $17.00Pre Show talk 6.45pm

RUSSIAN NATIONAL DANCE SHOW – KOSTROMA

Sunday 23rd November @ 7.30pmAdult $92.00 Conc (65+) $77.00

Child (u16) $67.00 Group (6+) $77.00

THE GREAT GATSBY CHRISTMAS REVUE

Friday 28th November @ 8.00pmAdult $65.00 Group (6+) $59.90pp

THE MOTOR CAMPWed 17 September – Sat 27 September

@ 7.30pmSun 21 September @ 4.00pm NO show Mon 22 September

Adult $29.50 Conc (65+) $26.50Student (u19) $22.50 Group (10+) $26.50pp

THE IRISH ROVERS – FAREWELL TO ROVIN’ TOUR

Friday 10th October 2014 @ 7.30pmAdmit One: 77.00

PRE CHRISTMAS PEEKSunday 7th December from 10am

Admit One $55.00

Purchase from The Floor Pride Civic Theatre or Take Note, PictonPHONE (03) 520 8560, [email protected]

Prices include booking feeSome Fees May Apply

FLOORPRIDE CIVIC THEATRE

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MARLBOROUGH BOYS’ COLLEGE

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Celebrating iconic Marlborough businesses that have stood ......

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HR EngineeringDallas Reeves

90 Nelson St, Blenheim

How many years have you beenin business?9 years.What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?Finding creative solutions and problem solving for our customers.What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?The launching of our first 10 metre boat.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?It’s home!How has your business changed over time?We started doing irrigation installation and evolved into general and marine engineering.What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?Custom service is the key to a successful business.

9YEARS

Ph 579 5570

Mr Green Brian and Dawn Milne

20YEARS

• Blenheim • Renwick • Pictonwww.mrgreen.co.nz

Ph: 579 9333mr green

How many years have you been in business?The Mr Green brand has been represented in Marlborough for 20 years this September. We have 7 lawnmowing Mr Greens, and 2 cleaning Mr Greens in Blenheim, and 2 lawnmowing Mr Greens in Picton.What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?Whether it be the untidiest house or the most unkept house, to see the reaction of a really happy client after hours of hard work is simply the best.What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?Being involved in the community street clean-ups and providing a team of professionals to help people who simply need a helping hand.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?Most of our work is carried out on sections that are flat, which makes things just so much easier. Also we have a large elderly client base who are really good to deal with.How has your business changed over time?In the last two years, we’ve expanded into domestic and commercial cleaning. We are now able to offer our clients the whole package of “anything to do with the home”. No job is too big, or too small, whether its inside or outside. What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?Do a good job for a fair price everytime. No exceptions.

WaterForceGreg Hole

54 Batty’s, Blenheim

How many years have you been in business?10 years on 1st August! It’s a real credit to our staff and clientele we support.What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?The friendships made along the way, and being such a trusted and integral part of our clients operation.What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?Reaching our 10 year milestone and celebrating with our valued staff who without them we wouldn’t be here. Also shifting from our 40ft container office into a massive purpose built building!

What is it about this region that has kept you here?A country style town, great weather, lots to do outdoors, and family closeby! A great place to bring up our kids.How has your business changed over time?A shift from just doing quality irrigation systems to now being seen as industry leaders and pioneers in the irrigation market.What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?Hang in there! Building a business for your future as well as for the families of those who work for you makes it all worthwhile.

10YEARS

54 Battys Road, Springlandsp 03 579 2031m 027 492 4220w www.waterforce.co.nze [email protected]

The Pot ShedMelisa and Andrew Bassett

198 Rapaura Road, BlenheimHow many years have you been in business?We purchased The Pot shed in March 2004 so we recently celebrated 10 years in business. What is it about your line of work that is most satisfying?We really enjoy helping our customers beautify their home, office or commercial space. Garden Pots and Art can transform a garden or landscape.What has been your most memorable highlight over these years?I think we are fortunate to run our business from home so we can enjoy spending time with our three children and teaching them key skills in being in business.

What is it about this region that has kept you here?Marlborough has a wonderful climate, friendly honest people and a safe environment for our children to thrive in. How has your business changed over time?People are building bigger homes so we are seeing a growing demand for larger pots and feature urns. Simplicity being the key. What words of advice would you give to other businesses in this economic climate?Your customers are your business!! Get to know them on a personal level and make them feel important. Do what you do and do it REALLY well.

198 Rapaura Roadp 03 572 9362f 03 572 9362e [email protected] thepotshed.co.nz

10YEARS


Showcasing the best of the ‘50’s, ‘60’s, ‘70’s and ‘80’sOmaka Classic Cars

Open daily from 10am – 4pm. $10 entry, kids go free!*

Aerodrome Road, Omaka. Phone 577 9419. (*up to two kids free (under 13) with every paying adult)

Over 50 cars on display at any one time, from a collection of 120 plus motorbikes and other memorabilia.

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Noeline’s blogShanhai to London Rally

Thursday 5th June 2014 6am start. Yes, early for me, but the hotel made us

all a lunch box which was very nice. There were no problems getting out of town and we crossed the bor-der where East meets West just outside Yekaterinburg as we were going over the Ural Mountains. There were lots of photos taken at the border as it is a monument with a painted line on the ground separating Asia and Europe. There were a number of ribbons around the trees for good luck.

Our first stop was for petrol and as always we girls rushed into the petrol station armed with pen and paper with the number of the petrol pump, what sort of petrol and how much. Showed the people behind the counter. They process the transaction, we then call out to the boys to start pumping. We have to keep in line or it will go to custard. It’s all go.

Back on the road and of course there were quite a few police. It was the boys in the BMW that got the stick pointed at them - so the usual routine - they looked around the car, lots of talking to each other, waving of hands and papers but no one could understand each other. Sometimes you would get a smile but not often, then back on the road after the police took their photos. Not sure if they were for police files or for their personal files.

Our morning tea stop was at a bear cafe. Coffee was getting better but we still had to have sugar to help the taste. On the way to Perm we stopped off at Kungur where the amazing caves and grottos are. The temperatures varied from minus 5 to plus 5, so out came the long pants, jackets, hats and gloves.

We walked for what seemed like miles. Some places the ceiling was low and Neil spent a lot of time trying not to knock himself out. One thing was disappointing at the end: there was a Xmas tree with lights on which seemed a bit false. I guess some tourists enjoy that.

After the tour we had lunch in the car park then back to the main road. Going back through the town of Kungur passing run down houses, churches and the prisons complete with barbed wire and guard houses. Just outside of the town there were large cemeteries, and along the highway a number of crosses with flowers where someone had an accident and died. We did see quite a few. So in the towns and roadside stalls they had large amount of plastic flowers for sale.

Arriving in Perm in the rain, we parked up outside the hotel. By this time the rain had stopped and the staff where outside helping us to park.

And guess what, they had a washing machine for guest to use, so we went up to our room to sort out our clothes. The laundry room was on our floor so it was easy access, but we found out half way through that the dryer was broken. So off to reception, who said they couldn’t help. Thought about it for awhile, had some dinner and went back. By this time they had a change of staff and she said they couldn’t fix the dryer in time but that she would arrange for our washing to be dried and returned to our room before 6am in morn-

ing. Thank goddess for the change of

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Nu-Look ClothingAlterations and Repairs

Quality tailoring at competitive prices

Ph/txt Christine 021 703 020 / 579 5267

Same day service Blenheim

*Within 6km radius of Blenheim CBD

ADMINISTRATORRECEPTION

You will be first port of call at reception so an excellent phone manner with an ability to think on your feet is a must. Ideally you will be experienced

in the health sector as well as experienced as an administrator with competent computer skills.

In this busy role you will be responsible for a wide variety of administration tasks and will be required

to learn/manage a number of our accounting programmes and reporting systems.

Please reply in confidence to [email protected] for an application form.

Applications close 24 August 2014

Monday – Friday (Possibility of Job Share)

Machinery Operator Permanent Full Time

JTC Viticulture and Vintage Harvesters are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Machinery Operator to join our Marlborough based vineyard management and contracting operation.This position requires a high degree of competency with regard to machinery operating. Previous experience of day-to-day viticultural activities would be desirable including harvester operating experience. A Growsafe Certificate would be desirable, but not essential but a clean drivers licence is.A willingness to undertake extended hours when necessary will be required, including longer hours over the vintage period. You will be part of a progressive and dynamic work place and as such you should be able to work well within a team environment. Please email your details to [email protected] or phone Jason on 03 578 5300 and leave a message.

www.vintageharvesters.co.nzwww.jtcviticulture.co.nz

Marlborough is rich in abundance and opportunity. It is world renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc and has a number of other unique food and beverage products. Marlborough has always been home to innovative thinkers who have been up to the challenge to thrive here, right back to New Zealand’s first settlers at the Wairau Bar. You can become a key part of the team helping to deliver our Smart and Connected vision. You get our incredible environment, lifestyle and climate for free.

We are seeking a highly organised person with great communication and project management skills, who is also able to work across business and community sectors to build relationships.

The economic development officer (12 months fixed term) will play an important role in the implementation of the Council’s Smart and Connected programme this year as Council reviews its regional development delivery over the next 12 months. Key projects include oversight and establishment of leadership groups across all our major industries, managing the development of community facilitation projects, transforming the pilot Smart Business Marlborough into a proactive service to support development through Council processes, and promoting the Smart and Connected services and Marlborough Story within Council, and to partners and the community.

Applications for this unique opportunity close at 5.00 pm on 27 August 2014.For information on how to apply please visit our website http://www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies.aspx. For further information you are welcome to contact [email protected].

Economic Development Officer 12 month fixed term • Minimum 30 hours per week

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You will need to:

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We are also looking for Packers.

All applicants must have the right to work in NZ.

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Available shift times are 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am.

Suitable applicants should be experienced in electronic stock management systems, physically fit and able to work with minimal supervision. Forklift experience preferred but full training is available. Overtime rates paid after 40 hours.

All applicants must have the right to work in NZ.

Application forms can be downloaded from www.talleys.co.nz or picked up from our Blenheim office Mon – Fri, between 8am and 4.30pm. Talleys Group Limited, PO Box 304, Blenheim.


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

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

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We have vacancies for qualified or partly qualified Quality Controllers. You must have good communication, document recording and numeracy skills.

Experience with staff supervision, and mussel and vegetable food processing is desirable.

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Written applications with CV and references should be addressed to: Paul Frost, PO Box 304, Blenheim, or email your application to [email protected]

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Vineyard Hand/Machine Operator

Montford Corporation are looking for 2 enthusiastic & self-motivated Vineyard

hand/Machine Operator to join our own Marlborough based vineyard &

contracting operation.

These positions require a high degree of competency with regard to

machinery operation.

A Growsafe Certificate & Wheels Endorsement would be an advantage

but not essential but a full driver’s license is required.

Both positions are for full time permanent work

with an immediate start.

Please email your details to [email protected] or

Phone Ra 021 570 501

FULL BOARD offered in Seddon shared room/internet cooked meal at night, breakfast and lunch supplied $190 per week. Ph 575 7940.

MACROCARPA Din-ning Table very solid good condition rectan-gular $300 Ph 570 2243.

RETRO style beer fridge runs well $50.00 Ph 570 2243.

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MECHANICALLY minded person required, as drillers assistant may suit school leaver. Phone 03 578 8270 after hours.

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Across: 1 Waste, 4 Hit below the belt, 14 Pupil, 15 Train, 16 Deliberate, 17 Story, 19 Can, 20 Backlog, 21 Strategic, 22 Detach, 25 Temporary, 27 Regard, 28 Sacred, 33 Rebellious, 35 Lip, 36 Sewing, 37 Snap, 39 Let, 41 Disavow, 42 Salami, 43 From now

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New Entrant Teacher

We seek an enthusiastic and capable junior school teacher to start a new class of new

entrants in term 4. Strengths in literacy and numeracy, a positive and active team player,

and a confidence to contribute in other areas of the school are necessary attributes.

Applications containing CV and references close 4pm, 21 August

to the Principal, Upper Weld St, Blenheim; email [email protected]

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DRAWN TILL STRUCK

19th August 2014 the $5,000.00 prize will be drawn on that night by having the usual three draws

between the hours of 6pm and 7pm.

If not struck after the third draw the $5,000.00 prize pool will be

split into five $1,000.00 prizes with the draws then continuing at a

more frequent pace until all five prizes of $1,000.00 have been

won and claimed.

PICTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY A.G.MSaturday 23 August at 2pm in the Museum

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Ancient civilisations used a chew stick (pictured) which was a thin twig with a frayed end. These chew sticks were rubbed against the teeth.

The first bristle toothbrush is believed to have been crafted in 1498 by the ancient Chinese, using hog bristles and a bone or bamboo handle...not the best form of oral hygiene, but perhaps better than not brushing at all.

Early forms of the toothbrush have been in existence since 3000 BC

REEVES, Patricia Mary (Pat): Passed away, peacefully, on August 12 2014 at Redwood Lifestyle Care and Village. Aged 67 years. Loving wife of Russell (Shorty), mother and mother-in-law of Bernadette and Brian, Philippa and Kevin, Helen and Jimmy. Loving grandmother of Mandy and Bryce, Rachael and Calvin, Thomas, Russell, Ben, Paige and Oliver. Great grandmother of Rhys and Angus. Messages may be sent to 1 Bristol Lane, Blenheim 7201. A service to celebrate the life of Pat will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Maxwell Road, at 10am Friday August 15, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

CHIN: A Son 7lb 6oz August 6, 2014

COLLINS: Kaedyn Andrew Peter (6lb 7oz) August 1, 2014

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BARRATT, Estella Mary: August 1, 2014

BEAUREPAIRE, Rosa (nee Balderstone): August 9, 2014

DAVISON, Peter: August 8, 2014

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HIGGINS, Hera Te-Ua Josephine (Sarah): Passed away, peacefully after a long struggle, on Thursday August 14 2014 at Blenheim. Beloved wife of Graham, and the late Noel Jones. Cherished mother of Jennifer and Holroyd, Jacqueline, Craig, Tim and Kylie, Corey and Carol, Lee and Nazan, Jolene, and the late Alan. Loving Nan of all her mokos. Lov-ing daughter of the late George and Neta Waaka, loving sister of the late Marion, Bessie and Brent, Georgina and Chuck, Walter and Anna, John and Sue, and loving aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to all of those who have been there for Sarah. Messages to 28 Hutcheson Street, Blenheim 7201. Sarah will be at home until her service, which will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Maxwell Road at 10am Saturday August 16, followed by interment at Seddon Cemetery.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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It’s time to get your black jerseys, scarves and beanies out, because the All Blacks are back.

The ABs resume their interna-tional season against the Wal-labies in Sydney tomorrow night.

The men in black are looking to set a new record with their 18th consecutive test win, and 7th in succession against the Wallabies. The Wallabies haven’t won the Bledisloe since 2002.

The last time the Aussies beat us was right before the 2011 World Cup, when they won 25-20. Number eight Radike Samo, now 38 and playing in Japan, scored a ridiculous runaway try.

A lot has changed since then. We

won the World Cup, Steve Hansen took the coaching job and the rest is history. Our strength-in-depth is seemingly stronger than ever, despite so many players leaving.

However, maybe this time will be a bit closer.

The Waratahs were comfortably the best team during the Super Rugby regular season. They won the final too, despite being pushed all the way.

Eight of their players have made the squad for the test on their home ground. Six of them are backs, who did much of the dam-age for that Waratahs attack.

On the other hand, how much can be made of that home advan-

tage? Everywhere they play the All Blacks seem to attract support. The All Blacks haven’t lost in Sydney since 2008, and last year beat the Wallabies 47-29, with Ben Smith getting a hat-trick.

Rugby writer Stephen Jones has had his say, as usual, noting the emptying of our rugby trophy cabinet. The Super Rugby, Com-monwealth Games and Women’s World Cup trophies have all found new homes in the last month.

Hopefully the wins record and that loss of silverware can prime the ABs for what promises to be a close battle.

With ...Adam Poulopoulos

Volleyball Young volleyballers in the area

are being encouraged to attend an academy starting next week.

The academy begins on Thurs-day, August 21, and runs for six weeks.

The muster is being held on Monday at Stadium 2000.

The $30 subs and permission slip registration must be bought to the muster.

Pick up a form from your school office or Nicky Bain at Marlborough Volleyball.

TuSSock Run Seddon School is hosting their

annual Tussock Run on Sunday, August 24.

Entries are still open for the event.For more information visit the

Tussock Run website.

SquaShThe Marlborough Girls’ College

squash team finished sixth at the NZ School Squash Championships in Nelson over the weekend.

Marlborough Boys’ College fielded two teams, who finished 17th and 24th respectively.

Tauranga Boys’ College and Epsom Girls Grammar School won the titles.

Running Entries for the Marina2Marina

run in Picton are open. The event takes place on Satur-

day, October 18. For more information visit the

Marina2Marina website.

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The event, being held at the Clubs of Marlborough complex, will see open, women’s, junior and veteran’s teams from each island shooting against each other.

The 25-metre indoor prone event will start tomorrow and finish on Sunday.

Seven Marlburians are involved in the event, including event organiser Val Wadsworth (pictured) in the open event.

He said the South Island was the underdog on paper, but it came down to how each team shot on the day.

“It’s very much a mental sport. You can’t go up there and give them a big pep talk – they’ve all got their own routines.”

The event is the biggest of its kind in New Zealand, and Mr Wadsworth said it was good to welcome it back to Blenheim

for the first time since 1990. “We had it in our normal range then

and it was too tight. A lot of the time it comes down to the cost of hiring the hall.

“It’s a challenge to host it, but having done the Andrew and Faulkner Shield meet pretty comfortably three weeks ago, I’m confident it will go well.”

Wadsworth said he would like to see the event return to Blenheim in the next decade.

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By Adam PoulopoulosThe Tasman Makos start

their first Championship campaign in the ITM Cup in Blenheim on Sunday against the team they beat in last year’s finale.

The game kicks off at Lansdowne Park at 2:35pm.

It is their first competitive game since Hawke’s Bay first-five Ihaia West missed a sideline conversion after the siren in the ITM Cham-pionship final last year.

The Makos squad is

bolstered by former All Black halfback Jimmy Cowan, who is the team’s marquee off-season signing (pictured).

Brothers Quentin and Jesse MacDonald are set to share the hooker duties for the season, with both returning from out of town for the start of the season.

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