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By Celeste LodewykIn December 2012 the government announced

it would increase petrol excise duty by three cents each year for the following three years.

Next Tuesday will see the second of these rises come into effect.

The tax rise will be placed on the petrol companies who could be passing it on to consumers who, in turn, are predicted to pass it onto motorists.

Challenge Queen Street Service Station owner Phil Sweet said he didn’t think fuel companies would swallow the rise, and said if there were to be one, it would be one of around six he had seen this year.

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Challenge Queen Street Service Station owner Phil Sweet. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk

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By Celeste LodewykBlenheim country singer/song-

writer Matthew McNeilly, who is currently living in Australia, was given the "best surprise" of his life when he and fiance Amelia Richards were given a guitar by country music star Keith Urban at a Sydney concert on Sunday.

Matthew excitedly phoned the Sun Newspaper on Wednesday to share the news, saying it was an incredible experience.

"Keith came out to the audience and stood on a small stage to perform. He signed the guitar he was playing, pulled Amelia up on stage and gave

it to her."She was in tears, I was just about

losing it up on stage," he laughed."We are the biggest Keith Urban

fans and just to make it more exciting, we gave him a copy of our EP which he took away with him.

Asked what he plans to do with the guitar, Matthew said they plan to keep the signature intact but still play it.

"It would be a crime against hu-manity if it was locked away and not played," he said.

Matthew and Amelia released their EP in January which can be found on their website www.neillyrich.com

Blenheim country singer Matthew McNeilly and fiance Amelia Richards onstage at a Keith Urban concert with the guitar they were given by the star. Photo provided.Above left, Country music star Keith Urban.

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Linkwater on Wednesday morning. The incident happened around

8am by the approach to a single-lane bridge.

The driver of the van was assessed by paramedics at the scene, but was not transported to hospital.

The tractor driver was uninjured.

The Interisland ferry Arahura will make her 50,000th crossing of Cook Strait tomorrow morning.

The ship’s engine room logbook today showed the ship would achieve her 50,000th ‘berth day’ on the 3am Picton to Wellington sailing on Thursday June 26.

Since 1983 Arahura has ferried passengers, trucks and trains between the North and South Islands, clocking up 2,500,000 nautical miles or about 4,600,000 kilometres, and making the equivalent of over 35,000 trips around New Zealand.

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“During this time the ship and her crew have adapted to a changing mar-ketplace to provide great memories to many millions of people.

“All past and present crew that have sailed on Arahura can be person-ally very proud of the service they’ve provided and their contribution to both New Zealand’s supply chain and tourism network.”

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Interislander ferry Arahura made her 50,000 crossing of the Cook Strait yesterday. Photo by Lindsay Keats.

By Adam PoulopoulosA Marlborough Girls' College Eng-

lish teacher is ecstatic after her book was recognised with a New Zealand Post Book Award.

Karen Healey's novel 'When we Wake' won the Children's Choice Award for young adult fiction at the awards ceremony in Auckland on Monday night.

Karen describes the book, which took her about nine months to write, as 'dystopian fiction.'

Set in Australia more than a century into the future, the book explores is-sues of government abuse and the effects of climate change.

The heroine, Tegan Oglietti, is born into the world after her body becomes the first to be revived cryogenically by the Australian military.

Karen said she was delighted to win the award in a hotly-contested category.

She said she was inspired by a variety of sources.

“I wanted to write a Sleeping Beauty story, and something that dealt with climate change.

"It asks the same sorts of questions as books like The Hunger Games and Divergent, buit it's not exactly like them.

Sixteen-year-old Tegan is another of the book's talking points.

"We get bland female heroines, and I wanted an explicitly good-looking one who knew she was good-looking, and to explore the advantages and

disadvantages of that," Karen said. 'When we Wake' was first released

last year, and the sequel 'While we Run' came out in April.

Karen moved to Blenheim at the start of the year to take up her first full-time teaching job, and said she was unsure if or when she would write a third book in the series.

She will be speaking at the Marlborough Book Festival next month.

The awards night also featured recognition for children’s author Joy Cowley.

Joy, who spent many years of her life living in the Marlborough Sounds, won the junior fiction category for her book ‘Dunger.’

Local teacher wins prize

Karen Healey with a copy of her winning book.

The heroic act of rescu-ing a schoolgirl from the flooded Taylor River will be recognised by a civic award bestowed by the people of Marlborough.

The award, to Marlborough Boys’ College head boy Angus Pauley and Blenheim multisport champion Jer-emy McKenzie, will be

presented by Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman at a ceremony at the Council chambers at 4pm on Mon-day, 30 June.

Mr Sowman said the award was to recognise outstanding public service and an act of great personal bravery on the part of the two men.

Continued from page 1“I haven’t had any information

about a rise yet, but I would expect it would filter down to us,” he said.

“When there are rises I try to hold out as long as I can before increasing prices, and as it is now

I am about two cents cheaper.Challenge Queen Street Service

Station’s price of 91 is currently sitting at 219.9 cents per litre.

According to Phil when price rises are announced some people rush to the pumps to fill up, but many motorists aren’t focusing

on price.“The average amount people

are spending on petrol per visit is around $30 so a three per cent rise wouldn’t really bother them.

“It’s good customer service that people return for rather than cheaper fuel prices, so that’s

what we are focusing on more,” he said.

This latest increase adds to last week’s increase after crude oil prices went up due to the conflict in Iraq.

Petrol price rise expected to “filter down”

Rescuers to receive award

ROAD CLOSURESQueen Street, Between Maxwell

Road and George Street, will be closed to traffic for some of next week.

It will be closed from 7:30am on Monday, June 30, to 6pm on Thurs-day, July 3, as Marlborough Roads repair damaged pavers.

Meanwhile, some roads remained closed as at 4pm yesterday due to rain in the area.

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NEW CALENDARA Marlborough District Council events

calendar is now up and running. Follow-ME has information about what’s on

and what’s coming up in Marlborough.The Destination Marlborough website hosts

the calendar, and it is updated by council’s event coordinator Susie Witehira.

To find the calendar visit http://lovemar-lborough.co.nz/events/ or the Follow-ME Marlborough Events Facebook page.

ROMEO BRAGATO CONFERENCENew Zealand’s largest wine conference

is heading back to Marlborough for a third successive year.

The Romeo Bragato conference will be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre from August 27 to 29.

The conference brings together grapegrow-ers, winemakers and trade representatives and the Romeo Bragato Wine Awards are held in conjunction with the conference.

By Adam PoulopoulosThe Spring Creek commu-

nity will be looking to make a little money for themselves after the local Four Square had their new Lotto agency brought in.

The agency was installed two weeks ago, but will be officially opened with a sau-sage sizzle and giveaways on July 4, coinciding with Four Square’s 90th birthday cel-ebrations across the country.

Spring Creek Four Square co-owner Tommy Glubb said it was exciting times for the store.

“The community has been asking to get Lotto in for some time, and what better time to get it in than for Four Square’s 90th birthday?

“We’ll try and make it a public event, and make it

a celebration for the com-munity who have helped us stay afloat for so long.”

The Four Square is a big part of the community and Tommy said it was about the relationships his team had built.

“Eighty per cent of our business comes from the local community, and the staff see most faces come in every day.

“They know each other’s names, and the customers know we have good products and fresh produce.”

Mr Glubb and partner Ca-sey Hilton-Pryor bought the store six months ago.

Ms Hilton-Pryor broke her jaw after a recent fall, but is trying her best to be well enough to make the celebration.

Double celebration for Four Square

Owner Tommy Glubb with the store's new Lotto agency.

By Adam Poulopoulos Iconic Marlborough costume

hire business Dress Ups is on the market after 18 years styling the region’s partygoers.

Owner Barb Williams has put the store, on Middle Renwick Road, into the ether, looking for interest.

She said she still enjoyed the business, but it was time for a break.

“I’m ready and willing to sell and pass it on to the next owner.

“I hope they love and enjoy it as much as I do.”

Barb started the business from scratch in 1996 after spending four months travelling around the country looking at costume hire stores.

With the help of a designer and dressmaker, she designed her first 50 costumes, which included medieval garb like the monk, princess and jester.

Now, the store’s wardrobe con-

tains thousands of outfits, and Barb said the Queen of Hearts was her favourite.

She said the variety of costumes was part of the store’s charm.

“There’s a lot available on the internet, but they tend to be smaller sizes, and I pride myself in catering to all shapes and sizes.

“My clientele knows they’ll walk out of here looking great.”

Now Barb hopes somebody else can carry the service on.

During her down time, Barb plans to finish her book, which is under the working title ‘When we Take our Clothes off.’

It will recount her experiences in the store, and Barb expects to finish writing it by Christmas.

“It’s going to be hilarious,” she said.

“I won’t name names, but there’s no doubt Blenheim clients could recognise themselves in a chapter or two.”

Dress Ups up for sale

Barb Williams is selling her business Dress Ups.

By Celeste LodewykGeoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors

is proud to introduce two new members to the team, funeral directors Jess Loach and Terry Ryan.

The Sun talks to Jess this week about her new role, and will feature Terry in next week’s Friday Sun publication.

Local girl Jess Loach is forging a new career in her home town as a funeral director for Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors, doing what she loves most - looking after the local community.

While studying midwifery former Marlborough Girls’ College student Jess found herself at a career crossroads.

She was looking for a ‘change of direc-tion’, and when an opportunity arose to join Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors she knew immediately it was

something she would find rewarding.“I did a lot of research into the industry,

looked at what type of personality and skills were required and found that much of it applied to me.

“I could see myself in the role of fu-neral director and was wanting a career working to help people, so I approached Geoffrey T Sowman and began my train-ing,” she said.

Jess joined the team at the beginning of the year and said the support she received from Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Direc-tors had been ‘incredible’ and loved every minute working with the team.

“Some people are surprised when I tell them I am a funeral director but honestly, I couldn’t imagine doing anything else,” she said.

Outside of work Jess spends a lot of time with family, including her favourite niece ‘Ruby’.

Jess relishes new role as funeral director

New team member Jess Loach.


COUNCIL NEWS

Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

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

Positive Ageing - Mobility scooter safetyThe number of mobility scooters has increased over the years as older people and people with physical disabilities discover the freedom and independence they bring.But from time to time complaints arise about the road safety issues surrounding these modes of transport – from both the riders and from other road users.It’s important that riders realise they can pose a risk to pedestrians and that common sense and courtesy is required as they share the pavements with those on foot.Scooter riders travel silently and their sudden appearance behind a pedestrian can be alarming, particularly for another elderly person. It’s also easy for a scooter rider to travel at speeds that create anxiety for other pedestrians.Anyone considering buying a mobility scooter, and those

who already ride them, can get personal, one-to-one training from a scooter expert. From time to time, free seminars are arranged in Blenheim and Picton, offering information and road safety tips to scooter owners.Grey Power, MDC Road Safety and Marlborough Roads staff are planning to create accessibility routes showing safe and efficient options for mobility scooter users travelling from the suburbs into Blenheim’s CBD.• Marlborough Roads welcomes feedback from mobility

scooter users about any pedestrian crossings where the view is being impaired by parked cars. It may be that in some places the yellow ‘no stopping’ lines need to be extended. Marlborough Roads, Ph: 03 520 8330.

Cawthron Marlborough Environment AwardsIt is the 10th anniversary of the Marlborough Environment Awards and there was a signing ceremony at Council this week to welcome a new anchor sponsor, The Cawthron Institute. The Marlborough District Council is a trustee and the other anchor sponsor of the awards, which are held every two years to showcase businesses and community projects that protect and enhance the environment. Cawthron provides research, testing and monitoring services to support primary industries such as aquaculture and farming. “Cawthron is a good fit for these awards, which are all about encouraging and publicising what is going on in our community to look after the environment,”

Dog OwnersIt is time to register your dog.All dogs over the age of 3 months must be registered.Forms for re-registering your dog have been sent to your last known address.Please ensure that all details on your registration form are correct.Online registration services are now available. Dog owners can pay annual dog registration fees, apply to register a new dog, update dog records, advise if a dog has died, or request a replacement tag using Online Dog Services. To access the service, go to Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nzPlease note: The payment option online is credit card only (transaction fees apply). Part payments cannot be accepted. Alternatively, dogs can be registered by internet banking and telebanking or in person at the following places:Animal Control Office, 56 Main Street, Blenheim Ph: 03 520 9033Council’s Blenheim Office, Seymour Square, Blenheim Ph: 03 520 7400Council’s Picton Office, High Street, Picton Ph: 03 520 3200It is important to have your registration form with you when registering your dog.

Temporary closure of Coathanger Car ParkThe Coathanger Car Park, off Wellington Street, Picton, will be closed to members of the public from midnight Monday 30 June 2014 and will re-open 5pm Thursday 3 July 2014 to enable the car park to be remarked. This period has been chosen to complete the work as the carpark has its lowest occupancy rates during the winter season. Alternative parking is available at the High Street Car Park. All reserved parking permit holders will be contacted nearer the time. We apologise for any inconvenience during these essential work.

Temporary Road ClosureQueen StreetMarlborough Roads wishes to advise that Queen Street between Maxwell Road and George Street will be closed from:7.30 am Monday 30 June 2014 to 6.00 pm Thursday 3 July 2014 for the purpose of repairing damaged pavers.During this time pedestrians will still be able to use the footpath to access businesses.Marlborough Roads apologises for any inconvenience this may cause and asks for your patience until the work is complete.For any queries please contact Marlborough Roads on 03 520 8330.

Our town waterwayThe Taylor River runs for 9km through the heart of Blenheim before joining the Opawa River and heading out to sea off the east coast of Marlborough. The river is many things to many people.• To the Council’s Rivers section it is

a floodway that needs a clear run when heavy rain falls.

• To our Reserves team it is a central and accessible expanse of riverside space that locals and visitors use and enjoy.

• To Council’s environmental scientists it’s the home for native fish and invertebrates and part of the district’s freshwater network - with issues that need monitoring and improving.

• And to the community it is a

much-enjoyed place to walk the dog, cycle to school, go for a run, push a pram or ride a mobility scooter, paddle a kayak or explore for a school project.

The Taylor River Project works together to balance all these competing demands while looking after the water in the river and the land beside it.Run-off from rural and urban areas means that, at the centre of town, the river is currently graded as Very Poor for recreational activities. This has led to a concerted effort by the Council to monitor and improve the water quality. Since 2012, Council scientists have been taking water samples from 55 sites along the Taylor and its main tributaries to test for physical, biological and chemical causes. Faecal-source tracking identified animal, wildfowl and human discharges. Council engineers have tracked and fixed the leaks from sewage and stormwater pipes but the other sources of contamination remain an issue. Meanwhile the Marlborough Landscape Group, a volunteer advisory group to Council,

coordinates community plantings for the Taylor River Project. The floodway’s primary role has been taken into account in the beautification, which includes “Tui to Town” plantings to attract native birds and the establishment of an arboretum along the riverside where, eventually, there will be a walking route through specimen trees from around the world.Schools have also adopted sections of the Taylor for planting and beautifying, and the Council’s Waikorero education programme uses the Taylor River to help children understand the importance of clean waterways through the Fish on Drains project, which raises awareness about keeping paint, oil and chemicals out of the waterways.

TrustPower Community Awards 2014For voluntary organisationsTrustPower, in partnership with the Marlborough District Council, wishes to recognise voluntary organisations that dedicate hours of voluntary time and energy every year to making the Marlborough District community a better place to live.The awards are intended to support and recognise the valuable contribution these organisations and groups make to the Marlborough District.Nominations are now open under the following categories:• Heritage & Environment • Health & Wellbeing • Arts & Culture • Sport & Leisure • Educational & Child Youth Development Nomination forms, along with details of eligibility and criteria are available at Council offices, the library and on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nz under Our Community, Grants and Awards section.For further information ask for Lyne Reeves Ph: 520 7400.Closing date for nominations is 15 August 2014.

says awards trustee David Dillon. “This sponsorship will help us promote the work of all the entrants,” he says. Entries for the 2014-2015 Cawthron Marlborough Environment Awards open in September.

Bob Dickinson, chairman of the Cawthron Trust (left) and David Dillon, Marlborough Environment Awards trustee, sign the sponsorship agree-ment.

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GO MARTIN!Martin kenny. Made my day 2 c his

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CASH STRAPPED RENWICKIs renwick ever going to get a proper

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WATER TREATMENT NOT FREESeddon water supply. There are heaps

of towns that don’t have suitable water for human consumption. We only drink about one liter of water a day. It makes sense to either buy it, save it after you have boiled the jug for a cuppa, or fill up your water containers at a designated tap. I am sure this is a better option than having to cough up for a treatment plant that won’t be free for Seddon residents.

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By Celeste LodewykHatarei Peka has seen first

hand what addiction can do to individuals and families, an experience that has led him to a career as a drug and alcohol counsellor.

Hatarei is the newly appointed clinical team leader for the St Marks Addiction Residential Treatment Centre in Blenheim.

His journey began when he himself took part in a pro-gramme at Christchurch’s Odyssey House over 20 years

ago for addiction.“There was a lot of addiction

in my family and I had many family members die because of it.

“In a space of two years I lost three family members, so I became very passionate about working with people struggling with addiction problems,” he said.

In 1994 Hatarei graduated and stayed on to work as a senior resident, progressing through various roles including

associate director.He also completed a diploma

in drug and alcohol counsel-ling.

At Odyssey House he worked for 20 years until a friend tried convincing him to relocate to Auckland for a position with a similar treatment centre.

“He was telling me how much he enjoyed his work and suggested I join him, but my daughter wasn’t happy with me going to the North Island,” he laughed.

Purely by chance Hatarei saw a position advertised at Saint Marks which he said had many similarities to his work at Odyssey House, and made the move to Marlborough.

“I wanted to be doing what I loved and enjoy which includes more contact with clients.

“I really love it here in Marlborough and with St Marks, and after 20 years in this field of work I couldn’t imagine doing anything else,” he said.

St Marks Addiction Residential Treatment Centre newly appointed clinical team leader, Hatarei Peka. Photo by Celeste Lodewyk.

New clinical team leader for addiction treatment centre

Marlborough’s Smokefreerockquest finals are coming up again, with a variety of acts hoping to progress.

The event is being held on Friday, July 4, beginning at 7pm at the Marlborough Conven-tion Centre.

Acts from Marlborough Boys’ College, Marlborough Girls’ College and Queen Charlotte College will be performing.

Smokefreerockquest founder and director Glenn Common said the competition offered the contestants a professional setting for their music.

Tickets for the show are available from the I-Site or at the door.

National finals will be held in Auckland on September 27.

Smokefree rockquest

By Adam Poulopoulos A locally-made film is heading back to Picton for

two special screenings this weekend. 'Whale Chasers' will be shown tonight and tomor-

row night at the Picton Little Theatre, beginning at 7pm for both screenings.

The film, which premiered in Picton in January, charts the migration of the Oceania sub-population of humpback whales from Antarctica to New Caledonia.

It took about 18 months to make, including research and editing time.

It was shown at the 11th Annual San Francisco International Ocean Film Festival in March.

Filmmaker Tess Brosnan said the movie was well-received in the US.

"It was amazing because the Americans loved the Kiwi-ness, and the Marlborough-ness of the film.

"A lot of them were considering coming to visit Marlborough after the film."

The movie's next destination is the Mokpo Inter-national Ocean Film Festival in Korea in August.

Tickets for both Picton screenings are still avail-able, either at the door, Take Note Picton, or, for Blenheim residents, by emailing [email protected].

Whale Chasers returns

Friday June 27, 201410 SunThe WHAT’S ON

IN MARLBOROUGH

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

Friday 27 June 2014

Tempo’s “June Jazz Night” 7pm Wesley Centre: Cost $3 pp or $7 per fam-ily - Featuring guest artists: “The Quartet” with Tony and Coral Thiel, Robin Randall and Peter Ehrlich. Also featuring many other talented young musicians and singers from around the Marlborough region.

Marlborough Girls College - Quiz NightFundraising for MGC Library Friday 27th from 7-10pm. $20 per person includes supper plat-ter and entertainment. Bar available. Teams of 8 or join a ‘pot luck’ table. Tickets available from MGC Office or Anne 027 302 3015

The NutcrackerTonight and Saturday 6:30pm. Sunday 4.00pm. Marlborough Civic Theatre Pricing: $15.00 to $25.00. Ph 520 8560

Seven Stars of Matariki Disco27th June @ Rangatahi Hall on Omaka Marae. 5.30 – 7.30, tickets are free please see Jo if you would like some

Picton Little Theatre 7pm tonight and Saturday. Documentary Film and Presentation “Whale Chasers” Film illustrates the transition of once hunters to conservationists. Tickets at Take Note.

A rehearsed reading of Dylan Thomas’ Under Milk WoodBoathouse Theatre. Tonight and Saturday 7.30pm. Pricing: $12.50

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 28 June 2014

Marlborough Youth Trust“½ WAY DAY” is a treasure hunt around downtown Blenheim. Youth will team up with friends and a swag map and several other resources to collect, check off and complete various tasks. Along the way there will be prizes and positive messages of encourage-ment and support to reinforce to the youth that you are ½ way there and you can make it through the year. 1-4pm at Liz Davidson Place.

Blenheim Social Dance ClubDance to “Jokers Wild”. Ballroom, Sequence, Latin, Rock n’ Roll. 7.30 to 11.30 at the Nurses’ Recreation Hall, Wairau Hospital. Everyone invited. Only $10 plus a plate. For more info phone Colin 5729423

Enjoy A Day of Dru Yoga 10:00am - 4:30pm. Giesen Sports and Events Centre. Pricing $100.00. Ph 543 2121

Blenheim Rotary Car Boot SaleEvery Saturday 8am – 2pm at the Railway Station car park, Grove Rd, Ph John 578 3918.

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild First Saturday of the month at 1.30pm - 4.30pm St John Rooms, Seymour St Ph Roz 5782471

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 5781835

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 29 June 2014

Marlborough District Brass BandPre Contest Concert 2:00pm. Marlborough Civic Theatre. Pricing: $8.00 to $20.00. Ph 5208560

Marlborough Wedding Show 2014Be informed and inspired by New Zealands top wedding professionals all under one roof. $5 entry fee donated to the Child Cancer Society. There will be Giveaways, Goodie bags, Travel prize and much more. 10am - 3pm at the Rangitane Cultural Centre, Grovetown.

Marlborough Thermette SocietyGet into hot water at the Wairau River on Sunday June 29 for the first of a series of three meetings at 2.30 just above the confluence of the Wairau and Spring Creek. Adults, children and dogs welcome. Bring a chair, food to share, a tea or coffee pot – and if you have one, a thermette. Ph 5786667

Picton in Years Gone ByAn afternoon of photos will be presented at the Picton Little Theatre showing Picton in Years Gone By. 1.30pm $5 entry includes afternoon tea. Proceeds to Picton Men’s Shed.

Ulysses Ride Decide destination on day. Meet at Railway Stn (south end) at 12.49pm departs at 1pm.

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’ Market9.00am - noon A&P Showgrounds. Showcas-ing the best of what Marlborough has to offer.

St Luke’s Anglican ChurchFerry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 9.30am. Ph Rev Derek 5785050

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.

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

Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club Book sale today 9am - 4pm. Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil col-lection, 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.

UP AND COMING EVENTSMonday 30 JuneBlenheim Residents & Ratepayers Associa-tion - At Dodsons Restaurant 7-9pm the last Monday of every month. All residents from Blenheim are welcome to attend. Ph 577 5088.

Marlborough District Brass Band

Pre Contest Concert 2:00pm. Marlborough

Civic Theatre. Pricing: $8.00 to $20.00. Ph

5208560

Marlborough Youth Trust“½ WAY DAY” is a treasure hunt around downtown Blenheim. Youth will team up with friends and a swag map and several other resources to collect, check off and complete various tasks. Along the way there will be prizes and positive messages of encourage-ment and support to reinforce to the youth that you are ½ way there and you can make it through the year. 1-4pm at Liz Davidson Place.

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THE KINGS OF SWINGWednesday 16th July @ 7.30pmAdmit One: A Reserve $91.90Admit One: B Reserve $81.90

THE SEARCHERSSunday 27th July @ 7.30pm

Admit One $69.90

OKLAHOMASunday 24th August @ 8.00pm

Premium $101.90A Reserve $87.00

B Reserve $81.90 Child (U16) $67.00

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICALTues 5th – Sat 9th August @ 7.30pm

Sat 9th August @ 2.00pmAdult 32.00 Conc (65+) $29.00

Child (u19) $22.00

TAKE ME HOME - MUSIC & LIFE OF JOHN DENVER

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

Student/Child $66.90

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 IRISH ROVERS – FAREWELL TO ROVIN’ TOUR

Friday 10th October 2014 @ 7.30pmAdmit One: 77.00

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Royal New Zealand Air Force officer cadet George Fairhurst with Seddon School pupils during a field exercise at the school recently.The cadets painted part of the school conducted team-building exercises with students and pro-

vided an insight into the air force's significant role in peacekeeping operations. It was the cadets’ last major activity before they graduated as commissioned Air Force officers yesterday

A local guinea pig has turned caregiver for one particularly lucky and rotund mouse. Patch the guinea pig has been feeding Scratch the mouse for the last three months, and owner Maureen Phillips finally has the photographic evidence to prove it. Ms Phillips, who has been breed-

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The Marlborough District Council has pledged its support for a strat-egy document outling the future eradication of Chilean Needle Grass in Marlborough.

The recently-formed Chilean Needle Grass Action Group, which is dealing with the issue in Marlborough, met their Canterbury counterparts last month to discuss the issue.

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About 180 properties in Marlborough are affected by Chilean Needle Grass, which can reduce growth of other veg-etation and cause blindness in lambs.

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Tickets available from Clubs of Marlborough Reception

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Mid-Winter Christmas Luncheon

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WW2 Veterans Portrait PhotographsWW2 Veterans who have not yet had a portrait photograph taken of them

by the NZ Professional Photographers Institute on Anzac Day are advised that a photographer will again be

present at the luncheon and concert to carry out this task as well.

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Clearview Cleaning are currently looking for:

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McGREGOR: Margaret Maud (nee Black) Died Monday June 23rd 2014. Loved wife of the late Jackson. Loved daughter of the late Hazel and Archie Black. Loved sister of Laurie (deceased) Tony, Bill (deceased) Diane (deceased) Bev Milne and Bruce (deceased) Elizabeth, Ned and Pauline, Archie and Richard. "Aunty Beautiful Margaret" to all her nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews.

SMITH, John Allison: On June 24 2014 at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Joyce (deceased), cherished and loved father and father-in-law of Jane and Peter, and Jimmy (deceased). Loved and respected grandfather of Tania and Clark, Craig and Bec and Anthea. Very special Great Grandad of Samantha and Anika, Caleb and Xanthe. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Gordon (deceased) and Edna, Keith and Margaret, Jinny and John (both deceased), Noel and Diane, Paula and Brian, Irene and Gerald (deceased), and Eunice and Harold (both deceased). Also a loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews. Messages to 92 Beacon Road, RD 3, Blenheim 7273. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for John will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets at 2.00pm Friday June 27, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

KAA KIMURA: Kingston Te Ahurei (5lb 5oz) June 14, 2014

SCHMIDT- BEULLENS: Delphine Rose Arya (7lb 7oz) June 6, 2013

STRACK: Mila Rose (6lb 3oz) June 11, 2014

BOESE, Barrie Ramon: June 20, 2014

BOULTON, Danny Michael: June 23, 2014

ELSTON, Benjamin Keith: June 13, 2014

HALFORD, George Leslie: June 18, 2014

HEATON, Robin Lewell: une 23, 2014

HEMI, Bill: June 23, 2014

HOPE, Valerie Jane: June 21, 2014

KYLE, Oria Patricia: June 20, 2014

MacDONALD, John Mark (George): June 19, 2014

McGREGOR, Margaret: June 23, 2014

PARKES, Eunice Helena: June 19, 2014

RAWDON, Allan Edward: June 22, 2014

SMITH, George David: June 18, 2014

SMITH, John Allison: June 24, 2014

TUPUANA’I, Iosefa Leo: Passed away, suddenly at his home, on Thursday June 19 2014. Aged 51 years. Loved partner of Velonika, loved husband of the late Jenny, loved father of Luisa and Sina and stepfather of Joe and Elaine. Messages may be sent to 30 Blind Creek Road, Tuamarina 7273. A service for Iosefa will be held at the Assembly of God Church, Nelson Street, at 11am Monday June 30, followed by interment at Tuamarina Cemetery.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

TUPUANA’I, Iosefa Leo: E AO ONA O’U FA’APOIPOI LILIA FA’ALOFISA TUPU, MALAE O LE VAVAU, AUA UA LAGIA NEI NINIVA MA PUNIA-LAVAA, AFIO AI SAMOÁ, MA LE FALEFIA O ALII, LE MAOPÚ, MA LE GATAIALA, MA TAMA A LE NOFOA, MA NÓFO I TUAIGA SALEUPOLU.E faanoanoa lava e faasilasila atu, ua usu ia nei le nofo I le fetalaiga, Iliaia IOSEFA LEO TUAUANA’I. I lona aiga I Tuamarina Blenheim Marlborough. O lona family service o le a faia I le ASO 29 o Iuni, ma ona toe Sauniga o le a faia I le aso 30 o Iuni I le 11am I le taeao o le aso Gafua.Saina lenei faasilasilaga, fetalaiga ia, Ili’ia Solofa, Alii Faalogo Suiaogo Leo Tupuana’i, Seve Totiui Leo Tupuana’i, Tafaese Fuivaa Sefo, le tina faanoanoa Veronika Leo Tupuana’i, nofoaalo ma le aiga.

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SPORTS TALK

It has been quite a week for Uruguay striker Luis Suarez.

One of the best footballers in the world, Suarez’s pre-tournament injury threatened to keep him out of the World Cup.

He recovered to score two goals to help his team beat England in a must-win game.

Then, as his team beat Italy in another must-win game to qualify for the second round, he was re-ported for biting the shoulder of Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini.

The referee took no action on the field despite Chiellini showing him teeth marks, and it remains unclear if there will be retrospective action against a man suspended twice before for biting.

Through all of this, we have seen every facet of Suarez’s personal-ity, and it’s reaching the point where he will be remembered more for his ill-discipline than his footballing genius, no matter what he achieves from here.

There are some incredibly skilled sportspeople that cannot shake their personal issues out of the public consciousness.

The late, great George Best, an incredible footballer himself, is remembered more for his alco-holism, abusive behaviour and hedonistic lifestyle. His quote “ I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered,” has gone down in folklore.

Former cricket captains Hansie Cronje and Mohammad Azharud-din were banned for life for match-fixing, and Chris Cairns may be heading down the same path as Suarez due to the allega-tions against him.

There are some success stories too. Ivory Coast footballer Didier Drogba, the best player his coun-try has produced, will have five health clinics built back home with the money he has earned.

It remains to be seen how far down the rabbit hole Suarez goes, but it would be a shame for him to squander his talent with his repeated stupidity.

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FOOTBALLThe Marlborough Mariners

football team's game against AMI Suburbs ended early last weekend when referee Dave Baker called the game off early.

The decision came after 74 minutes as a result of continued dissent by AMI Suburbs players and management.

The Mariners were leading 3-2 at the time.

The Mariners have been award-ed the three points.

They head to Nelson to play Wakefield First XI tomorrow.

CAPTAIN INJURED Marlborough Boys’ College

First XV captain Zac Harrison-Jones will miss the rest of the season with a broken leg.

Zac, a centre, sustained the injury during the game against Lincoln High School last week-end.

Zac had a metal rod inserted into his leg after the incident.

MBC won the game 31-5 and play Christchurch Boys in Christchurch in their next fixture tomorrow.

KAIKOURA WARRIOR You can still enter the Kaikoura

Warrior obstacle course event on Sunday.

Both teams and individuals can enter the event.

For more information, visit the Sport Tasman website.

By Adam PoulopoulosEight netball teams from

Marlborough and Nelson will compete for bragging rights at the Tasman Trophy this weekend. The tournament begins to-

morrow at 4pm, and continues on Sunday from 9:30am at Marlborough Lines Stadium 2000. The tournament is made up

of eight teams, the top four women’s teams from either side of the Whangamoas.

Marlborough's representa-tives are SMOG Bayleys,

Marlborough Girls' College Scaffold Marlborough, Harlequins Radich Law and Tokomaru Crafar Crouch.

As the highest-placed Marlborough team SMOG heads into the competi-tion with high hopes.

Co-captain Cara Wiapo (pictured) said she was excited about the tour-nament, but unsure of the challenges the Nelson teams would pose.

"It provides a bit more competition. In small towns you have the top four or five teams and then there's usually a level change.

"We haven't played against the Nelson teams for a while, so we have confidence in our team, but we're not

really sure what we're up against."During the tournament each team

will play three games, including the final.

Wiapo said the short turnarounds would be hard on the body.

"By the end of it it'll be quite tough. "It's going to be a different level

of netball than we're used to - quite close and pretty physical, seeing as we're playing Nelson.

"It'll be good to see whose competi-tion is stronger."

The annual tournament began five years ago, but has not been held since 2012 due to the Nelson floods last year.

Athletic Park has been finalised as the venue for the 2014 Marlborough Marathon.

The park will act as the start and finish line for all courses, and the hub for all the other activities on the day.

This year’s event will feature several courses, including a full marathon distance, which will see runners head twice around the half marathon course.

Courses of 15km, 10km, 5km and other kids’ distances will also be available.

Sunday, November 22 was announced as the date for the event last week.

Online entries will be available in the coming days. For further updates, visit the Marlborough Marathon Facebook page.

Marlborough Marathon venue announced

Athletic Park, the finalised venue for the 2014 Marlborough Marathon. Photo Google Maps.

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