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Story and photo by Jacob Page Yealands Wine Group (YWG) is set to see new levels of expansion with company founder and executive director, Peter Yealands keen to find more land in Marlborough, expand into more international markets and find an investment partner who wants to be the driving force of the businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; future. Continued page 2 Peter Yealands beside the concrete slab that when completed this week will add in excess of 2 million litres of storage space on the outskirts of the winery.

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Yealands casts net for future options Continued from page 1. YWG was named New Zealand Wine Producer of the Year at the International Wine and Spirit Competition this year. Yealands vision began in 2008 on nearly 1000 hectares of vines is now producing over 1 million cases a year and exporting to more than 80 countries. “In the last four years we have grown over 40 per cent compounding. Yealands said the rate of growth had got to the point that he could not sustain it by himself. “To help accommodate last year’s vintage, we decided to expand the winery so its capability went from 15,000 tonne to 25,000 tonne. “Last year we put down an additional concrete slab as part of our growth and we

Yealands founder and owner Peter Yealands surveys proceedings at his winery.

added another 2 million litres of storage into our operation and right now we are repeating that which will give us in excess of 2 million litres again.” “I’m hoping for the 2016 vintage, I can do the remaining floor area which is another

50 per cent and put a roof over the whole (storage area). “While we have enormous demand and potential we are limited by the number of grapes we can produce so we are going out with a view of increasing our production in

any way possible.” Yealands said to become No 1 was part of at least a five year plan. “We are about to take on multi-national (companies) and that’s not a one man band stand.” Yealands said if the way was executed well he could see his current staffing number double in Marlborough from 150 to at least 300 “We’re either looking at buying land or even looking at buying vineyards provided they can produce high quality wines.” Yealands says the land would be found in Marlborough and will continue to put emphasis on sustainable practices and innovation that has seen the company win numerous awards. “Marlborough is the brand. “At the moment we are the

sixth largest (wine exporter in New Zealand). “Marlborough has a great opportunity going forward. We will have a true appellation equal to the best in the world and I want to be part of it,” Yealands says. “We will expand (internationally) but we want to develop in the markets we are in at the moment. I’d liken it to the fact I’m casting a net and while I have an idea on what I’d like to catch, at this point I am unsure. What I am looking for is a partner with a like-mind and a partner who has full pockets and is prepared to empty them. Yealands said as he approached 70-years-old he was keen to have his first real holiday since 1991.

One man’s toy story Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Wooden toys have always been a favourite with children, something Blenheim man Bob Laughton enjoys himself. Bob has been handcrafting and selling many different toys from his Maxwell Road home for around 10 years. He has made everything from tractors, trucks, rocking horses, dolls furniture, children’s furniture and even a model farm shed. He insists the time spent tinkering in the garage is purely a hobby, and enjoys seeing the delight on children’s faces when they see his creations. “Even the adults enjoy having a look through it all. I just enjoy creating them and it’s not about

making money, it’s about the enjoyment that the children will get from the toys,” he says. There is even a selection of bedding handmade for the wooden cots Bob makes. Asked what would be the most unusual item on the shelf, Bob says it would be a working bulldozer which features a pulleysystem to work the front blade. The most popular? “The train sets have been a hit in the past, and parents seem to like the toddler wooden trolleys,” he says. To view Bob’s wooden toys, look out for the sign on Maxwell Road, opposite A&P Park. RIGHT: Bob Laughton in his toy workshop.

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Police campaign nabs drink drivers Marlborough Police were out in force patrolling the roads during the first weekend of the new lower drink driving limits, and as a result a total of seven people will be facing drink driving charges. One person also received an infringement for breath alcohol between the new range of 250 and 400 microgrammes per litre of breath. The highest breath alcohol level recorded over the weekend was in excess of 900mic.

Area Prevention Manager Senior Sergeant Peter Payne said the prevention team conducted numerous road checkpoints on both Friday and Saturday evenings last week. He said officers would continue to focus on drink driving as the holiday season approached and warned all drivers to expect to undergo a breath test anywhere and at any time. “With the new lowered breath and blood alcohol limits the only safe option is to find

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Big turnout for parade Judging by the smiles on people’s faces on Saturday, it’s safe to say the Blenheim Christmas Parade and Cracker Christmas Festival were a huge success. Marlborough 4 Fun chief executive Katrina Lange says there were around 1000 more in the town centre for the event, and over 30 floats in the parade. “The town looked so vibrant and full of happy people, which is what this event is all about. “The new parade time of 5pm was well received, despite comments made earlier but overall we are so pleased with how it all came together. “Looking around I saw so many smiling faces and in general we got so much positive feedback,” she says. Planning began eight months ago, Katrina says, and has a huge level of volunteer involvement. “We really appreciate the effort people put into their floats, and all the volunteers who have put so much in to make this day the success it was.” The first place winning float was the Marlborough Kindergarten Association and second was the Nativity Church. Winning the walking group section was the Marlborough District Brass Band.

The Marlborough Cake Decorators Guild will present their Christmas cakes to the Salvation Army, this morning as a donation to families in need this festive season. The Guild will present a large cake to the oncology ward for them to share with staff, patients, families and friends.

SPENDING SLOW Marlborough has seen a 5.5 per cent increase in electronic transactions and a more than four per cent increase in spending compared to the last 12 months as the Christmas spending season got off to a slow start around New Zealand. The latest Paymark figures show that although spending has increased by 4.9 per cent nationally, it is well below last year’s growth rate of 8.6% for the same period last year.

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ABOVE: Santa and his elves, from back left; Alexy Cassidy, Oliver King, Lochlan Gilmour, front; Dom Alexander and Josh Alexander. The Santa float is sponsored by Marlborough Lines. LEFT: Marlborough Sounds Marinas take part in this years Christmas Parade, onboard were Daniel and Connor McKeown.

Well-known Blenheim horse racing identities Patrick and Mike O’Brien are two of four men facing fraud charges after the largest investigation in the history of the gambling sector. They, along with Nelson man Paul Max and a man who cannot be identified are between them facing 20 charges of obtaining by deception and could face jail time. The alleged offending involved Blenheim-based Bluegrass. Operation Chestnut allegedly found people associated with horse racing were helping with the sale of pubs to outfits that would allow trusts in support of racing clubs to take control of the venue’s pokie machines. The men will appear in court in February and the O’Briens have indicated they will defend the charges.

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Dale set for games Blenheim runner Dale Smit will be the New Zealand athlete for the final leg of the Torch Run for next year’s Special Olympics World Summer Games The 20-year-old is one of 10 international athletes to be selected for the final leg and is the sole person chosen from the Asia-Pacific region. Smit has won multiple gold medals at national level in his chosen sport.

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Straker earns life membership Alan Straker is still coming to terms with his life membership to the Marlborough branch of the New Zealand Educational Institute (NZEI). After 23 years as principal of Whitney Street School, and countless occasions of sacrifice outside of school hours, Straker was the first person to receive a life membership. Straker stole the show at the NZEI graduating ceremony, at the Clubs of Marlborough, which recognised more than a dozen budding educators becoming fullyfledged teachers as well as teachers who were retiring. Straker was as shocked as anyone to receive the award from long-time friend and NZEI Marlborough

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Jane Laing and John King of the Marlborough branch of the Ulysses Club are gearing up for the club’s annual Toy Ride for charity this Saturday.

Club revved for toy run Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk If you hear motorcycles coming your way this Saturday, have a toy donation ready as the Marlborough Branch of the Ulysses Club is holding its annual Toy Run for charity. This is the fifth year the club has held the run, collecting (unwrapped) toy donations for the Salvation Army Toy Appeal. Club committee member Jane Laing says she understands there are around 100 families in need this year, so she hopes the community will support them. “We are collecting gifts and toys

for children of all ages, including teenagers, which will bring some special Christmas cheer to these families. “We have already got the ball rolling with gifts the club purchased from $200 raised from a raffle we run recently which is exciting,” she says. Around 150 riders have already joined the charity ride and will convoy from the Woodbourne Tavern in Renwick through Blenheim’s Market Street, before parking up at the Blenheim School. Organisers are also hoping more people from the community with ‘road-worthy’ motorcycles will

join in. “It’s such a fun and worthwhile charity ride which is supported so well, so if anyone wants to join in they can meet us at the Woodbourne Tavern before we leave,” branch coordinator John King says. Rain or shine, Ulysses riders will meet at the Woodbourne Tavern at 11am, leave at 12noon and expect to arrive at Blenheim School by 12:30pm. There they will have a gold coin sausage sizzle running and will be selling special ‘toy run’ pins. Proceeds from the pins will go directly to the Salvation Army.

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Sun readers have their say... with the WORD on the Street. Q: Do you think there should be a Christmas tree in the Blenheim CBD?

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I certainly think there should be. If Picton has two trees surely Blenheim should have one.

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Dear Ed, So the Cruise Ship season is well under way, so why are there less passengers to be seen in town of Picton? I have been marketing on the foreshore for the past 8 years and I have never seen so few people around as this year. Many rumours are around that a far greater number are being taken on

buses to the wineries. Picton was under a cloud for several years re the possible move of the ferries and now when it gets back up and running it appears the very people that can help (MDC) and Marlborough 4 Fun the only solution they can come up with is take them all off to the wineries. Disapointed.

Ban more than sugar Good on the Mayor and the Blenheim Council banning the sale of health damaging sugary drinks. It’s a pity they couldn’t have been more pro active on the ban of “legal highs” another product that defies logic! And lastly, great to hear they want to trial some additional free sites for freedom campers, but they will need

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Tracey Bary Blenheim Yeah I do. I don’t think the town looks festive at the moment. It would be good to have something to make it look a bit brighter.

Grant for DMT questioned Dear Ed, As one who abseiled off a five story building happily to raise funds to the Marlborough Foundation for Youth Development. Also Food Bank Collector and supporter of many charities around Marlborough I was personally horrified, disgusted and ashamed to see the Destination Marlborough Trust be granted $20,000.00 as published on Friday 28th December. This on top of some $600,000.00 plus from the Marlborough District Council and that’s before an additional $200,000.00 granted subsequently. I have read both the application details for CCT funding and the reporting requirements. I am not convinced this organisation is deserving or able to meet the prescribed criteria but, subject to closer public scrutiny I am happy to be proven wrong. Two MDC appointees also sit on the Board of DM. How they are able to morally agree to this is beyond comprehension. I am only sorry more deserving charities missed out as a result of this grant. Ashamed.

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The Pride of Picton Former New Zealand rower Joseph Sullivan dubbed ‘The Pride of Picton’ for his 2012 gold medal performance in the double sculls at the London Olympics has settled into life as a fire fighter in Devonport, Auckland. Sun reporter Jacob Page spoke to him about turning the page on his rowing days and moving on. Joseph Sullivan freely admits he never national selectors following the Olympics. thought about what he was going to do “I think everyone knows I was gutted after rowing. because I really wanted to finish on my So focused on his sport and the begin- own terms but nothing was easy for me ning of another Olympic cycle, the Queen during my career and I had to fight for Charlotte College old boy thought about everything. little else but competing for New Zealand. “I’m proud of what I achieved and how However, a chance encounter with some I conducted myself. firefighters from Hamilton during a char“I’m not in any hurry to get back in a ity event, came at the beginning of a whirl- boat and I’m really enjoying doing my wind three months own thing.” for the 27-year-old. Sullivan, who bat“They asked if I’d tled to convince se“I’m proud of what ever thought about lectors he was big becoming a fireman enough physically to I achieved and and I thought about compete at the interit and then one thing national level right how I conducted led to another and through his career, my rowing career myself.” says the fitness levels was done so I defor a fireman were cided to give it a go. just as demanding as Having called time on his rowing career rowing. in June after fighting a losing battle for “My running fitness is still pretty poor,” 18 months to regain his spot in the New he says. “I think I’m too used to sitting on Zealand squad, Sullivan accepted change my arse and going backwards. was needed. “I have taken up surfboat racing that Having graduated just over a month I’m really enjoying so I still have the core ago, Sullivan says he is still adjusting to rowing fitness.” working regular hours as part of a 16-man Sullivan said he would love to return to team at Devonport Fire Station. Marlborough in his new profession but “We work four guys on with a four day with the area being serviced by volunteers, on then four-off type of roster. he would have to wait to see what would “It’s taken some time to get used to all the happen in the future. free time I have now but I’m really enjoy“I’d love to get back to Blenheim and ing it, though I’m not looking forward to if they ever got to the point where they going to my first serious accident but it’s wanted a fulltime station down there then part of the job. I’d certainly look at it. “I’ve done a cliff rescue already so that “I really love the South Island and it’s was pretty interesting. ironic that I seem to be moving further Sullivan said he has no regrets with his and further north in my life. rowing career and has made peace with Picton’s favourite son hoped to be back its abrupt ending when he was cut by the in Picton for a break in January.

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The Edwin Fox today in Picton. Members of the Havelock Masonic Lodge Dennis McKinley and Chris Hobbs with Wairau Hospital’s charge nurse and manager of the theatre’s Day Stay unit Monette Johnston and Radiology clerical support Paula Lucas.

TV gifted to hospital Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk Patients waiting for appointments in Wairau Hospital’s Day Stay unit have a brand new flat screen television to keep them occupied, thanks to a very kind donation from the Havelock Masonic Lodge. Members Chris Hobbs and Dennis McKinley officially gifted the 42 inch TV to charge nurse

of the theatre’s Day Stay unit Monette Johnston yesterday. The TV was purchased from money fundraised by the lodge, and so far it has been a hit with waiting patients. “It gives people something to focus on while they are waiting, I think it’s a wonderful gift and we are very grateful,” Monette says.

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Edwin Fox in the spotlight Picton’s Edwin Fox, one of the world’s oldest ships was the venue for a book launch yesterday. It also hosted the formal handing over of a new steering wheel. Edwin Fox Maritime Museum manager Karen McLeod said, since the society bought the ship in 1965, it had never had a ship’s wheel. “I heard it went into storage in the early 60s and then it burnt in a fire,” she said. The ship had its “161st birthday” at the beginning of November, and is the subject of a new book, written by Nelson-based author Nigel Costley. Published by Nikau Press, the book is from a concept developed by late Marlborough author Don Grady. Marlborough mayor Alistair Sowman formally launched the book. Mr Sowman said the Edwin Fox was a real treasure for Marlborough. Not only did it bring early European settlers to the province, but it played a key role in building New Zealand’s early trade in refrigerated meat. “This is a timely reminder of the history we have in Picton and Marlborough as a whole.” The Edwin Fox was built in 1853 in Sulkeali on the Hooghly River in India and sold to Duncan Dunbar II in 1854. It is the world’s ninth oldest wooden troop ship and was used to carry soldiers to the Crimean War (1853-

The book Teak and Tide by author Nigel Costley.

1856), convicts to Australia and to bring immigrants from Britain to New Zealand. In the 1880s steam arrived and Edwin Fox was fitted out as a floating freezer hulk and used in several New Zealand ports. In 1897, it was towed to Picton and used as a freezer ship and then as a coal hulk. The ship was virtually derelict when the Edwin Fox Society took it on as a project. The New Zealand Historic Places Trust placed a category-one listing on the ship.

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Wednesday December 10, 2014

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Wednesday December 10, 2014

HOURA: Terina and Saxton are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their daughter Pearl Te Waikana Anne Houra (7lb 15oz) on December 7, 2014 at 10:15pm at Wairau Hospital. Thank you to midwife Sue Hudson and all the maternity staff.

KIM: Stream is proud to announce the safe arrival of her wee nephew, born December 8, 2014 at 6:07am weighing 8lb 11oz. A beautiful first child for Teagan and Hadyn. Special thanks to midwife Shona Wills and all the staff at maternity.

POWER: Brooke and Robby are thrilled to announce the early and safe arrival of Maxx (7lb 11oz) on December 7, 2014 at 8:27am at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to Helen Crampton, Shona Wills and Ruth Johnson for your wonderful help during our long labour, fast push!

Order your baby photos at the Sun office: 72 High Street, Blenheim BLEE-Van LENT: Seamus, Sarah and brother Harrison are over the moon to announce the arrival of their twins born November 13, 2014. Flynn Seamus Robert Van (6lb 7oz) and Sarskia Wendy Sarah Savarnya (5lb 14oz). A huge thank you to Wendy, Rob, Hayden and Nicky for all your help and fantastic support, and thank you to our awesome midwife Shona, the many specialists, the hospital theatre team, maternity midwifes and childrens ward staff who have been amazing throughout. Photo provided.

Just married ? D’AUVERGNE: Nick and Kim are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Harriet Jameson (7lb 11oz) on November 24, 2014 at 11:28pm at Wairau Hospital. A little sister for Charlotte. Special thanks to Ang, Sue and Gwen and all the staff at Ward One. Photo provided.

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For Red Salt Cafe, Bar & Restaurant head chef Ashley Guy (pictured), putting together a dish is much more than just assembling food on a plate. It’s about using the plate as a blank canvas to show off every individual ingredient and creating an unforgettable experience for the customer. With this in mind, it came as no surprise when Ashley unveiled one of his new summer menu dishes soon to be released. The pan fried salmon fillet served on potato rostis and accompanied by home made tomato pesto, balsamic reduction and watercress, is an exciting preview of what is to come. Red Salt Café, Bar & Restaurant is owned by Lani and Earl Hagaman, who also own the Mariners Mall in Picton. Ashley and his partner Ashleigh Meadowcroft manage the business and say since it opened on February 1, it has been well supported by the locals. With much to boast about, it is no wonder it has attracted a loyal following. Ashleigh and her front-of-house team serve the hugely popular Marvel coffee, as well as a range of specialty hot chocolates. Ready-to-go are gourmet hot pies as well as delectable desserts and sweet treats. For those who enjoy their sandwiches, customers can choose from a selection

of made-to-order flavours available, including salmon and cucumber, slow roasted beef and onion marmalade, chicken caeser and BLT. For sit down meals, Ashley is currently adding the final touches to his summer menu, which will see some classic ingredients brought together in an artistic and tantalising manner. A sneak peak of what is soon to come: • Anti-pesto platter of cured meats, local cheeses, hot smoked salmon, marinated mussels, accompanying salad, pate and fresh breads. This is matched with a glass of Bladen Wines Sauvignon Blanc. • Beef, bacon and blue cheese burger on a home made Turkish burger bun. • Ginger beer battered fish and chips. • Chef’s pasta and salad of the day. What is perhaps the most unique feature of this menu is that most of the dishes are gluten free. There are also a range of gluten free slices. Red Salt Café, Bar & Restaurant is currently open Monday through to Saturday, closed Sunday but once a new chef joins the team and the liquor license comes through, Ashley says the restaurant will start its dinner service and be open seven days over summer.

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Frozen yoghurt Who doesn’t love frozen yoghurt and sorbet! Red Salt Café, Bar and Restaurant officially opened its ‘Antarctic Yoghurt’ right next door and already, the locals love it! Customers can choose from all four flavours, then top with the many sweet sauces, lollies, nuts and sprinkles on offer. Most of the yoghurts are gluten free, while the sorbets are dairy free - making them an ideal sweet treat or dessert. “With over 200 flavours to choose from, we will be changing them up

every two to three weeks,” Ashley says. “Our current flavours are; snickers bar, wild berry, blue bubble gum and lemon sorbet. “Some of the flavours on their way are coffee mocha, crunchy doughnut, cola, raspberry, vanilla, passion fruit, dairy free chocolate and pink bubble gum.” Antarctic Yoghurt is the very first in Marlborough, and will be having a grand opening this Sunday with prizes and activities. Opening hours are 11am - 8pm.

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Wednesday December 10, 2014

Christmas lights House owners who are decorating their homes this Christmas and would like to share their lights display with the public, are invited to email The Sun.

The Sun will compile a list and publish addresses in the lead up to Christmas. Email news@blenheimsun.co.nz

Christmas appeal There are only seven days until the Sun’s annual Christmas Appeal comes to an end. Any donations of Christmas (unwrapped) gifts, clothing and toiletries can be dropped in to the Sun

Whitney Street School student Samantha Grammer unveiled her poem chosen for the Taylor River Writers’ Walk yesterday. Here she is pictured with Alastair Hebberd and Lloyd Bush of Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors who donated the plaque, and students from Whitney Street School.

New poem unveiled on Taylor River Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk An emotional reading was given by Whitney Street School student Samantha Grammer who’s poem titled ‘You Feel Loved’ was unveiled on a plaque yesterday as part of the Taylor River Writers’ Walk. Samantha was joined by school mates and principal Alan Straker to celebrate the occasion. Present at the unveiling were Springlands School students who hosted the event on the river bank near the High Street

bridge, deputy mayor Terry Sloan, Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors representatives Lloyd Bush and Alastair Hebberd and other supporters. Special guest Yazmin Shipley was invited to speak to the crowd. It was Yazmin’s initiative to launch the Taylor River Writers’ Walk in 2010 when she was a student at Springlands School. She was part of a group of students examining the state of the Taylor River as part of the science curriculum. With the help of the Marlborough

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Large crowds gathered at the new Mag & Turbo Marlborough store on Saturday for its grand opening.

t.  Ross Jukes with his 1953 Chevrole

 Marlborough District Brass band members take a break before the parade. Pictured Tori Greenbank, Alan Papps and Brian Ross.

 Marlborough Lines float with Sant a and his many helpers; from left; Abbey McLeod, Peyton Cassidy, Crystal Browne and Sammie Joyce.

A variety of cars were displayed at the front of the store and the public was invited to tour the warehouse.

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w community notices Family/Whanau - for information/advocacy/ support for families living with mental illness/ addictions please contact– Supporting Families Marlborough - Cheryl, Lyn, Karina or Sandra on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street. Housie - Thursday 7pm Blenheim Bowling Club, 40 houses, 2 supers, raffles and meals from 5.30pm. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra Journey through Christmas at Nativity Church. For pre schoolers...Friday 12th, 9.30am 12pm and again for your family 3.30pm - 4.45pm. Crafts, fun and surprises. A warm welcome. Last Housie for 2014, 2 $1000 housies, 18th Dec 7pm sharp. Raffles and Meals from 5.30pm, Blenheim Bowling Club. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra Housie will resume 5 February 2015.

Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service - Our Advocates will take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph: 5795304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.

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Wednesday December 10, 2014 The Community Noticeboard is for non-profit organisations. For $10.00 you can publish up to 25 words. No AGMS, sporting notices or special meetings. Community Notices must be pre-paid. Call into our office at 72 High Street, Blenheim

9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Item surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.

Sale - of Orginal Art, Friday 12th & Saturday 13th, 9 - 6pm. 19 Kingwell Drive. Welcome to View or Buy. Proceeds to Blenheim Baptist Church.

Sheets ‘n Things - Now located beside The Warehouse car park, behind John’s Kitchen. Good used linen at bargain prices. Donations, gratefully recieved. Ph. 578 1355.

Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics.

Ambulance: Urgent 111.

6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday. Phone 578 2006. Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451

phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 5788125 Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272.

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Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 5782271. Community Care Pharmacy: Within the Blenheim Warehouse, open 7 days 9am-8pm. Only closed Christmas Day. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: 5775549, Office hours 9am-3pm, Monday - Friday Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543354, 24hr helpline.

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Older Person Seminar - 3rd Thursday every

St John Community Shop needs your support, with donations of good quality items to sell, clothing, Bric Brac, Books etc. 11 Boyce Street. Ph 578 1754

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in memoriam Partridge Lilian (Lily) 11.12.13. We gaze upon your photo, And your smile seems to say, Don’t cry I’m only sleeping. We’ll meet again some day. Inserted by Pam & Ken, John and grandchildren

PICTON Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.

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DOWNS, Stuart (Stu) Laurence, suddenly at home in Kapiti on Tuesday 2nd December 2014. Dearly and proudly loved only son of Murray and Chris Downs, Blenheim. Loved brother of Sandra, brother in law of Gary, uncle of Ella and Ari, Sydney. Deeply loved husband of Ruth and inspirational father to his devoted children Alex, Amy and David. His funeral service will be at the Kapiti Funeral Home on Tuesday 9th December at 1pm. Cyclists will lead the hearse out to his private burial. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kids@Heart or Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated. Messages to P O Box 5234, Blenheim.” Ride Well”. MORROW, John Harvie (Jack): On December 5 2014, at Springlands Lifestyle Village, in the company of his family, after a short illness. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Fay (deceased), loved father and father-in-law of Harvie and Liza (Blenheim), Robert (deceased), Kevin (Ross), Michael and Kim (Onewhero), Patrick (Perth), and Carol (Blenheim). Loved grandfather of David, Serena (deceased), Jacob and Georgia. Loved great grandfather of his three great grandchildren. Loved brother of June (deceased) and Isobel (Blenheim). “Finally at rest with Mum”. Messages to 13 McKenzie Street, Blenheim 7201. At Jack’s request, a private service has been held. A memorial of his life will be held at a future time. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz SCOTT, Margaret Stewart: Passed away, peacefully, with her family at her side on Saturday December 6 2014 at Wairau Hospital. In her 82nd year. Mother and mother-in-law of Carol and the late Robin McLeod (Timaru), Valerie and Paul Taylor (Auckland), Sheryl and Ian Ruffell, Donald Edgeler (Timaru), Grant and Michelle Edgeler (Timaru) and Murray and Cate Edgeler (Dunedin). Loved Nanna of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to 3 Humffrey Street, Grovetown 7202. A private service will be held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz STEWART, Warner (Hori): Died on December 7 2014 at Redwood Lifestyle Care and Village. Aged 68 years. Great mate and loved friend. Special thanks to all the staff at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village for their ongoing care. Messages to 56 Upper Stanley Brook Road, RD 2, Wakefield 7069. A memorial service for Hori will be held in Nelson at a later date, to be advised. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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A 22-year-old man was arrested on Main St for disorderly behaviour, on Saturday. He was held until sober and released with a pre charge warning.

Trio arrested 29-year-old unemployed man, a 20-year-old unemployed man and a 23-year-old unemployed man were arrested for disorderly behaviour on Scott St. All the men were intoxicated and trying to start fights, on Saturday night. They were held until sober and released with a pre charge warning.

Cannabis arrest An 18-year-old man was arrested on Scott St for being in possession of cannabis, early on Sunday morning. He was held for a short time and released with a pre charge warning. An 18-year-old student, his 22-year-old and a 21-year-old brothers and a 26 year old student were all arrested for disorderly behaviour likely to cause violence on Scott St, Sunday. All the men were held in custody until sober and were then released with a pre charge warning.

Detox date A 19-year-old man was taken into custody for detox when he was found on Stephenson St in a intoxicated state and not capable of looking after himself, on Sunday afternoon He was released when sober.

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By Celeste Lodewyk A local woman has come to the aid of a friend and work colleague whose home was recently burgled, and thieves made off with her wedding funds and ring among other items. Sally Barnett was heartbroken for her friend who has been saving for her wedding, and set out to ‘surprise’ her with a cash donation. Sally paid for, and put together a hamper valued at $150, and went around Blenheim businesses selling raffle tickets in her own time. She says she was greeted with immediate support and as a result she raised $660, which she says is to help go toward her friend’s wedding fund. “People really felt bad for what hap-

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Christmas decorations were taken from an address in Leefield St, overnight on December 5

Motor stolen An Outboard motor was taken from a boat parked on a property in Broughton Bay, overnight on December 6

Tyres slashed A car parked on Maxwell Rd had all four tyres slashed overnight on December 6.

Personal items taken A number of personal items were taken from a unlocked vehicle parked in Main St in the early evening on December 6.

Missing sheep mystery Just whether there has been rustling afoot at a Marlborough farm that may have seen up to 60 sheep stolen will be resolved by the end of the week. Blenheim Police says a weekend muster on a sheep station in the Brancott area revealed an unknown shortfall in sheep numbers, possibly up to 60. However, on Monday, a large number of sheep were found in a paddock where there should be none and until the

property owner comes home on Friday, no one can make head-nor-tail of the situation. The police have been talking to farmers of surrounding stations, it looks like the sheep wandered away from where they were left and could now be anywhere. They said they have no information at this stage supporting stock theft.

Garden raises $838 Joyce and Ian Cattermole opened their Blenheim garden to the public last month to fundraise for the Simply The Breast Dragon Boat Team. Around 50 people went through, contributing toward a total of $838.50 raised. Joyce wishes to thank those who participated and making it the successful day it was.

Volleyball finals Marlborough Volleyball’s Subway Spikers’ and Premiers’ Schools’ Competition are set for finals action starting this Friday There will many close games to complete the round robin of the schools’ competition, Renwick Diggers played the Bohally Cookie Monsters with both teams showing excellent passing and serving skills however, with almost perfect passing, Renwick won the first set 25-22. Bohally played well at the net and won the second set 25-21. The third set could have gone either way but Bohally dominated with great serving from Year 7 players Anna Gardiner and Maddy Croad. With such good passing skills being shown from both teams, Bohally were also the team to scramble for almost every ball and deserved the third set win of 25-17. Fairhall Phoenix needed to win their game against Queen Charlotte College (QCC) Ace for a chance to get into the

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By Jacob Page Young Blenheim motor racing driver Brook Reeve has scored his maiden race win in the New Zealand Formula First championship at just his third outing, over the weekend The 17-year-old rookie added two podium finishes from the three races at the Pukekohe race circuit. Reeve scored his first race win by crossing the finish line 100th-of-a-second ahead of his closest rival after a race long battle that saw the field swopping positions on every lap. At one point in the race, Reeve had dropped back to seventh place but pushed forward to lead for three laps, then fell back again and left his winning charge for the last lap. The win came in just his eighth race in the Formula First championship. Reeve also recorded the fastest race lap in two of the three races. In the three race meetings held so far, the Speedsport scholarship winner has racked up seven top-six finishes including three podiums and a race win. Reeve has adapted quickly to the single-seater race cars and the driving techniques needed to win races. “I’m learning so much every time I go out in the car,” Reeve says.

The movement continues within the Tasman Makos provincial rugby team with three players exiting and one new signing the past few weeks. Star winger and All Blacks sevens representative Bryce Heem will return to Auckland for the national provincial championship in 2015 after 24 over three seasons with the Makos. Playmaker Tom Marshall will head to Gloucester after his Super Rugby campaign with the Chiefs. Marshall scored 122 points in 44 games with Tasman. Winger Mitchell Scott signalled last month he would head to Perth to play for the Western Force after being cut by the Makos. Former Bay of Plenty and Highlanders loosehead prop Kane Hames will head south to Tasman for 2015.

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Blenheim racer Brook Reeve secured his debut win in the New Zealand Formula First championship, at Pukekohe over the weekend.

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Morrison bird wins longest race from Stewart Island The last racing weekend of the year for the Blenheim Racing Pigeon Club was last Saturday, racing from both Invercargill 710 kms and Stewart Island 765 kms. The birds were released at 7.05 am and 6.45 am respectfully and with the heat and extremely strong head winds a tough race home was most likely.

The Stewart Island birds made the quicker time of the two races and the winning bird # 520 of Donald Morrison landed at his loft at Spring Creek after flying for 13 hours 18mins with a velocity of 957.89 meters per minute. Second place was Carl Kirkwood also of Spring Creek with his chequer # 82, with a velocity of 956.90

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Wednesday December 10, 2014

Playgroup celebrates 25 year milestone The soon to be replaced Arahura ferry.

Story and photo by Celeste Lodewyk In 1989 a huge community effort saw the launch of the Dillons Point Community Playgroup and now 25 years on, with plenty of trials and challenges along the way, the group is celebrating it’s milestone birthday. Past and present parents and children of the playgroup are invited to join in the ‘fancy dress’ celebrations which will be held next Monday, December 15, from 10am - 11:30am. There will be a bouncy castle, face painting and a cake to celebrate. Playgroup committee chairperson Laressa Shenfield said the celebrations will be an opportunity for families to reflect and share memories of their time with the playgroup. “The Dillons Point Community Playgroup has played an important role in many parents’ lives, acting as a place to meet new people and helping them to integrate into the community. “It’s also been a place of cherished memories and a place for mums and carers to bring their children and play, enjoy a chat and cup of coffee,” she says. There are around 65 families enrolled with the playgroup which operates Mondays and Wednesday mornings, including the school holidays. Member Wendy Cresswell has been with the playgroup for 10 years, and as an educator she says she still really enjoys taking children along for fun, play and educational activities. “What I love most is the free time to play with the children, as well as the many wonderful people I have met over the years,” she says. The playgroup runs out of the Bright Centre at 2 Dillons Point Road and was established thanks largely to the efforts of Marion Rowe, who today is still involved. Left: Committee member Wendy Cresswell with Saphire Warren, Sosia Clumino and Ever Pybus.

Interislander ferry Arahura replaced Kiwirail will replace the Interislander ferry Arahura with the Spanish-built ship Stena Alegra, It was announced yesterday that the ship, built in 1998 will replace the more than 30-year-old Arahura on the Cook Strait crossing between Picton and Wellington. It is understood the Stena Alegra will receive an upgrade and a name change before it is put into fulltime service in the middle of next year. Attempts to reach Kiwirail for comment were not successful yesterday but speculation had been intense about a replacement ferry in recent weeks. Earlier this month, New Zealand First leader Winston Peters had tipped the move would eventually happen The Stena Alegra was used as a six month replacement vessel earlier this year for the Aratere, which lost a propeller last November when a shaft broke. It did have a challenging time during its tenure. It suffered engine issues in Wellington Harbour in January. It also hit a wharf while berthing in Wellington and suffered a damaged hull as a result. A propeller also broke off while at sea.

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