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2016_june24GBWeekly
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Golden Bay Air goldenbayair.co.nz 0800 588 885 gift vouchers available Scheduled • Scenic • Charter GB Shared Recreational Facility committee members are celebrating a major milestone for the project. The Community Facilities Fund of the New Zealand Lotteries Grants Board confirmed a grant of $440,000 to the Golden Bay project. It is believed that it is the largest single grant ever to come into the Bay. The Community Facilities Fund makes two distributions of funds each year, totalling about $13 million. In the round just announced alone there were requests for $14 million worth of grants. Committee members say they are thrilled that the Golden Bay project has been recognised with such a significant sum. As the money comes from lotteries, there are strict conditions attached to what it is allowed to fund. “It’s specifically tagged for things that assist the community’s well-being through sport and recreation. We understand that and we’re more than happy to comply,” says committee chair Dean Lund. “To us, this feels like an acknowledgement of the fact that Golden Bay needs and deserves a proper facility. It’s a real vote of confidence. This grant from lotteries signs off our obligation to the council. That means that everything we raise from now on goes into the things that the user groups need and want. It’s about $200,000 we’re looking for now and we’ve got some good ideas about how that can happen.” Last Friday the project took a major step forward with the pouring of the concrete dancefloor in the function room of the new facility. This week the committee called a meeting of all the user groups to share the good news and to update people on progress elsewhere in the project. Major naming sponsors have been found for various parts of the facility and negotiations are continuing. The community will be called on to help out with the remaining money but committee members say they are pleased to have raised so much money already and they are confident of reaching their targets. Neil Wilson GB Community Board’s June meeting Last Tuesday’s Golden Bay Community Board meeting attracted around a dozen members of the public, several of whom fully exercised their right to speak on a range of topics. Pedestrian safety Pam Burnett opened the public forum with a plea for Tasman District Council (TDC) to consider upgrading the roadside walkway on the corner near the former Joan Whiting Rest Home. “We don’t want a fancy path; just make it safe.” Pam explained that the steeply sloping grass verge is hazardous and needs fixing, but TDC engineering services don’t see it as a priority. Councillors have visited the site and, in the light of Pam’s intervention, the board agreed to write to the council urging it to come up with a plan and obtain resource consent, which would allow contractors to level the ground. Gibbs Road drainage Keith Ballard observed that heavy rainfall had caused serious erosion on both sides of the Gibbs Road walkway and he warned this was rapidly becoming another safety issue for The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 the town. “The planted verge is falling into the gully. It’s undermining the pavement.” BJ White concurred and explained that, in his view, the source of the problem lay further up the hillside. “A slip has led to gravel blocking culverts.” Board chair Carolyn McLellan suggested that a service request should be submitted to the council for contractors to clear culverts on a regular basis and before forecast heavy rain events. Whitebaiting sock nets With the whitebaiting season due to begin shortly, BJ expressed concern over the imminent “rape and pillage” of whitebait stocks caused by the use of sock nets. “The Community Board should talk to the council.” Carolyn acknowledged the problem, but explained that it was a difficult one to address because the deployment of sock nets is allowed by law. However, it was agreed that the board would do what it could to effect a change in the regulations. “We will write another letter to DOC and to the Minister of Conservation.” Collingwood Campground BJ moved on to the subject of the future of Collingwood’s campground. He proposed a change of use for the site, from camping to general recreation. “Turn it into a public space, shift the playground there and use it as an area where people can have picnics and access to the river.” TDC community services manager Susan Edwards later told the meeting that TDC owned the campground and it made a positive financial return to the council. However, she advised that TDC was currently assessing all their campgrounds and it would be Collingwood’s turn soon. “We will look at it in the next year or so.” TDC Takaka Service Centre Council will be investing over $600,000 in the renovation of its Commercial Street building. Jill Pearson questioned why TDC had paid $5000 to each of two unsuccessful tendering companies. TDC community services manager Susan Edwards explained that developing detail plans and pricing was a costly exercise,... cont on page 2 1 community board Continued from page 1 ...and by offering some recompense TDC encouraged better quality submissions. She said the tendering process was now complete and the work should begin shortly. “We will award the contract very soon and hope to be in by Christmas.” Following the public forum, the board discussed several other issues. Summer patrol The board will request support from TDC for extending the six-week summer patrol of the council’s enforcement officer. The enforcement officer’s role would be expanded to encompass parking, freedom camping and dog-control bylaws. Hanging baskets With summer in mind, Carolyn said the hunt was on for a successor to Stuart Borlase who, for the last 30 years, has organised and watered Takaka township’s 182 hanging baskets. “We just need someone to turn the taps on and off.” It was agreed to place an advert in The GB Weekly. Car parks and road maintenance The enlargement and sealing of theMotupipi Street car park should be completed in time for the upcoming tourist season, but there is still some uncertainty about council’s role in the maintenance of backblock roads, such as Long Plain Road. Councillor Martine Bouillir advised private landowners living along such roads to ensure that any maintenance agreements with council should be recorded and entered on to LIMs. Fortunately, there is much more certainty about the proposed Pohara-Takaka cycleway, according to Carolyn. “We’ve had two meetings of a very enthusiastic group. We just need the money.” Jo Richards classified ads Personal Public Notices Trades & Services Health & Wellbeing For Sale To Give Away Lost & Found 9 9 10 11 11 11 - Wanted Employment Property Eating Out Learning Church Services Upcoming Events 11 14 12 14 14 14 14 contact us phone: 525 8679 fax: 525 8699 email: admin@gbweekly.co.nz article idea or request We welcome your suggestions. 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Copies can be bought and we have a subscription service. www.gbweekly.co.nz 2 Health and Safety law poses problems for Golden Bay SPCA Local SPCA president and shelter manager Carol Wells has been caring for the Bay’s less fortunate animals for more than 30 years. SPCA shelter facilities vary nationwide, but in Golden Bay they consist of a few cosy cages in Carol’s back yard. Good resources have been built up over the years, starting with just one building in 1989 to which a kittenry was added, and then another building was funded by Internal Affairs. An old laundry at the end of the shed was turned into the washing and feeding room with the “old faithful” washing machine dealing with ongoing laundry. In April, however, staff from head office visited the shelter to discuss the new Health and Safety laws, which have generated much concern for the future of Golden Bay SPCA. Carol feels the expectations are too stringent, make it problematic for the shelter to operate from her property, and also prevent her from accepting any new volunteers. The SPCA’s national office in Auckland oversees and administrates, but the 45 district branches around New Zealand are more concerned with local animals in their “Love and attention, this is what they need,” says Carol Wells. Photo: Anita Peters. communities. Their managers are caring people; they deal with the results of cruelty and nowhere, and is now in residence in the barn rafters. “When neglect, find homes for needy animals and assess others’ life they come in, their personalities are already there.” prospects. Most regional shelters, like Golden Bay’s, are run Through head office, regional centres do have access to by unpaid volunteers who manage the animals, the finances various sponsors’ products. Purina this year signed a threeand other operations. Carol says most branches have evolved year sponsorship contract with SPCA. Locally, other animal their own ways of working. food costs are met by well-supported fundraising stalls and Carol deals mainly with cats and kittens; larger animals are raffles, plus a supermarket food bin, to which people are generally referred to the Nelson SPCA, as are issues involving warmly encouraged to contribute. A recent bequest of $1000 cruelty and neglect since there is no inspector here. Birds from a local person also helped boost the year’s funds. need more specialised attention and are referred to a Golden Veterinary help is also paid for by fundraising. The SPCA Bay expert who takes on those found, hurt or abandoned. “I has a good relationship with the local vets, who are always did have a hawk once,” explains Carol. “The local constable on call to help. Some feral cats need euthanasia, a last resort brought it up here. The next day we opened the cage and for Carol. However, 11 feral kittens caught in a trap one day it just flew away; it had just been stunned. It was the only were all successfully rehomed within four weeks. After eight animal that has ever come by police escort.” or 10 weeks, taming and rehoming becomes much harder. Given the huge time commitment, it is clearly a passion; Last year, 21 kittens in total were rehomed, including six these animals are part of her family. newborns that were raised in the “high dependency unit”, “Love and attention, this is what they need,” she says. Carol’s kitchen. “So often, cats that cross our path have had a pretty tough The SPCA also runs a desexing programme. Many animals existence with probably no home at all. I have lived all my are spayed or neutered before leaving the shelter, but those life on a farm, so animals have been my life, really. These too young take with them a 50 per cent voucher towards animals are my responsibility; it’s up to me to make sure they desexing, preferably at around six months of age. go to the right place at the right time.” How can you help? In fact some never leave. “I’ve got one goat out there, Carol is desperate for help with typing and emails for one he’s a refugee,” she laughs. “And all the other baby goats or two hours per month, and a handy person for an hour or so brought in off the Takaka Hill by hunters, they’ve lived the every fortnight would also be a bonus. Any surplus household rest of their lives here.” cleaning products, kitten milk and specific kitten foods are There are also seven cats that have never left. “Little Moo always welcome, and donations of old clean towels, pillows out there came last year on the brink of death. In fact she and blankets are always gratefully received. was so far gone I just rolled her up with hot water bottles in Meanwhile, life continues as usual. Caring for these the washing basket and put her in the sun, and wondered animals is a 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week task. Potential where I was going to bury her. And I was talking on the adoptees are advertised in The GB Weekly and appointments phone one day and she opened an eye. I’ve just let her stay; are necessary to view animals. she’s a beautiful little cat. She’s still got that itsy bit of wild Going away requires planning. Usually, volunteer and in her. But she’s on my bed every morning when I wake up, neighbour Chris Campbell, “who knows as much as me about waiting for breakfast.” what to do”, or another helper, Joe Thompson, step in. “But And then there’s Polly, who arrived as a newborn and was if that cattery became empty tomorrow I’d probably try to do drip- and bottle- fed by Carol; elderly Tina; two part-feral cats a runner,” chuckles Carol. deemed too unfriendly for adoption; and Joseph, a “wild Golden Bay SPCA, phone 525 9494. and savage” kitten. Another new arrival just turned up from Anita Peters The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Broad repertoire in rural hall gigs Every week of late, The Octagon at Patons Rock has been ringing with the melodious sounds of the Golden Bay Choir rehearsing for its two upcoming winter concerts These are a rare treat for locals and visitors. The choir tries to perform at least twice per year, but midwinter is usually a difficult time to hold a large concert in Takaka. Members hit on the idea of performing in some of the small rural halls, to celebrate these historic buildings at the heart of rural communities, and to bring the music out to people. This year, the first two halls to act as hosts will be Puramahoi and East Takaka. The plan is for the choir to move around every winter to different halls in the Bay until it has performed in them all. The Golden Bay Choir has The Golden Bay Choir rehearses for its two upcoming concerts. Photo: Anita Peters. been in existence for 33 years and has worked under five different directors, including Carl there will also be a piece of music by Victoria University lecturer Jonathan Berkahn. “We’ve been associated with him Browning from Nelson. The current Golden Bay Choir consists of 26 members at Teapot Valley where several of us have attended 10-day of a wide age range. Rehearsals leading up to a concert are workshops; the past three or four years Jonathan has been held weekly, with some smaller groups doing extra sectional the accompanist. He’s a brilliant pianist but he’s also done quite a lot of composing.” sessions together on particular parts. Carole plays an important role by directing voice exercises The two July performances will include a wide variety of works, from classical to contemporary. Added to the 14 prior to rehearsals and acting as accompanist for most of the choral pieces on the programme will be half-a-dozen extra concert pieces. The choir is conducted by master musician items for this “variety” concert. “Some people in the choir Jochen Maurer. These afternoon variety performances are definitely for all will be doing other things like playing an instrument, singing a solo or duet, or doing a recitation,” explains choir member to enjoy and support. The motto “your donation will be our Alexia Russell. “It’s just a way to widen it out; making it a bit donation” is fitting, since entry is by koha and all net proceeds more interesting for the audience. We’re working on a fairly will be donated back to each particular hall. “All of the halls will get something eventually, as we move broad repertoire.” The choir will also perform work by New Zealand around them,” explains Alexia. “The concert will last around composers. A well-loved waiata will be sung, as well as music one hour 20 minutes. And then we’ll serve tea and coffee created by Golden Bay composer Charles Naylor around and cakes, because that’s also part of creating the energy and words written by Golden Bay poet Mona Randall, a tribute the atmosphere.” East Takaka Hall, Saturday 2 July and Puramahoi Hall, from one artist to another. Carole Gamby, one of the original choir members, said Sunday 3 July. Both concerts 2pm. Entry by koha. 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Where: Golden Bay High School Hall When: Wednesday 29 June Time: 7pm Great specials 3 LETTERS JW CRYPTIC crossworD Joining the dots Crossword 218 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Across 9Rain drain or snow flow? (5) 10Eve has winning ways (5,4) 11You’ll learn there’s a penalty so shut up! (7) 12 Maybe Prime means of conveyance (7) 13It’s said to sign off six balls not in (4,3,3) 14 Work steadily and quietly when old and doddery (4) 16 Common nap is close - see! (4-3) 19Left stage about a hundred and stirred emotions (7) 21 Plants out females for makin’ bacon (4) 22Is it a way out of being dismissed? (4,6) 26Upsets with lust and sin and assails with abuse (7) 27 Quietly lifts expressions of approval (7) 28 Go by the green revolution - he’s along for the ride (9) 29 Spur embarrassing before face (3,2) SOLUTION IN THIS ISSUE Down 1 Well-cooked rice soup should be treasured (8) 2A place to meet in the street (6) 3 “It annoys one! It’s an expensive car!” I state casually (9) 4Rotten aim may cause insult (6) 5 Far out! Fragile truce may break (8) 6Elements returned for onetime punishment (5) 7 Glove drawn and rent (8) 8Easy opener may perhaps yield a cover for pupil (6) 15 Solid-state slipper? (3,6) 17Least sage peace-making group is found in the west (8) 18 Says, “Way out man!” (4,4) 20 G e t t i n g i n t o g e a r a n d finishing the meal (8) 21Elected one in snow mode of travel manages frugally (6) 23 Breathe out and die (6) 24 Give out while you approve in writing (6) 25 Precipitation from extremes of squall. Stand back! (5) Two letters in The GB Weekly (17/6) caught my eye. The first was about removing the grandstand to make way for a parking lot (nothing’s changed, Joni). The other was about the lack of walk/cycleways in Golden Bay. Both letters reflect the fact that, today, most spending on infrastructure favours motorised transport above human-powered transport. However, this wasn’t always the case, as is chronicled in the Kennet brothers’ wonderful book Ride: the story of cycling in New Zealand. A bit of joined-up thinking might lead to a different scenario today. Instead of assuming the need for a huge increase in car parking at the new Rec Centre, why not approach the issue from a prevention-rather-than-cure perspective? After all, you can deal with an expanding waistline by letting out your trousers – or by reducing your waistline. If there were safe walk/cycleways in Golden Bay, more people would walk and cycle. This has been proved the world over. People could bike to the Rec Centre, warming up for their sport on the way. Bike parks take up much less room, and are much cheaper to provide. There would be room for bike and car parking and for the grandstand as well. And we would be encouraging healthier lifestyles and reducing carbon emissions. A win-win situation. Why not? Liz Thomas Thank you to the Village Theatre Here I was at our Village Theatre last Sunday, in little Takaka, viewing the live performance of the Royal Shakespeare Company in England, celebrating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. It was an unbelievable opportunity. I paid a mere $20, while those in the British audience may have paid at least 200 pounds. Not only did we see the greats of British theatre performing extracts of Shakespeare’s work, including Dames Judy Dench and Helen Mirren, Sir Ian McKellen, Benedict Cumberbatch etc, but also Britain’s Royal Ballet and Opera Companys, hip hop and jazz. They even roped in Prince Charles to take a small role. And we must never forget that it is due to Melanie and Gerard Hindmarsh’s heroric efforts, initially, that we have the Village Theatre, the smallest town in NZ to have such a venue. Read Gerard’s book Swamp Fever to learn how they did it. And thank you, thank you, thank you to the committee who run the theatre now and choose the very best of possible screenings. We are so lucky! And thank you to the local audience who refrained from talking to each other during yesterday’s filming. It makes such a difference. Robin Robilliard National Volunteer Week A big thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who help us in various ways at the Golden Bay Museum. We couldn’t function without your help and assistance throughout the year. Thank you for your support, input and guidance. Karen Johnson Golden Bay Museum services manager Rec Park grandstand Engineering supplies ǀ Fishing & Marine Power tools ǀ Welders ǀ Generators Agricultural components ǀ Water blasters Air compressors ǀ Trailer components Efficient service & Expert advice TradeZone Takaka (Waitapu Engineering Retail Store - located in the Waitapu Engineering Building) 46 Motupipi Street, Takaka Ph 525 9847 The more we research into the history of grandstands in New Zealand, the more we realise just what a gem our grandstand is. But do have a look at the Reefton Racecourse Grandstand (www.heritage.org.nz/the-list/details/1687) built in 1891 and still going today (although its commentator’s tower is sadly not quite as Dr Seuss as it once was). Monday 27 June is the last day (for now) to sign the grandstand petition. It is still at Wholemeal Café, Golden Bay Pharmacy, De-lish Delicatessen, Take Note and Hammer Hardware. We thank the petition hosts once again for their contribution to this community cause. A local newspaper wrote this about the first A&P Show with the grandstand: “The seventh annual Show of the Golden Bay Agricultural and Pastoral Association was held yesterday at Takaka, under most successful auspices. The attendance, as usual, was large. The residents of the Takaka Valley turned out in full force and the number was swelled considerably by visitors from Collingwood, Motueka, Nelson and the Waimeas. The commodious grand stand, with the luncheon room and bar, which has been erected on the ground since last year, proved a great convenience, and added greatly to the completeness of the arrangements.” GOLDEN BAY CONTRACTING LTD Mulcher available Tractor mounted – 2.5m wide Contact Daryl 027 525 9191 4 Despite repeated claims to the contrary, the truth is that there are no insurmountable obstacles preventing the grandstand from continuing to be, as it has for 117 years, a great convenience to the community, adding greatly to the completeness of arrangements at the showgrounds. Bryony and Jill Pearson Bully boys I am in full support of Stu Percival’s fight against heavyhanded TDC control services tactics outlined by him last week (GBW letters 17/6). Stu is a ratepayer, as am I. If he is denied the basic right to park discretely in a beautiful place for a night, this has terrible implications for us all. We must be extemely cautious of changes to freedom camping rules as they will be enforced on all of us. New Zealand was founded on access to, and enjoyment of, the outdoors for all. We, as a nation, signed the convention on human rights in the UN, an article of which ensures freedom of movement within one’s own country. Golden Bay is a special place of live and let live. No tolerance should be given to council campaigns against individuals and bully boys should be reigned in immediately. Duncan Cavaye Women in Local Government In October we’ll be electing our representatives on the Tasman District Council and Golden Bay Community Board. These are the people we love to hate, the people we moan about when we feel they’re not listening to us, they’re out of touch with what we value, and they treat Golden Bay as an inferior suburb of Richmond. The Statistics NZ website says “For the government to represent the population, it’s important that people from different groups - including both men and women - participate. Representative governments engage diverse communities, draw on the skills of the broadest group of people, and provide checks on the use of political power.” It also shows that women are elected in the proportion in which they stand. So to change the balance we need to have more women standing for public office. The present TDC has two women out of 14. That’s 14 per cent. The national average is 30 per cent. So, let’s change things. If you’re a woman who cares about your community and wants Golden Bay to be the best place for your children to grow up, to work and live, and to grow old and retire – consider standing for the Community Board or Council. If you’re a man who cares for the same things – encourage your sister, wife, mother or daughter to stand. Skills and experience raising a family, budgeting, and listening to friends and community, are invaluable. More women in public positions makes things better for women, and for everybody. Seize the opportunity. Liz Thomas Classic Collingwood heritage murals As a Collingwood community enhancement project, I am drafting a grant proposal through the Making A Difference (MAD) Skool, to paint a series of sepia murals depicting historic Collingwood buildings and residents on the sides of several buildings in Tasman Street, with their owners’ approval. To help me design the murals, I am seeking more historical photos of the township and people. If you have any you’re willing to loan me, I’d be grateful to see them. Depicting these classic scenes on now-blank walls, along with plaques describing the town in the early 20th century, can only help make a difference to local businesses and the community, by enhancing Collingwood’s appeal as a tourist destination with both significant historical and scenic attractions. For example, the 12m-long car park wall at Tinky’s Tavern can depict several two-storey buildings lost to fires: Montimore’s Hotel/Accommodation, Stallard’s and Allan’s Houses and the Post Office Hotel. Also, appropriately, the Collingwood Motors and McNabbs Motors buildings would be great painted on the Farewell Spit Tours office walls, near where they originally stood. The proposals-in-progress are on display at the NgAngA RT Gallery, 15 Tasman Street. I welcome photos, memories, conversation and suggestions. Ph 021 107 6312. NgAngA letters not printed this week PW - This is a Police matter now. RT - No space. The GB Weekly welcomes letters to the editor. Please email your letter to us. Include the writer’s full name, home address and daytime phone number. Letters will be printed over the name of the writer; names are withheld only when compelling reasons can be established. Letters should not exceed 250 words. Letters that are too long might not be considered. All correspondence is at the discretion of the manager, who reserves the right to decline, edit, or abridge letters without explanation. The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 New CAS principal: “This is where I want to come and settle.” Collingwood Area School’s new principal Caroline Gray was formally welcomed to the school with a powhiri at the beginning of June, but the informal gifts and greetings just keep coming. When The GB Weekly visited the school 10 days after the ceremony, Caroline was in the reception area collecting the most recent offering - a bouquet of brightly-coloured flowers. The new head says she is genuinely bowled over by the kindness of Collingwood strangers. “I’ve found the community incredibly welcoming. I’ve been inundated with cards, good wishes, food and flowers. Lovely people have been leaving things on my doorstep – jams, chutneys and honey and all sorts of gorgeous things.” Such generosity speaks volumes about the connection between school and community – a relationship that Caroline places squarely at the heart of her agenda along with a deep New CAS principal Caroline Gray: “I want to ensure that students are not just bound to the but learn about the practical application of what they are being taught there.” commitment to child-centred classroom, Photo: Jo Richards. education. Before arriving at Collingwood, Caroline spent time in the the practical application of what they are being taught there. capital to develop her understanding of modern educational The reason I moved into Steiner education was that I wanted practices with the intention of applying the approach in a to investigate a practical and fully integrated curriculum, more traditional setting. “I spent the last four years as principal where you are working in harmony with the landscape you of a Steiner school in Wellington, but I wanted to get back live in, where you are learning skills that help you to become into mainstream education and knew that area schools were a citizen of the world, so that you can look after yourself and others.” where I wanted to be.” Caroline believes that this holistic ambition can be She was also eager to rediscover rural New Zealand following her urban interlude. “Before living in Wellington achieved while keeping all stakeholders happy. “It is possible we spent 10 years in Dargaville in the Far North, so we are to find an integrated approach where you can meet the needs adjusted to rural life.” Caroline’s husband Simon is an artist of the individual child, the aspirations of the parents, but also and a beekeeper, while their two grown daughters will visit embrace the expectations of the Ministry of Education.” And she feels that she is pushing on an open door. “At during breaks in their university studies. “Both are at Otago. Eden is finishing off her MSc and Pearl is in the second year Collingwood I can see there’s already going to be synergy - I can tell that possibilities are already being explored.” of an English and art history degree.” Caroline is also reaching out to the home-schooling Caroline’s appointment marks a significant milestone in a personal and professional journey that began three decades community. “I want them to think about the opportunities ago and half a world away. “Simon and I met at art school that Collingwood offers.” She considers the school’s approach in London. I trained to be a teacher and he carried on being a good fit for home-educated students. “We want to match an artist. We moved to Bristol in 1992 where I taught in very the needs of the children with personalised programmes, understanding and empathy.” large multicultural schools.” She understands her new school’s strengths. “I ask people When the year 2000 came they knew they needed to do something really big, and ultimately decided to make a new to consider what’s here: The small class sizes, the impressive life in New Zealand. “We knew about the treaty, we knew pastoral attention that’s given to all students – and the about New Zealand’s record in terms of social equity and mentoring. There are high levels of supervision and care that modern political thinking. It was important for us to be part you wouldn’t ordinarily get, and a family atmosphere that is often missing in larger schools. And there’s a really committed of a country looking forward.” Although keen to get here, Caroline, Simon and their young staff here – some truly excellent teachers.” CAS’s finances and governance are in excellent shape girls didn’t take the easy route. Instead of hopping aboard a Jumbo jet for 24 hours of movies and ready-meals, they too, according to Caroline. “I’ve come to a school that’s got spent 18 months on an overland family adventure, writing well-managed budgets, good property management and very the story of their whānau’s arrival to Aotearoa along the skilled support staff. I’m looking forward to working with the way. “We converted an old Land Rover into a home, with board [of Trustees].” She is also looking forward to establishing connections drop-down tents and water tank.” In 2001, the family headed across Europe but had to rethink their journey in the wake with the local iwi. “When we were in Dargaville we joined a of the Twin Towers attack. “September 11 happened and marae there and worked with tangata whenua to learn about we couldn’t get through the Middle East, so we shipped the the land and our place in it.” A traditional red, white and vehicle to South East Asia and spent time there rather than in black feathered cloak hangs on the back of her office door. “My korowai was a gift from Te Ati Awa in Wellington to me India and Pakistan, as we had originally planned.” Caroline says that the extensive trip demonstrated the and to this school.” After the previous principal’s surprise departure last value of learning outside the classroom, amongst other things. “By the time we arrived in New Zealand, we discovered our December, Caroline has some reassuring words for the Board children could magically read and write, tie up their laces of Trustees and the community. “It’s important for people and tell the time – and that had all happened just because to know that it’s a long-term move. I’ve come from a much larger school and I’ve made decisions based on what I’ve they’d met people.” It’s this experiential approach to learning that Caroline learned as a principal to know that this is where I want to seeks to develop in Collingwood. “I want to ensure that come and settle.” Jo Richards students are not just bound to the classroom, but learn about The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Mr JGR Tidswell or Mr DA Earle will be in attendance at the offices of Warn & Associates NOW AT: 23 Motupipi Street, Takaka. For appointments please phone 0800 GLASGOW 0800 452 746 Glasgow Harley Solicitors 38 Halifax Street, Nelson 5 Dairy ice bank first in the South Island Just chillin’: Local contractors have recently installed a novel piece of cooling kit on Mark Strange’s dairy farm. From left, Wendy Strange, Frank Van Grunsven, Mark Strange, Steven Strange, Alan Williams. Photo: Jo Richards. Fully Qualified Registered Electricians 24hour Call Outs Residential, Commercial & Industrial New Homes, Alterations & Re-Wires Freeview TV & Phone/Data Installation Irrigation, Effluent & Cowsheds PLC Programming & Automation 03 524 8673 or 0800 NICK RILEY Control & Switchboard Manufacturing One Golden Bay farmer is looking beyond today’s skinny returns in the dairy market and investing in the future of his business. Mark Strange, who runs a herd of 370 on the outskirts of Collingwood, has just installed a novel piece of kit which provides rapid on-demand cooling at milking time. Its lustre may have dimmed over recent years, but “white gold” is still a precious commodity and it’s never been more important to look after it all the way from the udder to the road tanker. That means keeping it cold and clean to prevent harmful bacterial growth – not so easy when the stuff comes out of the cow at 38°C. Unsurprisingly, the Ministry for Primary Industries’ rules and regulations around storage and handling of milk are pretty tight - and the regulatory screw is to be tightened further from June 2018. “It’s about compliance; the old system wasn’t doing it,” says Mark. The new temperature regime requires the heat to be taken out of the milk fast. “Fonterra specifies it has to be at [+]6 °C within two hours of the end of milking.” In Mark’s case the milk enters the vat at 3°C, so his vat refrigeration unit is kept on standby unless the stored milk temperature reaches 5°C. Many farmers will be forced to beef up their existing cooling systems to meet the 2018 standard. They can choose from a number of options, but Mark decided to go with a Packo Ice Bank cooling system. Dairy Cooling Solutions (part of Eurotec) are the New Zealand distributors of the Belgian technology, and the company’s sales engineer Tom Brown oversaw the Strange farm project. A trio of local contractors featuring Frank Van Grunsven on refrigeration, Alan Williams on heat-exchangers and Nick Riley on wiring and switch-gear, did all the installation work. Frank hopes it will be the first job of many for the team, who plan to roll out the technology across the Bay over the next few years. In the meantime, Frank is chuffed that Mark’s Ice Bank is not only the first for his team, but also the first in Golden Bay and the first to be installed on the Mainland. The cooling kit may be cutting edge, but it’s thoroughly tried and tested and fully supported by Dairy Cooling Solutions (DCS) and Packo, says Tom. “DCS have had nearly 20 units installed and operating in the Waikato and Far North over the last 12 months, so we know it works.” The Ice Bank produces and stores a reserve of ice that can be used to make large volumes of chilled water at very short notice. The zero-degree liquid is then pumped through a heat exchanger and rapidly cools a counter flow of milk quickly and efficiently without freezing it. The main benefits of this ingenious technology are that chillers don’t need to be switched on during milking, farmers don’t have to invest in large cooling units, and they can potentially eliminate the requirement for precooling bore or creek water. But there is a further bottom-line bonus, according to Tom. “The unit runs at night to build up the ice reserve, so it saves on electricity costs by using cheaper rates where available.” Dairy NZ estimates that milk cooling accounts for about 30 per cent of the total energy costs of operating a dairy. Fortunately for farmers, they can reap rewards without forking out for a completely new setup as an ice builder unit can be integrated into their existing cooling system. The size of the herd essentially determines the capacity of unit required and, of course, the size of the bill. Mark estimates that for his system, which is designed to handle 10,000 litres per day and features a monitoring system that sends him SMS alerts, the total cost amounted to around $55,000. “That’s for the complete package up and running.” He’s matter-of-fact about the constant changes in the industry. “You’ve got to ride the highs and lows.” Content that his dairy shed is now future-proofed – at least for a few years, Mark has the demeanour of a man who knows he’s made a sound investment – in fact he appears to be quite chilled. Jo Richards &DOO8V:H'HOLYHU Specialising in installation and maintenance of farm refrigeration systems Frank and Liz Van Grunsven | Mobile: 0274 378 495 | Email: gold.fridge@xtra.co.nz 6 0800 MOOJUICE 0800 666 584 email: service@moojuice.co.nz XXXNPPKVJDFDPO[ Dairy Solutions (2007) Ltd. $ODQDQG5HJDQ:LOOLDPV (DVW7DNDND5G5'7DNDND SKFHOO The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Bhumlutar, Nepal says “thank you Golden Bay” Bhumlutar/Golden Bay Friendship School students in front of their new school. Photo: Supplied. The name of the new Bhumlutar/Golden Bay Friendship School in Nepal reflects a remarkable connection between Bhumlutar village and some Golden Bay locals. After Nepal’s devastating earthquake in April 2015 (and following aftershocks, avalanches and landslides), Thomas (Taj) Rabosky, Kees Brinkman and Rita Scholten formed Golden Bay Friends of Nepal to fundraise for the village of Bhumlutar. A total of $6,741.30 (and counting) has been raised, with the support of many local businesses as well as individuals. Taj Rabosky had travelled to Nepal many times and had strong connections with Bhumlutar, especially with Achni Dev, a local teacher. Achni is overseeing the distribution of funds to the village and the rebuilding of its ruined school. “Achni can’t believe that people over the other side of the world are thinking of him and his village, and is so grateful.” Taj describes Achni as “such a special person….and kept in touch as I travelled. He was always a ray of happiness.” Taj says that after the earthquakes, however, he knew “from the tone of [Achni’s] emails that he was in a pretty dire situation and so we starting providing some help, and it has grown into a really neat project”. Bhumlutar village is off the trekking route in Nepal and did not receive any help after the earthquake. Rita, her partner Stef Jongkind and their three teenage children were in Nepal when the 2015 earthquake struck and had just passed through the affected areas. Via Golden Bay Friends of Nepal they decided to support the village. Golden Bay Friends of Nepal initially raised funds for food, water, medicine, blankets, house construction materials, hospital visits, mosquito nets, rain tarps and blankets. The next round of fundraising money (in August -September 2015) was used for materials to rebuild the school. Rita says that the village reconstructed the school in only five weeks, and worked 14 hours a day on it. Some of the funds were also used to buy chickens for the village, and now, with 65 purchased, eggs and chicks are sold and the funds raised are used in the upkeep of the school. Achni Dev worked to rebuild the school and is now the sole teacher, working in a voluntary capacity. The school has 60 children. Another 30 from other villages are registered and would like to attend. Taj is returning to Bhumlutar in early July. He is looking into the possibility of taking several laptops or tablets for the children to use in the classroom: preferably a group of laptops that have the same chargers and operating systems, “so that it’s easier for the kids to learn the same system.” He would be happy to hear from anyone who may be able to donate such a set. He is also hoping to take Achni Dev and a couple of other villagers to a nearby organic gardening course with the aim of helping the village start a community garden. “Further aims for the village are solar lights at the school, a water filter for drinking water, the construction of a kitchen and a separate eating room.” Taj says that none of this would be possible without the strong commitment and meticulous record keeping of Achni Dev. “It humbles me and amazes me that he is yet to ask for one penny for payment or salary for his time. He is just so grateful that he has friends in the little community here in New Zealand that want to help and want to provide assistance. He sends me lots of emails expressing that gratitude and that love.” Golden Bay Friends of Nepal would like to thank the many local business and locals who have supported them over the past year. Recently, the group has received New Zealand SOLLYS Contractors Fully-serviced luxury chalets Self-catered or meals available Peace, privacy and amazing birdsong www.wetlandviewpark.co.nz info@wetlandviewpark.co.nz Ph: 524 8788 The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Golden Bay Surveyors Registered Professional Surveyor - Subdivisions, boundary marking, topographical surveys, building set-out. Resource consents for subdivisions, land use, discharges, etc House sites - drainage - land development driveways - farm maintenance and cultivation Ph 525 8241, 0274 881 862 844 East Takaka Road Phone 525 9843 Patrick 0274 437 035 Overlooking the Mangarakau Wetland charitable status, says Taj. “Now we’re recognised by NZ charities commission as a legitimate fundraising organisation, it will enable us to reach out and do some bigger and more substantial fundraising on different platforms.” They are also opening Golden Bay friends of Nepal to membership. The annual fee is $25 and information evenings will be held on a regular basis throughout the year with suggestions of how members might like to become involved. Donations (100 per cent of which will go to Bhumlutar) can be made into the Golden Bay Friends of Nepal bank account at: NBS (Account number: 03-1354-0368990-000). For membership enquiries please contact: Email: gbfriendsofnepal@gmail.com Or visit: www.gbfriendsofnepal.weebly.com If you would like to donate computer equipment please contact Taj: 022 158 7907. Liz Smyth For all earthmoving requirements WETLAND VIEW PARK Achni Dev and other volunteers worked 14-hour days to build the new school. Photo: Supplied. TUMEKE LOGGING WAYNE SOLLY Forest & woodlot harvesting Hauler & ground-based bush-rigged excavator Locally-owned operation with local crew Ph 027 455 9895 Contact Martin Potter: martin@gbsurveyors.co.nz Brain overloading with digital dilemmas? Computer Sales | Computer Repair | Business Solutions 03 525 8633 027 831 4156 r rt fo contact@joshuatree.co.nz o p ! Sup & Mac www.joshuatree.co.nz C P Techy of choice for The GB Weekly 7 community events golf Wednesday 15 June. Stableford. N Goodman 45, J Solly 39, R Heuvel 39, R Dyce 37, L Trent 36, N Barnes 36 c/b J Garner. Nearest pins: 3/12 L Trent, 8/17 B Osmond, 9/18 R Dyce. Twos: R Dyce, J Solly, L Trent, W Collie, N Goodman. Best gross: W Collie 76. Saturday 18 June. Hay cup R3 nett. W Collie 65, B Win 66, C McDermott 68, G Little 69, R Miller 70, R Heuvel 70. Nearest pins: 3/12 W Collie, 4/13 B Win, 8/17 J Thomason, 9/18 W Collie. Twos: W Collie (2), W Dobbie, R Riley. Best gross: W Collie 69. Longest drive 8/17: B Climo. equestrian Gift Horse Equestrian Centre Dressage Day 1. 0A: A Zrinyi-Morgan/ Toby 76%, O Holland/Rata 66%, J Brown/Madonna 62%. 1A: M Schinkel Zulu 64.8%, O Holland/Rata 64.2%, J Brown/Madonna 63.4%, M Schinkel/ Pop 62.3%. 0B: A Zrinyi-Morgan/Toby 77%, J Brown/Madonna 73%, O Holland/Rata 67%. 1B: M Schinkel/Zulu 68.2%, T Hurst/Tex 66.4%, M Schinkel/Pop 62.2%. Next dressage day in the series is Sunday 17 July. Entry forms available at PGG Wrightson. bridge 15 June. Rangihaeata Pairs R2. Open: L Gamby-C Mead 66.30%, J L Godden-A Hunt 59.26%, K Cavaye-J Pemberton 54.07%. H/cap: L Gamby-C Mead 71.96%, J L Godden-A Hunt 69.88%, K Cavaye-J Pemberton, 64.227%. 17 June. Winter Freeze Pairs R3. Open: J Beatson-D Sarll 60.42%, L Gamby-M McKellar 56.25%, A Hunt-C Mead 54.86%. H/cap: J Beatson-D Sarll 69.17%, A Hunt-C Mead 63.20%, L Gamby-M McKellar, 60.25%. Finals. Open: A Hunt-C Mead, L Gamby-M McKellar, D Sarll-J Beatson. H/cap: A Hunt-C Mead, D Sarll-J Beatson, L Gamby-M McKellar. Hockey Rogues 1 v GBHS 0. Some intense play resulting in some sprig prints in the foot and a ball to the chin for Jamal and Lucas respectively. Hoihos won by default to Drastixs. An intense six on five reduced field game was played that brought about a friendly half-time debate on what obstruction (and hacking) actually are. Good play and some great goals by both teams. 7-7 was the final score. Uruwhenua Women’s Institute We met for our monthly meeting at the Takaka Fire Brigade rooms and were greeted there by firemen Andy, Tim and Don. Our programme for the day was a talk and film show from them. Good information on the 10-year fire alarms, on fire blankets and so many other things to be aware of: overloaded power boards; cheap power boards; covering burning pots and pans; exit plan; and so on. Members really enjoyed the talk and the discussion afterwards. The meeting followed and a donation was given to them in appreciation of their time and the work they do. A report on the remit day in Motueka was given and members thoughts were simiar to other WIs on these remits. President Nancy Ward is off to conference in Wellington and good wishes were extended to her for a good conference. A cuppa and social time was then enjoyed by all. GOLDEN BAY STORAGE TAKAKA Self-Locking Units Secure Shed Units Alarmed Secure Compound Cameras Phone 525 9698 or 027 222 5499 goldenbaystorage@gmail.com Mortgage adviser settles in Nelson-based mortgage adviser Anna McClure realised a long-held ambition when she moved to Golden Bay back in February, and says she is more than happy with her new life. “I have no regrets, none at all. I’ve fallen in love with the place and I’ve been blown away by the diversity here.” Currently working out of her Takaka home, Anna is getting out and about working as a “loan ranger” for her new company, Better Home Loans. “I’m often on the road with my laptop and mobile phone.” The timing of her move is impeccable. Ripples from the overheated Auckland housing market have finally reached our local shores, bringing the prospect of rising Loan ranger: Anna McClure is happy to provide mortgage advice after hours and on the move. “I prices and the long-forgotten operate out of normal bank hours, so it’s handy for customers.” Photo: Jo Richards. sight of buyers scrambling The surprise frequently felt by first-timers is the result of to get their hands on property. Anna warns that, to avoid missing out, buyers need to be prepared. “It’s a seller’s cheap borrowing, free access to KiwiSaver funds and the market, so if you are looking to buy, you need to have your government’s HomeStart grant, explains Anna. “Couples can pull out $70,000, which will get them into a $350,000 finance ready.” Anna says this is where she can help by cutting the financial home.” Whether the funds are for doer-uppers, new builds, lifestyle cloth to tailor bespoke home loans for prospective buyers. “I get the best finance package for my clients’ unique needs.” blocks or commercial properties, Anna says that loans can Although she is an independent adviser, Anna is backed be lined up in a matter of days. “All it takes is a quick phone by the New Zealand Financial Services Group and can access conversation and a meeting.” Most of the necessary paperwork loans from over 20 banks – including all the big names as well can be done online, which speeds things up dramatically. “It’s as niche lenders – some of whom she says offer particularly really fast: Just three to five days to get the money.” Anna’s flexibility ensures that the process is convenient attractive deals. “Taranaki Savings Bank has some great as well as quick. “I operate outside of normal banking hours, interest rates at the moment.” Anna acknowledges that affordability is an issue in the so it’s handy for customers and it’s often easier for clients if Bay where jobs are often seasonal and wages are subject to I go to see them.” But it’s not all work for Anna, who is soaking up the a “sunshine tax”. But when she crunches the numbers for first-time buyers it often reveals a realistic prospect of home culture of her new home. “I’ve done courses on weaving, ownership, she says. “They are surprised how much they eco-dyeing and food fermentation. And I’m learning about can afford.” It also helps that Anna’s services come free to Māori language and culture at the marae.” Jo Richards her clients. Last-gasp win for Takaka Another great club day at Recreation Park , last Saturday, as Takaka Senior B achieved a great win against Rangers 32-31 with a converted try in the last five minutes. Rangers thought they had won with a final score of 34 but the referee confirmed the result. Takaka lacked several key players due to injury and drew upon their bench to provide fresh legs late in the game. Sideline and embankment support was strong and vocal and the home sponsors seated in the Solly’s Freight grandstand enjoyed the sunshine, scrums, tries and goals from the sideline. Sara Chapman SOLLYS Contractors For all your cartage needs Hiab pick up and delivery available Supplier of: Landscape gravels – Compost - Garden bark - Pea straw - Golden Bay Dolomite - Fernbrae Lime - Various supplementary stock feeds Phone 525 9843 8 Golden Bay Fencing For all your fencing requirements ▌Post and rail/stockyards/wooden gates ▌Horse arenas/security fences/retainer walls ▌Post driving ▌House piles ▌New driver with extra height and weight David Jacobsen | 03 525 8426 | 027 266 7335 fourjake1@gmail.com The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Public notices / Pānui a whānui Recent AGM / Hui ā tau - Nō nā tata nei House -sitter available from September 2016. Local references. Ph John 027 234 8561, yogaia10@gmail.com Golden Bay RSA. President: Noel Baigent. Vice-president: Kelly Byrne. Treasurer: Marina Adams. Secretary: Karen Swann. Committee: Phil O’Connor, Teri Goodall, Kevin Delaney, Ann Fletcher (Welfare), Phillip Woolf, Alan Reid, Don McIntyre. boys’ and Girls’ Agricultural Show AGM, Thursday 30 June, 10am at the Wholemeal. Enquiries ph 525 9557. Alcoholics Anonymous. If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop that’s ours. Meeting Thursdays 7pm, Catholic Church Hall. Ph 0800 229 6757. LOCAL community radio Fresh FM. Top o’ the South on 104.8 or 95.0 FM. Listen live now www.freshfm.net. Get into it! Ph Sage 525 8779, email: takaka@freshfm.net or visit us at the Workcentre. Paradise Entertainment and Collingwood Post Office are The GB Weekly’s agents. Golden Bay Toy Library. President: Jess McAlinden. Vicepresident: Kirsty Orange. Secretary: Brooke Suttie. Treasurer: Emily Douglas. Grants officer: Moira Tilling. Committee: Cherie Prystie. Personal notices / Pānui ake In memory, two years ago - 26 June 2014. All Weather Winny. Gone but not forgotten, loved and missed by the Rountrees, may the wind and tides be with you. Matt, Kelly, Ethan, Boston, Dan and Hine. happy birthday JACK Dad, congratulations on this amazing milestone of your 90th Birthday. We wish you a special day that celebrates everything about your life. 9 decades of trials, tribulations, triumphs and memories. Your love, support and inspiration has truly made you a wonderful and very special Dad, Granddad, and Great-Grandad. Have a wonderful day, full of love From Dene, Sam, Jarna, Kristy and Rayne Does your business benefit from the tourism industry in the Bay? ie do you paint motels, install lighting for a retail business, service tourists’ cars, do some building work on a holiday home? Golden Bay Promotion If you do, then we encourage you to join ourAssociation association. What is the Golden Bay Promotion Association? We are a non-profit organisation run by a membership committee. Our membership of around 130 is made up of both local businesses and private individuals around Golden Bay. !"#$%&'($##&%%! !"#"$%"&'()*+,-./ In Golden Bay Our Vision is to get Golden Bay known nationally and internationally as a top quality, year-round visitor destination that offers a unique combination of memorable experiences. +TQVQK[QV;\WSM?ISMɇMTL5W\]MSI! Carole Horrell B H Sc (Podiatry) "#$%!&'(')(!*+(#!*&*'+*,+%! !"#$%&'($##&%%! !"#"$%"&'()*+,-./ Next session: Thursday 30 June )*'+,-'+,./'.+0/'$#'+0'1,/'2-,+'3'4"#$%&56$78%&9&&:;4$;<= +TQVQK[QV;\WSM?ISMɇMTL5W\]MSI! at Golden Bay Community Health Centre "#$%!&'(')(!*+(#!*&*'+*,+%! Phone 525 0060 for appointments www.mobilefeet.co.nz )*'+,-'+,./'.+0/'$#'+0'1,/'2-,+'3'4"#$%&56$78%&9&&:;4$;<= CATS & KITTENS We have: 2 ginger kittens, approx 8 weeks old 1 charcoal-coloured kitten 3 larger tabby kittens 1 very friendly black speyed female Please phone Carol Wells 525 9494 ANNUAL SUBS NOW DUE Subs are $10pp annually. Please post to PO Box 140, Takaka Submissions invited: Golden Bay pharmacy services changes Nelson Marlborough Health seeks submissions on a proposal to change the provision of pharmacy services to the Golden Bay region. The consultation document is available online at www.nmdhb.govt.nz/gb-pharmacy-consultation. You can also request a copy of the document by emailing gbaypharm@nmdhb.govt.nz The document includes instructions on how to make a submission. You are also invited to a public meeting where comments and themes will be recorded. Date and time: Monday 4 July at 6pm Venue: Senior Citizens’ Hall, 88 Commercial Street, Takaka Submissions close: 5pm on 29 July 2016 This space could be yours An ad this size costs $29 (GST incl) The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 What do we do to achieve this? We have the following publications: o Golden Bay Visitor Guide (biennial) – a comprehensive Golden Bay guide book available; distributed in key places around NZ including the Nelson and Wellington airports and the ferry circuits, to provide visitors with information about our attractions. This is funded by business advertising. o Golden Bay Map (annual) – a colour map of Golden Bay and directory of our members’ business locations. This is exclusive to Golden Bay Promotion Association members. We feature attractions around Golden Bay on our website www.goldenbaynz.co.nz where all members get a free directory listing. We advertise in different publications such as the Nelson Tasman Visitor Guide, Marlborough Nelson West Coast Great Time Guide, newspapers and in other media such as the Radio Network We participate in shows and exhibits such as the Wellington Food Show, Canterbury A & P Show, Golden Bay A & P Show, and other selected shows around NZ We help sponsor local Golden Bay events such as Santa Parade, the Tata Cardboard Race and other GB Recreation Events What are the benefits of membership to the association? Option to advertise at the Golden Bay Visitor Centre Free listing in the directory of the website: www.goldenbaynz.co.nz Option to advertise on the Golden Bay Map Opportunity to contribute to the Product Bank which is a list of products and services of members used in promoting Golden Bay to familiarization tours/ visits of tour operators, journalists, or as prize packages in competitions organised to promote GB. Chance to participate in business forum and seminars organised by the association Collingwood and Takaka main street businesses have free use of hanging baskets in front of their shops in the summer season (subject availability). Non-members are charged rental of $45 per basket. Receive regular updates on promotion campaigns and chance to participate in these campaigns What are the costs (GST inclusive)? Annual membership ( 01 April 2016 to 31 March 2017) : $160.00 Associate membership (2nd business with the same owner as main member) : $110.00 Website directory listing : FREE ; Website banner (icon with link on home page) $1,150.00 GB Map ad (optional) : $50.00 per listing on the back directory and $345.00 for a box ad on the front of map What are the advertising opportunities at Golden Bay Visitor Centre? Brochure display DLE (interior, discounted option available with exterior poster) Posters A3,A4 (interior) Posters A0, A1, A2 (exterior) TV Video or Slide Show display (free to those who advertise on posters) Where can I get more information? www.goldenbaynz.co.nz or contact: cynthia@goldenbaynz.co.nz ph : 03 525 8884 9 Trades and services / Mahi a ratonga gardener available for lightish tidying. Locally experienced. Ph Jessica 027 323 9275. concept plans, planting and construction detailing. Ph John Videler 027 874 4038. window cleaning. Ph Willem 022 134 1726. Micro hydro: design, build, advice. Ph Andrew 027 414 1606. Hedgerows and shelter belts cut, trimmed or topped. Golden Bay Hedge Trimmers. Ph Keith or Liz 525 7112. WOF at Kevin Hebberd Motorcycles & Mechanical. Ph 525 8233. Patons Rock Storage. Modern, insurance-approved, alarmed. Boats, vehicles, self-locking various sized units. Owner lives on premises. Ph Gavin 525 9956. Portable saw milling. High yield, low waste, bandsaw milling. Great for dimensional timber or flitches. Suitable for any log size on any site. Ph Tim 524 8997, 027 714 4232. LAWNmowing /garden maintenance. Reliable. Low cost. Friendly service. M&M Gardens Takaka, ph 525 7967. Freeview technician, for full installations, tuning and servicing. Ph Andrew 027 414 1606. septic tanks emptied. Ph Chris 525 9153. Margy Meys Sewing Studio. Dressmaker, designer, alterations, and sewing classes. Ph 525 9079. Buying a house, land or business? Get a better loan a better way. Anna McClure, mortgage adviser, ph or txt 021 755 611. anna@betterhomeloans.co.nz THAI massage. Thai national, qualified masseuse now resident in Takaka. Ph Nancy 027 360 9915. “Knuckles” Driving School. Ph 525 8100. golden Bay Electrical. Ph Paul Callaghan 027 316 2749. Travel for families, friends, groups and business. Ph Sue, Travel Gallery 021 555 836 or email sue@nztravelbrokers.co.nz hELPING HANDS 525 6226. Lawnmowing, scrubcutting, gardening, gutter cleaning plus full garden blitz. Storage /container hire. Your place (anywhere) or mine (Takaka). Ph Cheryl at Orange Mechanical Ltd 525 9991. TYRES at Kevin Hebberd Motorcycles & Mechanical. Ph 525 8233. Your local one-stop shop for all construction and maintenance work in Golden Bay Call us for good honest advice and free quotes on: • Road and driveway • House and building site construction development • Concrete construction • Farm roads/races • Sealing and asphalt • Excavation Phone: Kevin Bruning 027 433 5010 23 Old Wharf Road, Motueka t: 03 528 7530 or 0800 528 753 www.flooringxtra.co.nz motueka@flooringxtra.co.nz MOTUEKA For sale / Hei hokohoko electricians. Fuse Electrical Golden Bay. Ready to solve all your electrical needs. Ph Thomas 525 9300, 027 788 8500. Garage sale. 10-11.30am, Sunday 26 June. Furniture, appliances, lounge suite, wood lathe, 25mm water pipe, metal lathe, camping, gardening, etc. 420 Glenview Road. C OM P U T E R t e c h n o l o g y s p e c i a l i s t , p h W a r w i c k 027 814 2222. firewood. $180/3.6m3, dry pine. Ph 027 960 4540. Painting, varnishing, staining work. Interior/exterior. Free quotes, ph David 027 900 3683. windscreens. Replaced or repaired at Golden Bay Glass. 96 Commercial St. Ph 525 7274. tree removal, confined area felling, chipping, chipper hire. Fully insured. Ph 525 7597, 027 212 4020. BUSINESS. Earn $20,000 part-time or grow it. Trade Me 1083749200. lawnmowing. Pakawau, Bainham, Takaka to Wainui. Ph N Shaw 525 7597, 027 212 4020. niallshaw_6@hotmail. com half-price fabrics plus box of miscellaneous needlework specials at Stitch ‘n Sew till Monday 27 June. Building or renovating? AES Wastewater Treatment system: No power, 20-year warranty, supplying NZ from Golden Bay. www.et.nz, ph 525 9020. passport photos, quality guaranteed. Available any time. Ph Ken George 525 6235. Avocado plants. Ph 525 8342. bobcat/grader services. Tracks, driveways, landscape construction, general earthworks. Sparks Contracting ph 525 7096. Resene paint. DIY or phone Arlun, Rycari Painting 525 6036 for a free quote. Slash your electricity bill. Install a grid-connect PV system. Professional design and install. Ph Paul Stocker, Azimuth Renewables, 525 6019. headstones shop, G Miller & Sons. Ph Rose Slow 525 9213. Cottage Plants Onekaka. Perennial specialists. Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Ph 525 9253. Gibstopping /coving (NCPB qualified). Local friendly service. Ph Rob McDonald Plastering, 027 712 2552, a/h 525 6005. GB chimney sweepING, SPIDER AND FLY SPRAYING Ph 525 6267 or 027 434 5405 Takaka Self Storage, Commercial Street. Have containers (new) available. Excellent security, cameras etc. Ph 525 6181. need wood splitting? Ph Peter van der Meer 525 9928. computer repairs, upgrades and service. Ph Joshua 027 831 4156. Golden Bay Digger Hire 1.7 tonne. Ph 027 713 0684 Chimney cleaning, handyman, Dennis Sage ph 027 873 0726. ACCOUNTANT. Long-standing market leader with unbeatable professional qualifications and experience. Warn & Associates, ph 525 9919. Sol Morgan, GroWise Consultancy. Away till mid August. For earlier pruning call Martin Holtman 027 774 9083. golden bay glass. Windscreen replacement or repairs. 96 Commercial St. Ph 525 7274. Cars wanted. Will pick up for free (some conditions apply). Motueka Auto Parts. Ph 03 528 9576. ACCOUNTANT and tax advisor. All Inland Revenue returns filed for big and small businesses and individuals. Selfemployed and rental property reports prepared. Day and evening appointments available. Ph Susan Ayton Shaw 0508 TAXAYTON or email taxayton@gmail.com Landplan. Landscape architect for all your planning and consent requirements including landscape assessments, 10 Ph 525 9482 13 Buxton Lane, Takaka dry in-season firewood. 75% off secondhand goods. Bay Firewood ph 525 9560. Closed Saturdays. CURTAINS, blinds, fabric, cushions, liners, metal hold backs, curtain rods, tracks, and components. Imagine designs, for all your curtains and blinds, next to GB Glass, come and have a look. Takaka Concrete Products WINTER SALE 20% OFF EVERYTHING for the next 2 months we are having a SALE offer ends 31st July 2016 Great reason to BUY LOCAL solid - re-inforced s-s extra strong local busine al people supporting loc Save $ on expensive feed being wasted over our wet winter months and buy our strong relocatable feed bins ALL BULK ORDERS can be priced specially and get a great deal !!! Phone Chris 027 308 2977 on Site After Hrs 03 525 8350 - Phone Shane 027 445 1417 51 Motupipi Street Takaka The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 For sale / Hei hokohoko Same 4WD mini tauro 60hp tractor. Good starter, hydraulics working well, good tyres. $5000. Ph John 027 268 4687 for further discussion. Toyota Paseo Coupe 1991. Great runner and economical. WOF and reg. New CV joint, new Pioneer MP4 stereo. $2000 ono. Ph David 027 900 3683. Cedar hot tub, wood-fired. You need this for winter. Large 1.8m in stock, come and view, can be delivered within days www.mattwalkerjoinery.co.nz, ph 525 8031. Spend Spe pend nd d ove overr $ $4 $40, 40, fill outt the 40, 40 the entry th e entr ntry form form and an a nd nd once once a week, week, wee k, for for four four fo weeks, a lucky customer in each FreshChoice supermarket will have this month’s power/gas bill paid back, up to $350. Terms and conditions apply. See in-store for details or go to FreshChoice.co.nz. Competition runs 27 June to 24 July 2016. Single horse float, nice and tidy, $3000 ono. Ph 525 8663. Call into the Vet Clinic for our winter specials. Pet beds: indoor and outdoor styles to suit all sizes. Large range of dog coats – knitted, waterproof, warm. Some items at sale prices. Country Store Winter Hours - Closed Saturdays until 23rd July 6 $ 99 Baleage for Sale Please contact Warick to discuss price and delivery options 027 525 9192 kg (Excludes Free Range) 799 $ 2 $ 99 Fresh NZ Pork Leg Roast 300 799 $ each Tegel Frozen Chicken No 14 Sweet Juicy Seedless Mandarins kg $ each Mainland Mild/Colby/Edam Cheese 1kg each Griffin’s Cookie Bear/Wine/Gingernut/ Krispie/Shrewsbury Biscuits Twin Pack WINE DEAL OF THE WEEK 8 1699 $ pack Speight’s Gold Medal Ale/Summit 12 x 330ml Bottles 13 Willow St, Takaka. Open 8am-7pm, 7 days. $ Montana Classic 750ml Cadbury Chocolate Block 155-200g FreshChoice.co.nz each FreshChoiceNZ each 525 9383 FreshChoice Takaka Certain products may not be available in all stores. Savings are based on non-promotional price. Limits may apply. Prices apply from Monday 27th June to Sunday 3rd July 2016, or while stocks last. Owned and operated by locals FCGB2406 FreshChoice Takaka 299 $ 99 Health & wellbeing / Hauora Ask about our locals card Mon-Fri 9.30-5.00, Sat 10-2-ish Ph 525 9990 new range of possum/merino clothing donna Haliday. Therapeutic massage, Reiki and toning. Ph 525 8333. Franca Morani, massage therapist, Reiki master. Ph 525 6202, 027 441 8137. ortho-bionomy®. Gentle techniques to facilitate the body’s innate capacity to realign and heal itself. Ph Susan 525 9795. HOMEOPATHY at Golden Bay Health Centre with Amalia Fish, reg homeopath, 23 years’ experience, UK-trained. Ph 03 926 3476, 022 327 7904. Polarity Therapy. Surprise yourself with this subtle, effective modality. Visit www.holdingwholeness.co.nz for more info. Ph Marsha Jones 027 944 8988. complete Healthcare with NIS by Neurolink, using neuroscience principles to achieve optimum health. 2015 Masters series. Practitioner Anne Michell. Ph 525 8733. Thai yoga massage, deep tissue massage, relaxation. Ph Debora O’Callaghan 525 8794, 021 185 8795. Tracey Smith. Structural soft tissue therapies for musculoskeletal realignment and pain relief. NST Bowen Therapy, AMT. Cert NZCM. MNZ member. Gift vouchers available. Ph 525 8449, 021 293 9076. REIKI. Treatments and all levels of attunements. Ph Nanditha, Reiki Master, 021 0828 4311. Hair Revolution. Excellence in hairdressing, waxing and facials. Feel beautiful. Ph 525 9898. CAROLYN Simon: Craniosacral therapist for babies, children, adults. Pain and trauma resolution. Naturopathy, flower essences, herbals. Ph 525 8544 or 027 483 5865. To give away / Koha casement windows, old-fashioned style. Wooden kitchen chairs. Internal wooden doors. Shacklock wood/coal range. All removed from old house. For more details and to view ph Carol 525 9494. Wanted / Hiahia gas oven with hob and grill, smaller size. Ph 027 672 1648. GRACE: therapeutic and sports massage, postural analysis, relief from musculoskeletal pain. Dip Mass CCNM. Ph 525 8106 or 021 346 642. Simon Jones: Counselling and mentoring, 25 years’ experience. Ph 525 8542, 027 599 9696. Massage and trigger point therapy for chronic muscular pain, dysfunction, sports performance. Specialising in unresolved muscular pain. 20 years’ experience. Ph Paul 027 772 7334, 54 Commercial Street. PHYSIO. Tudor Burchill. Massage, manipulation, acupuncture, electrical stimulation. ACC-accredited. Ph 021 207 6256. Trauma Reframed A workshop with Nicola Kim Finlayson and Premal Gauntlett teaching self-management skills to recover from trauma Date: 27-28 August 2016 10am – 4.30pm Venue: Community Centre, 88 Commercial Street, Takaka Cost: $300, early bird $250 until 31st July email or text for more info: nicola.finlayson@gmail.com / 027 5256032 prem@ihug.co.nz / 021 0756924 tutor wanted for NCEA level one student. Ph Anita 525 8177. The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 11 Property available / Rawa watea flat, two-bedroom, in Rototai Road, close to schools. Ph 525 9030 or 021 051 6918. ROTOTAI, two large rooms in new home. $125/week each plus bills. Fully furnished. Non-smokers. Share mid-40’s owner and cat. Ph 027 423 7428. to rent, four-bedroom house or could also be commercial property/offices, 96 Commercial Street, Takaka. Popular location. Ph 027 622 2228. eye SITE the Our next visit to Takaka: Tuesday 12 JULY commercial premises for lease, 50-450m , 6-8 Commercial Street. Ph 021 0835 7934. nEyecare nSPECTACLES nCONTACT LENSES WE ARE CommitteD TO PROVIDING FRIENDLY PROFESSIONAL EYECARE AT REALISTIC PRICES Neil Esposito 2 Sunny, open-plan living, three-bedroom home to let long term. Handy to town, semi-rural. Nice. $300/week. Ph 022 170 7398. rooms available in large house in Hamama for mature working person or solo mother. Ph 027 384 5953. Property wanted / Rawa hiahia multipurpose residential space for two. Grayham Forscutt ph 525 6053, abell3558@gmail.com BSc Dip Opt Your eyes are special WHAT A FIND!! ! "#"$ %#%&'&' (((" ! "#"$ For All Your Property Management and Rental Requirements House bus available, close to town, self-contained, includes power and broadband. Ph 021 755 676. house for rent. Three bedrooms, warm, long term, walking distance to GBHS. $280/week. Ph 021 040 9383. FOR sale. Rototai, as-new four-bedroom home, $350,000. Trademe 1082991854. The essence of good vision For appointments ph 525 9702 Short, Long Term & Holiday Homes We offer a full range of services from rental appraisals, assessing tenants to full management of all types of properties Property Maintenance & Assistance We offer total house cleaning, water blasting, lawn mowing and more Experience Our Hands On Approach & Call Us Today Shona Martin | Property Manager P 0800 4 shona (74662)| M 021 217 8959 E shona@shonasrentals.co.nz www.shonasrentals.co.nz WHAT'S ON YOUR WISH LIST? NEW LISTING/OPEN HOME - Let us look after them - Offering ACC-Registered diagnostic Physiotherapy and Clinical Massage Therapy We specialise in: • • • • • • Sports Injuries Complex Musculoskeletal injuries and problems Sports Screening / Muscle balance assessments Postural Correction Exercise Rehabilitation Massage Therapy Ask us about our no-cost initial Physiotherapy assessment Contact: Aaron or Michelle to organise your appointment today 0800 PHYS EX (749 739) / 03 525 8437 Looking for something in Town? Well look what I've found! This is a real beauty, just move in and enjoy the modern kitchen, open-plan living, the warmth of a log fire on wetback, HRV, mostly double-glazed, and all day sun!! Section size is 966m2, add on top of that, three bedrooms, and a double garage and the package is complete!!! All within walking distance to both secondary and primary schools and store. Be quick as this has attracted a lot of attention!!! Priced at $359,000. OPEN HOME: Saturday 25 June 2-2.30pm www.goldenbayproperty.com Reference: 3491 Contact Sarah-Jane Brown ph 0274 222 577 GOLDEN BAY FIRST NATIONAL Licensed Agents REAA 2008. 50 Commercial Street, Takaka 12 Feary Crescent, Takaka Spacious, open-plan living? Two good-sized bedrooms? Sunny conservatory? Log fire with wetback? Huge, single, internal access garage with workshop space and wood storage? Glasshouse? Garden space? This ticks all the boxes!! Call me to view. OPEN HOME: Saturday 25 June 1-1.30pm DEADLINE SALE: 4pm Thursday 30 June (unless sold prior) www.goldenbayproperty.com Reference: 3488 Call Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 GOLDEN BAY FIRST NATIONAL Licensed Agents REAA 2008. 50 Commercial Street, Takaka ǘ -4- . )/Ȑ&& )/# #) /*0$'- ( #*2*0')*/2)/#*0. /#/'**&.(5$)"*./.' ../*-0)Ǽ '$1 -. // -*(!*-/)$.2*) -!0'.+ /* $)Ǽ 1 -44Ȃ#$.. /$*) *ƙ -./# #) /*0$'/#/- (ǻ ./!$)"Ǽ+-$14//# &) 2*) -!0'1$ 2.*1 -/# .0$1$.$*)) ./0-4ǻ$1 /*4Ǽ0/2# ) 0$'$)"4*0*$/!*-/# !0/0- Ȁ $ 2222ǻ#-*0-/.ǻ*ǻ)5ȟǚǜǚǜ $/#4*0''/# 24ǻ *(($// /* 3 '' ) ǻ Can’t find last week’s paper to look up that phone number? Go to: www.gbweekly.co.nz 12 The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Newslineupdate 24 JUNE 2016 K e e p i n g yo u i n fo r m e d a b o u t n e ws a n d e ve nt s i n Ta s m a n D i s t r i c t RESOURCE CONSENTS PUBLIC NOTICES The Council has received an application for resource consents, which has been publicly notified in The Nelson Mail. The application and supporting information may be examined in any Council office. The full public notice may be found online at Council’s website (www.tasman.govt.nz). Any person may make a submission on the application in accordance with Section 96 of the Resource Management Act 1991. Submission forms are available from Council offices and on Council’s website. Please note that the following is an abridged advisory notice only. Rates rebate Applicant: Greenways (2010) Limited (P & R Windle) You may qualify for a refund of a portion of your rates. You have until 30 June 2016 to apply for a rebate for the 2015/2016 rating year. You will have automatically received a rates rebate application form and guide if you have received a rates rebate in the past. These were sent in mid to late August 2015. You need to pay your rates account as usual. We will credit the rates rebate amount to your rates account and notify you once your application has been processed. For more information go to www.tasman.govt.nz/property/rates/rates-rebate Location: Access off Park Avenue, Takaka Subdivision Consent (Application RM160469) To subdivide Rural 1 zoned land into 25 residential allotments with Roads 1 and 2 to vest with Council. The application proposes to provide only one footpath on proposed Roads 1 and 2, and to reduce the width of Right of way A; these are reductions in the standards specified within the Tasman Resource Management Plan. Land Use Consent (Application RM160387) Construction of a dwelling on each of Lots 1 – 25 on land zoned Rural 1. Submissions due: 4.30 pm on Monday 27 June 2016. join our community: Twitter • Facebook • Website 24 Hour Assistance Richmond 03 543 8400 Murchison 03 523 1013 The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 Motueka Takaka 03 528 2022 03 525 0020 COUNCIL MEETINGS Agendas and Minutes for Council Meetings can be viewed on Council’s website at www.tasman.govt.nz Motueka Community Board Open Forum Motueka Service Centre, 7 Hickmott Place, Motueka, Tuesday 28 June 2016, 7.00 pm. Open forum Regional Pest Management Joint Committee Meeting Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Wednesday 29 June 2016, 9.30 am. No public forum Full Council Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 30 June 2016, 9.30 am. Public forum Tasman Regional Transport Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Monday 4 July 2016, 9.30 am. No public forum Engineering Services Committee Tasman Council Chambers, 189 Queen Street, Richmond, Thursday 7 July 2016, 9.30 am. Public forum 10346 HotHouse Communications Consent Type, Application Number and Proposal: 13 Situations vacant / Tūranga wātea Eating out / Kai wahi kē Upcoming events / Mea pakiri haere Cleaner wanted, two hours/week, Tuesday/Thursday between 1-3pm. Ph GB Workcentre 525 8099. (changed from Thursday), open from 9am, 6 days for choicest coffees and excellent eats, Pohara beach. FRIDAY 24 JUNE Employment wanted / Hiahia mahi TOTOS Café & GALLERY. Enjoy excellent wood-fired pizza and refreshments, next to the Abel Tasman National Park. Open in winter for weekends unless raining from 10am-5pm. Ph 021 187 1849 or 03 970 7934. Builder /hammerhand looking for work in the Bay. Anything considered. Ph Selwyn 027 450 6976. Specialist Agricultural Machinery Operator For fixed term contract 1/9/16 to 30/4/17 Must have current driver’s license and min 2 years’ experience driving and working with agricultural machinery, good mechanical skills, good time-keeping and attention to detail. Minimum of 50 hours a week but must be available for more. Retail assistant required $7 coffee and cake Golden Bay Museum Society AGM, 2pm, Anglican Church Hall, 42 Commercial St. Speaker: Dick Lamb, gold mining in the Parapara River. Weekdays 11am-5pm marble mountain country music club, meets 7.30pm, Senior Citizens’ Hall. All welcome. TUESDAY 28 JUNE Café by day, relaxed bistro dining by night Eating out / Kai wahi kē curry Leaf. Open 7 days, 11.30am til late. Chef-made food, takeaway prices. Ph 525 8481. Phone orders welcome. dangerous KItchen. New winter hours: MondayWednesday 9am-4pm, Thursday-Saturday 9am-8.30pm. Closed Sunday. Ph 525 8686 for bookings and takeaways. DE-LISH DELICATESSEN. Sumptuous, delicious food. Lunches, catering, coffee, chocolate, cheeses and epicure items. Eat-in or take out. Downtown Takaka. Ph 525 7111. ! farewell Spit CafÉ. Open Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, 10am-4pm. Ph 524 8454. MANNA. Gluten-free, organic Indian food. Vegan, nightshade-free options. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 11am2pm and 4-7pm. Menu online at www.manna.net.nz. Ph 021 500 870. old School CafÉ. Open 4pm till late Thursday, Friday; 11am till late Saturday, Sunday. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Ph 524 8457. PENGUIN CAFÉ. Open Tuesday-Sunday, 11am-close. Closed Monday. Ph 525 6126. PLAN B CAFÉ & BAR. Open daily from 3pm, closed Tuesday, Wednesday. Reservations ph 525 7678. POHARA GENERAL STORE. Open Monday-Thursday 7am7pm; Friday 7am-7.30pm; Saturday 8am-7.30pm; Sunday 8am-7pm. Home-made food, great coffee, groceries and lots more. Takeaways open Friday and Saturday 5-7pm-ish. Great fish & chips, burgers and the best pizzas. Gluten-free options available. Phone orders welcome on 525 9591. www.poharastore.co.nz Ratanui Lodge: Closed for winter break, re-opening 1 July. roots BAR. Open Tuesday-Sunday 2pm to late, closed Monday. Gourmet wild burgers, open fire, good beer, good people. Ph 525 9592. THE GUMBOOT AND THE MOREPORK. Café by day, relaxed bistro dining by night. Open 6 days, Monday-Friday 6am-9pm, Saturday 8am-9pm. Closed Sunday. 2 Motupipi St, Takaka. Ph 027 667 3767, 525 7441. The Mussel Inn. 7 days, 11am to late. TOTALLY ROASTED CAFÉ will be closed on Wednesdays 14 COSTUME HIRE, 7-9pm at The Playhouse. Ph 525 8338. Camera Club meeting, 7pm, St John building at Golden Bay show grounds. All welcome. If you need more info please email Lester: gbcameraclub2014@gmail.com OPENING HOURS: Monday to Friday: 6am to 9pm Saturday: 8am to 9pm CLOSED SUNDAY Ph 525 7265 courthouse Café Collingwood. Open 6 days, 8am4pm. Closed Wednesdays. Pizza nights back in spring. Ph 524 8194. WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE Open 7 days, from 11am 90 Commercial St, Takaka Bookings appreciated: 525 9636 6 Commercial Street, Takaka Brigand Café. Open 7 days from 11am. Providers of great food and live entertainment. 90 Commercial Street, Takaka. Ph 525 9636. COMMUNITY AND WHANAU MONTHLY MEETING. 12–1pm, Community Centre. Guest speakers: Jan Dahl and Helen Kingston from Abbeyfield. Bring your lunch (tea and coffee provided) and any community notices, events or issues to share. Everyone welcome. See you there. gb weekly deadline: noon on Tuesdays. Late fees apply until 4pm Tuesdays. Email: admin@gbweekly.co.nz $15 lunch specials Open mic NIGHT: Thursday 9pm HAPPY HOUR: Friday 4pm to 6pm Applications close Wednesday 29th June 2016 6 Commercial St, Takaka Email: goldenbay@hammerhardware.co.nz Phone: 525 7265 ANATOKI Salmon, the place to have your lunch. Great selection of salmon-related food, beautiful coffee and fully licenced café. Great value for money. Open all year round from 9am until 5pm. Ph 525 7251. action songs for pre-schoolers. Fridays, 10-11am, Anglican Church Hall (behind church). $2 koha. sUNDAY 26 JUNE Please email CV and cover letter to jamescrawfordnz@live.com We are looking for a retail assistant to join our team. Full-time or flexible hours will be considered, for the right applicant. Call in to collect a job description. Meditation and self defence? Learn Wing Chun KuenChinese boxing. Private training $60/hour. Public class $10, 6-9pm, Masonic Hall. Structure. Reflex. Sensitivity. Awareness. www.earleswingchun.com Ph James 04 889 0840. later events Rural Halls mid-winter variety concerts, Golden Bay Choir. Saturday 2 July, 2pm, East Takaka Hall. Sunday 3 July, 2pm, Puramahoi Hall. Entry by koha. Tea, coffee refreshments after concerts. Teas, espresso coffee, brunch menu. Cabinet selection: Cakes, scones, muffins, pies, sausage rolls, sandwiches, wraps. Packed lunches made to order. $15 hot meals eat-in or take away (ph/text order). Motupipi Hall Mid-Winter Dinner, Saturday 2 July. Lunch 12pm, $20pp. Produce, baking, raffle. 6am-3pm: Brunch, burgers, pizzas and cabinet food available 3pm-5pm: Cabinet food as well as fries, wedges and pizza 5pm-9pm: Mains, burgers, pizza and desserts GBHS Pacers Quiz Night, 23 July. Get your friends together to make a team of six for a night of entertainment, food and laughter. Tickets ($90/table) available from Bird’s Gift Emporium and Golden Bay High School. 2 Motupipi Street, Takaka. 027 667 3767, 525 7441 Learning / Akonga / Huarahi ako/mahi AGM Spanish. Ph 021 211 1339, spanish.in.goldenbay@gmail. com guitar and voice lessons. Ph Donna 525 8333. Thursday 30 June 7pm church services on sundays Abbeyfield House – 162 Commerical Street. golden Bay Anglican Church warmly invites you to join them each Sunday, 10am at Takaka and 4.45pm at Collingwood. All welcome - come and find out what is happening at Abbeyfield in Golden Bay...residents, family and friends especially welcome. St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church invites you to join with us at 10am for morning worship. Guest speaker: Rev Joanna Warren. Ph 525 8089. Enquiries to Ann ph 525 9547 - Dick ph 525 9606 or to the House 525 9589 Mark your diary NOW! catholic Mass times at Sacred Heart Parish, Takaka: Saturday vigil, 4pm. For enquiries, contact Fr Seph Pjfers, ph 03 544 8987. Mass is held behind the historic church building in the former Catholic Hall. All welcome. ! ! ! !"#$%&'!()*+,(-'./'%0' ! "#$!%&'!('&)!*'+,#-'.! !"#$%&&'()*+,#-./#0+1+1+2####33324%567,*&*.'52%(4########89:#;<;!#<=;# 8+>.%(>:#?+@*5#A#?%(%.9B#09%(C'# THE PLAYHOUSE Park Ave, Takaka Thursday 30 June & Friday 1 July 7.30pm Sunday 2 July 4pm Tickets from Unlimited Copies Mon-Fri !"#$#%&&'(()*$"+%&,-./-&(")*#&0123&,.4-&5#6& $12 Adults, Students $10 with children’s church A GROUP-DEVISED PIECE OF PHYSICAL THEATRE. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 9 YEARS Christian Church of Golden Bay Service Matthew 13: 31 - 32 at 10am Senior Citizens’ Hall Senior pastor: Phil Baker ph 525 8396. Church pastors: Jason and Teresa Brough ph 525 9971, and Carol Baker ph 525 8396 or 027 429 8088. Bay Choir “Rural Hall’’s Hall’’sGolden Mid-Winter Variety “Rural Mid-Winter Variety “Rural Hall’’s Mid-Winter Variety Concerts” Concerts” Kahurangi Christian Church Be Loved Be Encouraged Belong Join us at Kahurangi Function Centre 10:30am Sundays. Kid’s time during term. Ph Robin Swafford 524 8498. Golden Bay Bay Choir Choir Golden Concerts” Saturday22July July2016 2016 at at 2pm Saturday Saturday 2 July 2016 at2pm 2pm Sunday 3 July 2016 at 2pm Sunday 3 July 2016 Sunday 3 July 2016atat2pm 2pm East Takaka Hall EastTakaka Takaka East HallHall Puramahoi Hall Puramahoi Hall Puramahoi Hall Halls will be well-heated. Halls willbe bewell-heated. well-heated. Halls will Tea/coffee/cake will be servedafter after Tea/coffee/cake will be served Tea/coffee/cake will be served after both concerts audience both concertsfor forchoir choir and and audience both concerts for choir and audience Entrywill willbe be by by koha koha Entry Entrywill will bedonated by koha proceeds willbe be donated to NetNet proceeds tothe thehall hall (“Your donation will support our donation!”) Net proceeds willwill besupport donated to the hall (“Your donation our donation!”) (“Your donation will support our donation!”) The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 JESUS HEALS Coming events at The Mussel Inn Sat 25th PULP FUNKSHUN - the best of Golden Bay. Supported by the GBHS Rockquest band THE HOARD. 7:00 p.m. Friday 24 and Saturday 25 June 2016 Thur 30th QUIZ. 7.30pm, all welcome. JULY Sat 2nd DIE KRABBEN - trash island surf rocking Grant's 60th! Sun 3rd THE GREAT MUSSEL INN BEER TASTING COMPETITION - SOLD OUT! Thur 7th LIVE POETS - Poetry SLAM heats. 7.30pm, all welcome. Healing meetings hosted by Nelson Churches Network at Golden Bay Community Centre, 88 Commercial Street, TAKAKA Thur 14th QUIZ. 7.30pm, all welcome. www.nelsonchurchesnetwork.org.nz Golden Bay Associated Football Club Fixtures Sat 16th TO O M A NY C H I E F S - c l a s s i c K i w i countryana NELSON’S HOTTEST THREE-PIECE Saturday 25th June 1:15pm & 3pm Mens 1st Team Vs Richmond Hornbills - Home Mens 2nd Team Vs Richmond Thistle - Home Womens 1st Team Vs Nelson C. 2nd Team - Home Saturday 2nd July1:15pm Mens 1st Team Vs FC Nelson Locomotive - Away Mens 2nd Team Vs Motueka 2nd Team - Away Womens 1st Team Vs Motueka Angels - Home After home match presentaions and drinks at Roots Bar. Gourmet wild food, Open fire, Good beer, Good people www.rootsbar.co.nz Sat 23rd CLOSING FOR THE SEASON PARTY PARTY with THE GYPSY PICKERS Re-opening Friday 16th September www.musselinn.co.nz for the goss UPCOMING GIGS & EVENTS... 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The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016 For bookings phone 525 8453 Film information may be found at www.villagetheatre.org.nz TAKAKA FUELS & FISHING Winter clothing specials in store now this week’s solution Golden Bay weather forecast 4:49 am 5:14 pm Best at Good 5:39 am 6:04 pm Best at Good 6:30 am 6:56 pm Best at Good 7:22 am 7:48 pm Best at Good 8:15 am 8:42 pm Best at Good 9:10 am 9:39 pm www.ofu.co.nz 15 50 Commercial Street, Takaka Golden Bay First National Licensed REAA 2008 - MREINZ www.goldenbayproperty.com RARELY FOUND IN GOLDEN BAY JUST 11 STEPS…... 1295 COLLINGWOOD-BAINHAM MAIN ROAD A 44.2ha block in a mixture of pastureland & bush, 13kms inland from Collingwood. Securely fenced in 12 paddocks, with an excellent water supply. Includes a privately situated, cosy, unpermitted fully serviced 1 bdrm cottage. Solar power & generator backup, plus x2 3-bay sheds. Call Brian. Ref: 3460 Price By Negotiation Contact: Brian Taylor 0274 540 355 WAINUI CALLING! 252 PATONS ROCK ROAD NOW $399,000 ....to Patons Rock Beach, this is the perfect holiday spot just minutes to launch the boat! This 2 bdrm bach comes fully furnished & ready to use. Take the 1st step! Call me! James Mackay 027 359 0892 Ref: 3412 Price: $550,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 10A PARK AVENUE, TAKAKA LI NEW ST IN G 6.27ha in beautiful Wainui - garden with established fruit trees, paddocks & bush. 3 bdrm, 2 storey rustic character home with timber features. Open plan living & lovely deck. Hydro scheme providing power, room for grazing & veggie gardens. Ref: 3210 Located close to town this two bedroom sunny unit is ready to move into… it’s been tastefully redecorated and landscaped and is ready for its new owner. Call me for a time to view, but be quick! Ref: 3489 OPEN HOME Saturday 3.30 - 4.00pm VIEWS, VIEWS & MORE VIEWS! Deadline Sale: 4pm Thurs 30th June (USP) James Mackay 027 359 0892 GET CRACKING ON MEIHANA ST! 113 & 119 BAY VISTA DRIVE 30 MEIHANA ST, TAKAKA These 2 Pohara blocks have it all. A 360 degree panaroma from the snow capped alps to the sparkling water of Golden Bay. Power & phone to boundary. 113 Bay Vista Dr 7075m2 119 Bay Vista Dr 8480m2 Ref: 2810 Price: A great family starter - 3 bdrms, conservatory, logfire, heatpump, large timber decking, internal single care garaging & plenty of off street parking. So get cracking & put your own stamp on this family home. Call me for your appt to view. Ref: 3485 $210,000 each Price: Sarah-Jane Brown 0274 222577 or Annie Telford 027 249 1408 $319,000 Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 GREAT PLACE - GREAT SPACE AND SO CLOSE TO TOWN! 156 PUPU VALLEY ROAD 6 SUNBELT CRES, TAKAKA Price: Price: Set amongst established gardens, this lifestyle home on 17.65ha is tranquil & the outlook is superb. A lovely location elevated above the Takaka River, near Te Waikoropupu Springs. Only 5 kms from Town. Call me to view. Ref: 3477 This 878m2 section is a real find! Set in an already established garden. Situated just out of Takaka Township, within easy walking distance if you wish. Call me to come & view & just see for yourself what is on offer here. Ref: 3481 $890,000 Annie Telford 027 249 1408 $115,000 Sarah-Jane Brown 0274 222577 POHARA SECTION - GREAT PRICE! RE PR DU ICE CE D RE PR DU ICE CE D QUALITY TOWNHOUSE 1840 ABEL TASMAN DRIVE PEACEFUL IN PAKAWAU 8 KOWHATU GROVE, POHARA 1236 CWD-PUPONGA MAIN RD Price: Price: Nicely elevated section, in a quiet cul -de-sac, close to the bush but with sea views across the Bay to the western ranges. 756m2 with power, phone & sewage connections ready for your new dream home. Call Annie for further info. Ref: 3069 Two cute one bdrm fully self contained cottages in Pakawau, one with beachfront views & the other with estuary views set amongst established trees for peace & privacy. Watch the winter sunrise, & be ready for the summer sunsets Ref: 3469 NOW $160,000 Sarah-Jane Brown 0274 222577 ORIGINAL CHARMER AT PARAPARA Ph: (03) 525 8800 $420,000 Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 FEAST YOUR EYES!! THE BEST ‘TIL LAST PERFECT IN PUPONGA 60 TANGMERE ROAD, ROTOTAI $795,000+GST IF ANY 9ha of fenced pastureland, water supply, bush, not far from town. Fantastic 2013 Lockwood family home, superb kitchen, so much more…..Paul McConnon 0275 042 872 or James Mackay 027 359 0892 Ref: 3429 1313 ABEL TASMAN DRIVE, TATA BEACH $175,000 Your opportunity to build a beach home with a sea view on an easy care 450m2 section at Tata Beach is too good to miss! Last section available here. Call me for details. Annie Telford 027 249 1408 Ref: 3468 8 FREEMAN ACCESS, PUPONGA $320,000 The perfect bach in beautiful Puponga! Well set back from the road offering privacy. 3 bdrms, open plan living, wood fire, HRV system, sunny deck, veggie garden….lots more! Belinda J Barnes 021 236 2840 Ref: 3210 D L SO 22 PARAPARA ESPLANADE $440,000 This original 1970’s bach effuses retro charm & visions of long hot summers at the beach an now t he new owners can look forward to making their holiday memories here! Annie Telford 027 249 1408 Ref: 3484 Sharon McConnon Manager 16 Helen Hodgkinson Paul McConnon Annie Telford Brian Taylor Sarah-Jane Brown James Mackay AREINZ Belinda J Barnes AREINZ The GB Weekly, Friday 24 june 2016