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For a number of families strug-gling this Christmas, help is on its way.

The Marlborough Women’s Ref-uge and Foster Hope’s Kits for Kids collected the last of the Christmas donations left at the Sun office yesterday and are now in the process of sorting and wrapping them.

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Marlborough Women’s Refuge manager Rachel Black.

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A fine and warm Christmas day is likely for Blenheim but everyone will have to survive some weekend rain first.

MetService media and communica-tions meteorologist, John Law says a long-range forecast suggests Blenheim will have a high of 25 degrees Celsius for the big day buffeted by a north easterly

breeze.“There will be wet weather this

weekend but there is meant to be a more settled pattern come the start of the week.”

Law says a large high is likely to sta-tion itself over the east of the country which should see temperatures return

to summer levels in time for the big day.“It should bring the kind of weather

that the people of Marlborough want to stick around.”

Law says as long as wind and atmos-pheric conditions stay the same, the summer weather should last well close to the start of 2015.

Warm Christmas expected

by Jacob PageSpringlands School pupil Li-

lah Bowers has won a national competition with a cover design for limited edition exercise books that will be donated to low decile schools around New Zealand.

The national Art for Books competition, run by Warehouse Stationery, invited primary, intermediate and secondary school students to design a new cover for Impact 1B5 books with iconic New Zealand artist Dick Frizzell judging the 500-plus entries.

Lilah took out the top prize for the primary school level with a

colourful depiction of children painting a school-themed mu-ral. “Lilah’s design is original, clearly stated and remarkably well envisaged,” says Frizzell.

“It all came together and really stood out from other entries.”

The 11-year-old says she was inspired by the arts and crafts programme, and planning for a mural at her school. “I love doing art and being creative. I really like putting my own mark on things that I draw or paint,” says Lilah, who screamed with excitement when she discovered she had won the competition.

Mum Heather Bowers says Li-lah saves all her pocket money to buy art supplies, and makes paintings and drawings for friends and family constantly. “She immediately wanted to enter the competition, and re-

ally thought about the book and how her design would look on it,” adds Heather.

In recognition of her winning design, Lilah will receive an iPad and a $250 Warehouse Stationery voucher, and her school will receive a $1000 Warehouse Stationery voucher.

Thousands of limited edition books bearing the three win-ning designs will be printed by Warehouse Stationery, and a total of 120,000 creatively covered books will be distrib-uted to low decile schools in early February to coincide with pupils returning to school.

Lilah shows artistic flair

Continued from page 1Everything from brand new children’s

toys and clothing, to perfume, jewellery and beauty products were donated by the bag loads for The Sun’s Annual Christmas Appeal for charity.

Marlborough Women’s Refuge manager Rachel Black says she was amazed at the amount of donations given, and excited for the families who would be receiving them.

“Finances are tight for many families and the pressure of having to pay rent as well as buy Christmas presents really does affect them.

“Domestic violence does increase before and after Christmas and the children we have coming through are of all ages.

“Anything we can do to make things better for the kids, mum and the family has got to

be a good thing, and thanks to the incredible generosity of the community, these families will have a less stressful Christmas,” she says.

Kits for Kids coordinator Mary Hart says she was ‘blown away’ and left feeling emotional after seeing what the community had donated.

“I do this work for the kids, and to know that these foster kids who are going through are difficult time will have something that is special for them, this really makes me happy.

“I don’t know if I could thank everyone enough for their kindness and willingness to support this cause,” she says.

Right: Kits for Kids coordinator Mary Hart with just a small amount of what has been donated to the Sun’s annual Christmas Appeal.

Sun appeal well supported by community

Lilah Bowers.

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Wellington teenager Anna Plunkett became the 93rd person to complete a swim of the Cook Strait, on Tuesday.

The 17-year-old from the Worser Bay Life Saving Club followed Barrie Devonport who made history as the first person in modern times to swim Cook Strait in 1962.

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SHELLFISH CLOSUREThe Nelson Marlborough medical

officer of health, Dr Ed Kiddle, has warned the public not to take or eat shellfish from the Onapua/Opua Bays in Tory Channel.

“Routine testing of shellfish in this area has shown higher than accept-able levels of Saxitoxin to be present.”

People who want more information about the safety of shellfish in their possession should contact the On Call Health Protection Officer on (03) 520 9999. People who become ill after eating shellfish should seek medical attention.

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The reaction to the new identity has been overwhelmingly positive, Marlborough mayor Alistair Sow-man says.

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heim’s oldest rock band, Condition Red, had not started school when the band was a regular act at bars and clubs in the early 1990s.

However, 25-year-old Shelley Fraser is more than holding up her end of the deal with these veteran musicians.

Fraser was plucked from the relative obscurity of a karaoke night three years ago and had her arm twisted to play with the band after they lost lead vocalist, Steve McManus to an ear issue.

The band which has only performed a couple of times over the past two years is preparing for a New Year’s Eve gig at the Royal Hotel.

Founding members, Cyril Dawson, Steve “Bunty” Kennett and Richard ‘Rizzo’ Mc-Garry say they’ve welcomed Fraser in with open arms.

Fraser is roughly the same age as the founding members were when the band formed.

“She might be a lot younger than us but I knew the moment I heard her voice that I wanted her to come down and sing with us,” McGarry says.

“She fits right in and while we can’t do some of the things we could do with (McManus), Shelley gives us other strengths and a new array of songs we can play.”

Mixed in with songs from The Eagles, Led Zeppelin and Dragon, comes Shelley’s ability to perform songs from bands like the Cranberries.

“It was a big thing for me to try out because I’ve done some stage and theatre singing but nothing quite like this,” Fraser says.

“I just need to learn more songs but I’m learning so much.”

Dawson, the band’s drummer said the longevity of the group could be attributed to the enjoyment they got and they hoped Fraser could add to the mix.

“It’s great to see people who used to follow us around back in the day coming back all these years later and bringing their own kids,” Dawson says.

“The nerves are always there before you start because you’re not sure how people will respond but I’m gaining plenty of confidence.”

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By Jacob PageMarlborough’s desire for two

colleges on one green field site has been made clear by the submission numbers.

A letter was presented on Mon-day night to Marlborough Boys’ College board chairman Tony de Reeper, principal Wayne Hegarty, and also Marlborough Girls’ College board chairman Bernie Rowe and principal Ka-ren Stewart outlining education minister Hekia Parata’s stance.

The letter stated the ministry would prepare a report on the feasibility of a green field site

with Marlborough Boys’ and Marlborough Girls’ colleges side-by-side.

The move clearly has the major-ity of support in the Marlborough community of the more than 600 submissions received.

More than 63 per cent of people supported the colleges’ stance, while less than 10 per cent wanted the status quo and 26 per cent wanted one purpose built co-educational College.

De Reeper praised the ministry for listening to the community

on the hot button topic but was quick to point out that the latest move was not a guarantee that they would get their way in the long-run.

The potential stumbling block looks likely to be the cost which is estimated to be at more than $50 million.

The report should be released by June next year.

De Reeper says the colleges will be in a wait and see mode until the report was released and the next step was known.

Submissions make college desire clear

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Condition Red members Cyril Dawson Richard “Rizzo” McGarry, Shelley Fraser and Steve “Bunty” Kennett prepare for their New Year’s Eve gig.

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By Adam PoulopoulosMarlborough man Mike Milligan’s severe

back injury has made putting socks on dif-ficult, so he has created a machine to help.

The Sockson machine, manufactured in Marlborough by Indac, went on sale earlier this month.

The user rolls their socks onto the machine’s Perspex cups, which are then positioned at an appropriate height for the person to put their feet through.

The whole process is completed while standing.

The machine has been tr ialed in Marlborough, and Mike has attended shows around the world to help him come up with the finished design.

Both regular and compression socks can be used on the machine.

Mike says he has had back trouble most of his life, brought on initially by building and rugby.

However, his inspiration really began

in 2007, when a car crash left him with a broken back.

Unable to put socks on for two years, he began to work on his design.

He says the machine helps not just those with back pain, but also tall or obese people or those with joint problems.

“It’s a very real problem. For those who can’t do it it’s a very hard thing to do.

“Shoes aren’t so bad, but socks go right over the end of the feet.”

He says there is nothing like the product anywhere.

“It’s hard-wearing, very strong and a good-quality product.

“There are lot of aids out there but this is a very serious bit of kit.

“There’s no pressure on the back or hips – you just have to be able to lift your feet about a foot in the air.”

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By Adam Poulopoulos A couple who moved to

Blenheim in October have launched a crafts store out of their home.

Sonia Valentine and husband Dave Rausbatch have moved to Blenheim to be closer to family, and launched Valentine Crafts at the start of the month.

The shop, at 1 Whitney Street, sells wool, buttons, needles, crochet hooks and other similar items.

They have arrived from Twiz-el, where they were running Southern Alps Outdoors.

Sonia says the change of busi-ness is not as drastic as it seems.

“Crafts have been involved from the beginning.

“You get either a fishing widow or a hunting widow, and often they need something to do while they’re waiting on the bank.”

She says the shop here will remain crafts-based, and the initial sales through word-of-mouth had been promising.

“I’ve already have comments from people that there isn’t a crochet store in Blenheim.

“One lady’s comment was ‘we don’t have to go to Nelson or Kaikoura any more.”

Sonia says after Christmas, hand-knitted doll clothes will also be available for sale.

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Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman and Marlborough RSA President John Forrest talk to the children of Grovetown School about the 10 white crosses to be placed at the district’s war memorial, in the north west corner of the school.Grovetown, like communities all over New Zealand, is creating its own ‘field of remembrance’ with white crosses honouring those from their district who served in World War One.

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Positive ageing - Write it down for the sake of clarityWritten instructions can make it so much easier for family or friends dealing with you or your affairs in times of emergency or stress.Life TubeAge Concern Marlborough sells Life Tubes ($5) as a security measure that can provide vital information in case of an accident or collapse. It’s a place to store information regarding next of kin, medication and health conditions, perhaps also the names of your GP and lawyer.

The tube goes into a small, sealed container that goes into your fridge at home or the glove-box of the car and a bright red Life Tube sticker is then placed on the fridge door or the glove-box lid so that, if emergency services are called, they are immediately alerted to the medical information.• Available from Age Concern Marlborough, 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim, Ph: 03 579 3457.

Why Keep It SecretGrey Power Marlborough sells Why Keep It Secret booklets ($6) where you can record details about your banking, insurances and investments and any other administrative details your family may need to know. You may wish to record details of a range of other matters you would want family members to be aware of. • Available from Grey Power Marlborough, 25 Alfred Street, Blenheim, Ph: 03 578 4950.

Mayor Alistair Sowman presented awards to the Awatere teenagers who are the latest group of Marlborough teens to graduate from the CACTUS Programme - Combined Adolescent Challenge Training Unit Support.Supported by the Police, the CACTUS fitness and discipline programme has been running in Marlborough since 2007.Mr Sowman says the Council supports the programme because it teaches youngsters learn self-discipline, social skills and self-confidence.

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Marlborough District Council is seeking feedback on its Draft Marlborough Regional Land Transport Plan 2015-2021 (the Draft Plan).The Marlborough Regional Land Transport Plan is a critical document for the Marlborough District as it underpins all of the District’s road network and transportation planning and investment priorities over the next six years. The Top of the South councils, in partnership with the New Zealand Transport Agency, have collaborated to develop a joint Draft Regional Land Transport Plan that aims to provide our community with an efficient, safe and resilient road network. Section F outlines the specific issues that each of the three councils face in their region and how they intend to deal with these issues. Each council has developed their own

programme of forward works for the next ten years. The Draft Plan also includes the New Zealand Transport Agency’s State Highway programme to provide the complete picture of the works planned over the next six years in the Marlborough District.A full Statement of Proposal (the Draft Plan) can be viewed at the offices of the Marlborough District Council, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim or on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nz.Copies of the Executive Summary of the Draft Plan (including Section F) can be obtained, free of charge, from Council’s District Administration Building, 15 Seymour Street, Blenheim; Marlborough Library, 33 Arthur Street, Blenheim; and Picton Library and Service Centre, 67 High Street, Picton. The Summary is also available on

www.marlborough.govt.nz.If you wish to make a submission on the Draft Plan, please provide it in writing to PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240 or by fax to 03 520 7496 or by email to [email protected]. Please include your name and postal address, and daytime phone number so that we can acknowledge your submission, and also please indicate in your submission if you wish to speak. Submissions must be made to Council by 5.00 pm on Friday 13 February 2015. If you wish to speak to your submission, the hearing is proposed to be held as soon as possible after this date. A Council Officer will contact you prior to the hearing date to arrange a time for you to speak to your submission.

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Wither Hills Farm Park Possum Control ProgrammeUsers of the Wither Hills Farm Park are advised that from 1 December 2014 to 30 January 2015, Valley Pest Control Ltd (VPC Ltd) will be undertaking possum control within the Wither Hills Farm Park/Reserve areas.This operation is being undertaken to lower possum numbers within the Farm Park and Reserve areas to help protect planted and native species and to lower the incidence of infestation into urban areas.The operation will utilise leghold traps as the main control technique, with some live capture cage traps close to urban boundaries.Traps will be checked daily and the public is asked to not interfere with traps, bait or captured animals. Parents are asked to please inform their children if they use the Farm Park of this information.A quad bike and/or UTV utility vehicle will be operating on and around walking and cycling tracks during this time.Any enquiries in the first instance should be directed to:Andrew Withers Valley Pest Control Ltd Ph: 021 270 2849

Council’s Water Supplies PlumbosolventMany water sources used for public water supplies in New Zealand are plumbosolvent. This means that the water is slightly acidic and can dissolve metals such as lead and copper out of brass fittings, if the tap has not been used for a period of time.Council’s water supplies for Blenheim, Picton, Renwick and Havelock are plumbosolvent.The Ministry of Health requires the following notice to be printed six monthly to advise consumers of this:Ministry of Health – Public NoticeSome plumbing fittings have the potential to allow minute traces of metals to accumulate in water standing in the fittings for several hours.Although the health risk is small, the Ministry of Health recommends that you flush a mug full of water from your drinking-water tap each morning before use to remove any metals that may have dissolved from the plumbing fittings.We are recommending this simple precaution for all households, including those on public and private water supplies.

Community News – Follow MEWant to know what’s on in the holidays to do? There are a couple of ways to find details of Marlborough events and activi-ties on in the holiday period, try www.follow-me.co.nz or www.marlborough4fun.co.nz

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CeNTraL TreeWe have a lovely Christmas tree in

Seymour square just waiting 2 b decorated, no erection cost each year, come on council ‘get real’, and what a pretty setting.

WeedySome folks have no taste at all - who’d

call new art work beside the river ‘a weed’! Its so cool. The movements lovely to watch.

SMiLe aLL rouNdYoung Amy at the lotto counter at

blenheim. Thanks for the friendly service and smile.

NoiSe CoNTroLHeaven help the people having to put

up with the noise and vibrations, day and night, when the stena alegra freely resumes service next year. It is the worst ferry to have entered Picton harbour for the above reasons.

efTPoS CoPSI was just wondering how long before

police get eftpos machines in the patrol cars for on the spot payments, if the same resources were put into crime fighting as traffic revenue what a safe place we would live in.

Greedy oP ShoPSOp shops, way too expensive, you are a

charity and goods donated, stop being so greedy, us low income families can’t af-ford to shop there! some customer service would go a long way too.

SPeediNGI see police are going to ticket drivers

doing as little as one k over the limit, this is just madness, because statistics tell us that inattention is most probable cause of most accidents, so now drivers will be looking at the speedo rather than road, I find I am.

295Th birThdaySuch fun, had a great celebration with

friends sat nite, the reason we were celebrating a 295th birthday..you read it right, beat that.

CoPS oN CharGeSEvery week now I’m reading or listening

from the media more & more cops being up in front of a judge for bloody horrible criminal activities all over the country! Everyone take note of this please as its getting very serious to the point that we won’t know if the cop your facing in any day situation is a friend or foe!

LurkiNG PoLiCeI just don’t like how the police seem 2

hang around the poor areas in town eg Budge St, Girling Av and round Stuart St, I no they are a good place to get your quota up but come on no reg no wof they ain’t hurting anyone.

kiNd offerMy card declined at countdown, I went

to transfer money, lady behind me offered to pay for my groceries, I declined as I had money there but nice to know there r very nice people out there. Thank u.

xMaS LiGhTSI would really appreciate if the person

who came into my property in Renwick and took some of my xmas lights could return them...I’m unsure why you thought you had the right to take them. I do this for all big and small children who enjoy each year coming to see them and was heart broken to wake up and find some had been taken.

ToP foodWhat a great place BV Gourmet is, very

impressed with the food, service with a smile and the added bonus of an excellent delicatessen and kitchen giftware section.

quad bikeQuad bike fine, this is not going to stop

accidents, work safe (would love to know if any of these guys have ever worked on farms) are only picking on them as they are on the main road and did they pick out the extreme amount for the fine out of a hat..?

xMaS ThieveS!! My 10 yr olds bike scooter stolen from

outside our house. One of a kind though but battered as handed down from big cousin, taken from Cubbitt st, please do decent thing and return, xmas time for giving not taking!

Council officesMarlborough District Council, Blenheim and Picton Service Centre (except the Library) will be closed from midday Wednesday 24 December 2014 and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2015 at 8.00 am.Marlborough District Library BlenheimMonday 22 December 9.00 am-6.00 pmTuesday 23 December 9.00 am-6.00 pmWednesday 24 December 9.00 am-12.00 noonClosed Christmas Day Thursday 25 December to Sunday 28 December, reopening Monday 29 December.Monday 29 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmTuesday 30 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmWednesday 31 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmClosed New Year’s Day Thursday 1 January, Friday 2 January, Saturday 3 January and Sunday 4 January, reopening Monday 5 January.Monday 5 January 2015 9.00 am-6.00 pm - normal hours resumePicton LibraryMonday 22 December 8.00 am-5.00 pmTuesday 23 December 8.00 am-5.00 pmWednesday 24 December 8.00 am-12.00 noonClosed Christmas Day Thursday 25 December to Sunday 28 December, reopening Monday 29 DecemberMonday 29 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmTuesday 30 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmWednesday 31 December 9.00 am-5.00 pmClosed New Year’s Day Thursday 1 January, Friday 2 January, Saturday 3 January and Sunday 4 January, reopening Monday 5 January

Monday 5 January 8.00 am-5.00 pm - normal hours resumeKerbside Rubbish Bag and Recycling Collections (Blenheim and Picton)Blenheim• Thursday 25 December 2014 collection will take place on Wednesday 24 December 2014• Friday 26 December 2014 collection will take place on Monday 29 December 2014• Thursday 1 January 2015 collection will take place Wednesday 31 December 2014• Friday 2 January 2015 collection will take place Monday 5 January 2015.PictonCollections will take place on Tuesday 23 December 2014 and Tuesday 30 December 2014 as normal.PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR BAGS AND BINS ARE OUT ON THE KERB BY 7.30 AM.The above details can also be found in full on Council’s website www.marlborough.govt.nz/Your-Council/News-Notices/Public-Notices/Public-Holiday-Hours or you can call 03 520 7400 at any time. Bus ServiceThe Blenheim Bus Service will not operate on the following statutory public holidays:• Thursday 25 December 2014 (Christmas Day holiday)• Friday 26 December 2014 (Boxing Day holiday)• Thursday 1 January 2015 (New Year’s Day holiday)• Friday 2 January 2015 (day after New Year’s Day holiday).Normal services will operate on all other days (Monday to Saturday)

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The old Seddon dental clinic, which has stood for almost 70 years, has been moved.

The idea for a dental clinic was raised in Seddon in 1941, but the build was delayed by World War Two.

The building was opened in 1946, in the old headmaster’s garden at Seddon School, before being extended in 1969.

It was decommissioned in 2011 as mobile clinics became popular.

The Awatere Playcentre will use the land to extend their grounds.

The building was put to tender, and a private investor in the Lower Dashwood has purchased it.

Dental clinic moved

By Adam Poulopoulos Blenheim’s ‘The Bachelor’ Wild Card contestant

says she would go through the same process all over again, even after finishing second in the public vote.

Jacqueline Williams, 29, was one of four wild cards from around the country competing for one spot on the show, to be screened next year.

She says she is grateful for the support the com-munity showed her.

“I’ve had the most amazing support. The whole’s community’s been amazing, and my family the same.

“I think they were more disappointed than I was.”She says applying for the show was a great learning

experience. “A lot of people said I was so brave doing it, but

I’m not really that brave or confident. “If you put yourself in a challenging situation it

helps you to grow as a person.”Jacqueline says she and fellow Wild Card contest-

ant Aimee Thomas hope to apply for the Amazing Race should they get the chance.

Aucklander Lisa O’Loughlin was announced as the winner live on air in Christchurch on Monday morning.

She secured the most votes during the voting period, which began on December 5 and finished on Sunday.

No regrets for Jacqueline

The Bachelor Wild Card contestant Jacqueline Williams. Photo by Jim Tannock.

The dental clinic is lifted off the ground.

8 Friday December 19, 2014 SunThe 5 MINUTES WITH:

Duncan McKenzie

Go Marlborough/Top Town Cinemas director and manager

Q

A

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Q My last meal on Earth would be...

Q One of my best holidayswas...

AJuly in Noosaville, six days of family relaxation which meant paddle boarding and kayaking for Finn and I and lots of reading and coffee for Jules.

Q My guilty TV pleasure is...

A The Regular Show, it’s more than just father-son time.

Q I’m inspired by...

A Anyone who does some-thing for someone else without looking to see what’s in it for them.

Q What’s one thing that you’ll never throw away?

My Guild F 50 guitar. It’s been a constant companion since I was 18 and holds masses of memories.

Q Who would you love to have a meal with?

Tom Petty (my music hero).

Q What’s next on your wish list?

A Enough time to get back into playing live music.

Q What is the one thing Sun readers would be surprised to know about you?

A I only took up cycling 12 years ago.

A Homemade burgers with my family and friends, it’s the company that makes the meal.

AA pair of new tyres for my cyclocross bike so I could continue to enjoy the great rides available around Marlborough.

What would you spend your last $100 on?

When it comes to art, there’s a particularly passionate group belonging to the Marlborough Art Society.

This group of members, including some new faces, will be taking part in a very special exhibition which opens tonight from 6-7pm at the Yealands Estate Marlborough Art Gallery.

Titled ‘Members Exhibition’ it runs until January 25.

Some of the artists involved are Sally Gill, Walter Scott, Pam Sowerby, Prue Matthews, Karen Neal, Sukarlin, Nikki Roberton and Ron Warnes, with each artist putting up around three pieces into the exhibition.

Newcomer and exhibitor Matthew Muir hails from Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf where he ran a community newspaper, art studio and worked as an artist.

Another talented member also hailing from Waiheke Island is Heina Petzold, who will be displaying his unique kiln-fired copper/enamel creations.

Some of the other mediums that people can expect to see are acrylics, oils, watercolours, scratchboard, a painting on a suitcase, copper etchings by Yvonne Jordan and Diana MacMil-lan’s ceramic ‘mussel ropes’.

The exhibition is a cash and carry concept, so the artworks are able to be taken away at the time, and will be replenished as they are sold.

Most artworks are very affordable and range from as low as $50 which would make great Christmas gifts of original artworks.

Unique exhibition opens tonight

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Friday December 19, 201410 SunThe WHAT’S ON

IN MARLBOROUGH

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

Friday 19 December

Awatere Art Group Are holding an exhibition at Yealands Winery, Sea View Road, 10am - 4.30pm, Daily till 30 Dec, free admission. A variety of paintings by local members.

“Marlborough Connection” A very special exhibition from members of the Marlborough Art Society, including local painters, sculptors and photographers. A huge array of mediums and prices. The exhibition is in a cash and carry format. Opening Preview: 6pm - 7pm, Exhibition Season: 20th December to 25th January Yealands Estate Marlborough Gallery, 204 High Street, Blenheim.

BBCC Production It’s all about the baby....7pm, at Blenheim Baptist Auditorium, Beaver Road, gold coin donation. Dance, Drama, Music & a touch of humour.

The Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor CentreOpen every day from 9am, a great all weather and family friendly activity. Come and explore the decks and the depths of the ship, great photo opportunities. Dunbar wharf, on Picton foreshore. For more information call Karen on 5736868 or check out our Facebook or Trip advisor pages.

Sit and Be Fit with JeanetteFree exercise for all ages at Crossroads, 2 Redwood Street, 10am Ph 578 5395.

QuestIntermediate age youth group, 3.30pm - 5pm, Picton Baptist Church, 293 Waikawa Rd, Picton. Text Bronwyn 021 046 2434.

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am - 3pm, Ph Prue 578 8888.

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday 20 December

Marlborough Hospice Have Marlborough artist Michael Ponder and Wellington Artist Richard Ponder with their individual styles in an exhibition 22 Scott Street. All paintings, prints, art cards and books are for sale. Last Day. For more details phone Sandy on 578 1373.

BBCC ProductionIt’s all about the baby....5.30pm, at Blenheim Baptist Auditorium, Beaver Road, gold coin donation. Dance, Drama, Music & a touch of humour.

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

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild1st Saturday of the month at 1.30pm - 4.30pm St John Rooms, Seymour St, Ph Roz 578 2471.

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

Pregnancy Yoga9.15am - 10.15am, for information, Ph Huia 021 072 4107.

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

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

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

Picton Men’s Shed Every Saturday 10am - 1pm and Wednesday 9am - 4pm. Plants and Garden furniture sold Saturday and Wednesday 10am - 1pm.

Kapahaka For Youth Blenheim School 6pm - 8pm, All welcome.

Marlborough Artisan MarketHighlighting the best of Marlborough art, crafts, food and produce. Come along and browse our stalls every week. Every Saturday morning (rain or shine). 9.00am to 1.00pm, Wynen Street Carpark (behind Market Street). Ph: 027 848 0463

Sunday 21 December

Whale Ho! A family event to commemorate the last whale harpooned in NZ waters on 21 Dec 1964, and the closure of the Perano Whaling Station in Tory Channel 50 years ago. Bring a picnic to the Edwin Fox from 5pm- 7.30pm, dress warmly.

Riverside RailwayFrom Brayshaw Park Station, 1.45pm - 3pm, 50 minute ride, $5 Child & $10 Adult (cash only)

Christmas Grotto At the Blenheim Railway station, Santa and his elves are arriving from Picton on Kiwi Rail at 1.33pm along with the Salvation Army band to greet them. Caregivers are welcome to take photos of their children with santa, gold coin entry. Hospice Marlborough fundraiser.

Saloon Open ChampsEastern States Speedway, Vintage Lane, Renwick, 1pm, join us for our special Xmas Meeting. There will be a Motor Cross Demo along with the Marlborough Saloon Open Champs. Fun for the whole family.

BBCC Production It’s all about the baby....10am, at Blenheim Baptist Auditorium, Beaver Road, gold coin donation. Dance, Drama, Music & a touch of humour

Ulysses RideRide to Cable Bay Cafe for lunch or BYO Picnic. Meet at the railway station at 10.15am ride departs at 10.30am.

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

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

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

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

Petanque 10am, 65A Weld Street – John Ph 577 9789.

Tramping ClubMary Ph 5728762.

Buddhism for Modern Life10am, Ph 573 5379.

Blenheim Bonsai2pm - 4pm, 7 Hale Street, Dave Ph 577 8679.

Marlborough Guild of WoodworkersBrayshaw Park, open workshop 1 - 4pm, Every 1st Sunday of the month. Wooden toys for sale. Malcolm Ph 578 8809.

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

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

BBCC ProductionIt’s all about the baby....Friday 7pm, at

Blenheim Baptist Auditorium, Beaver

Road, gold coin donation. Dance, Drama,

Music & a touch of humour.

If you have an event email Tash at The Sun

[email protected]

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

Amazing shows all year round

GOURMET PARADISE COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDSSunday 18th January 2015 @ 6.45pm

Adult $25.00 Conc (65+) $23.00Child (u15) $12.00

NATIONAL YOUTH BRASS BAND NZ

Summon the Heroes31st January 2015 @ 5.00pm

Adult $27.00 Conc (65+) $22.00Child (u16) $12.00

Family (2a,2c) $68.00

BUDDYTHE BUDDY HOLLY STORYSaturday 14th March 2015 @ 8.00pm

A Reserve $85.00B Reserve $79.90Child (u18) $57.00

QUEENIT’S A KINDA MAGIC

Sunday 3rd May 2015 @ 7.00pmAdult Early Bird Prices until 24th Dec

$51.00Adult $61.00

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

DENNIS LOCORRIERE PRESENTS DR HOOK

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

MOSCOW BALLET LA CLASSIQUE

SLEEPING BEAUTYTuesday 19th May 2015 @ 7.30pm

Wednesday 20th May 2015 @ 7.30pmEARLY BIRD PRICE until

5th January 2015Adult $82.00 Conc (65+) $72.00

Child (u16) $62.00 Group (6+) $82.00pp

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

Prices include booking feeSome Fees May Apply

FLOORPRIDE CIVIC THEATRE

Craft Fair, Havelock Town Hall10am - 4pm, Dec 31st, Jan 1 & 2nd, Free entry, Supporting Simply The Breast Dragon Boat Team. Stall Info 578 5281.

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Ashley, Mel and the team at

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Christmas Trading Hours Friday, 19 December 7.00am–10.00pm Saturday, 20 December 7.00am–10.00pm Sunday, 21 December 7.00am–10.00pm Monday, 22 December 7.00am–10.00pm Tuesday, 23 December 7.00am–10.00pm Wednesday, 24 December 7.00am–10.00pm Thursday, 25 December Closed Friday, 26 December 7.00am–10.00pm Saturday, 27 December 7.00am–10.00pm Sunday, 28 December 7.00am–10.00pm Monday, 29 December 7.00am–10.00pm Tuesday, 30 December 7.00am–10.00pm Wednesday, 31 January 7.00am–10.00pm Thursday, 1 January 7.00am–10.00pm

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

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Shanghai to London Rally2014 - The year that was

Humble beginnings as Brad Packham restores “the Pug”

Noeline takes in the stunning views outside Sonid Youqi, Mongolia.

The Huge Genghis Khan statue in Mongolia.

Noeline and Ron’s ‘luxury’ concrete Yurt with ensuite.

A well-earned roadside coffee break. Crossing the border from Asia into Europe. An example of the beautiful architecture in Russia. The Riga Central Market. The largest market in Europe.

The German WWII airship hangers. Dinner at beautiful outdoor cafe in Krakow. The Mercedes Museum in Stuttgart.

Our farewell dinner at the South Lawn Hotel in Hampshire.

13SunThe Friday December 19, 2014Classifieds advertising PH 03 577 7868

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Nelson Management Limited manages 78,000ha of high quality radiata pine plantations located in the Marlborough / Nelson regions and the Kaituna Sawmill, Marlborough on behalf of Nelson Forests Limited (NFL). The company harvests approximately 2,200 ha of plantation forest annually all of which is replanted the following year. The Kaituna Sawmill processes 97,000 m3 of Pruned Sawlog annually. In 2010 the company was awarded the internationally recognised FSC certification for both logs and processed products. Directly and indirectly the company provides employment for more than 600 people in the region.

A unique opportunity has arisen to join our company in the position of;

Health and Safety Facilitator Our commitment of Zero Harm to all employees, contractors or visitors to Kaituna Sawmill is achieved by a combination of very good systems, communication and a culture of safety first. The role of Health and Safety Facilitator at Kaituna Sawmill can be best described as a ‘hands on’ H&S role where there is requirement to be actively involved in visual monitoring and understanding work zone practices, identification of risks and provision of risk reduction solutions.

The successful candidate will ideally have; • A minimum of three (3) years previous experience as full time safety

officer or similar role within a sawmill or heavy industry manufacturer that has achieved and maintains ACC WSMP Tertiary level.

• NZQA recognised safety qualifications or similar. • Thorough understanding of New Zealand Health and Safety at Work

Act legislation and WorkSafe NZ standards. • Proven ability to identify risks and implement preventative practices. • The ability to read SOP documentation and to compare with actual

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An attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate. All applicants should apply in writing and supply an up to date Curriculum Vitae to;

‘Health and Safety Facilitator’Ms Bim RogersNelson ManagementPrivate Bag 5Richmond, Nelson 7050

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In your letter of application clearly state why you believe that you are the right person for this role. A position description will be made available to shortlisted candidates.

ALL applicants must be New Zealand Citizens or possess Permanent New Zealand Residence Status at time of application. Nelson Management Ltd operates a pre-employment drug and alcohol testing policy and is an equal opportunity employer.

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Multiple Sclerosis Registered Nurse andParkinson’s Community Educator

Multiple Sclerosis Society (Marlborough) and Parkinson’s New Zealand work together in the Marlborough community to provide support, education and information for people with Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s their families, carers and health professionals. We are looking for an innovative and motivated Multiple Sclerosis Field Worker and Parkinson’s Community Educator.

It is essential that you have good communication skills and enthusiasm for working with individuals and groups. You must be able to work independently; network and liaise with clients, carers and other health professionals; be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

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Due to an internal promotion we are looking for an experienced Registered nurse to lead the team in our 54 hospital bed unit.

You will receive full support in your role from both the facility and village managers as well as being an important member of the management group.

In this role you will be fully involved in the planning and direction of the unit as well as managing the Registered nurse team with responsibility for the professional development, staffing and clinical co-ordination of service and care delivery.

You will have proven leadership qualities with a passion for coaching, supporting and empowering staff and a commitment to excellent service delivery.

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter to [email protected] phone Ross (0275556135) for a confidential discussion – application’s close 11/1/2015

CAPABLE Semi retired male looking for vineyard employment. Has had 30yrs experience with work such as post driving, weed spraying, mowing etc. Also fire arms license for bird scaring and driving li-censes as 12345 FRTW. Phone 5727390 after 6pm.

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CHRISTMAS PRE-SENTS. Thousands of items to choose from, old tin toys, NZ books, coloured glassware & crystal, art, china, retro & art deco items. Large selection of gold & silver jewellery. Specialising in the unusual. JUST BROWSING, Battys Rd (03) 577 5402 10am to 4.30pm

CHRISTMAS tidy up gardening, watering etc, call Jenny 577 9567 or 027 304 6363.

DOES your garden need watering while you are away? call Jenny 577 9567 or 027 304 6363.

HAVELOCK MAR-KET, Saturday 27th December 9am - 1pm at Havelock Domain, Neal street. Sites still available $5, ring Ian 574 2558.

L O O K I N G F O R XMAS GIFTS? Time-less Trading Co Toys, timeless ornaments, china, quirky stocking fillers, gifts for every-one. Present this ad and get 10% off your purchase. 50 Grove Road 579-6046.

ST JOHN COMMU-NITY SHOP needs your support, with do-nations of good quality items to sell, clothing, Bric Brac, Books etc. 11 Boyce Street. Ph 578 1754.

XMAS GIFTS GA-LORE at Timeless Trading Co. Furniture, upcycled, retro, country kitchen, rustic native timbers, custom made. Present this ad and get 10% off your purchase. 50 Grove Road 579-6046.

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Sections 9(4), 16(2), 18(3), 31(3), 39(2), 41(3), 55(3), 62(2),

64(3), and 76(4)Sale of Liquor Act 1989.

Eastern States Speedway (1995) inc, Foxes Island, Renwick has made an application to the District Licensing Agency at Blenheim for grant/renewal of a club license in respect of the premises situated at Foxes Island, Renwick and known as Eastern States Speedway.The general nature of the business conducted (or to be conducted) under the license is clubrooms bar.The days on which and the hours during which liquor is (or is intended to be) sold under the license are after racing till 1am.The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the Marlborough District Licensing Agency at the Council Offices, Seymour Street, Blenheim.Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 10 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Agency at PO Box 443, Blenheim 7240.This is the first publication of this notice.

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Christmas light locationsBlenheim 30 westhaven place12 Avery Place - conservatory open to public9 Page Street19 Fulton Street

122 Redwood StreetHilton Place - a number of houses.5 Dunbeath Street34 Leefield street

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AKURANGI, Henry Fleming: December 12, 2014

GRAVES, Maureen Ann(nee Sutton): December 8, 2014

KUTIA, Richard Curtis, A8639 Fly Sgt RNZAF: December 15 2014

McCALLUM, Myrie Lillian: December 14 2014

MILLAN, Karl Stanley Edwin (Casey): December 11 2014

MORRIS, John Robert: December 8, 2014.

NAUS, Anna Barbara (formerly Ramakers): December 14 2014

NORTH, Hazel Valerie: December 12, 2014

EWART, Mary-Ellen May: Passed away, after a short illness, on Wednesday Decem-ber 17 2014. Aged 80 years. Loved wife of the late Edward John Goldstone (Ted), loved mother and mother-in-law of Bobbie, Ter-ryl and Ivan, Morrie and Robbie, Laurel, Teddy and Sue, and Erin and Bluey. Loved grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. Messages to 12A Parker Street, Blenheim 7201. A service for Mary-Ellen will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 10am Satur-day December 27, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

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In a game that featured two out-standing bowling displays, Renwick beat Wairau on the first innings at Horton Park on Saturday.

Former All Black Leon MacDon-ald’s five-wicket haul restricted Renwick to 84, but young legspin-ner Piers Landon-Lane responded in kind, his 7/27 saw Wairau Valley skittled for 77 in response.

Elsewhere, Celtic scored 201 against Wairau, who ran it down with 204/6.

HARNESS CLUB GETS FINANCIAL BOOST

The Marlborough Harness Racing Club has been given more than $8000 to upgrade its sewerage system at Waterlea Racecourse.

The upgrade is funded by the government which handed out more than $700,000 to race tracks around New Zealand for various improvements.

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TALK ‘Tis the season for gifts, and All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has jumped the gun and decided to open one of his early.

This week he became the first All Black coach to have his con-tract extended beyond a world cup, much to the delight of rugby followers down the country.

Signed through to 2017, Hans-en looks set to continue in the role until the British and Irish Lions tour, regardless of what happens at next year’s world cup.

With a record like his (his team has failed to win only four of the 42 tests he’s been in charge) it’s little wonder he’s been kept on,

but it will be interesting what the public reaction is like if he fails to bring the World Cup home.

It’s also been the week two of our internationals announced they were about to embark on new challenges.

Hansen’s first-five Dan Carter, who’s been injured for most of the season, is getting a lucrative Christmas deal of his own.

French club Racing Metro have reportedly made him an offer which includes a salary of more than $2 million a year to join them after the world cup.

Flying more under the radar was Central Districts batsman

Jamie How, who announced he will retire from cricket at the end of this year’s domestic one-day competition.

He spent five years in and out of the international setup, but his standout performance came in 2008, when he blasted 139 off 116 balls against England in a tied one-dayer in Napier.

It is one of the great innings in our ODI history.

For both codes, the announce-ments start the inevitable player exodus that happens at the end of a World Cup cycle.

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The Nelson Marlborough Falcons will play Team Wellington in Petone in their final game on Sunday, still in with a chance of claiming the ASB Youth League title.

If they win and fellow pace-setters Waitakere United Youth fail to beat Auckland City, the Falcons will go one better than last season, when they lost 3-0 to Auckland City in the final.

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By Adam Poulopoulos The new organiser of the King and

Queen of the Withers race says this year’s event will be sticking to the traditional formula.

The event will be held on Saturday, January 3, starting from the rifle range car park.

Three divisions, the walk, run and

hybrid, will be held, and the same 10 kilometre hill track will be used.

Organiser Peter Mann says this year’s event will be looking to build on last year’s event, which was attended by about 150 competitors and was the most successful since it began in 1977.

“We’re following very much the

same format. We’re always going to keep the same course and time of the day.”

Last year’s event was won by Nel-son’s Simon Leaning, while national squash representative Megan Craig was the first woman home.

For more information visit the Marlborough Harriers website. Megan Craig.

Seven classes will be on show at Eastern States Speedway for the track’s Christmas meet on Sunday.

The Marlborough Saloon Champs will be headlining the event, with the field of 18 containing nine locals, including Paddy North and Rob Flood.

Drivers are coming from as far away as

Christchurch, Cromwell and Westport for the event.

Other classes include the Marlborough Stockcar Champs, production saloons, motocross bikes and both youth and adult ministocks.

The event, beginning at 1pm, is aimed at families, and Santa Claus will be making an

appearance.Speedway committee member David Rennie

says the event also doubles as a dress-rehearsal for the New Zealand Saloon Championship, beginning on January 23.

The saloons will be running in one heat on Sunday, a similar format to next month’s event.

Christmas meet at Speedway

Status quo for Withers event

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