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By Kristy MartinSue Brien is the type of person who always puts others first.So after last Friday’s 6.6 magnitude earthquake, the Blenheim

woman rushed over to check on the elderly neighbours she barely knew, including 82-year-old Sue Archie (pictured).

Unfortunately, in the process she slipped on wet tiles and broke her back.

Fresh out of hospital, it is now Sue’s turn to put her feet up while others wait on her. Continued page 3

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“There are plenty of people out there who think they can do the job,” says former Marlborough Mayor Leo McKendry.

He’s talking about the current crop of candidates lining up for election to the Marlborough District Council, and to the mayoralty.

“The electors need to know why those people think they can do the job, how they plan to do it and what the candidates think is wrong with the performance of the existing individuals.”

Voters will need to scrutinise the skills and personalities of hopeful newcomers carefully he says.

“Everyone needs to be aware of what’s hap-pening. After all, we will be paying for it.”

A councillor from 1980 to 1983, Leo then served three terms as Mayor from 1986 to 1995.

He said he’d hate to see as many new councillors as last time. “Seven totally new, and David (Dew) was back after a break.” ( Peter Jerram was also re-elected eighteen months after winning a by-election.

“Some of them are ‘stand outs’, but some have been underwhelming, to put it mildly,” he said.

Leo still has strong feelings about accusa-tions of corruption by new councillor Jamie Arbuckle near the start of the last term.

“That was pretty disgraceful. One of the worst byproducts was the impact on the staff and their families. It was traumatic for them.

“We are very blessed in the quality of staff we have.”

He also says, if he is reading the com-munity feeling correctly, it is of high levels of satisfaction with this council.

After the last election they had come to the table as very much a bunch of individuals, but they were, he said, now functioning effectively.

“Not that I agree with all their decisions. I definitely don’t.”

It was good that they were able to disagree. “They need to express their ideas and it’s up

to the chair to create a place where decisions can be made with significant support.”

Alistair Sowman is, he says, good at that. “He’s a good leader.”

He is disappointed that some candidates have little experience. “They clearly have no idea what a complex and difficult job it is.”

Leo says that this decision is one of the most important ones we make every three

years and must be considered carefully.

“It’s our responsibility to find out who these people are and not be swayed by their rhetoric.”

“Don’t listen to rhetoric,”former Mayor advisesFormer Marlborough Mayor Leo McKendry talks to Glenise Dreaver about the coming Marlborough District Council elections

Year 12 and 13 students are delighted with the news the Combined College Formal has been rescheduled.

The new date for the event, which had to be postponed at the eleventh hour after last week’s earthquakes, is Saturday September 14.

All other details, including the time and venue – the Clubs of Marlborough Conven-tion Centre – will remain.

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Georgie Crawford said the school had been inundated with phone calls from local hairdressers and other businesses offering to redo hair and makeup for free.

“The community support has been won-derful,” said Georgie, who has been helping to organise the event since February.

“We all had to pull together last week due to the earthquakes and now we have had to pull together as a community to get this rescheduled.”

Julian Adamson, part of the senior management team at the Girls' College, said teachers, convention centre staff and emergency services made the difficult decision to cancel the formal following last Friday’s 6.6 magnitude quake at 2.31pm.

He said while it devastated many students, it was the right decision.

“There were a number of aftershocks that night and we didn’t want to have to be evacuating students into the rain,” he said.

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David Shearer has resigned as Labour leader, saying he no longer believes he has the full confidence of his caucus.

He said Labour had not had the lift in the polls needed under his leadership and his soundings of caucus indicated he should step aside to allow a fresh start.

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Continued from page 1“You’ve got to check on your

neighbours, eh? ” said Sue, who moved to Blenheim from Christchurch last September.

“It’s what you do. It is just unfor-tunate I was in such a rush.”

Husband Brent Brien said his wife was out the door after the major quake before he even had time to put his shoes on.

“She’s like a bull out of a gate, always puts everyone before her-self,” he said.

It was while checking on Mrs Archie and her husband two doors down that Sue slipped on wet tiles, the result of a water cylinder over-flow, and broke her 12th vertebrae.

“Her feet went over her head, I couldn’t believe it,” Mrs Archie said.

“I felt terrible.”

Sue couldn’t move and with the phones out of service, it was lucky Mrs Archie had a personal panic alarm and an ambulance was promptly dispatched to Sue’s location.

The two women had an emo-tional reunion on Wednesday after Sue was discharged from hospital and returned to her home

on Howick Road.Mrs Archie was relieved Sue was

alright, while the good samaritan said she too had been concerned, knowing she’d given her neigh-bour a scare.

Sue had also helped another elderly neighbour, a woman with limited mobility who uses a walk-ing frame to get around.

The woman, who didn’t want her name published, was seated in her garden after Friday’s 2.31pm quake and couldn’t lift herself up until Sue arrived.

“I decided I was going to sit down instead of being thrown down,” she explained.

“I was grateful for the help up.”To say thank you, the woman

took a taxi to the hospital and delivered flowers to Sue’s bedside.

Likewise, Mrs Archie said:

“I want to say a huge thank you. Everybody does.”

Sue’s fall was a terrible shock for her husband, who says his wife had previously battled cancer and therefore the wait for test results was an anxious one.

“We’ve been through hell the last couple of days”.

The couple managed to escape the major Christchurch earth-quakes in September 2010 and February 2011, as they were in Blenheim visiting family mem-bers both times.

A still fragile but determined Sue is now able to walk, but says it could take three months before she is healed.

“I hope there’s not another earth-quake.

I don’t think I could hit the floor,” she laughed.

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Photo by Celeste LodewykA story of the turbulent history of

Scotland and the subsequent emigration of Scots to New Zealand will be portrayed through a full length dance production ti-tled 'Journey of the Celts' here in Blenheim next Thursday.

The production will feature the Highland Dance Company of New Zealand as well as four of our local dancers, Sara Simmons, Danielle Pope, Shirana Rengasamy and Ella Rose Hammond.

In total there will be 25 dancers in the show from throughout New Zealand rang-ing from ages 15-30, and are considered the 'creme of New Zealand's highland talent', said co-director Robyn Simmons.

"The audience is in for a treat because the show includes all three current New Zealand champions and a host of past and present champion dancers," she said.

Robyn has written and choreographed the show alongside fellow director Julie Hawke of Christchurch. The Journey of the Celts will be held at 7pm at the The Floor Pride Civic Theatre in Blenheim and tickets are on sale now.

local highland dancers ella rose hammond, Sara Simmons, Danielle pope and Shirana ren-gasamy (front) will be taking part in the production ‘Journey of the Celts’ next Thursday.

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Cost is $30. Contact Dean Marshall 0278143569.

GivinG Back to employerSMarlborough Boys’ College treated the

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bargain hunters from attending the of-ficial opening of the new Marlborough Auctions store last Saturday morning.

Of course, free sausages and a cel-ebratory cake added to the drawcard of the event.

Owner and auctioneer John Firks, who also owns the Second Hand on Main antique store, said he was pleased with the new premises, on Arthur Street in Blenheim.

“We’ve moved from 1200sqm to 2000sqm and we now employ four staff members,” he said.

“The recession has hit us hard, like all the other businesses, so to be expanding is a good feeling.”

Marlborough Auctions features a huge range of secondhand furniture and bedding, white goods, electrical equipment and tools.

John and his staff specialise in insolvency auctions and can also coordinate auctions for people whose parents have passed away and need to clear our their homes. They also offer

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marlborough auctions owner John firks celebrates with staff members Julie, tania and peter.

a local delivery service. Mr Firk has recently started imported

caravans from the UK due to local demand. While the launch went off without a hitch,

Mr Firks said he had lost a bit of china in Friday’s major earthquake.

Marlborough Auctions is open Mon-Saturday.

Story and photo by Celeste LodewykWhen a beloved pet passes away, they

often leave a large gap in the lives of their owners.

This is something many Marlborough pet owners experience and the question is asked; "How can I honour my pet's memory?"

In response to local demand, Blenheim headstone designer Brenda Black began making 'Pet Plaques'.

Brenda works for Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors who have come up with this idea to "create a loving tribute to a much loved pet".

"I was contacted by Roselands Pets and Plants who had a lot of customers asking for pet plaques.

"I know from my work that a headstone

gives families closure and I think the same goes for our pets too. So we came up with an affordable option which enables pet owners to have their own personal message engraved as well as designs and artwork to commemorate their pet," she said.

Brenda uses 150mm x 100mm high quality jade green granite plaques and has a selection of design examples on hand for all pets from chickens, horses, goldfish and turtles, through to cats, dogs and everything in between. The plaques cost $60.

There is also a colour ceramic option available where images of the pet can be attached to the plaque.

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Marlborough District Council PO Box 443 Blenheim 7240 New Zealand

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

Positive Ageing Be prepared for an earthquake

Message to the people of Seddon

Ensure you have drinking water for an emergency

A big earthquake can be very frightening, even more so if you have any physical impairment that makes it difficult to respond quickly in an emergency.In a big shake:• If you’re in bed or out of your wheelchair, don’t try

and move too far but cover your head – grab a pillow or rug if possible.

• If you’re in a wheelchair, stay in it and get to a doorway or next to a solid wall. Put the brakes on and cover your head and neck with your hands or a cushion.

• Be prepared for aftershocks.• Listen to your transistor radio for civil defence

instructions.Have some kind of personal support network with family or neighbours so that someone will check on you as soon as possible. Your friend or family member should:

• Have a spare key• Know where your emergency supplies are kept• Be aware of your medication, special equipment or

other life support needs.Your emergency kit may need to include some extras: • Reading glasses, hearing aid, batteries, mobility aids etc.• Blankets for warmth• Water – extra supplies recommended for older

people where dehydration is an issue.You could also include:• A list of who to contact in an emergency, including

cellphone numbers and addresses (remember to put a date on the list)

• A list of your medications, allergies, special equipment, doctor’s contact details

• If you have difficulty with communication, your kit might include written instructions about any special needs.

Community GrantsMarlborough District Council is seeking applications for funding from not-for-profit organisations providing services to the Marlborough community under the following category headings:•CommunityWelfare/SocialServices•Environment•SportandRecreation

Applicationsmustbeforprojects/services that meet the criteria for the funding and be of direct benefit to the people of the Marlborough district.

Application forms along with details of eligibility and criteria are available at Council offices, the library and on Council’s website http://www.marlborough.govt.nz/Our-Com-munity/Grants-and-Awards.aspx

Applications close 5.00 pm 31 October 2013For further information please contact:Lyne ReevesCommunity Development AdvisorPh. 03 520 740

Hydrangea Pruning Pollard ParkPublic demonstration Monday 26 August - 10.30 am Pollard Park (near white Gazebo)Postponed to Tuesday 27 August if raining.

“ThepeopleofSeddonandWardandtheirfriends and families have rallied to help each other in the face of the damage and distress caused by the earthquakes. It has been a gruelling experience for many people and the continuing aftershocks and the bad weather has not made it any easier. But it has been reassuring for everyone to see theresponse;howvolunteerSearchandRescueteams checked each property and occupant immediately after the quake and how the agencies and volunteers are now working closely with each other. Infrastructure and services were restored very promptly given the circumstances and I would particularly like to thank the Marlborough Lines and Marlborough Roads teams for their efforts.We know from Christchurch that one of the most difficult issues now is likely to be the on-going anxiety generated by the continuing aftershocks and the stress of dealing with insurance and financial issues. I urge anyone who is feeling the stress to take up the offers of support, advice or counselling – please do not let yourself become overwhelmed by anxiety.Weknowit’sgoingtotakesometimeforSeddonto recover, not just in terms of repairs and rebuilding, but also for peace of mind to be restored. We will do all we can to help.” MAYOR ALISTAIR SOWMAN

Peter Hamill records roading damage. Damage to the roads and bridgesin the Seddon-Ward area has been significant.Slumping, cracking, slips and rock falls will make roads less safe to travel overfor the weeks ahead.Drivers are advised to take extra care on all roads.Marlborough Roads and its contractors have begun road repairs. However it is expected to take quite some weeks to restore all surfaces. Any inquiries about roads, or to report more damage, contact Marlborough Roads (03) 520 8330.

Has your household prepared for a large-scale earthquake? Clean water will not be guaranteed in a big emergency and everyone is urged to have their own supply on hand. Three litres of water per person per day for at least three days is the message from Civil Defence.Council customer services staff member Marianne Vertelman, whois a member of Marlborough’s Regional Incident Management Team, with the five-litre water containers for sale now at the Council’s front counter. Instructions for safely storing water• Washbottlesthoroughlyinhotwater.• Filleachbottlewithtapwateruntil it overflows.• Addfivedropsofhousehold

bleach per litre of water (or half a teaspoon for 10 litres) and put in storage. Do not drink for at least 30 minutes after disinfecting.• Donotusebleachescontainingadded scent or perfume, surfactants or other additives - they can make people sick.• Labeleachbottlewithdatesshowing when the bottles were filled and when they need to be refilled.• Checkthebottlesevery12months. If the water is not clear, throw it out and refill clean bottles with clean water and bleach.• Storebottlesawayfromdirectsunlight in a cool dark place. • Keepthemintwoseparateplacesand where there is not likely to be flooding. • Youcanalsofillplasticicecreamcontainers with water, cover, label

and keep in the freezer. These can help keep food cool if the power is off and can also be used for drinking.

Free road safety course for drivers 65+ years TheMarlboroughRoadSafetyCouncilis holding a free driver training course:On: Tuesday27August At: TheWesleyCentre–HenryStreet, Blenheim Time: 1.30pm to 4.30pm For: Seniordriversandroadusers Based on: The New Zealand Road CodePlease register your interest in attending with Nigel on Ph: 03 578 5256.

Mayoral Earthquake Fund AMayoralEarthquakeFundhasbeenopened to accept donations from people who wish to offer financial support in the wakeoftheSeddon-Wardearthquakes.The Mayor, a representative fromthe Awatere-Flaxbourneareaandanindependent person, will administer the Fund.The bank account number for donations totheFundis:020600020286100.Monetary donations may also be handed in at the offices of the Marlborough DistrictCouncilinSeymourStreetBlenheim and the Council office in Picton.

The Marlborough District Council hereby gives notice pursuant to the Local Government Official Information and MeetingsAct1987ofthefollowingmeetings:1. Environment Committee Thursday5September2013at1.30pm2. Full Council Thursday19September2013at3.00pmThe above listed meetings will be held in the Council Chambers, District Administration Building,SeymourStreet,Blenheim.Thetimesand dates may be subject to alteration and confirmation thereof prior to the meeting is advisedbycontactingJudithNorth,SupportServicesAdministrator,Ph:035207400.

Notification of Meetings September 2013

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They must be signed and a street address provided to show good faith, even if a nom de plume is provided for publication.

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Send or fax them to the address on page two, or e mail them to [email protected].

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Note that all our local craft breweries came away with most of the med-als and Renaissance being judged Champion Craft Beer Brewery of New Zealand at the recent Wellington Beervana event.

They also achieve many more from international events.

Isn’t it about time the council allowed signposts to be placed in prominent places to show all our visitors just

where these breweries are?I am getting constantly asked where

they are and produce a map each time with these breweries marked.

I have been struggling for a few years to accomplish this to no avail.

Craft beer now is on a par with that other drink that gets all the attention in the media.

Mike Pink

Dear EdAnyone noticed the empty shops in

Blenheim’s CBD? The CBD is ailing and all council

can do is nobble motorists for parking.Is MDC so greedy it has discouraged

shoppers by its meters? Why not do like Picton, say have half

an hour parking limit, or 20 minutes in busy spots.

What with the short-sighted West-wood Park development and MDC attitude, the CBD is struggling.

A good thought for the election trail? What do candidates think?Frank Henry

Dear Ed,I’m puzzled by the obsession with

free trade. New Zealand seems to be always in

the red, spending more than it earns. I refer to the trade deficits. In June the March year current

account deficit was over $10 billion!In plain English that means New

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land/seascapes and portraits.“Jane Vial, local historian and curator,

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Lloyd Bush (Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors)“All of them have been memora-

ble so far. Generally the day starts with opening home made cards, then morning tea at a café chosen by the boys. (normally one with a playground)”.

Phil Brown (Phil Brown Motors)“My best fathers day memories

are the cards the kids made,I still have them tucked away. We have always had a” non- commercial “ day and we all get together for lunch.”

Richard Gilbert (Powerboat Centre)“My daughter entered a Father’s

Day radio competition whilst she was overseas. She must of said something nice because I received a great prize. But actually more than that I love spending time with my children (whatever day it is with the kids, it’s a treasured time).”

Shaun Forbes (Forbes Panel & Alignment)“Breakfast in bed with all three

of them when they were so little then. Now I like breakfast in bed with peace and quit.”

Mark Elkington (PAK’nSAVE owner operator)

“My children love to bring me breakfast in bed consisting of a bowl of muesli completely drowned in milk and dry toast with very little spread on it. As for memories, Superman socks were a highlight!”

Jamie Arbuckle (MDC Councillor)“All my Father’s days are mem-

orable because I get to spend them with my family. The celebration kicks off with the children bring-ing me breakfast in bed which they make themselves, and then they give me home made cards

and gifts. Then I get up and we plan our day together.”

Jon Haack (Haack Construction)“I am blessed to have three

daughters whom naturally adore their Dad, I mean who wouldn’t! My favourite memory of Father’s Day would have to be when they presented me with a gift. It was a tee shirt with A.T.M printed on it! Go figure. My girls all live away from Blenheim now, two of whom have husbands and children of their own so they have other fathers to consider but they always ring me which warms my heart.”

Ian Martella (Callahan & Martella Electrical Ltd)“I think it would have to be

my brothers and I tried to make my father breakfast in bed, we were pretty young and it was an absolute disaster and a very very big mess however I guess as they say …..the thought was there. Our family likes to have a quiet morning , Luke makes me a Father’s Day card which is fantastic and of course he loves joining in the breakfast tradition, and with supervision they are always a big hit at my place. Nik if your reading this, pan cakes with maple syrup would be all good this year haha…..”

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

Friday 23 AugustBasic Buddhist Teaching 7pm – 8.30 Alzheimers Rooms, 8 Wither Road, Blenheim By koha/donation at the door, everyone warmly welcome All inquiries to Jan 578 2737 or Maree 572 2774

The Muslim Association of Marl IncFriday (Jummah) prayers every week between 12pm 2pm, PH Br Zayd 027 644 979 or Br Fouad 021 0253 1275

The Edwin Fox Maritime Centre, PictonOpen everyday from 9am Great wet weather day activity and child friendly. Come check out the amazing history and facts. Kids under 5 free! 1/2 price Sunday’s through August. 160th Anniversary Year

Sit and Be Fit with SueFree general exercise for the not so mobile while sitting down! 1pm Monday and Friday afternoons at 131 Budge Street, plenty of parking. Phone Sue: 578 0469

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

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

Pastel Painting Marlborough Art Society, 10am till 3pm, Prue: 578 8888.

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday 24 AugustMarlborough Motocross ChampionshipsOur local champs for 2013. Ladies, juniors and Minis race on Saturday. Senior classes race on

Sunday. Exciting track and intense race format. 8am Saturday – 4pm Sunday, Memorial Hill, Grassmere via kaparu Road. Contact Daniel Woolley 577 9933 daytime or 027 318 2050.

Marlborough Rugby 125th Anniversary weekend and Makos vs. Canterbury Kick off at 2.30pm at Lansdowne Park, Blenheim. Dinner, lunches and guest speakets. Visit www.makos.co.nz for more info.

Mountain Bike Coaching The courses will be run at Wither Hills Moun-tain bike park at 9am and 2pm. The courses will both be beginners single track and will work on developing the basic mountain biking skills. Contact Emma Bawtree Ph: 03 5402678 or 0276245368

TheatreFest Boathouse Theatre 7.00pm. A competitive festival of short plays from Blenheim and Christchurch Adjudicator Dale Henry. Door sales from 6.00pm

Meditation Class 10am – 11.30 (followed by shared lunch) Alzheimers Rooms, 8 Wither Road, Blenheim By koha/donation at the door, everyone warmly welcome. All inquiries to Jan 578 2737 or Maree 572 2774

Havelock Theatre present ‘Double Take’ 7pm tonight with final performance tomorrow 7pm

Marlborough Embroiderers’ Guild first saturday of the month at 1.30pm - 4.30pm St John’s Rooms, Seymour St Ph Roz 57824Blenheim Rotary Boot Sale Market every saturday 7am to noon. “I” site car park. For info Ph John 578 3918

Blenheim Menz Shed 4 Dillons Point Rd open 9am to 12 noon Saturday. Mon & Wed 1 - 4pm. Thur 9 - 4pm. Building relationships and sharing skills. Ph Gerry 5781835

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

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

Redwood Market 8am-noon, Redwood Tavern car park. Plants produce and crafts.

Vintage Farm Machinery 10am till 3pm, Open every day. Brayshaw Vintage Farm, Guided tours available, Doris 579 4357.

Sunday 25 AugustConcert at St. Andrew’s Church 2.00 – 4.00p.m. - Features Bridget Costello, Marsha Stringer, Elin Tomos, Olivia Sheat and Hadley Anderson. Tickets $20 adults, $15 seniors and $5 children, available at the door. Contact Barry Stringer Phone. 5787448

Marlborough Thermette Society Winter Series - An opportunity to get into hot water together at 2.30 at the Wairau River just above the confluence of Spring Creek and the Wairau. Contact Bill 035786667 or [email protected]

Ulysses Ride: Decide on day Meet at railway Stn (south end) 12.45 depart-ing 1pm

Winter Farmers’ Market 10am - 12.30pm -Liz Davidson Park, Cnr Charles & Queen Streets,Showcasing the best of what Marlborough has to offer Fresh, local and Marlborough grown sold by the producer. Abundant with seasonal fruit, vegetables, baking and much much more.

The Peoples Sunday Market Winter location 10am Market Place (The Forum) Plants, Books, Jewellery, Pine Cones, Crafts. Sites $5 Ph 5787918

St Luke’s Anglican ChurchFerry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Christian worship every Sunday 09.30 Contact Rev Derek 03 578 3909

Picton Rotary ClubCar Boot Sale. Picton RSA carpark from 9am-1pm, every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Contact Sheira 578 3909 or see the notice board outside the church

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

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

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

Tramping ClubMary 5728762.

Buddhism for Modern Life10am, 573 5379.

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

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

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

Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club10am-4pm every Sunday at Brayshaw Park. Come and see our large rock, mineral, crystal and fossil collection, work room and books. Free admission.

Marlborough Modellers Association 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month. Brayshaw Park, 8 Arthur Baker Place. UP AND COMING EVENTSScouts Jamboree Fundraiser Monday 26th Dinner at the Village India Restaurant 6pm $30.00 per person. Silent Auction/raffles great prizes. Ph Dean Marshall 0278143569

A Special Olympics FundraiserBamboo Garden, Tuesday 27th August, 6pm. $35per head. Choice of 2 starters and 8 mains. Proceeds to Special Olympic Athletes to attend SONZ National Games in Dunedin.

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A Special Olympics FundraiserBamboo Garden, Tuesday 27th August, 6pm. $35per head. Choice of 2 starters and 8 mains. Proceeds to Special Olympic Athletes to attend SONZ National Games in Dunedin.

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This week marks the 40th anniver-sary of the first modern planting of grapes in Marlborough.

On August 24 1973 Brancott Estate (formerly Montana) planted the first vines in Brancott Valley.

This marked the beginning of an internationally-acclaimed grape-growing region, with exports from here now valued at $900m a year.

Many thought the pioneers were crazy, but the risk paid off. "Fast forward 40 years and Marlborough is now a world brand" said Philip Gregan, CEO of New Zealand Winegrowers.

"Planting those vines was probably the single most important event in the history of the New Zealand wine industry."

Patrick Materman, chief win-emaker for Brancott Estate com-ments: “At the time, the founder of what is now Brancott Estate, Frank Yukich, made the statement that ‘wines from here will become world-famous’ – and indeed they

Forty years of wine growing

have.”The region was first syn-

onymous with world-class sauvignon blanc and can now add to its stellar reputation with chardonnay, riesling and pinot noir.

With 23,232 hectares of land planted with grapes, Marlborough is the largest wine producing region in New Zealand and makes up 75 per cent of the country's total production.

John Smith, Territory and Product Manager of Du Pont for Marlborough, Nelson and Canterbury pictured at last year's Romeo Bragato Conference.

The wine industry is gearing up for its most important meet-ing of the year, the national Bragato Conference, to be held in Blenheim next week.

And with recent earthquakes, there will be much to discuss among the 550-plus industry representatives who will arrive in town for the three-day event.

Dr Simon Hooker, general manager of research for New Zealand Winegrowers, who run the event, said this year’s theme was reflecting on the past, but looking toward the future.

“Much has changed in the wine industry in recent years, and the conference will identify current challenges and opportunities as well as review the hard lessons learned in the past,” Dr Hooker said.

After a few challenging years, the wine industry has regained a sense of confidence thanks to successful ventures into new markets and a stellar 2013 vin-tage, he added.

The conference theme will be addressed in keynote speeches, including the Bragato Address

by Ian Proudfoot, Leader of Agribusiness at KPMG New Zealand, and by Peter Baines, one of Australia’s leaders in rapid response to acts of terrorism and natural disasters and the founder of charitable organisation Hands Across the Water.

The conference, which includes the Bragato Wine Awards, will be held at the Marlborough Convention Centre from August 28-30.

For more details, see www.bragato.org.nz.

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At 1pm on Tuesday a 28-year-old unemployed male was arrested for dis-orderly behaviour on Horton St after he was observed throwing a bottle and stones at traffic on Grove Road.

He received a pre-charge warning and was referred to the Marlborough Mental Health Services.

BaIl BrEachEDAt 12.10am yesterday a 17-year-old

male was arrested for breaching his bail.He was held in custody and appeared

in court yesterday.

Dog UNIT Tracks vaNDalThe Police Dog Unit was able to

track a vandal who is believed to have damaged a car on Muller Road.

Police had received a complaint about the vandalism and later arrested an 18-year-old male who was located on Ida Street.

He was charged with the wilful dam-age of a motor vehicle, which occurred about 9pm on Wednesday.

The teenager will appear in the Blenheim District Court on September 2.

Marlborough Police concluded a speed reduction operation on State Highway 1 be-tween Picton and Kaikoura at the weekend.

The operation had run for a week and included high visibility patrols, compulsory checkpoints and breath testing of all drivers.

Senior Sergeant Peter Payne said the most pleasing aspect of the operation was the

fact that no drink drivers were detected throughout.

In total 392 vehicles were stopped and 96 infringement notices were issued. Forty of those notices were for speed offences.

Senior Sergeant Payne said one vehicle was detected travelling at 155km/h.

“It’s pretty disappointing to find someone

travelling at that sort of speed. They’re not only putting their own lives at risk but they are endangering other law-abiding road users.”

Senior Sergeant Payne said more high visibility road policing operations were planned.

Speedster clocked at 155km/hDaffodil Day Friday 30th August

Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’sannual flagship event and one of

the most important fundraising and awareness campaigns in the country. As well as providing an opportunity to raise

awareness of cancer in New Zealand, Daffodil Day is a major funding source

for the Cancer Society. We are so grateful to have received the support from three very inspiring young Marlburians, who put their efforts into

growing daffodils for the Cancer Society to sell to boost our fundraising locally.

Pictured are Nate Shipley, Cancer Society volunteer coordinator Margaret Tepania,

Yazmin Shipley and Marina Suban.Thank you all for your generous gesture,

we appreciate it very much.Look out for our collectors on Daffodil

Day, they will be out and about around Marlborough with Daffodil Day

merchandise and fresh daffodils.

With your help there is hope.

FrEEzEr raIDA freezer in an unlocked garage on

Hutcheson Street was raided while the occupant was at home, police said.

Between 12pm and 6pm on Tuesday the offender entered the unlocked garage on a property and rum-maged through the freezer. It is unknown if anything was stolen

from the freezer. The occupant was at home during this

time and did not see or hear anything.Police are reminding residents to ensure that all vehicles and out buildings are secure, even when you are at home.

PolIcE sEIzE 80 PlaNTsPolice have located 80 cannabis plants

and arrested a 41-year-old man at an address in Rärangi.

The plants, three mature plants and 77 seedlings, were located when police executed a search warrant about 1.55pm on Wednesday.

Also located in the search was equip-ment used to grow cannabis indoors.

The man, an engineer, was arrested and charged with cultivating cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply.

He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on August 26.

ElEcTroNIcs sTolENThe occupants of a Stuart Street

address were targeted by burglars on Tuesday morning.

A laptop computer and charger, a cell phone and charger and a number

of personal items were taken from the address about 10am.

Police are following a positive lineenquiry to identify the offenders.

TEEN hooN caUghTA teenager caught doing a burnout has

had his car impounded by Blenheim police.

At 4.45pm on Wednesday, the 19-year-old unemployed male was arrested for causing a vehicle to undergo a sustained loss of traction near the intersection of Malt House Road and State Highway 1.

The vehicle was impounded and he will appear in the Blenheim District Court on September 2.

Also that day, a 17-year-old unem-ployed male was arrested for trespassing at the Blenheim Night and Day after previously being trespassed.

He will also appear in the Blenheim District Court on September 2.

ToUrIsT caUghT sTEalINgAt 9pm on Wednesday, a 24-year-old

male English tourist was at Countdown Blenheim after getting caught filling his pockets with a number of items.

He received a pre-charge warning and was released when sober.

Shortly before 1pm yesterday, another 24-year-old English tourist was taken into Police custody and held for detox as he was not capable of providing his ad-dress and looking after his own welfare.

He was released when he was sober.

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The Marlborough District Council is calling for expressions of interest from tertiary students who are interested in working over the summer period – November 2013 to February 2014.Consideration for placement will be given to students who:• are available throughout the • summer period• have preferably completed at least

1 year of tertiary study• are studying for a qualification

relevant to Council such as engineering, IT and reserves

• are from Marlborough.Expressions of interest must include a covering letter detailing the area of study being undertaken and current curriculum vitae.For information on how to apply please visit our website http://w w w. m a r l b o r o u g h . g o v t . n z /Your-Council/Careers/Current-Vacancies.aspx. For further information you are welcome to contact [email protected] will be notified by email before 30 September 2013 on whether they have been successful in being place.Expressions of interest close on 4 September 2013.

We are seeking a capable, and self-motivated individual to join our established and skilled team at Conders Forest Vineyard, Marlborough.

You’ll be actively involved with all aspects of vineyard work, from vine management activities, to supervising casual/contract gangs and operating all types of machinery. With your positive and hard working attitude, you will show your skills as a team player to achieve big results from a small team.

This role requires an ability to work longer hours during the peak times of the season, punctuality and the ability to work unsupervised. Experience in Viticulture/Horticulture, an aptitude with vineyard equipment and machinery operation, and a Growsafe Certificate would be preferred, but are not essential, as training is provided.

This role requires a full Driver’s Licence and your own transport.

Only candidates currently residing, and with the right to work in New Zealand will be considered.

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Inspired to “Think boldly, tread lightly and never say it can’t be done”, Yealands Estate Wines has quickly become one of New Zealand’s premier wine exporters.

Established with the vision to create the world’s best wines sustainably, Yealands Estate has been recognised for the quality of its wines having received the “International Sauvignon Blanc” Trophy at the International Wine Challenge (London 2012). Demonstrating that the best wines in the world can be produced sustainably, Yealands Estate Wines was also awarded “Most Sustainable Medium Sized Business” at the International Green Awards (UK 2012).

Enjoyed in over 65 markets world-wide, Yealands Estate Wines rapid growth means that we are continuously looking for dynamic, talented people to join our passionate team.

Maintenance engineer

Working under the direction of the Winery Engineer the Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for the maintenance on our plant and pump equipment at our state of the art winery in Seddon. The successful applicant will have experience in a similar role within the manufacturing industry, have the ability to Tig weld to a 4703 standard, have strong people and time management skills.

Applications including CV’s should be sent to [email protected] by Tuesday 3 September.

Workshop Mechanic / engineer

Based at our vineyard workshop in Seddon, the Workshop Mechanic / Engineer will work alongside our experienced team servicing and maintaining our vineyard machinery and equipment. The successful applicant will have a wide skill base in viticultural maintenance operations, be able to work unsupervised and ideally have an HT license.

Applications including CV’s should be sent to [email protected] by Tuesday 3 September.

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Have a go at kartingThe Marlborough Kart Club will

be hosting a ‘Have-a-Go Day’ at the Cresswell Electrical Raceway (Wither Road Extension) on Sun-day, September 1.

The event is aimed at kids aged 6-14-years who are interested in karting and will run from midday through to 3pm.

The cost is only $20 and all intend-ing drivers must be accompanied by an adult of guardian.

“It’s a good chance for dads to spend the day at the track with the kids, and it will also be a practice day for drivers contesting the En-duro on September 7,” said club president Shaun Forbes.

For more information contact Shaun on 027 464 2720.

MakoS gaMeOn Saturday, the Makos play

Canterbury at Lansdowne Park at 2.35pm, with the curtain-raiser, Canterbury Colts v. Tasman B, kicking off at midday.

The team, with Marlborough names in bold is: Tim Perry, Quentin MacDonald, Siua Ha-lanukonuka, Alex Ainley, Joe Wheeler, Liam Squire, Shane Christie, Tevita Koloamatangi,, Mark Swanepoel

Hayden Cripps/Billy Guyton, James Lowe, Andrew Symons, Kieron Fonotia, Bryce Heem, Tom Marshall.

Sailing ScHeduleThe Louis Vuitton/America’s Cup schedule for the rest of this week sees today as a reserve day, with race six screening at 8.10am-8.40am on TV1 on Saturday, August 24. On Sunday, August 25, race seven screens live between 8.10 and 8.40am, with race eight running between 9.10am to 9.40am. On Monday, August 26, race nine screens between 8.10-8.40am and race 10 between 9.10 – 9.40am. Tuesday, August 27 is a reserve day and Wednesday, August 28 is a rest day.

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The message has gone out to lay off booing Wallaby first-five Quade Cooper when he plays against the All Blacks in Wellington on Saturday.

Whenever Cooper touches the ball, a chorus of boos resounds from Kiwi fans at the ground, and no doubt, from the many armchair experts watching the match on TV in lounges and bars the length of breadth of New Zealand.

Like any sporting nation, New Zealand has a long history in booing opposition teams and individuals although we have been rather mild compared to some others.

There have even been occasions when New Zealand fans have taken forceful action. In a France-South Canterbury match long ago. The French players so upset one usually mild mannered Oamaru mum she stormed onto the playing field and whacked a Frenchman with her handbag.

That would never happen today. But the booing we have witnessed in the past few weeks targeted at New Zealand-born Cooper has shown a dedicated and vociferous resolve we have not seen before, certainly in my memory.

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen is among those calling for the New Zealand public to go easy on Cooper although he made the point that the player had brought the unwelcome chorus upon himself through his own actions – namely some off the ball indiscretions against the revered Richie McCaw.

No-one messes with Richie and gets away with in the Kiwi public’s eye!

Cooper himself seems quite unfazed about the whole thing. He told a television reporter when arriving in Wellington for the test that people had a right to express themselves.

That’s quite diplomatic of the man but it has the sound

of something perhaps his team management has told him to say.

Whatever the case, the fact remains top players have got to get on and do their job regardless of what you and I and all the booing fraternity think.

And fans can be fickle. Look at Benji Marshall. For years West Tigers had idolised him and would have welcomed a statue being erected in his honour. Now that he’s switching codes and going to the Blues next season, many of the West Tigers faithful want shot of him immediately.

Regarding Saturday’s test, the Wallabies will be miracle men if they reverse the thumping they received from the All Blacks last weekend. One of their hopes might be to target Tom Taylor, the first-five and extremely reliable goalkicker replacing Cruden. I think first-five is Taylor’s strongest position and even if the Wallabies target him, it should still be a

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He’s Jono Gibbs. On Sunday the 18-year-old broke the junior world record for the shot putt.

This incredible young athlete won the under 20 world junior title when he was only 15! It’s too early making rash statements but there’s every chance he could go on to emulate some of the feats of the great Valerie Adams.

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By Kristy MartinThe Clubs of Marlborough Indoor Bowls

Club recently celebrated its 60th jubilee.The occasion was marked by an afternoon

of bowls, dinner and a celebratory cake.“It was a fantastic day,” said club secretary

Deidre Wells.“Some of the old members who no longer

play came along and everybody had a great time.”

The club currently has 32 active members who play in Blenheim every Monday night.

“It’s open to anybody,” said Ms Wells, who added that bowls was a relaxed and easy sport.

“Even a disability doesn’t stop people from playing bowls,” she said.

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By Kristy MartinNew Zealand Winegrowers chief

executive Philip Gregan says the damage caused to Marlborough wineries by last week’s earthquakes was insubstantial as far as the nation’s wine industry was concerned.

Mr Gregan, who visited the region on Monday after feeling the earth-quake from Auckland, said he had

seen some evidence of damaged tanks and losses of wine, but it was not enough to harm the industry.

“A significant number haven’t been affected and for those that have it is infinitesimal damage and certainly there aren't any major issues,” he said.

“All the wineries are still working and they are still bottling and ship-ping out wine.”

Mr Gregan, who will be back in town next week for the national Bragato Wine Conference, said there was no dollar figure as yet on the loss to the industry.

“Very few tanks ruptured and considering we produce 250 million litres of wine a year, the damage will be inconsequential.”

Marcus Pickens, general manager

of Wine Marlborough, agreed.“There is no immediate, large scale

impact on the industry,” Mr Pickens said.

“There has been some damage to tanks but certainly not enough to cripple or damage the industry.”

Worst hit were wineries in Seddon and in the Riverlands industrial estate, Mr Pickens said.

While he didn’t want to downplay the impact on individuals, he said most operators had simply picked up and gone back to business.

“It’s definitely had us shaken up but it’s not a severe disruption to business.

“At the end of the day loss of life is more important than losing any stock.”

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Wine industry not harmed in quakes

The immediate danger of a breach at the earthquake-dam-aged Haldon dam has ceased, thanks to construction crews working around the clock.

Simcox Construction workers have been attempting to lower the overflow at the Seddon dam since last week after engineers identified stability issues and the risk of flooding to nearby homes.

However, by yesterday the water levels had been successfully reduced by three metres.

Property owners downstream from the dam were being assured by Marlborough District Council, who earlier said they would be given 90 minutes’ notice to evacu-ate in the event of a breach, that the danger had been significantly reduced. All alerts were expected to be cancelled.

The dam is to be lowered to four metres and is being drained into

Starborough Creek which runs through Seddon.

Although its levels have risen since drainage channels were opened, it was not high enough to create any safety issues, council workers said.

Ian Simcox of Simcox Construc-tions told the Sun the water wasn’t draining quickly enough after the dam was deemed unsafe, so his crews had to bring in two large excavators and a dozer.

“It’s taken them four days to dig the overflow channel down,” he said.

“We actually cut into it late this morning to release the water.

"We cut it down 300mls.“It might take two days to get

the water down, but at least the immediate danger is gone.

“It’s a tremendous effort by the guys.”

Dam flood risk reduced

Aerial photographs show Simcox Constructions machinery work-ing to lower the dam levels.

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