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Story and photo by Annabelle LatzFavourable weather conditions and skilled hard

work provided the successful result the rural fire crews were looking for on Wednesday.

At 1.30am principal rural fire officer Richard McNamara was alerted to the blaze near the Sixteen Valley, off SH1; one valley over from Cloudy Bay Business Park.

It was spotted by a passing truck driver.Initially an urban response, the job became one

for the rural crews, with access proving difficult. “And we were helped enormously by the local

knowledge of farmers Dave Western and Paul Kemp,” said Richard, who both assisted the fire crews throughout the night.

Investigations to determine the cause of the fire are ongoing.

The blaze reached a two-kilometre perimeter, spreading across nearly eight hectares of grass and scrub.

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Principal rural fire officer Richard McNamara and deputy principal rural fire officer John Foley keep a close eye on the fire in the Wither Hills, which the fire authorities were alerted to in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

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Continued from page 1Early morning dewy ground combined with

very little wind helped the crews enormously. The neighbouring gully posed the threat

of burnt manuka and kanuka stumps, still suffering the aftermath of the Boxing Day 2000 fire.

“If it had got away, it could have affected Blenheim,” said Richard.

The Blenheim and Awatere voluntary rural fire force worked through the night, with deputy principal rural fire officer Rob Lawrence.

They were relieved on Wednesday morning by crews from Rarangi, Linkwater, Ward and Blenheim, with deputy principal rural fire officer John Foley.

An aircraft attended the scene at first light on Wednesday to overview the scene.

“We have been able to work down through the back of the fire and fight it from the inside out, on a direct attack,” said Richard.

By Wednesday midday the blaze was well under control.

John Foley said continual assessment of the fire was essential.

“We must keep patrolling it, keep mopping it up. We can’t afford for it to jump out of control.”

The situation remained the same yesterday, and a thermal camera scan indicated one

hot spot.“It’s burning down into old manuka roots

and smouldering away,” said Richard.Crews swept the area throughout the day.“We still have that north-easterly picking up

this afternoon, so we have to make sure the western flank is still contained so it doesn’t spread into fuel loaded country,” said Richard yesterday morning.

John and Richard expressed thanks to the

two local farmers for their huge help.“We would have struggled without their

knowledge. They were extremely helpful.”“This could have happened in someone’s

vineyard, or with someone mowing their lawns in the heat of the day. The district is still very dry, and people need to be careful. For a builder cutting steel, or someone working with machinery, just think twice about it,” said John.

First sightings of the blaze in Seventeen Valley, during the early hours of Wednesday morning. Photo courtesy of John Foley

Blaze controlled quickly

Kat DugganA Spring Creek School pupil

whose scooter was stolen last week while the school was on a field trip to Whites Bay has received a generous replace-ment gift.

A local who preferred to re-main anonymous, has replaced 9-year-old Eddie Tutty’s scoot-er, which was stolen from the school last Thursday, March 21.

Eddie’s mother, Tracey Ward, said the replacement of the stolen scooter, which was a Christmas present, was fan-

tastic.“Eddie was wrapt, he had

already asked for a new one for Christmas so he didn’t have to wait long,” she said.

Spring Creek School princi-pal, Andrew McFarlane, said the school had never had an incident like this in the 10 years he had been there.

“The community needs to be aware that there are people out there who take advantage.

“It’s really disturbing that we have to worry about other people’s behaviour,” he said.

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Eddie Tutty's scooter got stolen from Spring Creek school last week while he was on a field trip, but he has since received a replacement.

New Zealand King Salmon has won final approval to build four new fish farms in the Marlborough Sound.

The Environmental Protection Authority yesterday released the final decision of its board of inquiry, which gives King Salmon consent to build four of the nine farms it applied for. These are at Ngamahau in Tory Chan-nel, Waitata and Richmond in Pelorus Sound and Papatua in Port Gore.

However, the Environmental De-fence Society said it would appeal the decision to the High Court because of legal issues.

Fish farms gain approval

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inbriefQueen Charlotte traCk joins nZ Great rides

The stunning Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds has of-ficially become the 21st Great Ride on the Nga Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trail.

The 70 km mountain biking track, which runs from historic Ship Cove to Anakiwa, has been stated as offering some of the best views over the Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds.

“This official status as one of New Zealand’s Great Rides helps raise the profile of the trail even further and is a boost for Marlborough and the top of the South Island tourism industries,” said Minister of Conservation Nick Smith yesterday.

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Story and photo by Annabelle LatzParents in the Seddon area are thrilled about

the new Awatere Early Learning Centre opening next week.

The idea was first muted five years, and on Tuesday it will open its doors for the first time, on Clifford St at the old Anglican Church.

With additional facilities behind the church, the centre is licensed to accommodate up to 30 preschool children.

Brigid Hammond and Makaela Richmond both live just out of Seddon with their young families.

This centre provides them flexibility with their time, social interaction for their children, and an economical alternative to driving into Blenheim for preschool services.

Brigid’s eldest child Rupert, three years-old, will attend the centre two mornings each week, as will Makaela’s child Tom, also three years-old.

“The big thing for us is the social interaction,” said Brigid, as the friends they make at the centre will continue on with them to Seddon School.

“Rupert is almost four, so he needs more than me. We would have had to go into town, and that’s just not as practical.”

“We are so lucky to have something like this,” said Brigid.

“The committee is amazing, the teachers running

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it are amazing, everyone is so enthusiastic.”Jo Jones, office administrator, will work

alongside three preschool teachers. “It’s been a huge amount of money to come

up with in a small community,” she said. Her two year-old daughter Grace will be attending.

She said an incorporated society funded the centre through grant applications, local fund-raising, and had the aid of a community lender.

“It’s definitely going to be a helpful, positive thing.”

Makaela said the use of the centre means she has some quality spare time each week to do jobs on her house renovations.

She said preschool in Blenheim means a whole morning away from home.

“The appeal is that I have the options, to go into town or stay at home,” she said.

The community aspect of the centre is another major smiling factor.

“And mothers get to meet each other too,” said Makaela.

looking forward to an early learning centre opening in seddon: Brigid hammond (left) with her children Maisie, 15-months, and rupert, 3; and Makaela richmond with her children tom, 3, and Claudia, 2.

The owners of the Blenheim Sun, Les and Katrina Whiteside, have expanded their newspaper interests to Wellington.

They have bought four weekly community newspapers – the Independent Herald, Cook Strait News, Porirua News and Wainuio-mata News.

“We are thrilled to be expanding and look forward to this exciting challenge with the support of our dedicated staff both here and Wel-lington,” Mr Whiteside said.

The newspapers have been pur-chased from APN NZ Media which owns the New Zealand Herald.

Effective April 2, Mr Whiteside said most of the 15 staff on the four

newspapers will be retained.The newspapers will trade under

the name Wellington Suburban Newspapers Limited.

Announcing the sale, APN NZ Media chief executive Martin Simons said it was pleasing the newspapers were being sold as a going concern to successful publishers.

“The titles have strong relation-ships with their suburban commu-nities and we hope the new owners can continue to provide this service for many years to come.”

The Whitesides have a long involvement with newspaper pub-lishing and more than 25 years experience owning community newspapers.

Sun owners buy W’gton newspapers

new titles: les and katrina Whiteside with the new publications they have purchased in Wellington.

MiGrant festivalThe range of ethnic communities

in Marlborough will be out in large numbers for the Marlborough Migrant Festival in Pollard Park, Blenheim, tomorrow. Cultural groups will provide a wide range of entertainment as well as food, activities for children and craft stalls. Information stalls will also be available. The festival will be held from 11am to 4pm.

Billionaire visits

American billionaire Bill Foley met shareholders and growers at a lunch at Grove Mill winery near Blenheim on Wednesday. Foley Family Wines NZ are reported to be looking to buy more vineyards in Marlborough.


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Building consents‘New Zealand home-building consents

fell last month as a drop in approvals for apartments offset gains for other types of dwellings. Auckland and Canterbury continued to account for more than half of all consents. However, the trend for the number of new houses consented has risen 50 percent since March 2011, Statistics New Zealand said yesterday.

capital raiseWools of New Zealand has closed

its capital raise with more than 700 applications for shares total l ing approximately $6 million, representing approximately 14.5 million kilograms of annual strong wool production and a five-year marketing commitment. As a 100% grower owned company, Wools of New Zealand is now positioned to drive its commercial, market-pull strategy, for the benefit of its shareholders.

expansion modeFisher & Paykel Appliances is in

expansion mode as new owner, Haier, creates opportunities for accelerated growth to build the Fisher & Paykel brand further. Specific areas of focus include technology innovation, new product development and the company’s component and technology business. “Fisher & Paykel is focused on New Zealand-led expansion,” said Fisher & Paykel chief executive, Stuart Broadhurst.

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Also in attendance will be Foodstuffs South Island Ltd CEO, Steve Anderson and the company’s board.

The 6000 sqm store will usher in a new era of shopping for Blenheim with its large carpark, on site fuel pumps, self-scan checkouts, free Wifi, coffee-to-go outlet and most importantly of all, low prices.

Store owners Mark Elkington and Andrea Boock said that the building was on schedule and the packing of shelves had already begun.

“In total we will carry about ten thousand different product lines at prices not seen in Blenheim before.

“The PAK’nSAVE philosophy is all about delivering groceries at the lowest possible price and we know that Marlborough customers will be pleasantly surprised by how much they will save on their weekly groceries.

“Over the next couple of weeks we expect to

unload about 20 truck loads of groceries and other items,” he said.

Senior staff have been on site for two weeks

and training for the main group of approxi-mately 150 staff commences on Monday week (March 11).

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packing the shelves: Blenheim paKn'saVe inventory and it manager phillip Barnes, left, and grocery manager Jared gray.

Chris Tobin Concrete started to be poured

yesterday for the the new Speight’s Ale House which is being built on Middle Renwick Road in Springlands.

Owner/operator John Derry said

building consent had been issued earlier in the week and work on the foundations commenced yesterday.

“There’s been lots of hoops to jump through; it’s been two years and nice to see it at this stage,” Mr Derry said.

Work on Ale House beginsale House underWaY: From left, Jorgen andersen, ale House architect; Hamish ryan main building contractor; John derry owner; mark neal lion nZ concept bar manager and leslie elliot from speights ale House concept design.

The building contractor for the project is Hamish Ryan Construction which has sub-let the foundation contract to T&D Construction.

It is the first major commerical building project for Hamish Ryan who worked in a Blenheim partner-ship for eight years before deciding to branch out on his own recently.

“I was initially going to move but a change of circumstances has seen me staying and developing a new brand,” he said.

The company is concentrating on commerical building and high-end residential building.

Mr Derry said six to eight weeks would be spent on the foundation work for the 450sqm ale house.

The first stage is expected to be completed in June after which Lion New Zealand will come in to undertake a fit-out of the building.

The ale house has been designed by ArtHouse Architecture of Nelson.

Mr Derry said a total of 40 staff would be employed at the ale house and a head chef had just been appointed.

“A strong emaphasis at the ale house will be placed on dining and family dining in particular,” he said.

aWard For FirmWinstanley Kerridge, a Blenheim

accounting firm that switched over to cloud-based computing software Xero last year, was named Partner of the Year at the annual Xero conference last Friday.

The firm changed over to Xero in April, and has since switched more of its clients over to the system than any other firm that uses the software. The achievement won the firm the award at the annual New Zealand Xero conference, held at the Viaduct Events Centre in Auckland

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Townies in The counTry Could the people with the bees

on the rapaura road section that were in the paper recently please take care of their livestock. Over the past weeks as i have biked past i have witnest the cruel death of 3 sheep, succumbing to fly strike, and the fourth sheep on its way. This really is a fine exanple of people obvusly been out of their depth.

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Torn TushPLEASE REPAIR THE SLIDE

AT THE PARK BESIDE THE SKATEBOARD PARK IN RENWICK. I took my two small grandaughters who were visiting from the west coast to the park last week and the older of the two who is 4 slid down the slide to get a gash on her behind. A great hole in the slide. The skateboard park is great for the older kids but what about the little ones. A Kingi.

cash GrabIn response to Marlborough

Roads parking infringements. According to Fair Go some time ago. Parking Wardens are not legally able to issue infringment notices on expired registrations on vehicles. So why are you checking them?!?!?!?!?!?!?! And the gullable people that dont know this are paying out the $$$$$$$$$

barGain hunTerop shops what‘s the go with

prices going up arnt they spose to be cheap. went into one at redwood town $7 for a pair of size 10 boys pants with a hole in the knee even the sallys shop has gone up Pam an the one across the rd from the sun are the only decent priced ones left. its sad they get it all for free an then try to sell it at crazy prices

weekly sTock salesHi there , dont take ‘No’ for

an answer. Farmers would lke to knw the weekly stock sales prices frm Riverlands, venders names need not to be mentiond. Thnks

DirT wanTeD For dirt-bike riding. There are

a lot of riders and limited places. The driving range has a perfect location and is ideal for kids. Unfortunately resources are limited but all is needed is dirt. A big call out to anyone with unwanted dirt for the track. The owners put all the money they make back into it however its not much so we can all pitch in and make it the best it can be. Fun for all! - Chris

noisy saTisfacTionfun & laughter coming from

the school during the day. Nothing more satisfying than the sound of happy children, even if it is 500 children at once. Sig

unhappy localsWhy are Blenheim people so

unhappy? I am from christch-urch. I moved here after the earthquake, but what I don‘t understand is why people here are so unhappy. I mean, I walk down the road and say hello to people. Some people say ‘hi‘ back, but most people put their nose into the air and ignore me. How rude

a GreaT evenTWell i enjoyed the wine n food

this year and so did my chch visitors-the music was great and so was the whole day-if u dont like it dont go-at least blenheim holds an array of events over the summer that everyone can go 2-including chch people who enjoy coming here

XroaDsYVOUNNE WHY IS ONLY

SOME PEOPLE PUTTING MONEY N 4 WED NITE MEAL AND OTHERS DONT SO WHY IS THAT? EVERY ONE SHOULD

lonG waiTNot good lok 2 hav 2 wait 35

mins at aport cafe 4 coffee. Get more staf wen busy not just one person

Music To My earsWe live 3 houses away from

a local school & i love nothing more on a summers day, than having the doors wide open listening to all the noise K.H

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Dear Ed,Our MP Colin King reckons

MPs are hard working. Well far out, they should be at the salary they get. I see where the salary for an ordinary back bencher is $144,000. Hard working? Yeah

right! A lot of chaps have to work 50, 60 and 70 hours a week for $40,000 or so. The saying is “self praise is no recommendation.”

Good saying that one. Hard Yakka

Yeah right!

in a hurry‘Courtesy crossings‘ should

be painted yellow as most people cant understand what the diff is. Heavy advertising should be done explaining rules of both..MDC is so uncaring to drivers...peds DONT rule our roads!

Tip TopTop girls, top service, Wow!

Credit 2 blenheim, yes, the barber shop staff, thanx from lynda,

Dear Ed,Re Don Coyote letter about NZ

slow post (Blenheim Sun, January 30). I posted a Christmas card to Australia on 4th December and it still hasn’t arrived.

I did however receive a Christmas

card on January 18 which came from Malta. This was posted on December 2.

I’m just grateful all this mail was air mail.

Karen

Dear Ed,The Government has just

confirmed it. We are becoming a banana republic with the postal service due to be cut to three days a week.

Whatever happened to the notion of the public service? The post office and mail was once a public service and an essential

part of the infrastructure.Oh yes, I remember Roger

Douglas introduced SOEs which replaced public service with profit. And Shipley, Bolger, Clark and Key have done nothing about the erosion of the ethic of serving the public, and in fact, have booted it along.

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Kat DugganConservation Kids New Zealand has organised two

adventures in and around the Queen Charlotte Sound this Sunday, March 3, as part of national Seaweek.

The first event, the Rocky Shore Adventure, will go from 9am until 10.30am, and is and opportunity for the public to learn about the sea, and the sea creatures living on the foreshore.

The cost of Rocky Shore Adventure will be a gold coin donation; and it will start at the Dolphin Watch & Nature Tours Office on the Picton waterfront, heading to Shelly Bay to explore sea creatures living on the beach.

The second event, the Mini Marine Biologist Tour, is aimed at teenagers and parents, and will consist of an afternoon with Dolphins, Seals and other marine life.

Participants in the tour, which will go from 1.30pm until 4.30pm, will also have the chance to assist a marine biologist with her current dolphin research.

Bookings are essential for the tour, which has limited spaces, and will be at a special price of $45.

Organisers are reminding those interested to bring their sunhats and sunscreen as both events will be outdoors.

The contact person for the two events is Tash Luxton, who can be contacted on 03 573 8040.

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Queen Charlotte College raised $20,000 at their fund-raising dinner and auction last Saturday night, which will go

towards a student trip to Europe in July. The event was organised by assistant principal and trip organiser, Jack Saxon, and a

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Having just arrived on Friday, Raewyn will be taking on a role as team leader, and manager at the centre, which provides free legal advice to the public.

Raewyn says a lot of people are unaware of what they centre does, and she has a lot of vision to promote and grow the centre within the community.

“I need to promote the centre more to the community, we have to ensure that Blenheim keeps what they’ve got.

We need the community and I think the community needs the

Community Law Centre.”In order to do this, Raewyn says

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Raewyn, who has qualifications in both law and psychology, says the centre prides itself on its mediation services, and wants to encourage the public to use them.

She also has plans to get a practicing certificate, so that she can assist with some lower cases of legal aid.

“We don’t want anyone to miss out on services because they can’t afford it,” she said.

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ROUND ONE Thursday, 7 March 2013 Roosters Rabbitohs Allianz Stadium, 8:05pmFriday, 8 March 2013 Broncos Sea Eagles Suncorp Stadium, 7:05pmSaturday, 9 March 2013 Eels Warriors Parramatta Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 9 March 2013 Bulldogs Cowboys Bluetongue Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 10 March 2013 Panthers Raiders Centrebet Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 10 March 2013 Storm Dragons AAMI Park, 3:00pmSunday, 10 March 2013 Sharks Titans Toyota Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 11 March 2013 Knights W. Tigers Hunter Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND TWO Thursday, 14 March 2013 Eels Bulldogs ANZ Stadium, 8:05pmFriday, 15 March 2013 Dragons Broncos WIN Stadium, 8:05pmSaturday, 16 March 2013 Cowboys Storm Townsville Stadium, 6:30pmSaturday, 16 March 2013 Warriors Roosters Eden Park, 7:30pmSunday, 17 March 2013 Titans Raiders Skilled Park, 1:00pmSunday, 17 March 2013 W. Tigers Panthers Campbelltown Stadium, 3:00pmSunday, 17 March 2013 Sea Eagles Knights Brookvale Oval, 6:30pmMonday, 18 March 2013 Rabbitohs Sharks ANZ Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND THREE Thursday, 21 March 2013 Storm Bulldogs AAMI Park, 8:05pmFriday, 22 March 2013 W. Tigers Eels Leichhardt Oval, 8:05pmSaturday, 23 March 2013 Titans Sea Eagles Skilled Park, 4:30pmSaturday, 23 March 2013 Roosters Broncos Allianz Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 24 March 2013 Sharks Warriors Toyota Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 24 March 2013 Panthers Rabbitohs Centrebet Stadium, 3:00pmSunday, 24 March 2013 Raiders Dragons Canberra Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 25 March 2013 Knights Cowboys Hunter Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND FOUR Thursday, 28 March 2013 Sea Eagles W. Tigers Bluetongue Stadium, 8:05pmFriday, 29 March 2013 Bulldogs Rabbitohs ANZ Stadium, 4:00pmFriday, 29 March 2013 Broncos Storm Suncorp Stadium, 7:05pmSaturday, 30 March 2013 Sharks Dragons Toyota Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 31 March 2013 Panthers Titans Centrebet Stadium, 3:00pmSunday, 31 March 2013 Knights Raiders Hunter Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 1 April 2013 Warriors Cowboys Mt Smart Stadium, 6:00pmMonday, 1 April 2013 Roosters Eels Allianz Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND FIVE Friday, 5 April 2013 Bulldogs Sea Eagles ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 5 April 2013 Titans Broncos Skilled Park, 7:35pmSaturday, 6 April 2013 Eels Sharks Parramatta Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 6 April 2013 Cowboys Panthers Townsville Stadium, 6:30pmSunday, 7 April 2013 Dragons Knights WIN Jubilee Oval, 3:00pmSunday, 7 April 2013 Warriors Rabbitohs Mt Smart Stadium, 4:00pmSunday, 7 April 2013 Raiders Roosters Canberra Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 8 April 2013 Storm W. Tigers AAMI Park, 7:00pm ROUND SIX Friday, 12 April 2013 Broncos Cowboys Suncorp Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 12 April 2013 Roosters Bulldogs Allianz Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 13 April 2013 Knights Panthers Hunter Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 13 April 2013 Raiders Warriors Canberra Stadium, 7:30pmSaturday, 13 April 2013 Rabbitohs Storm ANZ Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 14 April 2013 Sea Eagles Sharks Brookvale Oval, 2:00pmSunday, 14 April 2013 W. Tigers Dragons Sydney Cricket Ground, 3:00pmSunday, 14 April 2013 Titans Eels Skilled Park, 6:30pm

TEST MATCH Friday, 19 April 2013 Kangaroos Kiwis Canberra Stadium, 7:45pm COUNTRY V CITY ORIGIN Sunday, 21 April 2013 Country City Coffs Harbour, 3:00pm

ROUND SEVEN Thursday, 25 April 2013 Roosters Dragons Allianz Stadium, 4:00pmThursday, 25 April 2013 Storm Warriors AAMI Park, 7:00pmFriday, 26 April 2013 Sea Eagles Rabbitohs Brookvale Oval, 7:45pmSaturday, 27 April 2013 Cowboys Raiders Townsville Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 27 April 2013 W. Tigers Broncos Campbelltown Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 28 April 2013 Titans Knights Skilled Park, 2:00pmSunday, 28 April 2013 Sharks Bulldogs Bluetongue Stadium, 3:00pm

ROUND EIGHT Friday, 3 May 2013 Broncos Rabbitohs Suncorp Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 3 May 2013 Bulldogs W. Tigers ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 4 May 2013 Storm Raiders AAMI Park, 5:30pmSaturday, 4 May 2013 Eels Cowboys Parramatta Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 5 May 2013 Warriors Titans Mt Smart Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 5 May 2013 Knights Sharks Hunter Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 5 May 2013 Roosters Panthers Allianz Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 6 May 2013 Dragons Sea Eagles WIN Jubilee Oval, 7:00pm ROUND NINE Friday, 10 May 2013 Rabbitohs Cowboys ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 10 May 2013 W. Tigers Sharks Allianz Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 11 May 2013 Warriors Bulldogs Westpac Stadium (NZ), 7:30pmSaturday, 11 May 2013 Eels Broncos Parramatta Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 12 May 2013 Raiders Knights Canberra Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 12 May 2013 Titans Dragons Skilled Park, 3:00pmSunday, 12 May 2013 Panthers Storm Centrebet Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 13 May 2013 Sea Eagles Roosters Brookvale Oval, 7:00pm ROUND TEN Friday, 17 May 2013 Broncos Titans Suncorp Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 17 May 2013 Rabbitohs W. Tigers ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 18 May 2013 Dragons Eels WIN Jubilee Oval, 5:30pmSaturday, 18 May 2013 Panthers Warriors Centrebet Stadium, 7:30pmSaturday, 18 May 2013 Cowboys Roosters Townsville Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 19 May 2013 Sharks Raiders Toyota Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 19 May 2013 Knights Bulldogs Hunter Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 20 May 2013 Storm Sea Eagles AAMI Park, 7:00pm ROUND ELEVEN Friday, 24 May 2013 W. Tigers Cowboys Leichhardt Oval, 7:35pmFriday, 24 May 2013 Bulldogs Broncos ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 25 May 2013 Dragons Panthers WIN Jubilee Oval, 5:30pmSaturday, 25 May 2013 Roosters Storm Allianz Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 26 May 2013 Warriors Knights Mt Smart Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 26 May 2013 Sea Eagles Raiders Brookvale Oval, 2:00pmSunday, 26 May 2013 Eels Titans Mudgee Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 27 May 2013 Sharks Rabbitohs Toyota Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND TWELVE Friday, 31 May 2013 Bulldogs Dragons ANZ Stadium, 7:45pmSaturday, 1 June 2013 Rabbitohs Knights ANZ Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 2 June 2013 Titans Cowboys Skilled Park, 3:00pmMonday, 3 June 2013 Broncos Warriors Suncorp Stadium, 7:00pm STATE OF ORIGIN - GAME I Wednesday, 5 June 2013 NSW Queensland ANZ Stadium, 8:00pm ROUND THIRTEEN Friday, 7 June 2013 Eels Roosters Parramatta Stadium, 7:45pmSaturday, 8 June 2013 Knights Dragons Hunter Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 8 June 2013 Cowboys Bulldogs Townsville Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 9 June 2013 Warriors Sea Eagles Mt Smart Stadium, 4:00pmSunday, 9 June 2013 Panthers W. Tigers Centrebet Stadium, 3:00pmSunday, 9 June 2013 Storm Sharks AAMI Park, 6:30pmMonday, 10 June 2013 Raiders Broncos Canberra Stadium, 7:00pm

ROUND FOURTEEN Friday, 14 June 2013 Dragons Cowboys WIN Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 14 June 2013 Sea Eagles Bulldogs Brookvale Oval, 7:35pmSaturday, 15 June 2013 Raiders Panthers Canberra Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 15 June 2013 Sharks Eels Toyota Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 16 June 2013 Rabbitohs Titans Cairns Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 16 June 2013 Storm Knights AAMI Park, 3:00pmSunday, 16 June 2013 Roosters Warriors Allianz Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 17 June 2013 Broncos W. Tigers Suncorp Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND FIFTEEN Friday, 21 June 2013 Bulldogs Roosters ANZ Stadium, 7:45pmSaturday, 22 June 2013 W. Tigers Raiders Campbelltown Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 23 June 2013 Eels Rabbitohs ANZ Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 24 June 2013 Titans Storm Skilled Park, 7:00pm

STATE OF ORIGIN - GAME II Wednesday, 26 June 2013 Queensland NSW Suncorp Stadium, 8:00pm ROUND SIXTEEN Friday, 28 June 2013 Rabbitohs Raiders ANZ Stadium, 7:45pmSaturday, 29 June 2013 W. Tigers Storm Leichhardt Oval, 5:30pmSaturday, 29 June 2013 Panthers Dragons Centrebet Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 30 June 2013 Knights Titans Hunter Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 30 June 2013 Warriors Broncos Mt Smart Stadium, 4:00pmSunday, 30 June 2013 Cowboys Sharks Townsville Stadium, 6:30pmMonday, 1 July 2013 Roosters Sea Eagles Allianz Stadium, 7:00pm ROUND SEVENTEEN Friday, 5 July 2013 Storm Broncos AAMI Park, 7:35pmFriday, 5 July 2013 Sharks W. Tigers Toyota Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 6 July 2013 Dragons Roosters WIN Jubilee Oval, 5:30pmSaturday, 6 July 2013 Titans Panthers TIO Stadium, 7:00pmSunday, 7 July 2013 Raiders Cowboys Canberra Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 7 July 2013 Bulldogs Knights Mackay Stadium, 3:00pmSunday, 7 July 2013 Rabbitohs Warriors NIB Stadium, 4:30pmMonday, 8 July 2013 Sea Eagles Eels Brookvale Oval, 7:00pm

ROUND EIGHTEEN Friday, 12 July 2013 Broncos Sharks Suncorp Stadium, 7:45pmSaturday, 13 July 2013 Eels Panthers Parramatta Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 14 July 2013 Bulldogs Storm ANZ Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 15 July 2013 Cowboys Sea Eagles Townsville Stadium, 7:00pm

STATE OF ORIGIN - GAME III Wednesday, 17 July 2013 NSW Queensland ANZ Stadium, 8:00pm ROUND NINETEEN Friday, 19 July 2013 W. Tigers Warriors Leichhardt Oval, 7:45pmSaturday, 20 July 2013 Raiders Eels Canberra Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 20 July 2013 Roosters Sharks Allianz Stadium, 7:30pmSunday, 21 July 2013 Panthers Knights Centrebet Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 21 July 2013 Sea Eagles Titans Brookvale Oval, 3:00pmMonday, 22 July 2013 Rabbitohs Dragons ANZ Stadium, 7:00pm

ROUND TWENTY Friday, 26 July 2013 Cowboys Broncos Townsville Stadium, 7:35pmFriday, 26 July 2013 Bulldogs Eels ANZ Stadium, 7:35pmSaturday, 27 July 2013 Dragons Raiders WIN Stadium, 5:30pmSaturday, 27 July 2013 Titans Rabbitohs Skilled Park, 7:30pmSunday, 28 July 2013 Warriors Storm Mt Smart Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 28 July 2013 Sharks Panthers Toyota Stadium, 2:00pmSunday, 28 July 2013 Knights Roosters Hunter Stadium, 3:00pmMonday, 29 July 2013 W. Tigers Sea Eagles Campbelltown Stadium, 7:00pm

ROUND TWENTY-ONE TBC Warriors Sharks Mt Smart StadiumTBC Raiders Storm Canberra StadiumTBC Knights Broncos Hunter StadiumTBC Dragons Bulldogs WIN Jubilee OvalTBC Panthers Roosters Centrebet StadiumTBC Eels Sea Eagles Parramatta StadiumTBC Titans W. Tigers Skilled ParkTBC Cowboys Rabbitohs Townsville Stadium

ROUND TWENTY-TWO TBC Storm Rabbitohs AAMI Park TBC Sea Eagles Warriors Brookvale OvalTBC Broncos Dragons Suncorp StadiumTBC Eels W. Tigers Parramatta StadiumTBC Roosters Raiders Allianz StadiumTBC Sharks Knights Toyota StadiumTBC Panthers Cowboys Centrebet StadiumTBC Bulldogs Titans ANZ Stadium ROUND TWENTY-THREE TBC Dragons Sharks WIN StadiumTBC Warriors Panthers Mt Smart StadiumTBC Knights Storm Hunter StadiumTBC Broncos Eels Suncorp StadiumTBC Rabbitohs Sea Eagles Bluetongue Stadium TBC Cowboys Titans Townsville StadiumTBC Raiders Bulldogs Canberra Stadium TBC W. Tigers Roosters Allianz Stadium

ROUND TWENTY-FOUR TBC Storm Eels AAMI ParkTBC Cowboys Knights Townsville StadiumTBC Panthers Broncos Centrebet StadiumTBC Rabbitohs Bulldogs ANZ StadiumTBC Titans Warriors Skilled ParkTBC Dragons W. Tigers WIN Jubilee OvalTBC Raiders Sea Eagles Canberra StadiumTBC Sharks Roosters Toyota Stadium

ROUND TWENTY-FIVE TBC Warriors Raiders Mt Smart StadiumTBC Bulldogs Panthers ANZ StadiumTBC Broncos Knights Suncorp StadiumTBC W. Tigers Rabbitohs Allianz StadiumTBC Roosters Titans Allianz StadiumTBC Sea Eagles Storm Brookvale OvalTBC Sharks Cowboys Toyota StadiumTBC Eels Dragons ANZ Stadium

ROUND TWENTY-SIX TBC Cowboys W. Tigers Townsville StadiumTBC Broncos Bulldogs Suncorp StadiumTBC Rabbitohs Roosters ANZ StadiumTBC Raiders Sharks Canberra Stadium TBC Dragons Warriors WIN Stadium TBC Sea Eagles Panthers Brookvale OvalTBC Knights Eels Hunter StadiumTBC Storm Titans AAMI Park

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Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village have recently welcomed a new clinical manager, Brian Ross, who is enthusiastic about his new role, and future with the village.Having previously worked at the Redwood Village as a registered nurse, Mr Ross has come back to the home, after working in the Marlborough community for 34 years.His role have included charge nurse of the Wairau Hospital rehab assessment ward, employment support for people with disabilities, and he has also

been manager of health care New Zealand, which provides home care support services, for the last 10 years.He has teamed up with Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village Facility Manager, Wendy Nicholson, who has been at the home for 17 years.The two have a combined experience of about 60 years in the health care sector.Having just passed an external certification audit with flying colours, Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village prides itself on its quality of service, and high training.

The Village, which is a part of the Oceania group, has 57 other sites throughout New Zealand. It works closely with the District Health Board to put together individual plans for residents, which make it possible to them to keep the same GP, dieticians, and physio therapists, among others.

The Oceania group has a large training plan for staff members, to ensure Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village’s 68 staff members are trained to the highest standard. The Redwood Lifestyle and Care Village is welcoming new residents, and aims to work with people to enhance their lifestyle, which is what the village prides itself on.

The Redwood Village care home has been in the Marlborough community for 25 years, and provides a range of services, catering for both young people, who may be affected by chronic conditions and senior residents of the community.The village prides itself on being a part of its surrounding community, with its large gardens providing a nice peaceful setting.Mr Ross says the village tries to provide continuity for residents, and aims to keep residents involved with their community, and clubs, and has a recreational team dedicated to taking residents out, and keeping them active

within Marlborough.“It’s a change from the old style where people used to come to these places and sort of close the world off, whereas now it’s sort of looking outward, we aim to keep people involved in the community,” Mr Ross said.The four sections of the home, the hospital, rest home, assisted living suites, and independent living villas mean that there is a choice for residents over how much care they need.Residents are able to move to different sections of the village as their needs change, depending on whether they need more or less assistance.

Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, Clinical Manager Brian Ross

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Friday 1 March

Plunket Bear Hug Appeal Street Appeal - Everyone loves a good hug. Your assistance will help Plunket provide support to local families when they need it. All funds collected locally are used for local Plunket services.

Stadium 2000 PoolFriday 6am – 6pm. Adult $5, Child $3, Seniors $4.50, Family $12

The Muslim Association of Marlborough Inc. Friday (Jummah) prayers every week between 12pm - 2pm, upstairs meeting room at Marlborough Community Centre, 25 Alfred St, Blenheim.(Space for ladies also). For details contact: 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!

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 Jeanette.Free 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.

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 2 March

Marlborough Multicultural Festival Pollard Park from 11am - 4pm. The festival celebrates Race Relations Day (21 March) in NZ, with the theme this year being “My Dream for Aotearoa New Zealand”

Annual harvest festivalRapaura School is holding its annual harvest festival from 10am to 2pm.

Harness Racing Trials Witherlea Racecourse 10 am start

Museum Friends Invitation Night 4 the Museum - Pop Up Restaurant Event Pop Up Chef Food, Music, Fun 6 p.m. Ritual Cafe, Maxwell Road $30 per person Ticket Sales (03) 578 1712

New Zealand Antique Classic Boatshow 2- 3 March - Kerr Bay Lake Rotoiti, Clinkers, canoes, classic sail boats, seagulls, inboard clinkers, runabouts, classic hydroplanes and race boats, steam launches, old fibreglass boats. and their owners come together for two days of classic boating, display, talk and the odd race Gate Sales $15 adult per day, School kids free, $20 weekend pass. PH. Pete Rainey 021747383

Eastern States Speedway South Island Modifieds 7pm

The Edwin Fox Ship and Visitor Centre, Picton. Late evening opening, every Saturday through summer.

Stadium 2000 PoolSaturday and Sunday 8.30am – 5pm. Adult $5, Child $3, seniors $4.50, Family $12.

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 3 March

Rocky Shore Adventure Spend the morning on a seashore explora-tion! Come and learn about our special seas, especially the weird and wonderful

creatures that live on the foreshore. 9.00am- 10.00am . The Waterfront, Picton. Gold coin donation. Organised by Conservation Kids NZ. Contact Phone 03 573 8040.

Hospice Vehicle Display Display vehicles from 10am-3pm. Public display from 11am. Cars, Trucks, Bikes, Rods etc on display. This is a picnic. Waterlea Race-course, Sunday 3rd March. Promoted by the Classic Motoring Society Marlborough. Contact Patrick Pascoe: 027 442 1786.

Ulysses RideShort ride, decide destination on the day. Meet at the Railway Station (southend) at 12.45pm, ride departs 1pm. Prospective members welcome.

Marching Marlborough Association 12 noon at Lansdowne Park, see teams going to nationals.

St Luke’s Anglican Church Ferry Road, Spring Creek. Join us for Chris-tian worship every Sunday 09.30. Contact Rev Derek 03 578 3909

Farmers’ MarketA and P Showgrounds, Cnr Alabama and Maxwell Roads, Blenheim

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 ClubPony Club Grounds, New Renwick Rd. 10am every 2nd Sunday of the month. Grant 578 2100 Michelle 572 8984.

People’s Sunday Market Noel Leeming Carpark 10am. Preserves, brick-a-brac, books, homeware, kitchenware and jewellery.Sites $5 ph 5787918

Rail Sail Open every day over the holiday period on the Picton Foreshore. 10am – 4pm for train rides and model yachts to sail.

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.

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

Buddhism for Modern Life10am, 573 5379.

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

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

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 book. Free admission.

Marlborough Modellers Association 1st and 3rd Sunday’s of each month. Brayshaw Park, 8 Arthur Baker Place.

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Story and photo by Annabelle LatzConditions are dry, rain is not on the radar, and

potential fire balls have just been scattered through-out the district.

The bird-bangers have been pulled out into daylight for another harvest.

After a few months out of sight, chances are they might need a bit of maintenance.

That is the message from deputy principal rural fire officer John Foley.

Mark and Leanne Hodges grow chardonnay and sauvignon blanc for Giesen Wine on Rapaura Rd.

Most of the year their three bird-bangers are housed in a shipping container, on their property.

When harvest season rolls around, their bird-bangers are rolled out.

Before they are set up, there is a thorough main-tenance check.

The gas supply lines can get brittle over time, and the chambers are checked for bird nests.

Fresh batteries are put in them.

“We don’t just turn them on and leave them,” said Mark.

Each day they are checked; for leaks, or movement of position.

Gas consumption is also monitored. The bird-bangers are rotated every two weeks, and

Leanne said another important job is to make sure vegetation and grass levels are minimised around the tripod.

“It’s just keeping the area clear.”Local rural stockists provide people to service

bird-bangers. John Foley said the current very hot and dry condi-

tions means huge fire risk.And when winds pick up again, the risk of fire will

be even greater.Monitoring gas pipes, tightness of clamps, stability,

and growth of surrounding vegetation is important.“It’s a darn site cheaper than having a fire,” he said.

Maintain that bird banger

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Paddy Redwood shows his skills on his way to winning the second division steer/bull ride.Vinnie Redwood competes in the second division steer/bull ride.

Saddle swap for a bullStory and photos by Annabelle Latz

Riding a bucking beast is a rush, and bloody good fun.

That is according to Paddy Redwood, who took top honours in the division two steer/bull ride at the Junction Hotel Tua Marina Rodeo and Vintage Machinery Field Day last Sunday.

The 24 year-old horse trainer and breaker from Seddon has been dipping his boot into the sport for four seasons now.

Despite his clock making eight seconds on Sunday, and not for the first time, Paddy admitted he won’t be making a habit of this type of riding.

“I’m not really a successful bull rider, realistically.”

The nature of his horse business lends to a natural ability in the rodeo ring.

“It’s very similar muscles, coordination, and the balance is quite similar in some respects.”

“But you don’t have a saddle, it feels like

there is nothing in front of you on a steer or bull. It’s just a big neck.”

“When you’re younger, rodeo is great. But I need my body for my work.”

The rush of the rodeo ride is not a daily experience Paddy aims for when working with young horses.

“It’s completely different. I try not to have any mad rushes with the horses. I want it as uneventful as possible.”

Unlike the agenda Paddy has with his horse work, the bull riding he plays more by ear.

He simply focuses on one spot between the shoulder blades, and tries to get back to the ‘start’ position after each buck.

“I say I’m just going to hang on, I want to be strapped on as tight as possible.”

Paddy has never ridden broncs. “But I’ve ridden a few bucking horses,”

he said. He loved riding at Tua Marina last week-

end, and the non-points rodeo meant he

could have a spin in the open bull class too.“I got smoked. It was all over in two and

a half seconds. It was too much bull to be honest.”

His horse work is keeping him busy, and he is being well supported by locals who are bringing young stock to his skillful aid.

Paddy is looking forward to riding his grey gelding Kitset at Flaxbourne A&P Show on March 24.

“It’s great to support your local show,” he said.

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Mark and Leanne Hodges with one of their three bird-bangers.

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These adorable herb seedlings (below) have found their homes in vintage teacups.

They may look like a million bucks, but they’re actually very friendly on your wallet and take mere minutes to make.

To save some cash on your project visit second hand shops and garage sales in your area to hunt for low-priced vintage teacups.

Or ask relatives for unwanted pieces from their own china cabi-nets for an added personal touch.

As most gardeners would agree, having a unique garden feature is not only a conversation starter, it’s also a great way to showcase your growing skills.

When we think of potting up some plants for our home or garden, we often think of the tradi-tional clay pots or the lighter-weight, clay-coloured, plas-tic pots.

But have some fun, use your imagina-tion, and come up with some unique, untraditional con-tainers for your plants.

Vintage house-wares, old boots, rusted water ing cans, and worn baskets are just a few items that have been successfully used as planters.

Be creative with your garden features

This spiral garden is an example of something which can be constructed from a wide range of materials.

It can be positioned anywhere in the garden, straight onto the grass or onto a patio area.

The uses for this very decorative piece range from, bed-ding plants to seasonal bulbs even a herb bed.

Let your creative juices flow and try your hand at making your own spiral garden.

Chocolate courgette cupcakes

Ingredients:125g butter1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar3 eggs2 1/2 cups flour1 tsp vanilla essence1/2 cup plain yoghurt1/4 cup cocoa2 tsps baking powder1 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp mixed spice1/2 tsp salt3 cups grated zucchini1/2-1 cup of choc dropschocolate icing

Preheat oven to 170deg celcius.Place patty cups in a 12 muffin tin.

Cream butter and sugar.

Add eggs, one by one, with

a little flour. Mix in vanilla and

yoghurt.Fold in dry in-gredients and zucchini.Don’t over mix.

Spoon into cups and dot with choc drops.Bake for 12-15 mins.When cool, ice with chocolate icing.

Here’s a great way to use your excess and fool the kids with this healthy addition.

Use imagination

This old chair has been converted into a colour flower bed.

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Vintage boats are heading for their an-nual weekend of glory at Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes National Park on this weekend, for the 14th NZ Antique and Classic Boatshow.

Founder and organiser Pete Rainey said the show has carved a niche in the national boating calendar and in the

hearts of boat owners. “Owning a classic boat, whether it’s an

early Hamilton jet, a cedar kayak or a new steam boat built to traditional design is inevitably a labour of love,” he said. “Owners really relish the opportunity not only to show off their own boat but to relive the complex restorations with

others who have taken the same time-intensive trip.”

The programme is for displays on land in the morning, with activities and races on the lake from 1pm both days. Judging will take place on Saturday, ahead of an evening awards ceremony at the Alpine Lodge.

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MARTIN, George Ainley: Died, peace-fully on February 26, 2013 at Wellington Hospital, surrounded by his family. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Maria for 55 years, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Paul and Andrea (Paremata), Hamish (Townsville, Australia), Philip and Mandy (Wanaka), Donna and Brendon Emms (Christchurch), and Colin and Jo (Feilding). Loved Grandpop and great Grandpop. Mes-sages to the Martin Family, 34 Stephenson Street, Blenheim 7201. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Maxwell Road, at 11am Saturday March 2, 2013, followed by interment at Omaka Cemetery.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

BLICK/BAILEY, Hannah Claire: (8lb 10oz) 14 February 2013

MCLAY/DAVIS, Nevaeh Anahera Ivory: (9lb 13oz) 12 February 2013

PARKER, Journey Eloise: (6lb 10oz) 16 January 2013

WEBB, Sophie Juliena: (9lb 20z) 11 February 2013

WELCH-PETERS, Imogen Lee: 7 January 2013

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CHRISTIAN, Fergus Owen: February 19, 2013DAKIN, Christina: February 20, 2013FARROW, Roger: February 26, 2013GIBSON, William (Bill): February 23, 2013HALL , Douglas John (Blue): February 26, 2013HARRIS, Jack William (Jackie): February 21,2013KIRK, Elma Isobel ("Bill") (nee Lemberg) (formerly Gillard): February 24, 2013M AR TI N , G e orge Ainley : February 26, 2013McALPINE, Doreen Anne (Clare): February 21, 2013MOSLEY, Jack Edward: February 22, 2013NELSON, John Beckett (Jack): February 22, 2013SCOBIE , Charles Frederick (Charlie): February 24, 2013SHAND, Timothy: February 18, 2013WILLIAMSON, Erina Mary (nee Hickman): February 24, 2013



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HAYTER, Geoffrey (Geoff) Francis Good-enough: Died, peacefully, on February 27, 2013 at Hospice Marlborough surrounded by his family. Aged 68 years. Loving husband of Pamela, father and father-in-law of Francesca, Nelleke and Dale Pearson, Gra-ham and Melissa; loved Grandpa of Olivia, brother of Brenda and brother-in-law of Jim May, Julia Raymond, Raymond and Janice Faigan; loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Messages to PO Box 22, Havelock 7150. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough or St. John Havelock would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A funeral service for Geoff will be held at the Church of the Nativity, Alfred Street, 11am on Tuesday March 5, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nzGODSIFF, Raymond Walter (Ray): On

February 27, 2013 peacefully, at home. In his 86th year. Husband and best friend of Shirley for 60 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Margaret and the late Trevor Godsiff, Brian and Pauline, and Kaye and Dale Cleaver. Respected Grandad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to 298 Rapaura Road, RD 3, Blenheim 7273. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreci-ated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A service for Ray will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, corner Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 2pm Monday March 4, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.GEOFFREY T SOWMAN FDANZ Ph 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz

19SunThe Friday March 1, 2013 sport

inbriefSport sports talk

Chris Tobin

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Rowing New Zealand has appointed Australian coach Noel Donaldson to head their men's sweep oar programme.

Donaldson will oversee the programme which includes the unbeaten London Olympic gold medallist men's pair of Ham-ish Bond and Eric Murray, in a four-year plan aiming at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.

The 57-year-old Donaldson recently worked as elite development manager in Australia after initially making his name

as coach of the Australian "Oarsome Foursome" that won back-to-back golds in Barcelona 1992 and Atlanta 1996 in the men's coxless fours.

He also guided the men's pair to a bronze medal in Sydney 2000 before helping Australia gain one gold, one silver and one bronze medal as head coach at Athens 2004. Donaldson was also high performance director from 2004 to 2008 for Rowing Australia.

Donaldson's appointment comes after a

change in coaching structure for Rowing New Zealand, with previous head coach Dick Tonks switching roles to head the women's programme, while Calvin Fer-guson is in charge of the men's sculling programme.

Donaldson will arrive in New Zealand next week during selection trials at Lake Karapiro for the New Zealand squad to contest the first World Cup regatta of the year to be held in Sydney from March 22-24.



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Benji Marshall says he is dis-appointed at being stripped of the New Zealand captaincy, but maintains the decision will not alter his desire to win the World Cup with the Kiwis at the end of this year. Marshall, the Wests Tigers five-eighth who helped the Kiwis to a World Cup triumph in 2008, was relieved of the captaincy by coach Stephen Kearney, who said the decision was made in the best interests of the team

Cricket in games

The MCC World Cricket com-mittee has backed the inclusion of Twenty20 cricket in the Olympics but acknowledges it will take a great deal of effort for that to hap-pen, the organisation’s advisory body said. Cricket would have to apply to be part of the games and 2024 is the earliest possible date for its inclusion.

Tiger backs ban

Tiger Woods supports the idea of banning players from anchoring long putters to their body despite the PGA Tour’s recent public opposition to a proposal from golf’s rulemakers to outlaw the practice.

Last November, the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the Royal and Ancient (R&A) said they wanted to enforce the ban starting in 2016, but PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem came out against that plan this week.

Unlikely star

Otago’s Jimmy Neesham was the unlikely star with the ball for the New Zealand XI in their four-day match with England which started in Queenstown on Wednesday. The 22-year-old picked up the wickets of Jonathan Trott, Kevin Pietersen, Matt Prior and Nick Compton and finished the day with career best figures of 4-65.

Story by Annabelle Latz, It involved one and half minutes of

being smacked in the face.And it felt like eternity.But for Fergus Were, it was his first ever

round of competition fighting in Muay Thai Kickboxing.

So it was all exciting and new.And to top it off, he came out the

winner. Not a bad start. And he is Marlborough’s first competi-

tor to stamp his mark on the sport.The Marlborough club involves be-

tween 20 and 30 members, who meet at the Renwick Community Hall twice a week for two-hour training sessions.

Fergus, 21 years-old, said the following two rounds of his inaugural competi-tion, at the ‘Capital Punishment 20’ in Wellington organised by the Wellington Muay Thai Kickboxing club, were much better.

He found his groove, and his fitness level proved superior to his opponent.

“Once you get your control back, the adrenalin keeps you going.”

Fergus took up the sport a year ago when he was living in Wellington, and was pleased there was a club here too when he moved back recently.

Lisa Hancock said the club here is getting stronger all the time.

The Renwick Kindergarten teacher took up the sport a year and a half ago, and loves going to all the competitions to support the locals.

“I’m really involved. We all really enjoy the sport, it’s a fitness sport.”

Fergus said this martial art is slightly different from kick boxing, as they use all eight points of contact.

Participants use elbows, can make

Fighting fit and loving it

knee-to-head contact, and can strike opponents while they are on the ground.

“It’s really food fun. It’s not about the fights. It’s great for the body and mind.”

“It’s more of an endurance game.”Fergus wanted to thank his trainer here in

Blenheim, Rajai Shram.“Kudos goes to Rajai, it’s his passion. He’s

amazing and has given us a lot of his time.”“More than anything, it’s just good fun, I’m

the fittest I’ve ever been,” said Fergus. Ring Lisa on 021 203 7585 for more informa-

tion.

Fergus Were (right) with his Muay Thai kickboxing trainer Rajai Shram, took his first win in Wel-lington last weekend. Photo by Lisa Hancock.

Rowing coach appointed

Crusaders v the Blues.That’s the big match this evening

in the Super 15 competition and it promises to be a good one.

The Blues got their season away to a flyer against the Highlanders last weekend and must be full of confidence for this clash.

Blues coach Sir John Kirwan must be pleased and speculation has been aired that the influence of the other knight, Sir Graham Henry, a technical advisor for the Blues, was evident in their match against the Highlanders.

Between the two of them there’s quite a bit of rugby nous. Have the Crusaders enough to counter this

rugby brains trust?We don’t have long to wait for

the answer. Crusaders coach Todd Blackadder has confirmed this sea-son will be a make or break one for him at the helm of the once mighty Christchurch-based franchise.

Not having Richie McCaw in the line-up is a definite weakness. And for this evening’s match, through force of cirumstance due to Zac Guildford’s struggles with the bot-tle, the widely acknowledged best fullback in the world Israel Dagg has to go on the wing.

That’s a shame and a waste. Tom Taylor will be the man at the back instead of Dagg.

I was impressed with Taylor’s performance at the start of last season when he filled the boots of Dan Carter at first five-eighths. He went off a bit after that and was placed into the mid-field for a period although at the end of the season he had a late call-up as a replacement for the All Blacks on their tour of Britain.

He’ll be watched this evening to see if he has made any progress from last season – as will Blackadder.

Shame to see Ricki Herbert pull the pin on his career as coach of the Phoenix. He couldn’t complain. Had he been a coach of a similar outfit in a foreign competition he would have

Big Super 15 match this evening

been shown the door some time ago.

I didn’t like the com-ment of one columnist on Herbert’s departure. This ‘expert’ said that while Herbert was a good man, he had the charisma of a poached fish.

Below the belt that one.

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